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AlertNet
Five humanitarian crises largely overlooked in 2015
From civil war and urban gang violence to drought, some humanitarian crises around the world receive less media attention and donor funding than others.
AFP
Libyan rivals sign unity government deal
Despite opposition from the country's rival parliaments, politicians signed the UN sponsored accord on Thursday, in what the United Nations described as a "first step" towards ending the crisis.
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UNICEF
More than 16 million babies born in conflict zones in 2015
In addition to conflict, poverty, the effects of climate change and lack of opportunity make children increasingly vulnerable and have pushed millions on dangerous journeys away from their homes.
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UN News
UN's rapid response humanitarian fund marks 10th anniversary with plans to upgrade
“Over the past decade, the Fund has been an essential component of our humanitarian response – and it has enhanced the credibility of the United Nations,” said the Secretary-General at the ceremony.
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MSF
Cholera outbreak spreads to Dadaab refugee camp
Disaster:Kenya: Cholera Outbreak - Feb 2015
UN Human Rights Council
Human Rights Council requests UN rights chief to urgently dispatch expert mission to Burundi
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EWC
