The agency is this week celebrating the 20th anniversary of the entry into force of its Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) – one […]
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US Sides with Russia, Refusing To Support Ukraine At UN
United Nations: The United States voted with Russia Monday against a resolution condemning its invasion of Ukraine, rejecting a text widely adopted by the UN […]
“Sudden Attack” On Bangladesh Airbase, Locals Clash With Airmen, 1 Killed
Dhaka: A man was killed and several others injured in a clash Monday between a group of local people and air force personnel at an […]
Xiaomi TV Anniversary Sale Brings Discounts on X Pro QLED, A Series, Other Smart TVs
Xiaomi India is offering special discounted prices on its smart TV lineup in the country as part of its seventh-anniversary sale. The Chinese tech brand […]
Ukraine war: Amid shifting alliances, General Assembly passes resolution condemning Russia’s aggression
The resolution tabled by the United States, which omitted mention of Russian aggression, only passed after a majority of Member States voted to add EU-led […]
UKRAINE LIVE: Diplomatic debate steps up a gear as world marks three years since full-scale Russian invasion
February 24 marks three years since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Thousands of civilians have been killed and injured, the economy shattered and […]
World’s ‘warmongers’ must end disdain for global order, UN chief insists
On the opening day of the Human Rights Council in Geneva, Secretary-General rounded on “warmongers who thumb their nose at international law, international humanitarian law […]
Pope Francis Remains Critical, Has Developed “Slight” Kidney Issue
Vatican City: Pope Francis, battling double pneumonia, remains in a critical condition for a second day running and has shown an “initial, slight insufficiency” in […]
Ukraine: Guterres says ‘Enough is Enough’ as war reaches the three-year mark
“On this tragic occasion, I reaffirm the urgent need for a just, sustainable and comprehensive peace – one that fully upholds Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence and […]
Explainer: 5 common myths about child marriage
“I was married at 14, and I lost my first child at 16 during pregnancy,” Ranu Chakma said. Child marriage is common in her village of […]
