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Why Liver Health Can't Wait: A Call to Action

October 26, 2025

Liver health often gets overlooked. It's time to change that. The United Nations is talking about non-communicable diseases. But they're missing a big piece of the puzzle. The liver is a vital organ. It filters toxins. It helps digestion. Yet, it's not getting the attention it deserves. Diseases lik

politics

Israel's Stance on Gaza Aid: Security vs. Humanitarian Needs

April 30, 2025

In a recent court hearing, a lawyer from the US State Department made a strong case for Israel's position on Gaza aid. The lawyer, Joshua Simmons, argued that Israel's security concerns should take priority over its obligations to provide aid to Palestinians in Gaza. This stance comes as the Interna

politics

Gaza's Medics Under Fire: A Closer Look at a Deadly Night

April 5, 2025

In the early hours of March 23, a tragic event unfolded in Tel al-Sultan, a district in southern Gaza. Fifteen medics, part of the Palestinian Red Crescent and Civil Defense teams, were killed by Israeli forces. The incident has sparked controversy, with phone footage challenging Israel's official n

environment

Equal Voices: The Challenge of Climate Negotiations

February 14, 2025

Climate change is a global issue, and everyone should have a say in how to tackle it. But, in reality, it's not that simple. Imagine a big group project where some students have more resources, more time, and more help. This is similar to the United Nations climate talks. Some countries have more ex

politics

Deadly Strikes on a Sudanese Market

February 2, 2025

Sudan's civil war has reached a new low with a recent attack on a busy marketplace in the city of Omdurman. The paramilitary group, named Rapid Support Forces, has been going head-to-head with the country’s military forces. This time, they left a trail of destruction in their wake, taking the lives

environment

Weather Woes: How Climate Change Affects Latin American Food

January 27, 2025

Extreme weather events, made worse by climate change, are causing trouble in Latin America’s food scene. A recent United Nations report highlights how harsh weather has driven up crop prices in countries like Argentina, Mexico, and Nicaragua. In Argentina and Mexico, for instance, corn prices skyroc

history

The United Nations: A Milestone in History

October 25, 2024

Imagine if we had a world where every country worked together for peace and progress. That's what the United Nations (UN) aims to do. Back on Oct. 24, 1945, the UN officially started its mission after 29 countries gave the green light and agreed on its rules, known as the Charter of the United Natio

education

San Ramon Teen Takes the Stage at UN

October 11, 2024

Imagine this: a teenager from San Ramon, California, steps up to the podium at the United Nations General Assembly Science Summit 2024. That teenager was Adya Gupta, and she wasn't just any speaker—she was one of the youngest there! Adya was picked to talk about her nonprofit, Impactt Kids, which he

politics

China's Quest for Global Peace: A Path of Cooperation

September 29, 2024

As the United Nations General Assembly gathered to address pressing global issues, China's foreign minister, Wang Yi, took center stage to reiterate his country's commitment to promoting peace and stability around the world. With a focus on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Wang emphasized the import

opinion

A Path to Peace in Ukraine: Reevaluating the War Strategy

September 28, 2024

The world has witnessed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's remarkable leadership during the ongoing conflict with Russia. His unwavering resolve to protect Ukraine's sovereignty has earned him international recognition. While it's true that Zelensky's "victory plan" has been met with skepticis