UN leaders and business executives are gathering in New York this week to discuss climate change, rising energy prices, artificial intelligence and the growing impact of extreme weather. The discussions are taking place alongside the United Nations General Assembly and Climate Week events. Experts and activists say climate concerns are becoming more urgent as countries […]
The United Nations rights chief has warned that artificial intelligence could pose an existential threat to humanity. Speaking to the UN Human Rights Council on Monday, September 7, Volker Türk called for urgent action to manage the risks linked to AI. He said people now face threats to their rights that are unfamiliar and, in […]
Cuba sanctions are causing serious hardship across the island, according to the United Nations. The UN is now calling on the United States to remove the measures immediately. UN human rights chief Volker Türk said recent restrictions have made daily life much harder for many Cubans. He said fuel shortages and tighter economic measures are […]
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