An immigrant from El Salvador, Edwin Lopez-Cornejo, died at Delaney Hall in Newark, New Jersey, a detention facility that has been the site of ongoing protests over living conditions and medical care. Officials state he received medical care, but politicians and advocates question the facility's oversight and care standards.
Five people were killed and six injured in an overnight drone attack on the Moscow Region, according to Governor Andrey Vorobyov.
A Ukrainian drone attack on Gelendzhik, Russia, resulted in 21 hospitalizations, including three children, with 19 others receiving outpatient care, according to Russian Health Minister's assistant Alexey Kuznetsov.
More than 1,500 migrants from Morocco have received medical assistance in Spain's Ceuta enclave since a mass border rush last Thursday, with 460 injured people treated on Sunday alone, following a late July crisis where tens of thousands entered the territory.
A boat tragedy off Vietnam's Hon May Rut Ngoai island killed 15 Indian tourists. Eyewitnesses blame crew negligence and delayed rescue/medical care for the deaths, stating the speedboat capsized rapidly in rough seas. 17 others were injured, with one critical.
The World Health Organization's Americas branch warns that disease outbreaks, poor sanitation, and lack of clean water pose the greatest health risks to over 17,900 survivors of Venezuela's earthquakes. Disruptions to medical care and overcrowded shelters exacerbate these dangers.
Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre was arrested for assaulting two doctors at a civic hospital in Thane, Maharashtra. Hospital staff protested the attack and demanded his disqualification, while Mhatre was admitted to the ICU for chest pain.
A woman in India's Mandla district gave birth to quadruplets in an auto-rickshaw en route to the hospital. All four newborns died shortly after birth, with the family alleging delayed medical care due to a lack of ambulance service.
A woman was arrested in Manila's Quiapo district for allegedly selling abortion pills. She was found with five packs of suspected pills, reportedly priced at $57 each, along with traditional medicines. Quiapo is known as a hub for herbal remedies and a black market for illegal abortifacients.
The Indian Army, under Operation Amistad, rescued a 79-year-old woman from rubble in Venezuela nearly a week after twin earthquakes. She received urgent medical care at a field hospital set up by India in Caracas.
Humanitarian groups, including the DEC, have launched an urgent appeal for Venezuela following devastating earthquakes. With at least 1,700 confirmed dead and 46,000 missing, thousands are in makeshift tents needing shelter, food, water, and medical care. The UK government is matching public donations up to £2m.
Humanitarian groups, including the DEC, have launched an urgent appeal for Venezuela following devastating earthquakes. With at least 1,700 confirmed dead and 46,000 missing, thousands are in makeshift tents needing shelter, food, water, and medical care. The UK government is matching public donations up to £2m.
A security guard, David Marquez, was arrested in Carlsbad, California, after allegedly tasing a man in the face at point-blank range outside Park 101 during a soccer watch party. The incident was captured on video, and the victim was hospitalized.
A documentary follows British nerve surgeon Mohammad Tahir and his colleagues as they work in Gaza's barely operational hospitals during the 2024-25 war, treating severe injuries, including those of children, amidst bombings, blackouts, and critical supply shortages, supported by FAJR Global.
A new lawsuit filed by the parents of former NFL star Doug Martin alleges police restraint and delayed medical care contributed to his death. The family claims officers restrained Martin face down during a mental health crisis, and paramedics arrived over 15 minutes after being called.
Vijendra Nath Tiwari, elder brother of actor Pankaj Tripathi, was seriously injured in an axe attack in Belsand village, Gopalganj district, Bihar. The incident, reportedly linked to a land dispute, occurred on Sunday evening. Tiwari was attacked outside his home and is undergoing treatment at PMCH. One suspect has been arrested.
Bijendra Nath Tiwari, brother of Bollywood actor Pankaj Tripathi, was critically injured in a sharp-weapon attack in Bihar's Belsand village. The attack is linked to a long-standing feud, and Tiwari has been admitted to a Patna hospital for advanced treatment. Police have formed a special team to apprehend the accused.
A Ukrainian couple in Ohio, Tamila and Mykola Vashchuk, face deportation hearings that could send them back to Ukraine, jeopardizing their son's critical medical treatment. Despite assurances, they were issued removal orders upon returning to the US, and their case highlights broader immigration challenges for Ukrainians.
Carlitos Ricardo "Richard" Parias, shot by federal agents during an immigration arrest 8 months ago, is allegedly not receiving adequate medical care, including pain medication and physical therapy, while detained. His attorneys argue his case highlights systemic issues in the U.S. judicial and detention systems.
Carlitos Ricardo "Richard" Parias, shot by federal agents during an immigration arrest 8 months ago, is allegedly not receiving adequate medical care in detention. His attorneys highlight his case as an example of systemic issues with limited resources and oversight for detainees with no criminal record.
A father alleges two Ghaziabad hospitals denied treatment to his 4-year-old daughter after she was sexually assaulted and injured, leading to her death. The Supreme Court is hearing the case, questioning hospital accountability.
A Hyderabad consumer court ordered summer camp organizers to refund fees with interest and pay compensation to three children due to unhygienic and unsafe conditions. The camp failed to provide promised AC accommodation, hygienic food, and medical facilities, leading to issues like contaminated water and denied communication.
A federal prison's administrative remedy system, designed to address inmate issues, has become a "brick wall" for those seeking help, particularly for medical needs. Data shows a drastic drop in granted grievances, with many rejected for procedural reasons, blocking access to courts and necessary care. Terri Mollica's decade-long struggle for treatment for a uterine fibroid exemplifies these systemic failures.
The wife of Indian seafarer Nishanth Uirthanathan, who died aboard the MT Celestial in Omani waters, is demanding justice and the repatriation of his body. The family alleges a lack of communication from the shipping company and requests government support, including a permanent career opportunity.
