UNHCR forced to cut U.S.-related programs for refugees and migrants
Scoop: The cuts result from Trump abolishing Biden-era efforts to save lives through legal U.S. immigration options.
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European minimum wages on the rise but are they enough to keep up?
Minimum wage workers in the E.U. had the most purchasing power in Germany and the least in Estonia.
European court rules against Greece over 'systematic' anti-migration
The European Court of Human Rights' ruling could set a precedent as some nations seek stricter immigration controls.
Heat, drought and death: A deadly combination around the globe
The effects of climate change hit hard from the bombed streets of Gaza to the glitzy venues of the Paris Olympics.
E.U. border agency verified 'credible' migrant pushbacks tied to deaths
Internal documents show the embattled Frontex linked Greece's forcible expulsions to 2022 migrant drownings.
Dutch PM Mark Rutte set to become NATO chief after lining up support
The outgoing Dutch prime minister is tipped to replace Jens Stoltenberg, who will step aside at a summit next month.
Five countries gain uncontested seats on U.N.'s most powerful panel
The U.N. General Assembly elected Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, Panama and Somalia to the Security Council.
WHO warns of gaps, bias in research on climate and vector-borne disease
Most research has focused on wealthier countries that have relatively low disease rates and access to quality heath care.
U.S. vetoes U.N. cease-fire bid as Israelis push south into Gaza
Gaza's aid reached a breaking point as Israel fought to destroy Hamas and groups warned Palestinians face starvation.
Extreme weather is 'new norm' as sea level rise threatens Pacific areas
WMO said the summer of extremes continues: July was the hottest month ever recorded and the high-impact weather continues through August.
Danger of exhausting local water supply puts 1-in-4 at risk globally
'Extremely high water stress' afflicts 83% of the population in the Middle East and North Africa and 74% in South Asia.
Scientists link human impacts to heat waves in U.S., Europe and China
Heat waves can be expected about once every 15 years in the U.S. and Mexico, once a decade in Southern Europe, and once every 5 years in China, according to the study.
NATO secretary general's successor rises on agenda ahead of summit
The debate over who should succeed Jens Stoltenberg, a Norwegian former prime minister, has become complicated. It's also possible he could agree to a fourth contract extension.
A labyrinth of competing interests behind Europe's migration battle
It is a fight that spans the continent and entangles international organizations, border security and others.
Anti-corruption sports organization in works
New momentum for creating a global organization to investigate corruption in sports surfaced as FIFA and UNODC signed a cooperation agreement.
U.S. military officials are bracing for withdrawal from U.N. postal agency
The military delivered more than 88,000 tons of packages and letters last year and must now plan for a possible disruption.