Mauritius Celebrates its National Day
She stresses that Mauritian leaders have succeeded in the space of a single generation in creating one of Africa's strongest and most developed economies.
Deadly Outbreak of Measles Engulfs Yemen
According to reports, the disease is spreading quickly to highly populated areas as well as areas suffering from high levels of acute malnutrition.
Drug Dependence Claims Some 250,000 Lives Annually
In his remarks at the opening in Vienna of the 55th session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND), Mr. Fedotov said prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, reintegration and health have to be recognized as key elements in their strategy.
Civilians Continue to Bear The Brunt of Violence in Syria
The head of the United Nations-appointed panel probing human rights abuses in the country today reported that the use of force by security forces and the military against armed groups has often led to collective punishment.
Human Rights Conditions in North Korea Remain Deplorable
Special Rapporteur Marzuki Darusman says the United States seek his views on how the DPRK can develop a more transparent and fair judicial system.
