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UNEP’s 2024 Emissions Gap Report Warns: “No More Hot Air, Please”
- Inter Press Service
COPENHAGEN, Oct 24 2024 (IPS) - The United Nations Environment Programme’s (UNEP) Emissions Gap Report 2024 delivered a stark reminder that the world is still far from meeting its climate commitments.
Between Harris and Trump, More Doubts Than Certainties for Latin America
- Inter Press Service
CARACAS, Oct 24 (IPS) - Migration, trade, the defence of democracy, the confrontation with China and the collapse of multilateralism are issues that shed more doubts than certainties on Latin America's expectations of the imminent presidential elections in the United States.
Israel Escalates Offensives on Lebanon
- Inter Press Service
Oct 24 (IPS) - Attacks on Lebanon over the past two months, as instigated by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have been increasingly indiscriminate. The Disaster Risk Management Unit at the Lebanese Council of Ministers confirmed that the death toll of Lebanese civilians has risen to over 2,530. Furthermore, Israel's hostilities have led to casualties among United Nations (UN) personnel, which has been described as "violations of international law".
Unlocking Urban Climate Finance: Key insights from Indonesia
- Inter Press Service
BANGKOK, Thailand, Oct 24 (IPS) - Over half of Asia-Pacific's population now live in cities. While urbanization brings people closer to opportunities and better services, many urban dwellers are also experiencing the adverse impacts of climate change such as floods, urban heat and infectious diseases. Urban activities are among the major contributors to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Egyptian Parliament Moves to Strengthen Support for People with Disabilities and the Elderly
- Inter Press Service
CAIRO, Oct 24 (IPS) - In a significant move to address the challenges faced by people with disabilities and the elderly, six Egyptian parliamentary committees met in Cairo on October 12 to discuss national strategies and legislative efforts.
Meet The Young Women Arrested for Fighting Corruption in Uganda
- Inter Press Service
KAMPALA, Oct 24 (IPS) - Until recently, Margaret Natabi would never have dreamed of taking her anti-corruption fight on the streets of Uganda's capital, Kampala.
Rights expert calls for ending discriminatory policies and practices in sport
- UN News
The UN Special Rapporteur on cultural rights called on Thursday for States to act now to remove stereotypes in sport and ensure non-discrimination for all those competing.
World News in Brief: Sudan food crisis update, justice in Thailand, UN can solve global problems
- UN News
Sudan’s humanitarian crisis continues to deepen, with ongoing fighting between rival militaries displacing millions.
New UN push to ensure women’s equal participation peace
- UN News
The UN on Thursday launched the “Common Pledge” initiative, designed to bring together mediators, governments, and civil society to ensure the full, equal and meaningful engagement of women in peace processes.
‘Lebanon risks falling off a humanitarian cliff’: UN relief coordinator
- UN News
The UN Deputy Special Coordinator for Lebanon on Thursday urged the international community to push harder for a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah warning that the country is on the brink of a humanitarian collapse.
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