Asylum policies in Europe and Australia eroding global refugee rights - report
Poorer countries are following the lead of Europe and Australia in tightening asylum policies
India launches first internet hotline to tackle surge in child porn
There were 96 reports of children in India being sexually exploited in online imagery in 2015 -- a rise of 140 percent from 2014
UN launches appeal for Libya's Sirte as forces renew push against Islamic State
Those who have fled the area have reported severe shortages of food and medicines as well as lootings, public beheadings, "crucifixions" on scaffolding and abductions
Celebrities from Sting to Pussy Riot support 'We Are Not Afraid' refugee campaign
According to UNHCR data, at least 65 million people are currently displaced around the world
'No matter the price', Amal Clooney seeks justice for Yazidi sex slaves
Islamic State militants have killed, raped and enslaved thousands of Yazidis since 2014
FEATURE-Brazil's Olympic legacy: teenage girls tackle taboos through sport
The aim of the project is to create a "safe space" for girls to discuss subjects that may likely be taboo at home or school
DiCaprio's 'Before The Flood' a wake-up call on climate change: director
DiCaprio said he rushed to release his upcoming climate change documentary ahead of November's U.S. presidential elections to issue a clarion call to American voters
Solar scale-up in Pakistan hits roadblock after payments slashed
Demand for clean energy is growing but a cut in the tariff paid for solar power has snarled one big project
Drug resistance in people and animals may push millions into poverty - World Bank
The rise of "superbugs" resistant to drugs has been caused partly by the increased use and misuse of antibiotics and other antimicrobial drugs
FACTBOX-Verdict due on Thai defamation trial against British activist
Andy Hall faces up to seven years in prison if found guilty of defamation and computer crimes over a report alleging abuses by Thailand's biggest producer of canned pineapples