Abbé Pierre campaigned for decades against homelessness and poverty. Revelations about his treatment of women have destroyed his image as a symbol of virtue in France.
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How American Pastors in Nicaragua Ended Up Imprisoned for Money Laundering
Evangelical pastors led by a Texas missionary in Nicaragua were accused of money laundering, in a widespread crackdown on religious groups.
José Andrés’s World Central Kitchen Feeds People in Disaster and War Zones
The group is a relatively new aid provider in Gaza, but it has garnered notice by making bold moves, like building a jetty out of rubble to bring aid in by sea.
An Israeli Charity for Palestinians Grapples With Oct. 7 Attacks
Before the war, Road to Recovery helped bring sick Gazans to Israeli hospitals. Several of its volunteers died in the Hamas attacks, and donations to the group have slowed.
New Hope — and an Old Hurdle — for a Terrible Disease With Terrible Treatments
Researchers in developing countries are trying to find treatments for conditions that affect the poorest people. But the system is stacked against their therapies.
After Watching 10 Migrants Die at Sea, He Now Pleads: ‘Stay’
Witness to a tragedy on a boat to Spain, Moustapha Diouf has made it his mission to persuade young people not to emigrate from Senegal, but even he concedes that it’s getting harder to make his case.
Women and Leadership: 7 Women Discuss Their Journeys
Leaders from around the world explained how they took their passions and concerns and turned them into action.
Morocco Earthquake Rescue Efforts Enter 4th Day as Toll Surpasses 2,900
Aid workers say hopes of rescuing trapped victims are dwindling. The Moroccan government has drawn some criticism for being slow to greenlight international aid.
An Architect Applies Her Skills to Giving Back
Diana Kellogg specialized in high-end New York residences. Now, she has designed a girls school in India and is pursuing other projects that address social change.
Forging Connections Among Members of the African Diaspora
Almaz Negash lives in California, but never forgot her native Eritrea. Now she heads a group that brings together dispersed Africans, philanthropists, entrepreneurs and business leaders.