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Flood-hit German homes face higher premiums as climate risks grow
New warning system to sound alarm on rainforest 'tipping points'
As Taliban advance, Afghan businesswomen fear return of 'dark era'
Climate action 'for our people, not to them', cities say
S. African women risk assault to reach work as taxi violence surge
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New warning system to sound alarm on rainforest 'tipping points'
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Susan Aitken Glasgow City Council

Can cities like Glasgow lead the next green industrial revolution?

As world leaders prepare to come to COP26, Glasgow is showing climate action can be inclusive and equitable
Brodie Boland & Milag San Jose-Ballesteros C40 Cities

As climate threats grow, what can cities do to cope?

From heat-reflecting roofs to waterways that fight flooding, climate-smart ideas bring lots of side benefits
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As Afghans flee conflict, don't forget those hit by climate crisis

Women and children, forced from their homes by floods and drought, are at greater risk of violence and exploitation
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Coronavirus

We show how coronavirus is impacting the lives of vulnerable people globally. more
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Coronavirus vaccine inequality
Africa demands local production of COVID vaccines
'Pingdemic' grips Britain as fears of food shortages grow
The poor nations trailing in the fight against COVID-19
Anger over COVID rules gives new impetus to France's Yellow Vests
More than half of Australia's population under COVID-19 lockdowns

Climate

We focus on the human and development impacts of climate change. more
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Setting the stage for COP26
G20 ministers fail to agree on climate goals in communique
New warning system to sound alarm on rainforest 'tipping points'
Flood-hit German homes face higher premiums as climate risks grow
Heavy rain in India triggers floods, landslides; at least 125 dead
Oregon firefighters face COVID-19 outbreak

Technology

We explore how data and technology are impacting people’s rights and societies. more
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Coronavirus and surveillance
Catching fire: AI helps scarce firefighters better predict blazes
India DNA tech bill seen to harm minorities and hurt privacy
NSO's Pegasus spyware: Should surveillance market be regulated?
How COVID-19 helped diminish online civic spaces
Uber, Lyft drivers strike to win labor rights for U.S. gig workers

Economies

We report on how to ensure people globally have economic security and a decent standard of living. more
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Climate change and a 'just transition'
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What's behind the rioting that rocked South Africa?
Cambodia's cyclos bring meals to virus-hit Phnom Penh
Austin, Texas, police vow timely release of body-cam footage
Biden authorizes $100 mln in emergency funds for Afghan refugees

Women

We focus on stories that help to empower women and bring lasting change to gender inequality. more
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New sex abuse claims against aid workers exposed in Congo
As Taliban advance, Afghan businesswomen fear return of 'dark era'
S. African women risk assault to reach work as taxi violence surge
For the first time, Saudi women stand guard in Mecca during haj
As Afghans flee conflict, don't forget those hit by climate crisis
UK government directs Northern Ireland to expand abortion services

LGBT+

We delve deeper into the issues faced by LGBT+ communities around the world. more
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Climate change and a 'just transition'
False start for intersex athletes barred from Olympics
Nearly half of gay, bi men in UK sexually assaulted, survey finds
Hungary's PM to call referendum on child protection issues
Thousands join Budapest Pride march to protest anti-LGBT law
Olympics Weightlifting: Laurel Hubbard and five others to watch

Slavery

We shine a light on human trafficking, forced labour and modern-day slavery. more
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Inside Amazon's shadow workforce in Mexico
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Asia's apparel industry threatened by rising sea levels: study
Congo's children dodge gangs to sell sex drugs on Kinshasa streets
Garment workers hit by COVID-19 rights rollback
For decent work, we must improve the safety of artisanal miners

Cities

We examine how cities are reshaping the way people live. more
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Cities reboot: Urban life in the age of COVID-19
Climate action 'for our people, not to them', cities say
California considers 'managed retreat' from rising Pacific
Thai low-cost housing plan puts slum dwellers in charge
How to persuade people to wear masks
Growing eviction risk as rent freezes end in Europe

Land

We shine a light on how land and property rights can empower communities worldwide. more
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Land to lose: coronavirus compounds debt crisis in Cambodia
Hydropower push leaves Pakistani Kashmir's capital hot, bothered
U.S. 'loophole' can push organic farmers to destroy wildland
Peru's indigenous tribes use tech to track Amazon deforestation
U.S. housing accelerates, building permits skid to eight-month low
California considers 'managed retreat' from rising Pacific

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