U.N. working to get humanitarian aid into Syria

The United Nations is trying to get humanitarian assistance to nearly three million people in need of help in Syria following the fall of former President Bashar al-Assad's ruthless regime. Cindy McCain, executive director of the U.N. World Food Program, spoke to "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan about those efforts.

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Rebel Group’s Terrorist Label Could Hinder Efforts to Aid Syria

The United States and others call Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, now taking power in Syria, a terrorist group, blocking funding and even contact with the group. Experts say that should change.
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African Union chairperson candidates advocate for permanent UN Security Council seats

Three African leaders seeking to head the African Union have detailed their plans for regional security amid conflicts and political coups while strongly advocating for inter-Africa trade
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African Union chairperson candidates advocate for permanent UN Security Council seats

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UN human rights office in Venezuela partially resumes work months after government shut it down

The U.N. office on human rights in Venezuela has partially resumed operations in recent weeks
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UN human rights office in Venezuela partially resumes work months after government shut it down

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Getting old sucks -- unless you've won six Super Bowls: Will Bill Belichick's ruthless genius work in college?

North Carolina has extended the shelf life of another septuagenarian
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Countering China: Foreign aid in America’s national interest

Like Japan, the United Kingdom and France, the United States must have a more direct alignment between its foreign aid and commercial interests.
The Hill - 2d
Middle East latest: UN General Assembly demands a ceasefire in Gaza

The U.N. General Assembly overwhelmingly approved resolutions Wednesday demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and expressing support for the U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees that Israel has ...
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Middle East latest: UN General Assembly demands a ceasefire in Gaza

The U.N. General Assembly overwhelmingly approved resolutions Wednesday demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and expressing support for the U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees that Israel has ...
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Biden’s Top Aides Race to Middle East as Militias Wield Power in Syria

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken plans to hold meetings in Jordan and Turkey. Jake Sullivan, the national security adviser, is visiting Israel.
The New York Times - 3d
Fetterman endorses Stefanik for UN ambassador

Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) endorsed Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.), President-elect Trump's choice to serve as ambassador to the United Nations. “Always was a hard YES for @EliseStefanik but it was ...
The Hill - 3d
Fully Remote Work Plummeted in 2024

Companies are starting to place more value on in-office work, according to a new report. But it’s not a return-to-office renaissance quite yet.
Inc. - 3d
U.S. forces working to prevent reemergence of ISIS in Syria

The U.S. has around 900 troops deployed to Syria to help prevent ISIS from reemerging as concerns rise that extremists could take advantage of the power vacuum in the wake of the Assad regime. CBS ...
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Delivering post, calculating inflation: Syrians get back to work after ousting of Assad

Hopes new leaders will revitalise public services previously hampered by authoritarian rule of Bashar al-Assad. Middle East crisis – live updates When Hayyan Maqsoud, the director of Syria’s ...
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UN: Bread price in Syria's Aleppo and Idlib increases by 900%

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Rights group demands probe of ex-governor, 2 army officers in Congo for possible humanitarian crimes

Amnesty International has called for an investigation into a former governor and two top army officials in Congo for “possible crimes against humanity” during a deadly protest crackdown last year
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UN urges Taliban to embrace human rights obligations for Afghanistan’s protection and prosperity

The U.N. mission in Afghanistan wants the country's Taliban rulers to embrace global human rights obligations for the protection and prosperity of future generations
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UN urges Taliban to embrace human rights obligations for Afghanistan’s protection and prosperity

The U.N. mission in Afghanistan wants the country's Taliban rulers to embrace global human rights obligations for the protection and prosperity of future generations
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UN envoy to Syria says 'extremely important' Israel ends its attacks

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More Humanitarian Organizations Will Harness AI’s Potential

The opportunity for artificial intelligence to actually do some good has arrived—if it can be redirected toward where it’s needed most.
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Syria live: preserving territorial integrity is key, say US and Russian diplomats at UN

Deputy US ambassador Robert Wood says situation ‘very fluid’ but that nearly everyone at closed-door UN meeting spoke about need for Syria’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence to ...
The Guardian - 5d
‘Terrorist’ label of Syria’s new rulers will need to be reconsidered, says UN envoy

Geir Pedersen warns there is ‘no way to exclude’ Islamist group that led offensive against Assad regime
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Israeli military says UN peacekeepers in Syria came under attack

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Syria's state news agency denies rumors that President Bashar Assad has left the country, says he is at work in Damascus

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ABC News - Dec. 7
South Korean political chaos all works to Kim Jong Un's benefit

The warmth of Korean American relations during the era of President Yoon Suk Yeol has always been a little too good to be true.
The Hill - Dec. 7
UN to pull non-essential staff from Syria as violence escalates

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Iran ramping up highly enriched uranium stockpile, UN warns

Head of nuclear watchdog said ‘very concerning’ move could rapidly expand Tehran’s production capacity
Financial Times - Dec. 6
Did 2024 Kill Remote Work?

This year, bigwigs like Elon Musk and Amazon took aim at remote work. But one thing is clear: Hybrid is still the MO for plenty of companies.
Inc. - Dec. 5
Ivory Coast’s beloved staple food gains UN cultural heritage status

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Ivory Coast’s beloved staple food gains UN cultural heritage status

Attiéké is made from fermented cassava flour and has become popular across West Africa.
BBC News - Dec. 5
Deadly Israeli Strike Hits Gaza Humanitarian Zone

The Israeli military said it was targeting senior Hamas militants in the area. Video from the scene showed the charred remains of tents.
The New York Times - Dec. 5
Australia backs the UN resolution – and not everyone is happy about it | Fiona Katauskas

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The Guardian - Dec. 5
Fury as US argues against climate obligations at top UN court

US says current climate rules are satisfactory, prompting condemnation from activists and vulnerable countries. Climate justice campaigners have condemned the US after the world’s largest historic ...
The Guardian - Dec. 4
New UN aid chief vows 'ruthlessness' to prioritize spending as funding for world's crises shrinks

The new head of the U.N. humanitarian aid agency is calling for “ruthlessness” when prioritizing how it spends money
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Review: Photorealist painting finally gets due respect. MOCA shows the 'work' in each 'work of art'

Photorealist art, once dismissed as simplistic, gets reconsidered in a sprawling MOCA exhibition in downtown L.A. that includes the premiere of provocative work centered on the Kennedy assassination.
Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4
New UN aid chief vows 'ruthlessness' to prioritize spending as funding for world's crises shrinks

The new head of the U.N. humanitarian aid agency is calling for “ruthlessness” when prioritizing how it spends money
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UN human rights watchdog opens investigation into Venezuela presidential election

The top United Nations human rights watchdog has ordered Venezuela to avoid destroying tally sheets as it opens an investigation into allegations that President Nicolás Maduro stole this summer’s ...
ABC News - Dec. 3
Earn $800,000? You Might Get Financial Aid at an Elite N.Y.C. School.

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NFL Hall of Famer Randy Moss says he's battling health issue, urges men to get blood work

Hall of Fame wide receiver Randy Moss disclosed on Sunday he's facing a serious health issue and asked fans to pray for him and his family.
NBC News - Dec. 2