Month: June 2021

‘Invisible’ stateless people could miss out on COVID-19 jabs, UNHCR warns

Millions of stateless people around the world could miss out on COVID-19 vaccinations because they lack identity papers and are…

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Human Rights Council urged to support UN chief’s call for a ‘new social contract’ after COVID-19

UN rights chief Michelle Bachelet on Monday urged UN Member States to promote a more inclusive post-pandemic recovery to help the world’s…

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Forced displacement at a record level, despite COVID shutdowns: UNHCR

The number of people fleeing wars, violence, persecution, and human rights violations, rose last year to nearly 82.4 million people,…

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António Guterres secures the second term as UN Secretary-General, calls for a new era of ‘solidarity and equality’

António Guterres was on Friday re-appointed to a second term as UN Secretary-General, pledging as his priority, to continue helping…

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Greener cities and a new generation of energy-efficient buildings in the I.R. of Iran

Anahita is a girl with a mission – she is focussed on saving energy. And she’s starting with her own…

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‘Digital dumpsites’ study highlights the growing threat to children: UN health agency

The health of children, adolescents and expectant mothers worldwide is at risk from the illegal processing of old electrical or…

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Domestic workers among hardest hit by COVID crisis, says UN labour agency

Domestic workers globally have been among the hardest hit by the COVID crisis, losing more jobs and working hours than…

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Counting down to Peace Day, UN chief urges: Stand up against hatred and care for the planet

Every year on 21 September, the United Nations invites people around the world to celebrate peace by observing 24 hours…

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UNESCO report highlights the need for greater investment, diversity in science

Although spending on science has risen worldwide, greater investment is needed in the face of growing crises, the UN Educational,…

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Child labour figure rises to 160 million, as COVID puts many more at risk

For the first time in two decades, the number of children being put to work has risen – to 160 million…

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