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Migration, Mega-fines And Barbie: 2023 In Records

Sizzling temperatures, millions fleeing their homes, multitudes flocking to a movie about a doll -- 2023 was another year of extremes.

International Business Times · Dec 19, 2023

From The Israel-Hamas War To The Moon Race: Events That Defined 2023

From Hamas's brutal attacks in Israel and the fierce retribution it provoked to the kiss that sparked a revolt in Spanish football, here are 10 events that marked a tumultuous 2023: - Israel-Hamas war - On October 7, hundreds of Hamas gunmen pour across the border from Gaza, killing around…

International Business Times · Dec 19, 2023

Afternoon Update: disaster relief payments for FNQ flood victims; NT chief minister resigns; and $1bn cocaine bust in Sydney

Cairns airport has reopened but situation remains desperate for remote communities in far north Queensland

The Guardian - AU · Dec 19, 2023

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UN Security Council vote on ceasefire resolution delayed again as talks continue

The UN Security Council delayed a vote on a ceasefire resolution for a second time on Tuesday, with the vote –originally scheduled for yesterday – now set for Wednesday. Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels have launched a spate of attacks on cargo ships and tankers in the Red Sea in recent…

France 24 · Dec 19, 2023

Israel Faces Gaza Ceasefire Calls, US Vows More Arms

Israel faced another round of global pressure on Tuesday for a ceasefire in Gaza with a new UN vote and fresh Western diplomatic efforts, although the United States vowed to continue arming its ally.

International Business Times · Dec 19, 2023

UN Prepares To Start Pulling Peacekeepers From DR Congo

The UN Security Council is expected on Tuesday to accede to a demand from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and launch a gradual withdrawal of peacekeepers, starting later this month.

International Business Times · Dec 19, 2023

West accuses Iran of illegally testing missiles, transferring drones to Russia, enriching uranium

The Western powers in the 2015 nuclear agreement with Iran are accusing Tehran of developing and testing ballistic missiles, transferring hundreds of drones to Russia, and enriching uranium to an unprecedented 60% level for a country without a nuclear weapons program — all in violation of a U.N. resolution endorsing…

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2023

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Israel Says It's Making Porgress And Eliminates 'Terrorist Infrastructure' As Gaza Death Toll Nears 20,000

This week, the IDF reported that it had eliminated a weapons warehouse, security headquarters and at least 7,000 Hamas fighters.

International Business Times UK · Dec 19, 2023

City Council resolution calling for a cease-fire in Gaza advances

The Committee on Health and Human Relations voted Monday to recommend the resolution to the full City Council in January — drawing a roar of applause.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 19, 2023

Small-Island Nations Criticise COP28 Agreement For Not Considering Poorer Economies

While the COP28 agreement sets out to see the end of fossil fuels, the UN reported that the world is still not on track to meet net-zero goals by 2050.

International Business Times UK · Dec 18, 2023

DeSantis and Nikki Haley Clash Ahead of Iowa Caucus

Live update from Edel, Iowa recapping candidate remarks, with focus on a brewing face-off between Florida Governor DeSantis and former UN Ambassador Nikki ...

UN delays vote calling for Gaza ceasefire as US objects to resolution wording

US says it cannot support a reference to a ‘cessation of hostilities’, but might accept a call for a ‘suspension of hostilities’

The Guardian - US · Dec 18, 2023

Morning Mail: Cyclone leaves chaos in its wake, flyers shortchanged, UN Gaza vote

Military called in as far north Queensland is caught out by the cyclone’s ferocity; Choice poll shows long delays in obtaining refunds from airlines

The Guardian - AU · Dec 18, 2023

From laggard to leader? Why Australia must phase out fossil fuel exports, starting now

For years large fossil fuel producers — including Australia — have expanded fossil fuel production while maintaining rhetorically that the world needs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. But global emissions are overwhelmingly caused by the extraction, transport and burning of fossil fuels. Unless fossil fuels are phased out, emissions will…

The Conversation · Dec 18, 2023

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Salon · Dec 18, 2023

HRW: Israel starving Gaza civilians

Israeli forces are blocking aid — and "systematically razed" farmland across Gaza, watchdog group reports

The Guardian - UK · Dec 18, 2023

US defence secretary reasserts support but urges Israel to change tactics in Gaza

Lloyd Austin discusses focus on precise targeting of Hamas leaders; however, UN delays vote calling for cessation of hostilities

The Independent UK · Dec 18, 2023

UN Security Council to vote on resolution urging cessation of hostilities in Gaza to deliver aid

The U.N. Security Council has scheduled a vote on an Arab-sponsored resolution calling for an urgent cessation of hostilities in Gaza to allow unhindered access to deliver humanitarian aid to the massive number of civilians in need of food, water, medicine and other essentials

Al Jazeera · Dec 18, 2023

Death and fear among civilians in NW Syria amid Assad regime’s bombardment

Multiple people were killed in Idlib and towns in the western countryside of Aleppo in shelling over the weekend.

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Latin Times · Dec 18, 2023

International Migrants Day 2023 Looks to Highlight Their Positive Impact on Society

"People on the move are powerful drivers for development in both their origin and destination countries," highlights the U.N.

The Guardian - UK · Dec 18, 2023

Russian courts halt cases against Alexei Navalny after jailed activist disappears

Judges halt seven judicial hearings as UN official says his absence amounts to ‘forced disappearance’

The Conversation · Dec 18, 2023

Advertising toys to children is an environmental nightmare -- here's how parents can deal with it

As Christmas approaches, many children experience the “gimme-gimmes” and write a list of toys that they hope Santa will bring. This is to be expected. Toys give children a chance to learn and be curious, engage their imaginations in play and become socialised with others.

The Independent UK · Dec 18, 2023

UN expert expresses concern as Russian opposition leader Navalny disappears in prison system

The United Nations’ special rapporteur for human rights in Russia says she is concerned about imprisoned Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny

The Guardian - UK · Dec 18, 2023

Judge throws out Kabwe lead-poisoning case against Anglo American mining

South African court dismisses huge class-action lawsuit over toxic legacy of mining at Broken Hill in Zambia between 1925 and 1974

The Conversation · Dec 18, 2023

After 50 years of global effort to abolish torture, much work remains

The world’s first conference on the abolition of torture drew more than 300 delegates representing over 70 countries and international organizations. It opened with the news that the United Nations General Assembly had passed a resolution condemning torture, along with a personal message from the U.N. secretary general.

North Korea Test Launches Potential US-reaching Ballistic Missile

North Korea reportedly tests a ballistic missile with potential to reach all of the US. The missile's range and development raises concern for the U.S. and...

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