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Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General - on the Democratic Republic of the Congo [scroll down for French version] | United Nations Secretary-General

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un.org - United Nations Office of the Spokesperson of the Secretary-General The Secretary-General strongly condemns the attack, on 5 February,  against a helicopter of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO). The helicopter came under fire while travelling from Beni to Goma, North Kivu province, resulting in one South African peacekeeper killed and another severely injured. The crew managed to land the helicopter in Goma.   posted by friends:   (2) @UN_News_Centre: .@ antonioguterres strongly condemns the attack against a helicopter of @ MONUSCO . He recalls that attacks against United Nations peacekeepers may constitute a war crime under international law. Full statement: un.org/sg/en/content/… 06.02.2023 00.48.47 @UN_Spokesperson: .@ antonioguterres strongly condemns the attack against a helicopter of @ MONUSCO . He recalls that attacks against United Nations peacekeepers may constitute a war crim

DeSantis Takes On the Education Establishment, and Builds His Brand

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nytimes.com - By Stephanie Saul, Patricia Mazzei and Trip Gabriel A proposal by Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida to overhaul higher education would mandate courses in Western civilization, eliminate diversity programs and reduce the protections of tenure. posted by friends:   (1) @jmgladstar: Top story: DeSantis Takes On the Education Establishment, and Builds His Brand nytimes.com/2023/01/31/us/…, see more tweetedtimes.com/jmgladstar?s=t… 01.02.2023 06.08.55 posted by friends of friends:   (1) @alexanderrusso: ... With so much free media from the Times and others. nytimes.com/2023/01/31/us/… 01.02.2023 04.35.44 source http://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/31/us/governor-desantis-higher-education-chris-rufo.html

@antonioguterres: 'Every year 800,000 women and girls die due to the lack of clean water, basic sanitation, and hygiene. This is a tragedy that should push us to act. Ensuring access to these basic services is essential for women to lead safe, productive & healthy lives.‌ '

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twitter.com posted by friends:   (2) @UN_News_Centre: Every year 800,000 women and girls die due to the lack of clean water, basic sanitation, and hygiene. This is a tragedy that should push us to act. Ensuring access to these basic services is essential for women to lead safe, productive & healthy lives.‌ pic.twitter.com/lU8nFSyp7i 01.02.2023 02.38.21 @UN_Spokesperson: Every year 800,000 women and girls die due to the lack of clean water, basic sanitation, and hygiene. This is a tragedy that should push us to act. Ensuring access to these basic services is essential for women to lead safe, productive & healthy lives.‌ pic.twitter.com/lU8nFSyp7i 31.01.2023 23.06.36 posted by friends of friends:   (0) source https://twitter.com/antonioguterres/status/1620549965981556736/photo/1

Outlook for 2023: Tackling the ‘polycrisis’ | UNICEF

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unicef.org Multiple threats are converging to leave families reeling. But putting children at the centre of the response can help shape a brighter future posted by friends:   (2) @UN: Displacement No access to education Rising malnutrition rates Multiple, interconnected crises continue to devastate children's lives. In 2023, we need coordinated action to protect their futures. ‌ unicef.org/blog/outlook-2… 31.01.2023 23.31.04 @UNICEF: The outlook for 2023 is shaped by ‘polycrisis.’ The impacts of COVID-19, war, high energy prices, inflation, climate change and food insecurity are taking a toll on children. This demands a coordinated effort to protect children’s futures. unicef.org/blog/outlook-2… 31.01.2023 20.24.28 @UNICEF: Displacement No access to education Rising malnutrition rates Multiple, interconnected crises continue to devastate children's lives. In 2023, we need coordinated action to protect their futures. ‌ unicef.org/blog/outlook-2… 3

@UN_PGA: 'During my visit to a Primary Healthcare Center in Kannuru, Karnataka, I saw firsthand how the UN's partnership with the Government is aiding in COVID-19 management through digital tech support & effective cold chain management of vaccines. '

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twitter.com posted by friends:   (2) @UN_News_Centre: During my visit to a Primary Healthcare Center in Kannuru, Karnataka, I saw firsthand how the UN's partnership with the 🇮🇳 Government is aiding in COVID-19 management through digital tech support & effective cold chain management of vaccines. pic.twitter.com/AMbOCDPEni 31.01.2023 22.01.14 @UN_PGA: During my visit to a Primary Healthcare Center in Kannuru, Karnataka, I saw firsthand how the UN's partnership with the 🇮🇳 Government is aiding in COVID-19 management through digital tech support & effective cold chain management of vaccines. pic.twitter.com/AMbOCDPEni 31.01.2023 19.10.38 posted by friends of friends:   (0) source https://twitter.com/UN_PGA/status/1620499818337669120/photo/1

@ProfOsinbajo: 'It was a pleasure to meet a delegation of the European Union Election Observation Mission led by Mr. Barry Andrews, the Chief Observer, who is also a member of the European Parliament. '

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twitter.com posted by friends:   (2) @NigeriaGov: It was a pleasure to meet a delegation of the European Union Election Observation Mission led by Mr. Barry Andrews, the Chief Observer, who is also a member of the European Parliament. pic.twitter.com/ptp6MRQQVB 31.01.2023 10.17.23 @ProfOsinbajo: It was a pleasure to meet a delegation of the European Union Election Observation Mission led by Mr. Barry Andrews, the Chief Observer, who is also a member of the European Parliament. pic.twitter.com/ptp6MRQQVB 30.01.2023 18.57.06 posted by friends of friends:   (0) source https://twitter.com/ProfOsinbajo/status/1620134023090831362/photo/1

How to Find the Courage to Start New - Addicted 2 Success

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addicted2success.com - Casey Fox It’s 2023, a new year, new you, right? But how do we start over? How do we make the changes in our lives that we crave so much to see?  Change is hard, especially today, where 1 in 3 people are diagnosed with anxiety. I can imagine the other 2 in 3 feel the clutches of anxiety in their lives. The constant need to ‘keep up with the Kardashians,’ to post how happy we are on social media, and to put on a smiling face can be daunting if not downright haunting.  So how do we change when change is sc.  show all text posted by friends:   (2) @lnspiration4U: How to Find the Courage to Start New - buff.ly/3Duw4ps pic.twitter.com/Mt41Nk7XyU 31.01.2023 07.44.01 @Addictd2Success: How to Find the Courage to Start New - buff.ly/3Duw4ps pic.twitter.com/efgc0jChYO 31.01.2023 06.07.01 posted by friends of friends:   (0) source https://addicted2success.com/life/how-to-find-the-courage-to-start-new/

amplifyHER episode 10 : Lyn Lapid | | UN News

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news.un.org On the last episode of amplifyHER, we speak to singer, songwriter, and social media star Lyn Lapid. A first-generation American born to Filipino immigrants, Lyn found social media fame after launching her Tik Tok page in late 2019, quickly building an audience of five million followers, captivated by her voice. posted by friends:   (2) @UN_News_Centre: PODCAST: the last episode of #amplifyHER features Tik Tok star @ lynlapid , who tells us about challenges and opportunities of starting a music career on social media. bit.ly/3iqDZNe pic.twitter.com/NFCLvG2KJS 31.01.2023 07.00.00 @UN: PODCAST: the last episode of #amplifyHER features Tik Tok star @ lynlapid , who tells us about challenges and opportunities of starting a music career on social media. bit.ly/3iqDZNe pic.twitter.com/q2WZlR2yTT 30.01.2023 21.55.46 posted by friends of friends:   (0) source https://news.un.org/en/audio/2023/01/1132267