Ghana, Ivory Coast cocoa floor price seen as small step toward ending child labour
About 1.6 million children are estimated to work in cocoa production in Ivory Coast and Ghana, some for their parents and some trafficked from other countries
Georgian baywatch: First female lifeguards make a splash for equality
Georgia has passed anti-discrimination laws in an effort to move closer to the European Union, but gender stereotypes and inequality remain deeply rooted
Myanmar doctor's license revoked due to bikini Facebook posts
The Myanmar Medical Council suspended the medical license of Nang Mwe San in a letter to her dated June 3, saying she dressed inappropriately
Tech tool aims to predict global water conflicts before they happen
Climate change often impacts on water, which in turn can fuel clashes over diminishing resources and force people to migrate from their home areas
Solar company says UK needs new policies to meet 2050 carbon target
Solar industry wants renewed government backing as new research suggests the sector may easily beat existing forecasts
Spotlight gives hope to Africa's hunted albinos
In some countries in sub-Saharan Africa, people with albinism are attacked for their body parts which are prized in witchcraft for use as lucky charms or in magic potions
Indian cities urged to develop heat action plans as temperatures soar
'Cities bear the brunt of a heatwave because they are so densely populated, and because the effects are more pronounced'
G20 to tackle ocean plastic waste as petrochemical producers expand in Asia
Activists say that although efforts to recycle and ban single-use items are needed, reducing plastic production is also crucial - but industry isn't so sure
EXPERT VIEWS - Grief and safety fears: UK reflects 2 years after Grenfell blaze
On the two-year anniversary of the Grenfell fire, many people expressed grief and frustration over the failure to improve safety in social housing
Cargill says food industry will miss zero deforestation goal
Greenpeace said at least 50 million hectares of forest, would be destroyed during the 10 years the corporate commitment was valid