Russian bans for tech giants is last resort, Interfax reports
Russia has been slowing the speed of Twitter since March as punitive action for not deleting content that Moscow deems illegal
Loans keep women afloat as they plant fast-vanishing mangroves in Kenya
Coastal communities rely on mangroves to provide habitats for fish and protect their homes from flooding - and giving financial incentives to plant more can boost conservation
In conservative Egypt, women seek low-cost ways to 'prove' virginity
For brides, a torn hymen can lead to shaming by relatives or in-laws. In the worst cases, it can motivate so-called honour killings
'Extreme' vaccine discrimination risks leaving Africa behind - report
One in 15 Africans has been fully vaccinated, against nearly 70% in the G7 group of richer nations, according to data from the Mo Ibrahim Foundation
Motor racing-Hamilton's LGBTQ+ stance reflects big shift in F1 attitudes
Lewis Hamilton has used his platform as Formula 1's most successful driver of all time to champion equality
Brazilian Supreme Court orders probe into Bolsonaro for linking COVID-19 vaccines to AIDS
Bolsonaro was temporarily suspended from both Facebook and YouTube after he said that COVID-19 vaccines raised chance of contracting AIDS
Boxing-Italian boxer Testa comes out as gay after Olympic success
More than 160 openly LGBTQ athletes competed in Tokyo, making it the most inclusive Games ever held
OPINION: It’s high time for corporate execs to do more for disabled staff
It is critical for corporate executives to listen to the disability community and those who advocate for workforce inclusivity and equality.
As Omicron spreads, calls mount to waive COVID vaccine patents
Developing countries want the right to make their own COVID-19 vaccines, but opponents say there are better ways to boost supplies
In Indian cities, Muslim prayers and meaty snacks squeezed out
Protests against Muslims praying, removal of food vendors come amid broader tension over public spaces in India, experts say