Study indicates global involuntary exposure to toxic plastic chemicals
A global network of nonprofit groups advocating for stronger regulation underscored the need for a plastic treaty.
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Scientists urge global food system overhaul to avert farmland crisis
Their plan would ‘bend the curve’ of land degradation by reducing food waste and restoring half of degraded lands.
Washington vows retaliation over U.N. shipping emissions plan
The move comes ahead of a critical vote to adopt a new fuel standard and global carbon pricing mechanism for emissions.
Trump's D.C. crackdown draws fire weeks after U.N. rebuke on policy
The U.N. official's position directly clashes with the Trump administration, an indicator of a potential legal battle.
Panama Canal's future a point of contention at U.N. Security Council
The U.S. warns of Beijing’s growing influence, while China accuses Washington of fabricating a pretext to seize the canal.
Killings of six more journalists in Gaza spark outrage, condemnation
International Federation of Journalists' general secretary denounced deliberate targeting of journalists as a "war crime."
WTO forecasts trade headwinds as U.S. tariffs soar to century high
Asian economies are projected to remain the largest positive driver of world merchandise trade volume growth in 2025.
Probe of WEF founder nears end as organization charts path in turmoil
While the board has said the allegations remain unproven, the investigation is the focal point of an internal power struggle.
Lobbyists outnumber E.U. diplomats at plastic treaty talks, analysis shows
Corporate presence at the INC-5.2 negotiations in Geneva raises concerns about the integrity of the final treaty text.
International monitors to de-escalate conflict by UNESCO site
The ceasefire provides a much-needed pause but a definitive resolution has eluded Thailand and Cambodia for decades.
NASA fast-tracks lunar nuclear reactor amid new space race
NASA's plan is governed by a complex framework of international accords including the 1967 Outer Space Treaty.
A generation at risk as Sudan's humanitarian crisis deepens
The crisis uprooted entire communities, with children 'reduced to just skin and bones' and 80% of them not in school.
Global parliamentarians call for unity and stronger multilateralism
The declaration underscored that complex global problems demand unified responses and strong political will.
New megaflash lightning record exceeds distance of pilgrimage route
The new record for longest lightning flash is 829 kilometers (515 miles), which would take at least 90 minutes in a plane.
News and aid organizations demand Israel act to end starvation in Gaza
Trump criticized Israel, adding to the fury over Palestinians' severe hunger crisis, as Israel paused some Gaza operations.
European diplomats to continue Iranian nuclear talks after Istanbul
Talks between the E3 and Iran marked their first formal round since the 12-day conflict with Israel and the U.S. in June.