Spiderman Goes to the U.N.

The United Nations is taking a novel approach to boosting its public image among the youth of America: BBC News reports that the organization is teaming up with Marvel Comics to produce a new comic book in which Spider-Man works with U.N. aid workers and peacekeepers. Marvel's going to produce the comic for free, and the U.N. is seeking funds to distribute it in American schools. Former United States envoy to the U.N. John Bolton isn't impressed. He calls the move an "act of desperation," saying the U.N. ought to focus its efforts on improving its performance if it wants a better image.

(Hat tip: Danger Room)