
World off-track to meet most Sustainable Development Goals
Only 35% of 169 targets are on track or show "adequate progress," according to the U.N.'s new SDGs report.
Benin is a nation in West Africa located on the Gulf of Guinea. Formerly known as the Republic of Dahomey, the country changed its name to Benin in 1975. Its economy is largely based on subsistence agriculture, a major port, and the production of cotton.
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Only 35% of 169 targets are on track or show "adequate progress," according to the U.N.'s new SDGs report.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio singled out four ICC judges in retaliation for actions against the U.S. and Israel.
The loss of funding could unravel major progress since 2000 in reducing women's deaths during pregnancy and childbirth.
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Entrenched racism, white nationalism, aggressive policing and xenophobia stifle the rights of Americans nationwide.
The U.N. more than tripled its humanitarian aid appeal to $6.7 billion, up from $2 billion, for vulnerable countries.
Maritime piracy and armed robbery have fallen by 24% so far this year. Africa's Gulf of Guinea remains a 'high risk area.'