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Ukraine has entered the new year under intensifying and deadly Russian attacks which have crippled energy systems and left millions without heating, electricity or water amid freezing temperatures, senior UN officials told the Security Council on Monday. Source UN News Read More

Pacific

UN World Court begins landmark hearings on Rohingya genocide case against Myanmar

January 12, 2026 Village ReporterAsia News

Public hearings opened on Monday at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in a landmark case brought by the Gambia against Myanmar, alleging violations of the Genocide Convention over the military’s treatment of the Rohingya minority. Source UN News Read More

Africa

Afro-Brazilian festival celebrates faith, heritage and resistance in Ouro Preto

January 12, 2026 Village ReporterAfricaglobalvillage, africanews

The festival stands as a powerful reminder of Afro-Brazilian resilience and the enduring legacy of African traditions in Brazil’s cultural landscape.Sourced from Africanews Read More

Pacific

Amidst uncertainty, a helpline in Pakistan becomes a lifeline for Afghans

January 12, 2026 Village ReporterAsia News

They ask heartbreaking questions: “What will happen to us?” “Is it true they will deport us?” “We don’t want to go back. How can I live in Afghanistan?” The words of Sumaiya, who staffs a helpline for refugees and asylum-seekers living in Pakistan but facing the eventuality of having to return to neighbouring Afghanistan. Source UN News Read More

Pacific

Amidst uncertainty, a helpline in Pakistan becomes a lifeline for Afghans

January 12, 2026 Village ReporterAsia News

Africa

Sudan war leaves millions hungry and displaced as health system nears collapse

January 11, 2026 Village ReporterUN Africa News

Sudan’s protracted conflict has spiralled into one of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises, with hunger, displacement and the collapse of basic services exacting a daily toll on civilians. UN Africa News Read More

Africa

Built on care and connection: How one Somali-British woman is strengthening diaspora communities

January 11, 2026 Village ReporterUN Africa News

When her family moved from Somalia to London in the 1980s, Safia Jama watched women in her community help her mother navigate a new life in the UK — booking doctor’s appointments, enrolling children in school, and learning how to access everyday services in a new country. UN Africa News Read More

Human Rights

UN chief ‘shocked’ by reports of excessive force against protesters in Iran

January 11, 2026 Village Reporterhuman rights

The UN Secretary-General is shocked by reports of violence and excessive use of force by Iranian authorities against protesters across the country, urging restraint and the immediate restoration of communications as unrest enters its third week. Source UN News Read More

Pacific

Fact-finding mission urges Iran to end protest violence and restore internet

January 10, 2026 Village ReporterAsia News

The UN-mandated independent human rights fact-finding mission on Iran has urged authorities to immediately restore internet access and halt the violent crackdown of the ongoing, nationwide protest. Source UN News Read More

Africa

South Sudan: Increase in abductions and sexual violence ‘unacceptable’

January 10, 2026 Village ReporterUN Africa News

Despite reductions in the overall number of conflict-related incidents in South Sudan, a rise in abductions and sexual violence is concerning, the UN peacekeeping mission in the country, UNMISS, said on Friday. UN Africa News Read More

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Ukraine: Deadly Russian strikes push civilians deeper into winter crisis

UN World Court begins landmark hearings on Rohingya genocide case against Myanmar

Afro-Brazilian festival celebrates faith, heritage and resistance in Ouro Preto

Amidst uncertainty, a helpline in Pakistan becomes a lifeline for Afghans

Amidst uncertainty, a helpline in Pakistan becomes a lifeline for Afghans

Sudan war leaves millions hungry and displaced as health system nears collapse

Built on care and connection: How one Somali-British woman is strengthening diaspora communities

UN chief ‘shocked’ by reports of excessive force against protesters in Iran

Fact-finding mission urges Iran to end protest violence and restore internet

South Sudan: Increase in abductions and sexual violence ‘unacceptable’