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Cate Blanchett video highlights what refugees take when they flee
UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador heads top cast in exclusive Facebook film to promote UN Refugee Agency's #WithRefugees campaign.
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Displaced athletes make historic debut at Paralympic Games in Rio
Ibrahim Al-Hussein leads Independent Paralympic Athletes Team into the Maracanã Stadium behind the flag of the International Paralympic Committee.
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UN Summit seen as "game changer" for refugee and migrant protection
UN General Assembly September 19 Summit Addressing Large Movements of Refugees and Migrants is set to adopt key commitments to enhance protection.
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Since Alan Kurdi drowned, Mediterranean deaths have soared
So far this year, the pace of drownings has only increased, setting 2016 on track to become the deadliest on record for those attempting to cross the Mediterranean.
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UNHCR chief pledges more support for Turkey refugee response
During visit to Ankara, Filippo Grandi says he will continue to advocate for more international backing, including increased funding and refugee resettlement.
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UNHCR needs more support to aid Boko Haram displaced - Bono
The U2 leader singer and co-founder of The ONE Campaign warns thousands of children are facing hunger as UN agencies confront funding shortfalls.
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UN Refugee Chief: World must act to end South Sudan suffering
During a visit to Uganda, UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi called for action to end the violence in South Sudan that has sent thousands fleeing.
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Displaced athletes to make historic debut at Paralympic Games in Rio
For the first time, a team of refugee athletes with disabilities will compete on the world stage.
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UNHCR chief says Greece needs EU help to manage its refugee crisis
Filippo Grandi says the Government continues to face serious challenges, particularly if EU countries do not step up relocation and family reunion programmes.