Global Organized Crime Claims Lives Comparable to Armed Conflicts, UN Warns
Organized crime causes nearly as many deaths annually as war, with significant impacts on governance, public trust, and economic losses worldwide.
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Organized crime causes nearly as many deaths annually as war, with significant impacts on governance, public trust, and economic losses worldwide.
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres highlights the widespread impact of transnational organized crime, which causes nearly as many deaths annually as war and undermines governance worldwide.
UN News | Jul 5, 2026, 9:43 PM
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A global poll reveals Americans are far more likely than people worldwide to view politics as the biggest risk to their safety, highlighting deep partisan divisions and rising political violence in the US.
Guardian US | Jul 22, 2026, 9:48 AM
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A 100-page State Department report alleges Cuba’s communist government seeks to influence US left-wing and African-American advocacy groups, including Black Lives Matter.
Al Jazeera | Jul 21, 2026, 11:56 PMglobal-institutions
The Haitian government and United Nations collaborate to train young leaders in anti-corruption efforts amid challenges of insecurity and weak institutions.
UN News | Jul 18, 2026, 3:40 AMpolitics
Following President Donald Trump’s renewed allegations of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election, Democratic leaders and governors issued strong rebuttals, emphasizing the security of U.S. elections.
The Hill | Jul 17, 2026, 3:42 AM
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Microsoft, Amazon, and Google’s carbon emissions rose nearly 20% in a year, driven by datacentre expansion amid growing AI and cloud service demand.
Guardian US | Jul 11, 2026, 12:48 PM
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Recent appellate decisions address a Salvadoran colonel's liability under the Torture Victim Protection Act, expanded federal financial reporting requirements, and police use of force in Oklahoma.
Reason | Jul 10, 2026, 9:12 PM
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The federal government has indicted a group of Minneapolis activists linked to Direct Action MN for coordinating protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations, prompting organizers to stand firm amid allegations.
Guardian US | Jul 10, 2026, 4:16 PM
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A new cholera outbreak in Sudan has resulted in more than 100 deaths, with aid efforts hindered by conflict and limited access to besieged areas such as El-Obeid.
UN News | Jul 10, 2026, 2:32 PM
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Top UN officials emphasize the importance of effective policing and partnerships amid budget challenges at the fifth UN Chiefs of Police Summit.
UN News | Jul 7, 2026, 9:59 PM
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Los Angeles federal prosecutors link the Indian organized crime group 'Bishnoi' to the killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada and announce additional charges against related Indian crime syndicates.
CBS Politics | Jul 7, 2026, 7:00 PM
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A 2020 video reveals Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico discussing efforts to end over-policing of communities of color following Black Lives Matter protests.
Fox News Latest | Jul 29, 2026, 6:22 PM
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UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell highlights escalating climate crises worldwide, with record temperatures and widespread wildfires causing severe human and economic impacts.
UN News | Jul 29, 2026, 1:06 AM
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The UN International Organization for Migration highlights a multibillion-dollar criminal industry exploiting job seekers, with victims trafficked into scam centers primarily across Asia.
UN News | Jul 28, 2026, 7:55 PM
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The Department of the Treasury has introduced a new online portal incentivizing Americans to report fraud, money laundering, and sanctions violations, as part of a broader anti-fraud campaign led by Vice President JD Vance.
Fox News Latest | Jul 28, 2026, 7:27 PM
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The Malaysian government revoked the business license of a US tech entrepreneur's start-up community amid investigations sparked by activist allegations.
ABC Australia News | Jul 28, 2026, 7:14 PM
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The World Health Organization cautions that years of advances in combating HIV, viral hepatitis, and sexually transmitted infections risk stalling due to funding cuts, humanitarian crises, and persistent inequalities.
UN News | Jul 28, 2026, 6:52 PM
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Erik Davis, a college professor and activist, was arrested and charged with conspiracy to impede Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers amid protests in the Twin Cities.
Guardian US | Jul 28, 2026, 5:54 PM
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The UN refugee agency urges renewed commitment to protect over 41 million displaced people worldwide amid ongoing conflicts.
UN News | Jul 28, 2026, 5:45 PM
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Fifa’s plan to expand football funding through private investment sparks strong backlash from European football’s governing body Uefa.
BBC World | Jul 28, 2026, 4:26 PM
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The ongoing war in Iran has sent shockwaves through global economies, pushing millions toward poverty and reshaping daily life for individuals thousands of miles from the conflict.
Washington Times News | Jul 27, 2026, 6:17 PM
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The march near the site of Caldwell's brother's murder highlighted ongoing violence in Chicago and the absence of key city leaders.
Fox News Latest | Jul 27, 2026, 6:11 PM
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The ongoing war in Iran has sent shockwaves through global oil markets and economies, pushing millions closer to poverty and reshaping daily life for individuals thousands of miles from the conflict.
Washington Times News | Jul 27, 2026, 5:03 PMShowing 1-24 of 143 articles.