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What’s happening in Gaza, the West Bank and Lebanon?

On 15 January 2025, a temporary ceasefire was announced, coming into effect on 19 January. Here's the latest update on the situation in Gaza and the wider region.

Palestinian Territory, Occupied: Children and their families are returning to their homes or the remains of their homes to check the status of their homes. Photo: Alef Multimedia Company/Oxfam

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September 5, 2011

The highs and lows of aid work

I was recently on a trip with Barbara Stocking, the CEO of Oxfam Great Britain, who visited to see what...

Sneaky Business: Support Footwear Workers' Rights

August 1, 2011

Sneaky Business Toolkit

Want to help promote a new global action in support of workers' rights? The Sneaky Business toolkit provides you with...

March 31, 2011

WASH on film: getting started

It’s time to begin filming. It’s a long drive from Phnom Penh, especially with a flat tyre. But we got...

Impact of the Japanese earthquake. Courtesy: NOAA

March 11, 2011

Earthquake and tsunami in Japan

A massive 8.9-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Japan on Friday 11 March causing a major tsunami in the...

March 8, 2011

WASH on film: setting the scene

I’ve just returned from visiting tiny Pon Chea village where we began making our film about water, sanitation and hygiene...

February 16, 2011

Working around the clock

I’m aware that because I work the night shift the condition of my body isn’t great—I’m unfit, easily tired and...

January 27, 2011

Dyeing rivers: Environmental concerns for China’s garment sector

Investigations by environmental NGO Greenpeace East Asia have uncovered serious environmental degradation, including high concentrations of heavy metals, in Chinese...

October 8, 2010

Pchum Ben Festival: Respecting ancestors

This weekend is the conclusion of the Pchum Ben festival, a 15-day period of reflection, paying respect to your ancestors...

September 29, 2010

Water filters: truly amazing

Water filters have created a wave of excitement in Takeo Province, Cambodia. Part of a huge water-focused project supported by...

September 9, 2010

All about weddings

I recently attended a friend’s wedding ceremony. The couple come from different ethnic backgrounds, which made this ceremony quite unique....

August 31, 2010

Independence Day Celebrations

It has become a custom for Indonesians to commemorate Independence Day by holding competitions. This year the factory also held...

August 30, 2010

Less rain means less food

The delay of wet season in rural Cambodia is agonising farmers, who can’t plant rice seedlings until there’s enough rain....