New recombinant mpox strain detected in UK and India, WHO urges continued monitoring
WHO confirmed that two cases of the recombinant strain – combining genomic elements of clades Ib and IIb…
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World Entrepreneurs and Investment Forum put women at the heart of economic transformation
That was the central message of the Manama Declaration, issued at the close of the World Entrepreneurs and…
In the hands of innovators from the Global South, AI can transform lives
Fodder cutters are fearsome machines with huge circular blades spinning at high speed, powered by small generators. Operated…
World News in Brief: Deadly strikes in Sudan, Guterres calls for unity ahead of Ramadan
Fresh waves of violence in Sudan and neighbouring South Sudan are pushing fragile communities into deeper crisis, with…
Syria transition gains ground with Kurdish deal, but violence and humanitarian strain persist
A new agreement between the Syrian government and Kurdish-led forces in the country’s northeast is being viewed by…
‘Like a scene out of a horror movie’: UN report warns of war crimes in Sudan’s El Fasher
A new United Nations report has documented widespread atrocities in Sudan’s Darfur region, accusing fighters from the Rapid…
Madagascar: ‘Overwhelming’ destruction, surging needs after back-to-back cyclones – WFP
Madagascar is grappling with a growing humanitarian emergency after two powerful cyclones struck the island nation within three…
Political violence against MPs rising worldwide: IPU
Violence and intimidation against elected lawmakers are rising across the world, increasingly fuelled by online hostility and political…
World News in Brief: Violence, Terror Attacks And Digital Security Dominate Global Concerns At UN
Rising conflict, humanitarian emergencies and growing concerns over critical digital infrastructure dominated recent discussions involving United Nations agencies…
UN Condemns Russian Strikes On Ukrainian Cities As Energy Infrastructure Comes Under Pressure
United Nations officials have expressed alarm over renewed Russian strikes targeting Ukrainian cities and critical infrastructure, warning that…
Invisible highways: Undersea Cables Power 99% Of Global Internet Traffic, Despite Growing Risks
The world’s digital economy depends heavily on a vast network of undersea cables stretching across the ocean floor,…
Myanmar Crisis Deepens Five Years After Military Coup, UN Warns
Five years after Myanmar’s military seized power, the country remains trapped in a worsening humanitarian and political crisis…
UN Calls For Human-Centred Approach As Artificial Intelligence Rapidly Expands
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping everyday life, transforming industries, workplaces and communication systems around the world. While the…
‘We children saw things that no one should ever have to see’: Holocaust survivor at UN
A Holocaust survivor delivered a powerful reminder of the horrors of the Nazi era and the importance of…
A new blow for UNRWA as headquarters in East Jerusalem ‘set on fire’
It comes after Israeli authorities “stormed and demolished” buildings in the compound last week, UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini…
From deepfakes to grooming: UN Warns Of Rising Online Threats To Children As AI Expands Digital Risks
The rapid spread of artificial intelligence is creating new dangers for children online, prompting the United Nations and…
US withdrawal from WHO ‘risks global safety’, agency says in detailed rebuttal
WHO Rejects US Criticism, Defends Pandemic Response And Calls For Continued Cooperation The World Health Organization has strongly…
Kenyan Innovator Uses Solar And AI Tools To Help Farmers Tackle Climate Challenges
Climate change is increasingly threatening agriculture in Kenya, where farming remains the backbone of the economy and the…
UN Urges Greater Youth Role In Education Policy As Global Inequality Persists
Despite progress in expanding access to education worldwide, stark disparities remain between wealthy and poorer nations, leaving millions…
UN Rights Chief Criticises US Immigration Raids, Warns Of Rising Abuse Against Migrants
The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights has raised serious concerns over the treatment of migrants and…