Human rights experts: Humanity facing ‘unprecedented global toxic emergency’

The consequences of poor chemicals and waste management worldwide are fuelling an “unprecedented global toxic emergency”, independent UN human rights experts have warned, ahead of a major summit next week.

We must work together to reign in ‘toxic and destructive’ hate speech

With hate spreading lightning fast on social media and “mega spreaders” using divisive rhetoric to inspire thousands, the United Nations is calling for concerted global efforts to combat hate speech.