Tobias Ellwood: Afghan women slate UK MP's video praising 'country transformed'
Tobias Ellwood is castigated for backing engagement with the Taliban but barely mentioning human rights.
1970-01-01 08:00
US public defenders could lose hundreds of staff in budget shortfall-officials
By Sarah N. Lynch and Richard Cowan WASHINGTON The U.S. federal public defenders system could need to cut
1970-01-01 08:00
Egypt president pardons rights activist Patrick Zaki and lawyer Mohammed al-Baqer
It comes a day after Patrick Zaki was convicted of spreading false news and jailed for three years.
1970-01-01 08:00
Surfer makes waves on Thames over plastic recycling
Merijn Tinga was inspired to embark on the five-week trip after finding a Lucozade bottle in Sweden.
1970-01-01 08:00
Jason Aldean: US country star denies new music video is 'pro-lynching'
Jason Aldean defends his song as it is yanked by Country Music Television and Sheryl Crow attacks him.
1970-01-01 08:00
Sao Tome and Principe media guide
An overview of the media in Sao Tome and Principe, including links to broadcasters and newspapers.
1970-01-01 08:00
Sao Tome and Principe country profile
Provides an overview of Sao Tome and Principe, including key facts about this African island state.
1970-01-01 08:00
Fast grocery firms doomed by French dark store ban
Hampered by hostile new regulations, firms that promised instant grocery deliveries are leaving France.
1970-01-01 08:00
Hugo Carvajal: Spain extradites Venezuela's ex-spy chief to US
Hugo Carvajal, a close ally of late President Hugo Chávez, faces drug trafficking charges in the US.
1970-01-01 08:00
Wesleyan University: Top US college says it will end 'legacy' admissions
The university says it is "important" to end the policy, seen as a perk for the white and wealthy.
1970-01-01 08:00
The Australian climate protesters cast as extremists
Activists say they're being labelled as threats to public safety to justify heavy-handed policing.
1970-01-01 08:00
What is a war crime and could Putin be prosecuted over Ukraine?
The ICC wants President Vladimir Putin arrested for war crimes, but South Africa may not cooperate.
1970-01-01 08:00