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The enforcement of human rights has long been an issue for the U.N. After much fanfare about the new UNHRC, the question remains: is it getting its job done? more...
By: Patrick J Coyle
The UN Commission on Sustainable Development looks at biofuels and sees potential problems along with the benifits of energy independance and reducing carbon emmissions. more...
By: Parth Shah
The U.N.'s latest report carries the toughest warning about the impacts of global warming, which is affected marine life and tourist hot spots such as Goa. more...
UN SG Condemns Peacekeeper Deaths
The recent deaths of African Union (AU) peacekeepers highlights the continued unrest and strife in Darfur. more...
UN:20,000 Dead Annually from Mines
Despite the best efforts of various United Nations (UN) agencies, landmines continue to kill almost 20,000 people each year. more...
By: Judy Stafford
March 8th signifies a day for Women that is celebrated around the world. more...
Aboriginal Rights, CERD Findings
By: Tyson Yunkaporta
Has there been any improvement in Australian Aboriginal rights since the UN condemned Australia's racism and descrimination record nearly ten years ago? more...
By: Tyson Yunkaporta
Since 1999, the Australian Government has been on CERD's agenda of urgent business, but the government has categorically failed to acknowledge this. more...
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