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29 May 2009

UN Daily News May 29 2009
Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General

Women

Remembering Helvi Sipilä: UN pioneer and women’s rights activist
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Today's Features

International Day of UN Peacekeepers Observed
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African Finance Ministers to meet in Cairo
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UN Secretary-General honours United Nations peacekeepers
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WHO calls for more graphic health warnings on tobacco packages
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Fact-Finding Mission on Gaza goes to Middle East
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UN Secretary-General condemns bombing of mosque in Iran
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Red Cross is concerned about humanitarian crisis in Mogadishu
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African Finance Ministers set to meet in Cairo
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WHO warns of health risks for displaced people in Pakistan
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IOM launches campaign against prejudices in Ukraine
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ILO says unemployment in Asia and Pacific could top 100 million people
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Other Asian Languages

URDU #22: Bain Ul Aqwami Manzarnama
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URDU #21: Bain Ul Aqwami Manzarnama
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INDONESIAN #22: FOKUS FOKUS KITA
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INDONESIAN #21: FOKUS FOKUS KITA
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HINDI #22: Antar Rashtriya Patrika
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HINDI #21: Antar Rashtriya Patrika
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BANGLA #21 - Jati Shongher Protidhoni
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BANGLA #20 - Jati Shongher Protidhoni
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BANGLA #22 - Jati Shongher Protidhoni
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Caribbean News

General Assembly announces a rescheduling of the Conference on the World Financial and Economic Crisis and its Impact on Development
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UN Calling Asia

Asia and the Financial Crisis: Lessons Learned
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28 May 2009

Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
UN Daily News May 28 2009

Today's Features

Developing African Agriculture through Regional Value Chains
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Women Peacekeepers in Sudan fight Crime
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Today's News

UN Secretary-General condemns attacks against Somalia’s government
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ECA report says productivity remains low in Africa
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UN and partners are ready to rebuild Gaza once Israeli blockade is lifted
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ILO says job losses are increasing due to economic crisis
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Aid to displaced Pakistanis focus on disease prevention, shelter and support to host communities
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FAO announces programme to help cyclone victims in Myanmar
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“Trans-Latins” expand abroad despite financial crisis
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UN and Africa

An indigenous person from Cameroon says land is a problem
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27 May 2009

Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
UN Daily News May 27 2009

Today's Features

Humanitarian crisis in Pakistan continues to develop
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IAEA warns of ocean acidification
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Security Council considers resolution on North Korea’s nuclear test
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Secretary-General condemns bombing in Lahore, Pakistan
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Number of displaced people in Pakistan reaches 3 million
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UN report says world economy is expected to shrink further
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Aid agencies vehicles can move in and out of Menik Farms in Sri Lanka
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FAO says land acquisitions may benefit or harm the rural poor
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Foreign Direct Investment to Latin America and Caribbean to drop sharply
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UNHCR and UN-Habitat join hands to help displaced people in Pakistan
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WFP sets up field office in Central Somalia
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Red Cross says war, disasters and food prices affect millions
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WHO wins Prince of Asturias Award for International Cooperation
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26 May 2009

Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
Outgoing Deputy Chief at UN mission urges Afghans to work with international partners

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Human Rights Council examines the human rights situation in Sri Lanka
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Outgoing UN deputy urges Afghans to “work with us”
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Over 120,000 people displaced by fighting register daily in Pakistan
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Fresh fighting in Mogadishu forces 67,000 to flee homes
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UN human rights chief calls for probe into rights violations in Sri Lanka
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Global health organizations appeal for funding for yellow fever vaccines
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European Union grant boosts farmers in Asia and Africa
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WFP expands operation to cover most vulnerable people in Iraq
Red Cross says cholera cases continue to rise in Zimbabwe
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WHO and IAEA join forces against cancer in developing countries
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Security Council extends mandate of African Union Mission in Somalia
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25 May 2009

UN Security Council condemns North Korea’s nuclear test
UN Daily News May 25 2009
Ban challenges business leaders to retool global economy to a cleaner, greener one

Today's Features

Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues
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Smart card project to advance radiation safety
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UN Security Council condemns North Korea’s nuclear test
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United States wants a strong resolution
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DPRK’s nuclear test a direct threat to peace and security of Japan and Asia
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France urges new sanctions on the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
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Ban challenges business leaders to retool global economy to a cleaner, greener one
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Global condemnation of DPRK nuclear test
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UN chief strongly deplores DPRK underground nuclear test
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IAEA marine scientists warn of dangers of ocean acidification
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UN Security Council to meet in emergency on North Korea’s nuclear test
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Pakistani internally displaced camps offer surprise polio vaccination opportunity
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Health systems critical to expansion of HIV treatment for women and children
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46 countries now reporting H1N1 virus: WHO
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Aid work in Mogadishu grinding to a halt
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22 May 2009

Head of UN health agency close monitoring of H1N1
Secretary-General calls for ‘new multilateralism’ in nitze school commencement
UN Envoy hopes displaced return to Mogadishu
UN Daily News May 22 2009
Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General

Women

The woman who made Times list of 100 Most Influential People, Suraya Pakzad of Afghanistan
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Today's Features

UN and partners launch $543 million appeal for Pakistan
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The battle for life on earth
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UN Envoy hopes displaced return to Mogadishu
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World Business Summit on Climate Change opens in Copenhagen
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UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon visits Sri Lanka
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Head of UN health agency close monitoring of H1N1
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UN and partners call for $543 million to help displaced people in Pakistan
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UN refugee agency calls on government to protect civilians in DR Congo
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Secretary-General says invasive alien species are harming the ecosystem
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UNRWA says Israeli blockade is hampering aid to Palestinians
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UNHCR is concerned about death threats against its partners in Colombia
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UNEP says demand for energy threatens gorillas and their habitats
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Number of displaced people in Pakistan surpasses 1.7 million
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FAO launches animal welfare Internet portal
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UNFPA says displacement in Pakistan places pregnant women at risk
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Ban urges support for Humanitarian Response Plan for Pakistan
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UN-HABITAT and USAID join forces to improve literacy in Afghanistan
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UN drugs chief congratulates Ghana for seizing drugs
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Close to 500 Bangladeshi peacekeepers join UNAMID
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Caribbean News

Hip hop pioneer Russell Simmons appointed Goodwill Ambassador for a Permanent Memorial to honor victims of slavery
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UN Calling Asia

Fighting in Sri Lanka has officially ended
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21 May 2009

Eliminating mother-to-child HIV transmission by 2015
UN Daily News May 21 2009
WHO reports 27 % drop in child deaths
Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General

Today's Features

WHO reports a sharp drop in child mortality rates
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Global seed bank to save humanity
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Bad weather forces UN official stop visit to IDP camps in Sri Lanka
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UNESCO and Mobilink use mobile phones to increase access to literacy
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WHO reports 27 % drop in child deaths
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Security Council delegation impressed with progress in Liberia
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Eliminating mother-to-child HIV transmission by 2015
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UNEP completes fieldwork in Gaza Strip
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UN drug agency and South-eastern Europe tackle corruption
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UN envoy condemns bombings in Baghdad and Kirkuk
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Other Asian Languages

HINDI #20: Antar Rashtriya Patrika
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URDU #20: Bain Ul Aqwami Manzarnama
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INDONESIAN #20: FOKUS FOKUS KITA
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UN and Africa

Trust Fund for Slavery Victims Memorial is launched
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20 May 2009

UN relief agencies call for access to conflict zone in Sri Lanka
UN Daily News May 20 2009
Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
Hip-hop pioneer Russell Simmons appointed Goodwill Ambassador

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Thousands flee fighting in Somali capital
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Mother Earth Day calls for preserving our natural heritage
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CARICOM and AU launch trust fund to honour victims of slavery
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UN relief agencies call for access to conflict zone in Sri Lanka
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UNESCO chief is concerned about trial of Myanmar opposition leader
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Head of UN Gaza probe is disappointed by lack of positive response from Israel
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Fighting displaces 45,000 Somalis in Mogadishu
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WFP air drops food to beat rains in DR Congo
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Security Council concludes visit to Africa.
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FAO trains poor farmers in agribusiness on line
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Joint AU-UN envoy calls for end of fighting near Chad-Sudan border
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Secretary-General reiterates two-state solution in Middle East
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19 May 2009

UN Daily News 19 May 2009
Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
World Health Assembly in Geneva

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UN assists civilians in NE Sri Lanka
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Rights of the indigenous peoples on the global agenda
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UN Secretary-General calls for renewed commitment to reduce nuclear weapons
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Ban calls for global vigilance in fight against H1N1 Virus
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U.S. health official says controlling H1N1 is a “balancing issue”
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Sri Lanka now focuses on peace, says UN spokesman
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UN chief calls for a process of national reconciliation in Sri Lanka
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Secretary-General appoints Bill Clinton as envoy for Haiti
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Security Council concludes visit to DR Congo
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Rights Council to hold special session on Sri Lanka
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18 May 2009

WHO reports H1N1 virus present in 40 countries
Forum on Indigenous Issues begins its session in New York
Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
UN Daily News 18 May 2009

Today's Features

WHO reports H1N1 virus present in 40 countries
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Mothers key to survival in Hiroshima
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World Health Assembly
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Health officials under pressure to make urgent decisions: WHO
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Secretary-General calls for more investments in disaster reduction
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Sudanese rebel leader appears before World Criminal Court
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More than 11 million displaced in Central and East Africa: OCHA
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Brazilian President receives ITU award
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Forum on Indigenous Issues begins its session in New York
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Security Council delegation arrives in DR Congo
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UN is relieved fighting is over in Sri Lanka, says senior official
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15 May 2009

UN warns of humanitarian disaster unfolding in Pakistan
Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General

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UN warns of humanitarian disaster unfolding in Pakistan
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Demand for water must be controlled to avert crisis
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Rights chief concerned war crimes committed in Sri Lanka conflict
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OCHA demands an end to the use of civilians as human shields
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WFP deeply concerned by inability to get food to Sri Lanka conflict zone
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UNHCR chief calls for massive international aid effort for Pakistan
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Health conditions in camps serious but under control: WHO
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UNAIDS sets out action framework for prevention, treatment, care and support
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More than 1.3 million displaced by fighting in Pakistan
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Rights expert calls for humanitarian pause in Sri Lanka conflict
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UN chief underlines critical role of mothers in the family
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Ban welcomes announcement of election date in Cote d’Ivoire
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Caribbean News

Guyana aurges globalresponsibility to forge a new international policy for the environment
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14 May 2009

Still a strong commitment to reach climate agreement in Copenhagen: de Boer
Overcrowding a major problem in Sri Lankan camps: OCHA
Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General

Women

UNFPA Steps Up Assistance to Pregnant Women in Sri Lanka Conflict
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Today's Features

Sri Lankans flee conflict zone
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UN & partners study lessons learned from the tsunami
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Rights expert calls for release of Aung San Suu Kyi
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Ban gravely concerned about Daw Aung San Suu Kyi
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Overcrowding a major problem in Sri Lankan camps: OCHA
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UNHCR chief in Pakistan to observe how agency deals with recent displacements
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UN urges Sri Lanka to expedite screening of civilians
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Environment-led Green revolution key to future food security in Africa
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Still a strong commitment to reach climate agreement in Copenhagen: de Boer
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Humanitarian assistance can no longer reach civilians: ICRC
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UN humanitarian fund gives $8 million to help aid efforts in Kenya
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UN Calling Asia

Myanmar children in the grip of armed forces
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UN and Africa

Violence rocks Somalia as government tries to consolidate itself
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Perspective

Celebrating Astronomy: Rediscovering Our Place in the Universe
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13 May 2009

UN Daily News 13 May 2009
Heavy fighting prevents evacuation of wounded and sick from combat zone
Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
We need to criminalize human trafficking: Ban

Today's Features

Fighting claims life of Red Cross worker in Sri Lanka
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Afghanistan can benefit from cooperation with its neighbors
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UN Security Council expresses grave concern over worsening Sri Lankan crisis
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We need to criminalize human trafficking: Ban
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Violence threatening to displace another 800,000 in Pakistan: WHO
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Investing in an African green revolution will result in progress in MDGs
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UN urges an increase in aid to the Horn of Africa
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Some developing countries more vulnerable H1N1 virus due to weaknesses in public health: WHO
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Heavy fighting continues in the conflict zone in Sri Lanka
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The path to durable peace in Somalia lies with Somalis: Le Roy
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UN concerned about clashes among ethnic groups in Southern Sudan
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UNICEF calls for safe humanitarian access for children in Sri Lankan war zone
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Heavy fighting prevents evacuation of wounded and sick from combat zone
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12 May 2009

ILO says cost of forced labour is over $20 billion a year
UN Daily News 12 May 2009
US among 18 members elected to Human Rights Council
UNHCR moves to ease the plight of thousands fleeing fighting in Pakistan
Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General

Today's Features

Security Council calls for renewed vigor on Middle East peace process
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ILO says cost of forced labour is over $20 billion a year
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Fighting continues in conflict zone in Sri Lanka
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US among 18 members elected to Human Rights Council
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OCHA says it’s witnessing increased suffering of Pakistan civilian population
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ILO says cost of forced labour is over $20 billion a year
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WFP using three-pronged approach to feed Sri Lankans affected by conflict
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Hard-won trade capacities of developing countries should be protected
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UN agencies steeping up humanitarian effort in Sri Lanka
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H1N1 has “full pandemic potential”: Researchers
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WHO says it has no access to Sri Lanka’s conflict zone
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UN envoy condemns violence in Mogadishu
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States rush to beat midnight deadline for submissions to the Commission on the Limits of the Continental Shelf
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11 May 2009

Secretary-General Ban urges Israel to change settlement policies
UN Daily News 11 May 2009
UN holds grave fears for population trapped in fighting in northern Sri Lanka: Weiss
Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General

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UN is concerned about civilians trapped in fighting in northern Sri Lanka
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Nuclear Weapon Free Zone in Northeast Asia
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UN chief appalled at killing of hundreds of civilians in Sri Lanka
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UN holds grave fears for population trapped in fighting in northern Sri Lanka: Weiss
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The killing in Sri Lanka must stop: British foreign secretary
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UNHCR moves to ease the plight of thousands fleeing fighting in Pakistan
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Secretary-General Ban urges Israel to change settlement policies
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Holmes urges increased cooperation to respond to humanitarian needs in Sudan
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30 countries report cases of H1N1 virus
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Lake Victoria communities could be key to millions of climate change dollars for poor countries: UNEP
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8 May 2009

UN agencies deliver relief aid to displaced people in Pakistan
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UN Daily News 8 May 2009
Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General

Women

Marking World Press Freedom Day with a focus on women
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Today's Features

UN agencies bring relief aid to NW Pakistan
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A soccer match to benefit communities in Sierra Leone
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UN agencies respond to massive displacement in NW Pakistan
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Children are the worst affected in armed conflict in Pakistan: UNICEF
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Rights experts express deep concern over lack of transparency in Sri Lanka crisis
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No one should be quarantined solely on the basis of nationality: UN
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The world is better prepared for an influenza pandemic: WHO
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Security concerns in Chad hampering UNHCR operations
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More than 19 million in need of emergency assistance in the Horn of Africa
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25 countries now reporting cases of H1N1 virus: WHO
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IOM, UNICEF launch Zimbabwe campaign to promote safe migration and child protection
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Caribbean News

Grenada tells the Commission on Sustainable Development small island developing states are strongly dependent upon sustainable development strategies
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7 May 2009

Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
UN Daily News 7 May 2009

Today's Features

Human Rights office concerned about Iraq executions
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Women journalists in the line of fire
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UNAIDS calls for bolder action to meet the challenges facing AIDS response
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Armed groups and militias in Lebanon undermine stability of the region: Roed-Larsen
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UN humanitarian chief hails decision by Sudan to allow aid agencies into the country
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Only 13 % of Bethlehem land available for Palestinian use: report
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WHO warns against complacency in dealing with H1N1
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Israel continues to violate Lebanon’s sovereignty: Larsen
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FAO unveils guidelines for emergency assistance to livestock keepers
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UN chief urges governments to respect the rights of citizen journalists
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WFP temporarily suspends food aid distribution in Chad
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UNHCR regrets Italy’s sending migrants back to Libya
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UN attaches great importance to work of Inter-Parliamentary Union: Ban
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Increases in agricultural production and incomes of poorest needed to end food crisis: De Schutter
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Other Asian Languages

INDONESIAN #19: Fokus Fokus Kita
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INDONESIAN #18: Fokus Fokus Kita
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URDU #19: Bain Ul Aqwami Manzarnama
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URDU #18: Bain Ul Aqwami Manzarnama
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BANGLA #19 - Jati Shongher Protidhoni
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BANGLA #18 - Jati Shongher Protidhoni
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HINDI #19 - Antar Rashtriya Patrika
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HINDI #18 - Antar Rashtriya Patrika
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UN Calling Asia

UN representative in Nepal discusses what lies ahead following the resignation of the country’s Prime Minister on May 4th
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UN and Africa

Sustainable Development Commission looks at agriculture in Africa
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6 May 2009

UN Human Rights Office concerned about resumption of the death penalty in Iraq
Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
UN Daily News 6 May 2009

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UN official urges Nepal to remain on path to peace
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Banned persistent organic pollutants list may be expanded
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Secretary-General: Renewed efforts needed for Middle East peace
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Ban urges Chad and Sudan to bridge their differences by peaceful means
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UN urges Iraq to implement moratorium on executions
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UNHCR voices concern over displaced and refugees in Pakistan
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UN humanitarian chief in Sudan to review aid programmes
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More than 190,000 flee Sri Lanka conflict zone
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UN agencies warn of deteriorating humanitarian and security situation in Chad
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New effort to fight malaria without use of DDT
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FAO says “ghost fishing” hurts marine environment
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UN envoy is concern about civilians casualties in Afghanistan
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5 May 2009

US ambassador calls on Nepal's political parties to ensure continuity of government
UN Daily News 5 May 2009

Today's Features

Gaza report and H1N1 influenza dominate UN Chief’s monthly press conference
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Can men be the answer to a global shortage of midwives?
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Security Council expresses concern over unconstitutional changes in a few African countries
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More young people infected with H1N1: WHO
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UN chief urges a humanitarian pause in Sri Lankan conflict
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This is a volatile moment in Nepal’s peace process: UN envoy
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UNICEF warns of child abductions in southern Sudan
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UNHCR revises guidelines for Iraqi asylum claims
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4 May 2009

UN system continues to prepare for possible flu pandemic
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UN Daily News 4 May 2009
Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General

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UN system continues to prepare for possible flu pandemic
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World Press Freedom Day Prize goes to Lasantha Wickrematunge
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Nuclear weapons remain an apocalyptic threat: Ban
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Deep declines in foreign direct investments expected in 2009: UNCTAD
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Ban calls for vigilance in the face of uncertainty over A H1N1 virus
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More than 1,000 cases of A/H1N1 reported in 20 countries: WHO
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FAO urges countries to closely monitor H1N1 in pigs
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UN chief remains concerned by crisis in Madagascar
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UN chief concerned by build-up and movement of troops on Chad-Sudan border
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UN concerned by ongoing military operations in northern Sri Lanka
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1 May 2009

UN Daily News 1 May 2009
Comprehensive Peace Agreement in Sudan faces challenges
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Relief agencies say victims of Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar still need help
Daily Noon Briefing by the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General

Women

A survivor of the 1994 Rwanda genocide tells her story
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Today's Features

Comprehensive Peace Agreement in Sudan faces challenges
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Helen Clark welcomed with Maori ceremony to UNDP
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Today's News

H1N1 virus continues to evolve rapidly: WHO
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No documented evidence of clinical interactions between influenza A /H1N1 and HIV: WHO
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UN extends mandate of UN mission in Sudan
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Relief agencies say victims of Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar still need help
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Political and security situation continue to improve in Lebanon: Ban
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More than 170,000 cross out of Sri Lanka’s conflict zone: OCHA
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End Palestinian demolitions in Jerusalem, UN tells Israel
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Caribbean News

Barbados tells the Bretton Woods institutions global economic and financial crisis on CARICOM States has been severe
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UN Calling Asia

WHO raises alert on H1N1 Influenza
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