Children take the lead in cyclone early warnings in Bangladesh
"If we can teach schoolchildren how to respond to cyclone warnings, they'll convey the message to their families and communities as well."
UN, Malawi to explore use of drones to deliver faster aid in crises
Trials to be carried out in a "humanitarian drone testing corridor" in Malawi are thought to be first to focus on drone use in humanitarian operations and development
Life after the caliphate: Boko Haram's Nigerian former stronghold now a safe haven
People who flee fighting are lucky if they reach Bama - in nearby areas, people are suffering famine-like conditions and millions need urgent food aid to survive
Chilean heat wave breaks record temperature set a century ago
"It's at an extreme level, I mean dangerous just doesn't do it as an adjective"
U.S. oil industry cheers Trump energy pick, seeks gas export boost
Perry is a climate change skeptic with close ties to the oil industry who once proposed abolishing the energy department
Trump team disavows survey seeking names of climate workers
The U.S. energy department had balked at the survey this week, saying it would not comply
Afghan brothers who had 'minefield as playground' develop drone to clear mines
Fitted with a mapping system, the drone locates landmines with a metal detector, uses a robotic arm to place a detonator on top of them, then sets the device off remotely
INTERVIEW - Had a war like Syria's started in Europe, refugees would be treated better: Jordan's Prince Ali
Jordan has been overwhelmed by the influx of refugees since the conflict in neighbouring Syria began almost six years ago
'Iron Lady' Thatcher tops female power list ahead of Beyonce, Bridget Jones
"We hope the list inspires, educates and crucially shines a light on the work of some women who history may already be starting to forget."
Trump picks climate skeptic Perry for top U.S. energy job
Selection of former Texas governor is latest indication that Trump may be friendly toward the fossil fuel industry