UN’s AI resolution is non-binding, but still a big deal – here’s why

The resolution begins by recognizing both the potential and peril of AI. When used properly, some of the potential benefits, as listed in the resolution, include accelerating the achievement of the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals, promoting digital transformation and peace, overcoming digital divides within countries, and more.  However, malicious “design, development, and deployment” of … Read more

The head of the UN’s lead agency helping Palestinians accuses Israel of seeking to destroy it

The head of the main United Nations agency supporting people in Gaza alleged that Israel is intent on “destroying” the organization along with the idea that Palestinians are refugees and have a right to return home one day. Philippe Lazzarini accused Israel in an interview with the Swiss newspaper Tages-Anzeiger of having a “long-term political … Read more

South Africa’s genocide case against Israel sets up a high-stakes legal battle at the UN’s top court

THE HAGUE, Netherlands — South Africa has launched a case at the United Nations’ top court alleging that Israel’s military campaign in Gaza amounts to genocide. The filing and Israel’s decision to defend itself at the International Court of Justice set up a high-stakes showdown before a panel of judges in the Great Hall of … Read more

Ukraine battles Russian bid to have genocide case tossed out of the UN’s high court docket

Ukraine’s authorized battle in opposition to Russia over allegations of genocide utilized by Moscow to justify its 2022 invasion is resuming on the United Nations’ highest court docket ByMIKE CORDER Related Press September 18, 2023, 2:02 AM View of the Peace Palace which homes World Courtroom the place Ukraine’s authorized battle in opposition to Russia … Read more

Russia-Ukraine warfare information: Putin accepts Kim Jong Un’s invitation to go to N. Korea sooner or later

North Korean chief Kim Jong Un continues his go to to Russia’s Far East, the place he’s anticipated to go to aviation factories and examine Russia’s Pacific naval fleet on Thursday. The go to is a show of closeness between Kim and Russian President Vladimir Putin, who was anticipated to debate acquiring North Korean weaponry … Read more

Inside Kim Jong Un’s armored prepare heading to Russia

For his first identified journey outdoors North Korea in virtually 4 years, Kim Jong Un has most likely returned to a well-liked mode of transport: a luxuriously embellished, closely armored and exceptionally slow-moving prepare. South Korean media reported Monday, citing authorities officers, that Kim’s prepare appeared to have left the North Korean capital, Pyongyang, to … Read more