With nearly 14,000 attendees registered for the Second World Summit for Social Development, currently underway in Doha, the gathering has become a meeting place for governments, global organizations and community voices working to shape what a fairer future might look like. UN News is on the ground in Doha, following two major events held alongside […]
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Summary: Taoiseach Micheál Martin is attending the COP30 Leaders’ Summit in Belém, Brazil, where he is reaffirming Ireland’s commitment to global climate action. His two-day visit includes delivering Ireland’s national statement, endorsing a major rainforest protection initiative, and engaging in high-level discussions on shared climate challenges. Ireland’s Role at COP30 The summit, hosted in the […]
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According to a new report by the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) released on Thursday, 10,200 hectares were under opium cultivation this year, down from 12,800 hectares in 2024 and far below the 232,000 hectares recorded before the ban. Production of the drug dropped even more steeply, falling by almost a third to […]
Continue ReadingOn track to meet 2030 targets The report shows that in 2024 the EU has made further progress in cutting net greenhouse gas emissions, with a 2.5% reduction compared to the previous year. This puts the EU on track to achieve its 2030 emission reduction target of a 55% decrease compared to 1990 levels, provided […]
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Summary: Speaking at the opening of the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, Qatar, UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivered a powerful indictment of global inequality, declaring it “intolerable” that nearly four billion people remain without access to any form of social protection. His remarks set the tone for a summit focused on inclusive […]
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Summary: Qatar Airways has sold its entire 9.6% stake in Cathay Pacific Airways for approximately $897 million, marking a complete exit from its eight-year investment in Hong Kong’s flagship carrier. The transaction, executed through a share buyback by Cathay, reflects a strategic portfolio shift by the Gulf airline and underscores Cathay’s efforts to consolidate ownership […]
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“We are deeply alarmed by mounting reports of grave violations against civilians,” M. Haq said, citing accounts of “executions, sexual violence, humiliation, extortion and attacks” following the capture of El Fasher, the state capital, by the Rapid Support Forces militia last week. According to the UN migration agency, IOM, nearly 82,000 people have fled El […]
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Summary: Kimberly-Clark has announced a landmark agreement to acquire consumer health giant Kenvue, the maker of Tylenol, Band-Aid, and Benadryl, in a $48.7 billion cash-and-stock deal. The transaction, approved by both companies’ boards, is expected to close in the second half of 2026, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals CNBC CBS News. Strategic Merger of Consumer […]
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Summary: The UK Government has announced a major reform to the national curriculum, committing to integrate climate change and sustainability education across primary and secondary schools. The move follows the Curriculum and Assessment Review led by Professor Becky Francis, which identified critical gaps in scientific understanding and environmental awareness among students. Curriculum Reform Highlights Responding […]
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Summary: At a dazzling ceremony held at the Museum of Tomorrow in Rio de Janeiro, the 2025 Earthshot Prize honoured five pioneering initiatives from around the world. Each winner will receive £1 million to scale their transformative solutions aimed at repairing the planet. The 2025 Earthshot Prize Winners A Global Celebration of Innovation The awards […]
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