Author: Solomon Alaka

Independent experts alarmed by child rights violations in US immigration procedures

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Thousands of children remain in custody without access to legal counsel; a situation the experts warn is forcing minors to navigate complex immigration proceedings alone and undermining their fundamental rights.   The three Special Rapporteurs, appointed by the UN Human Rights Council, said they are in contact with the US Government on the issue.  Duty to care  They explained that under the 2008 Trafficking Victims […]

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Will AI kickstart a new age of nuclear power?

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The global demand for electricity is growing at a vertiginous rate. By 2035, it is expected that it will increase by more than 10,000 terawatt-hours, equivalent to the total consumption of all advanced economies today. The rise of artificial intelligence has a large part to play: AI technology is powered by data centres and the […]

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Eighty years at the heart of global development

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Established in 1945 under the UN Charter, the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) was designed to ensure that peace and security would be backed by economic stability, social progress and international cooperation. Eight decades after its first meeting in London in early 1946, ECOSOC remains a central – if often working out of the spotlight […]

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OpenAI Launches ChatGPT App Store, Opening New Era for AI‑Powered Apps

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OpenAI has officially launched a built‑in App Store for ChatGPT, marking one of the platform’s most significant evolutions since its debut. The new marketplace—referred to as the ChatGPT App Directory—allows developers to publish third‑party integrations directly inside the chatbot, transforming ChatGPT from a conversational AI into a full‑scale app ecosystem. The rollout enables hundreds of […]

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EU Leaders Approve €90 Billion Ukraine Loan as Hungary, Slovakia and Czech Republic Opt Out

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European Union leaders have endorsed a landmark €90 billion financial support package for Ukraine, moving ahead despite open dissent from Hungary, Slovakia and the Czech Republic. The agreement, finalised at a Brussels summit, will provide Kyiv with large‑scale macro‑financial assistance across 2026–2027, funded through EU‑backed borrowing on capital markets. The package is designed to help Ukraine […]

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LIVE: Security Council meets on Somalia, Iran

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The Security Council convenes today for a packed agenda. At 10 am, members are set to vote on a draft resolution extending the mandate of the African Union support mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), which supports Somali authorities in stabilisation efforts and the fight against armed groups. The Council will then hear a briefing on Iran […]

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EU steps up efforts to boost the efficiency of humanitarian aid through the strategic supply chain

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Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness and Crisis Management, Hadja Lahbib participated in the Humanitarian Leadership Group on Supply Chain Conference and welcomed the agreement reached by participants to continue working towards a shared vision for a more interoperable and collaborative system to deliver humanitarian aid.  Commissioner Lahbib reiterated the determination to work closely with partners to promote […]

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Invest in healthcare systems to improve Europeans’ health and prosperity, report finds

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  Non-communicable diseases, such as diabetes or cancer, cause most of the preventable illnesses and deaths in the EU. They are increasingly affecting younger people, with more children becoming inactive and obese. A new report on the state of health in the EU identifies addressing this concern as a critical area for improvement.   More […]

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EU launches emergency air bridge to deliver aid into Darfur

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A total of 8 flights will bring life-saving supplies into Darfur, as mass atrocities, starvation, and displacement linked to the conflict in Sudan have left millions in need of humanitarian assistance. The first flight delivered around 100 tonnes of aid from EU humanitarian stockpiles and partner organisations last Friday, 12 December. Further flights will continue […]

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Commission proposes new measures to improve health and the healthcare sector

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The European Commission has put forward a raft of new measures that will improve the health of Europeans and contribute to a more modern, efficient, and resilient healthcare sector in the EU.  The proposals focus on three main areas.  Building a world-leading health biotech industry The Commission has proposed a biotech act to support innovation and […]

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