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.
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Plastic treaty talks open with longshot bid for consensus deal
The negotiations in Geneva are the sixth round of talks since 175 nations agreed in 2022 to create a legally binding 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.
Geneva's plastic treaty talks at make-or-break moment for ocean health
The 10-day session at the U.N.'s European headquarters is widely seen as the definitive moment for a global accord.
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.
Famine is declared in Gaza as the food security indicators collapse
The global standard for assessing food insecurity reports more than 1-in-3 people go without food for longer than a day.
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.
British physician Dr. David Nabarro, a global health visionary, dies at 75
Tributes highlighted Dr. Nabarro's profound influence and strategic acumen in tackling health and humanitarian crises.
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.
U.N. top court rules a healthy environment is a human right
The court's advisory opinion stems from a sustained campaign led by Vanuatu and supported by 130 U.N. member nations.
Trump administration pulls plug on UNESCO again, cites anti-Israel bias
The U.S. will remain a full member of UNESCO until its withdrawal officially takes effect at the close of next year.
Global droughts intensify threats to food security, trade, social stability
Experts call it a 'slow-moving global catastrophe' for food, energy, and trade that will require systematic monitoring.
U.S. and Italy reject WHO pandemic changes to global health regulations
In a move that undercuts health cooperation, the countries cited concerns the reforms would infringe on sovereignty.
U.N. refugee agency warns 11.6 million at risk in dire funding cuts
Financial aid and emergency relief deliveries have dropped 60% globally, as shelter programs are critically diminished.
Congress sends cuts to foreign aid and public media to Trump's desk
The package will greatly impact the ability of international organizations and foreign aid programs to deliver help.