The 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly opened with all the pomp and pageantry the annual diplomatic jamboree demands. But beneath the flags, motorcades, and speeches, the week revealed a world at odds with itself — divided by war, shaken by climate breakdown, and uncertain whether the UN, now an octogenarian, still has…
The foreign ministers of Brazil, Germany, India, and Japan – the so-called G4 nations – renewed their demand for urgent reform of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), calling for an expansion in both permanent and non-permanent membership to reflect “contemporary geopolitical realities.” Meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly’s 80th session, Foreign…
The United Nations Security Council will hold a high-level open debate on Wednesday on artificial intelligence (AI) under the “Maintenance of international peace and security” agenda, chaired by Republic of Korea President Lee Jae Myung. Briefings will come from UN Secretary-General António Guterres, Yoshua Bengio and Yejin Choi (Stanford University). The debate will explore AI’s…
The United Nations turned 80 this week, but the milestone felt less like a celebration than a stress test. From the green-marble podium of the General Assembly, leaders laid bare their visions for the future. Secretary-General António Guterres pleaded for unity in the face of multiplying crises. General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock pressed for renewed…
The United Nations opens its 80th General Assembly this week, a milestone session meant to celebrate eight decades of diplomacy and collective action. Yet the mood in New York is anything but celebratory. The war in Gaza, grinding on into its second year, has left more than 65,000 Palestinians dead and pushed the enclave to…
The United Nations opens its 80th General Assembly session Tuesday, Sept. 23, with world leaders gathering in New York amid global crises. The annual debate, the diplomatic centerpiece of the UN calendar, runs through Sept. 29 under the theme: “Better together: 80 years and more for peace, development and human rights.” Leaders from 193 member…
From the soaring domes of Hagia Sophia to the majestic libraries of Europe, Ertug has spent over fifty years capturing architectural wonders with poetic precision, creating a timeless visual archive of cultural heritage Renowned for his breathtaking large-format architectural and cultural heritage photography, Ahmet Ertug stands at the crossroads of art, history, and architecture….
In the vibrant world of classical music, American-Israeli-Japanese cellist Kristina Reiko Cooper stands out not only for her electrifying performances but also for her unwavering belief in music’s profound capacity to heal, connect, and transcend. Blessed with a captivating stage presence and an effervescent personality, Cooper has built a remarkable career that seamlessly weaves together…
John Gast, American Progress, 1872 Columbia, the female figure of America, leads Americans into the West and into the future by carrying the values of republicanism. MANIFEST DESTINY Manifest Destiny is defined as “the concept of American exceptionalism, that is, the belief that America occupies a special place among the countries of the world.” The…
In an age where misinformation can spread rapidly, a new initiative aims to empower individuals to discern between authentic and AI-generated media. The Detect Fakes project has launched a website designed to educate users on how to spot DeepFakes—realistic videos and images manipulated by artificial intelligence. The platform invites users to engage with thousands of…
New York, December 13, 2024 – Betul Yuruk, senior international correspondent and executive editor of Envoy Magazine, was awarded the Gold Elizabeth Neuffer Memorial Prize by the United Nations Correspondents Association (UNCA) in New York on December 13. The award, named in honor of Elizabeth Neuffer, the late Boston Globe bureau chief who died while…
In the next five years, global temperatures are projected to surpass the 1.5°C mark above pre-industrial levels, with an 80% likelihood of at least one year exceeding this threshold. This acceleration poses a serious challenge to the Paris Agreement’s goals. The ocean, absorbing most of the excess heat, is warming at an alarming rate, leading…
Ensari Caymaz’s (33) biggest accomplishment lies in his transformative impact on the communities of Malawi over the course of eight years.
Her family didn’t have TV until she turned 17. Now, with her Dream Chaser space shuttle she is ready to send astronauts to space.
