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As Conflicts Surge Around the World, New Approaches to Prevention Can Save Lives and Money - Up to US$70 Billion Per Year

Preventing violent conflict saves lives and money—up to US$70 billion per year on average, according to a study published by the World Bank and the United Nations, on March 1.

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Trump Hints at Tougher Punishment for Drug Dealers

U.S. President Donald Trump hinted at a much tougher policy toward drug dealers, during a White House summit on the nation's opioid crisis.

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Airstrikes, shelling continue in Syria despite Security Council’s ceasefire call – top UN officials

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Jeffrey Feltman, Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs, addresses the Security Council...

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Egypt’s Top Prosecutor Monitoring Media Ahead of Elections

Egypt’s top state prosecutor has ordered his staff to closely monitor all news and social media outlets and take action against any they deem to be “hurting national interests.”

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