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Peruvian researcher honoured for studying forest-root fungi
The L'Oréal–UNESCO For Women in Science programme recognised Peruvian researcher Sheena Sangay for investigating root-associated fungi and their response to…
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The HU to bring music-for-peace performance to UNESCO
UNESCO announced a forthcoming performance by Mongolian band The HU at its headquarters, linking music with discussion of heritage and cultural diversity.
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UNESCO reports on Africa–Asia youth AI education partnership
UNESCO has published results from a July study tour in Shenzhen organised with CODEMAO to strengthen Africa–Asia cooperation in coding and AI education.
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UNESCO trains policymakers on teaching violent histories
UNESCO reported on October 16 on a Phnom Penh programme bringing education officials from 11 countries together to discuss teaching violent histories and…
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UN projects acute food insecurity for 19.2 million Afghans
WFP and FAO project that 19.2 million people in Afghanistan could face high acute food insecurity during the November–April lean season, around 38% of the…
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WFP calls for early action and reliable funding against hunger
On World Food Day, October 16, WFP urged wider use of innovation and action before crises strike, as conflict, extreme weather and trade disruption pressure…
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Japan funds food assistance for 94,000 people in Mozambique
Japan contributed 300 million yen, approximately $1.8 million, to WFP assistance for 94,000 conflict-affected people in northern Mozambique.
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Japan supports meals for 57,000 pupils in Republic of Congo
Japan provided 300 million yen, about $1.8 million, for school meals and food assistance in the Republic of Congo, WFP announced on October 16.
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European stocks close higher as Stoxx 600 gains 0.6%
European equities finished Friday, October 16 higher, according to Jordan's Petra news agency. The Stoxx 600 rose 0.6% to 644.43 points.
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Amman exhibition brings together works by 36 Jordanian artists
The Seasons of Colour exhibition in Amman features 36 Jordanian artists, Petra reported on October 16. The Jordanian Plastic Artists Association is hosting…
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Russeifa honours Zaid Al-Dabaj for world kickboxing bronze
Russeifa municipality honoured Zaid Al-Dabaj for winning a world kickboxing bronze medal, according to a Petra report published on October 16.
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UK competition authority proposes broader oversight of Microsoft
Britain's Competition and Markets Authority has proposed designating Microsoft with strategic market status, Petra reported on October 16, citing The Times.
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