Thousands prevented from returning home to southern Lebanon
Independent human rights experts, appointed by the UN Human Rights Council, warned on Wednesday that civilians are paying a “devastating and disproportionate toll,” with homes destroyed, entire towns cut off and…
World News in Brief: Aid for Ukraine, drone attacks in Sudan, DR Congo deaths, neurological disorders in the Americas
The UN’s office in Ukraine announced on Wednesday that its partners are seeking $358.4 million to provide heating assistance, shelter repairs, health care, protection and food and cash assistance to Ukrainians…
Deadly Afghanistan floods kill at least 26 as aid agencies race to reach survivors
The flooding, triggered by heavy rainfall on 20 July, also claimed the lives of three Afghan refugees at a returnee transit camp near the Torkham border crossing with Pakistan, while…
Nicaragua continues to weaken political freedoms, UN warns
Mr. Ortega said on Sunday that the country would no longer hold elections, which were scheduled for next year. In his statement, the High Commissioner did not directly address the threat…
Security Council LIVE: Can critical minerals fuel peace and prosperity instead of conflict?
The Security Council is meeting now in New York to debate critical minerals — the lithium, cobalt and copper powering the clean energy transition. Demand is set to triple by…
From lithium to nickel: How the UN is helping countries make the most of critical minerals
Digging them out of the ground may be the most straightforward part of the process. Around the world, the United Nations is helping countries make sure these valuable resources create decent…
David Warner Pleads Guilty To Drink Driving, Faces Prospect Of 9-Month Jail Term
File photo of David Warner© Getty Images Former Australian opener David Warner on Wednesday pleaded guilty to a drink driving charge and faced the prospect of a nine-month jail term…
Why Do Hotels Make You Sign A Legal Form Before Packing Leftover Food?
You paid for the food, so why do you have to sign a legal form to take it home? It has happened to all of us. We order a delicious…
‘Involving Family Is So Low’: British Outlet Under Fire For Targetting Lionel Messi
An article criticising Lionel Messi, published by the British media outlet The Daily Mail, has received immense backlash following Argentina's defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.…
Costco Croissant Viral Video Sparks Debate: Do Cafes Lie About Food Being House-Made?
A viral social media video has reignited an uncomfortable question for diners everywhere: when a cafe or restaurant claims a food item is freshly made in-house, is it always telling…
