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Time of India
a day ago
- General
- Time of India
International Youth Day: Know history, significance and more
Image credits: Getty Images The youth of a nation is the carrier of its future, the rays that reach far and brighten the remotest corners of its boundaries. Countries across the globe have been focusing their policies and funds on bringing up a talented and stable youth, and this is because of the attention that this section of the population has garnered in recent years. International Youth Day, celebrated annually on August 12, is a day that brings into the spotlight the issues related to youth that need international attention and celebrates the potential of the young achievers as partners of the global society. Here's all you need to know about the day! International Youth Day: History Image credits: Getty Images The idea for International Youth Day was proposed in 1991 by young participants of the first session of the World Youth Forum of the United Nations System held in Vienna, Austria. The forum recommended the creation of an International Youth Day for fundraising and promotional purposes to support the United Nations Youth Fund in partnership with youth organisations. In 1998, a resolution announcing August 12th as International Youth Day was adopted by the first session of the World Conference of Ministers Responsible for Youth, hosted by the Government of Portugal in cooperation with the United Nations. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas in Dubai | Search Ads Get Info Undo Now, the day serves as a reminder to re-centre focus on your youth, keeping in mind the policies and funds that shape them and their future. International Youth Day: Significance Image credits: Getty Images International Youth Day is an annual day that serves as a global platform to highlight all youth-related issues and to celebrate their role in society. Each year, a unique theme is decided for the day, such as "Green Skills for Youth: Towards a Sustainable Future" in 2023, and "From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development" in 2024. The day allows countries to focus on this budding population and bring to the spotlight any problems they are facing or help they need in relation to their youth, alongside appreciating the work they put into taking the society further each step of the day. International Youth Day: What's the theme for 2025? Image credits: Getty Images The theme for this year's International Youth Day is Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond. With over 65% of Sustainable Development Goals targets being linked to local governance, the theme highlights the importance of youth engagement in achieving these targets with participation in local planning and decision-making. International Youth Day 2025 is also special as it coincides with the upcoming 30th anniversary of the World Programme of Action for Youth.
Times of Oman
28-07-2025
- Politics
- Times of Oman
Oman to participate in World Conference of Speakers of Parliament in Geneva
Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman will take part in the 6th World Conference of Speakers of Parliament scheduled to be held in Geneva, Switzerland, from 29 to 31 July 2025. Oman's delegation to the conference is led by Khalid bin Hilal Al Maawali, Chairman of the Shura Council. The conference is organized by the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in cooperation with the United Nations under the theme 'A world in turmoil: Parliamentary cooperation and multilateralism for peace, justice and prosperity for all'. The event explores ways to consolidate parliamentary partnerships amid the rapid pace of global challenges. Oman's participation in the event affirms its commitment to pluralism and highlights its active role in promoting dialogue and understanding among peoples and its support for international initiatives aimed at achieving sustainable peace and comprehensive development. It undertakes this role from the point of view that global challenges require legislative and diplomatic efforts. It is worth noting that the World Conference of Speakers of Parliament has become the largest global parliamentary gathering of parliament speakers. The event brings together more than 300 parliament speakers from 170 countries, along with high-level participation from international organisations, civil society institutions, academics and media professionals. The conference gains significance from its status as an international parliamentary platform whose first round kicked off in 2000 at the Millennium Summit in New York. The conference aims to integrate the ranks of national parliaments within the context of a joint global governance system and to bridge the international democratic gap by activating legislative institutions' role in devising global decisions.
The Guardian
24-06-2025
- Health
- The Guardian
Tobacco exposure killed more than 7m people in 2023, study finds
Exposure to tobacco killed more than 7 million people worldwide in 2023, according to estimates. It remains the leading risk factor for deaths in men, among whom there were 5.59m deaths, and ranks seventh for women, among whom there were 1.77m deaths. While the UK has seen a 45% decline in deaths attributed to tobacco since 1990 – including smoking, chewing tobacco and secondhand smoke – the global rate has risen by 24.4%. The analysis, from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) at the University of Washington, is based on data from the Global Burden of Disease study and was presented at the World Conference on Tobacco Control in Dublin on Monday. Some countries have experienced dramatic rises, the researchers said, with the highest jump in Egypt, where deaths in 2023 were 124.3% higher than in 1990. Brooks Morgan, a researcher at the IHME, said: 'Tobacco exposure is one of the most significant risk factors identified in the Global Burden of Disease study 2023, contributing to approximately one in eight deaths worldwide. 'While some countries are seeing encouraging declines in tobacco-related deaths, others are heading in the opposite direction. These trends highlight the urgent need for accelerated implementation and stronger enforcement of strategies proven to reduce tobacco use.' In separate research, a team from the Institute of Clinical and Health Effectiveness (IECS) in Argentina looked at the impact of tobacco use in Bolivia, Honduras, Nigeria, Paraguay and Uruguay. They calculated tobacco had caused more than 41,000 deaths in the five low- and middle-income countries, and cost nearly $4.3bn (£3.4bn) in medical expenses, lost productivity and informal caregiving. Natalia Espínola, a coordinator of health economics at the IECS, said the total was equivalent to about 1% of the countries' combined GDP. Cassandra Kelly-Cirino, the executive director of the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease, said: 'The research showcased today at the World Conference on Tobacco Control is a powerful reminder that tobacco remains one of the most devastating public health threats of our time. There is no such thing as a healthy tobacco product, and reduced risk all too often just means increased profit for industry. We must take a zero-tolerance approach.' A report published by the World Health Organization on Monday urged countries to go further in efforts to tackle tobacco and newer nicotine products such as vapes, including by raising taxes and requiring graphic warnings on packaging. Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the WHO director general, told the conference that progress in tobacco control was fragile. He said: 'Despite the rise in regulation, the tobacco industry continues to evolve, pushing new products, targeting youth, and working to erode our gains.' Higher taxes on tobacco could 'be used for the gaps' in health funding caused by drops in overseas aid in many countries, he suggested. In another study presented at the conference, researchers from Fudan University in China showed that an AI mobile phone tool designed to help smokers quit using tailored messages and games could double their chances of success. In a trial involving 272 smokers, 17.6% of those using the tool quit, against 7.4% of those in a control group.
Mid East Info
15-05-2025
- Health
- Mid East Info
Frontline Heroes Office: (IUHPE) World Conference in Abu Dhabi reaffirms UAE's Leading Role in the Global Health Map
The Frontline Heroes Office has commended Abu Dhabi's hosting of the 25th edition of the International Union of Health Promotion and Education (IUHPE) World Conference, taking place from May 13 to 16, with the participation of over 2,000 public health experts and specialists from more than 100 countries — in a landmark event being held for the first time in the Middle East. The office emphasized that hosting such a prestigious international conference underscores the UAE's prominent position on the global health map and highlights its pivotal role in driving international efforts to advance holistic health concepts and community education. The statement also noted that frontline heroes continue to play a vital role in promoting mental and public health across society through awareness, support, and ongoing engagement. The office stressed the importance of such events in empowering healthcare professionals and strengthening their readiness to address diverse health challenges.
