Politics

Guinea, Liberia leaders discuss progress on fight against Ebola

The Guinean President held discussions with President of Liberia Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and other government officials on the progress made in the fight against Ebola.

Feb 11, 2015

Defence urges acquittal of 'lifesaving' Concordia skipper

Prosecutors and civil parties present final arguments in the trial of Costa Concordia captain Francesco Schettino before verdict and sentencing.

Feb 11, 2015

French charity attacks Gilead patent for hepatitis drug

French charity Medecins du Monde says it is contesting a European patent awarded to a hepatitis drug made by US firm Gilead Sciences, arguing the treatment is too costly.

Feb 11, 2015

Brazilian health ministry uses dating apps to prevent HIV/AIDS

Brazil's health ministry is using Tinder and Hornet to target young people that use smartphone apps to meet sexual partners in a newly launched campaign to help prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS in the

Feb 11, 2015

Ballerinas and cars spin for Soweto charity

Ballerinas from the Joburg Ballet teamed up with stunt drivers to promote the "Pirouette Challenge", encourging people to spin on camera to raise funds for ballet schools in underprivileged areas.

Feb 11, 2015

Heavy rains trigger mudslides in Peru

ROUGH CUT (NO REPORTER NARRATION) Heavy rains in various regions of Peru caused flooding and mudslides on Monday (February 9), destroying homes and prompting evacuations. Mud and rocks pummelled

Feb 11, 2015

Green Party rides anti-austerity mood in Britain

A surge in support makes the Green Party a potentially disruptive anti-austerity political force in what is set to be Britain's most unpredictable election, even if it wins few seats. Duration: 01:25

Feb 11, 2015

Malaysia's Anwar sodomy verdict raises human rights concerns

A human rights group describes it a very sad day for human rights and democracy in Malaysia as opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim is sent to jail after his appeal against a sodomy conviction is rejected.

Feb 11, 2015

White House confirms death of hostage Kayla Mueller

The White House said on Tuesday that the family of Kayla Mueller had received a private communication from Islamic State over the weekend that their daughter, an American aid worker they held as a

Feb 11, 2015

Battle rages on in eastern Ukraine, death toll rises

More blood spills in eastern Ukraine. Officials say rockets rained down on the government-held city of Kramatorsk, killing at least seven and wounding dozens. (SOUNDBITE) (Russian) KRAMATORSK

Feb 11, 2015

Mom Dieu! French court awards 400,000 euros for babies switched at birth

A French court rules that two women switched at birth more than 20 years ago will both receive 400,000 euros in damages. That's about 450,000 dollars. Sophie Serrano's new-born daughter was switched

Feb 11, 2015

Giant heart beats in Times Square

Tourists can get a literal rendition of the "I love New York" slogan, as a giant interactive beating heart sculpture was unveiled in Times Square. "HeartBeat," was chosen by Times Square Alliance as

Feb 10, 2015

Snowfall on the Acropolis

ROUGH CUT (NO REPORTER NARRATION) STORY: Snowfall, low temperatures and heavy winds swept through Greece on Tuesday (February 10) forcing the closure of roads and schools in some parts of the country

Feb 10, 2015

Battery-powered train brings low-carbon commuting to UK

The tagline says it all. This Independently Powered Electric Multiple Unit is being tested out over five weeks on a ten-mile track just outside London. The train draws power from overhead lines. It

Feb 10, 2015

Officials: At least 12 killed in latest east Ukraine fighting

At least seven Ukrainian soldiers and five civilians have been killed in the latest fighting in the east of the country, including in battleground town Debaltseve. Duration: 00:54

Feb 10, 2015