Thirst for clean water
Some 650 million people, or one in 10 of the world's population, have no access to safe water, putting them at risk of infectious diseases and premature death. Reuters photographers photographed water in their countries ahead of World Water Day (March 22).
5 facts you need to know about humanitarian trends in 2013
What should be our next 5 facts? Send us your suggestions via social media using #5factsTRF or via email news.foundation@thomsonreuters. At least 97 mln people were affected by natural disasters in 2013. Here are 5 facts you need to know about humanitarian trends in 2013
Mirte’s long walk for water
The El Niño-induced drought in Ethiopia is having a huge impact on the lives of children. Girls such as Mirte, 14, are having to do all they can to help their families make ends meet – such as becoming the family’s water carrier
Sustainable transport
Moving people - by train, bus, car, boat or aeroplane - needs to become more efficient and produce fewer emissions. How can it be done?