The far right and far left are poised to make significant gains in state voting on Sunday, possibly affecting the stability of the national government in Berlin.

Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s strong showing reveals voter weariness with leadership that has led to a national economic crisis and crushing hardship for many people.

The Israeli leader vowed to take “whatever action is necessary” to diminish the threat posed by Hezbollah. A senior official with the militant group warned that an overnight barrage of missiles against Israel was “just the beginning.”

The narrow win by Olaf Scholz’s party came in a state election, the third in a series that was seen as a reflection of the national mood and a snapshot of the government’s popularity.

Keir Starmer has been dogged by problems, including gifts that he and his wife accepted, and is under pressure to reassure a disillusioned public.

For dozens of women who fled Myanmar and settled in Thailand, soccer has become a refuge from both the troubles of daily life and conservative cultural norms.

The U.S. Department of Justice estimates that 1.3 million women and 835,000 men are victims of physical violence by a partner every year. People who are in an abusive relationship will stay with their partner for a number of reasons, including: They believe their partner really is sorry and does care about them Their low self… The post Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Together We Can End Domestic Abuse appeared first on America's Charities.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – an annual campaign that aims to educate the public on the importance of early screening, testing and treatment for breast cancer. Activities include raising research funds to help identify the cause, uncover potential prevention strategies, and improve diagnosis, in addition to offering support to people impacted by the disease.   … The post Breast Cancer Awareness Month appeared first on America's Charities.

First launched by Americans for the Arts more than 30 years ago as National Arts Week in honor of the National Endowment for the Arts, National Arts and Humanities Month was re-established in 1993 as a month-long celebration in October with the following four goals: To create a national, state and local focus on the arts… The post Celebrate National Arts & Humanities Month This October appeared first on America's Charities.

Observed in October each year, Down Syndrome Awareness Month was started by the National Down Syndrome Society in the 1980’s. By spreading awareness, advocacy, and inclusion throughout the community, the month is a time to celebrate individuals with Down syndrome and make people aware of their abilities and accomplishments. In recognition of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, America’s Charities… The post Down Syndrome Awareness Month: Awareness, Advocacy, and Inclusion appeared first on America's Charities.