Is the Thai government punishing anti-human trafficking advocates?
The government has also long resisted proposals that would strengthen migrant workers’ ability to speak out and seek legal remedies.
Costa Rica president: Fossil fuel-free future not impossible but disinformation a threat
Costa Rica's President Carlos Alvarado Quesada says his nation's experience shows green shifts are possible - but polarization driven by disinformation is a big threat
What you need to know about the coronavirus right now
Disruption caused by the pandemic continues globally amid rising cases in various countries
Costs, literacy and design: The invisible barriers to tackling the digital divide
While most of the focus is on getting everyone connected, experts at Lisbon’s Web Summit say making internet access more affordable and less complicated is also key.
Young activists to take spotlight for a day at UN climate talks
Youth Day at COP26 is an acknowledgement of how young campaigners have raised public understanding of climate change, and how their future will be affected by decisions made now
S.O.S.!: ABBA's Bjorn says new album may be last recording
Fans hoping for more music in the future will be disappointed to hear this might be the last new venture by ABBA, one the biggest-selling bands of all time.
SIMs to leaflets: Sudanese find ways to skirt net outage
From using international SIM cards to deploying relatives in the diaspora to relay information, Sudanese citizens are finding ways to communicate in a bid to circumvent telecommunications restrictions imposed after the military seized power last week.
Civil rights groups sue Tennessee for banning transgender athletes in school sports
Earlier this year, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed into law SB 228, which requires public middle and high school students to play sports based on the sex listed on their original birth certificates.
COP26 coal pledge falls short on support as emissions surge
Many developing countries currently rely on cheap, accessible coal to fuel their economies, just as developed countries did from the Industrial Revolution of the 19th century onwards
Pacific islanders struggle at COP26 climate summit as pandemic keeps leaders away
Pacific islanders are pressing for deep cuts in emissions at COP26 even though leaders of just three nations in the region - Palau, Fiji and Tuvalu - have made it to Glasgow