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Iran condemns West’s double standards

Published on: August 3, 2021
07:24

Tehran, Aug 3 (Prensa Latina) Iran on Tuesday condemned the West's double standards in its assessment of incidents in the Middle East, as it accuses the Islamic Republic, while it avoids mentioning terrorist attacks against this nation.

Fourth police officer who responded to Jan. 6 riot dies by suicide

Published on: August 3, 2021
07:23

Washington, Aug 3 (Prensa Latina) A fourth law enforcement officer who responded to the Capitol on Jan. 6 has died by suicide, the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) confirmed to The Hill on Monday.

UNGA creates new Permanent Forum of People of African Descent

Published on: August 3, 2021
07:22

United Nations, Aug 3 (Prensa Latina) Capping years of deliberations, the UN General Assembly (UNGA) on Monday unanimously adopted a resolution establishing the United Nations Permanent Forum of People of African Descent, a 10-member advisory body that will work closely with the Geneva-based Human Rights Council.

UN insists on the need for a global plan for Covid-19 vaccines

Published on: August 3, 2021
07:22

United Nations, Aug 3 (Prensa Latina) The world really needs a Global Vaccine Plan to double the production of Covid-19 vaccines and guarantee their equitable distribution, goals far away for various regions, the UN Secretary-General (UNSG) António Guterres posted on Twitter account, while mentioning three areas to prioritize to improve coronavirus vaccine access.

President Biden´s approval drops to 52% as Covid-19 advances in U.S.

Published on: August 3, 2021
07:21

Washington, Aug 3 (Prensa Latina) President Joe Biden´s approval dropped to 52%, 10 points less than in June, while Covid-19 cases increased in the country, according to a survey released today.

FAO, WFP warn about obstacles to food assistance

Published on: August 3, 2021
07:21

United Nations, Aug 3 (Prensa Latina) Efforts to fight a global surge in acute food insecurity are being stymied in several countries by fighting and blockades that cut off life-saving aid to families on the brink of famine, warn the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and World Food Program (WFP) in a new report issued today.

Guatemalan group calls to reinforce safety at Cuban embassy

Published on: August 3, 2021
07:20

Guatemala, Aug 3 (Prensa Latina) The 'Manuel Galich' Solidarity Group on Monday called on Guatemalan government to guarantee safety of Cuba's embassy in the face of aggressive groups´ harassment.

Nearly 14,000 experts warn Earth´s vital signs are swiftly worsening

Published on: August 3, 2021
07:20

Washington, Aug 3 (Prensa Latina) As many as 14,000 experts called on governments to set up well-thought-out policies to prevent increased climate catastrophes, a scientific outlet reported.

Omega-3 increases life expectancy by nearly five years

Published on: August 3, 2021
07:19

Washington, Aug 3 (Prensa Latina) A scientific team has proved that having higher levels of omega-3 acids in the blood increases life expectancy by nearly five years, a specialized media reported.

Breastfeeding central to eliminating child malnutrition: Agency chief

Published on: August 3, 2021
07:19

United Nations, Aug 3 (Prensa Latina) The Covid-19 pandemic reveals fragility of progress made in global breastfeeding rates in recent decades, a joint statement by UN agencies warned.

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