ADRE, Chad — For months, Aziza Abrahim fled from one village in Sudan to the next as people were slaughtered. Yet the killing of relatives and her husband’s disappearance aren’t what forced the 23-year-old to leave the country for good. It was hunger, she said. “We don’t have anything to eat because of the war,” Abrahim said, cradling her 1-year-old daughter under the sheet where she now shelters, days after crossing into Chad. The war in Sudan has created vast hunger, including famine. It has pushed people off their farms. Food in the markets is sparse, prices have spiked and aid groups say they’re struggling to reach the most vulnerable as warring parties limit access. Ousmane Taher and his family cross from Sudan into Chad near Acre on Oct 6. Sam Mednick/Associated Press About 24,000 people have been killed and millions displaced during the war that erupted in April 2023, sparked by tensions between the military and a powerful paramilitary group, the Rapid Support Forces. Global experts confirmed famine in the Zamzam displacement camp in July. They warn that some 25 million people – more than half of Sudan’s population – are expected to face acute hunger this year. “People are starving to death at the moment ... It’s man-made. It’s these men with guns and power who deny women and children food,” Jan Egeland, head of the Norwegian Refugee Council, told The Associated Press. Warring parties on both sides are blocking assistance and delaying authorization for aid groups, he said. Between May and September, there were seven malnutrition-related deaths among children in one hospital at a displacement site in Chad run by Doctors Without Borders, known by its French acronym MSF. Such deaths can be from disease in hunger-weakened bodies. In September, MSF was forced to stop caring for 5,000 malnourished children in North Darfur for several weeks, citing repeated, deliberate obstructions and blockades. President Biden has called on both sides to allow unhindered access and stop killing civilians. But the fighting shows no signs of slowing. More than 2,600 people were killed across the country in October, according to the Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Project, which called it the bloodiest month of the war. Violence is intensifying around North Darfur’s capital, El Fasher, the only capital in the vast western Darfur region that the RSF doesn’t hold. Darfur has experienced some of the war’s worst atrocities, and the International Criminal Court prosecutor has said there are grounds to believe both sides may be committing war crimes, crimes against humanity or genocide. Abrahim escaped her village in West Darfur and sought refuge for more than a year in nearby towns with friends and relatives. Her husband had left home to find work before the war, and she hasn’t heard from him since. She struggled to eat and feed their daughter. Unable to farm, she cut wood and sold it in Chad, traveling eight hours by donkey there and back every few days, earning enough to buy grain. But after a few months the wood ran out, forcing her to leave for good. Others who have fled to Chad described food prices spiking three-fold and stocks dwindling in the market. There were no vegetables, just grains and nuts. Awatif Adam came to Chad in October. Her husband wasn’t making enough transporting people with his donkey cart, and it was too risky to farm, she said. Her 6-year-old twin girls and 3-year-old son lost weight and were always hungry. “My children were saying all the time, ‘Mom, give us food’,” she said. Their cries drove her to leave. As more people stream into Chad, aid groups worry about supporting them. About 700,000 Sudanese have entered since the war began. Many live in squalid refugee camps or shelter at the border in makeshift displacement sites. And the number of arrivals at the Adre crossing between August and October jumped from 6,100 to 14,800, according to government and U.N. data., though it was not clear whether some people entered multiple times. Earlier this year, the World Food Program cut rations by roughly half in Chad, citing a lack of funding. While there’s now enough money to return to full rations until the start of next year, more arrivals will strain the system and more hunger will result if funding doesn’t keep pace, said Ramazani Karabaye, head of the World Food Program’s operations in Adre. During an AP visit to Adre in October, some people who fled Sudan at the start of the war said they were still struggling. Khadiga Omer Adam said she doesn’t have enough aid or money to eat regularly, which has complicated breastfeeding her already malnourished daughter, Salma Issa. The 35-year-old gave birth during the war’s initial days, delivering alone in West Darfur. It was too dangerous for a midwife to reach her. Adam had clutched the baby as she fled through villages, begging for food. More than a year later, she sat on a hospital bed holding a bag of fluid above her daughter, who was fed through a tube in her nose. “I have confidence in the doctors ... I believe she’ll improve, I don’t think she’ll die,” she said. The MSF-run clinic in the Aboutengue camp admitted more than 340 cases of severely malnourished children in August and September. Staff fear that number could rise. The arid climate in Chad south of the Sahara Desert means it’s hard to farm, and there’s little food variety, health workers said. People are fleeing Sudan into difficult conditions, said Dr. Oula Dramane Ouattara, head of MSF’s medical activities in the camp. ”If things go on like this, I’m afraid the situation will get out of control,” he said. Comments are not available on this story. Send questions/comments to the editors. « Previous Next »
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Married couples across the U.S. have had access to no-fault divorce for more than 50 years, an option many call crucial to supporting domestic abuse victims and key to preventing already crowded family courts from drowning in complicated divorce proceedings. But some advocates for women worried as old comments from now Vice President-elect JD Vance circulated during the presidential campaign opposing no-fault divorce. After President-elect Donald Trump and Vance won the election, warnings began popping up on social media urging women who might be considering divorce to "pull the trigger" while they still could. Some attorneys posted saying they saw a spike in calls from women seeking divorce consultations. Donald and Ivana Trump pose in May 1988 outside the Federal Courthouse in New York after she was sworn in as a United States citizen. Trump — who is twice-divorced — hasn't championed overhauling the country's divorce laws, but in 2021 Vance lamented that divorce is too easily accessible, as have conservative podcasters and others. "We've run this experiment in real time and what we have is a lot of very, very real family dysfunction that's making our kids unhappy," Vance said during a speech at a Christian high school in California, where he criticized people being able to "shift spouses like they change their underwear." Marriage rates held steady but divorce rates of women age 15 and older declined from 2012 to 2022, according to U.S. Census Bureau data released in October. Despite concerns, even those who want to make divorces harder to get say they don't expect big, swift changes. There is not a national coordinated effort underway. States determine their own divorce laws, so national leaders can't directly change policy. "Even in some of the so-called red states, it hasn't gotten anywhere," said Beverly Willett, co-chair of the Coalition for Divorce Reform, whose group unsuccessfully attempted to convince states to repeal their no-fault divorce laws. A couple exchanges wedding bands Oct. 11, 2018, at City Hall in Philadelphia. Mark A. Smith, a political science professor at the University of Washington, said while many Americans became accustomed to no-fault divorce being an option, Vance's previous comments on making it more difficult to separate from a spouse could help jump-start that effort. "Even though he's not directly proposing a policy, it's a topic that hasn't gotten a ton of discussion in the last 15 years," Smith said. "And so to have a national profile politician talk that way is noteworthy." Meanwhile, Republican Party platforms in Texas and Nebraska were amended in 2022 to call for the removal of no-fault divorce. Louisiana's Republican Party considered something similar this year but declined to do so. A handful of proposals were introduced in conservative-led statehouses over the years, but all immediately stalled after they were filed. In January, Oklahoma Republican Sen. Dusty Deevers introduced legislation that would have removed married couples from filing for divorce on the grounds of incompatibility. Deevers backed the bill after writing a piece declaring no-fault divorce was an "abolition of marital obligation." Sen. JD Vance smiles as his wife Usha Vance applauds Nov. 6 at an election-night watch party at the Palm Beach Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Fla. Similarly, in South Carolina, two Republican lawmakers in 2023 filed a bill that would have required both spouses to file for a no-fault divorce application rather than just one. In South Dakota, a Republican lawmaker attempted to remove irreconcilable difference as grounds for divorce since 2020. None of the sponsors of these bills responded to interview requests from The Associated Press. All are members of their state's conservative Freedom Caucus. Nevertheless, some Democratic lawmakers say they remain worried about the future of no-fault divorce. They point to the U.S. Supreme Court overturning the constitutional right to abortion in 2022 as an example of a long-accepted option that was revoked through a decades-long effort. "When you choose to be silent, you allow for this to creep in," said Democratic South Dakota Rep. Linda Duba. "These are the bills that gain a foothold because you choose to be silent." Before California became the first state to adopt a no-fault divorce option in 1969, married couples had to prove their spouse violated one of the approved "faults" outlined in their state's divorce law or risk a judge denying their divorce, said Joanna Grossman, a law professor at Southern Methodist University in Dallas. Qualified reasons varied from state to state, but largely included infidelity, incarceration or abandonment. Donald and Marla Trump wave to photographers Dec. 20, 1993, as they enter their wedding reception in New York's Plaza Hotel. The system was a particular burden on domestic violence victims, who are often women who could be stuck in dangerous marriages while they try to prove their partner's abuse in court through expensive and lengthy legal proceedings. "If there was any evidence that the couple both wanted to get divorced that was supposed to be denied because divorce was not something you got because you wanted it, it was something you got because you've been wronged in a way that the state thought was significant," Grossman said. To date, every state in the U.S. adopted a no-fault divorce option. However, 33 states still have a list of approved "faults" to file as grounds for divorce — ranging from adultery to felony conviction. In 17 states, married people only have the option of choosing no-fault divorce to end their marriages. The link between rates of divorce and age at first marriage has been borne out over time, but it also explains geographic differences in rates of divorce. Today, most of the states with the lowest rates of divorce are also those with a higher median age for marriage. States like New Jersey, New York, California, and Massachusetts all stand out for having fewer than 10% of adults divorced and an age at first marriage above 30. One exception to this is Utah, which has the lowest overall median age for first marriage at 25.5 but also the third-lowest share of divorced adults at 9%, likely due in part to the state’s strong religious ties to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints . In contrast, Maine and Nevada lead all states in the share of the population currently divorced at 13.9% and 13.8%, respectively. And at the local level, many of the cities with the highest levels of divorce are found in Florida, Appalachia, and the Southwest. The data used in this analysis is from the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2020 American Community Survey . To determine the most divorced locations, researchers at ChamberOfCommerce.org calculated the percentage of adults currently divorced. In the event of a tie, the location with the higher percentage of adults currently separated was ranked higher. To improve relevance, only cities with at least 100,000 residents were included. Additionally, cities were grouped into cohorts based on population size: small (100,000–149,999), midsize (150,000–349,999), and large (350,000 or more). 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Ohio State did not play nearly well enough to come out on top in this one, and it led to a lot of fingers being pointed at head coach Ryan Day. While the Buckeyes only scored 10 points in this one, they had countless opportunities to put away the Wolverines throughout this one. Poor coaching marred them throughout, though, and while the players on the field obviously have to deliver, it was tough to overlook Day and the coaching staff's shortcomings in another big game. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Thanks for the feedback.
GINEBRA (AP) — Bank of America, patrocinador de la Copa del Mundo, se asoció el martes por segunda vez con la FIFA y firmó un acuerdo para el Mundial de Clubes, aunque el torneo sigue sin tener un socio de transmisión a poco más de seis meses de su inauguración. Bank of America se convirtió en el primer socio bancario global de la FIFA en agosto y, dos días antes del sorteo de grupos en Miami para el renovado torneo que se expandirá a 32 equipos, selló un acuerdo separado para una competición que también se disputará en Estados Unidos. Este torneo contará con los campeones europeos recientes: Real Madrid, Manchester City y Chelsea. También competirán los más recientes campeones de la Copa Libertadores: Flamengo, Palmeiras, Fluminense y Botafogo. River Plate y Boca Juniors estarán por Argentina, además de los mexicanos León, Pachuca y Monterrey. “FIFA va a conquistar Estados Unidos y nosotros estaremos justo a su lado”, dijo el jefe de marketing del banco, David Tyrie, en una entrevista telefónica el martes. Bank of America se unió a Hisense y la cervecera Budweiser de AB InBev como patrocinadores de la Copa del Mundo 2026. Estas marcas también respaldan por separado el torneo de clubes, y se esperan más acuerdos después de que la próxima semana se confirme a Arabia Saudí como sede de la Copa Mundial 2034. RELATED COVERAGE Defensa contra los acarreos de los Packers se prepara para enfrentar a los Lions. Blake Snell califica como una decisión fácil fichar con los Dodgers Guardiola niega conflicto con De Bruyne en medio del desplome del Manchester City Mientras que los partidos juegos del próximo Mundial masculino, coorganizado en conjunto por Estados Unidos, Canadá y México, serán vistos por cientos de millones de personas en todo el mundo principalmente en la televisión abierta, la transmisión del Mundial de Clubes es incierta. La FIFA ha prometido repartir cientos de millones de dólares en premios que se repartirán entre los 32 clubes, pero aún no ha anunciado ningún acuerdo de transmisión para el torneo de un mes de duración. Se espera que se transmita en un servicio de streaming. “Debes sopesar cómo vas a conectar con estos aficionados”, dijo Tyrie a la Associated Press desde Boston. “La televisión es una opción, claro, pero las redes sociales son un gran canal”. “El mercadeo inteligente pueden indicarte: ‘Oye, necesitamos inclinar esto un poco más lejos de la televisión hacia las redes sociales’. Tenemos una estrategia bastante decente que estamos poniendo en marcha para hacer activación”. Involucrar a los clientes y a los 250.000 empleados de Bank of America es clave para esa estrategia, dijo Tyrie. “Será para nuestros clientes y entretenimiento, será para nuestros empleados creando emoción. Todo lo anterior”. El Mundial de Clubes se disputará en 12 estadios en 11 ciudades, incluyendo el Bank of America Stadium en Charlotte, Carolina del Norte, y el Lumen Field donde los Seattle Sounders disputarán tres partidos de la fase de grupos. Los equipos participantes se clasificaron tras ganar títulos continentales o acumular buenos resultados a lo largo de cuatro años en esas competiciones. La excepción ha sido el Inter Miami de Lionel Messi. La FIFA le otorgó el boleto reservado para un equipo de la nación anfitriona en octubre basado por haber liderado la temporada regular sin tomar cuenta los playoffs de la MLS. El LA Galaxy recibirá a los New York Red Bulls por el título nacional el sábado. El equipo de Messi inaugurará el torneo de la FIFA el 15 de junio en el Hard Rock Stadium de los Dolphins de Miami y jugará sus tres partidos de grupo en Florida. “Cuantos más jugadores de renombre traigas, mayor será el seguimiento que tendrás”, reconoció Tyrie, aunque agregó que la participación de Messi “no es decisiva para el evento”. La final del Mundial de Clubes será el 13 de julio en el Met Life Stadium, cerca de Nueva York, y que también albergará la final del Mundial un año después. ___ Esta historia fue traducida del inglés por un editor de AP con la ayuda de una herramienta de inteligencia artificial generativa.Daily Post Nigeria School principal suspended in Akwa Ibom over poor feeding of students Home News Politics Metro Entertainment Sport Metro School principal suspended in Akwa Ibom over poor feeding of students Published on November 23, 2024 By Lovina Anthony The principal of Presbyterian Senior Science College, Ididep, Akwa Ibom State, Dr NSE Sunday Umoh, has been suspended following an alleged poor feeding of students of the school. The Commissioner for Education, Mrs Idongesit Etiebet, who announced this in a statement in Uyo on Saturday, said the suspension was in the wake of a viral video where the students were seen eating unpalatable and non-nutritious meals. Etiebet, while condemning the act, ordered a full investigation into the incident as well as the state of boarding facilities in the school and the other 25 boarding secondary schools across the state. She said the review, which will focus on hostels, dining halls, recreation areas, menus, kitchens, and sanitary facilities, will be jointly overseen by the permanent secretaries of the Ministry of Education and the State Secondary Education Board. She said: “Following the very disturbing video where students were fed with unpalatable and innutrious meals at Presbyterian Senior Science College, Ididep, I paid an unscheduled visit to the school. I have directed a comprehensive investigation into the state of boarding facilities in the school and the other 25 boarding secondary schools across the state. “Consequently, I have also directed the immediate suspension of the principal of the school, Dr NSE Sunday Umoh, pending the outcome of the investigation. “The Ministry is committed to ensuring that all public school facilities meet irreducible minimum standards that uphold the well-being of both learners and staff.” The commissioner said though the free education policy of the state government covers tuition fees only and not boarding fees, the welfare and dignity of all students, especially those in public schools, remain a priority to government, appealing to parents to support their children. 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Seongnam City to Participate in CES 2025, Paving the Way as a Global Innovation HubZoran Milanovic, who received over 49% of the vote in the first round of the presidential election, gave an impassioned speech thanking his supporters and calling for unity ahead of the second round. With Dragan Primorac as his challenger, Milanovic emphasised his vision for a united and stable Croatia and promised to stand up for the rule of law and the dignity of all citizens. In his speech, Milanovic thanked his supporters: “Croatian people, citizens, I thank you from the bottom of my heart . Thank you to everyone in all cities. Thank you for this 49 and a bit per cent, which for me is not just a number, but a promise , a common chalice from which we will drink together,” he began and added: “Five years ago, I extended my hand. I am not an Indian deity; I don’t have many hands. But I will do it again – to those who bear the greatest responsibility, namely the government and those in power .” Milanovic promised to fight for Croatia with conviction: “I will fight for a Croatia that stands up for its interests, for the rule of law and against the usurpation of power. Anyone who thinks even remotely along these lines will be my ally and friend, and I will endeavour to have no enemies.” He reflected about the meaning of politics: “I have never thought of politics as... well, okay, maybe there’s a bit of vanity involved... but I’ve never seen it as a means for achieving private goals. For me, it was always a higher mission and calling. I still feel that today, and I think many people have recognised this passion and put their trust in me because of it.” Milanovic also urged his supporters to remain realistic: “That was the first race. It counts in the balance, but let’s be realistic – we have to fight again and start from scratch in a way . It’s not over until it’s over.” He expressed confidence for the upcoming second round: “I am convinced that we are moving towards victory – unstoppably, not necessarily modestly, but with decency. I say again, I don’t have a hundred hands, but I have one capable hand, and I am stretching it out . In such a complex situation – issues of war and peace, security – Croatia cannot afford for us to be anything other than united as political actors.” He conceded that the road ahead could pose challenges: “There will be different ways of playing, but I will try to play by the rules.” He emphasised the basic wishes of the people: “The vast majority of people want very little – that the day when they leave their house ends predictably and uneventfully, that they have a livelihood, that they have human dignity and that inequalities are controlled as much as possible.” Milanovic concluded by thanking his supporters and calling for an even higher turnout in the second round: “I invite everyone to turn out in even greater numbers and give me that little bit of trust, and I will do everything I can not to let them down .”
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