UN World Food Programme wins 2020 Nobel Peace Prize

Oct 10,2020
The UN World Food Programme (WFP), which provides lifesaving food assistance to millions across the world – often in extremely dangerous and hard-to-access conditions – has been awarded the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize.
Kawgun and Yathepyan Caves
Oct 10
In Mon and Kayin states teeming with natural caves, Bayin Nyinaung, Saddan, Yatheyan, Kawgun and Wepyan caves are attractive destinations catching attention of local and foreign tourists.
Ending lockdowns no guarantee of quick economic rebound: IMF
Oct 09
BUSINESS shutdowns amid the coronavirus pandemic imposed an economic cost, but removing restrictions is no guarantee of a quick recovery unless the virus is defeated, the IMF said Thursday.
COVID-19 disrupting mental health services in most countries, WHO survey
Oct 09
World Mental Health Day on 10 October to highlight urgent need to increase investment in chronically underfunded sector
70 per cent of COVID cases located in just 10 countries, WHO reports
Oct 08
While COVID-19 has affected all countries, the pandemic is “uneven”, and it is estimated that 10 per cent of the global population may have been infected with the virus, senior officials with the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Monday.
UN chief urges greater investment in universal health coverage, starting now
Oct 08
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of strong public health systems and emergency preparedness for communities and economies globally, the UN Secretary-General said on Wednesday, calling for greater investments in universal health coverage.
Steel the COVID-19 response to save lives and build a stronger recovery
Oct 07
Evidence-based action and investments are needed to strengthen the COVID-19 response and build a healthier, more health-secure recovery and future for all