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India gifted five peacocks to UN headquarters in Geneva, continuing a tradition that dates back over 140 years. The birds will roam freely through the historic Ariana Park after settling into their new home.
A new immersive visitor center in Geneva aims to transform how the world sees international cooperation, opening June 12 with emotional storytelling designed for younger generations. The project arrives just as multilateralism faces its biggest challenges since 1945.
On February 17, 1863, five compassionate leaders gathered in Geneva and created an organization that would save countless lives across the globe. Their meeting sparked the International Committee of the Red Cross and established the rules of war that protect people to this day.
A Palestinian committee and the World Council of Churches just signed a historic cooperation agreement in Geneva focused on justice, peace, and human dignity. The partnership strengthens international support for protecting Christian communities in the Holy Land.
American and Iranian diplomats took a promising step forward in Geneva, reaching agreement on guiding principles for future nuclear negotiations. The breakthrough, mediated by Oman, signals renewed hope for peaceful dialogue after years of tension.
Egyptian researchers just brought home five medals from the world's most prestigious inventions competition. Their breakthrough innovations range from cancer detection to stronger concrete.
Syria rejoined global health discussions at the UN's World Health Assembly in Geneva, marking a significant step toward rebuilding its healthcare system. The move signals growing international cooperation after years of isolation.
Hong Kong's top research institute just swept one of the world's most prestigious innovation competitions with solutions that tackle energy, healthcare, and smart manufacturing. The wins hint at even bigger breakthroughs coming soon.
A Moroccan university just claimed four medals and a historic first-place prize at the world's largest invention competition. The innovations tackle everything from dental emergencies to earthquake-proof housing.
Geneva High School's Ella Haeseler just wrapped up her senior track season and is heading to Cleveland State University to keep throwing. She's carrying on a family tradition that stretches back over a century.
Jeff Leonard doesn't let age stop him from traveling thousands of miles to deliver supplies to Ukrainian soldiers. The Lake Geneva retiree just left for his fifth volunteer mission, and this time he's bringing a friend.
A new handbook and year-long action plan gives activists worldwide the tools to demand reparations for colonial exploitation. The resources launched in Geneva provide legal frameworks and media strategies to turn historical justice into reality.
Geneva High School senior Ella Haeseler is heading back to the Ohio state track championships, ready to prove that pressure makes her stronger. This time, she's aiming for the podium in discus with a personal best throw that's 12 feet farther than last year.
In 1925, church women in Geneva, Nebraska told the men they wanted more than a cramped kitchen. They wanted a whole new church, and they sold enough meals to help build it.
International researchers have outlined a clear path to rescue stalled negotiations for a global plastics treaty. Three key procedural changes could break the deadlock when negotiators reconvene this week in Geneva.
After 107 days of conflict that triggered a global energy crisis, the United States and Iran have reached a peace agreement. Pakistan mediated the historic deal, which will be signed in Geneva on June 19.
Researchers at University of Geneva discovered that hair follicle patterns emerge from simple cell movements, not complex genetic blueprints. The breakthrough challenges decades of scientific thinking about how living systems build themselves.
Health leaders from over 190 countries gathered in Geneva to tackle pandemic preparedness, universal healthcare, and disease elimination. The Dominican Republic's health minister will guide discussions shaping the future of international health cooperation.
After five days of intensive talks in Geneva, negotiators from the Democratic Republic of Congo and rebel groups agreed on a detailed plan with timelines to guide peace negotiations. The roadmap builds on a ceasefire signed last November and includes new monitoring mechanisms to track progress.
Scientists have proven that a hidden geometry inside materials bends electrons like gravity bends light, opening doors to ultra-fast quantum computers. What was once just a theory is now real and measurable.
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