At UN Abbas rejects Israeli ‘arrogance’, vows to terminate all agreements if Palestinian territory is annexed
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Thursday denounced what he called “arrogance and aggression” by the…
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News in Brief 25 September 2019
Lawlessness and impunity, as clashes continue in Libya Earth’s oceans and frozen spaces paying price…
Signs DR Congo Ebola outbreak finally ‘on the retreat’ but risk of international spread, ‘still high’
The second worst Ebola outbreak in history is “on the retreat” said the UN’s health…
‘Milestone agreement’ paves the way for new UN Human Rights Office in Sudan
“With this milestone agreement, we are poised to accompany Sudan through an important moment in…
‘Childhood is changing, and so must we’, UNICEF declares, as world marks historic convention
Since its adoption 30 years ago, the milestone Convention of the Rights of the Child…
News in Brief 24 September 2019
Second Ebola vaccine for DRC is welcome, says UN health agency Nigeria must act to…
Hate speech in the digital world a ‘critical obstacle for LGBTI people’: UN’s Bachelet
In the fast-growing digital age, hate speech can represent “a critical obstacle for LGBTI people”…
Universal coverage race at ‘starting line’, with new momentum: UN health agency
The race to provide Universal Health Coverage can now get underway, said the World Health Organization…
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Nigeria must act to stop housing crisis and forced evictions: UN rights expert
In Nigeria, homeless and other vulnerable people are being “rounded up” by police, “persecuted” and…
In ‘world of disquiet’, UN must deliver for the people, Guterres tells General Assembly
We are living in “a world of disquiet”, the United Nations chief told the High-level…
Tanzania urged to provide more information on suspected Ebola case
Authorities in Tanzania have been urged by the UN to supply further information about the…
Climate Summit Special: Some States rise to Guterres’ challenge
In this special Climate Summit edition of our flagship Lid is On podcast, participants explained…
News in Brief 23 September 2019
Climate Action Summit warns of ‘glaring’ gap in emissions commitments Syria: UN chief announces progress…
Hate speech exacerbating societal, racial tensions with ‘deadly consequences around the world’, say UN experts
Hate speech, both online and offline, has “exacerbated societal and racial tensions, inciting attacks with…
On sidelines of UN climate summit, US President calls for protection of religious freedom
As global leaders gathered at UN Headquarters on Monday to present their plans to combat…
UN welcomes ‘most comprehensive agreement ever’ on global health
Describing it as an “important landmark” on our “journey to health for all”, Secretary-General António Guterres on Monday…
Sign language protects ‘linguistic identity and cultural diversity’ of all users, says UN chief
Sign languages are crucial to “express oneself, connect with others and participate in all aspects…
With 5 billion set to miss out on health care, UN holds landmark summit to boost coverage
Some five billion people risk missing out on health care in 2030, unless countries close…
Renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma praises youth commitment to climate action
As a UN Ambassador for Peace, renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma inspires young people to support…
Youth activists call for climate action on UN Day of Peace
On this year’s Day of Peace, young people from around the world have been invited…
Lid is On Podcast Special: UN chief lays out #UNGA hopes and challenges
In this exclusive UN News interview, Melissa Fleming, new head of Global Communications here at…
News in Brief 20 September 2019
Migrant shooting in Libya, ‘irrefutable’ proof it’s not safe, say agencies Refugee safety a priority…
News in Brief 19 September 2019
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UN human rights report shows rise in reprisals against activists, victims
Cases of intimidation and retaliation against victims, civil society and activists who cooperate with the…
Thursday’s Daily Brief: Stark childbirth survival figures, Security Council split on Syria, nature-based climate initiatives
A recap of Thursday’s top stories: One pregnant woman or child dies every 11 seconds;…
Despite progress in childbirth safety, one woman or baby dies every 11 seconds
Childbirth survival rates are now a “staggering success” compared with the year 2000, but one…
News in Brief 18 September 2019
UN and Red Cross chiefs unite for call to end use of explosive weapons in…
Swiss youth activist sets sights on New York UN climate summit
The UN’s first Youth Climate Summit takes place in New York this Saturday where participants…
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News in Brief 17 September 2019
Justice for Myanmar generals is coming, rights experts insist $50 million appeal for Ukraine households…
The uneducated are ‘denied almost everything’, says new General Assembly President
Back in June, Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Tijjani Muhammad-Bande, was elected by…
Tuesday’s Daily Brief: Hope for Myanmar, UN News sits down with new Assembly President, youth speak out on climate crisis
A recap of Tuesday’s top stories: Hope for justice in Myanmar rights violations; First major…
Five avoidable deaths per minute shows urgent need for action on patient safety
With at least five people dying every minute due to unsafe health care, the World…
News in Brief 16 September 2019
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More women should wield UN General Assembly gavel, says Espinosa
We “need more women in power positions”, the outgoing President of the 73rd General Assembly,…
Genocide threat for Myanmar’s Rohingya greater than ever, investigators warn Human Rights Council
Hundreds of thousands of ethnic Rohingya who remain in Myanmar may face a greater threat…
UN chief urges ‘active, substantive and meaningful participation’ on International Day of Democracy
On the International Day of Democracy, the United Nations chief urged each Government to respect…
Culture is ‘the best diplomacy we know’, UNESCO assistant chief declares
Culture is ‘the best diplomacy we know’, UNESCO assistant chief declares Read Original Article: Culture…
Three ways to implement interfaith dialogue from top official of UN’s inclusivity wing
Global communication, understanding the value of religious freedom, and a solid framework are all key…
News in Brief 13 September 2019
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Around 12 million children may never see a classroom, UN data reveals
New data published by the United Nations cultural agency on Friday, reveals that without taking…
News in Brief 12 September 2019
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New technology could expand scope of South-South Cooperation, UN envoy says
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UNcomplicating the UN: a new podcast is born over coffee in New York
This week, just in time for #UNGA74, UN News is launching a brand-new podcast which…
Annexing Jordan Valley would end ‘illusion’ of a meaningful two-State solution: UN rights expert
Israel’s intention to annex the Jordan Valley is illegal and threatens chances for a meaningful…
‘Reaffirm the sanctity’ of religious sites, says Guterres, launching new plan to ‘counter hate and violence’
Amidst a global call by Secretary-General António Guterres to “reaffirm the sanctity” of religious sites and keep…
News in Brief 11 September 2019
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Wednesday’s Daily Brief: ‘Appalling’ conditions in Syria camp, precarious SDG progress, South Sudan, Palestine refugees and mining in Mongolia
A recap of Wednesday’s top stories: ‘Inhumane conditions’ in Syria’s Al Hol camp worsening; SDG…
News in Brief 10 September 2019
Nicaragua ‘crisis’ a major concern, warns Bachelet Rohingya refugees face ‘worst impact of year’ amidst monsoons…
Nicaragua ‘crisis’ still cause for concern amid murder, torture allegations: Bachelet
Nicaragua’s on-going human rights crisis can be resolved peacefully through dialogue, the UN’s top rights…
News in Brief 9 September 2019
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