What different world maps get right – and what they get wrong
As the UN adopts a new world map to reflect Africa’s true size, let’s take a closer look at what different maps get right and wrong.
Nepal bet nearly everything on hydropower – the floods show why that's a problem
More than 10% of Nepal’s energy generation capacity was knocked out by last week’s floods.
Lindsay Clancy murder trial has divided US on whether she's victim or criminal
Some say the case shed light on the mental health struggles of mothers, while others argue it’s no excuse for murder.
Trump signs order to remove endangered species protection for grey wolves
The US president says the move will help ranchers, but conservationists say it could derail efforts to recover populations.
How might Lindsay Clancy’s case have unfolded in another country?
The US mother was on trial for strangling her three children. In other western countries, there’s a specific law for mums who kill their young children.
Why did USS Lincoln turn up in Thailand looking so rusty?
When the USS Abraham Lincoln docked in Thailand this week some people were quick to criticise the condition it was in.
Is Russia proving better at protecting friends than fighting enemies in West Africa?
Russian forces were brought in to help defeat jihadists but they also defend the military leadership in Niger.
At least two dead in blast at Bolivia military barracks
Authorities fear the death toll in Viacha will rise and warn people to stay away from the barracks due to a risk of further explosions.
Tate brothers charged with further trafficking and sex crimes in Romania
Andrew and Tristan Tate are currently in a Miami jail fighting extradition to the UK over separate charges and deny all the allegations.
How much can Canada fight back in its trade war with the US?
The US may be the bigger trading partner, but Canada shouldn’t be counted out quite yet in the escalating trade fight.