Lebanon Conflict Reaches ‘Critical Point’ with Over 3,000 Confirmed Dead Beirut, November 6, 2024 – The ongoing conflict in Lebanon has reached a critical stage, with over 3,000 confirmed deaths and humanitarian conditions deteriorating rapidly, according to the latest reports. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has issued a grave … Read more
UNESCO Urges More Action to Combat Violence and Bullying at School November 6, 2024 Paris, France UNESCO has issued a new report calling for increased global action to address the widespread issue of school violence and bullying. The report, titled “School Violence and Bullying: A Global Status Report 2024,” provides alarming statistics and insights into … Read more
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Rise in Afghan Opium Cultivation Reflects Economic Hardship, Despite Taliban Ban By: Asia Pacific | November 6, 2024 | 12:00 PM Despite the Taliban’s ban on opium cultivation in Afghanistan, a new report from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has revealed a sharp increase in poppy cultivation in the country. According … Read more
Hongqiao International Economic Forum: Fostering Global Cooperation and Development November 5, 2024 The inaugural Hongqiao International Economic Forum (HIEF) concluded today, fostering global cooperation and fostering a more inclusive and prosperous future. The event, held in Shanghai, brought together business leaders, policymakers, and experts from around the world. Key Highlights of the Forum Global Recovery … Read more
DDG Hill Calls for Strengthened Efforts to Tackle Emerging Challenges at Import Expo 17:00, November 5, 2024 Shanghai, China – Deputy Director-General Alan Wolff of the World Trade Organization (WTO) today addressed the opening ceremony of the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, calling for strengthened efforts to tackle emerging challenges to global trade. … Read more
Intellectual Property Teachers, Researchers: WIPO-WTO Colloquium is Open for Applications November 5, 2024 The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the World Trade Organization (WTO) have announced the opening of applications for the 2024-2025 WIPO-WTO Colloquium. The Colloquium is a unique opportunity for scholars to engage in high-level discussions and research on intellectual property (IP) … Read more
‘Tons of Ideas!’: World Urban Forum in Cairo Hears Calls for Youth-Led Solutions to Urban Challenges Cairo, Egypt – Young people from around the world gathered in Cairo, Egypt, for the 11th World Urban Forum (WUF11) to share their ideas and solutions for addressing the challenges facing cities. The forum, which took place from 28 … Read more
Intolerable conditions in northern Gaza ‘beyond imagination’ Location: Northern Gaza Strip Date: November 5, 2024 Source: Top Stories Summary: The living conditions in northern Gaza have become so dire that they are “beyond imagination,” according to a new report by the United Nations. The report, which was released on Tuesday, found that the area is … Read more
Sudan Launches First Malaria Vaccine in Landmark Child Health Initiative Introduction Sudan has become the first country in Africa to roll out the RTS,S malaria vaccine, marking a significant milestone in the fight against this deadly disease. The vaccine, developed by GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), has the potential to save thousands of lives and protect millions of … Read more