Robot dog to noodle hats: eight quirky ways cities are encouraging distancing
Novelty hats and panda toys are among the unusual tools used to reinforce distancing rules in crowded cities
South Korea nightclub coronavirus outbreak shines light on LGBT+ protection
LGBT+ community hopes the government's coronavirus action will lead to wider discussion about protection for LGBT+ people
Migrant workers face cruel summer as COVID-19 batters European tourism
As the coronavirus ravages Europe's tourism industry, the livelihoods of millions of migrant workers are at risk
UK gangs could recruit more child drug mules as lockdown lifts
Britain’s crime agency says county lines gangs could use more children to transport drugs as lockdown easing boosts business
South Africa prepares to protect groundwater from coronavirus mass graves
Authorities are trying to ensure a surge in deaths doesn't lead to unplanned mass burials that could contaminate water supplies
'Perfect storm': Haiti COVID-19 peak set to collide with hurricanes
In a country already struggling with political instability, social unrest, drought and economic woes, hurricane season and coronavirus are an unwelcome addition
OPINION: The expanded importance of IDAHOBIT under lockdown
The levels of exclusion and marginalization LGBT+ people experience are more evident and amplified now, making the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, Biphobia and Intersexphobia (IDAHOBIT) even more important
Land conflicts flare across Asia during coronavirus lockdowns
With lockdowns exacerbating issues such as weak land rights and poor forest governance, new technologies can help governments track the growing number of conflicts across the region
Coronavirus puts 4 million girls at risk of child marriage
Campaigners warn that the pandemic could undo decades of work to end child marriage
Blue-collar employees are returning to work. But is their commute safe?
As coronavirus restrictions lift in cities around the world, those for whom teleworking is not an option are being asked to rejoin the economy. But are adequate measures in place to ensure they travel safe?