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ON THIS DAY: UN adopts convention on the rights of the child (1989)

On 20 November 1989, the United Nations General Assembly formally adopted the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), which is a landmark...

ON THIS DAY: Kofi Annan presents plan for Cyprus issue (2002)

On 11 November 2002, United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan formally presented his long-awaited Annan Plan for the resolution of the Cyprus issue — one...

Cyprus calls for stronger UN framework to protect journalists

Cyprus has called for a stronger legal framework, the promotion of digital literacy and international cooperation to protect journalists worldwide, the island’s Permanent Representative...

ON THIS DAY: The United Nations was founded (1945)

On 24 October 1945, the United Nations was founded following the devastation of World War II. Created to maintain peace, foster cooperation, and uphold...

Europeans likely to initiate UN sanctions process on Iran on Thursday

Britain, France and Germany are likely to begin the process of reimposing UN sanctions on Iran on Thursday, but hope Tehran will provide commitments over its...

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ON THIS DAY: Nelson Mandela died (2013)

On 5 December 2013 the world lost Nelson Rolihlahla...

Eurovision boycott in 2026 grows as four countries withdraw

Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia will boycott the...

Olympic Flame arrives in Rome for Milano-Cortina 2026

The Olympic Flame for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Games...

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A fire is raging through dry grass and wild...
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