IAAF defends rules on intersex athletes after Swiss court ruling
The new rules prevent Caster Semenya from defending her world title in the 800 meters at the world championships in Qatar in September — unless she submits to them.
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ILO adopts #MeToo treaty on workplace violence and harassment
It was the first time that a person's right to work free from violence and harassment was put into an international treaty.
Swiss women hold nationwide strike for fairer pay and gender equality
It had been 28 years since the Swiss last held such a protest, and the 1991 strike had been the biggest protest since 1918.
U.N. labor agency marks its past with a look to the future of work
The centenary featured prominently at the opening of ILO's labor conference with delegates from 187 nations.
Global court's landmark verdict in gender case shapes women's sports
The Court of Arbitration for Sport's ruling reflects the gulf between competitive sports and modern gender approaches.
UNESCO promises aid for Notre Dame's emergency rebuilding plan
The rapid damage assessment would be carried out with national and local authorities, the cathedral's site management and church authorities, the U.N. agency said.
UNESCO is latest U.N. agency to lose the Trump administration's support
Despite co-founding the U.N. agency as a peace-promoting organization, the U.S. has now withdrawn from it two times.
Fridays for Future student climate protests escalate around the world
Their strikes were not affiliated with any political party, but they helped rally support for efforts by international organizations to promote global cutbacks in carbon emissions.
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.
At ILO conference, labor leaders emphasize role in peace and justice
The International Labor Organization's one-day summit drew more than 5,000 people including leaders who drew links between the stabilizing forces of work, peace and resilience.
#MeToo arrives at top U.N. labor forum with push for treaty
The ILO, part of the U.N. system, said it identified workplace harassment and violence as an important issue in 2015 — before the #MeToo movement emerged last year.
Africa's youth enlisted by A.U. campaign to fight corruption
The African Union's theme this year is "Winning the Fight Against Corruption: A Sustainable Path to Africa's Transformation," building on a previous initiative.
Harassment and abuse claims on the rise amid worries about terrorism
A leading insurance provider says a major cause of loss and risk is rising liability from harassment and abuse claims.