News
2023
The Defining Stories of May 2023
Explore the stories that shaped our world in May 2023. From cyclones and flash floods to political unrest, the passing of cultural icons and landmark court decisions – an insightful look at the events that made headlines.
Secret Visits, Insane Politics and Devastating Natural Disasters: February 2023 in One Look
A round-up of global news in February 2023, including devastating natural disasters, terrorist attacks, and political developments
Bye bye United Nations: A Jolly Good Move!
Angelina Jolie, has decided to quit her role as a Special Envoy to the United Nations refugee agency citing a desire to “work differently”.
Understanding the Subtle Manipulation of News Media in the Age of Pseudo-Enlightenment
Exploring manipulation tactics and dangers of compliance in the news media.
The End of an Era: December 2022 in One Look
Quickly catch up with everything you have missed in December 2022.
2022
Who are the 2022 Nobel Prize Winners?
A summary of the lucky winners of the 2022 Nobel Prize in physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, literature, peace, and economics.
Madness in Israel, coup attempt in Sao Tome and Principe and earthquake in Indonesia: November 2022 in one look
Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings from the past month with our monthly recap. From major events to key developments, we've got you covered.
Here are what your leaders had to say at the UN General Debate 2022
Quickly catch up with some of the best/worst quotes of the United Nations General Assembly debates.
Women in power, nasty hurricanes and religious zealots — Monthly recap
Quickly catch up with everything that you may have missed in Sep 2022.
China in Focus at UN "Selective Rights Council" (UNRC)
The Human Rights Council passed a resolution on the protection against violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
The Ukraine Recovery Conference: When Guterres (almost) told Russia to piss off
One cannot help comparing Guterres to a spouse in an abusive relationship who does what they can to protect their children from constant harm.
The WHO warns of pathogenic outbreaks threatening Africa
The WHO regional director for Africa, Matshidiso Moeti, warned of a growing risk of pathogenic outbreaks on the continent, caused by human proximity to wild and domesticated animals.
Is Mexico suing the United Nations?
Mexico threatens to sue the UN following the WHO's failure to provide the country with covid vaccines.
Isreal kills like it's no one's business and Asia becomes a new playground for super bullies - August 2022 Recap
Quickly catch up with everything that you may have missed in August in 2022.
America going bananas, new dinosaur and an independent Scotland: June 2022 Recap
Africa 06.06.22**: Nigeria**. Over 50 people, including many children, were gunned down in a catholic church in Ondo State.
Crazy Musk, new Nato members and the most expensive 20th-century art: May 2022 Recap
Africa 08.05.22: Western Sahara. About 44 migrants trying to reach the Canary Islands have drowned off the coast of Moroccan-occupied Western Sahara after their boat capsized.
What you may have missed in April 2022
AFRICA 01.04.22: Mali. As the United Nations confirmed hundreds of civilian deaths owing to the jihadist insurgency, the government announced that the army had killed 203 militants and arrested about 50 others in the Sahel region.
What you may have missed in March 2022
Catch up with everything you may have missed last month.
What you may have missed in February 2022
AFRICA 01.02.22: Guinea-Bissau. President Umaro Sissoco Embalo survived a coup attempt that went on for five hours.
Kazakhstan calls on Russia to help quell its unrest, Rock star Meat Loaf dies and Prince Andrew gets stripped (out of his royal patronage)
From a messy closet to the freezing cold of Helsinki, hosts Ruby Goldenberg and Ariana Yekrangi show their commitment as they recap the events of January 2022 for the Gordian Monthly Recap.
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