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True infection numbers could be 97 times higher than the confirmed number of reported cases, the WHO says.

Across Africa, an increasing number of governments are disconnecting phone lines in mass, citing domestic security.

Ukrainian official decries 'deliberate attack' on residents of eastern city; Russia denies responsibility.

As drought and famine continue to plague Somalia, women are using a centuries-old scheme to help each other.

Housing rights campaigner Rob Robinson and Legal Aid's Beth Mellen on the housing crisis in the United States.

Thapelo Mohapi, general secretary of grassroots movement Abahlali baseMjondolo, on the struggles of the landless poor.

On the 44th day of the Russia-Ukraine war, here is a look at the main developments.

Residents say more than 300 people were confined for weeks by Russian forces in the village of Yahidne, near Chernihiv.

The intersection of racist policing and harmful drug laws led to the shameful treatment of the schoolgirl.

Embattled prime minister to hold meeting with party leaders; will address the nation on Friday evening.

Despite lack of funding and infrastructure at home, Arif Khan participated in the Beijing Winter Olympics.

What can the experiences of tackling HIV in the global south teach us in this time of COVID-19?

US-sponsored resolution receives 93 votes in favour, 24 against and 58 abstentions.

Lack of alternatives and international legitimacy kept Hadi in power regardless of being in exile and unpopular.

Reserve Bank of India’s six-member Monetary Policy Committee votes to hold the benchmark repurchase rate at 4 percent.

Hey Hey Rise Up features Pink Floyd members David Gilmour and Nick Mason, with Andriy Khlyvnyuk on vocals.

Putin's plan or NATO's neglect - A look at the causes of Russia's war on Ukraine and whether it could’ve been prevented.

Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Koichi Hagiud acknowledges difficulty of finding alternative suppliers.

Ukraine war and China’s lockdowns among risks to global growth, although most economists say downturn unlikely in 2022.

Thousands of political prisoners have been sent to the notorious Myanmar jail since the February 2021 coup.

Japanese organised crime boss and three Thais accused of trying to secure US-made weapons for Myanmar rebels, LTTE.

Indonesia is facing shortages as the Ukraine war and other factors send palm oil prices soaring.

Truckers and farm workers have blocked roads across Peru in anger over rising costs of food, fuel and fertiliser.

Several US legislators and administration officials also tested positive, but White House says Biden remains virus-free.

Legislation opens way for US to impose higher tariffs on Russian imports, including steel and aluminum products.

Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch release joint report on atrocities in the Tigray region.

Work to clear rubble in Borodyanka has begun as Zelenskyy warns situation 'significantly more dreadful' than in Bucha

Relations with Beirut tense since last year after a former minister criticised Saudi Arabia's role in Yemen conflict.

Reports of atrocities by Russian forces in Bucha, Ukraine prompted US legislators to advance trade, energy penalties.

The motive for the shooting is not immediately clear, but Prime Minister Naftali Bennett is monitoring the situation.

Winners charted plight of Indigenous in Canada, Brazil and explored how Australian group fights fire with fire.

Heavy rains flooded a mining camp in Abriaqui, authorities say, as search for at least seven missing people continues.

General Mark Milley tells lawmakers it is his 'personal opinion' that the IRGC's Quds Force should not be delisted.

In intercepted radio messages, Russian soldiers said to talk about interrogating and killing soldiers and civilians.

Motive for the attack was not immediately clear but tensions have soared following the recent killings of 11 people.

Mainstreaming of far-right politics in France due to public 'pessimism' and acceptance of hardline views, analysts say.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the US will send new weapon systems to Ukraine as Russia continues attacks.

US prosecutors say the men offered Secret Service agents rent-free apartments and iPhones, among other expensive gifts.

Agreement could potentially unlock access to IMF funds if Lebanese authorities implement a series of reforms.

Many Puerto Ricans are without electricity, and some without water after a an island-wide blackout.

The tourism-reliant island nation faces one of its worst financial and political crises.

With the US Supreme Court potentially overturning Roe v Wade, Michigan governor seeks removal of the state's 1846 ban.

In Washington Post interview, former US president keeps door open for running for another White House term in 2024.

Belarusian president says his country must be involved in talks and that there can be no deal 'behind Belarus's back'.

Over half of Idlib province's four million residents have been displaced by Syria's civil war.

Colombia says its soldiers ‘neutralised’ FARC rebels in Puerto Leguizamo; rights groups say 11 civilians were killed.

There are growing concerns of potential alliances between the bandits and other armed groups like Boko Haram.

The four-week average for claims fell by 8,000 to 170,000 from the previous week.

If confirmed, Jackson would become the first Black woman in history to serve on the US Supreme court.