More than 2,600 people were displaced in the Artibonite department of Haiti following clashes between armed groups last week as the humanitarian situation continues to worsen, according to the UN’s Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Assistance (OCHA).
Secretary-General António Guterres and General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock reaffirmed the principles outlined in the UN Charter and called for a renewed commitment to multilateralism at a General Assembly meeting on Friday marking the Charter’s 81st anniversary.
A senior United Nations official warned on Friday that the opportunity to prevent a major escalation in the Sudanese city of El Obeid is “rapidly narrowing” as fighting intensifies in and around the North Kordofan state capital.
This Thought Leader Q&A features Danielle Silver and Esteban Cascante from SweetRush, and they cover everything you must know about immersive, gamified learning experiences through XR, MR, and AI technologies. This post was first published on eLearning Industry. eLearning Thought Leader Insights Source: eLearning Industry Read More
Elementary and High School Teachers Attend Intensive Training on Integrating Digital Tools in the Classroom In May 2026, a group of elementary and high school teachers participated in a three-day intensive training program focused on effectively integrating digital tools into teaching practice. The training, organized within the framework of ongoing efforts to strengthen the digital competencies of educators, aimed to familiarize teachers with modern educational platforms, interactive applications, and online resources that can enrich the learning experience for students across subjects. Throughout the program, participants engaged with a variety of digital technologies designed specifically for educational purposes. These included classroom management platforms, tools for creating interactive presentations, educational games, and collaborative online environments that facilitate communication between teachers and students. Hands-on workshops enabled teachers to use these resources in practical settings, simulate lesson activities, and learn how to tailor digital content to meet both curriculum standards and the diverse needs of their students. One key feature of […]
Explore six practical ways voice AI can move learners beyond content consumption and into active practice through reflection, communication, feedback, and real-world application. This post was first published on eLearning Industry. Artificial Intelligence Source: eLearning Industry Read More
More people are using drugs than ever before, while synthetic substances are reshaping illicit markets and exposing vulnerable communities to greater health risks, according to the UN World Drug Report 2026, released on Friday.
The United Nations’ maritime agency said on Friday that it had successfully evacuated about 2,500 stranded seafarers from the Persian Gulf before suspending the operation, after an attack on a commercial vessel exposed uncertainty over who can guarantee safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk on Friday called for stronger independent oversight of the United States immigration detention system and investigations into all deaths in US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody.
Nearly seven million Venezuelans could be affected by this week’s double earthquakes as the death toll rises to at least 235 people amid massive, growing needs and ongoing emergency search and rescue efforts, UN agencies reported on Friday. We’re bringing you the latest news live, and UN News app users can follow here.
This AI Excellence Awards list recognizes the best performance management software and tools in 2026. These innovative platforms leverage AI, continuous feedback, workforce analytics, and talent intelligence to help organizations improve employee performance, strengthen engagement, support development, and make smarter people decisions. This post was first published on eLearning Industry. AI Excellence Awards, Artificial Intelligence, Authoring Tools Top Lists, Content Provider Top Lists, LMS Top Lists, Top Lists Source: eLearning Industry Read More
Aid agencies on Friday highlighted massive needs across Venezuela caused by a double earthquake disaster that has killed at least 235 people so far, with search and rescue for people trapped under the rubble still the top priority.