http://www.un.org/news A world of news from the world organization. en-us Copyright 2013, UN News Centre http://www.un.org/apps/news/en/images/content/logo_ncs_sm_rss.png http://www.un.org/news 143 Latest from the UN News Service http://www.un.org/apps/news/story.asp?NewsID=44987&Cr=bosnia&Cr1= Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 EST An independent United Nations human rights expert today voiced concern at the extent to which political bodies have influence over cultural institutions in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and urged the Government to ensure that people have opportunities to engage freely in cultural life. http://www.un.org/apps/news/story.asp?NewsID=44984&Cr=conflict&Cr1=peace Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 EST The teachings of Buddhism can offer significant insights on how to face today&#39s most pressing challenges, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said today, in a message marking Vesak Day, which commemorates the birth, enlightenment and passing of the Buddha. http://www.un.org/apps/news/story.asp?NewsID=44965&Cr=unesco&Cr1= Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 EST Visit a museum, watch a foreign film or share your traditions with someone else, the United Nations is today encouraging people to ‘do one thing' to mark the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development. http://www.un.org/apps/news/story.asp?NewsID=44952&Cr=indigenous&Cr1= Mon, 20 May 2013 00:00:00 EST Around 2,300 indigenous participants are expected to discuss culture, education and health during the 12th session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, which will include a special focus on youth, indigenous groups in Africa and the importance of strengthening ties with international financial institutions. http://www.un.org/apps/news/story.asp?NewsID=44949&Cr=afghan&Cr1= Mon, 20 May 2013 00:00:00 EST Education is not against any religion, the head of the United Nations educational and cultural agency told Afghan authorities and families during a visit to the country to promote learning for women and girls, and to highlight the importance of Afghan cultural heritage as a vital economic asset. http://www.un.org/apps/news/story.asp?NewsID=44849&Cr=education&Cr1= Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 EST Developing countries rich in natural resources can make huge gains towards universal schooling if they managed resource revenues better and devoted a significant share to education, according to a United Nations study released today. http://www.un.org/apps/news/story.asp?NewsID=44823&Cr=culture&Cr1= Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 EST The United Nations Scientific, Educational and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and China announced today an international congress on the role that culture plays in achieving sustainable development. http://www.un.org/apps/news/story.asp?NewsID=44809&Cr=press+freedom&Cr1= Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 EST United Nations officials today issued a call to action to ensure the safety of journalists in every country, echoing Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon who declared; "When it is safe to speak, the whole world benefits". http://www.un.org/apps/news/story.asp?NewsID=44795&Cr=education&Cr1=peace Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 EST The United Nations today kicked off celebrations for the second International Jazz Day, with a concert in Istanbul, along with other performances and educational programmes across the world highlighting the musical genre's role as a powerful tool for peace, dialogue and cooperation. http://www.un.org/apps/news/story.asp?NewsID=44793&Cr=nigeria&Cr1= Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 EST The United Nations educational agency today said it is ready to launch a pilot project combining mobile technology and teachers' development to support primary school English teachers in Nigeria, which has one of the highest illiteracy rates in the world.