WHO launches $1 billion global appeal

Feb 04, 2026

Geneva [Switzerland], February 4: The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Tuesday launched its 2026 global appeal for nearly $1 billion to ensure that millions of people living in humanitarian crises...

Nearly 40% of cancer cases could be prevented, UN study finds

Feb 04, 2026

Geneva [Switzerland], February 4: Up to four in 10 cancer cases globally could be prevented, new analysis has revealed, highlighting the need for stronger tobacco control and other measures to...

Horrific humanitarian crisis in Sudan endured more 1000 days, far too long: UN

Feb 04, 2026

New York [US], February 4: Tom Fletcher, the Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, said that the horrific humanitarian crisis in Sudan has endured more 1000 days, far too long. Too many...