UN condemns ‘abhorrent’ terrorist attacks in Pakistan
A further 70 people were injured in Friday’s attacks at the Hangu mosque in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and at a religious procession in Mastung, Balochistan. “It is particularly abhorrent that the…
New UN framework to protect environment from harmful chemicals
Agreed at the fifth International Conference on Chemicals Management (ICCM5), in Bonn, Germany, the Global Framework on Chemicals sets concrete targets and guidelines across the lifecycle of chemicals. Inger Andersen,…
Protecting older persons’ rights benefit everyone: UN chief
In a message commemorating Sunday’s International Day of Older Persons, the UN chief underscored the pervasive issue of ageism in society and the vulnerability of older persons in the face…
Tupac Shakur: Sister calls new murder charge ‘pivotal moment’
The rapper’s family welcome news that a former gang leader has been charged with his murder. Source link
First Person: From Afghan refugee to Ukraine aid worker
Having previously endured conflict in Afghanistan, Ali comprehended the far-reaching implications of large-scale military actions on the lives of civilians. Immediately after the start of the Ukraine war, Ali and…
Slovaks vote between pro-Russian ex-PM and pro-Western liberals
Voting has begun in a closely contested election with support for Ukraine’s defence against Russia’s invasion a key focal point. Slovaks are voting in a closely contested parliamentary election between…
New York City: State of emergency declared over flash flooding
Subways were inundated and people were urged “never attempt to travel on flooded roads”. Source link
US concerned by large Serbian military mobilisation near Kosovo
United States urges Belgrade to stand down after deployment of Serbian tanks and artillery near Kosovo border. The United States has urged Belgrade to pull its forces back from the…
Six dead and 15 trapped in Zimbabwe gold mine collapse
Rescue efforts are under way to reach those who became trapped when a shaft at a gold mine collapsed. Source link
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 584
As the war enters its 584th day, these are the main developments. Here is the situation on Saturday, September 30, 2023. Fighting NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said on a…