UN chief hails ‘peacemaker, human rights champion’, former President Jimmy Carter Published: 2024-12-30 12:00 United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has hailed former US President Jimmy Carter as a “peacemaker, human rights champion and tireless advocate for the world’s most vulnerable people”. In a statement released on Sunday, Guterres said that Carter had “dedicated his life … Read more
The Inspiring Female Engineer Breathing New Life into Yemen’s Ancient Capital Sana’a, Yemen – December 30, 2024 In the heart of Yemen’s ancient capital, amidst the crumbling walls of centuries-old buildings, a young female engineer is emerging as a beacon of hope. Huda Al-Sufi, a 26-year-old civil engineer, is leading the ambitious task of revitalizing … Read more
UN Chief Hails ‘Peacemaker, Human Rights Champion’, Former President Jimmy Carter December 30, 2024 United Nations, New York – United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has paid tribute to former US President Jimmy Carter, describing him as a “peacemaker” and “human rights champion.” Carter, 99, passed away peacefully at his home in Plains, Georgia, on Saturday … Read more
In New Year’s Message, Guterres Urges Countries to Drastically Slash Emissions and ‘Exit This Road to Ruin’ December 30, 2024 United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has issued a stark warning in his New Year’s message, calling on countries to drastically slash emissions and “exit this road to ruin.” “The climate emergency is the defining issue … Read more
Agriculture Awards Grants for the Second Period of 2024 to Promote Traditional Mountain Livestock Practices Andorra la Vella, Andorra – The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Sustainable Development has announced the awarding of grants for the second period of 2024 to promote traditional mountain livestock practices and preserve the natural and cultural heritage of the … Read more
UK Continues to Step Up for Ukraine as New Funding Announced to Bring War Criminals to Justice December 29, 2024 The UK Government has announced a significant increase in funding to support the Ukrainian war crimes tribunal, demonstrating its unwavering commitment to ensuring that those responsible for atrocities in Ukraine are held accountable. The new … Read more
Joint Efforts for Enhanced Security: 11,000 Cameras at Train Stations – Number of Crimes Solved by Federal Police Triples (Berlin, December 29, 2024) – The German Federal Police (Bundespolizei) is significantly expanding the video surveillance at train stations nationwide. By the end of 2024, a total of 11,000 cameras will be installed, almost three times … Read more
Press Release: Together for more security: 11,000 cameras at railway stations – Number of crimes detected by the Federal Police has tripled Berlin, 29 December 2024 – At a press conference today, Federal Interior Minister Nancy Faeser presented the latest figures on crime detection at railway stations. According to the figures, the number of crimes … Read more
Statement from President Joe Biden on the Plane Crash in the Republic of Korea December 29, 2024 Today, I extend my deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those who perished in the tragic plane crash in the Republic of Korea. This heartbreaking loss of life has touched the hearts of people around … Read more
Statement by President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden on the Passing of Former President Jimmy Carter December 29, 2024 We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former President Jimmy Carter, a man of great faith, integrity, and unwavering commitment to justice and peace. President Carter led our nation with wisdom, … Read more