El Niño: Almost everywhere will face above average summer temperatures, WMO warns El Niño is a naturally occurring weather phenomenon but its effects are worse because of climate change. Euronews · Jun 2
Prepare for imminent return of El Niño, UN warns UN agency predicts phenomenon that supercharges weather extremes has 80% chance of forming before September The Guardian - UK · Jun 2
Russian drone launched against Ukraine crashes in Romania, injuring 2 Romanian authorities say a Russian drone that was part of an overnight attack on Ukraine crashed into an apartment building in eastern Romania The Independent UK · May 29
Israel freezes out UN chief António Guterres over inclusion on sexual violence list The UN cited "credible information" regarding sexual violence allegedly committed by Israeli security forces against Palestinians in prisons and other detention centres. Euronews · May 28
Has Russia lost 10% of its refining capacity? Ukraine launches drones as Moscow attacks Danube port city Ukraine launched drone strikes on Russian regions, including those housing oil infrastructure, while Russia retaliated with attacks on Ukrainian port facilities. President Zelenskyy highlighted a significant drop in Russia's oil refining capacity due to these actions. Efforts to end the protracted conflict remain stalled, with both sides continuing cross-border strikes… The Times of India · May 19
'No society is immune' to housing crisis, UN chief warns at World Urban Forum in Baku António Guterres told the World Urban Forum in Baku that no country is immune from the housing crisis, as 40,000 delegates gathered for the second day of talks. Euronews · May 18
The American epoch of oil is collapsing. What comes next could be ugly China is dominating the energy transition with astonishing result, while fossil fuel fascists in the US try to turn back the clock The Guardian - US · May 17
Mali’s forces target rebel alliance in junta’s fight to keep power Army supported by Russian mercenaries launches airstrikes after offensive by coalition of Islamist extremists and Tuareg separatists The Guardian - UK · May 15
Macron ends Africa trip in Ethiopia with focus on UN reform and inclusive governance French President Emmanuel Macron has concluded his Africa visit with talks in Ethiopia The Independent UK · May 13
Trump officials threaten UN budget cuts as US pushes ‘trade over aid’ agenda US seeks free-market private investment deals over development assistance as experts warn of ripple effects The Guardian - US · May 4
Putin just handed Iran a lifeline after Trump’s ‘all the cards’ bluff backfired in the Strait of Hormuz Russian President Vladimir Putin just threw Iran a diplomatic lifeline as tensions in the Strait of Hormuz threaten to reignite full-scale conflict. During a high-profile meeting in Russia, Putin praised Iran’s “courage” and pledged unwavering support, signaling Moscow’s growing role in shaping the outcome of the standoff. The move comes… The Mary Sue · Apr 28
4 vying to be the next UN chief try to set themselves apart as race heats up Four candidates vying to lead the United Nations have spent hours being grilled about their views on issues from restoring global peace to ending escalating poverty The Independent UK · Apr 26
Macky Sall pitches four decades of power as his UN calling card Former Senegalese president Macky Sall closed the public hearings for candidates seeking to succeed António Guterres as United Nations secretary-general, presenting himself as a bridge-builder. He is the only African in the race and the only one of the four candidates never to have held a position within the UN. Radio France Internationale · Apr 23
Iran-US war latest: Tehran calls opening Strait of Hormuz ‘impossible’ as US navy chief steps down US blockade of Iran’s ports choking economy, White House says, as President Trump suggests peace talks could restart The Independent UK · Apr 22
The Independent UK · Apr 17 Iran-US war latest: Tehran accuses Trump of ‘piracy’ after US forces seize tanker in Strait of Hormuz Donald Trump threatened to strike Iran’s civilian infrastructure if Iran ‘don’t take the deal’ as ceasefire nears end
The Guardian - AU · Apr 17 US extends waiver allowing countries to buy Russian oil – as it happened This blog is now closed
Fortune · Apr 7 Billionaire NASA chief who's been to space twice says critics of billionaire space travel are 'outright wrong.' Jared Isaacman spoke out as Artemis II became the first crewed lunar mission in more than 50 years.
We Got This Covered · Mar 23 The UN just dropped a war crime bombshell about the U.S. and Israel — and it’s not what their leaders want the world to hear Image by US Mission Geneva, CC BY-ND 2.0.
The Independent UK · Mar 20 UN chief says there are ‘reasonable grounds’ to believe war crimes have been committed by both sides in Iran UN Secretary-General António Guterres suggested Israel was to blame for the conflict
International Business Times UK · Mar 13 US Under Trump Stands Alone Against UN Women's Rights Resolution As Vote Passes 37–1 To Cheers The US was the only nation to vote against a landmark gender-equality document at the UN's women's rights body, leading to a standing ovation from 37 nations.
AAP · Mar 10 Gender equality efforts 'eroded' by tech-based abuse Advocates are calling on governments around the world to crack down on gender-based violence facilitated through tech, as well as education for young people.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 10 If there was ever a moment for Australia’s shift to renewables and EVs, this is it Yes, Australia needs fuel. But the Middle East war also shows the necessity of setting ourselves up for the future
The Independent UK · Mar 9 Why aren’t renewables better protecting the UK from energy price shocks amid Trump’s war on Iran? How the UK's gas addiction keeps energy bills high despite the rising role of wind and solar
The Independent UK · Mar 9 As Iran war shakes energy system, some see powerful argument for renewable energy The Iran war is shaking the global energy system and with it Earth's climate future
The Guardian - US · Mar 2 Melania Trump urges protecting children’s education at UN after Iran school strike The first lady’s UN security council speech came days after Iranian media reported an airstrike killed 165 people and injured 96 others at girls’ school