UN relief chief calls for solidarity, with humanitarians ‘literally under attack’
Tom Fletcher was speaking at the annual stock-take of his sector known as the ECOSOC Humanitarian Affairs Segment, which brings together UN Member States and organizations, humanitarian and development partners,…
Civilian deaths in conflict are surging, warns UN human rights office
At least 48,384 individuals – mostly civilians – were killed in 2024, based on casualties recorded by OHCHR. “Behind every statistic is a story. Behind every data point, a person,”…
Iran-Israel crisis: UN rights office appeals for urgent de-escalation
Israel began targeting nuclear and military sites across Iran last Friday, prompting a barrage of retaliatory strikes on Israeli cities. “The UN human rights office urges de-escalation and urgent diplomatic…
New Android security features protect against scams and device theft
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! With the increasing sophistication of digital threats, safeguarding your phone and personal data has never been more crucial. Android is responding with…
Common over-the-counter painkillers: Doctors discuss different uses and risks
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Most households have a stash of painkillers tucked away for surprise headaches or stubborn cramps. But some may not realize that all…
Kristi Noem ‘alert and recovering’ after hospital trip over allergic reaction, official says
WASHINGTON — U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem was taken to the hospital on Tuesday after experiencing an allergic reaction, her spokeswoman said. “She is alert and recovering,” said…
Texas stops providing new funding for border wall construction
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas has stopped putting new money toward building a U.S.-Mexico border wall, shifting course after installing only a fraction of the hundreds of miles of potential barrier…
Johns Hopkins study detects cancer in blood 3 years before diagnosis
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Researchers at Johns Hopkins University say they have uncovered an advanced method for detecting cancer. A new study, published in the journal…
Who benefits from the state and local tax deduction in the ‘big, beautiful bill’?
Republican lawmakers are struggling to resolve an intra-party debate over the amount of state and local taxes that taxpayers can deduct from their federal tax liability as they put together…
Nimbus COVID variant spreading in US with painful, ‘razor blade’ throat symptoms
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A new COVID-19 variant called NB.1.8.1 could account for up to one-third of cases, according to health officials. One hallmark of this…