Europe fit for the Digital Age: new rules and actions for excellence and trust in AI
The Commission proposes today new rules and actions aiming to turn Europe into the global hub for trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (AI). The combination of...
ACT now to speed up funding for COVID-19 tools
Although a landmark global collaboration has developed and delivered COVID-19 vaccines and diagnostics worldwide, critical funding shortfalls remain, the World Health Organization (WHO) said...
Climate change link to displacement of most vulnerable is clear
Weather-related crises have triggered more than twice as much displacement as conflict and violence in the last decade, the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) said on Thursday.
Coinciding...
Laboratory policy: a guide to development and implementation
More than ever, the past year has shown the need for effective testing capacities and related laboratory infrastructure. Today, the United Nations Industrial Development...
5 Ways Technology Is Improving Construction Site Safety
The construction industry remains one of the deadliest jobs even in the 21st century. Regulations have been put in place by government agencies and...
Decade of Disruption: Global Real Estate CEOs Plan for Industry Transformation
The real estate industry needs to transform to serve the needs of people and cities in the next decade, according to a new report...
How to Ensure that your Teen Driver Learns the Principles of Safe Driving
If your teenager is now eligible to apply for a provisional licence, it’s natural that you would have mixed emotions about this major milestone....
Resilience Needed to Jump Start Final Stages of Energy Transition
As countries continue their progress in transitioning to clean energy, it is critical to root the transition in economic, political and social practices to...
‘No end’ to conflict in Ethiopia’s Tigray region
Disturbing reports have continued to emerge of widespread abuse of civilians in Ethiopia’s Tigray region, nearly six months since conflict erupted, the UN Children’s...
Thousands flee fresh clashes in Central African Republic
Recent fighting between government forces and rebels in northern Central African Republic (CAR) has forced more than 2,000 refugees into neighboring Chad over the...