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Indonesia Announces Rp8 Million Aid for Sumatra Flood Victims Amid Ongoing Recovery
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In an update to the flash floods and landslides affecting Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra since late November 2025—which have now claimed 1,129 lives—the Indonesian government has approved direct cash assistance (BLT) of at least Rp8 million per affected family for home rehabilitation and economic recovery, excluding separate death benefits and logistics support.
The nonprofit Cykling utan ålder in Uppsala celebrates its 10th anniversary. Founded in 2016 by Göran Albjär to let seniors cycle again, it hosts an open house on May 12 at Danspaviljongen.
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A report commissioned by Formula 1's governing body, the FIA, shows that more than 20,000 volunteers are needed each year to run the sport's 24 grands prix. The study highlights an average of 838 volunteers per race weekend in 2025, mostly marshals. It calls for better support and professionalization amid rising demands.
The Houston Host Committee and FIFA have launched a new volunteer center in POST Houston to prepare thousands for the 2026 World Cup. The 15,000-square-foot facility will host interviews starting Tuesday amid over 12,000 applications for 5,000 spots. Organizers highlighted the volunteers as the 'heartbeat' of the event.