Cyber attack exposes Red Cross data
Hackers broke into the ICRC's computer servers and gained access to confidential information on more than half a million "highly vulnerable people."
U.N. Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE)
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Europe's mixed progress toward U.N. goals
Air pollution levels exceed recommended health limits in all but 10 mainly European countries, but most lowered carbon emissions and expanded forest cover.
Report shows hack of U.N. offices last year
The U.N. human rights office acknowledged it suffered a sophisticated cyber attack last year, but said all of its sensitive and confidential data were safe.
Clean air treaty takes force on 2 continents
An agreement to limit black carbon emissions that accelerate melting of glaciers and sea ice entered into force in Europe and North America.
Move over tobacco, air pollution is the next major public health target
As much as 91% of the world's population breathes unhealthy air, which is why it's the focus of a global health conference.