The annual UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) meets to address the widespread inequalities, violence and discrimination women continue to face around the world. This year, the commission will gather at UN Headquarters in New York from 10 to 21 March. Here are five things you need to know: 1. 80 years of […]
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“With 21 civilians reported killed, 7 March was one of the deadliest days for civilians in Ukraine so far this year,” UN mission chief Danielle Bell said Russian’s full-scale invasion in February 2022 has killed thousands and left millions displaced by the ongoing war. The UN monitoring mission said all the civilian deaths and 79 […]
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A surprise strike at Hamburg Airport on Sunday led to the cancellation of nearly 300 flights, disrupting travel plans for more than 40,000 passengers. The walkout, which was not announced in advance, involved airport ground handlers and occurred ahead of planned larger strikes across Germany on Monday. Verdi, the German trade union representing public sector […]
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The crisis is being exacerbated by the expected early arrival of the lean season – the period between harvests when hunger peaks. Chronic hunger is being driven by conflict, displacement, economic instability and severe climate shocks, WFP said, with devastating floods in 2024 affecting over six million people across West Africa. Funding shortfalls will force […]
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In a significant leap for California’s economy and its climate goals, Pacific Steel Group has officially broken ground on the Mojave Micro Mill, marking the first new steel mill to be built in the state in over five decades. This innovative facility, located in Kern County, is poised to transform the steel industry with its […]
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“Over 63,000 people now have crossed into the country, Burundi, fleeing atrocities, deadly conflict in parts of eastern DR Congo,” said Faith Kasina, UNHCR Regional Spokesperson for East and Horn of Africa and Great Lakes. Amid the largest influx of refugees Burundi has seen in decades because of the hostilities in eastern DRC’s mineral-rich region, […]
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The situation in Sudan’s Abu Shouk camp has reached catastrophic levels as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) continue to shell the overcrowded displacement camp, home to nearly half a million people, despite the growing humanitarian crisis. On March 5, RSF artillery struck the camp, further damaging vital infrastructure, including medical facilities, water sources, and shelters. […]
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On Thursday, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) rejected Călin Georgescu’s appeal to overturn Romania’s Constitutional Court’s annulment of the 2024 presidential election. Georgescu, a pro-Russian, ultra-nationalist candidate, had contested the court’s decision, arguing it violated his right to a fair election and undermined his political participation. Georgescu’s complaint, submitted in December 2024, claimed […]
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AI is revolutionizing workplace inclusivity by breaking down barriers and ensuring that every employee, regardless of ability or background, has the tools to succeed. In today’s competitive environment, businesses that prioritize inclusivity are better positioned to drive innovation, improve efficiency, and foster a thriving culture. AI-driven tools are at the forefront of this transformation, creating […]
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Parents in Cork, Ireland are staging a protest today over the shortage of special education school placements for children with special needs. An estimated 94 children in Cork are without a school place for the upcoming school year, despite the growing demand for specialized support. The march, organized by Nicole Hosford, will begin at Cork […]
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