Humanitarian Aid,Ukraine’s nuclear security situation ‘highly challenging’, warns UN atomic watchdog

Ukraine’s Nuclear Security Situation ‘Highly Challenging’, Warns UN Atomic Watchdog November 7, 2024 The United Nations’ nuclear watchdog has expressed deep concern over the “highly challenging” nuclear security situation in Ukraine, following the ongoing conflict with Russia. In a statement issued on Monday, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said that it has been monitoring … Read more

Europe,Ukraine’s nuclear security situation ‘highly challenging’, warns UN atomic watchdog

Ukraine’s Nuclear Security Situation ‘Highly Challenging’, Warns UN Atomic Watchdog November 7, 2024 Lviv, Ukraine – The United Nations’ atomic watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has expressed grave concerns over the nuclear security situation in Ukraine, citing the ongoing conflict and Russian military activity near Ukrainian nuclear facilities. In a report released today, … Read more

Economic Development,Rebuilding beyond bricks: World Urban Forum focuses on housing, community support in war-torn cities

Rebuilding beyond Bricks: World Urban Forum Focuses on Housing, Community Support in War-Torn Cities November 7, 2024 Abu Dhabi, UAE – The World Urban Forum (WUF), under the theme “Transforming Our Cities for a Better Urban Future,” addressed the urgent need to rebuild war-torn cities with a focus on housing and community support. The conference … Read more

Economic Development,Looming famine in Rakhine signals wider crisis in Myanmar

Looming famine in Rakhine signals wider crisis in Myanmar November 7, 2024 By: Economic Development A looming famine in Myanmar’s Rakhine state is a stark reminder of the wider crisis engulfing the country. The conflict between the military and ethnic armed groups has displaced hundreds of thousands of people, disrupted livelihoods, and destroyed infrastructure. According … Read more

Climate Change,Record heat persists as WMO calls for urgent services and investment boost

Record Heat Persists as WMO Calls for Urgent Services and Investment Boost November 7, 2024 The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued a stark warning as record-breaking heat continues to grip the planet. The organization’s latest report, “State of the Climate,” reveals that the past eight years have been the warmest on record, with 2023 … Read more

Africa,South Sudan: Postponing long-awaited elections ‘a regrettable development’

South Sudan: Postponing long-awaited elections ‘a regrettable development’ 2024-11-07 12:00 The decision by South Sudan’s government to postpone long-awaited elections scheduled for December 2024 has been met with disappointment and concern by the international community. The United Nations, the African Union, and the United States have all expressed regret at the delay, calling for the … Read more

WTO,China initiates dispute complaint regarding EU definitive duties on electric vehicles

China Initiates WTO Dispute Complaint Regarding EU Definitive Duties on Electric Vehicles Geneva, 6 November 2024 – China has initiated a dispute complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO) against the European Union’s (EU) definitive anti-dumping duties on electric vehicles (EVs) from China. The complaint, filed on 6 November 2024, alleges that the EU’s measures … Read more

Top Stories,Displacement crisis reaches 123 million, amid ongoing conflicts

Displacement Crisis Reaches 123 Million, Amid Ongoing Conflicts November 6, 2024 Introduction The global displacement crisis has reached an alarming milestone, with the number of internally displaced persons (IDPs) and refugees now exceeding 123 million, according to a new report released by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). The crisis, driven by ongoing … Read more