U.N. report identifies vast climate risks in exceeding 1.5° Celsius limit
The report from the U.N.'s Nobel Prize-winning climate panel aims to strenghten nations' actions under the Paris treaty.
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FIFA picks North America's 'United' bid to host the World Cup in 2026
The governing body of world football overwhelmingly selected Canada, Mexico and the United States to serve as hosts, marking the first time three nations have shared such a role.
Blockchain technology charts path toward mainstream and standards
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U.N. investigator calls on U.S. to push human rights with North Korea
A U.N. special investigator argued human rights should be on the agenda of a planned U.S.-North Korea nuclear summit.
Safety concerns over return of Rohingya refugees to Myanmar
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U.N. says Trump violates children's rights along U.S.-Mexico border
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Refugee agency settles 'longest-running U.N. whistleblower case'
A 15-year case of retaliation against a whistleblowing former U.N. investigator finally ended in a settlement.
Transition to renewable energy lags behind Paris treaty climate goals
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U.N. health agency panel balks at tax on sugary drinks
A World Health Organization commission ratcheted up pressure to fight noncommunicable diseases.
Case made for top-down U.N. reforms in staff management
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#MeToo arrives at top U.N. labor forum with push for treaty
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Despite its horrific war, Syria takes helm of U.N. disarmament forum
Diplomats registered protest, outrage and regret that Syrian President Bashar Assad's government would preside over the forum, saying it has no credibility or moral authority.
U.N. chief takes aim at the 'scourge of war' and weapons stockpiles
The U.N. secretary-general launched a campaign underscoring the need for nations to scrap nuclear arsenals and other weapons that could result in catastrophic mistakes.
Africa's youth enlisted by A.U. campaign to fight corruption
The African Union's anti-corruption theme builds on a widely adopted convention for more cooperation and asset recovery.
Experts propose clean energy global fund to propel climate treaty
A global fund or organization could speed innovation so the energy sector can fulfill the Paris climate treaty.