WWF expresses our sincere condolences to our partner organization the Congolese Institute for the Conservation of Nature (ICCN) and to the families of the rangers who lost their lives protecting Virunga National Park earlier this week. We are saddened by this tragic loss of life and mindful that over 130 rangers have died protecting Virunga [...]

WASHINGTON – At present rates of density decline, the world’s urban population is expected to double in 43 years, while urban land cover will double in only 19 years, according to a new report launched today by the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy and supported by Cities Alliance and the World Bank. Specifically in developing [...]

There has been a rapid increase within the economy due to a increased speed within the economic quarter than ever anticipated. This is because growth has exceeded figures for the last decade, which could indicate a future growth in the office market. National statistics have indicated that gross domestic product (GDP) has shown significant amounts [...]

LDK Solar Co Ltd, a leading manufacturer of multi-crystalline solar wafers in China, said that it plans to buy 70% share equities of U.S.-based Solar Power Inc at a consideration of US$33 million. The Chinese photovoltaic company hopes to enhance its module supply for its large PV projects and to expand its U.S. market via [...]

EL FASHER (DARFUR), Sudan, African Press Organization (APO)/ — Darfur / UNAMID Daily Media Brief / 2011-01-06 Update on security situation The security situation in all areas affected by fighting in December 2010 between the Government and rebel movements is reported to be calm. UNAMID continues to provide protection, water and emergency health care to [...]

NEW YORK, African Press Organization (APO)/ — The following Security Council press statement was issued today by Council President Ivan Barbali? ( Bosnia and Herzegovina): The members of the Security Council welcome the Sudanese parties’ reaffirmation of their commitment to full and timely implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA), including their commitment to respect [...]

RABAT, Morocco, African Press Organization (APO)/ — UNESCO’s Office in Rabat launches a logo contest on the theme “Women and media in the Maghreb”. The winning logo will be used on Facebook pages of the project, which aims to improve women’s image and to reduce stereotyping in the Maghreb media. Professional graphic designers, artists, students [...]

HARARE, Zimbabwe, African Press Organization (APO)/ — IOM Press Briefing Notes IOM and partners have begun to implement a contingency plan to provide humanitarian assistance to Zimbabwean migrants who may be forcibly returned from South Africa this year following the end of a regularization campaign on 31 December 2010. Hundreds of thousands of irregular Zimbabwean [...]

HARARE, Zimbabwe, January 7, 2011/African Press Organization (APO)/ — IOM Press Briefing Notes IOM and partners have begun to implement a contingency plan to provide humanitarian assistance to Zimbabwean migrants who may be forcibly returned from South Africa this year following the end of a regularization campaign on 31 December 2010. Hundreds of thousands of [...]

BOCA RATON, FL — Boca Fest, ranked one of the top art festivals in the country by Sunshine Artist, the nation’s leading publication for art and craft shows, returns for its 24th anniversary on January 8 -9, 2011 at the Shops at Boca Center with live demonstrations by a select group of the participating artists. [...]