News headlines for “Geopolitics”, page 197
Healing Minds, Empowering Women: Ghanas Climate Change Battle
- Inter Press Service
BAKU, Nov 21 (IPS) - As climate change wreaks havoc across the globe, its effects are most acutely felt by those living in vulnerable coastal and rural communities.
Nigeria Day at COP29: Celebrating Diversity and Driving Climate Action
- Inter Press Service
BAKU, Nov 21 (IPS) - The Nigeria Pavilion came alive with vibrant colors, cultural pride, and meaningful discussions during the celebration of Nigeria Day this week at COP29.
Hydrogen, Nuclear, and Green Zones: Bold Pledges at COP29
- Inter Press Service
BAKU, Nov 21 (IPS) - As the world intensifies its fight against climate change, the clean energy transition—shifting from fossil fuels to renewable sources—has become a linchpin for sustainable development.
Breaking Cycle of Violence to Save Mothers & Children: Why Ending Gender-Based Violence is Essential for Global Health
- Inter Press Service
GENEVA, Nov 21 (IPS) - Each year, millions of women and children around the world die from preventable causes. Maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) is a shared global priority, yet we often overlook one of its most pressing—and preventable—barriers: violence against women.
Signs of Things to Come As COP29 Presidency Releases New Draft Text
- Inter Press Service
Today the COP29 Presidency released a much-awaited new draft text as the end draws near.
It’s a Deal—Wealthy Nations Pledge Not to Build New Unabated Coal-Power Plants
- Inter Press Service
BAKU, Nov 21 2024 (IPS) - Of all fossil fuels, coal has had the most serious and long-term effects on global warming. When burnt, coal releases more carbon dioxide than oil and gas, producing an estimated 39 percent of the global carbon dioxide emissions. Yet, coal is still the number one energy source, providing nearly 40 percent of the world’s electricity.
Most violent year in Syria since 2020, senior UN official tells Security Council
- UN News
This year of conflict in Syria is “on track to be the most violent since 2020”, with the potential for even greater devastation looming on the horizon, the UN Deputy Special Envoy for Syria told the Security Council on Thursday.
‘Myanmar’s children cannot afford to wait,’ warns UNICEF
- UN News
Children in Myanmar are increasingly caught in the crossfire of intensifying conflict, climate disasters and a collapsing humanitarian system, the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) reported.
Gaza aid delivery ‘grinding to a halt’ alongside rampant insecurity
- UN News
The delivery of life-saving aid across Gaza “is grinding to a halt” amid a surge in armed looting targeting humanitarian convoys, the senior aid official in the region said on Thursday.
ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant and Hamas commander
- UN News
The UN-backed International Criminal Court (ICC) on Thursday issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defence minister Yoav Gallant, together with a former Hamas commander, citing allegations of war crimes and crimes against humanity.
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