EU court backs broader definition of tools to rig vehicle emissions tests
Carmaker Volkswagen loses legal case at Europe's top court aiming to limit its liability over 'Dieselgate' emissions test cheats
Race, music, strong women at heart of movie 'Ma Rainey'
Netflix movie starring Viola Davis as 1920s Black blues singer Ma Rainey shines a light on systemic racism in the United States
Second COVID-19 wave hits West & Central Africa as weather cools
Record cases numbers prompt new concerns over fragile health systems and long waits for vaccines
OPINION: Europe can only lead on sustainable finance if it follows the science
Lack of clarity on which economic activities truly benefit the climate is hampering capital allocation and enabling greenwashing
Indian trade union slams govt for failing to address worker woes after Wistron violence
Hundreds of workers at Wistron, one of Apple Inc's top suppliers, have been arrested after a protest over alleged underpayment
UK police told to share less data on abused migrant women
Britain's police watchdog says police should limit what data is being shared about migrant women if they are domestic violence or trafficking victims
INSIGHT-Climate change turns up the heat on ad industry
Several U.S. states are suing key oil industry players for violating consumer protection laws with the help of 'greenwashing' ad campaigns
Denmark strengthens rape laws, outlaws sex without explicit consent
A similar law introduced in neighbouring Sweden contributed to a 75% rise in rape convictions
Divert arms money to fight COVID-19, ensure vaccine for all, pope says
Francis urges world leaders to take action to ensure vaccines reach all, and to establish global fund to help eradicate poverty
Biden's expected Energy Department pick, Granholm, could lead charge on electric cars
Jennifer Granholm, tipped to lead the department, faces challenge of transforming U.S. car sector to lead on electric vehicles