Cultured meat is being touted as a humane, healthy and climate-friendly alternative to animal agriculture. Find out why this idea is far from fruition. (6:00 min read)
Tag: United Nations
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)
UN Peacekeeping – 8 Point Plan to Build “Beacon of Hope”
The UN Secretary-General called UN peacekeeping a beacon of hope in a recent speech. Find out what the plans are to make that beacon shine even brighter. (5:30 min read)
World Court Denounces Rohingya Genocide
The World Court ruled unanimously yesterday against the Myanmar government's Rohingya genocide. Find out why this is a setback for Myanmar's ruler, Aan San Suu Kyi and a victory for universal human rights. (4:00 min read)
Hottest Decade Ever Recorded Announced By UN
The hottest decade ever recorded is how the WMO, NASA and NOAA all described the last ten years. Find out why we're past the point where we should have to convince anyone of the truth of the climate crisis. (3:00 min read)
China’s Human Rights Record Highlights HRW Report
China's human rights record took centre stage in the Human Rights Watch 2020 World Report and for all the wrong reasons. Find out why HRW says that China's government views human rights as an existential threat. (5:00 min read)
COP25 Outcome – Another Flop
The COP25 outcome document finally arrived on Sunday. It lists the results of the annual UN climate conference held in Madrid. Find out why even the Secretary-General admits that he is disappointed with it. (10 min read)
COP25: Will it Lead to Climate Action?
COP25, the long-anticipated 2019 Climate Change Conference begins today. The goals are ambitious, but results from past meetings have been underwhelming. Will this one be different? There are reasons for hope. (4:30 min read)