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How to heat your home without central heating: BBC advice amid rising energy prices in the UK

Amid a cold weekend and a forecast rise in energy bills, BBC News gathered tips from families and experts on how to keep a home warm without turning on the heating. Experts warn that older and vulnerable people should not sacrifice their health to save money. Amid a cold weekend and forecasts of rising energy bills, BBC News has gathered tips from families and experts on how to keep your home warm without turning on the heating. Experts warn that older and vulnerable people should not sacrifice their health for the sake of saving money.

Aziz Karimov
4 min read
World

UNRWA chief warned of winter crisis in Gaza and urged Europe to pressure Israel

UNRWA acting chief Christian Saunders said in an interview with Anadolu that more than 90% of Gaza's residents live in tents or destroyed homes, and warned of flooding with the arrival of winter rains. The agency faces a $70 million shortfall and staff cuts, while Saunders called on Europe to increase pressure on Israel to lift restrictions on humanitarian supplies.

Javlon Tursunov
4 min read
World

IOM: Repeated displacements have left shelters in Gaza in poor condition ahead of winter

Carl Baker, crisis coordinator for the International Organization for Migration (IOM), said that repeated population displacements are destroying shelters in Gaza, while restrictions on the import of materials and funding shortages are hampering winter preparations. According to him, 1.8–1.9 million people need shelter assistance, and only about 30% of the enclave's territory is accessible.

Otabek Yusupov
2 min read
World

Palestinians in Gaza prepare for a fourth winter of war: leaks, a collapsed building and a shortage of shelters

Residents of the Gaza Strip are preparing for the fourth winter since the start of the war in damaged homes and worn-out tents. According to the UN, more than 4,000 damaged buildings are slated for demolition, including over 2,300 where nearly 44,000 people live. Tent prices have risen, UN shelter cluster funding covers only 26% of needs, and supplies of materials are being blocked.

Otabek Yusupov
4 min read