Category: World

In short, countries must start curbing emissions immediately, according to the UN Emissions Gap Report 2024. “Climate crunch time is here,” said UNEP Executive Director Inger Andersen. “We need global mobilisation on a scale and pace never seen before, starting right now before the next round of climate pledges.” If not, she warned, the 1.5°C […]

The meetings of the BRICS group in Kazan in Russia has showcased how strong the emerging alliance of non-Western countries is becoming. Russian President Vladimir Putin “proposed to discuss the idea of creating BRICS’ own platform that would help to unlock the potential of the growing economies of the association’s member states,” Russian state media […]

On UN day, I want to start by recalling that last month my Prime Minister gave a clear recommitment to the United Nations, to the rule of law, and to the need to work together for peace, progress and equality.  And empowering women and girls is a vital part of this. Addressing structural gender inequality […]

  The #ErasmusDays are an international celebration of the Erasmus+ programme, taking place from 14 to 19 October 2024.   During these days, everyone is invited to organise or participate in events that celebrate the projects and opportunities proposed by Erasmus+. Open to students, teachers, trainers, professionals, and all citizens, the #ErasmusDays promote the numerous benefits […]

“It is imperative to stop the polio outbreak in Gaza before more children are paralysed and the virus spreads,” said Louise Wateridge, spokesperson for the UN agency for Palestine refugees, UNRWA. “The vaccination campaign must be facilitated in the north through the implementation of humanitarian pauses.” To interrupt transmission, at least 90 per cent of […]

Russian President Vladimir Putin told BRICS leaders on Thursday that the Middle East was on the brink of a full-scale war after a sharp rise in tension between Israel and Iran, though the Kremlin chief also faced calls to end the war in Ukraine. The BRICS summit, attended by more than 20 leaders, including Chinese […]

May I start by thanking President Salam for his leadership during what has been an exceptionally busy period for the Court. As today’s report highlights, the past year has seen a significant increase in the number of States involved in both contentious and advisory proceedings.   And I would like on behalf of the United Kingdom […]

  In today’s complex digital and media landscape, citizens must become more resilient against disinformation. This is where media literacy can help, by enhancing critical thinking and helping citizens better navigate information, especially online, and identify and counter disinformation. Between 24 and 31 October, we mark Global Media and Information Literacy week, an occasion to raise […]

A young mother, who killed her newborn baby by placing her in a cereal box shortly after birth and concealing the box in a suitcase, has been convicted of murder.  Jia Xin Teo Jia Xin Teo, 22, of Raglan Street, Coventry was convicted today (24 October 2024) at Warwick Crown Court of one count of […]

Norwich Research Park (NRP) and Vengrove have confirmed details of a long-term partnership that will see the construction of new laboratory and office accommodation at the internationally renowned research park. One of five UK research and innovation campuses funded by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council, NRP is one of the largest single-site concentrations […]