World News

WHO: 38 Million Die Annually From Chronic Diseases

The World Health Organization warned Thursday that 38 million people die each year from chronic diseases, which are preventable and treatable.

Full Story »
Middle East: Appealing for ceasefire, Ban urges Israel, Palestinians to find common ground

594343-ki-moon_0_0.jpg
Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon briefs the Security Council on the crisis in Israel and Gaza.

Full Story »
With Gaza on knife’s edge, Ban calls for restraint, urges parties to avert ‘full-blown war’

594232-ki-moon_1_0.jpg
Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon briefs the press on developments in the Middle East.

Full Story »
Ban says Israel’s construction of West Bank wall violates international law, fuels Mid-East tensions

08-06-2009barrier_0.jpg
Palestinian women walk near Israel's barrier near Ramallah in the West Bank.

Full Story »