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Drought, extreme heat and heatwaves are the most prevalent trio of hazards endangering millions of children globally, warned a newly released climate report by the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF).
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Despite the agreement announced on Sunday between the United States and Iran, displaced people in Lebanon continue to face difficulties in returning to their communities, the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has reported.
Civil society groups have called for an investigation into the first carbon credits approved under a new UN mechanism, alleging the project is linked to Myanmar’s military junta – which the UN says is guilty of human rights abuses – and has “massively” overstated its climate impact. The programme, which aims to cut emissions by […]
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Drought, extreme heat and heatwaves are the most prevalent trio of hazards endangering millions of children globally, warned a newly released climate report by the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF).
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Despite the agreement announced on Sunday between the United States and Iran, displaced people in Lebanon continue to face difficulties in returning to their communities, the UN Office for the…
Civil society groups have called for an investigation into the first carbon credits approved under a new UN mechanism, alleging the project is linked to Myanmar’s military junta – which…
While the talks on climate finance itself rumble on without a clear direction in Bonn, finance has emerged as the central topic of debate in all of the other negotiating…
Amnesty International recently gathered a group of young people from around the world in Kenya to discuss their experiences on social media amid a push for teenage social media bans by governments across the world. Australia and Indonesia have already put restrictions on young…
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Historic Lebanon-Israel talks: A no-win situation?
Despite recent talks between Israel and Lebanon, experts don’t see much hope for a positive outcome — nor do locals in southern Lebanon, who are most affected by the conflict.
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How close is the United Kingdom to breaking up?
The May 7 elections could see nationalist gains in Scotland and Wales, while Sinn Fein already leads in Northern Ireland. Is the UK’s unity at risk?
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Venice Biennale in crisis: The controversies explained
Following the resignation of the jury over Russia’s and Israel’s disputed participation, the traditional Golden Lion will not be awarded this year.
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How India uses remote island to show strength against China
At the edge of the Indian Ocean, the far-flung Great Nicobar Island is being turned into a strategic hub that New Delhi hopes will shape trade routes and boost its military reach.
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UN mourns CNN founder Ted Turner, a ‘tireless champion for our common humanity’
The American businessman, media mogul and philanthropist Ted Turner is being remembered by the United Nations for his long-standing support for the Organization and its values.
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More than 70 civilians killed in Ukraine in less than a week
At least 70 civilians have been killed and more than 500 injured across Ukraine since the start of May, UN human rights monitors said on Wednesday, as waves of attacks hit cities across the country and humanitarian workers struggled to reach communities near the frontline.
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Security Council holds closed-door talks following attacks on United Arab Emirates
As the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz continues, the United Nations reiterates its commitment to support efforts towards peace, UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric said on Wednesday during his media briefing from New York.
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As housing insecurity grows, global leaders push for action
“Housing is the gateway to all other rights” said actor and humanitarian Richard Gere, who has joined UN efforts to combat homelessness.
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Gaza flotilla: Aid delivery ‘not a crime’, UN rights office tells Israel
The UN human rights office on Wednesday called on Israel to immediately release two members of the Global Sumud Flotilla detained in international waters, warning that solidarity with Palestinians and attempts to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza “is not a crime.”
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Hantavirus outbreak: Another passenger contracts disease
It’s been confirmed that another passenger from the cruise liner linked to the outbreak of hantavirus has contracted the disease, which has claimed the lives of three people on board and sparked an international alert coordinated by the UN World Health Organization (WHO).