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Syrian refugee women attend a counseling session.  (Photo by Russell Watkins/Department for International Development) Photo used under CC BY Syrian women defying violence amid aid cuts As global aid is slashed by Donald Trump, essential services for women in Syria are closing — with devastating consequences at a pivotal moment for the war-scarred country. The Independent Syria’s quiet crisis of drug-related violence against women Women’s Media Center   Fear, anxiety grip Iranians abroad amid protests Iranians in the diaspora express worry about loved ones during an internet shutdown and deadly demonstrations. There is still no confirmed death toll for the latest round of unrest to have engulfed Iran. Al Jazeera Pictures leaked of hundreds of people killed in Iran’s violent crackdown The Independent Iran deaths went beyond protesters, hitting bystanders too, witnesses say Reuters Iranian state TV issues first official death toll Iranian state TV issued the first official death toll from recent protests, saying 3,117 people were killed, while the foreign minister issued the most direct threat yet against the United States after Tehran’s bloody crackdown. Associated Press Iran’s Khamenei says US, Israel links behind ‘thousands killed’ in protests YouTube   HUMAN RIGHTS Group warns of Israeli abuse of Gaza prisoners A new report has published harrowing testimonies by Palestinians who were released as part of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal. Meanwhile, rights activists are worried that Israel is now considering the death penalty. Deutsche Welle Israeli fire kills 11 Palestinians in Gaza, including 2 children, local hospital officials say Associated Press GOVERNMENT & DEMOCRACY Syria’s truce with SDF begins amid US backing Damascus and the Syrian Democratic Forces have entered a new four-day ceasefire.The truce follows clashes earlier this month in the SDF-held northeast and stalled talks over the Kurdish role in post-war Syria. Deutsche Welle Kurds vs. Syrian government troops: What you need to know Deutsche Welle Syrian army takes control of detention camp for Islamic State suspects Guardian US military transfers first 150 Islamic State detainees from Syria to Iraq Associated Press How Africa’s ‘leaders for life’ stay in power Across Africa, several “life-long” leaders have held onto power for decades, despite organizing routine elections that give their administrations the semblance of democratic rule. Al Jazeera SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Globally, internet shutdowns batter economies The economic toll of digital blackouts hit $20 billion last year. Citizens are adapting with new tech to skirt government controls. Context Faded hand shape may be world’s oldest art The outline of a hand made with red pigment on the wall of a cave in Indonesia at least 67,800 years ago may be the world’s oldest rock art, according to a new study. CNN AI introduced in elementary schools in India School children in India are to be taught how to use AI. As part of a new education program, 250 million students and 10 million teachers will be prepared for a digital future. Deutsche Welle GLOBAL HEALTH World is short of nearly a million midwives A global shortage of nearly a million midwives is leaving pregnant women without the basic care needed to prevent harm, including the deaths of mothers and babies. Guardian Swine fever outbreak forces cullings in Spain After a livestock producer reported cases of a highly contagious animal disease, farmers are wary of it spreading — with plans to cull around 80,000 pigs. Deutsche Welle   Columns And Op-Ed The opinions in the items below are not necessarily those of DailySource or our editors. Read more. Column (George Monbiot): At the root of all our problems stands one travesty: politicians’ surrender to the super-rich Guardian Column (Daniel Nowack): It’s time for a currency that values the planet, not just profit Context Column (Mariam Barghouti): There is another war Israel is waging — one that is not making headlines Al Jazeera Column (Omar Shabana): AI’s growing thirst for water is becoming a public health risk Al Jazeera   Site edited by: Rachel Barrus, Catherine Lux and Ashley Nawn.   GOOD NEWS Mumbai sees initiative to recycle fast fashion The Indian city of Mumbai has set up a segregated system for collecting, sorting and recycling old garments — and is ensuring that the new products are made by women. Deutsche Welle AID, NONPROFITS & PHILANTHROPY Israel demolishes Jerusalem UNRWA buildings Israel has demolished buildings inside the headquarters of the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees in East Jerusalem. YouTube UN calls on Israel to stop demolishing UNWRA headquarters YouTube Aid cuts hit women clearing Zimbabwe’s mines Hundreds of women hired by charities to clear deadly landmines across Zimbabwe are now struggling to survive after the United States and other big donors slashed foreign aid — and with it, axed their jobs. Context International aid cuts hobble drive to declare Zimbabwe mine-free Context ECONOMIC INEQUALITY Mumbai’s motorway symbol of rich-poor divide With 64% of Mumbai’s residents relying on buses and trains so overloaded that up to 10 passengers die a day, anger is rising over a taxpayer-funded road most will never use. Guardian ‘Brazen’ political influence of rich laid bare The world saw a record number of billionaires created last year, with a collective wealth of $18.3 trillion, while global efforts stalled in the fight against poverty and hunger. Guardian ENVIRONMENT How air pollution impacts the human body Breathing in air pollution harms nearly every major system in the human body. It is particularly hard on the cardiovascular, respiratory and neurological systems. The Independent Over 100 dead after floods in southern Africa Torrential rain and widespread flooding have claimed the lives of more than 100 people across South Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe, with authorities issuing stark warnings of further severe weather expected. The Independent   Photo of the Day Children in the slums of Mumbai.  (Photo by Andreas Eldh) Photo used under CC BY	DailySource Most Popular Most viewed Group warns of Israeli abuse of Gaza prisoners (Deutsche Welle) How air pollution impacts the human body (The Independent) How Africa’s ‘leaders for life’ stay in power (Al Jazeera) Globally, internet shutdowns batter economies (Context) Mumbai’s motorway symbol of rich-poor divide (Guardian) ‘Brazen’ political influence of rich laid bare (Guardian) World is short of nearly a million midwives (Guardian) View complete list Most recent UN calls on Israel to stop demolishing UNWRA headquarters (YouTube) Israeli fire kills 11 Palestinians in Gaza, including 2 children, local hospital officials say (Associated Press) US military transfers first 150 Islamic State detainees from Syria to Iraq (Associated Press) Iran deaths went beyond protesters, hitting bystanders too, witnesses say (Reuters) Syria’s quiet crisis of drug-related violence against women (Women’s Media Center) Iran’s Khamenei says US, Israel links behind ‘thousands killed’ in protests (YouTube) Iranian state TV issues first official death toll (Associated Press) View complete list Connect with Us Or enter Amazon via the box below and they will donate 4-7% of all purchases you make in the next 24 hours to us. 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