Nothing keeps me awake, everything keeps me going - Peter Hawkins

As the UNICEF Representative in Yemen, Peter Hawkins puts boundless energy into helping young people survive one of the world’s most intractable humanitarian crises. 

The 79th session of the UN General Assembly draws to a close

Under the leadership of its President, H.E. Mr. Philemon Yang, Member States came together with resilience and determination to address the pressing challenges of our time.

Racing for air: International Day of Clean Air for blue skies

99 per cent of us breathe polluted air. We can't take it anymore.

Guterres condemns detention of more UN staff in Yemen

Secretary-General António Guterres has strongly condemned the arbitrary detention of at least 11 staff members in Yemen on Sunday by the de facto Houthi authorities in areas under their control.

Travel-associated diseases surge in New York City as summer ends

Every August and September, the city sees a predictable spike in travel-associated infectious diseases as New Yorkers return from summer vacations.

UNU at 50: how the UN’s think tank has evolved

Throughout each decade of its history, the United Nations University has adapted and grown to help the UN and its Member States address emerging global issues.

United Nations Special Day at Expo 2025 with Secretary-General

“The moral of the United Nations story is simple: humanity is strongest when we stand as one. Expo 2025 is a celebration of that possibility," Secretary-General António Guterres said.

JIU reviews sexual exploitation and abuse by UN system personnel

The Joint Inspection Unit has released the first system-wide independent review on how United Nations system organizations prevent and respond to sexual exploitation and abuse.

A tradition worn with pride

Since November 1952, the United Nations tour guides have welcomed more than 42 million visitors, offering what for many is their very first, and sometimes, only direct encounter with the UN.

Working for peace in the DR Congo, with Vivian van de Perre

In the latest "Awake at Night" episode, Ms. van de Perre reflects on the impact of funding cuts on active war zones and shares why she falls for every place she serves.