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Healthy Environment a Human Right, UN Declares
A healthy environment is a human right and vital to the enjoyment of other rights, according to a new UN General Assembly resolution. Find out why this is both a cause for celebration and a call to action.
IPCC Climate Change Report Upstaged by Ukraine
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change released its Sixth Report in the midst of Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine. Find out why the unfortunate timing has diverted attention from a growing global crisis. (4:00 min read)
‘Making Peace with Nature’ Report Offers Sustainable Blueprint
‘Making Peace with Nature’ is the title of a new report from the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Discover how it lays out a blueprint for solving our climate, biodiversity and pollution challenges.(4:30 min read)
#EndSARS Protesters: Nigerian Police Kill Ten
EndSARS activists are demanding the end of a goon unit in Nigeria’s police force. Government-sponsored thugs killed ten peaceful protesters. Find out more. (4:45 min read)
Protection Crisis: COVID-19 More than Health Pandemic
“Protection crisis” was the catchphrase at the UN Security Council last Thursday. Find out what the issues were in the debate about pandemic security. (5:00 min read)
Civil War in Yemen: The Crisis We Don’t Talk About
Civil war in Yemen seems to stay below the radar in the west. Find out more about the world’s worst humanitarian crisis and how you can help, if possible. (6:30 min read)
World Health Assembly: What’s China Hiding?
The World Health Assembly began today. China’s president sounded conciliatory, but find out what his speech didn’t cover. (5:00 min read)
Infodemic: “Dangerous Outbreak of Misinformation”
The "Infodemic" means all the pandemic-based rumours and lies spreading on the internet. Find out how to prevent these conspiracy theories from spreading. (5:45 min read)
COVID-19 Ceasefire Ignored as Wars Rage On
COVID-19 ceasefire appeals from the UN have gone largely unheeded. Find out what the UN chief had to say in his recent ceasefire update. (6:00 min read)