UN rights body launches Iran human rights investigation
The Council, meeting in special session in response to the crisis that was sparked by…
Iran executes first protester as human rights abuses come under international scrutiny
Iran’s execution of protester Mohsen Shekari is the first after a huge wave of unrest…
House Report on Big Oil Greenwashing Shows ‘Big Tobacco Playbook All Over Again’
A trove of internal documents from companies including BP, ExxonMobil, and Chevron reveal how the…
Picky eater? Research shows it could be in your DNA
In the last 40 years obesity has been constantly rising. This has happened despite the…
Advocates Call On Schumer to Take ‘Historic Opportunity’ to Pass Antitrust Bills
Campaigners on Friday warned Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer that the Democratic Party is on…
Christmas trees can stay fresh for weeks – a well-timed cut and consistent watering are key
Every year somewhere between 25 million and 30 million Christmas trees are sold in the…
Racism Poses Public Health Threat to Millions Worldwide: Lancet Studies
“Racism, xenophobia, and discrimination are fundamental determinants of health globally.” That’s the conclusion of a…
Philippines: Rights expert urges greater action to combat child sexual exploitation
Mama Fatima Singhateh, Special Rapporteur on the sale and sexual exploitation of children, concluded an…
How to keep your home warm during very cold weather (on a budget) – and avoid dangerous heating ‘hacks’
A cold snap of Arctic weather dubbed the “Troll from Trondheim” has hit the UK.…
The tiny satellite aiming to reveal what dark matter is made of
The European Space Agency (Esa) recently announced a new mission of its science programme: a…