The world's population is expected to peak at 10.3 billion in 2084 and then decline to 10.2 billion through the end of the century.

* Over 8 billion people live on Earth today, with the next billion coming fast * Fertility rates are declining in 60+ countries, while Africa drives future growth * Urbanization, //aging, and climate ...

World Population Day will be marked, just like every year on July 11. It is a time to reflect on population trends and their impact on sustainable development. For Rwanda, this day is not just ...

In my column today I look at why traders' dovish Fed bets may finally come good - softening U.S. data, plunging oil prices, and a surprise U-turn from a Fed hawk. More on that below, but first, a ...

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres. Photo: Collected Marking the World Refugee Day, UN Secretary-General António Guterres today (20 June) said host communities, often in developing ...

This year, World Refugee Day focuses on solidarity with refugees. Solidarity means honouring refugees not just with words but with actions. It means listening to them and making space for their ...

Today is World Refugee Day – a day to honour the courage and resilience of millions of people around the globe forced to flee war, violence and persecution. But it is also a moment to sound an alarm ...

The United Nations initially established World Refugee Day back in 2001, setting aside June 20th each year as a time for acknowledging the resilience and plight of those forced to flee their homeland.

The Republic of Colombia hosts this year’s global observance of Desertification and Drought Day, underscoring its commitment to addressing land degradation through nature-based solutions.

World Blood Donor Day, observed annually on June 14, is a day to reflect on the importance of donating blood to save the lives of those in need. The event also encourages people to become donors and ...

The company went big for its first World Play Day, but it says it would be happy to just be a part of a much bigger effort that involves far more companies, organizations, and cities going forward.

World Against Child Labour Day 2025 'Theme' "Progress is clear, but there’s more to do: Let’s speed up efforts!" is the World Day Against Child Labor 2025 theme. The theme for this year highlights the ...