Hundreds of migrants drown trying to reach Europe
Most humanitarian groups have abandoned sea rescue efforts due to long negotiations between EU countries
Home in body bags - calls for action as Bangladesh migrant deaths spike
At least 3,793 Bangladeshis have died while working abroad last year, the highest annual toll since 2005
Britain unveils 'landmark' laws against domestic abuse
The proposed new laws will for the first time set a legal definition of domestic abuse to include economic abuse as well as psychological coercion and manipulation
Antarctica's krill shift south as icy waters warm
"It's often predicted that species will move towards the poles as the climate warms. It's already happening with krill"
As Europe tightens its borders, migrants' health at risk
Some countries are denying medical care to migrants, while lack of knowledge and fears of deportation prevent others from getting help
Not sparking joy: Marie Kondo show spotlights women's unpaid work
Some say the tidying-up guru's latest series revealed a gender divide, with men feeling less concerned about and accountable for domestic mess
'Shared equity' model for U.S. housing boosts home ownership for poorer families
The organisation develops permanently affordable housing for working class families by separating a house's title from the land underneath
Spice Girls probe charity T-shirts over 'abuse' in Bangladesh
The T-shirts, which were commissioned by the Spice Girls and retail for about 20 pounds, aim to raise money for a campaign by British charity Comic Relief championing gender justice
Philippine referendum to give minority Muslims control over land, resources
The move is aimed at ending decades of deadly conflict and granting greater control over land and natural resources
Limiting women in the workplace is costing us trillions
Countries are missing out on a smart and simple solution, with a massive return on investment: women