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The COP29 climate talks in Baku concluded with a contentious agreement on climate finance, but immediately faced backlash from countries like India and Cuba, citing the agreed $300 billion per …
COP29 Climate Talks Conclude: Deal Adopted Amidst Criticism and Anger Read More
At COP29 in Azerbaijan, wealthy nations agreed to boost climate finance to $300 billion annually aimed at aiding developing nations to combat climate change, after initial offers were met with …
COP29: Wealthy Nations Commit to $300 Billion Climate Finance Offer Read More
The WHO maintains that the mpox outbreak is a continuing public health emergency, while in Haiti, violence has displaced over 40,000 individuals. Ukraine faces worsening humanitarian needs due to ongoing …
Global Crisis Update: Mpox Emergency, Haiti Violence, Ukraine Struggles, and Pakistani Attacks Condemned. Read More
The UN has expressed concern over Lebanese families returning to Lebanon from Syria amid dire conditions. Approximately 560,000 people have fled into Syria since late September, with many facing severe …
UN Raises Alarm Over Lebanese Refugees Opting to Return Amid Syrian Crisis Read More
The U.S. government raised concerns about the detention of Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye in Kenya and his transfer to Uganda. Assistant Secretary Molly Phee noted jurisdictional issues regarding charges …
U.S. Government Raises Concerns Over Kenya-Uganda Detention of Kizza Besigye Read More
The UN has expressed concern about Lebanese families returning from Syria amid dire conditions due to the Israel-Hezbollah conflict. Although the numbers are small, it indicates troubling trends in the …
UN Urges Caution as Lebanese Fleeing Conflict in Syria Consider Return to Lebanon Read More
During COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, countries rejected a vague draft concerning climate finance for developing nations due to the absence of specific commitments from wealthier nations. Frustrated representatives emphasize the …
COP29: Nations Reject Vague Climate Finance Draft Amid Urgent Appeal for Action Read More
Switzerland’s climate finance contributions are under scrutiny, with some studies suggesting the country exceeds its fair share while environmental groups argue otherwise. The ongoing COP29 discussions highlight the necessity for …
Switzerland’s Climate Finance Contributions: Evaluating the ‘Fair Share’ Debate Read More
At COP29, UNAIDS and UNDP warned that climate change poses significant risks to HIV services and vulnerable populations, exacerbating the AIDS epidemic. The report highlights a “triple funding crisis” – …
UN Warns of Climate Crisis Worsening HIV Epidemic at COP29 Read More
The Young Activists Summit, established in 2019, empowers young leaders tackling human rights and environmental issues. The 2024 theme, “Go Far, Go Together,” highlighted five Laureates who address climate change, …
Empowering Youth: Highlights from the Young Activists Summit 2024 Read More