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The United Nations Security Council has endorsed a resolution advocating for an immediate halt to hostilities in Gaza throughout Ramadan, marking a pivotal shift after a prolonged deadlock of five months, various media sources revealed Monday. This decision marked a significant turn in diplomatic...

The United Nations (UN) Security Council has disclosed findings from an investigation into North Korea’s sanction evasion tactics, revealing a significant portion of the country’s foreign currency earnings — approximately 50% — stem from cyberattacks on cryptocurrency-related firms....

The ongoing war between Israel and Hamas is leading to a potential famine in northern Gaza, as warned by the UN food agency. The agency reports that 70% of the remaining population is at risk of severe hunger. What Happened: The UN food agency announced on Monday that northern Gaza is on the verge...

President Joe Biden has suggested that a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza could be imminent, possibly as early as this weekend. What Happened: Biden, speaking at a campaign event in New York City on Monday, indicated that the fighting in Gaza might come to a halt...

The World Food Program (WFP) has announced a halt in food deliveries to northern Gaza due to the escalating chaos in the region. This decision has raised concerns about a potential famine. The WFP’s move comes amid a significant reduction in the entry of aid trucks into Gaza. What Happened:...

The United States has put forward a draft resolution at the United Nations Security Council, highlighting the critical need for a “temporary ceasefire in Gaza as soon as practicable.” This proposal, as verified by Reuters on Monday, marks a pivotal shift in the U.S.’s stance...

Researchers funded by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) developed innovative, cost-effective forensic methods to measure the exact amount of THC present in a cannabis sample, aiming to accurately differentiate hemp from marijuana. Expensive Precision For A Costly And Outdated War The...

China has issued a warning to Israel, cautioning of a potential “serious humanitarian disaster” in Gaza. This comes amid mounting international pressure on Israel to agree to a ceasefire with Hamas. What Happened: China has urged Israel to halt its military operation in the southern...

The United Nations is reportedly investigating a series of cyberattacks allegedly orchestrated by North Korea, which generated a staggering $3 billion. The funds were purportedly used to develop the country’s nuclear weapons program further. What Happened: A panel of independent sanctions...

Employees of the United Nations Relief and Work Agency (UNWRA) — the humanitarian aid agency of the UN — participated in the Hamas terror attack of Oct. 7, according to an Israeli intelligence document seen by the media on Monday. The document claimed seven of UNWRA’s staff entered Israel...

The Houthis have issued an order for U.S. and British nationals in Yemen to leave the country within a month. What Happened: The Houthi authorities have directed U.S. and British staff of the United Nations and humanitarian organizations based in Sanaa to leave Yemen within 30 days, as reported by...

In a staggering display of war on drugs fervor, Sri Lanka has detained over 40,000 people in a nationwide crackdown on illegal substances trade and use, code-named “Operation Yukthiya.” The operation, facing criticism from international human rights organizations, marks a significant...

Tether (CRYPTO: USDT) plays a critical role in facilitating a "parallel banking system" utilized by organized crime groups. What Happened: According to the United Nations (UN), USDT has become a favored payment method for criminal activities, particularly in the illegal gambling sector in...

The U.N. Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) confirmed once again that marijuana continues to be the most used substance worldwide. According to its World Drug Report for 2023 released this week, there were approximately 219 million marijuana users in 2021, or some 4.3% of the...

The United Nations Security Council passed a resolution Friday to enhance humanitarian aid to Gaza amid ongoing military operations by Israel — yet it stopped short of demanding an immediate ceasefire. The resolution emphasizes the need for "safe, unhindered, and expanded humanitarian access...