Poll suggest Torontonians want cyclists to be licensed and insured

Jul 19, 2017, at 05:37 am

Toronto, July 18 (IBNS): A recent poll conducted suggested that majority of Torontonians are in favour of the license and insurance of cyclists, media reports said.

Donald Trump likely to release his wish list on NAFTA soon

Jul 19, 2017, at 05:13 am

Washington/Ottawa, July 18 (IBNS): After repeated complaints, US President Donald Trump is expected to release his wish list on North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) soon, media reports said.

Children increasingly targeted for murder, rape in Central African Republic – UNICEF

Jul 19, 2017, at 04:16 am

New York, July 18(Just Earth News): Renewed fighting in the Central African Republic (CAR) is increasingly targeting children, while there are concerns that the humanitarian needs in the country could escalate to levels not seen since the crisis four years ago, United Nations humanitarian officials on Wednesday said.

Japanese YouTube star Piko Taro makes first UN appearance, promotes Global Goals

Jul 19, 2017, at 04:15 am

New York, July 18(Just Earth News): Japanese entertainer Piko Taro, famous for his “Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen” (PPAP) viral music video, has joined the ranks of celebrities who promote the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on behalf of Governments, the United Nations, civil society and other actors in the global development community.

Despite some improvements, food security remains dire in Syria – UN agencies

Jul 19, 2017, at 04:15 am

New York, July 18(Just Earth News): In spite of improvements in wheat production in war-torn Syria – about 12 per cent more than last year's record low – the overall food security situation remains far worse than before the conflict, the United Nations food security and emergency food relief agencies have said.

Residential building collapses in Pakistan, 6 killed

Jul 18, 2017, at 08:53 pm

Karachi, July 18 (IBNS): A three-storey residential building collapsed in Karachi's Liaquatabad area on Tuesday, killing at least six people, media reports said.

As ‘drivers’ of innovation, youth need skills and capacity – UN General Assembly President

Jul 18, 2017, at 01:43 pm

New York, July 18(Just Earth News): Underscoring the importance of well trained and capable youth to realize the opportunities offered by advances in technology and innovation, the President of the United Nations General Assembly on Monday called for building their capacities to ensure that they can fulfil their potential as well as support sustainable development.

Global problems need global solutions, UN officials tell ministers at development forum

Jul 18, 2017, at 01:42 pm

New York, July 18(Just Earth News): Opening the high-level segment of the annual forum designed to discuss implementation of the anti-poverty agenda, top United Nations officials on Monday stressed the importance of multilateralism to address global problems.

UN rights group concludes evaluation of Palestinians living under occupation

Jul 18, 2017, at 01:39 pm

New York, July 18(Just Earth News): A committee of United Nations experts has completed its annual evaluation of the situation of people in the Occupied Palestinian Territories, hearing serious concerns about Israel’s human rights record, including the deteriorating situation in Gaza, inadequate protection for detained children and increasing obstacles being faced by human rights defenders and journalists.

FEATURE: Sustainable Development Goals through the lens of students

Jul 18, 2017, at 01:37 pm

New York, July 18(Just Earth News): Prize-winning photographs taken by students from around the world – currently exhibited at United Nations Headquarters in New York – encapsulate their own ideas and feelings about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

UN food standards body kicks off session by tackling arsenic in rice, pesticide residues

Jul 18, 2017, at 01:36 pm

New York, July 18(Just Earth News): A United Nations standards-setting body on Monday adopted a number of decisions to ensure food safety, including maximum residue limits for a range of drugs used in cattle and other animals, as well as revisions to guidance on agricultural and hygienic practices to minimize microbial, chemical and physical hazards to fresh fruits and vegetables.

After Mosul victory, senior UN officials detail Iraq’s political and humanitarian needs

Jul 18, 2017, at 01:34 pm

New York, July 18(Just Earth News): Senior United Nations officials on Monday called for regional and international support to stabilize newly liberated Mosul and to create conditions for peace and development throughout Iraq.

Health services, especially vaccines, must ‘reach the unreached,’ stress UN agencies

Jul 18, 2017, at 01:33 pm

New York, July 18(Just Earth News): Globally, nearly 13 million infants – almost one in ten – did not receive any vaccinations last year, putting them at serious risk of potentially fatal diseases, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Monday, urging greater efforts to extend the reach of health services.

B.C. wildfire: Commoners extend their helping hands to the evacuees

Jul 18, 2017, at 06:06 am

Ottawa, July 18 (IBNS): Around 37,000 people from British Columbia's Interior, who were forced to get evacuated owing to a wildfire around ten days ago, received help from commoners, media reports said.

GTA home sale plunges, touches lowest point since 2010

Jul 18, 2017, at 05:04 am

Ottawa, July 17 (IBNS): Following the plunge of the Greater Toronto market, the home sale in Canada touched its lowest point last month since 2010, media reports said.

UN report urges accelerated efforts to achieve Sustainable Development Goals

Jul 18, 2017, at 04:03 am

New York, July 17(Just Earth News): If the world is to eradicate poverty, address climate change and build peaceful, inclusive societies for all by 2030, greater efforts are needed to accelerate progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), according to a United Nations report presented On Mondayby Secretary-General António Guterres.

Civilians continue to bear the brunt of Afghanistan's 'ugly war' – UN report

Jul 18, 2017, at 04:02 am

New York, July 17(Just Earth News): Civilians lives – including those of women and children – continue to be lost at record high levels amid a worsening toll of suicide attacks, the United Nations mission in Afghanistan said today, calling on anti-government forces to stop indiscriminate attacks against civilians as well as on the Government to stop using mortars and rockets in populated areas.

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau meets his namesake

Jul 18, 2017, at 01:18 am

Toronto, July 17 (IBNS): Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently met his little namesake.

Two dead, 27 injured in Pakistan explosion by suicide bomber

Jul 17, 2017, at 09:01 pm

Peshwar, Jul 17 (IBNS) : An explosion triggered by a suspected suicide bomber rocked Peshawar city in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa of Pakistan early on Monday, leaving at least two security personnel dead and several others wounded.

Skills for the Future of Work: WYSD’s theme for this year

Jul 17, 2017, at 08:25 pm

Toronto, July 17 (IBNS): World Youth Skills Day (WYSD) was celebrated on July 15 throughout the world, with this year’s theme being “Skills for the Future of Work’, media reports said.

Syria talks end with 'incremental progress' but 'no breakthrough' – UN envoy

Jul 16, 2017, at 05:14 am

New York, July 15(Just Earth News): Speaking to reporters in the early hours of Saturday in Geneva, United Nations Special Envoy Staffan de Mistura said that the latest round of the intra-Syrian talks ended with “incremental progress.”

YouTube star Lilly Singh named UNICEF goodwill envoy

Jul 16, 2017, at 05:12 am

New York, July 15(Just Earth News): The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has appointed Indian-origin Canadian YouTube star and actress Lilly Singh as its newest Goodwill Ambassador.

Two years on, UN chief stresses 'sustained commitment essential' for Iran nuclear deal

Jul 16, 2017, at 05:08 am

New York, July 15(Just Earth News): Marking the second anniversary of the historic agreement aimed at ensuring the exclusively peaceful nature of Iran's nuclear programme, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has commended the Gulf country for implementing its nuclear-related commitments.

Afghanistan: Militants kill two policemen

Jul 15, 2017, at 11:07 pm

Kabul, July 15 (IBNS): At least two policemen were killed in a Taliban attack in Zabul province of Afghanistan on Saturday, media reports said.

Afghanistan: ISIS-K chief killed, confirms US

Jul 15, 2017, at 10:38 pm

Washington/Kabul, July 15 (IBNS): The US on Saturday confirmed the killing of head of Islamic State of Iraq and Syria-Khorasan in Afghanistan.

Malala Yousafzai's brother writes letter to wish on birthday, sister shares on Twitter

Jul 15, 2017, at 10:17 pm

Islamabad, July 15 (IBNS): Noble prize winner Malala Yousafzai shares a strong bond with her brother.

Strong partnership between UN and Member States vital to end sexual exploitation and abuse

Jul 15, 2017, at 01:13 pm

New York, July 15(Just Earth News): Senior United Nations officials on Thursday underscored the importance of a strong partnership between the Organization and Member States in moving forward with efforts to prevent and address sexual exploitation and abuse.

Faith central to hope and resilience, highlights UN chief, launching initiative to combat atrocities

Jul 15, 2017, at 01:11 pm

New York, July 15(Just Earth News): Voicing concern over the abuse of religion to justify incitement to violence and discrimination, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Friday underscored the importance of religious leaders in preventing violence and contributing to peace and stability.

Guterres condemns deadly attack on Israeli police officers in Old City of Jerusalem

Jul 15, 2017, at 05:54 am

New York, July 15(Just Earth News): United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has condemned this morning’s deadly attack by three assailants that left two Israeli police officers dead and leaving a third one injured in the Old City of Jerusalem.

Ahead of Sunday's consultation in Venezuela, UN voices concern for demonstrators

Jul 15, 2017, at 05:53 am

New York, July 15(Just Earth News): The United Nations on Friday expressed concern about the situation in Venezuela, where nearly 100 people have died since April and more than 1,500 were injured in connection with ongoing protests.