Scientists close in on solving the mystery behind intense auroral storms
A University of Southampton study has revealed an intriguing new clue in the mystery of what triggers periods of very intense, brightly…
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What do singing and hiking have to do with human rights?
As part of this year’s campaign for Human Rights Day – Our Everyday Essentials – the UN’s human rights office (OHCHR) invited…
Hong Kong: UN rights chief voices concern over ‘draconian’ laws, in wake of deadly apartment fire
At least 160 people were killed in the blaze at the Wang Fung Court complex, Tai Po district, which was undergoing renovations. Mr. Türk expressed solidarity…
Peace wavers as fighting in eastern DRC sparks fears of regional war
A new offensive from Congo River Alliance/March 23 Movement (AFC/M23) relaunched large-scale hostilities in South Kivu, just days after the signing of…
Deep concerns for Palestinians over intense Israeli raids in occupied West Bank
Around 100 hectares of Palestinian land were reportedly confiscated to make way for the new route. This would mark a new step…
UN Environment Assembly concludes in Nairobi
The Assembly is the highest decision-making body in the world for environmental issues. More than 6,000 people – representing 186 countries –…
Gaza’s babies ‘scarred by war before first breath’ by malnutrition
Speaking from the shattered enclave, UNICEF Communication Manager Tess Ingram said that at least 165 children are reported to have died “painful,…
Can dialogue heal a fractured world? UN-led alliance makes its case
On December 14 and 15, the Saudi capital will host the Alliance congress 11th Global Forumbringing together governments, civil society, youth leaders,…
Hurricane Melissa: WFP calls for more investment in preparedness and building resilience
“We cannot forget Haiti“, said Lola Castro, speaking from the capital, Port-au-Prince, while also appealing to Jamaica, Cuba and the Dominican Republic.…
Risks increase for pregnant women in Ukraine
The incident comes amid alarming new data from the United Nations reproductive health agency (UNFPA), showing a sharp increase in the risk…