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Supported by UN Women, police forces are becoming more responsive to survivors of violence
UN women has partnered with relevant organizations to publish 'The Handbook on Gender-responsive Police Services for Women and Girls Subject to Violence.'
The key to India opening up safely after COVID-19? Improving indoor air quality
Jai Dhar Gupta, founder of Nirvana Being, a protective solutions company, has developed a four-point plan that should help improve indoor air quality.
COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 21 July
Top stories: Indonesia extends COVID-19 curbs; WHO chief backs Tokyo Olympic Games; 80% of new US cases due to Delta variant.
Home or office? Survey shows opinions about work after COVID-19
Across the world, people expect employers to allow more flexibility when the COVID-19 pandemic is over, a new survey shows. Two-thirds want flexible work.
This is how the 2020 recession affected Europe’s public and private sectors
For the strongest pandemic recovery, the IMF advises policy support and interventions continue for those most affected, in a 'gradual and cautious' approach.
COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 20 July
Top stories: Europe passes 50 million confirmed COVID-19 cases; President Biden urges Americans to get vaccinated; Eid al-Adha celebrated under COVID-19 curbs.
Why the world needs to rethink primary healthcare after the pandemic
In 1978, a global convention called for better primary healthcare. The World Bank says we’re still not doing enough.
COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 19 July
Top stories: Restrictions eased in England from today; Nigeria puts six states on red alert; Thailand to expand COVID-19 restrictions.
This new technology uses your smartphone to test for COVID-19
Researchers at the University of Toronto have developed a COVID-19 test that uses smartphone cameras to detect the presence of antibodies.
How to prepare for easing restrictions after pandemic lockdowns
A professor of psychiatric epidemiology explains how we can all manage our return to 'normal' as COVID-19 pandemic restrictions ease in some countries
Why venture capital should commit to gender balance
Private capital can help female-led or founded companies to survive a global pandemic that has adversely affected women and exacerbated inequalities.
IMF: How social unrest can inspire changes in policy
Social unrest can be caused by frustrations including the handling of a crisis, mounting inequality, corruption and negatively affects economic recovery.