Fifa abandons $20bn stake-sale plan after global backlash

Gianni Infantino says it was ‘clear’ project created divisions not in interest of organisation’s initial objective

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Gavi Welcomes Restoration Of US Funding - But No Clarity On How Agency Will Phase Out Thimerosal - Health Policy Watch

The United States has unlocked frozen Gavi funding, resolving a bitter political impasse in Washington while doubling down against the WHO. But can the alliance eliminate mercury-containing preservati...

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European nations to boycott World Cup in protest at Fifa’s plans

Move by Uefa deals major blow to efforts to sell stake in new $20bn commercial venture

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US government map of Africa mislabels every country at global conference

A U.S. government map of Africa mislabeled every country during a State Department presentation at ‌a global conference taking place in Brazil this week, causing a stir among attendees who took screen...

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Trump cuts WHO off from Gavi vaccine alliance funding

Decision follows long-running feud between Trump and UN group.

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Sen. Collins Announces State Department to Restore Full Contribution to GAVI | United States Senate Committee on Appropriations

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DNDi – Best science for the most neglected

DNDi has created medical history for neglected patients, globally. Since 2003, we have developed 13 affordable treatments for 6 deadly diseases, saving millions of lives.

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Brazil Pushes For Inclusion In Pharma Deals For Long-Acting HIV Prevention Drugs - Health Policy Watch

Brazil, which faces significant HIV transmission in certain groups, has been routinely excluded from HIV voluntary licensing deals offered by pharmaceutical

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New Unitaid Head Gets High Marks - But Can He Save The Organization? - Health Policy Watch

Luis Pizarro, Unitaid’s newly-appointed Executive Director comes to the organization with sizeable depth and breadth of experience - as the leader of Geneva’s

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EXCLUSIVE: WHO Regional Directors Running For Director-General Must Take Leave For Campaign - Health Policy Watch

Regional Directors must take a leave of absence to run for the top job, the World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed to Health Policy Watch. This unprecedented election reform closes a crucial loopho...

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America tried to interfere in South African copyright law

Social activist, science fiction author, and columnist Cory Doctorow recently told comedian Trevor Noah the story of how the U.S. tried to block South Africa from writing Fair Use into its copyright l...

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Emily Wilson · An Uncomplicated Man

As they say at the awards shows, I was humbled to learn that Christopher Nolan has read at least the first line of my...

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DNDi leadership to change in 2027

After four years, Dr Luis Pizarro will be stepping down from his role as DNDi’s Executive Director to take on a new position as Executive Director at Unitaid at the end of 2026. Since 2022, Dr Pizarro...

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This drug could help end the HIV epidemic. Its rollout has hit speed bumps

One shot of lenacapavir can protect for 6 months—but aid cuts and uncertain demand mean little drug has reached the countries that most need it

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Brazil denies visas to US officials over alleged election interference

Government claims Trump envoys sought to cast doubt over integrity of voting system to aid ally Flávio Bolsonaro

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In praise of the free flow of human ingenuity

Apple is suing OpenAI for alleged theft but Silicon Valley is founded on the exchange of ideas

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Trinity attain legend status

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Trinity complete historic treble with emphatic 72-20 Bradby Shield triumph over Royal

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The field marshal’s gambit

Asim Munir is trying to refashion Pakistan’s place in the world — and bolster his power at home

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With Hopes High for New H.I.V. Prevention Pill, Merck Takes Steps to Ensure Access

Companies in Africa and India will make generic versions of the pill that could cost as little as $5 per person per year. But access to the drug and other new products in much of Latin America remains...

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UN rights chief Volker Turk faces opposition to new term

United Nations Human Rights chief ​Volker Turk, an outspoken critic of Russia's war in Ukraine and Israel's conduct in Gaza, faces opposition from both countries to a second four-year term ‌ahead of a...

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As life expectancy rises, talks start on a UN treaty to protect older persons

A ​United Nations meeting this week heard calls for an end to ageism and better protection against what campaigners ‌say are hidden abuses as negotiations began on a treaty to strengthen the rights of...

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Spanish minister enters race to lead UN labour agency, amid US funding concerns

Spain on Thursday nominated Labour Minister Yolanda Diaz to head the United Nations labour agency, potentially ‌making her the first woman to lead the organisation, as it faces a financial crisis o...

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Japan’s trains are getting much faster as the country embraces moonshots

505km per hour rail project has taken on symbolic importance

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Fewer children got US-backed HIV treatment after aid cuts, study finds

Around 77,000 fewer children worldwide received HIV treatment supported by the U.S. in the year to ​October 2025 than in the previous fiscal year, according to a study that found declines after the Tr...

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