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Published on Oct 10, 2018

‘Children on the Move’ Require Better Protection from Violence, Experts Tell Third Committee amid Concerns over Illegal ...

GA/SHC/4231 GENERAL ASSEMBLY THIRD COMMITTEE SEVENTY-THIRD SESSION, 11TH & 12TH MEETINGS (AM & PM) Child Dies Every 5 Minutes from Abuse, Special Representative Says Children on the move must be better protected from detention, family …

Source: Relief Web
Published on Sep 14, 2018

For African Migrants in Israel, a Life of Misery in Promised Land

TEL AVIV, ISRAEL — Sitting on a ledge in front of Ayelew Desale's grocery store behind Tel Aviv's central bus station, Selemon Tesfy inhaled the last bits of his cigarette and recalled his flight from Eritrea to avoid a lifetime of servitude. He …

Source: Voice of America
Published on Oct 7, 2018

Disorder in the world

TheUnited NationsSecurity Council holds an emergency meeting (Xinhua/Li Muzi) by Habib Siddiqui 7 October 2018 The preamble of the United Nations states: “WE THE PEOPLES OF THE UNITED NATIONS DETERMINED to save succeeding generations from the …

Source: South Asia Journal
Published on Sep 24, 2018

Russia sends angry message at Israel by offering Syrians S-300s

Moscow has announced it will supply advanced S-300 surface-to-air and jamming systems to Syria within the next two weeks. Speaking on Monday, Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu claimed the move would “cool hotheads” in the region. But he also made little …

Source: Independent
Published on Oct 5, 2018

Full list of Nobel Peace Prize winners

Here is the full list of Nobel Peace Prize laureates from 1901, when the prize was first awarded. This year it went jointly to Congolese doctor Denis Mukwege and Yazidi campaigner Nadia Murad for their work in fighting sexual violence in conflicts around …

Source: Punch Newspapers
Published on Oct 5, 2018

Nobel Peace Prize 2018 announced

The Congolese doctor and Yazidi campaigner were awarded the prize for their efforts to end the use of sexual violence as a weapon of war and armed conflictNadia Murad (left) and Denis Mukwege. Congolese doctor Denis Mukwege and Yazidi campaigner Nadia …

Source: Gulf News
Published on Oct 5, 2018

[Newsmaker] DR Congo's Dr. Mukwege and Yazidi rape victim Murad win Nobel Peace Prize

DR Congo's Dr Mukwege and Yazidi rape victim Murad win Nobel Peace Prize Full list of Nobel Peace Prize laureates from 1901, when the prize was first awarded. Last year, the prize went to nuclear disarmament group ICAN. 2017: International Campaign to …

Source: Korea Herald
Published on Apr 3, 2018

Eritrea & Sudan: United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Statement regarding the cancellation of Israel-...

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Statement regarding the cancellation of Israel-UNHCR agreement: It is with regret that UNHCR notes today’s cancellation by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of the Israel-UNHCR Agreement of 2nd April …

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Published on Apr 3, 2018

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and Israel sign agreement to find solutions for Eritreans and ...

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, and the State of Israel today (April 2, 2018) signed a Framework of Common Understanding to promote solutions for thousands of Eritreans and Sudanese living in Israel. A joint working group will be set up with a series of …

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Published on Sep 15, 2018

Israeli troops kill 3 Palestinians in Gaza protests: medics

MEDENINE: Surrounded by other people’s belongings piled high on beds, Georgie Ndab wants to leave Tunisia’s only migrant center and take her baby to Europe. “I spent eight months in prison in Libya. I want to go to Europe to guarantee my son a good …

Source: Arab News
Published on Sep 29, 2018

UNRWA cuts: The 'slow death' of Palestinian refugees in Lebanon

An English class at the Ramallah School in the Shatila Palestinian refugee camp (MEE/Emmanuel Haddad) SHATILA CAMP, Lebanon - It is 7:30am on a Thursday, and it's time for Brahim to ring the Ramallah Elementary School's bell. The sound peels …

Source: Middle East Eye
Published on Sep 28, 2018

Human Rights Council adopts 10 resolutions and one Presidential statement

AFTERNOON Establishes Mechanism to Collect Evidence of Crimes Committed in Myanmar, Extends Mandate of the Fact-Finding Mission on Myanmar, Calls on Venezuela to Accept Humanitarian Assistance, and Requests a Comprehensive Report on the Human Rights …

Source: Relief Web
Published on Sep 26, 2018

Libya: Urgent Need for Protection of Refugees in Libya

The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants has co-led a letter with The America Team for Displaced Eritreans to bring an urgent response to the needs of vulnerable individuals and families in Libya. This appeal was delivered to His Excellency António …

Source: Relief Web
Published on Sep 26, 2018

Urgent Need for Protection of Refugees in Libya

The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants has co-led a letter with The America Team for Displaced Eritreans to bring an urgent response to the needs of vulnerable individuals and families in Libya. This appeal was delivered to His Excellency António …

Source: Relief Web
Published on Sep 6, 2018

Paraguay prompts fury from Israel by moving embassy back to Tel Aviv

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the closure of his country's embassy in Paraguay in response to a decision by the South American nation to move its own embassy back to Tel Aviv from Jerusalem The decision by newly-elected …

Source: The Independent
Published on Aug 16, 2018

Hamas, Israel deal will come at Abbas’ expense

Secret negotiations between Israel and Hamas, through Egypt, the United Nations and Qatar, may lead to a historic deal that is expected to be reached by the end of this month at the most, according to various reports. But not all will be celebrating. …

Source: Gulf News
Published on Sep 25, 2018

What Is the United Nations? Explaining Its Purpose, Power and Problems

High Ideals on Human Rights In 1948, the United Nations proclaimed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. These include the right to not be enslaved, the right to free expression, and the right to seek from other countries asylum from persecution. …

Source: International Herald Tribune
Published on Sep 25, 2018

UK to resettle 100 Syria White Helmets rescuers, families

The UK has granted asylum to 29 members of the White Helmets civil defence unit and up to 70 of their family members under the Vulnerable Persons Resettlement Scheme, the government announced today. “White Helmets volunteers saved the lives of thousands …

Source: Middle East Monitor
Published on Sep 4, 2018

Sacrificing Israel’s Long-term Interests for Short-term Gains

Photo Credit: UNRWA Logo of the United Nations Relief Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees in the Near East. (Originally posted to the author’s website} With the Trump Administration reportedly planning various steps against UNRWA—the U.N. aid agency …

Source: Jewish Press

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Published on October 18, 2018 - 09:23 GMT

UNHCR evacuates vulnerable refugees out of Libya as fighting resumes

Download logo Amidst an increasingly volatile security situation in Tripoli, UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency successfully evacuated 135 people out of Libya to Niger on Tuesday night (16 October). Many of the evacuated had been held in detention centres for …

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Published on September 5, 2018 - 05:58 GMT

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) commemorates 20th Anniversary of the Guiding Principles of ...

Download logo Today, UNHCR the UN Refugee Agency, Government authorities, UN agencies and partners have renewed their commitment to finding and facilitating solutions to internal displacement. At a high-level event in Juba on 4th September, a panel of …

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Published on September 3, 2018 - 18:32 GMT

Press Conference United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) commemorates the 20th Anniversary of the Guiding ...

Download logo Date: Wednesday, 05 September 2018 – 11.00 - 14.00 Venue: Juba Grand Hotel UNHCR, The UN Refugee Agency in South Sudan in collaboration with the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management will wrap-up the commemoration of the …

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Published on October 17, 2018 - 10:53 GMT

Operation Transparency shuts down 67 illegal diamonds cooperatives

Luanda, ANGOLA, October 17 - At least 67 illegal diamonds cooperatives have been shut down by the Operation Transparency being conducted by Angola’s border police, Criminal Investigation Service (SIC), plus the Immigration and Foreigners Service (SME), …

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Published on September 28, 2018 - 10:03 GMT

UNHCR alarm at recent attacks and rising displacement in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

Download logo UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is gravely concerned for the safety of tens of thousands of civilians in the north-eastern region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) where violence by armed groups has recently claimed more than 20 …

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Published on October 12, 2018 - 13:00 GMT

The UPS Foundation Expands Its Disaster Relief Network For Hurricane Michael And Indonesia Earthquake Committing $1.5 ...

ATLANTA, Oct. 12, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The UPS Foundation today announced a $1.5 million commitment to support relief and recovery efforts for the earthquake/tsunami in Indonesia and Hurricane Michael in Florida. Through a combination of cash …

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Published on September 25, 2018 - 09:46 GMT

South Sudanese surgeon wins UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award

Download logo UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, would like to inform that South Sudanese surgeon Dr. Evan Atar Adaha, as the organization’s 2018 Nansen Refugee Award winner. This annual award, which honors an individual who has gone above and beyond the call …

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Published on September 17, 2018 - 15:40 GMT

UNHCR calls on South Sudan parties to deliver a lasting peace

Download logo UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, welcomes the signing of the Revitalized Peace Agreement on 13 September in Addis Ababa between the South Sudan warring parties. This is a crucial milestone towards permanent ceasefire and lasting peace for …

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Published on October 22, 2018 - 14:46 GMT

MethaShip Project: Renewable Methanol is ‘fuel with a future’

Cross-industry research finds key advantages for use of methanol in medium speed marine engines for passenger shipping BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, October 22, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Methanol Institute has welcomed the findings of the MethaShip …

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Published on October 22, 2018 - 13:55 GMT

South Sudan Resumes Oil Production, Seeks Investors

South Sudan Oil & Power 2018 will highlight opportunities in November in Juba. JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN, October 22, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- South Sudan Oil & Power (SSOP) 2018 is returning to Juba on November 21 and 22, and is focused on …

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Published on October 22, 2018 - 09:21 GMT

Bizness Analytics to launch ESG advisory and C-level consulting to help develop sustainability reporting practices

Bizness Analytics, ESG Robo Advisor, tool is designed to build industry-focused and investor-driven ESG and sustainability framework . DUBAI , DUBAI , UAE, October 22, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- UAE based data analytics firm to launch ESG …

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Published on October 22, 2018 - 19:00 GMT

Handover Ceremony of Maternity Waiting Facility in Old Kabweza Health Post

Download logo The handover ceremony of a maternity waiting facility at the Old Kabweza Health Post in Kafue District took place on Wednesday, October 11th 2018. The construction of the facility was implemented as a part of the “Maternal and Child Health …

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Published on October 22, 2018 - 19:00 GMT

Ebola in DR Congo: UN chief ‘outraged’ by recent killings of civilians and health workers

The United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres said on Monday he is “outraged by the continued killing and abduction of civilians by armed groups” near Beni, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)’s North Kivu region, which has been …

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Published on October 19, 2018 - 23:53 GMT

Oustanding Leaders Receive Humanitarian Awards From Scientology

Awards bestowed during the celebration of the 6th Anniversary of the Church of Scientology’s National Affairs Office WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, October 19, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ten outstanding professionals received …

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Published on October 19, 2018 - 22:47 GMT

Spacebit Technologies Ltd. Disrupts Space Exploration with Distributed Ledger Technology

How can technology bridge the gap between space enthusiasts, governments, professional institutions, and private organizations? LONDON, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, October 20, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What if everyone had the ability to …

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Published on October 19, 2018 - 22:44 GMT

Nene Musik Productions, Llc. Announced The Winner Of The 2018 Best Boutique Artist Management Agency LUX Magazine Award

United Kingdom's LUXlife Magazine announces Nene Musik Productions, Llc. as the Winner Of The 2018 Best Boutique Artist Management Agency – South East USA PORT ST. LUCIE, FL, UNITED STATES, October 19, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A luxurious …

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Published on October 19, 2018 - 17:30 GMT

GoodFirms Research Disclosed the List of Best Software Developers USA for October 2018

GoodFirms released list of top software development companies in USA for their capabilities to develop top notch customized software for their clientele WASHINGTON DC, WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES, October 19, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Each …

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Published on October 19, 2018 - 09:40 GMT

Hungarian National Police to Deliver Briefing at the 12th Annual Border Security Conference

SMi Group Reports: The 12th annual Border Security Conference will return to Rome, Italy on the 12-13 February 2019 LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 19, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With Hungary facing the follow border security challenges …

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Published on October 19, 2018 - 12:44 GMT

South Sudan: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) facilitates release of 24 detainees

Download logo The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has facilitated the release of 24 persons detained in relation to the conflict in South Sudan, including 16 detainees released on Friday. This week marks the first releases of prisoners …

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Published on October 18, 2018 - 22:32 GMT

2nd World Congress of Bilateral Commercial Diplomacy celebrated in Bucharest

Diplomats and business leaders from all over the world gathered at the 2nd World Congress of Bilateral Commercial Diplomacy WASHINGTON, DC, USA, October 18, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- More than 30 Ambassadors and Embassy staff attended the 2nd …

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Published on October 18, 2018 - 22:32 GMT

ICare4Autism Hosts National Apprentice Conference in Washington, D.C.

One Step Forward for Comprehensive Workforce Plan for High School Students with Special Abilities WASHINGTON D.C., UNITED STATES, October 18, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WASHINGTON D.C., UNITED STATES – On October 10th, 2018, ICare4Autism hosted …

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Published on October 18, 2018 - 16:07 GMT

ATLANTA GETS INTRODUCED TO THESE REVOLUTIONARY BIO TECH PRODUCTS MADE IN SWEDEN

US Cellements Launch Tour is on the go and is coming to Atlanta on October 18. ATLANTA, GEORGIA, UNITED STATES, October 18, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mr. Anders Karlsson, CEO & Founder of Cellements and Mr. Nicolas Andreasson, Global …

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Published on October 18, 2018 - 16:08 GMT

P2Sample's JD Deitch receives Diversity Award for Market Research Industry

Women in Research (WIRe) presented their MRX Diversity Champion Award at the TMRE Event yesterday ATLANTA, GA, USA, October 18, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- P2Sample's JD Deitch was presented with the 2018 MRX Diversity Champion Award from …

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Published on October 18, 2018 - 16:10 GMT

Over 90% of sampled salt brands globally found to contain microplastics

Download logo Over 90% of sampled salt brands globally were found to contain microplastics, with the highest number coming from salt sourced in Asia, according to a new study co-designed by Kim, Seung-Kyu, Professor at Incheon National University and …

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Published on October 18, 2018 - 08:30 GMT

South Sudan: UN report urges release of hundreds of abducted civilians

Download logo A UN report has documented the immense suffering of civilians in the Western Equatoria region of South Sudan where 900 people were abducted and 24,000 forced to flee their homes during a surge in violence between April and August. In April …

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Published on October 18, 2018 - 06:44 GMT

One in two people face starvation in South Sudan, as extreme hunger hits more states

Download logo Nearly half of South Sudan’s population is facing extreme hunger, the country’s highest proportion of food insecure people in the last 10 years, Save the Children is warning. More than six million people currently need urgent food assistance …

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Published on October 17, 2018 - 15:09 GMT

CELLEMENTS LAUNCHES REVOLUTIONARY PRODUCTS IN USA

Swedish Bio Tech products the size of your pocket now officially launched in USA. WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, October 17, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- US Cellements Launch Tour is on the go. Tour started in Detroit on October …

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Published on October 17, 2018 - 17:42 GMT

Democratic Republic of the Congo: International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) expands Ebola ...

Download logo Conflict and insecurity are hampering Ebola responders’ work, raising fear that the outbreak may reach a tipping point that sees the virus to spread to more provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) and neighbouring …

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2019 China (Guangzhou) In’l Metal &Metallurgy Exhibition

Date: 13-Jun-19 to 15-Jun-19

Location: China

In the past 19 years, the exhibition successfully played its role in industry trade boost. It has attracted 300,000 professional purchasers, been attended by over 30 countries business departments, and been issued by more than 300 medias. “The 20th China(Guangzhou) International Metal & Metallurgy Exhibition”will be held at Pazhou Complex-the largest exhibition center in Asia. Take a panoramic view around the world, this exhibition will play an important role & bring great business opportunities again. Hope vendors & visitors could catch this great opportunity to win a good year. Achievement Thousands of exhibitors from more than 30 countries & regions and 500,000 domestic and abroad visitors attended in the previous sixteen exhibitions. Exhibiting Scope 1. Plate ...

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