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Stories from the UN Archive: Beckham’s goals for children

England football legend David Beckham has been a Goodwill Ambassador for the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) for almost two decades. On this year’s World Children’s Day, marked annually on 20 November,… [...]

Haiti at a ‘dire crossroads’, Security Council hears

Haiti is at a dire crossroads, with extreme levels of gang violence continuing to degrade State authority with “no improvement in sight”, a senior UN political affairs official told the… [...]

Haiti: ‘Very critical situation on the ground,’ warns Humanitarian Coordinator

Gang violence in Haiti continues to escalate, displacing thousands from Port-au-Prince and straining already limited aid resources, according to the UN Resident Coordinator, Ulrika Richardson. [...]

Children face unprecedented challenges by 2050, UNICEF report warns

The future of childhood ‘hangs in the balance’ as three major global forces reshape children’s lives, according to UN Children’s Fund UNICEF’s flagship report released on World Children’s Day.  [...]

United States vetoes Gaza ceasefire resolution at Security Council

The United States on Wednesday vetoed a UN Security Council draft resolution that demanded an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. [...]

Baku talks heat up: New climate finance deal, urban challenges in COP29 spotlight

As intense round-the-clock COP29 climate talks enter their final stretch in Baku, delegates on Wednesday are eagerly awaiting updates on the progress of negotiations regarding a new climate finance target.… [...]

Global Health

Jeddah conference closes with adoption of global pledges to tackle antimicrobial resistance

The 4th Global High-Level Ministerial Conference on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) wrapped up on Saturday with the adoption of the Jeddah Commitments, which lay out practical, actionable and cross-sectoral steps stakeholders… [...]

Antimicrobial resistance crisis ‘happening now,’ WHO’s Tedros stresses at Jeddah summit

The top UN health official gave a sobering reality check as the Fourth Global High-Level Ministerial Meeting on Antimicrobial Resistance began Friday in Jeddah: “AMR doesn't just threaten to make… [...]

World News in Brief: Haiti crisis, measles surge, global torture accord turns 40

Insecurity and overlapping crises afflicting Haiti are continuing to fuel a dire humanitarian situation across the Caribbean nation, the UN Spokesperson said on Thursday. [...]

From Declaration to action: Antimicrobial resistance initiatives centre stage at Jeddah conference

Antimicrobial resistance initiatives are back in the spotlight as stakeholders gather in Jeddah, on the Saudi Arabian coast, a few months after a high-level meeting in New York led to… [...]

Global diabetes epidemic reaches critical levels with 800 million cases

Global diabetes cases have quadrupled since 1990, affecting over 800 million adults worldwide, according to a World Health Organization (WHO) study released to coincide with World Diabetes Day.  [...]

Adolescents face mounting pressure at school, decline in family support

Adolescents across Europe, Central Asia and Canada say they face rising school pressure and diminishing support from families and friends, according to a new report from the World Health Organization… [...]

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The key health achievements of COP29, and other top health stories

1. COP29 forms coalition for health-climate action The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan marked a transformative … [...]

Why is human-first design essential to the future of the internet?

Human-first design is a foundation for responsible innovation. It redefines the technology development lifecycle by challenging developers, product … [...]

BRICS: Here’s what to know about the international bloc

In 2001, researchers at the investment bank Goldman Sachs published a paper that detailed how four emerging economies—Brazil, Russia, India and … [...]

How equitable access to medicines can drive sustainable returns for investors

The pharmaceutical industry stands at a critical juncture. As advances in science allow companies to develop an unprecedented range of life-saving … [...]

7 facts about the global water crisis and water resilience that COP29 leaders should know

The global water crisis is escalating and knocking the water cycle off kilter, with huge implications for economies, societies and the planet. We can … [...]

‘Make or break’ moment for renewables targets, and other top energy stories

1. Renewables targets will be missed unless efforts are stepped up, says IRENA There is a “significant gap” between political announcements around … [...]

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to solve some of today’s most pressing societal challenges – from climate change to healthcare … [...]

Farmers must be front of the line for climate compensation after COP29. Here's why

After the last UN climate talks in Dubai were dubbed the “Food COP”, it makes sense that COP29 focuses on finance. The food and agriculture sector is … [...]

EOS Science News

- Thorsten W. Becker
Compositional Anomalies Complicate Our Model of Mantle Convection

A new study expands on recent research which suggests that oceanic crust accumulates in the mid-mantle. The new seismological constraints advance our understanding of thermo-chemical planetary evolution. [...]

- Erin Martin-Jones
Creeping Faults May Have Simpler Geometries

A recent study offers an alternative perspective on why some fault segments slide smoothly, whereas others get stuck and produce earthquakes. [...]

- Aaron Sidder
Dry Heat, Wet Heat, and Wetland Methane Emissions

Compound weather events—such as extreme cold or heat combined with severe dryness or precipitation—have a greater effect on wetland methane emissions than discrete weather extremes do. [...]

- Lei Zhou
Are Rogue Argo Floats Skewing Ocean Salinity Data Products?

Global ocean salinity products have become increasingly inconsistent since 2015, coinciding with a drift to higher salinity values in a number of Argo sensors. [...]

- Sarah Derouin
Oil, Gas, and COVID-19

Early in the pandemic, people living near oil and gas wells experienced higher rates of COVID-19 and related mortality compared with those with no exposure to well pollution. [...]

- Andrew Chapman
Few Minerals Are Named for Women

New research shows that that less than 3% of all minerals are named after women, and progress has stalled since 1985. [...]

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NASA Breaking News

- Lee Mohon
NASA, SpaceX Illustrate Key Moments of Artemis Lunar Lander Mission

NASA is working with U.S. industry to develop the human landing systems that will safely carry astronauts from lunar orbit to the surface of the Moon and back throughout the… [...]

- Monika Luabeya
STS-129 Crew Aboard the Space Station

The STS-129 crew members pose for a portrait following a joint news conference with the Expedition 21 crew members on Nov. 24, 2009. Astronauts Charles O. Hobaugh, Mike Foreman, Leland… [...]

- Angelique Herring

Media are invited to learn about a unique series of flight tests happening in Virginia in partnership between NASA and GE Aerospace that aim to help the aviation industry better… [...]

- Lee Mohon
NASA’s Chandra, Hubble Tune Into ‘Flame-Throwing’ Guitar Nebula

Normally found only in heavy metal bands or certain post-apocalyptic films, a “flame-throwing guitar” has now been spotted moving through space. Astronomers have captured movies of this extreme cosmic object… [...]

Discovery Alert: A Rare Glimpse of a Newborn Planet

The Discovery A huge planet with a long name – IRAS 04125+2902 b – is really just a baby: only 3 million years old. And because such infant worlds are… [...]

- Jordan T. Pogorzelski

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- Abby Tabor
What is BioSentinel?

Editor’s Note: This article was updated Nov. 20, 2024 shortly after BioSentinel’s mission marked two years of operation in deep space. Astronauts live in a pretty extreme environment aboard the International… [...]

5 Surprising NASA Heliophysics Discoveries Not Related to the Sun

With NASA’s fleet of heliophysics spacecraft, scientists monitor our Sun and investigate its influences throughout the solar system. However, the fleet’s constant watch and often-unique perspectives sometimes create opportunities to… [...]

European Southern Observatory

New ESO image captures a dark wolf in the sky

For Halloween, the European Southern Observatory (ESO) reveals this spooktacular image of a dark nebula that creates the illusion of a wolf-like silhouette against a colourful cosmic backdrop. Fittingly nicknamed… [...]

Space oddity: Most distant rotating disc galaxy found

Researchers have discovered the most distant Milky-Way-like galaxy yet observed. Dubbed REBELS-25, this disc galaxy seems as orderly as present-day galaxies, but we see it as it was when the… [...]

Scientists discover planet orbiting closest single star to our Sun

Using the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope (ESO’s VLT), astronomers have discovered an exoplanet orbiting Barnard’s star, the closest single star to our Sun. On this newly discovered exoplanet,… [...]

ESO telescope captures the most detailed infrared map ever of our Milky Way

Astronomers have published a gigantic infrared map of the Milky Way containing more than 1.5 billion objects ― the most detailed one ever made. Using the European Southern Observatory’s VISTA… [...]

Astronomers track bubbles on star’s surface in most detailed video yet

For the first time, astronomers have captured images of a star other than the Sun in enough detail to track the motion of bubbling gas on its surface. The images… [...]

EHT scientists make highest-resolution observations yet from the surface of Earth

The Event Horizon Telescope (EHT) Collaboration has conducted test observations, using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) and other facilities, that achieved the highest resolution ever obtained from the surface… [...]

Last segment blank of the world’s largest telescope mirror successfully delivered

The European Southern Observatory’s Extremely Large Telescope (ESO’s ELT), under construction in the Chilean Atacama Desert, is one step closer to completion. German company SCHOTT has successfully delivered the blank… [...]

Astronomers see a massive black hole awaken in real time

In late 2019 the previously unremarkable galaxy SDSS1335+0728 suddenly started shining brighter than ever before. To understand why, astronomers have used data from several space and ground-based observatories, including the… [...]

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 Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) launched X-band defense communication satellite [...]

Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) set up the schedule for the launch of X-band defense [...]

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Geek Bar Meloso Bar 30000 – The Future of Disposable Vapes

In an exciting development for the vaping industry, Geek Bar has unveiled its latest innovation, the Geek Bar Meloso Bar 30000. Designed to elevate the disposable vape experience, the Meloso Bar 30000 combines a striking zodiac-themed aesthetic with cutting-edge technology, providing up to 30,000 puffs of smooth, satisfying flavor. This new product is poised to set … Read more

Enhance Corporate Relations with Luxury Champagne Gifting

As companies seek innovative and thoughtful ways to nurture relationships with clients and employees, luxury champagne gift baskets are gaining popularity in the corporate gifting arena. By offering a selection of popular champagne brands, businesses can elevate their gifting strategy and leave a lasting impression during special occasions. Among the most sought-after options are Veuve … Read more

Urban Air Mobility [UAM] Market to be Worth USD 55.0 Billion by 2034

According to Prophecy Market Insights, the global urban air mobility [UAM] market size and share value is projected to grow from USD 3.4 Billion in 2024 and is forecasted to reach USD 55.0 Billion by 2034, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 32.10% during the forecast period (2024 – 2034). Urban Air Mobility … Read more

All Brite Dental Expands Services, Brings Expert Dental Care In Dearborn

Dearborn, MI – 26th Sept 2024 – All Brite Dental is excited to announce the launch of its comprehensive dental services in Dearborn, offering patients access to the best dental care in the area. Led by Dr. Zia Rafiq, DDS, All Brite Dental provides a wide range of services, from routine checkups and cleanings to more … Read more

DogFender Announces the Launch of All-New Website

DogFender is the world’s first and best safety system for your furry friend. This ultimate device offers splendidly unique and useful features such as choice of 3 defence levels, 360 degree throat and neck protection, night lights, USB fast charge and other striking features. September 9, 2023 – DogFender, a highly advanced, smart dog collar … Read more
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DataLabs Inc. Partners with Singapore Construction Service Provider RATEC Asia to Enter ASEAN Market

DataLabs Inc. has entered a partnership with RATEC Asia Pte Ltd. and will begin providing its 3D rebar inspection system “Modely” to construction companies in Singapore and the ASEAN region. DataLabs is a startup that provides products utilizing automated 3D modeling (Scan to BIM) technology, and RATEC Asia is a provider of sales and implementation … Read more