Honour killings on rise in Pakistan - report
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan said honour killings in Pakistan rose to 1,005 in 2014, a 15 percent increase over 2013
Few gains in LGBT roles in Hollywood films -report
In films, most LGBT characters had minor roles that often relied on stereotypes said a report from GLAAD
Ebola-hit West Africa unveils $8 bln recovery plan
Urgent priority to finish wiping out virus that has claimed over 10,000 lives and to support economic recovery
British government hits back at accusations of aid waste
The Times reported that Britain's commitment to spend 0.7 percent of national income on overseas aid meant it had squandered cash on overpaid contractors
Tanzanian woman wins landmark case over childbirth operation
Pregnancy and childbirth among biggest dangers facing rural women in Tanzania due to lack of qualified doctors and maternity services
Rabies jabs could save 60,000 killed by dog bites a year - first global study
India has largest number of fatalities yet death rate is highest in sub-Saharan Africa where vaccine is prohibitively expensive
Data app pushes Chinese factories to cut pollution
Mobile phone app lets users check if a factory or power plant near their home is violating pollution standards
Boys persuade girls back to school in Indian education campaign
Many girls drop out of school because their parents do not see education as necessary for their daughter
"Exhausted" Liberia struggles with long Ebola 'to do' list
Treating mental health issues of Ebola survivors and health care workers among many challenges
Boardrooms and public fuel momentum for climate change action: experts
Companies and cities craft innovative ways to curb global warming, enabling them to demand more from politicians