New UN study identifies small fish with 'big role' to play feeding Africa's drylands
Jun 15, 2016, at 01:15 pm
New York, June 15 (Just Earth News):Small, fast growing wild fish could be crucial allies in the race to end hunger in some of the world's most chronically poor and underfed regions, according to a new report by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) on fisheries in the drylands of sub-Saharan Africa.
UNESCO and ICC join forces to end impunity for destruction of cultural heritage
Jun 15, 2016, at 03:35 am
New York, June 14 (Just Earth News):The United Nations cultural agency and International Criminal Court (ICC) are working together in the fight against impunity for deliberate destruction of cultural heritage, which could constitute a war crime.
On World Day, UN health agency calls for rapid increase in voluntary blood donations
Jun 15, 2016, at 03:34 am
New York, June 14 (Just Earth News): On World Blood Donor Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) is calling for a rapid increase in voluntary blood donations in more than half of the countries globally in order to ensure a reliable supply of safe blood for patients whose lives depend on it.
UNICEF warns of growing exploitation risk for refugee and migrant children arriving in Europe
Jun 15, 2016, at 03:33 am
New York, June 14 (Just Earth News):More than nine out of 10 refugee and migrant children arriving in Europe this year through Italy are unaccompanied, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) reported on Tuesday, warning of the growing threats of abuse, exploitation and death that such children are facing.
In wake of mass shooting, UN rights chief urges US to consider robust gun control
Jun 15, 2016, at 03:31 am
New York, June 14 (Just Earth News):In the wake of the mass killing of 49 people by a sole gunman in a gay nightclub in Florida, the United Nations human rights chief on Tuesday urged the leadership of the United States to live up to its obligations to protect its citizens from the “horrifyingly commonplace but preventable violent attacks that are the direct result of insufficient gun control.â€
USA unable to confirm reports of Islamic State leader's death
Jun 15, 2016, at 03:22 am
Washington, June 14 (IBNS): Amid reports, the US on Tuesday could not confirm the death of Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi during a US airstrike.
Orlando shooter visited nightclub several times claim performer
Jun 14, 2016, at 09:55 pm
Orlando (Floriada), Jun 14 (IBNS): As investigations into one of the worst mass shooting in the United States continues, a performer at the Pulse told the media that Omar Mateen had visited the gay nightclub in Orlando more than a dozen times.
Alleged IS leader killed in air strike in Syria
Jun 14, 2016, at 08:29 pm
New Delhi, Jun 14 (IBNS): The Islamic State's alleged leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi has been killed during an air raid by the US-led coalition in Syria, according to media reports.
Alleged ISIS attacker kills police personnel in Paris neighbourhood
Jun 14, 2016, at 05:49 pm
Paris, Jun 14 (IBNS): A French police Commander and his wife were stabbed to death on Monday night allegedly by a person claiming allegiance to the Islamic State (ISIS), which prompted President François Hollande to convene crisis talks, media reported.
Jun 14, 2016, at 12:58 pm
New York, June 14 (Just Earth News):Incidence of cholera has gone down by 90 per cent in Haiti from 2011 to last year, and the United Nations will continue to help the country tackle the root causes of the disease, such as lack of clean water and sanitation services, the deputy head of the UN mission there has said.
General Assembly elects Permanent Representative of Fiji as President of 71st session
Jun 14, 2016, at 12:56 pm
New York, June 14 (Just Earth News):The United Nations General Assembly on Monday elected Peter Thomson, Permanent Representative of Fiji, as President of its upcoming 71st session.
Visiting UN food relief agency, Pope Francis shines spotlight on urgent need to end hunger
Jun 14, 2016, at 12:55 pm
New York, June 14 (Just Earth News):In the first papal visit to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), Pope Francis on Monday gave his full support to the goal of eradicating hunger and paid tribute to the organization’s staff, including those who had lost their lives at work.
Jun 14, 2016, at 12:53 pm
New York, June 14 (Just Earth News):Condemning the shooting that occurred early yesterday morning in Orlando, Florida, in which 50 people were reportedly killed and dozens more were injured, United Nations officials have offered deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those who were murdered while simply enjoying a night out with their friends at a nightclub.
Security Council extends mandate of UN mission in Libya for six months
Jun 14, 2016, at 12:52 pm
New York, June 14 (Just Earth News):The Security Council on Monday decided to extend until 15 December 2016 the mandate of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), encouraging the operation to re-establish a permanent presence in the country through a phased return.
UN rights chief warns of 'preventable calamities' and 'worrying' trends in more than 50 countries
Jun 14, 2016, at 12:51 pm
New York, June 14 (Just Earth News):In a wide-ranging opening speech to the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, the UN rights chief sheds a light on “preventable calamities†and worrying trends around the world, including detailed concerns about the situation in more than 50 countries.
Spotlighting Global Goals, Ban kicks off 100-day countdown to International Day of Peace
Jun 14, 2016, at 12:49 pm
New York, June 14 (Just Earth News):In a kick-off for the 100-day countdown to the International Day of Peace, United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has called on the international community to work together in recognizing that development and peace are interdependent and mutually reinforcing in order to help build a future of peace and prosperity for all.
UN chief condemns 'abhorrent' attack on market in Syria's Idlib city
Jun 14, 2016, at 12:47 pm
New York, June 14 (Just Earth News):Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Monday condemned the abhorrent attack carried out yesterday in Idlib city, Syria, which hit a vegetable market and the only bakery in the area.
Projected Global Resettlement Needs 2017
Jun 14, 2016, at 03:49 am
New York, June 13 (Just Earth News):On his first visit to Kenya, the chief of the United Nations refugee agency received assurances from the African country that the return of refugees to Somalia would not contravene international obligations.
UN refugee agency projects resettlement needs at 1.19 million in 2017
Jun 14, 2016, at 03:47 am
New York, June 13 (Just Earth News):With a multitude of conflicts and crises causing record displacement around the world, more than 1.19 million people are projected to be in need of resettlement in 2017, the UN refugee agency said on Monday.
On Albinism Awareness Day, Ban urges all countries to break cycle of attacks and discrimination
Jun 14, 2016, at 03:46 am
New York, June 13 (Just Earth News):United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Monday called on all countries to end the discrimination that threatens the well being, health and even the lives of people with albinism, and to provide programmes that will enable them to play a full part in society.
Orlando nightclub firing: Trump calls US leadership weak and ineffective
Jun 13, 2016, at 06:45 pm
Orlando (Florida), June 13 (IBNS) While the families of the people injured or killed were trying to come to grips with the horror unleashed at the gay nightclub in Orlando city of Florida, US presidential nominee Donald Trump tweeted about his views on radical Islam and even said President should step down.
Explosion rocks Beirut, 2 injured
Jun 13, 2016, at 03:19 pm
Beirut , June 13 (ibns): An explosion rocked Lebanon's capital city of Beirut which left at least 2 people injured, media reports said on Monday.
Ban condemns 'horrific attack' in Orlando, Florida
Jun 13, 2016, at 01:10 pm
New York, June 13 (Just Earth News): United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon condemned an attack that occurred early this morning in Orlando, Florida, in which 50 people were killed and dozens more were injured.
Haiti: UN envoy urges political actors to maintain constructive approach ahead of National Assembly
Jun 13, 2016, at 01:08 pm
New York, June 12 (Just Earth News): The Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Haiti has urged all Haitian actors to maintain a constructive approach in the country's electoral process.
Marking World Day, UN stresses need for coherent policies to end child labour
Jun 13, 2016, at 04:20 am
New York, June 12 (Just Earth News): With some 168 million children working in various sectors globally, the fight against child labour requires coherent policy packages to support legislation focused on quality education, social protection and decent jobs for parents, the United Nations International Labour Organization (ILO) said on Sunday.
End child labour in supply chains: It’s everyone’s business, says ILO
Jun 13, 2016, at 03:39 am
Geneva, June 12 (Just Earth News):That child labour has no place in well-functioning and well-regulated markets is evident. But the reality is that today, child labour remains widespread in supply chains.
50 killed in Florida Pulse gay club attack
Jun 13, 2016, at 01:59 am
Orlando, June 12 (IBNS) At least 50 people were killed during the shooting at a gay nightclub in Orlando city of Florida, officials said on Sunday.
Florida Pulse gay club attack: 20 killed
Jun 12, 2016, at 11:56 pm
Orlando, June 12 (IBNS): At least 20 people were killed on Sunday morning as a gunman, who was wielding an assault-type rifle and a handgun, took hostages and opened fire inside a gay nightclub in Orlando city of Florida, the police said.
China: Explosion hits Shanghai airport, three injured
Jun 12, 2016, at 08:52 pm
Shanghai, June 12 (IBNS) An explosion at Shanghai Pudong International Airport in China has left three people injured on Sunday, media reports said.
Florida Pulse gay club attacked, several taken hostage
Jun 12, 2016, at 08:09 pm
Florida, Jun 12 (IBNS): A good number of people have been taken hostage while some were shot at on Sunday morning at a gay nightclub in Orlando city of Florida, media reports said.