The indigenous weavers who aim for empowerment over exploitation
The makers of Colombia’s popular mochila bags can earn good money, but are at risk of being underpaid. Read More
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As Gisèle Pelicot faces one of her rapists in court, what has changed in France?
Gisèle Pelicot’s dominant stance was seen as a moment in France’s MeToo movement but the enthusiasm appears to be wilting. Read More
Congress remains deadlocked on shutdown ahead of Monday vote
The Senate will meet again on Monday to try to pass a bill to reopen the government but the chances appear slim. Read More
Nearly 1,000 people trapped on Mount Everest slopes
Rescue teams have been deployed to clear the snow on the world’s tallest mountain, Chinese state media reports. Read More
Georgia protesters try to storm Tbilisi presidential palace
Police used pepper spray to disperse demonstrators amid growing turmoil in the Caucasus country. Read More
Eyes on Egypt ahead of crucial Gaza peace talks
Strikes have continued in Gaza as mediators prepare to head to Egypt for talks starting on Monday. Read More
Al-Shabab militants dress as soldiers to storm Somali jail
An explosion and gunfire were heard coming from the jail, located near the presidential palace in Mogadishu. Read More
True cost of becoming a mum highlighted in new data on pay
New figures reveal mums in England see their earnings drop after having a first, second and third child. Read More
Poland scrambles jets as Russia strikes western Ukraine
Ukraine’s neighbour Poland and Nato scrambled fighter jets to ensure the safety of Polish airspace. Read More
Billionaire populist Andrej Babis’ party wins Czech parliamentary election
However, his ANO party falls short of an overall majority in preliminary results. Read More