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Is renewable energy a path to peace for the Korean peninsula?

North and South Korea could co-operate on boosting clean sources of power, paving the way to a nuclear-free future, experts say
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Why public finance is key to delivering the human right to health

Universal health coverage is the only navigable route to health for all and just, stable and prosperous societies
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LGBT

We delve deeper into the issues faced by LGBT+ communities around the world. more
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German parliament approves 'third gender' option
Bermuda appeals to London high court to enforce gay marriage ban
British cafe provides a lifeline for LGBT+ dementia sufferers
U.N. moves LGBT+ refugees to safe houses after Kenya camp attacks
LGBT+ survivors of Argentina's dictatorship win apology

Climate

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UN climate talks 2018
'Not just a small-island problem': Warming losses mount for all
U.N. climate talks run into overtime, but deal "in reach"
Chile to host U.N. climate talks in 2019
UN climate talks run over as negotiators grapple with text
Ministers in final push to produce climate deal rules

Humanitarian

From major disaster, conflicts and under-reported stories, we shine a light on the world’s humanitarian hotspots. more
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Sex scandal in the aid sector
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Will 2019 bring peace or famine? S. Sudan marks five years of war
Nigeria lifts UNICEF suspension hours after spying accusations
Ethnic violence in southern Ethiopia kills 21, wounds 61
Two million more Venezuelans could flee next year - U.N.

Trafficking

We shine a light on human trafficking, forced labour and modern-day slavery. more
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Chasing Shadows: Can technology save the slaves it snared?
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UK anti-slavery role 'thwarted' by failure to replace chief
UN reaches 'remarkable' milestone in anti-slavery fight
'Major strides' to cut child labour in Cambodian fashion factories
Hungarians protest at 'slave law' labour reform
'Slave' or refugee? Cuban doctors' stark choice in Brazil

Women's Rights

We focus on stories that help to empower women and bring lasting change to gender inequality. more
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Nobel laureate Murad to build hospital in her hometown in Iraq
No more dodgy women drivers as UK bans sexist stereotypes in ads
British women push for equality 100 years after first female MP
At least 20 Afghan civilians killed in airstrike
U.S. appeals court narrows order on Trump birth control rules

Property Rights

We put the spotlight on how land and property rights can empower communities worldwide. more
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Water scarcity and conflict
India's top court demands answers from states diluting land law
Homeless Muppet finds her place on Sesame Street
Identity crisis: data misuse an unseen twist in DNA testing
Colombia tribunal suspends awarding of mining licenses
Israel to approve thousands of unauthorised West Bank homes

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Food

We explore the challenges of ending hunger and malnutrition as food production adjusts to a warming world. more
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With farmers watching, France sets food price rise plan
Afghan villagers face hunger as fighting cuts northern roads
Yemenis in Hodeidah hope truce holds as warring parties talk peace
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Social Innovation

We highlight businesses putting the interests of people and/or the environment first. more
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From coffee to funerals, ethical firms in UK lauded for diversity
U.S. workers want employers to step up social impact
Prince Harry joins the circus in Zambian youth project
Virtual map converts calls to UK helpline into slavery hotspots
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