Ghana fisheries bill accused of ignoring women workers
Ghana's new Fisheries and Aquaculture Bill faces criticism for neglecting the post-harvest sector, where women form 60% of the workforce, amid climate and aid challenges. Discover the oversight.
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Gaza famine spread averted but starvation risk remains
A new IPC report states famine's spread in Gaza has been averted, but the situation remains critical with 2,000 facing catastrophic hunger. Read the latest analysis and urgent warnings.
Gaza families rebuild lives in ruins post-ceasefire
Palestinian families like the Halawas attempt to reconstruct homes in Gaza's rubble. A US-brokered truce offers respite, but rebuilding remains a distant hope. See their struggle.
Mexico Pilgrims, Chile Election Top Latin America Photos
This week's top photos capture Mexico's Guadalupe feast day pilgrims, Chile's presidential election result, and Guatemala burying attack victims. View the powerful gallery curated by AP photographer Esteban Félix.
Violent Protests in Bangladesh After Hadi's Death
Bangladesh's capital Dhaka faces arson and unrest as thousands protest the death of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi. Major newspaper offices were set ablaze. Read the latest.
Bolsonaro's Son and Ex-Spy Chief Expelled from Brazil's Congress
Brazil's lower house speaker ousts two key Bolsonaro allies, including his son Eduardo, for absenteeism and a Supreme Court order. Read the full story on the latest political upheaval.
Taliban demolish Kabul's historic Ariana cinema
The Taliban have demolished Kabul's historic Ariana cinema, a cultural landmark since the 1960s, to build a shopping mall. Explore the story of its rise, fall, and erasure.
UN: RSF killed over 1,000 civilians in Sudan camp attack
A new UN report details a three-day massacre by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces at the Zamzam displacement camp, killing over 1,000. Read the full investigation into the atrocities and the urgent calls for accountability.
Photos of the Day: A Polar Bear's Adopted Cub and Global Scenes
From a rare polar bear adoption in Canada to Christmas traditions in Jerusalem and a poignant London art installation, explore the world through Thursday's most compelling images. See the full gallery.
UK Cuts £35m Sierra Leone Maternal Health Grant
Sierra Leone faces severe cuts to UK aid, losing a vital £35m grant for maternal and newborn health. Experts warn lives are at stake. Read the full investigation.
Pompeii wool cloaks suggest Vesuvius erupted in October
Archaeologists reveal Pompeii victims wore heavy woollen cloaks as they fled, adding weight to the theory that Mount Vesuvius erupted in October, not August, AD 79. Discover the chilling new details.
Refugee firefighters battle bushfires in Mauritania
Malian refugees in Mauritania volunteer as firefighters, battling deadly desert bushfires to protect host communities and fragile ecosystems. Discover their story of resilience.
St Januarius Blood Liquefies in Naples Ritual
The centuries-old blood ritual of St Januarius saw the dried blood liquefy in Naples, an event believers view as a protective miracle for the city. Discover the history and science.
Photos of the Day: Global Strikes, Evictions, and Ice
From a doctors' strike in London to evictions in Spain and ice festivals in China, The Guardian's picture editors capture the world's stories on Wednesday, 17 December 2025. Explore the powerful images.
Turkmenistan's Strict Rules: White Cars, Curfews & Bans
Explore the bizarre regulations of Turkmenistan, from an 11pm curfew and a ban on non-white cars in Ashgabat to prohibited social media. Discover what life is like in one of the world's most secretive states.
Ancient Egyptian Sun Temple Discovered Near Cairo
Italian archaeologists have unearthed a vast 4,500-year-old Egyptian temple dedicated to sun god Ra, featuring a roof for astronomical observation. Explore the stunning find.
Anti-rights groups fill void after USAID cuts
Deep cuts to US foreign aid have created a vacuum, allowing ultra-conservative groups to reshape global health policy with potentially deadly consequences for women and girls. Explore the new landscape.
U.S. Aid Cuts Devastate Rohingya Children in Camps
Deep cuts to U.S. foreign aid have closed schools in Rohingya camps, forcing children into labour and early marriage. See the full impact.
US Aid Cuts Lead to Exploitation of Rohingya Children
Severe US aid cuts have closed schools in Rohingya camps, leading to a surge in child marriage, labour, and trafficking. Thousands of children are now at risk.
Aid cuts lead to child marriage & labour in Rohingya camps
Severe US aid cuts have forced school closures in Bangladesh's Rohingya camps, leading to a sharp rise in child marriage, labour, and kidnappings. Read the AP's investigation.
Writers withdraw from Hay Festival over Machado invite
At least three writers pull out of Hay Festival Cartagena in protest at Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado's invitation. Discover the controversy over her political stance.
2025: A Devastating Year for Global Women's Rights
A review of five critical moments in 2025 that dismantled global healthcare for women and girls, from USAID cuts to a revived 'global gag rule'. Explore the devastating human cost.
Venezuelans find joy at races despite political crisis
Amid US military threats and political tension, Venezuelans find a day's respite at the Caracas racetrack. Discover how the community seeks normalcy.
World in Focus: From Bordeaux Protests to Sydney Vigil
A visual journey across the globe on Monday 15th December 2025, from French farmer blockades and a Sydney Opera House tribute to pivotal Ukraine peace talks. Explore the day's defining moments.
UN Criticises New Zealand's Māori Rights Record
A major UN report finds New Zealand's efforts to uphold Māori rights are insufficient, citing persistent inequities in health, justice, and political representation. Read the full findings.
100 Nigerian schoolchildren freed, 165 still held
Nigerian authorities secure release of 100 pupils kidnapped from a Catholic school in Niger state. The fate of 165 others remains unclear amid a deepening security crisis.
Global Weekend: Christmas Lights to F1 Glamour
A visual journey across the globe this weekend: festive ceremonies in California and Bethlehem, Lewis Hamilton's style in Abu Dhabi, and tragic landslides in Indonesia. Explore the world's stories in pictures.
Military seizes power in Benin, dissolves government
Soldiers in Benin announce the dissolution of government institutions in an apparent coup, ousting President Patrice Talon. Latest in a series of West African power grabs.
Military Coup in Benin as Officer Seizes Power
Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri has seized national TV and declared a coup in Benin, suspending the constitution and closing all borders. Follow the latest breaking news.
Off-grid family reunited for Christmas after local's kind act
An Australian mother and her British husband, whose children were taken into care in Italy, will spend Christmas together after a local offered them a home. Read their incredible story of community support.
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