UN Stamps honour 70 years of membership in the United Nations

Today, 10 December, the United Nations Postal Administration has issued a special event sheet of 10 stamps to honour Member States who joined the United Nations 70 years ago.

Rule of Law and Combating Gender-Based Violence

Rule of Law and Combating Gender-Based Violence

Behind the scenes with the UNHQ Clinic

In the weeks leading up to the 80th session of the GA, the UNHQ-NY clinic transformed its daily routine into a highly coordinated operation.

Open science: A human right and global imperative

The UN Open Science and Open Scholarship Conference explored how open science can accelerate progress toward the SDGs.

10 years of UNSCR 2250 on Youth, Peace and Security

10th Anniversary of UNSCR 2250 on Youth, Peace and Security

Meeting of Panel of External Auditors on 24-25 November

The United Nations Panel of External Auditors is a unique forum for exchanging information and methodologies to develop further and improve the value and quality of the external assurance process.

UNJSPF invests in global energy transition fund

“Energy transition is no longer a niche strategy; it is becoming a mainstream infrastructure opportunity,” said Natalie Hong, Senior Investment Officer at the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund.

A fire truck with diplomatic plates

In the garage of the UN Headquarters in New York sits a unique vehicle: the only fire truck in the United States with diplomatic plates. It also can't do its job. 

Visitors Services marks Day of Persons with Disabilities

The Visitors Services Section, in partnership with UNMAS, hosted a series of events underscoring dignity, inclusion, and the urgent challenges faced by persons with disabilities in conflict.

United Nations Environment Assembly: 8-12 December

seventh session of the United Nations Environment Assembly

This Week in DPPA: 29 November - 5 December 2025

A brief roundup of United Nations-related political and peacebuilding events and developments globally.

Who has the keys to the United Nations?

Inside the UN's hidden locksmith workshop, where centuries-old craftsmanship meets cutting-edge security technology—and strategic thinking saves millions.

Getting our hands dirty to demonstrate the values of the UN

Every three months, the Office of the Resident Coordinator invites UN staff in Bhutan to come together, tidy up public areas, and pick up rubbish.

Holiday Celebration Meals at Riverview Café

Holiday Celebration Meals at Riverview Café

Advancing Best Practices in Domestic Abuse Support

Advancing Best Practices in
Domestic Abuse Support