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SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

U.S. withdraws from U.N. LGBTQ+ and intersex group

The U.S. has withdrawn from the U.N. LGBTI Core Group, impacting global LGBTQ+ rights support.
US news
fromAdvocate.com
4 months ago

The Trump U.N. vote siding with Russia throws U.S. support for democracy into the trash heap of history

The U.S. has broken from its bipartisan foreign policy by siding with Russia against a resolution condemning its war, undermining democracy and human rights.
fromTruthout
13 hours ago
US politics

UN Expert Exposes Dozens of Companies Complicit in Israel's Genocide, Apartheid in Palestine

SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

U.S. withdraws from U.N. LGBTQ+ and intersex group

The U.S. has withdrawn from the U.N. LGBTI Core Group, impacting global LGBTQ+ rights support.
US news
fromAdvocate.com
4 months ago

The Trump U.N. vote siding with Russia throws U.S. support for democracy into the trash heap of history

The U.S. has broken from its bipartisan foreign policy by siding with Russia against a resolution condemning its war, undermining democracy and human rights.
fromTruthout
13 hours ago
US politics

UN Expert Exposes Dozens of Companies Complicit in Israel's Genocide, Apartheid in Palestine

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fromwww.dw.com
21 hours ago

Pakistan takes on presidency of UN Security Council DW 07/01/2025

Pakistan is going to assume the presidency of the United Nations Security Council at a time of global tumult marked by growing instability, escalating conflicts, complex geopolitical and geostrategic landscape, and serious threats to international peace and security.
World politics
#development-aid
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#international-relations
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.esquire.com
4 months ago

U.S. and Russia Voted Against UN Assembly to Condemn RussiaUkraine War

The U.S. voted against a U.N. resolution condemning Russia, showcasing a significant shift in foreign policy under the Trump administration.
World politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

UN pushes awful green deal policies while also spreading eco lies

The UN is prioritizing specific climate action policies over open debate, potentially disregarding diverse perspectives.
The UN's new initiative reflects a troubling trend of promoting propaganda rather than fostering open discussions.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

DR Congo: UNSC calls on Rwandan troops to leave DW 02/22/2025

The UN Security Council condemned Rwanda's support of the M23 rebel group and demanded their withdrawal from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.esquire.com
4 months ago

U.S. and Russia Voted Against UN Assembly to Condemn RussiaUkraine War

The U.S. voted against a U.N. resolution condemning Russia, showcasing a significant shift in foreign policy under the Trump administration.
World politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

UN pushes awful green deal policies while also spreading eco lies

The UN is prioritizing specific climate action policies over open debate, potentially disregarding diverse perspectives.
The UN's new initiative reflects a troubling trend of promoting propaganda rather than fostering open discussions.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

DR Congo: UNSC calls on Rwandan troops to leave DW 02/22/2025

The UN Security Council condemned Rwanda's support of the M23 rebel group and demanded their withdrawal from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
more#international-relations
#gaza
World news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

UN says no aid that has entered Gaza this week has reached Palestinians

The U.N. aims to deliver aid in Gaza amidst delays and fears of looting, while Israel prepares a controversial new aid system.
Healthcare
fromtime.com
1 month ago

UN Warns 14,000 Babies in Gaza Could Die Within Days Without Immediate Aid as Humanitarian Trucks Arrive

Immediate food and medical aid is critical to save thousands of newborns in Gaza facing death due to severe shortages.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

UN, aid groups slam US-Israel-backed initiative after deadly rush in Gaza

UN describes the aid distribution incident in Gaza as heartbreaking, emphasizing the need for safe and principled humanitarian aid delivery.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

U.S. presses reluctant U.N., allies to support Israel's Gaza aid plan

The Trump administration urges support for a controlled humanitarian plan for Gaza, facing significant opposition from the UN and aid organizations.
World news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

UN says no aid that has entered Gaza this week has reached Palestinians

The U.N. aims to deliver aid in Gaza amidst delays and fears of looting, while Israel prepares a controversial new aid system.
Healthcare
fromtime.com
1 month ago

UN Warns 14,000 Babies in Gaza Could Die Within Days Without Immediate Aid as Humanitarian Trucks Arrive

Immediate food and medical aid is critical to save thousands of newborns in Gaza facing death due to severe shortages.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

UN, aid groups slam US-Israel-backed initiative after deadly rush in Gaza

UN describes the aid distribution incident in Gaza as heartbreaking, emphasizing the need for safe and principled humanitarian aid delivery.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

U.S. presses reluctant U.N., allies to support Israel's Gaza aid plan

The Trump administration urges support for a controlled humanitarian plan for Gaza, facing significant opposition from the UN and aid organizations.
more#gaza
#climate-change
US news
fromNature
4 months ago

Trump officials bar US climate team from global talks

The U.S. has blocked its participation in vital UN climate assessments, significantly impacting international climate efforts.
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

What Can the World's Top Court Do About Climate Change?

The International Court of Justice is addressing climate protection through international law, examining accountability for big polluters in the context of climate change.
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

U.N. Ocean Conference opens in France as U.S. government scientists stay away

World leaders emphasize the urgent need for actions to combat ocean health issues.
US news
fromNature
4 months ago

Trump officials bar US climate team from global talks

The U.S. has blocked its participation in vital UN climate assessments, significantly impacting international climate efforts.
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

What Can the World's Top Court Do About Climate Change?

The International Court of Justice is addressing climate protection through international law, examining accountability for big polluters in the context of climate change.
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

U.N. Ocean Conference opens in France as U.S. government scientists stay away

World leaders emphasize the urgent need for actions to combat ocean health issues.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Dozens of bodies found in militia-run sites in Libya's Tripoli; UN alarmed

Our worst-held fears are being confirmed: dozens of bodies have been discovered at these sites, along with the discovery of suspected instruments of torture and abuse, and potential evidence of extrajudicial killings, Turk said in a statement.
UK news
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Private Sean Rooney's mother to sue UN over his death in Lebanon

The mother of Private Seán Rooney has received permission from the High Court to proceed with a lawsuit against the United Nations for her son's death.
UK news
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan placed on leave amid sexual misconduct investigation

Karim Khan has stepped aside amid sexual misconduct allegations as the ICC faces pressure and a U.N. investigation concludes.
#israel
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

A Deep Den of Anti-Semitism!' Trump's U.N. Ambassador Rails Against the U.N.

Elise Stefanik criticized the United Nations for its anti-American and anti-Israel stance, emphasizing a commitment to ending funding for organizations fueling hatred.
SF politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Senate Republicans push to defund entities that grant Palestinian Liberation Organization special privileges

The new bill seeks to cut funding to international organizations that grant privileges to the Palestinian Liberation Organization beyond observer status.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

A Deep Den of Anti-Semitism!' Trump's U.N. Ambassador Rails Against the U.N.

Elise Stefanik criticized the United Nations for its anti-American and anti-Israel stance, emphasizing a commitment to ending funding for organizations fueling hatred.
SF politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Senate Republicans push to defund entities that grant Palestinian Liberation Organization special privileges

The new bill seeks to cut funding to international organizations that grant privileges to the Palestinian Liberation Organization beyond observer status.
more#israel
#humanitarian-aid
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World politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Guterres warns India, Pakistan against 'tragic consequences' DW 04/30/2025

UN Secretary-General Guterres stresses the need for de-escalation between India and Pakistan to avoid potential catastrophic confrontations.
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

Elise Stefanik Will Stay In Congress, Forgoing U.N. Nomination

Elise Stefanik will remain in Congress rather than accept a UN ambassador nomination, highlighting the importance of her role in maintaining GOP control.
#humanitarian-crisis
UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Trump Foreign Aid Cuts Threaten Refugees' Survival: People Will Die'

Over a million people in the world's largest refugee camp face severe food shortages due to humanitarian aid cuts.
UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Trump Foreign Aid Cuts Threaten Refugees' Survival: People Will Die'

Over a million people in the world's largest refugee camp face severe food shortages due to humanitarian aid cuts.
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Arts
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Can you look at these 9 photos and not smile on International Day of Happiness?

International Day of Happiness emphasizes happiness as a fundamental human goal celebrated on March 20 annually.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Zimbabwe battles aid shortages as drought bites DW 03/05/2025

Drought-prone communities in Zimbabwe face dire prospects as aid cuts from the US threaten their survival and food aid reliance.
US news
fromeuronews
3 months ago

Japan skips UN nuclear arms conference to avoid 'wrong message'

Japan's decision to avoid the UN nuclear treaty conference aligns with its reliance on US nuclear deterrence.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

Russia-Ukraine war: How the US position has changed on UN resolutions

The US's recent vote against a UN resolution condemning Russia marks a significant shift in its Ukraine policy under the Trump administration.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

UN general assembly backs resolution condemning Russia for Ukraine war

UN assembly supports EU-Ukrainian resolution condemning Russia, marking a significant shift in geopolitics.
Trump's actions reveal a growing divide between U.S. and European leaders on Russia.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

More than $50bn needed to rebuild Gaza after Israel's war on enclave

Gaza requires $53.2 billion for reconstruction over the next decade following war damage.
Housing suffered the most destruction in Gaza's recent conflict, necessitating substantial funds.
A coalition of diverse donors is critical for effective recovery and reconstruction efforts.
#m23-rebels
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fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

An Installation That May Give Way to a Casino

Michael Hershman, chairman of the Soloviev Group, is spearheading an installation, 'Path of Liberty,' celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with giant displays.
Digital life
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