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Senator Bernie Sanders @sanders.senate.gov · 3h

Gaza has 2.2 million people. In 2 years, 10% of the population has been killed or wounded. Their entire infrastructure has been destroyed.

Instead of giving more military aid to Netanyahu’s extremist government, the US must work with the international community to rebuild Gaza.

‘Everything Is Gone’: Gazans Return Home to Find Devastation and Little Hope

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UNICEF USA @unicefusa.org · 4h

“We’re strong. We’ll get through,” says 17-year-old Sofia from #Ukraine.

Even as war continues to disrupt daily life, Sofia holds onto her dream of becoming a pediatric surgeon — inspired by the lifesaving work of local medics helping children every day.

This is her story:

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WHO @who.int · 8h

The last patient with Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (#DRC) has recovered and been discharged. This marks a major step forward and begins a 42-day countdown to declaring the outbreak over.
Read the news here: bit.ly/3JgoNQ5

Last Ebola patient in Democratic Republic of the Congo discharged

The last Ebola patient in the Democratic Republic of the Congo was discharged today, marking an important milestone in the efforts to end the outbreak.

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DeAndres Javon Ellis @deandresellis.bsky.social · 1h

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Can't Tell Me Nothing by Kanye West on Apple Music

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DeAndres Javon Ellis @deandresellis.bsky.social · 2h

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GOD is good. #GreenNewDeal #ReparationsNow

DeAndres Javon Ellis @deandresellis.bsky.social · 4h

Thank you, Jesus. 🥷🏾

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World Meteorological Organization @wmo-global.bsky.social · 5h

📣 WMO convenes high-level session on #EarlyWarningsForAll!

🟦 Country ownership

🟦 Scaling up regional collaboration

🟦 Closing the digital divide

🟦 Empowering communities

📺 Tune in 9:30 - 12:00 CEST on 20 October to watch the full event

🔗 https://bit.ly/42QFvMt

#WMO75 #ScienceForAction

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UN Environment Programme @unep.org · 6h

“When we throw away food, we are collectively wasting resources, wasting opportunity and wasting dignity.”

Through his refettorios and Food for Soul, Goodwill Ambassador Chef Massimo Bottura proves that #EveryPlateCounts to #StopFoodLossandWaste: https://bit.ly/47ai8if

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WHO @who.int · 1d

Only 25% of countries include neurological disorders in universal health coverage packages.

Critical services are often out of reach in low- & middle-income countries, incl.:
📂 Stroke units & neurointensive care units
📂 Paediatric neurology
📂 Rehabilitation
📂 Palliative care

🔗 bit.ly/4oj81yH

Infographic with the headline: “Only 25% of countries include neurological disorders in Universal Health Coverage packages.” Below, orange boxes read “Critical services are often out of reach in low- and middle-income countries such as:”. Five yellow folders with red exclamation marks illustrate missing services labeled: “Paediatric neurology,” “Stroke units,” “Rehabilitation,” “Palliative care,” and “Neurointensive care units.”

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WHO @who.int · 1d

Recognizing dengue symptoms early can save lives.
Watch out for:

🤕 Severe headache
👀 Pain behind the eyes
🦵🏽Severe muscle & joint pain
🤢Nausea
🤮Vomiting
☹️Skin rashes
🤒Feve

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WHO @who.int · 13h

International #LeadPoisoning Prevention Week starts today.

Leaded fuel was banned around the world in 2021.

But lead can still be found in paint used in:
🏡 homes
🚸 schools
🛝 playgrounds
🪀 toys

Let’s ban lead in paint. 🔗 bit.ly/4qblGcM

An infographic with the title “FACT: Lead is toxic.” It explains that lead is harmful to everyone and damages the reproductive system, kidneys, liver, blood, and brain. It shows three groups affected:

Young children: most vulnerable because their nervous systems are still developing; they absorb 4–5 times more lead than adults, which can cause intellectual disability, poor school performance, and behavioural issues.

Adults: lead exposure increases the risk of ischemic heart disease and stroke.

Pregnant women: lead exposure damages many organs and affects the developing fetus.

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WHO @who.int · 2d

As the first phase of the ceasefire in #Gaza begins, the crisis is far from over. The delivery of aid needs to increase to help the people in need now. At the same time, we are looking further ahead to restore health, hope and dignity. Here is WHO’s 60-day ceasefire plan:
⏩ bit.ly/4nYk6JT

The health plan for Gaza
Over the next 60 days, WHO and partners will focus on four areas:
Keep health services going, and start to expand them
Monitor and manage outbreaks
Help partners for maximum impact
Start planning for rebuilding
To do this, we need peace to hold, funding, and access for supplies and people.

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UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) @unctad.bsky.social · 12h

Investment is the spark that turns ambition into action.

From renewable energy to digital networks and new industries — leaders & changemakers unite at #UNCTAD16 to direct capital to what matters most, unlocking growth and opportunities for the next generation.

▶️ Follow live: unctad.org/unctad16

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UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) @unctad.bsky.social · 11h

Trade for economic empowerment and gender equality: What comes next

Sustained efforts are underway to ensure that the benefits of trade are shared more broadly and that trade policy powers a more prosperous future leaving no one behind. #UNCTAD16

Full story: ▶️ https://ow.ly/UaXX50XeyIJ

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UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) @unctad.bsky.social · 6h

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is growing – but who really benefits?

By 2033, the AI market could reach $4.8 trillion.

Up to 40% of jobs could change, yet most developing countries lack strategies – and most countries lack a voice in rule-making.

Find out more: ▶️ unctad.org/tir2025

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UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) @unctad.bsky.social · 7h

No country succeeds alone.

In a multipolar world, cooperation is essential — and multilateralism makes globalization work for everyone.

🌍 From 20–23 Oct, leaders & changemakers unite at #UNCTAD16 to shape the future of trade and development.

▶️ Be part of it & follow live: unctad.org/unctad16

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DeAndres Javon Ellis @deandresellis.bsky.social · 4h

GOD is good all the time. ✝️🤴🏾🌬️

DeAndres Javon Ellis @deandresellis.bsky.social · 5h

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Kick In the Door by The Notorious B.I.G. on Apple Music

Song · 1997 · Duration 3:34

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DeAndres Javon Ellis @deandresellis.bsky.social · 5h

I love women. #GODsCreations #RealTalk #RealTrill

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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 6h

Spirituality isn’t rigid dogma. It’s a living, breathing practice that helps make sense of an incomprehensible world | Shadi Khan Saif

I grew up in Kabul and Karachi. In both, I learned the value of the quiet rituals observed while no one is watching

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UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) @unctad.bsky.social · 10h

From Geneva 1964 to Geneva 2025.

#UNCTAD16 returns to where it all began — as nations come together to shape a fairer, more resilient global economy.

Held since 1964, UNCTAD’s conference gathers 195 member states to respond to today’s global challenges.

▶️ Be part of history: unctad.org/unctad16

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Senator Sheldon Whitehouse @whitehouse.senate.gov · 22h

What the hell does Putin have on Trump?
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Putin demanded Ukraine surrender key territory in call with Trump

The demand from Putin would significantly disadvantage Ukraine and could be an obstacle to peace, officials said.

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DeAndres Javon Ellis @deandresellis.bsky.social · 6h

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I Wanna Know by Joe on Apple Music

Song · 2000 · Duration 4:56

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