World News

Explosion Kills 14 at Egyptian Police Building

A strong explosion has hit a police headquarters in Egypt's Nile Delta region, killing at least 14 people and injuring 100 others.

‘Historic’ accord at UN forum moves Asia-Pacific countries towards regional economic community

05-02-2013noeleenheyzer_1_0_0.jpg
Under-Secretary-General and ESCAP Executive Secretary Noeleen Heyzer.

As South Sudan conflict worsens, Ban proposes reinforcing UN peacekeepers

12-20-2013UNMISS_Civilians_0_0.jpg
UNMISS peacekeepers have been assisting displaced civilians in South Sudan by providing...

South Sudan: Ban demands end to violence as UN mission relocates staff from Juba

12-19-2013South_Sudan_1_0_0.jpg
Civilians streaming into the UNMISS compound in Bor, capital of Jonglei state, South Sudan,...