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The National
19 hours ago
- Politics
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Israel and Hamas on UN blacklist for violence against children for second year running
Israel and Hamas are back on a UN "list of shame" for grave abuses against children in conflict zones for the second year running. An annual report for 2024, issued by UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres and released on Friday, identified nearly 20 conflict zones worldwide where the rights of children under 18 have been violated. The report includes a list that names groups and armed forces responsible for abuses such as killing and maiming children, recruiting minors for violence, kidnappings, denying humanitarian aid and sexual violence. The report for 2024 said more than 8,500 incidents had been verified in Israel and Palestine - the highest globally - with 2,917 Palestinian and 15 Israeli children killed or maimed. The October-December 2023 period saw a sharp spike, with 1,637 Palestinian children killed and 1,147 injured, compared to two Israeli child deaths. 'These figures represent real children whose lives have been violently torn from them, whose schools have been bombed, and who have been left without access to life-saving humanitarian aid,' said Bethany Ellis, director of Watchlist on Children and Armed Conflict. The report also called out Israel's military operations in Lebanon, where more than 500 children were killed or injured last year. Violence against children in war zones around the world surged to 'unprecedented levels' last year, with the highest number of grave abuses recorded in nearly three decades. The report documented a 25 per cent surge in severe abuses against children compared to 2023, continuing a worsening trend. 'In 2024, violence against children in armed conflict reached unprecedented levels, with a staggering 25 per cent surge in the number of grave violations,' the report said. A total of 41,370 violations were verified – 36,221 committed in 2024 and 5,149 from prior years but newly confirmed – the highest since the UN began systematic monitoring. The figure surpasses 2023's record, which itself saw a 21 per cent rise from 2022. More than 4,500 children were killed and 7,000 injured, with minors enduring 'the brunt of relentless hostilities and indiscriminate attacks', the report said. It also noted a sharp increase in children suffering several acts of abuse, with 22,495 such cases recorded. 'The cries of 22,495 innocent children who should be learning to read or play ball but instead have been forced to learn how to survive gunfire and bombings, should keep all of us awake at night,' said Virginia Gamba, special representative of the UN Secretary General for children and armed conflict. 'This must serve as a wake-up call. We are at the point of no return."
BBC News
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Choose how you feel about Man Utd's 2025-26 home kit
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BBC News
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Choose how you feel about Chelsea's 2025-26 away kit
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BBC News
21-05-2025
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- BBC News
'Hang it in the Louvre'
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Fashion Network
03-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
EBay unveils first Watchlist trend report, names Brie Welch as resident stylist
EBay has unveiled its first Watchlist trend report revealing that nearly 40% of all clothing, shoes, and accessories sold on the platform in 2024 were listed as pre-loved, with global shoppers searching for 'vintage' more than 1,200 times per minute. The results were powered by the real-time shopping behavior of eBay 's 134 million users and more than 2.3 billion listings. To help bring the report to life, eBay has tapped New York-based stylist Brie Welch as its resident stylist. Known for her work with Katie Holmes and luxury houses like Bulgari, Givenchy, and Ferragamo, Welch will serve as the brand's fashion authority – identifying trends, offering expert commentary, and spotlighting eBay's assortment of pre-loved, branded fashion. "Since our founding 30 years ago, we've been connecting people who want to refresh their wardrobes with those ready to pass on items they no longer need," said Alexis Hoopes, VP of global fashion at eBay. "We envision a world where circularity is the norm, making it easy for brands and consumers to engage with the circular economy. We want to both power preloved fashion and empower the entire circular fashion ecosystem.' Among the findings, the report highlights Louis Vuitton as the top-performing luxury brand on eBay so far in 2025, overtaking all other designer labels in purchases from January to March. Beyond traditional luxury, eBay's data also reveals a growing interest in rising and lifestyle brands. Birkenstock led the way with a 61% increase in searches, followed by Altuzarra (+48%), Tombolo (+40%) and Bulgari (+28%). Among the standout trends in the report is the rise of 'Function First', a fresh take on utilitarian fashion. Searches for 'barrel jeans' are up 130%, and iconic brands like Wrangler and Timberland continue to dominate with an average of 37 and 20 searches per minute, respectively. 'Dyed in Dusk' explores softer, dreamlike storytelling through pastel tones and playful accessories. Butter yellow dresses surged 656%, while joyful pieces like the Seiko Half Moon Watch rose 430% in popularity. 'Well Suited' marks the return of power dressing. Fashion-savvy shoppers are embracing sharply tailored silhouettes with 'cinched blazer' searches up 209%, and 'oversized suit' queries jumping 87%. Brands leading this resurgence include Balenciaga and Miu Miu. 'Modern Bohemia' offers a romantic take on free-spirited style, with ethereal silhouettes and grounded accessories. Classic fringe bags are up 41%, and Penny Lane jackets have risen 44% in search interest. Lastly, 'Blue Hues' confirms denim's enduring appeal in a range of washes and silhouettes. This time around, it's about craftsmanship and versatility. Searches for 'jeans from Japan' are up 68%, while 'selvedge denim' climbed 46%.
