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Bill Gates says climate change is serious but not apocalyptic, urging focus on reducing human suffering
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Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates writes in a new memo that climate change, while a major problem, "will not lead to humanity’s demise" and argues policymakers should prioritize reducing human suffering—especially in poorer countries. The memo arrives ahead of next month’s United Nations climate summit in Brazil.
UN general assembly approves resolution against blockade on cuba
The United Nations General Assembly approved a resolution demanding an end to the economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States on Cuba, with 165 votes in favor, seven against, and 12 abstentions. This vote marks the worst diplomatic support for Cuba in the history of these annual resolutions. Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez described it as a victory for his country.
UN issues safety warning on Tesla-style door handles
United Nations car safety officials have raised alarms over Tesla-style retractable door handles, linking them to passenger deaths in crashes. The electronic mechanisms may fail to open if a vehicle's power is lost, trapping occupants. This follows a US lawsuit against Tesla and proposals for new global standards.
Cuba advocates defending UN founding principles
Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez expressed the need to protect the United Nations from the threat posed by the United States government to its founding principles. The statement came from Havana on October 24. Rodriguez highlighted the importance of safeguarding the international organization's integrity.
UK Reform Party deputy leader disputes Gaza famine claims
Richard Tice, deputy leader of the UK's Reform Party, has described reports of famine in Gaza as a 'blatant lie' after visiting the Israeli-Gaza border. He accuses the United Nations and British government of ignoring aid flows and promoting manipulated narratives. A report backs his claims by highlighting flaws in UN famine data.
UN postpones vote on global carbon tax for shipping
The United Nations has delayed a vote on imposing the world's first global carbon tax on shipping emissions by one year, following opposition led by the United States and Saudi Arabia. The decision came during an International Maritime Organization session in London, where consensus could not be reached. The Trump administration hailed the postponement as a major victory against what it called an unconstitutional tax.