| 单词 | general assembly |
| 例句 | After the hoisting of the flag all the animals trooped into the big barn for a general assembly which was known as the Meeting. Animal Farm: A Fairy Story 1945-08-17T00:00:00Z Mr. Turner's eyes left them, went back to the general assembly. October Sky 1999-04-01T00:00:00Z The first was the general assembly, or ekklesia, which consisted of any male citizen who had completed his military training and reached adulthood. Words Like Loaded Pistols 2011-10-20T00:00:00Z Male citizens of age, who were entitled and expected to vote in the general assembly, made up no more than a quarter of the total adult population. Words Like Loaded Pistols 2011-10-20T00:00:00Z Her Dover Street shop opened in September, but she missed the official opening to speak to the UN general assembly in New York about her role in the UNAids campaign. Victoria Beckham tops chart of Britain’s most successful entrepreneurs 2014-10-26T04:00:00Z Last week, UN secretary general Ban Ki-moon, speaking at the first general assembly meeting on drug-resistant bacteria, said antimicrobial resistance was now a fundamental threat to global health. Could ants be the solution to antibiotic crisis? 2016-09-24T04:00:00Z A few years ago Sister Fa played a gig with Nile Rodgers at the UN general assembly. Sister Fa: African rapper with a cause 2013-02-16T17:00:02Z The agreement was reached just before the general assembly convened to discuss the threat of antibiotic resistance, which is only the fourth health issue to trigger a general assembly meeting. UN agrees to fight 'the biggest threat to modern medicine': antibiotic resistance 2016-09-21T04:00:00Z It cost just under £1,500 and was built after an appeal in 1819 by the CoS general assembly to the government for aid to build churches in the Highlands and Islands. Wicker Man villagers fight to save their only church from developers 2013-02-26T18:23:24Z When the UN general assembly debated a Saudi resolution last week that followed the west in calling for sanctions and Assad's departure, Brazil, India and South Africa all objected. Why Kofi Annan had enough over Syria 2012-08-05T20:00:01Z In 1967, they played for the UN general assembly at a human rights day celebration. Sitar maestro Ravi Shankar dies 2012-12-12T07:46:00Z Another important separationist, according to FitzGerald, was J. Gresham Machen, expelled from the Presbyterian general assembly for his strict and sectarian screeds against both theological liberalism and spreading fundamentalism. With God on Their Side: How Evangelicals Entered American Politics 2017-03-28T04:00:00Z Dwight Overton of the West Side said he started participating on the fourth day of the movement, and got more involved as he participated in the general assemblies and learned more about the issues. Occupy Chicago protesters relocate 2011-10-16T02:24:00Z Venus is ranked fourth, but after her, it's all Russians, Czechs and a general assembly of nations before you land at the next American, Melanie Oudin, at 44th. Can John McEnroe's Tennis Academy Lift U.S. Talent? 2010-08-30T09:00:00Z "This is clearly a politicised decision of the UN, one that shows poor judgment and a lack of even-handedness," Israel's mission to the UN said in a statement to UN general assembly president Joseph Deiss. Israel condemns screening of film about Palestinian journalist at UN HQ 2011-03-14T14:22:54Z The UN general assembly unanimously voted last week to hold a special session on drugs in 2016. World leaders lend weight to film urging end to drug prohibition 2012-12-05T16:37:41Z The academy’s general assembly will meet afterward to ratify the board’s resignations and then decide how the organization can be modernized, the news release said. Organizers of France’s Oscars Resign, 2 Weeks Before Ceremony 2020-02-14T05:00:00Z Genocide as an international offense was coined in 1948 by the UN general assembly, and Akayesu became its first scalp almost 50 years later. The Uncondemned: the heartbreaking story behind the first conviction of rape as a war crime 2015-10-09T04:00:00Z The countdown metric is being unveiled at the “Goalkeepers” summit on the sidelines of the UN general assembly. New global 'scorecard' to map extent of mental illness crisis 2019-09-25T04:00:00Z If parliament's foreign affairs commission backs Sweden's membership bill, Turkey's full general assembly would hold a vote, possibly within days or weeks. Explainer: What Turkey gained in delaying Sweden's NATO bid 2023-11-16T05:00:00Z In protest at the position taken by the Court of Cassation, lawmakers of the main opposition CHP party have staged a sit-in at the parliament's general assembly since Thursday. Erdogan says legal amendment could be needed to solve Turkish judicial crisis 2023-11-12T05:00:00Z The bill must be approved by parliament's foreign affairs committee before a vote by the full general assembly. Erdogan says he will try to facilitate Sweden's NATO bid ratification 2023-11-04T04:00:00Z The bill must now be approved by the foreign affairs commission before parliament's general assembly formally ratifies it, Erdogan signs it into law and it is published in the Official Gazette, completing the process. Turkish parliament commission set to study Swedish NATO bid 2023-10-24T04:00:00Z The state was suspended from the human rights council in April 2022 with 93 members of the UN general assembly voting in favour, 24 against and 58 abstaining. Russia fails to rejoin UN's human rights council 2023-10-10T04:00:00Z Russia was suspended from the Human Rights Council in April 2022 with 93 members of the UN general assembly voting in favour, 24 against and 58 abstaining. Russia seeks to rejoin UN's human rights council 2023-09-26T04:00:00Z The decision was made by Commonwealth foreign ministers meeting on the margins of the United Nations general assembly. Gabon partially suspended from Commonwealth after coup 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z The Earthshot event has been held alongside New York's Climate Week and the United Nations has been staging its annual general assembly, including a keynote speech from US President Joe Biden. Prince William warns against 'doom and gloom' in eco-debates 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z Brazilian and American presidents, who speak first and second at the general assembly, also typically meet backstage for a few minutes beforehand. Brazil’s Lula pitches his nation — and himself — as fresh leader for Global South 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z Russia received 83 votes in favour from the UN's 193 general assembly members, while Bulgaria got 160 and Albania got 123. Russia fails to rejoin UN's human rights council 2023-10-10T04:00:00Z The vote will involve all 193 members of the UN general assembly in New York. Russia seeks to rejoin UN's human rights council 2023-09-26T04:00:00Z He will address the UN general assembly for the first time in person, before taking part in a debate at the UN security council. United Nations General Assembly leaders look for unity over crises 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z Instead, in a defiant Aug. 25 speech before his federation’s general assembly, he refused to go quietly and claimed he was victim of a “witch hunt” by “false feminists.” Spanish soccer president Luis Rubiales resigns after nonconsensual kiss at Women’s World Cup final 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z He was spotted applauding Rubiales at the RFEF's extraordinary general assembly on 25 August - when Rubiales repeatedly insisted he would not resign - though he later criticised the president's behaviour. The kiss that shook Spanish & global football 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z “The governor is pleased the general assembly is sending him a budget,” Youngkin’s spokeswoman Macaulay Porter said in a written statement Wednesday in anticipation of the vote. Virginia lawmakers pass long-overdue budget bill with tax rebates, extra aid for schools 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z De la Fuente spoke one week after he clapped several times during an emergency general assembly of the Spanish soccer federation when Rubiales, the organization’s president, refused to step down as was expected. Spain soccer coach regrets his support for Luis Rubiales and asks for forgiveness 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z The United Nations general assembly will thus be a key moment for political leaders to meet and discuss the world's crises. United Nations General Assembly leaders look for unity over crises 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z De la Fuente was speaking one week after he clapped several times during an emergency general assembly of the Spanish soccer federation when Rubiales, the organization’s president, refused to step down as was expected. Spain’s men’s coach asks for forgiveness for applauding Rubiales’ diatribe against ‘false feminists’ 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z Only four of the 140 members of the general assembly are women. The kiss that shook Spanish & global football 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z The U.N. general assembly is scheduled for Sept. 18 to 26 in New York. Nigeria's Tinubu to meet US president at U.N. General Assembly 2023-08-26T04:00:00Z Spain's government has started legal proceedings seeking to suspend him after he refused to resign at the extraordinary general assembly. Who is controversial Spanish FA chief Rubiales? 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Luis Rubiales told an emergency general assembly of the federation “I won’t resign” four times in quick succession and claimed he was a victim of a witch hunt by “false feminists.” Spanish soccer president refuses to resign despite kissing a player on the lips at Women’s World Cup 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Late Tuesday, the Spanish soccer federation announced it will hold an emergency meeting of its general assembly on Friday. Spain’s acting prime minister criticizes federation head for kissing player from World Cup champs 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Much has been made of African nations' reluctance to back UN general assembly resolutions condemning Russia's war in Ukraine. Arresting Vladimir Putin in South Africa would be 'declaration of war', says Ramaphosa 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z The draw followed the Confederation of African Football’s general assembly in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, the West African country that will host the next African Cup of Nations in January-February. Africa’s World Cup qualifying draw launches new format and at least 9 teams towards 2026 event 2023-07-13T04:00:00Z The company said the plant will get new equipment for metal stamping, the body shop and general assembly. GM to invest $500 million at plant that makes large SUVs in Arlington, Texas 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z The French Olympic Committee said she announced at the start of a general assembly meeting on Thursday that she was stepping down. France’s first female Olympic president resigns 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z The general assembly is Interpol's highest governing body and the largest world gathering of senior law enforcement officials and ministers. Glasgow chosen as venue for Interpol general assembly 2023-05-22T04:00:00Z And earlier this year, he gave a fascinating insight into both his methods and his thoughts about AZ Alkmaar in a speech to the European Clubs' Association general assembly in Budapest. The Moneyball team threatening West Ham's Euro dream 2023-05-11T04:00:00Z Lay Catholics, including women, will be permitted to vote on issues facing the 1.3-billion-member church during an upcoming general assembly of bishops known as a synod, the Vatican announced Wednesday. Next Vatican Synod to have women, lay members as voters 2023-04-26T04:00:00Z The findings were presented Monday at the European Geosciences Union’s general assembly in Vienna. UAE spacecraft takes close-up photos of Mars’ little moon 2023-04-24T04:00:00Z Addressing the general assembly of the Oceania National Olympic Committees in Brisbane on Tuesday, Liveris said those characteristics were shared across the region. Brisbane Olympics leader marks 1 year in long run up to 2032 2023-04-18T04:00:00Z This year's general assembly is being held in Vienna. Glasgow chosen as venue for Interpol general assembly 2023-05-22T04:00:00Z Speaking at its general assembly last week, Vice Chairman Lukas Gaehwiler said that "all options are on the table" concerning Credit Suisse's domestic business. UBS has hired JPMorgan to explore C.Suisse domestic spin-off -Swiss media 2023-04-13T04:00:00Z Both chambers of Kentucky's general assembly, where Republicans hold large majorities, voted overwhelmingly to override last week's veto by Democratic Governor Andy Beshear, who is running for reelection in November. Kentucky lawmakers override governor's veto of transgender bill 2023-03-30T04:00:00Z Ford says the Tennessee plant is designed to be its first carbon-neutral vehicle manufacturing campus and it will have a 30% smaller general assembly footprint than traditional plants. Ford’s Tenn. plant could make 500K electric pickups per year 2023-03-24T04:00:00Z Ford said BlueOval City will have a general assembly footprint that is 30% smaller than that of a traditional assembly plant, with a higher production capacity. Ford’s new Tennessee plant aims to build 500,000 electric trucks a year 2023-03-24T04:00:00Z In the South Carolina general assembly, Republicans introduced a bill that would allow the death penalty for any woman who aborted her pregnancy. "I need a woman who looks like she got punched": The GOP doubles down on misogyny 2023-03-15T04:00:00Z Thirty countries - just two more than last year - voted in favour of a UN general assembly resolution that condemned Russia, supported Ukraine's territorial integrity, and called for peace. Why Russia's invasion of Ukraine still divides Africa 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z Candidates are nominated by an SCJ committee and approved by the general assembly, usually by consensus. Plan to restructure Japan’s science academy draws protests from researchers 2023-02-17T05:00:00Z Friday’s announcement came as the general assembly of Ukraine’s National Olympic Committee was meeting in Kyiv to discuss a possible boycott of Paris 2024 if Russian athletes are allowed to compete. Olympic flame to take seaborne journey to 2024 Paris Games 2023-02-03T05:00:00Z The justices are officially nonpartisan, but are elected to 10-year terms by the state’s general assembly, which is controlled by Republicans. South Carolina Constitution Includes Abortion Right, State Supreme Court Rules 2023-01-05T05:00:00Z On Thursday, the general assembly voted to strip her of parliamentary status for not attending six sessions of parliament without an excuse. Jailed pending trial, pro-Kurdish politician loses seat in Turkish parliament 2022-12-23T05:00:00Z “This report puts to rest the lies general assembly democrats spread about the governor during his first year in office,” Youngkin spokeswoman Macaulay Porter said in a text message to The Washington Post on Saturday. Investigation clears Va. agency for contract with Youngkin’s ad-maker 2022-12-10T05:00:00Z UMNO's general assembly in December will be a test, she adds - rising dissatisfaction could lead to an internal party vote to withdraw support for Mr Anwar as PM. Anwar Ibrahim: Honeymoon as Malaysian PM will be brutally short 2022-12-02T05:00:00Z On Apr. 20, Rep. Thomas Leek, the Republican chair of the House redistricting committee, formally presented DeSantis' plan before the general assembly. Ron DeSantis blew up Black-held congressional districts — and may have broken Florida law 2022-10-11T04:00:00Z Xi did not attend this year’s general assembly, which Russian President Vladimir Putin also skipped. China on Taiwan: ‘External interference’ won’t be tolerated 2022-09-24T04:00:00Z AP: How important is having a young voice like yourself to speak at the general assembly? Q&A: Amanda Gorman talks UN poem, future presidency, novel 2022-09-19T04:00:00Z Nearly half of the abstentions for a UN general assembly resolution in March condemning Russian "aggression" and demanding its withdrawal from Ukraine were from African countries. Blinken Africa trip: The world should not dictate to the continent 2022-08-08T04:00:00Z Prince Harry has warned the United Nations general assembly of a "global assault on democracy and freedom". Prince Harry warns UN of global assault on freedom 2022-07-18T04:00:00Z The general assembly could always reconvene for another special session for the bill, but that would have to be before July 1. Key Virginia state senator withdraws support for Commanders stadium bill 2022-05-25T04:00:00Z Other business being addressed at the general assembly includes a declaration of friendship with the Catholic Church in Scotland and actions on a wide range of global and societal issues. Kirk assembly gathers ahead of gay marriage vote 2022-05-20T04:00:00Z The environmental commission, dominated by self-proclaimed eco-constituents, saw just one of 40 of its proposals approved during their first votes in the general assembly. Chile's constitutional assembly rejects major mining overhaul 2022-05-14T04:00:00Z “The events surrounding IBA’s general assembly, in particular the elections, merit careful analysis and are just reinforcing the questions and doubts around IBA’s governance,” the International Olympic Committee said in a statement. IOC questions Olympic boxing leadership after IBA election 2022-05-14T04:00:00Z The agreement, initially announced in March, was approved by 89% of votes in Sunday’s general assembly. Barcelona: Spotify linked to Camp Nou for at least 12 years 2022-04-03T04:00:00Z The UAE abstained in a U.N. security council vote on Ukraine last month and Morocco did not show up for a general assembly vote. U.S.' Blinken to meet UAE leader in Morocco to shore up ties 2022-03-29T04:00:00Z It provided for a bicameral general assembly, elected annually and responsible for choosing state officers, including a largely powerless governor. Building the American Republic, Volume 2 2018-01-18T00:00:00Z Though both states have Republican governors and Georgia’s general assembly is GOP-controlled, Senate Republicans in Congress criticized the measures as “gimmicks” that are “just a Band-Aid on a bullet hole.” From stimulus payments to tax holidays, states scramble to alleviate pain at the pump 2022-03-24T04:00:00Z Two people briefed on the notice said they understood it applied to Tesla's general assembly lines. EXCLUSIVE Tesla stops work at Shanghai factory for two days amid China COVID curbs - internal notice 2022-03-16T04:00:00Z He seemed to express regret over that omission, and announced that the I.P.C. would hold a special general assembly later this year to address the issue. Paralympics Will Allow Russian Athletes to Compete 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z According to the recent decision, this year’s prize ceremony and general assembly will be held in person but at an undecided location outside of Russia. Mathematicians Protest Russia Hosting Major Conference 2022-03-01T05:00:00Z “While it is regretful that the Commission itself was unable to ‘ascertain and determine’ a new general assembly district plan,” Huffman and Cupp argued, “it certainly was not for lack of trying.” Contempt threats, primary woes swirl amid Ohio map confusion 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z In addition, the general assembly passed a series of county-specific bills that handed greater control of local election boards to Republican county commissions, pushing out some outspoken Black advocates in the process. Georgia Republican proposes eliminating ballot drop boxes ahead of 2022 elections 2021-12-13T05:00:00Z “Of course, many people are saying there are suspicions here and there,” said Bach, speaking from a meeting of the Association of National Olympic Committees’ general assembly in Crete, Greece. IOC president defends handling of Peng Shuai case, downplays effect of diplomatic boycott 2021-12-08T05:00:00Z "We decided during an extraordinary general assembly that we shouldn't have to collect money for Diack, a worthy son of the nation, an all-round remarkable citizen," said Seck, a businessman and former Senegal international goalkeeper. Disgraced athletics boss Diack dies in Senegal 2021-12-03T05:00:00Z Gen Raisi was elected Interpol's president after three rounds of voting by member states at the agency's general assembly in Istanbul, Turkey. UAE general accused of torture elected Interpol president 2021-11-25T05:00:00Z Two men said this week they had filed a criminal case with Turkish prosecutors against Raisi, while he was in Istanbul for the election at the Interpol general assembly. Interpol elects UAE official as president despite rights groups' concerns 2021-11-25T05:00:00Z The president chairs Interpol’s general assemblies and meetings of its Executive Committee. Interpol elects United Arab Emirates official as president 2021-11-25T05:00:00Z The company said it plans to complete construction of its general assembly, paint, casting, stamping and body shop facilities by Dec. 31. Tesla details $1 billion costs for new Texas factory, targets year-end completion 2021-11-22T05:00:00Z Representatives of countries like China and the United Arab Emirates are bidding for top posts in the France-based policing body when its general assembly convenes in Turkey on Tuesday. Interpol election raises rights concerns about fair policing 2021-11-21T05:00:00Z The meeting in Baltimore was the first in-person general assembly of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops since 2019. Catholic Bishops Avoid Confrontation With Biden Over Communion 2021-11-17T05:00:00Z The Organization of American States will hold its annual general assembly in Guatemala later this week. Nicaragua’s Ortega seeks re-election after jailing rivals 2021-11-07T04:00:00Z The regional body will hold its annual general assembly in Guatemala later this week. Nicaragua’s Ortega seeks re-election in questioned vote 2021-11-07T04:00:00Z The issue is expected to be raised again in the 2022 general assembly. Faith groups fight against climate change ahead of UN summit 2021-11-02T04:00:00Z Last spring, Kentucky’s general assembly passed long-awaited legislation that made it possible for his school to have a certified teacher program. Black colleges’ funding hopes dim amid federal budget battle 2021-10-05T04:00:00Z That decision was extended until the general assembly’s vote. Brazilian soccer head suspended amid sexual harassment case 2021-09-29T04:00:00Z The UN security council, the general assembly, the UN environment assembly, whatever it might be. Harvard engineer argues geoengineering is humanity's only option to stop climate change 2021-09-23T04:00:00Z Amid the metaphors, the prime minister will make a series of calls for action to the general assembly members, including: Time for humanity to grow up on climate, says PM 2021-09-22T04:00:00Z Anyone who enters the general assembly hall at U.N. headquarters tacitly attests that they are vaccinated under an “honor system” put in place to prevent the General Assembly from turning into a super spreader event. Brazil’s unvaccinated Bolsonaro appears to break U.N. vaccine ‘honor system’ during address 2021-09-21T04:00:00Z Good morning, and welcome to the United Nations general assembly meeting live blog. António Guterres tells UN ‘the world must wake up’ over climate change – live 2021-09-21T04:00:00Z As president of the general assembly in 1974, he invited Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat to address the UN governing body - an unprecedented and ground-breaking move. Abdelaziz Bouteflika: Former Algerian president dies aged 84 2021-09-17T04:00:00Z Johnson is expected to hold talks with Biden during a four-day trip to the U.S. for the UN general assembly, which starts in New York on Sept. 21, the report said. UK PM Johnson to hold talks with Biden this month - The Times 2021-09-13T04:00:00Z The move needs to be approved by the party general assembly, which meets next month. Philippine ruling party leaders endorse Duterte for VP in 2022 2021-08-06T04:00:00Z When the forest patrols confirmed any unauthorised deforestation, they would report back to a general assembly of community members to decide on the best approach. Climate change: Technology boosts efforts to curb tree loss in Amazon 2021-07-12T04:00:00Z A long list of world leaders are expected to address the general assembly today, including Joe Biden, who is expected to speak this morning. António Guterres tells UN ‘the world must wake up’ over climate change – live 2021-09-21T04:00:00Z At its spring general assembly last week, the U.S. Opinion | U.S. Catholic bishops show that pastoralism is out and partisanship is in 2021-06-24T04:00:00Z Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi was headed to New York to attend a United Nations general assembly to discuss the Palestine issue, a ministry spokesman said. Indonesian faces jail for Tiktok clip denigrating Palestine 2021-05-19T04:00:00Z “This general assembly missed an opportunity to offload this albatross,” Kimpson said. SC Senate OKs Santee Cooper reform bill without sale option 2021-04-22T04:00:00Z Question 2: Should a governor’s disaster declaration be limited to a maximum of 21 days unless the general assembly, by majority vote of both houses, grants an extension? Editorial Roundup: Pennsylvania 2021-03-31T04:00:00Z The Belgian Pro League said on Tuesday its general assembly unanimously voted in favor of an “agreement in principle” for what it calls the BeNeLeague. Belgian soccer clubs favor merger with Netherlands teams 2021-03-16T04:00:00Z Motsepe was confirmed by acclamation - a round of applause by officials - at the Confederation of African Football’s general assembly meeting. Billionaire Motsepe elected president of African soccer 2021-03-12T05:00:00Z Motsepe was confirmed by acclamation — a round of applause by officials — at the Confederation of African Football’s general assembly meeting. Billionaire Motsepe elected president of African soccer 2021-03-12T05:00:00Z The bill also requires the state court administrator to send an annual report to the general assembly about the number and type of charges related to unsafe gun storage. Colorado lawmakers debate bill to safely store firearms 2021-03-08T05:00:00Z The legal bids will first be handled by a parliamentary commission which will decide whether to put them to a vote in the general assembly. Turkey's pro-Kurdish party MPs targeted in legal barrage 2021-02-25T05:00:00Z Now, with a historic vote in the Illinois general assembly on 13 January, Illinois is poised to become the first state in the country to end the use of wealth-based pre-trial detention. Illinois poised to become first state to end wealth-based pre-trial detention 2021-01-21T05:00:00Z The organizers included a former Georgia governor, a state prosecutor and a legislator who chaired the general assembly’s penitentiary committee. Opinion | What Jon Ossoff means for the South and its buried Jewish past 2021-01-18T05:00:00Z Infantino attended the general assembly, where Motsepe referred to him as “my brother” and thanked him “for the vision and encouragement of unity.” Billionaire Motsepe elected president of African soccer 2021-03-12T05:00:00Z The same is true at the state level in Virginia and Maryland as their general assemblies prepare to convene Wednesday for their regular annual sessions. Analysis | Biden’s goal, ‘Build Back Better,’ is also Democrats’ aim in Virginia and Maryland 2021-01-10T05:00:00Z Four years ago, Sam Park defeated a three-term Republican incumbent to become the first Asian American Democrat elected to the Georgia general assembly. Could Asian Americans be crucial to swinging Georgia's Senate races? 2021-01-01T05:00:00Z The Qatari capital of Doha beat Saudi Arabian counterpart Riyadh for the 2030 Games in the vote at the Olympic Council of Asia’s general assembly. Qatar to host 2030 Asian Games, Saudi Arabia in 2034 2020-12-16T05:00:00Z “Our current election laws were passed by Republican general assemblies.” Republican lawsuits challenge Georgia’s absentee-ballot requirements 2020-12-11T05:00:00Z “Calling the general assembly back in at this point would almost be along the lines of a solution trying to find a problem,” Duncan said. Georgia recertifies election results, confirming Biden's victory 2020-12-07T05:00:00Z Each time the amendments were decisively voted down in the general assembly, with the US drawing only a very small group of between four and 14 supporters. Trump administration in 'staggering' isolation at UN on health issues 2020-11-19T05:00:00Z The American bishops made the suggestions during their annual general assembly, held virtually this year because of the coronavirus pandemic and in the wake of an explosive 450-page report issued by the Vatican last week. After McCarrick scandal, U.S. bishops call for greater transparency 2020-11-17T05:00:00Z Given that general assembly after general assembly has failed for decades to agree on a fair and sustainable formula, it’s fair to ask why the 133rd thinks it can do the job. Editorial Roundup: Ohio 2020-11-16T05:00:00Z In nearly 40 states, they will play a key role next year in drawing the new congressional and general assembly maps that will establish the balance of power for the next decade. Democrats take one last swing at state legislatures before 2021 redistricting 2020-10-31T04:00:00Z The paint and body shops at Spring Hill will see major expansions, and the general assembly area will get new machinery, conveyors, controls and other equipment. Tennessee factory to become GM’s 3rd electric vehicle plant 2020-10-20T04:00:00Z The paint and body shops at Spring Hill will see major expansions, and the general assembly area will get new machinery, conveyors, controls and other equipment. Tennessee factory to become GM’s 3rd electric vehicle plant 2020-10-20T04:00:00Z Intriguingly, Thunberg insists her performance at the general assembly was an unusual one for her. Greta Thunberg: ‘Only people like me dare ask tough questions on climate’ 2020-10-11T04:00:00Z Meanwhile, Brazil’s far-right populist president, Jair Bolsonaro, told the United Nations general assembly that Brazil is the victim of an international disinformation campaign backed by “shady interests”. 'Total destruction': why fires are tearing across South America 2020-10-09T04:00:00Z We are calling on leaders at the UN general assembly to commit to investing in women leaders at all levels in Covid-19 coordination and planning. Forget notions of coronavirus as a great equaliser – women are yet again the hardest hit | Helen Pankhurst 2020-09-30T04:00:00Z At the UN general assembly this week, Vanuatu’s prime minister, Bob Loughman, said “the indigenous people of West Papua continue to suffer from human rights abuses”, arguing there had been “little progress” in addressing violations. Protests flare in Papua as students demand independence referendum 2020-09-28T04:00:00Z “We are seeing attempts to destabilise the situation in the country,” Makei told the UN general assembly in a video statement on Saturday. Belarus accuses western nations of sowing 'chaos and anarchy' 2020-09-26T04:00:00Z He’s also been asked if his video address to the UN general assembly risked offending China. Coronavirus live news: WHO warns 2m could die before vaccine; Victoria's health minister quits 2020-09-26T04:00:00Z He used his UN general assembly speech, just before Xi spoke, to criticise the accord and attack China as the world’s biggest emitter. China pledges to become carbon neutral before 2060 2020-09-22T04:00:00Z When the results are presented to the United Nations general assembly on Wednesday, Dayet will call on it and other international donors to pay particular attention to low-income countries. Australian teenager to address UN about Covid hardship among young women 2020-09-22T04:00:00Z As the United Nations general assembly kicked off on Tuesday, monarchs, presidents, and prime ministers did not fly to New York but instead sent in video messages. World leaders' UN video call backdrops – ranked! 2020-09-22T04:00:00Z On Friday, EU council president Charles Michel told the general assembly in his own video speech that repression and intimidation must stop and those responsible must be held accountable. Belarus accuses western nations of sowing 'chaos and anarchy' 2020-09-26T04:00:00Z Greetings, and welcome to the United Nations general assembly live blog. United Nations 75th general assembly – live updates 2020-09-22T04:00:00Z Boris Johnson is expected to use the UN general assembly to showcase Britain’s Cop26 presidency and unveil plans to end UK development aid funding for fossil fuels overseas. China pledges to become carbon neutral before 2060 2020-09-22T04:00:00Z Like so many other major events, the 75th UN general assembly is being held virtually in 2020, with world leaders appearing to state their positions on global affairs in pre-recorded video segments. First Thing: Republicans think they have the votes to replace Ginsburg 2020-09-22T04:00:00Z Donald Trump is expected to shrug off US isolation when he addresses the UN general assembly by video on Tuesday. US to break with UN security council and reimpose Iran snapback sanctions 2020-09-19T04:00:00Z Albemarle is the first locality to use a process for removing statues that was approved by the state’s general assembly. Crowd cheers as Charlottesville takes down statue of Confederate soldier 2020-09-12T04:00:00Z The 75th general assembly will certainly be different this year. United Nations 75th general assembly – live updates 2020-09-22T04:00:00Z MSF Canada said it was commissioning an independent investigation into the board’s leadership in response to complaints, and planned a special general assembly to review the organisation’s makeup. MSF ran 'white saviour' TV ad despite staff warnings over racism 2020-09-10T04:00:00Z The Presbyterian Church is organized into three levels, the congregation, the senate which is regional and then the general assembly which is national. 104-year-old woman keeps busy during COVID-19 pandemic 2020-09-05T04:00:00Z Similarly, a declaration drafted to mark the UN’s 75th birthday, due to be adopted at the September general assembly, led to long disagreements in the security council. What is the future of the UN in the age of impunity? 2020-07-23T04:00:00Z The draft bill is scheduled to be debated in the general assembly next week, Zengin added. Turkey’s ruling party moving to tighten grip on social media 2020-07-21T04:00:00Z In a statement following the vote of its general assembly on Tuesday, the league said the resolution proposed by the administrative council was adopted by a 74.49% majority of ballots. French clubs vote to maintain 20-team top-flight 2020-06-23T04:00:00Z The proposal needs to be upheld at the league’s general assembly on Tuesday. French league votes to keep 20-team 1st division next season 2020-06-19T04:00:00Z For years, when Republicans controlled the general assembly, they blocked efforts to change the law protecting war memorials. Confederate statue to be removed from Virginia's Monument Avenue 2020-06-04T04:00:00Z The wider general assembly voted by 105 to 15 to set up the international independent mechanism to look into war crimes in Syria. What is the future of the UN in the age of impunity? 2020-07-23T04:00:00Z Xi made the announcement at the organization's general assembly. China backs WHO investigation into coronavirus origin, pledges $2B 2020-05-18T04:00:00Z Their relegation is expected to be confirmed on Friday during the general assembly of the French Football Federation. French clubs vote to maintain 20-team top-flight 2020-06-23T04:00:00Z With the country under lockdown, Mrs Gersdorf did not convene a general assembly of the court to nominate her successor. Poland becoming an authoritarian state - top judge 2020-04-30T04:00:00Z The German Football League will conduct a virtual general assembly Thursday to discuss matters. USMNT’s Tyler Adams feels ‘safe’ with RB Leipzig as Bundesliga rustles to life 2020-04-18T04:00:00Z The UN general assembly decided in 1971 to recognise the People’s Republic of China as the sole legitimate representative of China and the WHO followed suit the following year. White House demands WHO reforms but is vague on details, diplomats say 2020-04-17T04:00:00Z The international community tried to achieve that in 2015, when the United Nations general assembly adopted a set of shared principles with overwhelming support. World must combat looming debt meltdown in developing countries | Joseph Stiglitz 2020-04-07T04:00:00Z WIPO’s general assembly has final say in May, but it has never rejected a committee nominee since the agency was created in 1967. US, China clash over head of UN intellectual property agency 2020-03-04T05:00:00Z Whoever is chosen needs to be confirmed at a general assembly in May. China vies to run U.N. patent office in bid for fifth leadership 2020-03-04T05:00:00Z Democrats ran heavily on gun control during last year’s legislative elections when they flipped control of the general assembly for the first time in more than two decades. Virginia Democrats join Republicans to reject assault weapons ban bill 2020-02-17T05:00:00Z The investment will fund upgrades like new machines and tools at the Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant’s paint shop, body shop and general assembly area. G.M. Making Detroit Plant a Hub of Electric and A.V. Efforts 2020-01-27T05:00:00Z The general assembly area as well as the paint and body shops will get major upgrades including new machinery, conveyors and controls, GM said in a statement. GM to invest $2.2B in Detroit to build electric vehicles 2020-01-27T05:00:00Z Items included her personal luggage with tags labeled "Mine!" and a dress she once wore to speak before the general assembly. Kim Kardashian channels Elizabeth Taylor in sexy photo shoot 2019-12-19T05:00:00Z To be specific, he told last year’s general assembly that it was more awesome than “almost any other administration in the history of our country.” What's it like to stand stark naked on the world stage? Ask Donald Trump | Richard Wolffe 2019-12-05T05:00:00Z The parliament’s general assembly was expected to hold a final vote later in the day. Turkish committee backs contentious maritime deal with Libya 2019-12-05T05:00:00Z The parliament’s general assembly was expected to hold a final vote later in the day. Turkish committee backs contentious maritime deal with Libya 2019-12-05T05:00:00Z There’s also a dress we put in that she wore to speak before the general assembly. Elizabeth Taylor’s assistant talks late star’s final years, why her estate is auctioning off personal items 2019-12-05T05:00:00Z At the United Nations general assembly in New York, the Guardian mediated a panel discussion on the human rights challenges of the digital age. Support the Guardian – and help us highlight the rise of digital inequality 2019-11-29T05:00:00Z “One of the products of gerrymandering and Republican domination we have in the Ohio general assembly is these are not necessarily reasonable people making our laws,” he said. Christian group wrote legislation eerily similar to Ohio religious liberty bill 2019-11-22T05:00:00Z American Roman Catholic bishops are meeting in Baltimore this week for the annual fall general assembly. Catholic bishops elect immigrant as leader 2019-11-12T05:00:00Z During his UN general assembly speech in September, Trump signalled that his administration would continue prioritising the issue. Donald Trump plans to make foreign aid conditional on religious freedom 2019-11-12T05:00:00Z The effort so alarmed the international community that the Dutch minister Sigrid Kaag delivered a special statement on the phrase’s importance before the general assembly. US effort to remove ‘sexual health’ from UN agreement may violate law, say senators 2019-10-30T04:00:00Z He was elected the general assembly’s assistant majority leader in 2017. Chicago Democrat accused of bribing senator for bill support 2019-10-28T04:00:00Z Arroyo has been re-elected to four terms as an Illinois state representative and as elected the general assembly’s assistant majority leader in 2017. Illinois lawmaker faces federal public corruption charge 2019-10-28T04:00:00Z "The country's economic resources are being diverted away from the essential needs of the people," Tomas Ojea Quintana, the body’s independent investigator on human rights, reportedly told the general assembly’s human rights committee Tuesday. Kim Jong Un orders demolition of 'shabby' South Korean-made buildings at North’s tourist site 2019-10-23T04:00:00Z Alston’s report on the human rights implications of the shift will be presented to the UN general assembly on Friday. ‘Digital welfare state’: Big Tech allowed to target and surveil the poor, UN warns 2019-10-16T04:00:00Z At the United Nations general assembly last month, Trump organised a meeting on the subject in the UN headquarters building, clashing with a global summit on the climate emergency on the same day. Trump promised China US silence on Hong Kong protests during trade talks 2019-10-04T04:00:00Z The UK held a behind-closed-doors session on the sidelines of the UN general assembly in New York last week to highlight the state of human rights in Iran. Iran sentences four people for spying for US and UK 2019-10-01T04:00:00Z Boris Johnson arrives in New York for the UN general assembly. Brexit countdown: inside Boris Johnson’s terrible week 2019-09-28T04:00:00Z On Wednesday, Trump and Zelenskiy met in person for the first time on the sidelines of the United Nations general assembly in New York. Trump and Democrats dig in as historic political battle begins 2019-09-28T04:00:00Z It is leader’s week at the UN general assembly, and the area around the headquarters is locked down. When Donald met Scott: a reporter's view of Trump and his White House wonderland 2019-09-27T04:00:00Z First questioned about the allegations while en route to the UN general assembly in New York on Sunday, Johnson refused six times to answer questions on it. PM Boris Johnson referred to police watchdog over Jennifer Arcuri allegations 2019-09-27T04:00:00Z Trump came face to face with a seemingly bewildered Zelenskiy at the UN general assembly in New York, where the two former TV stars met on Wednesday. US briefing: Ukraine memo, climate scientists snub Trump, and Ed Buck 2019-09-26T04:00:00Z They were about to fly 3,500 miles away from the national crisis over Brexit to the UN general assembly in New York, hoping, no doubt, for some respite. Brexit countdown: inside Boris Johnson’s terrible week 2019-09-28T04:00:00Z Khan told journalists at the UN general assembly. Imran Khan warns of potential nuclear war in Kashmir 2019-09-26T04:00:00Z Interestingly, Morrison’s speech to the UN general assembly, which was billed initially as being an address about practical environmentalism, not climate change, drifted back into climate. When Donald met Scott: a reporter's view of Trump and his White House wonderland 2019-09-27T04:00:00Z “I would like to announce that our response to any negotiation under sanctions is negative,” Rouhani said in an address to the UN general assembly in New York. Iran’s president rejects nuclear talks before sanctions are lifted 2019-09-25T04:00:00Z Zelenskiy is scheduled to meet Trump on Wednesday in New York after giving a speech at the United Nations general assembly. Trump-Biden scandal is 'worst-case scenario' for Ukraine 2019-09-25T04:00:00Z “I’m deeply grateful for being one of the recipients of this great honour,” said Thunberg, in New York for the UN general assembly. Greta Thunberg wins 'alternative Nobel' for environmental work 2019-09-25T04:00:00Z The inaugural World Poverty Forum will be announced on Wednesday in New York at the Decade of Action event taking place during UN general assembly week. Turning the tables: global poverty conference to be held in a slum 2019-09-25T04:00:00Z The Supreme Court verdict has meant that Johnson has had to cut short his visit to New York, where he was attending the United Nations general assembly. Boris Johnson flies to UK as parliament returns after court ruling – Politics live 2019-09-25T04:00:00Z In a combative 30-minute address to the UN general assembly, Bolsonaro denied – contrary to the evidence – that the world’s largest rainforest was “being devastated or consumed by fire, as the media deceitfully says”. Jair Bolsonaro says 'deceitful' media hyping Amazon wildfires 2019-09-24T04:00:00Z Johnson, who has lost a series of Commons votes since becoming prime minister, is due to arrive in London around lunchtime on Wednesday after an overnight flight back from the UN general assembly. Boris Johnson flies back to face MPs' fury after court ruling 2019-09-24T04:00:00Z Trump’s commerce secretary, Wilbur Ross, was pictured nodding off in the audience in the giant general assembly chamber. Donald Trump denounces 'globalism' in nationalist address to UN 2019-09-24T04:00:00Z However, he will fly home from the UN general assembly early after a conference call with cabinet ministers due at 6pm BST. Boris Johnson indicates he may renew attempt to suspend parliament 2019-09-24T04:00:00Z UN secretary general António Guterres opens the general assembly by emphasizing the UN charter’s message to “put people first” and the importance of human rights. Bolsonaro touts 'new Brazil' in address to UN – live news 2019-09-24T04:00:00Z Trump and Zelenskiy plan to meet at the UN general assembly in New York this week. Impeachment talk intensifies over Trump's call with Ukraine president 2019-09-23T04:00:00Z As world leaders converge for the 74th session of the UN general assembly, the Guardian’s world affairs editor, Julian Borger, explains the annual gathering and what might be achieved there. US briefing: Emmys, UN climate summit and Trump-Ukraine scandal 2019-09-23T04:00:00Z The statement will be presented to a high-level meeting on universal health coverage at the UN general assembly on Monday, says the letter, which suggests multilateral agreements have been misinterpreted to promote pro-choice policies. Leaked letter suggests US is rallying UN member states to oppose abortion 2019-09-23T04:00:00Z However, he will now leave directly after his speech to the main general assembly hall on Tuesday evening. Boris Johnson indicates he may renew attempt to suspend parliament 2019-09-24T04:00:00Z Before the general assembly, the UN held a special Climate Action summit on Monday. Bolsonaro touts 'new Brazil' in address to UN – live news 2019-09-24T04:00:00Z Like the report, the strike was timed to put pressure on the leaders gathering for the climate summit, which is being held ahead of the annual UN general assembly. Countries must triple climate emissions targets to limit global heating to 2C 2019-09-22T04:00:00Z Rouhani is expected to travel to New York on Monday, a day before general debate kicks off at the UN general assembly. Iran warns presence of foreign powers in Gulf raises 'insecurity' 2019-09-22T04:00:00Z The focus of the dispute is likely to move next week to New York where Zarif is expected to meet European foreign ministers, including the UK foreign secretary, Dominic Raab, at the UN general assembly. Saudi-led forces launch airstrikes on Yemeni city of Hodeidah 2019-09-20T04:00:00Z Meanwhile Ukraine’s presidential administration announced on Friday that Zelensky will meet Trump next week during the United Nations general assembly in New York. Trump denies Hillary Clinton claim he sought foreign help for 2020 election 2019-09-20T04:00:00Z Welcome to our live coverage of the United Nations general assembly’s general debate, where world leaders will discuss global issues and how their respective nations plan to respond. Bolsonaro touts 'new Brazil' in address to UN – live news 2019-09-24T04:00:00Z But a senior UN official said they were “not panicked” given the large organizational capacity of the UN general assembly. Trump to attend religious freedom meeting at UN during climate summit 2019-09-20T04:00:00Z The annual meeting of the United Nations’ general assembly is scheduled for next week in New York. UK negotiator says Brexit deal is possible, Johnson to meet Tusk at... 2019-09-20T04:00:00Z O’Brien worked with him, and shares his disdain for the institution - which holds its annual general assembly meeting next week in New York. Factbox: Trump's new national security adviser, in his own words 2019-09-18T04:00:00Z Former President Bush appointed him in 2005 to serve as a representative to the UN general assembly. Trump names new national security adviser 2019-09-18T04:00:00Z As is customary, Brazil will be the first country to speak, with its president, Jair Bolsonaro, making his general assembly debut. Bolsonaro touts 'new Brazil' in address to UN – live news 2019-09-24T04:00:00Z Khan said Pakistan’s prime minister would use the stage at the UN general assembly in New York to expose the situation in Indian-administered Kashmir a “direct and forthright” manner. Pakistan PM to accuse Modi of complicity in Kashmir 'terrorism' 2019-09-18T04:00:00Z Number 10 said Johnson and Merkel would speak again at the UN general assembly in New York next week. Brexit: Supreme court begins hearing case over Johnson's suspension of parliament – live news 2019-09-17T04:00:00Z Speaking last year at the UN general assembly, she said the #MeToo movement must become “we too”. Ardern under pressure as staffer accused of sexual assault quits 2019-09-12T04:00:00Z Trump was said to be keen to score some easy diplomatic wins, including engineering a meeting with Rouhani at this month’s UN general assembly, by offering to ease sanctions on Tehran. US briefing: asylum ruling, Bolton row and California gig workers 2019-09-12T04:00:00Z Donald Trump and his top officials reportedly discussed the possibility of easing sanctions on Iran on Monday, as a means of engineering a meeting with Iran’s president, Hassan Rouhani, at this month’s UN general assembly. Donald Trump reportedly discussed plan to meet Iranian president at UN 2019-09-11T04:00:00Z “The general assembly did not seek to subject minors who recorded themselves in non-exploitative sexual encounters to prosecution. Rather, the statute contemplates protecting children from the actions of others.” Maryland court: teen girl who sexted friends violated child pornography laws 2019-08-31T04:00:00Z He also called on all donor countries to step up with extra money during next month’s UN general assembly. 'Invest or pay the price': more than half of refugee children not in education 2019-08-30T04:00:00Z The Iranian and US presidents are both due to attend the UN general assembly in New York in mid-September. Iran president steps back from possible Trump talks 2019-08-27T04:00:00Z An encounter is possible between the US and Iranian president when they attend UN general assembly in New York in less than a month. Too soon for Iran talks, says Donald Trump 2019-08-26T04:00:00Z Securing a meeting with Rouhani at the UN general assembly is likely to be challenging without significant sanctions relief, a U-turn from the Trump administration’s “maximum pressure” policy. Donald Trump reportedly discussed plan to meet Iranian president at UN 2019-09-11T04:00:00Z “Around the world, responsible nations must defend against threats to sovereignty not just from global governance, but also from other, new forms of coercion and domination,” he told the general assembly. Brexit, Iran, Huawei: What John Bolton’s ‘interim deals’ could cost 2019-08-13T04:00:00Z Trump’s attempt to talk directly to Iran’s leadership have thus far been rebuffed, but September’s UN general assembly offers another opportunity for a meeting with the Iranian president, Hassan Rouhani. Why Trump’s 'maximum pressure' foreign policy yields minimum results 2019-08-11T04:00:00Z The contrast with Occupy Wall Street’s general assemblies, which sought to establish consensus rather than decisive victors and losers, was unmistakable. Is ‘Bernie or Bust’ the Future of the Left? 2019-08-06T04:00:00Z President Donald Trump on the sidelines of United Nations’ general assembly scheduled for later in September in New York. Japan, U.S. target broad bilateral trade deal by September: Nikkei 2019-08-04T04:00:00Z Khamenei was furious with the president for even taking a phone call from Obama at the UN general assembly six years ago. Donald Trump reportedly discussed plan to meet Iranian president at UN 2019-09-11T04:00:00Z Twenty-one years ago, on my recommendation, the UN general assembly named 2001 the year of “dialogue among civilisations”, and signalled its commitment to peace and its rejection of war and violence. By punishing Iran, Trump risks a full-scale war between our two countries | Mohammad Khatami 2019-07-22T04:00:00Z The Confederation of African Football, whose president is facing numerous allegations of corruption amid the crisis, is holding its general assembly on Thursday in Cairo on the eve of the African Cup final. Infantino attends as troubled African soccer body meets 2019-07-18T04:00:00Z In that case, he ruled federal judges should butt out of the heavily political process of drawing new legislative districts, saying it’s a political question best left to politicians such as general assemblies and governors. Top conservative calls for impeachment of Chief Justice Roberts 2019-06-27T04:00:00Z The new wording was approved by the general assembly of the Episcopal Conference of Italy last month. Led not into temptation: pope approves change to Lord's Prayer 2019-06-06T04:00:00Z The United Nations general assembly overwhelmingly backs a motion condemning Britain’s occupation of the islands. UK suffers crushing defeat in UN vote on Chagos Islands 2019-05-22T04:00:00Z Now election to the general assembly is accompanied with a level of entitlement that can take your breath away. Editorials from around Pennsylvania 2019-05-15T04:00:00Z It said the organization will be present at Rothschild’s general assembly meeting in Paris on May 16, and would ask management to put an end to all financial services related to the coal sector. Rothschild withdraws from advising Adani on Australia coal project 2019-05-15T04:00:00Z The proposal will be made during the federation’s general assembly next week. Spain considers playing Super Cup in Saudi Arabia 2019-04-24T04:00:00Z When the residents of Paraje León decided to hold a general assembly to vote on the proposal, the result was a deadlock, but a group of about twenty people eventually agreed to move forward. How Climate Change Is Fuelling the U.S. Border Crisis 2019-04-03T04:00:00Z And in September, New Zealand’s prime minister, Jacinda Ardern, became a symbol for working mothers when she brought her baby to the UN general assembly in New York. Danish politician's baby 'not welcome' in parliament's chamber 2019-03-19T04:00:00Z The Olympic Council of Asia confirmed after its general assembly over the weekend that athletes from Oceania would be eligible to compete in some team sports in Hangzhou, China, in September 2022. 2022 Asian Games to include athletes from Oceania 2019-03-04T05:00:00Z The ruling is expected to be referred back to the UN general assembly, where it will be debated. UN court rejects UK claim to sovereignty over Chagos Islands 2019-02-25T05:00:00Z Rubiales says the proposal will be made during the federation’s general assembly. Spain wants ‘final four’ format for its Super Cup 2019-02-19T05:00:00Z The authors suggest the UK should adopt a more collaborative stance at the UN, for instance by sharing the so-called pen-holding role on key files with members of the general assembly. Brexit causing ‘palpable decline’ in UK influence at the UN 2019-02-19T05:00:00Z The scandals come as Virginia Democrats appeared poised to take control of the general assembly in the increasingly Democratic state in November’s off-year elections for the first time in over two decades. Virginia: second woman accuses lieutenant governor of sexual assault 2019-02-08T05:00:00Z He has given a speech at the United Nations general assembly and another at Massachusetts Institute of Technology with Justin Trudeau. The incredible story of Pita Taufatofua, Tonga's shirtless Olympic flag bearer 2019-01-01T05:00:00Z Hunt pressed his Iranian counterpart, Mohammad Zarif, about the case in September when they met in New York on the fringes of the United Nations general assembly. Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe spends 40th birthday in Iranian jail 2018-12-26T05:00:00Z The property will be overseen by an executive committee that will consult a general assembly of co-owners for decisions. Need a last-minute Christmas gift? Share of French castle offered for €51 2018-12-23T05:00:00Z However, this year the resolution included approval of a compact on refugees, which was produced by the UN refugee chief, Filippo Grandi, after it was requested by the general assembly in 2016. US concerns about abortion and refugees leave country isolated at UN 2018-12-17T05:00:00Z The government said the embassy proposal was flagged due to a vote on the UN general assembly resolution on the Palestinian Authority chairing the G77. Australian government to recognise West Jerusalem as Israel's capital 2018-12-14T05:00:00Z The group decided on that figure during a general assembly last week. In the 1980s, this Honduran sparked friction between the U.S. and Mexico. Now, he's stirring migrants in Tijuana 2018-12-13T05:00:00Z I was in Zuccotti Park in New York City, where the protest movement began, when the “general assembly” invited the participants to pin notes listing their demands on to trees. How to create a leaderless revolution and win lasting political change | Carne Ross 2018-12-13T05:00:00Z Both governments ignored a UN general assembly resolution calling for the appointment of “an independent and high-ranking official to conduct a dedicated internal review of their intelligence, security and defence archives” for relevant information. Dag Hammarskjöld crash inquiry: UK and South Africa criticised for not cooperating 2018-12-12T05:00:00Z The US was the only country to oppose the draft resolution last month when it was first negotiated and agreed by the general assembly human rights committee. US concerns about abortion and refugees leave country isolated at UN 2018-12-17T05:00:00Z The two remaining candidate cities for the 2026 Winter Olympics — Stockholm and Milan-Cortina — made presentations to Bach and other delegates at the Association of National Olympic Committee general assembly in Tokyo on Wednesday. IOC sets up committee to assist on human rights 2018-12-01T05:00:00Z ANOC’s general assembly also viewed presentations for the 2026 Winter Olympic from Stockholm and the Italian partnership of Milan and Cortina. Olympic ‘kingmaker’ Sheikh Ahmad leaves to handle court case 2018-11-28T05:00:00Z That group with 1,400 delegates meets this week in Tokyo, with its general assembly meetings on Wednesday and Thursday at a luxury Tokyo hotel complex. Olympic-related meetings overshadowed by corruption charges 2018-11-26T05:00:00Z She’s chair of the state party’s Environmental Caucus, and she addressed the general assembly, about 200 people from across the state. Why Democrats must embrace Ocasio-Cortez’s “Green New Deal” proposal 2018-11-25T05:00:00Z It had led the UN to pass security council resolutions on the issue, he said, including getting 155 nations to sign up to action on the issue at the general assembly. Hague hails 'tremendous start' to sexual violence scheme set up with Jolie 2018-11-23T05:00:00Z After Interpol's general assembly rejected Kosovo's third bid for membership in three years on Tuesday, Kosovo complained of a "fierce campaign" conducted by Serbia against the idea of normalising relations with its former province. Kosovo hits Serbia with 100% trade tariffs 2018-11-21T05:00:00Z Human rights groups raised the alarm two years ago when Interpol's general assembly approved Meng as president. South Korean named Interpol president in blow to Russia 2018-11-21T05:00:00Z Human rights groups raised the alarm two years ago when Interpol’s general assembly approved Meng as president. South Korean named Interpol president in blow to Russia 2018-11-20T05:00:00Z Interpol’s president chairs its general assembly while day-to-day operations are handled by the organisation’s secretary general, Jürgen Stock. Interpol elects South Korean as its president in blow to Russia 2018-11-21T05:00:00Z The general assembly of Interpol, which facilitates international police cooperation, is under way in Dubai and will vote on a new president on Wednesday. Putin critics voice alarm at prospect of Russian Interpol chief 2018-11-21T05:00:00Z Interpol’s general assembly is due to elect a new president on Wednesday after incumbent Meng Hongwei of China went missing in September. Kremlin critics unite to try to stop Russian becoming Interpol head 2018-11-20T05:00:00Z Interpol’s general assembly is expected to elect its new president on Wednesday. The Latest: Russia says critics politicizing Interpol 2018-11-20T05:00:00Z Later this week, Interpol’s general assembly in Dubai will decide who becomes Interpol’s next president. Opinion | The world can’t let Russia run Interpol. My experiences show why. 2018-11-19T05:00:00Z The organization’s general assembly meets in Dubai this week to pick a successor to Meng Hongwei of China, who was named president in 2016 but was unceremoniously recalled to Beijing last month and then disappeared. Opinion | There is a wolf at Interpol’s door. The agency should not let him take over. 2018-11-19T05:00:00Z DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – Police chiefs from around the world gathered in Dubai on Sunday for Interpol's general assembly to select a new president after the agency's former leader was detained in China. Interpol meets to select new president after China's arrest 2018-11-18T05:00:00Z However on the same day, the Trump administration’s relative isolation was highlighted at the UN general assembly, which overwhelmingly adopted its 27th annual resolution calling for an end to the US economic embargo on Cuba. Bolton praises Bolsonaro while declaring ‘troika of tyranny’ in Latin America 2018-11-01T04:00:00Z Neither side seems inclined to paper over the gaps: Last week, the annual general assembly of the Jewish Federations of North America, hosted by Tel Aviv, was headlined: “We Need to Talk.” Pittsburgh shooting exposes rift in Israel, which doesn't recognize all Jewish denominations - Los Angeles Times 2018-10-30T04:00:00Z Traditionally, IAU resolutions are debated at general assemblies, once every 4 years, and decided by a show of hands of attending members. Move over, Hubble: Discovery of expanding cosmos assigned to little-known Belgian astronomer-priest 2018-10-29T04:00:00Z The state’s Republican-controlled general assembly last year approved the exact match requirement. Armies of lawyers are mobilizing to keep an eye on chaos at the pollse 2018-10-24T04:00:00Z In Meng's place on Sunday, senior vice president of Interpol's executive committee, Kim Jong Yang of South Korea— who was previously named acting president — helped open the ceremony for the general assembly meeting. Interpol meets to select new president after China's arrest 2018-11-18T05:00:00Z Mr. Meng knew this and emphasized at last year’s general assembly in Beijing that Interpol’s neutrality “is its lifeline.” Opinion | The president of Interpol disappeared. Now China has burst its own bubble. 2018-10-09T04:00:00Z He was in the US accompanying other members of his First Justice party for meetings with foreign dignitaries attending the United Nations general assembly. Fernando Albán: UN to investigate death in custody of Venezuelan politician 2018-10-09T04:00:00Z Just over a year ago, Mr. Meng presided over a general assembly of Interpol members in Beijing. Head of Interpol Disappears, and Eyes Turn Toward China 2018-10-05T04:00:00Z As president, he is responsible for oversight of the organization, presiding over meetings of its general assembly and executive committee. Interpol President Meng Hongwei Said to Have Gone Missing in China 2018-10-05T04:00:00Z Ri was speaking at the United Nations general assembly in New York. North Korea will not abandon nuclear weapons if it cannot trust US – minister 2018-09-29T04:00:00Z The general assembly is a vast hall full of national leaders, most with very different views but an equal right to speak. Presidential peril: What happened when Trump made landfall at the UN 2018-09-29T04:00:00Z “Protectionism will only hurt oneself, and unilateral moves will bring damage to all,” he told the UN general assembly gathering of world leaders. China warns US it will not be 'blackmailed' on trade 2018-09-28T04:00:00Z Trump demonstrated that once again in this week’s address to the UN general assembly. It’s not just Trump. Much of America has turned its back on Europe | Timothy Garton Ash 2018-09-28T04:00:00Z In a speech to the UN general assembly on Thursday, Netanyahu said he was revealing the existence of the “atomic warehouse” for the first time in public. Netanyahu claims Israel has found Iran's 'secret atomic warehouse' 2018-09-27T04:00:00Z “I’ve got all the time in the world,” Trump said, at a freewheeling press conference after his appearance at the UN general assembly. 'All the time in the world': Trump says no rush for North Korea to denuclearise 2018-09-26T04:00:00Z If the general assembly appearance was perilous, the president’s decision to chair a session of the security council was even more fraught with risk. Presidential peril: What happened when Trump made landfall at the UN 2018-09-29T04:00:00Z The Trump administration has set out its campaign against Iran at the UN general assembly, producing a special booklet, Outlaw Regime, chronicling Iran’s “destructive activities”. Trump to face opposition from allies as he chairs UN security council meeting 2018-09-26T04:00:00Z "Iran's leaders sow chaos, death and destruction," Mr Trump told the general assembly. Trump set to chair key UN session 2018-09-26T04:00:00Z In talks on the fringes of the United Nations general assembly, May called for Zaghari-Ratcliffe’s release. May tells Rouhani: Zaghari-Ratcliffe jailing raises 'serious concerns' 2018-09-26T04:00:00Z At last year’s UN general assembly, Trump threatened to “totally destroy” North Korea. 'All the time in the world': Trump says no rush for North Korea to denuclearise 2018-09-26T04:00:00Z In his address to the United Nations general assembly, Iran’s president Hassan Rouhani stressed Tehran’s continued commitment to the deal and accused the US of pressurising other countries into violating the nuclear agreement. EU, China and Russia in move to sidestep US sanctions on Iran 2018-09-26T04:00:00Z President Trump in an address at the UN general assembly asked all nations to isolate Iran. How businesses reacted to new Iran sanctions 2018-09-25T04:00:00Z Trump, arriving at the United Nations general assembly before his speech Tuesday, said Venezuela is “a very sad case and we want to see it fixed. What’s happening there is a human tragedy.” US puts sanctions on Venezuela's first lady and vice-president 2018-09-25T04:00:00Z The so-called small group on Syria, made up of mainly western foreign ministers, is due to meet at this week’s general assembly in New York. Syria faces perpetual war unless Russia extends ceasefire, France warns 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z The international community is gathering in New York for the opening day of the UN general assembly, wary of what Donald Trump plans to bring to the party. Monday US briefing: second Kavanaugh accuser comes forward 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z The foreign ministers of India and Pakistan are to meet on the sidelines of the UN general assembly next week in the first high-level contact between the neighbours in nearly three years. India and Pakistan meeting at UN to end three-year freeze 2018-09-21T04:00:00Z The ructions come as the collaboration — which has 11,000 members in 130 countries — meets for its general assembly in Edinburgh, UK. Mass resignation guts board of prestigious Cochrane Collaboration 2018-09-16T04:00:00Z The North Carolina general assembly convened on 16 May; by Memorial Day, it was clear that the Republican majority had enough votes to make HB 514 law. This picture signaled an end to segregation. Why has so little changed? 2018-09-17T04:00:00Z De Mistura’s aim is to report on the peace process to a US-chaired meeting of the UN security council on 20 September, probably at the time of the UN general assembly. UN special envoy on Syria warns against bombing rebel enclave 2018-09-04T04:00:00Z True, in the case of genocide, the commitment was made by the UN general assembly for immediate action 70 years ago. Debating the definition of genocide will not save the Rohingya | Charles Petrie 2018-09-04T04:00:00Z She is intending to take Neve with her on a trip to New York later in September for the UN general assembly. Jacinda Ardern queried for taking costly flight to minimise time away from baby 2018-09-03T04:00:00Z Britain and the United States opposed the demand, but were voted down by the U.N. general assembly. World Court weighs Britain's claim to Chagos Islands in Indian Ocean 2018-09-03T04:00:00Z “School will begin on Wed., Sept. 5 for 1st through 12 grade students and Mon., Sept. 10 for kindergarten students. The SEA general assembly will vote on the proposed contract on Sat., Sept. 8.” Seattle teachers reach tentative contract deal, avert strike 2018-08-31T04:00:00Z Last year, the UK suffered a humiliating defeat at the United Nations general assembly when members voted overwhelmingly to send the matter to the ICJ in The Hague. UK 'threats' over Indian Ocean islands 2018-08-27T04:00:00Z He tells the UN general assembly that Iran's government turned a "wealthy country with a rich history and culture into an economically depleted rogue state". Trump’s sanctions against Iran are a clear breach of international law | Gholamali Khoshroo 2018-08-08T04:00:00Z A vote in the general assembly is expected next week. Turkey debates new terror bill as state of emergency ends 2018-07-19T04:00:00Z In order the reach the weekly deadline, Tesla build an entire new general assembly line between May and June in one of the car parks of its Fremont factory in California. Musk declares Tesla 'a real car company' 2018-07-02T04:00:00Z In early June, Musk told shareholders at the annual meeting that he was feeling optimistic about Model 3 production thanks to a third general assembly line. Tesla builds 5,000 Model 3 vehicles in final week of the quarter 2018-07-01T04:00:00Z Within a couple of hours of the shooting, the Capital Gazette reporter Chase Cook, who normally covers the Maryland general assembly, was filing social media reports from the scene. 'We're putting out a damn paper’ - Capital Gazette publishes despite attack 2018-06-29T04:00:00Z “Needed another general assembly line to reach 5k/week Model 3 production,” Musk tweeted on June 18. Tesla lagging on Model 3 production, workers say 2018-06-28T04:00:00Z The billionaire CEO and chairman of the electric-car maker wasn’t far from two general assembly lines making the Model 3 sedan, surrounded by the sound of banging metal. Elon Musk Races to Exit Tesla’s ‘Production Hell’ 2018-06-28T04:00:00Z Built entire new general assembly line in 3 weeks w minimal resources. Tesla built a giant tent to expand production of the Model 3 2018-06-22T04:00:00Z In a scathing letter to human rights watchdogs, Haley criticised opposition to US attempts to drive through a general assembly vote on reform last month. Quitting UN human rights council puts US 'on wrong side of history' – activists 2018-06-21T04:00:00Z The UN Global Study on Children Deprived of Liberty – due to be presented to the general assembly this September – aims to address this data gap. Thousands of children are imprisoned across Africa. They need justice | Graça Machel 2018-06-18T04:00:00Z Two sources confirmed to Reuters that the next stoppage on the general assembly line at the Fremont, California, plant was scheduled for May 26-31. Tesla plans 6-day stoppage at factory for assembly line fixes: sources 2018-05-15T04:00:00Z He also called for the permanent five members of the UN security council to relinquish their role and to hand their seats over on a rotating basis to the broader membership from the general assembly. Turkey's president blames US for returning world to 'dark days' 2018-05-14T04:00:00Z This year, the city of Hamadan – where Avicenna, the father of modern medicine, is buried – will host the general assembly of the world tourism organisation. Sunset at Persepolis: Iranians fear Trump has killed tourism boom 2018-05-11T04:00:00Z Warmbier died a few days later, and Trump has highlighted his death in several major speeches, including the State of the Union address in January and remarks to the South Korean general assembly last fall. Pompeo arrives in North Korea as anticipation builds over Trump’s summit with Kim Jong Un 2018-05-08T04:00:00Z In December, 128 countries voted in a non-binding UN general assembly resolution calling on the United States to drop its recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital. Paraguay to follow US and move embassy in Israel to Jerusalem 2018-05-07T04:00:00Z Called “uniting for peace”, it would enable nine members of the 15-strong security council to bypass a Russian veto and refer the matter to a full vote at the general assembly. Syria: western nations may seek to bypass Russian veto at UN 2018-04-24T04:00:00Z This was the name the king used when he addressed the UN general assembly in 2017 and at the state opening of the country's parliament in 2014. Swaziland king changes the country's name 2018-04-19T04:00:00Z The extra bodies will help the company add an extra shift of work for “general assembly, body and paint,” allowing it to produce Model 3s around the clock. Elon Musk says Tesla will build Model 3s 24/7 until the end of June 2018-04-17T04:00:00Z “We need to break with the past and demand that our voices, our values, and our vision of the future be heard in the general assembly.” Boxer wears ‘America 1st’ shorts in bout with Mexican, finishes second 2018-04-13T04:00:00Z Swope attended one of the group’s general assembly meetings for information, but she found the group’s highlights are the fun events mixed with effective topics. EXCHANGE: Group brings students around to life at Millikin 2018-03-23T04:00:00Z It would then require a two-thirds majority by the general assembly for an attribution mechanism to be agreed. Syria: western nations may seek to bypass Russian veto at UN 2018-04-24T04:00:00Z One innovation of the 2016 process was that while nomination hearings were made in public before the general assembly, the security council pursued the official balloting in secret. 'The House of Cards of the UN': Helen Clark film reveals a shadowy world 2018-03-20T04:00:00Z The UN general assembly passed a resolution in December 2016 setting up a panel to assist in investigating and prosecuting those responsible for war crimes in Syria. Waiting for Putin and Assad to run out of people to kill. Is that our plan? | Ian Bond 2018-02-24T05:00:00Z There are five permanent members – China, France, Russia, the UK and the US – and 10 temporary members at any one time, elected by the general assembly for two-year terms. Russia blocks UN resolution on eastern Ghouta ceasefire 2018-02-22T05:00:00Z Her latest project is a report on “informal settlements” – shanties, favelas, tent cities – which will be presented at the UN general assembly. San Francisco or Mumbai? UN envoy encounters homeless life in California 2018-01-22T05:00:00Z “I think electing Republicans is better than electing Democrats,” bragged the chair of the redistricting committee in the state general assembly, David Lewis. North Carolina's 'partisan gerrymander' could prompt supreme court action 2018-01-14T05:00:00Z The judges ordered the general assembly to approve another set of districts by 24 January. Partisan gerrymandering: Republican map of North Carolina ruled illegal 2018-01-09T05:00:00Z The UN general assembly adopted a resolution last week rejecting the US.’s recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital, with several traditional American allies voting in favour of the motion. Israeli minister plans to name Western Wall train station after Trump 2017-12-27T05:00:00Z The resolution passed by the general assembly declared the US action on Jerusalem null and void. Guatemala to follow Trump by moving Israel embassy to Jerusalem 2017-12-24T05:00:00Z The United Nations general assembly voted overwhelmingly on Thursday to reject Trump’s move, ignoring the president’s threats to cut off aid to any country that went against him. By Bethlehem’s Manger Square, Palestinians lament Trump’s season of ill-will 2017-12-24T05:00:00Z This week the UN general assembly voted by a huge majority to reject America’s stance. Steve Bannon savages 'Javanka', laying bare White House tensions 2017-12-23T05:00:00Z On Thursday the 193-member general assembly adopted a resolution by 128 to nine with 35 abstentions that rejected the US decision on Jerusalem. Mahmoud Abbas calls on France to step up as he rejects US as peace broker 2017-12-22T05:00:00Z Ambassador Nikki Haley warned the general assembly that the United States will be “taking names” when the United Nations votes on whether Trump should rescind his recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital. Analysis | The Daily 202: The tax bill is likely to become more popular after passage. Here’s how Republicans plan to sell it. 2017-12-20T05:00:00Z Guatemala was one of nine countries that voted with the United States and Israel on Thursday when the UN general assembly overwhelmingly adopted a non-binding resolution denouncing Trump’s recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital. Guatemala to follow Trump by moving Israel embassy to Jerusalem 2017-12-24T05:00:00Z A copy of the draft resolution, also seen by the Guardian, calls on the general assembly to declare the US move “null and void”. US will 'take names of those who vote to reject Jerusalem recognition' 2017-12-20T05:00:00Z One hundred and twenty-three countries voted for the treaty at the UN general assembly in July. Nuclear annihilation 'one tantrum away', Nobel peace prize winner warns 2017-12-10T05:00:00Z Those contacts, known as the “New York channel” were cut by the North Koreans after threatening remarks by Donald Trump during the UN general assembly in September. North Korea is ready to open direct talks with US, says Russia's Sergei Lavrov 2017-12-07T05:00:00Z His Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom, a precursor to First Amendment safeguards on religious freedom in the Constitution, passed the state’s general assembly in January 1786. Jefferson took a blade to his Bible: Presidents, faith and the new Bible museum 2017-11-16T05:00:00Z Another caught Kelly with his head in his hands during the president’s address to the UN general assembly. Trump chief of staff John Kelly: 'I'm not quitting, I'm not getting fired' 2017-10-12T04:00:00Z “The general assembly will say, without the fear of the veto, that the international community is refusing to accept the unilateral position of the United States,” Mansour told reporters. US will 'take names of those who vote to reject Jerusalem recognition' 2017-12-20T05:00:00Z News of the government’s legal costs was revealed a little over a week after Trudeau used his speech at the UN general assembly to highlight the plight of Canada’s indigenous peoples. Canada has spent $110,000 to avoid paying $6,000 for indigenous teen's orthodontics 2017-09-30T04:00:00Z Interpol announced the inclusion of the “State of Palestine,” as well as the Solomon Islands, on Wednesday after a vote by its general assembly in Beijing. Interpol approves Palestinian membership, angering Israel 2017-09-27T04:00:00Z The international policing body backed membership for "the State of Palestine" at its annual general assembly. Interpol approves Palestinian membership 2017-09-27T04:00:00Z Interpol said membership applications by the State of Palestine and the Solomon Islands were approved at its annual general assembly by more than the required two-thirds majority of votes. Interpol approves membership for State of Palestine over Israeli objections 2017-09-27T04:00:00Z In 2012, the UN general assembly upgraded the Palestinian Authority’s observer status at the United Nations to “non-member state” from “entity”, like the Vatican. Interpol votes to admit Palestine as full member 2017-09-27T04:00:00Z Interpol announced the inclusion of the “State of Palestine” as well as the Solomon Islands on Twitter and its website Wednesday after a vote by its general assembly in Beijing. Interpol approves ‘State of Palestine’ as member state 2017-09-27T04:00:00Z A Chapter 9 bankruptcy would also require consent from the governor, treasurer and general assembly, the agency said. Hartford's rating sinks deeper into junk; agencies cite possible default 2017-09-26T04:00:00Z The Gates foundation is spending billions of dollars to accelerate action to meet the 17 sustainable development goals, adopted by the UN general assembly in 2015. Obama: 'The world has never been healthier, wealthier or less violent' 2017-09-25T04:00:00Z Interpol said membership applications by the State of Palestine and the Solomon Islands were approved at its annual general assembly by more than the required two-thirds majority of votes. Interpol approves membership for State of Palestine over Israeli objections 2017-09-27T04:00:00Z President Trump’s remarks to the UN general assembly last week made me shudder. The world is moving on – with or without Trump’s crude bravado | Jeffrey Sachs 2017-09-23T04:00:00Z But the aftershocks of Donald Trump’s speech to the UN general assembly still reverberate. Trump’s global vision is a nightmare. The UN has to act | Mark Seddon 2017-09-25T04:00:00Z A Chapter 9 bankruptcy would also require consent from the governor, treasurer and general assembly, the agency said. Hartford's rating sinks deeper into junk; agencies cite possible default 2017-09-26T04:00:00Z The United Nations general assembly met in New York this week, affording Donald Trump his first opportunity to address the world body as president. Tracking Trump: trading threats as tension builds with North Korea 2017-09-23T04:00:00Z As with most presidents at general assemblies, Trump’s role was defined by his formal address to the chamber on the opening day, Tuesday. Trump's debut at the UN: threats, taunts – and gasps of alarm from the diplomats 2017-09-23T04:00:00Z Speaking at the annual U.N. general assembly earlier this week, President Trump threatened to “totally destroy” North Korea if the country uses nuclear weaponry against the U.S. or its allies. France threatens to skip 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea over security concerns 2017-09-22T04:00:00Z Moon, of South Korea, praised Trump’s hardline stance on Pyongyang, and his general assembly speech. Trump executive order targets any firm backing trade with North Korea 2017-09-21T04:00:00Z Moon, Abe and Donald Trump are due to discuss the North Korean crisis on the sidelines of the UN general assembly later on Thursday. South Korea approves $8m aid package for North Korea 2017-09-21T04:00:00Z Trump remained at the UN general assembly in New York and continued to meet world leaders, including the presidents of Afghanistan, Ukraine, Japan, Turkey and South Korea. Tracking Trump: trading threats as tension builds with North Korea 2017-09-23T04:00:00Z That argument disappeared at this general assembly, to be replaced by more open expressions of alarm of the global dangers posed by his turbulent personality. Trump's debut at the UN: threats, taunts – and gasps of alarm from the diplomats 2017-09-23T04:00:00Z “The big event today was President Trump’s first address to the general assembly, and expectations were high,” Noah said, adding that the White House amped up anticipation by saying the speech would be “deeply philosophical”. Hillary Clinton to Colbert: 'Trump's UN speech was very dark and dangerous' 2017-09-20T04:00:00Z The PM told delegates at the UN general assembly there was a gap between "the nobility of its purposes and the effectiveness of its delivery". UK threatens to withhold UN funding 2017-09-20T04:00:00Z The Iranian president described Trump’s speech – in which he also threatened to “totally destroy” North Korea – as “ignorant, absurd and hateful rhetoric” that was beneath the dignity of the UN general assembly. Iranian president Rouhani condemns 'ignorant, absurd, hateful' Trump speech 2017-09-20T04:00:00Z In an interview, state representative Jimmy Dixon, a former poultry farmer and a Duplin County Republican who is perhaps the hog industry’s most outspoken ally in the general assembly, makes three fundamental beliefs abundantly clear. A million tons of feces and an unbearable stench: life near industrial pig farms 2017-09-20T04:00:00Z Donald Trump’s maiden address to the UN general assembly was unlike any ever delivered in the chamber by a US president. A blunt, fearful rant: Trump's UN speech left presidential norms in the dust 2017-09-19T04:00:00Z “Rocket Man is on a suicide mission for himself and for his regime,” the US president warned during his bellicose debut at the UN general assembly. Was Donald Trump aiming at North Korea's Rocket Man or his friend next door? 2017-09-20T04:00:00Z She will urge social networks and search engines to act when she addresses the general assembly. May to warn tech firms on terror content 2017-09-19T04:00:00Z Terrorism will be one of the main themes of May’s speech to the UN general assembly on Wednesday lunchtime. May calls on internet firms to remove extremist content within two hours 2017-09-19T04:00:00Z In 2007, her activism took her to the lawn outside the general assembly, where she joined other Reach members to protest about the effects of hog farming for more than 50 consecutive hours. A million tons of feces and an unbearable stench: life near industrial pig farms 2017-09-20T04:00:00Z Like much of the 41-minute speech, Trump’s reference to the Iran deal was met by stony silence in the general assembly chamber. Donald Trump threatens to 'totally destroy' North Korea in UN speech 2017-09-19T04:00:00Z The incident occurred only a few hours before Netanyahu was due to speak at the UN general assembly. Israel: 'We have shot down Iranian-supplied Hezbollah drone' 2017-09-19T04:00:00Z Had it not been for her stunning loss to Donald Trump in the 2016 election, she would be taking her place this week with world leaders at the United Nations general assembly. Clinton takes on Trump, Putin and misogyny as fans flock to book tour 2017-09-18T04:00:00Z The US and Israeli leaders are expected to use their speeches to the UN general assembly on Tuesday to highlight the threat to Middle East stability and security represented by Tehran. Trump and Netanyahu ready united assault against Iran nuclear deal 2017-09-18T04:00:00Z Murphy, a high school agriculture teacher turned farmer from Rose Hill, grew to become the nation’s top hog producer during his tenure in the general assembly, from 1982–93. A million tons of feces and an unbearable stench: life near industrial pig farms 2017-09-20T04:00:00Z North Korea will be high on the agenda at the UN general assembly in New York this week, after the UN security council voted unanimously for further sanctions. Trump mocks ‘Rocket Man’ Kim Jong-un as advisers issue warnings 2017-09-17T04:00:00Z Secret Service, the FBI, the Department of Homeland Security and various other federal agencies are also involved in providing security during both Trump’s visit and the general assembly. As Trump visits U.N., New York prepares for 'Super Bowl' of security 2017-09-17T04:00:00Z Al-Abadi: The visit is to New York to take part in the United Nations’ general assembly. Transcript of AP interview with Iraqi PM 2017-09-16T04:00:00Z North Korea will be a focus of next week’s international summit at the UN general assembly, but China’s Xi Jinping and Russia’s Vladimir Putin will not be attending. US warns of military option if North Korea nuclear and missile tests continue 2017-09-15T04:00:00Z Parsons won the vote at the IPC general assembly in Abu Dhabi, in the first round with an absolute majority of 84 from the 162 voting members, beating three other candidates. Paralympics: Brazilian Parsons succeeds Craven as head of IPC 2017-09-08T04:00:00Z Trump is making his first appearance at the UN general assembly, giving a speech on Tuesday morning. Trump mocks ‘Rocket Man’ Kim Jong-un as advisers issue warnings 2017-09-17T04:00:00Z Secret Service, the FBI, the Department of Homeland Security and various other federal agencies are also involved in providing security during both Trump’s visit and the general assembly. As Trump visits U.N., New York prepares for 'Super Bowl' of security 2017-09-17T04:00:00Z Its sustainability investments and M&M’s campaign were announced ahead of the UN general assembly and climate week which will run from 18 to 24 September in New York. Mars counters Trump's climate stance with $1bn sustainability plan 2017-09-06T04:00:00Z “Let’s put our cards on the table and be honest with ourselves: the biggest challenge over the next few years will be ‘competitive balance’,” Ceferin told the ECA general assembly. UEFA president says rich-poor divide is key issue in European football 2017-09-04T04:00:00Z Parsons won the vote at the IPC general assembly in Abu Dhabi, in the first round with an absolute majority of 84 from the 162 voting members, beating three other candidates. Paralympics: Brazilian Parsons succeeds Craven as head of IPC 2017-09-08T04:00:00Z Before those talks, the EU will host a meeting at the UN general assembly in New York on future stabilisation efforts and address the humanitarian needs in Syria. Last Isis stronghold in Syria could fall by October, says UN envoy 2017-09-01T04:00:00Z Manhattan’s Zuccotti Park seemed like the quintessential free speech public square when it became ground zero for a movement built around general assemblies, speaker stacks, and the “people’s mic”. The right is losing its ability to speak freely online. Should the left defend it? 2017-08-28T04:00:00Z His intention is to lay the ground for the drafting of two global compacts on refugees and migration, which are expected to be adopted at the UN general assembly in September 2018. Pope Francis: prioritise migrants' dignity over national security 2017-08-21T04:00:00Z “Let’s put our cards on the table and be honest with ourselves: the biggest challenge over the next few years will be ‘competitive balance’,” Ceferin told the ECA general assembly. UEFA president says rich-poor divide is key issue in European football 2017-09-04T04:00:00Z In 2012, for instance, the North Carolina general assembly voted to prevent communities from planning for sea level rise. Censoring climate change won't stop global warming | Bill McKibben 2017-08-08T04:00:00Z The UN general assembly adopts the Millennium Declaration. Families, fertility and feminism: landmarks in women's rights 2017-07-27T04:00:00Z “Water is a human right, and it was recognized as such by the United Nations, by the UN general assembly, by the human rights council, with the support of the US.” No water for poor people: the US citizens who risked jail to seek justice 2017-07-20T04:00:00Z The picture was taken as Davis was busy interrupting the third UN general assembly – then held in Paris’s Chaillot Palace. Mondialists, unite! The forgotten story of a global pacifist movement 2017-07-20T04:00:00Z The executive committee is expected to meet before CAF’s special general assembly is held in Rabat on Friday. African soccer considers major shakeup for Cup of Nations 2017-07-19T04:00:00Z In her speech to the UN general assembly in 1989, she spoke of global warming as one of the most serious threats facing humanity. How climate scepticism turned into something more dangerous 2017-07-07T04:00:00Z The UN general assembly adopts a “historic” resolution to end child marriage. Families, fertility and feminism: landmarks in women's rights 2017-07-27T04:00:00Z EUROfusion will still need to approve that commitment at its general assembly in October. Europe pauses funding for €500 million fusion research reactor 2017-07-05T04:00:00Z “We want to work in peace. To organise a general assembly of the world’s people and to directly elect our representatives.” Mondialists, unite! The forgotten story of a global pacifist movement 2017-07-20T04:00:00Z The Organization of American States is to hold its general assembly in Cancun from Monday to Wednesday. World Digest: June 16, 2017 2017-06-16T04:00:00Z Vandermeyden, who started working at Tesla in 2013, claims in her lawsuit that she was paid less than male engineers whose work she directly took over as a manufacturing engineer in the general assembly department. Tesla fires female engineer who alleged sexual harassment 2017-06-01T04:00:00Z In November, the global police organization Interpol rejected Taiwanese participation in its general assembly. Blocked by China, Taiwan Presses to Join U.N. Agency’s Meeting 2017-05-08T04:00:00Z At its general assembly meeting in April, the organization approved funding for five other projects on plasma exhaust, most involving upgrades of existing facilities to study specific divertor designs. Europe pauses funding for €500 million fusion research reactor 2017-07-05T04:00:00Z However, Republicans, who hold a supermajority in the state general assembly, passed a state law in 2013 that forbids municipalities from raising their minimum wages above the statewide minimum wage of $7.25. Activists fight North Carolina law barring cities from raising minimum wage 2017-04-05T04:00:00Z Virginia officials hope that will allow legislation to be approved in early 2018 by the Virginia and Maryland general assemblies to set up new funding mechanisms for Metro. Virginia Gov. McAuliffe taps Ray LaHood to head panel to study Metro 2017-03-23T04:00:00Z Zanzibar, officially part of Tanzania but with its own government, was given unanimous approval at the Confederation of African Football’s general assembly on Thursday. Zanzibar admitted as full member of African soccer body 2017-03-16T04:00:00Z Foxx said he left that meeting with the expectation that the three would move immediately so legislation authorizing the commission would go before the Maryland and Virginia general assemblies convening in January 2016. Millions at stake as wait to create Metro safety body could last until next year 2017-03-04T05:00:00Z Another 10 nations are non-permanent members, elected for two-year terms by the 193 states that are members of the UN’s general assembly. Russia and China veto UN resolution to impose sanctions on Syria 2017-02-28T05:00:00Z “In the general assemblies we discussed the Vatican’s problems, we discussed reforms. Everyone wanted them,” he said. Pope Francis reveals how he shrugs off stress: 'I'm not on tranquilisers' 2017-02-09T05:00:00Z These are assessed contributions – agreed by the UN general assembly – and not voluntary payments. UN envoy Nikki Haley pledges to 'take names' of those who don't support US 2017-01-27T05:00:00Z Other times we hold general assemblies, tar and feather opponents, occupy pipelines, go on strike, dance in a circle, riot in the streets or pray together. Without path from protest to power, the Women's March will end up like Occupy 2017-01-19T05:00:00Z Debate in the general assembly is expected to be equally tense. Turkey's parliament to debate greater powers for Erdogan 2017-01-08T05:00:00Z It will be Johnson’s second visit to New York as foreign secretary since he previously went to the United Nations general assembly. Boris Johnson flies to New York for talks with Donald Trump's team 2017-01-08T05:00:00Z As the founder of Colgan Air, a regional commuter airline based in Manassas, he jokingly claimed the distinction of being the general assembly’s sole licensed airplane mechanic. Charles J. Colgan, longest-serving member of the Virginia Senate, dies at 90 2017-01-03T05:00:00Z Thus they cite UN general assembly resolution 181 in support of the recent Israeli demand for recognition of Israel as a Jewish state. John Kerry's two-state plan still falls short in solving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict | Rashid Khalidi 2016-12-31T05:00:00Z The nationalist party was expected to back the amendments in the general assembly as well. Turkish committee clears draft expanding Erdogan's powers 2016-12-30T05:00:00Z He added that the failure to repeal it during the special session of the state general assembly on Wednesday in Raleigh was “excruciatingly frustrating”. North Carolina 'bathroom' bill blocking anti-discrimination laws likely won’t see repeal 2016-12-23T05:00:00Z “I think it’s a disgrace and, frankly, a betrayal of the Republican voters who just re-elected that supermajority back to the general assembly in North Carolina.” North Carolina ‘bathroom bill’ repeal effort leaves conservatives feeling betrayed 2016-12-20T05:00:00Z Republicans insist the legislation is simply adjusting the constitutional powers already granted to the general assembly. North Carolina GOP strips some power from incoming Democratic governor 2016-12-16T05:00:00Z The legislation passed the Ohio Senate by a 21-10 vote Tuesday and was subsequently approved in the general assembly by a 56-39 margin. ‘Heartbeat’ abortion bill heads to the desk of Ohio Gov. John Kasich 2016-12-07T05:00:00Z But the mood was very different a year later, when Castro attended the United Nations general assembly in New York. Fidel Castro in the US: cars, cigars and a meeting with Malcolm X 2016-11-27T05:00:00Z The Obamas’ temporary visits cost the city millions in additional security; ditto the UN general assembly. Dear Melania Trump: please leave New York when your husband does | Dave Infante 2016-11-22T05:00:00Z The issue of the movement of Isis fighters was raised at the UN general assembly meeting in September and will be discussed again. May to meet Obama and Merkel for talks on Islamic State threat 2016-11-18T05:00:00Z Republicans pointed to past sessions of the general assembly, when it was dominated by Democrats. North Carolina GOP strips some power from incoming Democratic governor 2016-12-16T05:00:00Z The 193-member general assembly on Friday elected 14 members to the 47-nation council, the UN’s main body charged with promoting and protecting human rights. Russia denied membership of UN Human Rights Council 2016-10-28T04:00:00Z The resolution now goes to a full general assembly vote some time in December. UN votes to start negotiating treaty to ban nuclear weapons 2016-10-27T04:00:00Z This is the first time they are holding their annual general assembly in India. Global leaders’ personal chefs sample Indian market fare 2016-10-26T04:00:00Z This is the first annual general assembly meeting they’ve held in India. Global leaders' personal chefs sample Indian market fare 2016-10-26T04:00:00Z For now, undergraduates are the main concern: universities across the country are holding emergency meetings, general assemblies and peace accords in a desperate bid to keep the academic year alive. Violence escalates at South African universities 2016-10-23T04:00:00Z Rouhani said that during his September visit to the United Nations general assembly in New York, he was asked which of the candidates he preferred. Iran president on US candidates: 'Should I prefer bad to worse or worse to bad?' 2016-10-23T04:00:00Z At last year’s U.N. general assembly, Putin also had a one-on-one meeting with Obama for the first time in two years. Putin, Syria, and Why Moscow Has Gone War-Crazy 2016-10-14T04:00:00Z The UN general assembly held a minute’s silence while the British foreign office said that all Union flags on government buildings were to be flown at half mast. Thailand begins year of mourning after death of King Bhumibol 2016-10-14T04:00:00Z International Civil Aviation Organization general assembly are being asked to approve, in two weeks, a program for the industry to become carbon neutral after 2020 and to halve net emissions by 2050 compared to 2005. Global aviation emissions deal in Montreal 2016-09-27T04:00:00Z Other decisions made at the OCA’s general assembly: Asia Olympic leaders back idea to include Oceania athletes 2016-09-25T04:00:00Z Representatives of both campaigns told the Guardian that the presidential rivals will separately meet with Netanyahu on Sunday, likely in New York, where he is attending the United Nations general assembly. Benjamin Netanyahu to meet with Clinton and Trump on Sunday 2016-09-23T04:00:00Z The Chinese premier, Li Keqiang, told the general assembly on Wednesday that countries must remain committed to the denuclearisation of the Korean peninsula, while seeking a solution to the North Korean nuclear issue through dialogue. Japan PM calls North Korea threat 'substantially more serious' than in past 2016-09-21T04:00:00Z On Wednesday, 31 countries formally signed up to the Paris deal at the UN general assembly in New York. Paris climate agreement poised to come into force 2016-09-21T04:00:00Z As Ban Ki-moon warned in his final address to the UN general assembly as secretary general, powerful patrons on both sides have blood on their hands. The Guardian view on Syria, the ceasefire and the aid convoy attack: a new low | Editorial 2016-09-20T04:00:00Z In his final address to the general assembly, President Obama said countries should do more to help refugees, "even when the politics are hard". Theresa May tells UN the UK won't turn inwards after Brexit - BBC News 2016-09-20T04:00:00Z For his final appearance, Obama arrived late at the general assembly. Obama's final UN assembly address: 'At this moment we all face a choice' 2016-09-20T04:00:00Z Barack Obama is scheduled to address the UN general assembly this morning. Trump Jr condemned for comparing refugees to Skittles – campaign live 2016-09-20T04:00:00Z Foreign ministers in the International Syria Support Group were due to meet early on Tuesday morning before the start of the UN general assembly debate. UN suspends all aid convoy movements in Syria after airstrike 2016-09-20T04:00:00Z The prime minister will call for a different global approach to migration aimed at “reducing today’s unmanaged population movement” as world leaders gather for the general assembly and a separate summit hosted by Barack Obama. Theresa May to warn UN of dangers of uncontrolled mass migration 2016-09-18T04:00:00Z The bombing occurred as New York prepared for the opening of the United Nations general assembly on Monday. New York bombing: suspect sought after 29 injured and second device found 2016-09-18T04:00:00Z In his final address to the UN general assembly, the outgoing US president sought to rally the morale of embattled liberal democracies stumbling under the strains of globalisation, inequality and migration. Obama's final UN assembly address: 'At this moment we all face a choice' 2016-09-20T04:00:00Z The UN general assembly is expected to formally adopt a declaration agreed on 2 August, reaffirming the rights of refugees and migrants and pledging support to the countries most affected by large movements of people. Why won’t the world tackle the refugee crisis? 2016-09-17T04:00:00Z On Friday, the White House said Obama has scheduled a meeting with Buhari on Tuesday on the sidelines of the United Nations general assembly session in New York City. Nigerian president apologizes for plagiarizing Obama in speech 2016-09-17T04:00:00Z Theresa May is to tell the UN general assembly of the dangers of “uncontrolled mass migration” as it meets in New York to discuss how to help more than 21 million refugees around the world. Theresa May to warn UN of dangers of uncontrolled mass migration 2016-09-18T04:00:00Z United Nations general assembly and a key migration summit hosted by the United States president, Barack Obama, will be held next week. UN human rights office calls on Australia to end offshore detention 2016-09-16T04:00:00Z Syria and the refugee crisis will dominate the annual UN general assembly when it begins next week in New York. Assad regime told to allow aid into Aleppo, Moscow says 2016-09-16T04:00:00Z In addition, she called for an ombudsman answerable to the UN general assembly and responsible for an annual public report on the performance of peacekeepers. Argentina promises 'respectful' cooperation over Falklands 2016-09-08T04:00:00Z Later this year it will begin construction on Model 3 body and general assembly centers. Tesla: Model X and S production on track, investing heavily in Model 3 2016-08-03T04:00:00Z The 10 members of the Olympic refugee team received a standing ovation when they were introduced Tuesday at the IOC's general assembly meeting. The Latest: Australian water polo player in isolation 2016-08-02T04:00:00Z The 10 members of the Olympic refugee team received a standing ovation when they were introduced Tuesday at the IOC’s general assembly meeting. The Latest: Phelps tries out the Olympic pool 2016-08-02T04:00:00Z Bach opened the International Olympic Committee's three-day general assembly by seeking formal backing of the members for the executive board's handling of the Russian doping scandal. IOC members reject 'nuclear option', bash anti-doping agency 2016-08-02T04:00:00Z Bach used his speech at Monday night’s opening ceremony of the IOC’s general assembly to address the continuing criticism of the Olympic body’s response to evidence of state-sponsored doping in Russia. The Latest: CAS poised for decisions on Russians 2016-08-01T04:00:00Z Bach used his speech at Monday night's opening ceremony of the IOC's general assembly to address the continuing criticism of the Olympic body's response to evidence of state-sponsored doping in Russia. The Latest: CAS poised for decisions on Russians 2016-08-01T04:00:00Z Bach opened the International Olympic Committee's three-day general assembly Tuesday with another defense of the executive board's handling of the Russian doping scandal. The Latest: Australian water polo player in isolation 2016-08-02T04:00:00Z Bach opened the International Olympic Committee’s three-day general assembly Tuesday with another defense of the executive board’s handling of the Russian doping scandal. The Latest: Phelps tries out the Olympic pool 2016-08-02T04:00:00Z McAuliffe spokesman Brian Coy says the administration disagrees with the council and will continue to keep the list confidential until an official clemency report is made to the general assembly next year. Council: Governor can’t keep rights restoration list secret 2016-07-14T04:00:00Z In what was an audition of sorts in front of the entire general assembly and a global television and streaming audience, the diplomats displayed varying degrees of comfort and charisma during their 90-second opening statements. A Global Town Hall to Select World's Top Diplomat 2016-07-13T04:00:00Z At the latest general assembly held in April, prohibitionist policies held sway and only token changes in the direction of harm reduction were made. The war on drugs is failing – decriminalisation is the only way forward | Amanda Feilding 2016-06-23T04:00:00Z The Washington-based OAS convened its general assembly here this week amid a spiraling economic and political crisis in Venezuela that has brought the transformation to the forefront. OAS in crisis as it tackles Venezuela and budget in the red 2016-06-15T04:00:00Z At its annual general assembly in November 2013 in Medan, Indonesia, members voted overwhelming to beef up their standard and enforcement regime, and to commit to producing 100 percent certified sustainable palm oil. Palm plantations shaken by the green body they helped create 2016-06-07T04:00:00Z If the three jurisdictions agree on a dedicated funding proposal, Dinegar said, the work of gaining legislative approval will be arduous, especially in the Virginia and Maryland general assemblies. Government and business officials push for new Metro financing system 2016-05-30T04:00:00Z Speaking ahead of the agreement - known as the Columba Declaration - being unanimously approved by the general assembly, Archbishop Welby said the two churches were already united historically, politically and economically. Archbishop of Canterbury in Church of Scotland General Assembly first - BBC News 2016-05-25T04:00:00Z Egypt wrote on behalf of the Organization of Muslim Cooperation to the 193-member general assembly about its decision without citing a reason. Gay Muslims are essential in the global fight against Aids | Samra Habib 2016-05-19T04:00:00Z Egypt wrote to the president of the 193-member general assembly on behalf of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation to object to the participation of the 11 groups. Muslim states block 11 LGBT groups from attending UN Aids meeting 2016-05-17T04:00:00Z The appointment is scheduled to be ratified by the committee’s general assembly on May 12 before going to the culture and sports ministry for final approval. Ex minister nominated to head 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Games 2016-05-04T04:00:00Z He applied his newfound tactics early this year on Georgia, whose general assembly approved its bill that let organizations discriminate against same-sex couples on religious grounds. Salesforce’s Marc Benioff Has Kicked Off New Era of Corporate Social Activism 2016-05-02T04:00:00Z Other topics of discussion during the general assembly will be corporal punishment of children, climate change, the refugee crisis and exploring ways of growing the Church via the internet and social media. Archbishop of Canterbury in Church of Scotland General Assembly first - BBC News 2016-05-25T04:00:00Z In a statement issued early Monday after an emergency meeting, the group called for the “open-ended” sit-in to run through a Wednesday general assembly, and during World Press Freedom day on May 3. Egypt journalists call protest over police raid at syndicate 2016-05-01T04:00:00Z In a statement issued early Monday after an emergency meeting, the group called for the "open-ended" sit-in to run through a Wednesday general assembly, and during World Press Freedom day on May 3. Egypt's journalist syndicate has called for the dismissal of the interior minister and an immediate sit-in at its headquarters in downtown Cairo to protest the police detention of two journalists on its premises a day earlier 2016-05-02T04:00:00Z “While we’d rather be No. 1, instead of 26, the kind of support the governor and general assembly provided in this last session play to a more optimistic future.” Maryland colleges rank among the most affordable in the country, but that’s changing 2016-04-27T04:00:00Z He is one of the most vocal social conservatives in Virginia’s general assembly, and has drawn national attention for his opposition to abortion and gay rights. Cruz campaign's Virginia co-chair visits Syria and pledges to back Assad 2016-04-27T04:00:00Z According to a recent survey conducted by the Associated Press and a number of local North Carolina newspapers, only 41 of 168 lawmakers in the general assembly expressed a desire to overturn the law. North Carolina lawmakers file bill to repeal 'bathroom law' 2016-04-25T04:00:00Z During her speech at the UN general assembly, Rousseff hardly mentioned the turmoil at home and mostly discussed her nation’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Dilma Rousseff in New York declares no grounds for impeachment 2016-04-23T04:00:00Z Within the general assembly, the divide between countries over drug policy was in stark relief. 'Legalise all drugs,' business and world leaders tell UN 2016-04-21T04:00:00Z A special session of the United Nations general assembly convening this week will debate the few successes and many failures of global drug policy. After 30 years on the frontline, Colombia looks beyond the failed war on drugs 2016-04-18T04:00:00Z The president of Colombia will present a plan for the complete and radical overhaul of global policy towards drug trafficking and organised crime at a special session of the United Nations general assembly. War on drugs: UN challenged by Colombian president 2016-04-16T04:00:00Z He was barely seen in public before his appointment and was not even allowed to enter the UN headquarters in midtown Manhattan, lest he be tempted to canvas for votes from ordinary general assembly members. First ever public hustings for UN secretary general held in New York 2016-04-14T04:00:00Z Republican state legislators pushed the law through North Carolina’s general assembly and it was signed by the state’s governor, Pat McCrory, in just one day. Bruce Springsteen cancels North Carolina concert over anti-LGBT law 2016-04-08T04:00:00Z If charged, she faces up to 10 days of jail time as well as a fine of $300 for, as the subpoena itself states, is the right of the general assembly to “punish”. Missouri senate moves to hold Planned Parenthood president in contempt 2016-04-05T04:00:00Z Mack also took issue with the expeditious manner in which the general assembly voted for HB2. NC discriminatory law bigger than which bathroom you can use 2016-03-28T04:00:00Z The University of North Carolina and its board of governors, which is elected by the state’s general assembly, are also named as defendants. Lawsuit challenges constitutionality of North Carolina LGBT discrimination law 2016-03-28T04:00:00Z It calls for the UN general assembly and troop contributing countries to allow prosecutions inside the countries where the alleged crimes took place, and creation of a DNA registry of all peacekeepers. UN received 99 sexual abuse complaints against its staff in 2015 2016-03-03T05:00:00Z “Look at the haunting pictures of civilians, including children, even babies, in Madaya,” she told the UN general assembly. Sick must be evacuated from besieged Syrian village of Madaya, says UN 2016-01-12T05:00:00Z But the hope is that the major powers hit deadlock over their own favourites and find themselves unable to resist a genuinely popular choice thrown up by the general assembly. What will happen in 2016? 2015-12-30T05:00:00Z Putin and US president Barack Obama met on the sidelines of the UN general assembly in September, after Putin called for a global coalition against the Islamic State. Kerry tells Putin US and Russia can make 'significant difference' in Syria 2015-12-15T05:00:00Z That move will however require approval from the South Carolina general assembly under the state’s Heritage Act. Democrats call for Confederate flag to come down at Citadel military college 2015-12-11T05:00:00Z At the 2015 United Nations general assembly sustainable development Summit, the US pledged with global partners to end the epidemic of Aids by 2030. Andrew Cuomo sets goal to wipe out Aids in New York state by 2020 2015-12-01T05:00:00Z On the sidelines of the UN general assembly in New York in September, Gates attended a bilateral meeting focused on climate change between Hollande and Modi. Bill Gates to launch clean energy project on sidelines of Paris climate talks 2015-11-27T05:00:00Z In 1992 she served as a delegate to the United Nations general assembly; in 1994 she helped the Miami Project to Cure Paralysis raise more than $40m for a new building. Gloria Estefan: how her rhythm got America ... and the world 2015-11-25T05:00:00Z It said the endorsement was confirmed during last week’s European Olympic Committees general assembly in Prague. Hungary scolded for claiming European support for 2024 bid 2015-11-24T05:00:00Z Bach spoke in a keynote address at the opening in Prague of the general assembly of the European Olympic Committees, with Russian officials among the delegates. IOC president Bach proposes drug-testing overhaul ahead of Olympics in Rio de Janeiro 2015-11-20T05:00:00Z White House Chief of Staff Denis McDonough also addressed the general assembly, dispatched by the White House to reiterate the president's commitment to Israel and its security, calling support for the relationship "sacrosanct." Netanyahu: U.S.-Israel Alliance ‘Pivotal for the Future’ 2015-11-10T05:00:00Z The leaders also did not meet while Netanyahu was in the US in September to speak to the United Nations general assembly. Obama to meet Netanyahu amid tensions over Iran deal 2015-11-09T05:00:00Z Nauru even used its membership of the UN general assembly as a money-making exercise, accepting tens of millions of dollars in exchange for “recognising” countries, such as Russian-backed breakaway republics Abkhazia and South Ossetia. This is Abyan's story, and it is Australia's story 2015-10-27T04:00:00Z Sheikh Ahmad, who wields enormous influence across the international sport world, is chairing the annual general assembly of the Association of National Olympic Committees. AP Interview: Olympic powerbroker Sheikh Ahmad takes center stage in Washington 2015-10-27T04:00:00Z Obama told the annual gathering of world leaders at the UN general assembly last month he was “confident our Congress will inevitably lift an embargo that should not be in place anymore”. UN condemns Cuba embargo for 24th consecutive year 2015-10-27T04:00:00Z In September 2013, shortly before the end of his second term as president, Saakashvili went to New York, where, in a passionate speech to the UN general assembly, he warned of Russia’s expansionist ambitions. Putin’s nemesis | Natalia Antelava 2015-10-27T04:00:00Z The UN general assembly vote is on 27 October and Cuba will win overwhelmingly. Obama administration to oppose UN resolution criticising Cuba embargo 2015-10-21T04:00:00Z The U.S. lost its vote in UNESCO's general assembly in 2013. Kerry makes case for US seat on UNESCO board despite 2013 halt to funding 2015-10-18T04:00:00Z On Monday, he urged party members to raise their concerns at the organization’s general assembly in December, local media reported, but stopped short of directly calling on Mr. Najib to resign. Malaysian Leader Najib Razak Faces Political Test 2015-10-12T04:00:00Z His speech last month to the UN general assembly reflected that.” Palestine clashes: Netanyahu and Abbas are losing their grip 2015-10-10T04:00:00Z The initiative was funded by a private donor, but money is running out, and the state's general assembly has voted against additional funding. Contraceptive Implants Are Better at Stopping Teen Pregnancies 2015-10-08T04:00:00Z Ashe, a former U.N. ambassador from Antigua and Barbuda who was general assembly president from 2013 to 2014, was among those charged and arrested in connection with the alleged bribery scheme. U.N. examines donations from foundation tied to alleged bribe scheme 2015-10-07T04:00:00Z A message left with a representative for the general assembly was not immediately returned. Antiguan ex-president of UN general assembly faces $1m corruption charges 2015-10-06T04:00:00Z |
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