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UN experts cast blame on Rwanda and Uganda. What are they doing in DRC?

Kigali commands M23 rebels, while Uganda has increased its military presence in the DRC, contributing to a complex crisis that includes widespread human rights violations.

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#violence-against-women

Women in technology

fromwww.bostonherald.com

Women's rights are under attack 30 years after leaders adopted a blueprint for equality, UN says

Women's and girls' rights face significant challenges despite some advancements, as gender discrimination and violence remain pervasive globally.

fromAdvocate.com

Social justice

UN draft report uses pseudoscience to claim gender dysphoria is 'socially contagious'

Women in technology

fromwww.bostonherald.com

Women's rights are under attack 30 years after leaders adopted a blueprint for equality, UN says

Women's and girls' rights face significant challenges despite some advancements, as gender discrimination and violence remain pervasive globally.

fromAdvocate.com

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Social justice

UN draft report uses pseudoscience to claim gender dysphoria is 'socially contagious'

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UN draft report claims gender dysphoria is 'socially contagious'

A preliminary UN report claims there is an international effort to erase women and denies their recognition in law and society. It highlights a need for targeted protection.

Women

Gaza Facing "Critical Risk of Famine," UN-Backed Experts Warn in Third Month of Full Israeli Blockade

The Gaza Strip faces critical famine risk, with 500,000 Palestinians experiencing catastrophic hunger due to a humanitarian aid blockade.

World news

UN warns of starvation in hunger hotspots'

World news

People waiting for aid among dozens reported killed by Israeli forces in Gaza Middle East crisis live

SF food

Gaza Facing "Critical Risk of Famine," UN-Backed Experts Warn in Third Month of Full Israeli Blockade

The Gaza Strip faces critical famine risk, with 500,000 Palestinians experiencing catastrophic hunger due to a humanitarian aid blockade.

World news

UN warns of starvation in hunger hotspots'

World news

People waiting for aid among dozens reported killed by Israeli forces in Gaza Middle East crisis live

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#human-rights

Social justice

Will Israel be held accountable for genocidal acts in Gaza?

The UN report reveals systematic sexual and gender-based violence against Palestinians, alleging genocidal acts by Israel.

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UN presents evidence implicating Nicaraguan army in crimes against humanity

The UN has confirmed the Nicaraguan military's involvement in violently repressing protests, challenging their claims of non-participation.

fromPsychology Today

NYC parents

Disabled and Dutch: Are We Failing Our Disabled Citizens?

3 weeks ago

Environment

UN expert urges criminalizing fossil fuel disinformation, banning lobbying

Social justice

Will Israel be held accountable for genocidal acts in Gaza?

The UN report reveals systematic sexual and gender-based violence against Palestinians, alleging genocidal acts by Israel.

fromenglish.elpais.com

UN presents evidence implicating Nicaraguan army in crimes against humanity

The UN has confirmed the Nicaraguan military's involvement in violently repressing protests, challenging their claims of non-participation.

fromPsychology Today

NYC parents

Disabled and Dutch: Are We Failing Our Disabled Citizens?

3 weeks ago

Environment

UN expert urges criminalizing fossil fuel disinformation, banning lobbying

more#human-rights

#gaza-conflict

Israel guilty of extermination' in attacks on schools, mosques: UN

Israel is accused of crimes against humanity by the UN for targeting Palestinian civilians in Gaza.

Israel expands ground assault on Gaza, seeks to seize extensive territory'

Israel expands military operations in Gaza, promising to seize significant territory.

UN reports mass displacement in Rafah amid ongoing violence.

Israeli defense minister calls for action against Hamas and seeks Israeli captives' release.

Israel guilty of extermination' in attacks on schools, mosques: UN

Israel is accused of crimes against humanity by the UN for targeting Palestinian civilians in Gaza.

Israel expands ground assault on Gaza, seeks to seize extensive territory'

Israel expands military operations in Gaza, promising to seize significant territory.

UN reports mass displacement in Rafah amid ongoing violence.

Israeli defense minister calls for action against Hamas and seeks Israeli captives' release.

more#gaza-conflict

Parenting

fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty

Real reasons people do not have the number of children they want revealed in new report

Economic barriers and sexism hinder people's desire to have children, according to the UNFPA report.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Russian Drone Attacks In Ukraine's Kherson Amount To War Crimes, Says UN

Russia's military has committed war crimes in Kherson through drone attacks targeting civilians, according to a UN report.

#conflict

fromThe Washington Post

U.N. report accuses Israel of sexual violence, 'genocidal acts' in Gaza

UN report accuses Israel of systematic gender-based violence during Gaza conflict, including attacks on fertility clinics and maternal healthcare.

SF food

Global hunger hits new high amid conflict, extreme weather: UN

Over 295 million people faced acute hunger in 2024 due to conflict, weather extremes, and economic shocks.

The rise in global hunger levels continues for the sixth consecutive year.

fromThe Washington Post

U.N. report accuses Israel of sexual violence, 'genocidal acts' in Gaza

UN report accuses Israel of systematic gender-based violence during Gaza conflict, including attacks on fertility clinics and maternal healthcare.

SF food

Global hunger hits new high amid conflict, extreme weather: UN

Over 295 million people faced acute hunger in 2024 due to conflict, weather extremes, and economic shocks.

The rise in global hunger levels continues for the sixth consecutive year.

more#conflict

Women in technology

Online Community Development

Influencer shot live on TikTok: How rampant is femicide in Mexico?

Femicide is a growing crisis in Mexico, highlighted by the recent murder of influencer Valeria Marquez.

#global-expansion

fromTheregister

UN says scam call center epidemic is expanding globally

Scam call centers are spreading globally, with organized crime groups relocating and expanding their operations to escape crackdowns.

Online Community Development

Europe news

UN warns of massive cyberscams spreading across the world DW 04/21/2025

fromTheregister

UN says scam call center epidemic is expanding globally

Scam call centers are spreading globally, with organized crime groups relocating and expanding their operations to escape crackdowns.

Europe news

UN warns of massive cyberscams spreading across the world DW 04/21/2025

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Healthcare

UN Expert: Israel Has "Decimated" Gaza Health System, Leaving "Zero" Options for Care

Israel's attacks have left Gaza without any functioning health care options, as hospitals are decimated.

#humanitarian-crisis

OMG science

11 months ago

Famine looming in parts of Yemen, UN experts warn

Acute malnutrition in Yemen has increased by 34% in the past year, signaling a potential famine emergency.

Leaked UN experts report raises fresh concerns over UAE's role in Sudan war

UAE faces scrutiny over alleged arms supply to Sudan amid crisis.

OMG science

11 months ago

Famine looming in parts of Yemen, UN experts warn

Acute malnutrition in Yemen has increased by 34% in the past year, signaling a potential famine emergency.

Leaked UN experts report raises fresh concerns over UAE's role in Sudan war

UAE faces scrutiny over alleged arms supply to Sudan amid crisis.

more#humanitarian-crisis

#climate-change

Environment

fromState of the Planet

Desertification: The Earth Is Getting Dryer

Climate change is rapidly increasing the extent of drylands and desertification globally, threatening the livelihoods of billions.

Environment

Is our mindset blocking climate action? DW 04/13/2025

8 months ago

Miscellaneous

Governments, industry must up action on methane DW 11/15/2024

Environment

fromState of the Planet

Desertification: The Earth Is Getting Dryer

Climate change is rapidly increasing the extent of drylands and desertification globally, threatening the livelihoods of billions.

Environment

Is our mindset blocking climate action? DW 04/13/2025

8 months ago

Miscellaneous

Governments, industry must up action on methane DW 11/15/2024

more#climate-change

Artificial intelligence

fromComputerworld

AI could affect 40% of all jobs, UN says

AI market projected to reach $4.8 trillion by 2033, potentially increasing inequality among nations.

Women

Aid cuts could have pandemic-like effects' on maternal deaths, WHO warns

Aid cuts risk increasing maternal mortality rates, especially affecting pregnant women in conflict zones.

Cutbacks in healthcare funding could lead to a return to pre-2016 levels of maternal death rates.

A New UN Report Calls Israel's Attacks on New Mothers in Gaza "Unprecedented"

Israel's actions in Gaza have been classified as genocidal by UN experts, particularly targeting reproductive healthcare facilities.

Israeli attacks on women's healthcare in Gaza amount to genocidal acts', UN says

Israel's attacks on women's healthcare in Gaza are accused of genocidal intent, as per a UN report.

Germany news

UN Report: Israel's Sexual, Gender-Based Violence Against Palestinians Amounts to "Genocidal Acts"

Israeli military actions in Gaza constitute acts of genocide, especially against women's reproductive health, says a UN report.

Healthcare

A New UN Report Calls Israel's Attacks on New Mothers in Gaza "Unprecedented"

Israel's actions in Gaza have been classified as genocidal by UN experts, particularly targeting reproductive healthcare facilities.

Israeli attacks on women's healthcare in Gaza amount to genocidal acts', UN says

Israel's attacks on women's healthcare in Gaza are accused of genocidal intent, as per a UN report.

Germany news

UN Report: Israel's Sexual, Gender-Based Violence Against Palestinians Amounts to "Genocidal Acts"

Israeli military actions in Gaza constitute acts of genocide, especially against women's reproductive health, says a UN report.

UN: Up to 1,400 killed in Bangladesh protests crackdown DW 02/12/2025

Former Bangladeshi government officials systematically committed serious human rights violations to suppress protests, with accusations of crimes against humanity.

Fashion & style

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The World

Catholics in Argentina are praying for Pope Francis' recovery and hope for his return home.

Bangladesh's interim government aims to recover laundered money linked to the previous government.

UN report highlights sexual violence by Israeli forces against Palestinians.

Donatella Versace steps down after 30 years leading the fashion house.

Miscellaneous

5 months ago

UN: Up to 1,400 killed in Bangladesh protests crackdown DW 02/12/2025

Former Bangladeshi government officials systematically committed serious human rights violations to suppress protests, with accusations of crimes against humanity.

Fashion & style

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