3 August 2021 Archives

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

DPRK condemns anti-Cuban maneuver

Published on: August 3, 2021
07:17

Pyongyang, Aug 3 (Prensa Latina) No sanction has the right to block the progress of the Cuban people, who rose up in the anti-imperialist struggle and fight for Socialism, according to an article published in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).

Millions of US citizens at risk of eviction as moratorium expires

Published on: August 3, 2021
07:17

Washington, Aug 3 (Prensa Latina) Following a failed last-ditch effort by the Biden administration to extend the nationwide ban on residential evictions, the moratorium that had been in place since September 2020 expired on Saturday, leaving millions of Americans at risk of being forced from their homes.

UNICEF deplores vandalism of Libya’s water supply

Published on: August 3, 2021
07:16

United Nations, Aug 3 (Prensa Latina) The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) on Sunday condemned vandalism of Libya's water supply systems and deplored vandalizing water systems which cut off children and their families from water, increasing the likelihood of water-borne diseases, UNICEF said in a statement.

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August 3, 2021