IAS, IPS and IFS: Is India stifling criticism by retired bureaucrats?
A new rule gives the federal government more power to withhold or withdraw pension of former bureaucrats.
2023-08-09 13:27
Investigating the 'spiritual healers' sexually abusing women
A hidden world of exploitation by men working as "spiritual healers" has been uncovered by the BBC.
2023-08-08 07:16
Hun Sen: Cambodia election result confirms expected win for PM
Critics say July's election, which saw PM Hun Sen's party win 120 of 125 seats, was neither free or fair.
2023-08-06 03:54
Anna Netrebko: Top Russian soprano fired over war sues Met Opera
Anna Netrebko was dropped by the Met Opera last year after refusing to denounce Russia's president.
2023-08-05 09:58
Pope meets victims of clerical sexual abuse in Portugal
A report this year said at least 4,815 children in Portugal were abused by members of the clergy.
2023-08-03 11:47
Mexican city to fine performers of 'misogynistic' songs
The measure comes amid "pandemic" levels of violence against women, the mayor of Chihuahua says.
2023-08-01 21:53
Manipur: India's Supreme Court to hear plea by women in viral assault video
The women, who were sexually assaulted by a mob, have asked for their identities to be protected.
2023-07-31 13:46
Europe fires: How Canadair pilots battle the Mediterranean blazes
Water bombers have become a cornerstone of the fight – but flying them requires courage and skill.
2023-07-30 07:48
Niger military coup: What you need to know
After the elected president is overthrown, here’s why it matters for the region, Russia and the West.
2023-07-29 01:53
Manipur video: Minister Amit Shah says CBI to investigate sexual assault
A video of two women being paraded naked in Manipur state went viral last week, sparking outrage.
2023-07-28 15:24
India LGBTQ+ couples: 'My parents were ready to kill me for their honour'
Indians from the LGBTQ+ community still face discrimination and violence, sometimes from their own families.
2023-07-28 05:50
Greece fires in maps and satellite images show extent of damage
Maps, satellite images and before and after pictures show the extent of wildfires across Greece.
2023-07-26 16:51