Almost one in five women will experience a mental health condition during pregnancy or in the year after the birth, the UN health agency said on Monday, launching new recommendations for health authorities worldwide, to help improve women’s lives. Read the full story, “New UN guide helps support perinatal mental healthcare in ‘stigma-free’ environment”, on […]
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Mexico’s Electric Mobility, Stuck in Fossil Fuel Traffic
MEXICO CITY, Sep 19 (IPS) – The Mexico City government began testing an elevated route for electric buses with great fanfare on Sept. 11, in a bid to promote more sustainable transport. The initiative is part of an incipient promotion of electromobility in the country, amidst pro-fossil fuel energy policies. Read the full story, “Mexico’s […]
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The Day the UN General Assembly Abandoned its New York City Home
UNITED NATIONS, Sep 19 (IPS) – When the United Nations decided to locate its 39-storeyed Secretariat in New York city, the United States, as host nation, signed a “headquarters agreement” in 1947 not only ensuring diplomatic immunity to foreign diplomats but also pledging to facilitate the day-to-day activities of member states without any hindrance, including […]
Reflections on High-Level Meetings of the UN General Assembly
NEW YORK, Sep 19 (IPS) – The high-level segment of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) is famous for its fiery speeches and the colorful personalities assembled in the GA Hall. But much more goes on beyond the hall itself –the frenzy of the press in the broadcast trucks, security personnel on every sidewalk, military aides […]
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Closing gender pay gaps is more important than ever
On average, women globally are paid about 20 per cent less than men, the International Labour (ILO) Organization said on Saturday, International Equal Pay Day. Read the full story, “Closing gender pay gaps is more important than ever”, on globalissues.org → find more fun & mates at SoShow now !
UN and Partners Called to Act Urgently with Education in Emergencies at Education Summit
United Nations, Sep 18 (IPS) – Suicide bombings shattered Aisha Khurram’s school, and her university was attacked by terrorists – but despite learning in an environment where the walls were colored by blood spatter, it never shook her determination to be educated. Read the full story, “UN and Partners Called to Act Urgently with Education […]
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Building peace, preventing violence, and supporting community resilience in Haiti
A fund set up by the United Nations to build peace, prevent violence, reinforce justice, strengthen the rule of law and security institutions, and boost resilience amongst Haiti’s most vulnerable people, is supporting government efforts to restore security and stability in the country. Read the full story, “Building peace, preventing violence, and supporting community resilience […]