When foreign troops started to leave Afghanistan in May, the Taliban tried, yet largely failed, to regain control of the country. While they were successful in rural areas, they failed to overtake major cities until this week. Now, the Taliban has overwhelmed nine provincial capitals and controls all but three major cities. Afghan nationals have been instrumental in U.S.-led military efforts, including serving as guides and interpreters. With the U.S. military leaving Afghanistan, those Afghan citizens and their families might be in imminent danger. What can we do?
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The violent conflict in Ethiopia started in November 2020 and has been marked by alleged massacres, widespread looting, destruction of private property, and most recently, sexual assault as a weapon of war. What started this conflict and what can we do to help relief organizations trying to support survivors and newly displaced refugees?
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Every November 11, we pause to honor veterans in the United States. Originally called Armistice Day, it was created in 1919 to commemorate the armistice that ended World War I, but in 1954 the celebration expanded to include all veterans. Beyond Veterans Day, how we can support veterans experiencing challenges like homelessness?
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