‘Complacency is still strong’ over stopping genocide, says top UN adviser
Dec 08, 2018, at 07:08 am
New York, Dec 8 (IBNS): The current rise in hate speech, racial tensions and identity-based violence is alarming, the UN Special Adviser on preventing genocide said on Friday, highlighting his concern that ‘complacency is still strong’, when it comes to stopping the mass-killing or extinction of national, ethnic, racial or religious groups.
UN emergency relief fund has ‘never been more critical’: Guterres
Dec 08, 2018, at 06:57 am
New York, Dec 8 (IBNS): The mission of the UN’s Central Emergency Relief Fund (CERF), which enables humanitarian responders to deliver life-saving assistance whenever and wherever crises strike, is more critical than ever, said Secretary-General António Guterres on Friday, as a key pledging conference got underway at UN Headquarters in New York.
The fruits of sustainability and decent work
Dec 08, 2018, at 06:46 am
New York, Dec 8 (IBNS): Costa Rica’s is taking the lead in promoting the socially-conscious production of pineapples whilst protecting the environment, thanks to a project supported by the UN Development Programme (UNDP).
Road injuries leading cause of death for the young, despite safety gains: UN report
Dec 08, 2018, at 06:41 am
New York, Dec 8 (IBNS): Latest statistics from the World Health Organization (WHO reveal that 1.35 million people die on the roads each year, while road traffic injuries are now the leading cause of death among young people, according to new statistics from the World Health Organization (WHO).
A safer, more dignified journey for all migrants, tops agenda at global conference in Marrakech
Dec 08, 2018, at 06:33 am
New York, Dec 8 (IBNS): Top politicians and officials from across the world will gather in Marrakech, Morocco this weekend, ahead of a major conference convened by the UN, to formally adopt an all-inclusive, extensive global agreement aimed at making migration safer, and more dignified for all.
UK graduates produce guide to ‘zero-waste’ Christmas
Dec 07, 2018, at 05:23 pm
London, Dec 7 (IBNS): Two graduates who have spent more than two years living waste-free have produced a special festive guide to help people enjoy a zero-waste Christmas.
Pope Francis to visit UAE next year
Dec 07, 2018, at 04:28 pm
Dubai, Dec 7 (IBNS): Pope Francis will visit the UAE in February, officials said.
US resolution to condemn activities of Hamas voted down in General Assembly
Dec 07, 2018, at 10:14 am
New York, Dec 7 (IBNS): Although a majority of UN Member States voted in favour of a General Assembly resolution put forward by the United States – condemning the activities of Hamas and other militant groups in Gaza – it failed to be adopted on Thursday at UN Headquarters in New York.
Preventing and resolving conflicts must form ‘backbone’ of collective efforts – UN chief
Dec 07, 2018, at 10:14 am
New York, Dec 7 (IBNS): More countries are experiencing violent conflict now than at any time over the past 30 years, Secretary-General António Guterres told the Security Council on Thursday, underscoring that the world has a responsibility to act “collectively”.
UN launches new framework to strengthen fight against terrorism
Dec 07, 2018, at 10:13 am
New York, Dec 7 (IBNS): United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres launched a new Organization-wide framework on Thursday to coordinate efforts across the peace and security, humanitarian, human rights and sustainable development sectors.
Western Sahara: A 'peaceful solution’ to conflict is possible, says UN envoy
Dec 07, 2018, at 10:12 am
New York, Dec 7 (IBNS): The first UN-led talks in six years over the disputed Western Sahara-region concluded on a positive note on Thursday in Geneva, where the Organization’s representative Horst Köhler said that further discussions are planned “in the first quarter of 2019”.
Yemen war: UN chief urges good faith as ‘milestone’ talks get underway in Sweden
Dec 07, 2018, at 10:11 am
New York, Dec 7 (IBNS): The Yemeni Government and the Houthi opposition have gathered at United Nations-sponsored political talks, close to the Swedish capital, Stockholm, aimed at ending nearly four years of brutal war in the country.
Yemen war: UN-backed talks to silence the guns begin in Sweden
Dec 07, 2018, at 09:52 am
New York, Dec 7 (IBNS): Highly anticipated UN-brokered consultations about substantive talks which could lead to an end to more than three years of brutal conflict across Yemen, have begun in Sweden. Brutal fighting has left the Middle East nation divided between Government and rebel forces, with millions on the brink of famine, and the economy and society in ruins.
A safer, more dignified journey for all migrants, tops agenda at global conference in Marrakech
Dec 07, 2018, at 09:46 am
New York, Dec 7 (IBNS): Top politicians and officials from across the world will gather in Marrakech, Morocco this weekend, ahead of a major conference convened by the UN, to formally adopt an all-inclusive, extensive global agreement aimed at making migration safer, and more dignified for all.
France protests: Amid "yellow vest" riot fears Eiffel Tower to remain close tomorrow
Dec 07, 2018, at 08:56 am
Paris, Dec 7 (IBNS): Amid fears of further street violence by "yellow vest", the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris might remain closed on Saturday, media reports said.
Yemen war: UN-backed talks to silence the guns due to begin in Stockholm
Dec 06, 2018, at 02:24 pm
New York, Dec 6 (IBNS): Hopes are high that the warring parties in Yemen will begin long-delayed consultations on Thursday over ending the conflict that has ravaged the Middle East nation for over three years, leaving millions of civilians dependent on international assistance.
Dec 06, 2018, at 02:20 pm
New York, Dec 6 (IBNS) :“Peace and development are indivisible,” UN Secretary-General António Guterres told the Security Council on Wednesday, encouraging a stronger push along what he dubbed “the peace continuum” as the “best guarantee against instability and insecurity.”
A safer, more dignified journey for all migrants, tops agenda at global conference in Marrakech
Dec 06, 2018, at 02:07 pm
New York, Dec 6 (IBNS): Top politicians and officials from across the world will gather in Marrakech, Morocco this weekend, ahead of a major conference convened by the UN, to formally adopt an all-inclusive, extensive global agreement aimed at making migration safer, and more dignified for all.
First Western Sahara talks at UN in six years, begin in Geneva
Dec 06, 2018, at 01:49 pm
New York, Dec 6 (IBNS): Talks have begun at the UN on the future of Western Sahara – the first in years – the Organization announced on Wednesday.
Millions more migrant workers, means countries lose ‘most productive part’ of workforce
Dec 06, 2018, at 01:20 pm
New York, Dec 6 (IBNS): A new study launched on Wednesday by the International Labour Organization (ILO) reveals that the number of migrant workers has jumped by millions, leaving some countries without “the most productive part of their workforce.”
Syrian civilians must be protected amid ISIL executions and airstrikes: Bachelet
Dec 06, 2018, at 01:18 pm
New York, Dec 6 (IBNS): Reports that violent extremists in Syria have executed civilians in the east of the war-torn country have been condemned by the UN’s top rights official, Michelle Bachelet.
Trust and support of Iraqis essential for success of UN’s Da’esh terror investigation
Dec 05, 2018, at 09:21 am
New York, Dec 5 (IBNS): Delivering a summary of his first report to the Security Council, Special Adviser and head of the UN Investigative Team for Accountability of Da’esh – the Arabic name for the extremist group ISIL which recently held sway over large parts of Iraq and Syria - said that the team can only be effective if it gains the trust of Iraqi society.
UN expert ‘shocked’ by Egyptian reprisals against human rights defenders she met
Dec 05, 2018, at 09:18 am
New York, Dec 5 (IBNS): A United Nations independent rights expert has condemned Egyptian Government reprisals, which included housing demolitions and arbitrary arrests, against human rights defenders and others she encountered while visiting the country just over a month ago.
UN recognises role of sport in achieving sustainable development
Dec 05, 2018, at 09:08 am
New York, Dec 5 (IBNS): The power of sport to help make sustainable development a reality and, in particular, the 2030 Agenda – the United Nations’ blueprint to transform the world for the benefit of all – has been explicitly recognized by a General Assembly resolution, adopted at UN Headquarters on Monday.
Global aid appeal targets more than 93 million most in need next year
Dec 05, 2018, at 09:05 am
New York, Dec 5 (IBNS): Conflict has pushed tens of millions of people into a situation where they are in urgent need of help, the UN’s relief chief said on Tuesday, in an appeal for funds that could top $25 billion to support life-saving aid projects in over 40 countries next year.
French govt blinks, suspends fuel tax hike for 6 months
Dec 04, 2018, at 08:15 pm
Paris, Dec 4 (IBNS): The French administration has blinked in the face of the Yellow Jacket protests with France Prime Minister Edouard Philippe on Tuesday declaring a roll back of the fuel tax hike that had resulted in violent protests across the country, latest reports said.
Kapoor-Leung duo win inaugural Birmingham International Piano Chamber Music competition
Dec 04, 2018, at 06:40 pm
London, Dec 4 (IBNS): Violinist Usha Kapoor and Royal Birmingham Conservatoire postgraduate student Edward Leung have won the first Birmingham International Piano Chamber Music Competition.
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‘We need to do more’ to transform the world, deputy UN chief tells African audiences
Dec 04, 2018, at 09:20 am
New York, Dec 4 (IBNS): During her current trip to South Africa, Deputy-Secretary-General Amina Mohammed has spoken at several events in Johannesburg, on the importance of the 2030 Agenda for sustainable development - the UN’s blueprint to end extreme poverty, fight injustice, and protect the planet, ensuring that no one is left behind.
Evacuation of wounded Yemenis from rebel-held capital may bolster fresh peace talks
Dec 04, 2018, at 09:12 am
New York, Dec 4 (IBNS): A United Nations chartered aircraft has transported some fifty badly injured Yemenis from the capital Sana’a to hospitals in Muscat, the capital of Oman, for treatment, the UN envoy for the war-torn country has announced.
Persons with disabilities bike towards sustainability
Dec 04, 2018, at 09:09 am
New York, Dec 4 (IBNS): People with disabilities in Ukraine are contributing to the development of a network of environmentally friendly bicycle routes which are helping to protect unique local landscapes.