Climate and Nature
UNESCO adds 18 new sites to its global geoparks network
Geoparks are protected areas recognized for their geological heritage and are important for conservation, education and sustainable development. UNESCO just added 18 more.
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Health and Healthcare
A third of European children are overweight. Here's why that matters
A new report shows that roughly one in three primary school-aged children is living with obesity, and the numbers are set to rise further.
Ocean
Countries must forge ‘Global Blue Deal’ to protect the ocean: UNCTAD
UNCTAD's Trade and Environment Review values the ocean economy at $3-6 billion and calls for a global Blue Deal to promote sustainable use of ocean resources.
Education, Skills and Learning
These are the barriers facing global education targets, according to UNESCO
Many countries could fail to reach their national education targets for 2030 unless they receive an extra $97 billion in funding, according to UNESCO.
Gender Inequality
For first time, women represented in all parliaments of the world
Following the release of the IPU's latest report, this UN bulletin offers a roundup of news on gender equity progress in governments around the world.
GROWTH2023
Jobs and pay for women haven't changed much in 20 years, says the ILO
Women not only get paid less but also have a harder time finding work than men; a new International Labour Organization report highlights this gender gap.
Financial and Monetary Systems
No more excuses: Guterres calls for ‘revolution of support’ to aid world’s least developed countries
UN Secretary-General António Guterres says the world’s least developed countries are facing many crises and wants reform of the global financial system.
Sustainable Development
5 things you need to know about the world’s least developed countries
Least developed countries are those listed by the United Nations as having the lowest indicators of socioeconomic development across a range of indexes.
Global Health
Cholera outbreaks are putting 1 billion people at risk, WHO says
22 countries worldwide are currently fighting cholera outbreaks. A lack of access to safe water and sanitation is contributing to the spread of disease.
Global Health
WHO report reveals how countries managed malaria threats in 2021
The World Malaria Report shows how countries avoided setbacks to malaria prevention, testing and treatment in 2021. New treatments are also expected.
Pandemic Preparedness and Response
Here's why 'povertyism' should be illegal, according to the UN
It is still possible to make progress on eradicating poverty by 2030, but only if we stamp out negative attitudes towards those who are struggling, says UN.
COP 27
COP27: $3.1 billion plan to achieve early warning systems for all by 2027
At the COP27, the UN Secretary-General unveiled a plan which calls for new targeted investments of $3.1 billion to provide early warning systems for everyone on the planet.
Water
Here's how to deliver safe drinking water to all, according to the UN
Providing safe drinking water and sanitation for everyone on the planet is crucial, but a quarter of the world’s population is still being left behind, the UN warns.
Climate Change
¿Cómo están inspirando los videojuegos una nueva ola de acción climática?
Los videojuegos podrían representar una nueva forma de conectar con las personas y comprometerlas con la lucha contra el cambio climático.
SDG 13: Climate Action
How are video games inspiring a new wave of climate action?
Video games like Mission 1.5 are helping users learn about the climate crisis and participate in climate action, with proceeds of some games funding tree planting.