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Winnipeg Free Press
7 days ago
- Business
- Winnipeg Free Press
Rising prices, growing hunger
Opinion A trip to the grocery store is getting more expensive all the time. Food prices are expected to rise by three to five per cent in Canada this year alone, with meat and vegetables leading the way. Buying cheaper food brings its own risks, as poor nutrition can lead to other health problems and a notable drop in school performance for children. As Canadians struggle with rising food prices, we can empathize with people in other countries where prices are rising more than twice as fast, as revealed in this year's State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) report, published Monday by the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization. Across Africa as a whole, where hunger is growing the fastest, people had to pay an average of 37 per cent more for a healthy diet in 2024 than in 2019. The rising cost of food is due to factors beyond the control of individual families, with the biggest causes being changes in climate, government policies, and geopolitical conflicts. In many African countries, a large percentage of the population work in the agriculture and food system — growing, processing, transporting, and selling food. Most farmers have less than five hectares of land to grow food for their families, hoping to produce enough extra food to sell for income. One failed rainy season, or a fuel shortage making food transport difficult, means less food at home, and more expensive food in the market. Families struggling financially might cope by cutting back on expensive foods like vegetables and meat, instead eating more rice or porridge — filling the belly, but lacking nourishment for growing minds. Mothers often skip meals so their kids can eat, and when desperation hits, families sell their land or assets to buy food, putting their future livelihood at risk. Canada and other industrial countries aim to reduce global hunger by providing food assistance in crisis situations and investing in agriculture and food systems to reduce hunger over the long term. But with countries like Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States, and other nations making significant cuts to their international aid budgets this year, there will be fewer resources to meet increasing needs. The Canadian Foodgrains Bank, with support from the Canadian government and thousands of Canadians across the country, helps over one million people in 37 countries to eat better each year. In contexts of crisis, such as in Gaza, this looks like emergency food assistance baskets provided for 143,000 people with support from two Foodgrains Bank members. 'I walked more than five kilometres to receive this package because it came at a critical time… I didn't know what I would feed my children today,' says project participant Nasim (a pseudonym used for security reasons). Our work also includes provision of longer-term agriculture and livelihood support to improve food security in countries like the Democratic Republic of the Congo. 'I no longer go to (the) market for vegetables … I am walking on the path to food security,' says project participant Hélène, who built her own kitchen garden and influenced many others in her community to adopt conservation agriculture farming techniques. While several partners supported by Foodgrains Bank members were impacted by the USAID cuts earlier this year — including Church World Service Africa, which lost over 500 staff in Kenya — we're inspired by their continued commitment to serving the most vulnerable. Canada has long stood at the forefront of the fight against hunger, driving lasting change and fostering stability and prosperity around the world. As others step back, Canada must step forward to fill critical gaps emerging in humanitarian and development funding. By prioritizing support for small-scale farmers and delivering food aid where it's needed most, Canada can help ensure no one is left behind in the mission to build a more secure, equitable world — one where food is affordable and accessible for all. Paul Hagerman is the Director of Public Policy at Canadian Foodgrains Bank. He joined in 2007 and now oversees advocacy work on food security issues within the organization. Prior to his work with the Foodgrains Bank, Paul worked in agriculture for over 20 years in Canada, Africa, Asia and the Caribbean.
India Today
01-07-2025
- India Today
Fact Check: Viral pic of Muslim man's beard being pulled is NOT communal
'A man suddenly came and started hitting a Muslim man by grabbing his beard! The extent to which hatred has become poison in society is now visible at every step,' claimed a Facebook post featuring two photos showing a man pulling on the beard of a visibly Muslim man in what looks like an post further said, 'Muslim identity is enough to harass Muslims. They can become victims of hatred and mob lynching anytime because of their beard, cap and identity! The most unfortunate thing is that this hatred has the protection of the government!'advertisement Another Facebook post claimed that the attacker was Hindu and shared the photo with hashtags like 'India'. Some also shared the video of the incident and demanded police action against the Today Fact Check found that not only is this photo not from India, but it also does not have a communal angle. This photo shows an altercation between two Muslim men in PROBEReverse-searching keyframes from the video led us to a News18 report from June 28, which said that this video was from Ghior in Bangladesh, and showed a local computer shop owner being assaulted by a customer. Reportedly, the CCTV footage recorded inside Manik Computer captured shopkeeper Ali Azam Manik being attacked by Nasim we found several local news reports about this incident which stated the same information. According to these reports, Nasim would force Ali to do his work without pay, and would threaten to shut his shop down when he asked for June 23, when Nasim demanded the same again, Ali, who was busy with another customer, asked him to wait. Nasim subsequently attacked Ali. During the scuffle, Nasim also damaged property inside the June 27, the police reportedly arrested it's clear that the viral video does not show a communal incident from India.- EndsTrending Reel Want to send us something for verification? Please share it on our at 73 7000 7000 You can also send us an email at factcheck@
News18
28-06-2025
- News18
In Bangladesh, Man Beats Shopkeeper, Damages Property After Being Asked To Pay
Last Updated: In the clip, the attacker, identified as Nasim Bhuiyan, can be seen grabbing Manik's beard and slapping him multiple times while customers watch. Disturbing CCTV footage from Ghior in Bangladesh has gone viral, showing a brutal assault on a local computer shop owner by a customer. The video, recorded inside Manik Computer, captures the shocking moment when the shopkeeper, Ali Azam Manik, is violently attacked. In the clip, the attacker—identified as Nasim Bhuiyan—is seen wearing a blue-striped shirt. He suddenly grabs Manik's beard and slaps him repeatedly, all while other customers look on in silence. Manik, dressed in a white kurta and skullcap, appears completely caught off guard by the aggression. The shop is visibly stocked with office supplies and computer accessories. Sharing the video on X, a user wrote, 'This shameless person should be arrested immediately, no matter what the dispute is, but such an insult to the Prophet's tradition of keeping a beard?" In the video, the attacker is seen grabbing Manik's beard and slapping him, while the shopkeeper desperately struggles to free himself. He adjusted his glasses and sought to restrain Nasim with the help of a few other men. Watch the video here: اس بے غیرت شخص کی فوری گرفتاری ہونی چاہیے تنازعہ چاہے کوئی بھی ہو لیکن سنت رسول داڑھی کی اس قدر توہین ؟ — Dr. Xia Khan (@DrXiakhan) June 26, 2025 Reportedly, the attacker was a frequent customer at the shop, often asking for services but leaving without paying. The recent altercation began when Manik asked Nasim to settle his pending dues. The incident took place on Monday night at around 9 PM when Nasim visited the shop for urgent work but was asked to wait. After losing his temper, he attacked Manik and also damaged a monitor worth around 15,000 taka (approximately Rs 10,465). Manik was injured and taken to Ghior Upazila Health Complex for treatment. A written complaint has been received, and legal action will follow after the investigation, Ghior Police Station Inspector (Investigation) Kohinoor Mia told Probash Time. In a similar incident, a group of around eight to ten men chased and beat the restaurant employees in the Civil Lines area of Kanpur. Following a complaint from hotel staff, authorities filed a case against eight individuals in the matter. The owner, Nitin Gupta, stated that Aditya Tripathi from Azad Nagar and Piyush Jaiswal from Lal Bangla had arrived to party with eight to ten friends. When they started leaving the restaurant, the waiter asked them to pay the bill. At this point, the men began abusing him. Later, the intoxicated men beat the employees with rods, sticks, and belts.
Hindustan Times
13-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
Ghaziabad: Passerby woman hit as 2 groups quarrel in market
Ghaziabad A 45-year-old woman was shot while buying groceries in a crowded Ghaziabad market on Wednesday night when she got caught in the crossfire of three men fighting over money, police said on Thursday. The woman is undergoing treatment in a hospital, while two men have been arrested and the third is on the run, police added. The victim was identified as Babita (single name), a resident of Tyagi Market. She had come to the market on Idgah Road with her neighbours at 9.30pm to buy vegetables. 'Babita was walking past the spot where the men were fighting in the crowded market when the shooting started. Two men fired three shots at the third man. Two shots missed their target but the third one hit Babita. The third man fled, but the two shooters were immediately nabbed by locals, who then called us and also took Babita to a nearby hospital. Doctors said Babita is out of danger,' said assistant commissioner of police (ACP) (Loni) Siddharth Gautam. Police took suo motu cognizance of the incident and registered a case of attempt to murder under Section 109 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita at Loni police station. The accused were identified as Nasim, Shahbaz, and Salim (single names), all residents of Mustafabad. The three had come to settle a monetary dispute on Idgah Road at 9.30pm. 'Nasim had bought a motorcycle from Shahbaz and they had a dispute over an outstanding ₹25,000. They decided to clear the dues and met on Idgah Road. Nasim came on his motorcycle while Shahbaz and Salim arrived on a scooter,' said ACP Gautam. 'An argument broke out as Nasim claimed that he had to pay only ₹12,000. The situation escalated and Shahbaz and Salim, carrying two country-made pistols, fired three rounds at Nasim. The bullets missed Nasim but one hit Babita. As she screamed, Nasim fled on his motorcycle. Shahbaz and Salim, who also tried to flee, lost balance on their scooter and locals nabbed them. We have arrested Shahbaz and Salim, and efforts are underway to nab Nasim, who is on the run,' the ACP added.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Yahoo
'Stolen' vehicles worth more than £250k hidden under mattresses as police storm yard in raid
Four suspected stolen vehicles worth over £250,000 were recovered in a yard raid in Gorton on Monday (March 24). Officers stormed the premises on Sunny Brow Road at around 11.22am following intelligence about stolen vehicles being stored at the location. At the premises, officers recovered four suspected stolen vehicles, which had been hidden under several mattresses and tarpaulins, with two being located inside a shipping container. The vehicles were suspected to be stolen from London and Lancashire, and all had false registration plates. These had been suspected of being stolen by various means, including burglary of car keys, GMP said. READ MORE: The vile creep caught out by a baby monitor READ MORE: Debenhams is back on Manchester's streets after four years, here's why Join the Manchester Evening News WhatsApp group HERE Three men were arrested on suspicion of theft of motor vehicles and handling stolen goods One of the men were further arrested suspicion of possession of class A and B drugs with intent to supply. He remains in police custody. The other two men have since been bailed pending further enquiries, which are ongoing. Sergeant Nasim of GMP's Tactical Vehicle Intercept Unit said: "Following intelligence, my highly trained officers attended a premises where four high-value suspected stolen vehicles were located, and three suspects were arrested. 'We believe these suspected stolen vehicles were part of a highly organised criminal enterprise responsible for shipping stolen vehicles from all over the UK and around the world. 'Greater Manchester Police will aggressively target criminals and dismantle organised crime gangs." --- Day in day out, our reporters in the Manchester Evening News newsroom bring you remarkable stories from all aspects of Mancunian life. However, with the pace of life these days, the frenetic news agenda and social media algorithms, you might not be getting a chance to read it. That's why every week our Features and Perspectives editor Rob Williams brings you Unmissable, highlighting the best of what we do - bringing it to you directly from us. Make sure you don't miss out, and see what else we have to offer, by clicking here and signing up for MEN Daily News. And be sure to join our politics writer Jo Timan every Sunday for his essential commentary on what matters most to you in Greater Manchester each week in our newsletter Due North. You can also sign up for that here. You can also get all your favourite content from the Manchester Evening News on WhatsApp. Click here to see everything we offer, including everything from breaking news to Coronation Street. If you prefer reading our stories on your phone, consider downloading the Manchester Evening News app here, and our news desk will make sure every time an essential story breaks, you'll be the first to hear about it. And finally, if there is a story you think our journalists should be looking into, we want to hear from you. Email us on newsdesk@ or give us a ring on 0161 211 2920.
