KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Oct 27 2026 (IPS) - Much of the world has been bemused by US President Donald Trump’s expectation of the Nobel Peace Prize. While aggressive towards most of the world, friend ...

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Compounded by rampant human rights violations, limited access to basic services, and persistent barriers to humanitarian aid, ...

People who choose to end their lives through voluntary assisted dying typically face terminal, incurable, or debilitating ...

Bangladesh has earned global recognition for reducing deaths from cyclones and floods. Early warning systems, cyclone ...

When you grow up on a small island, the ocean is not scenery. It is your neighbour, your livelihood, and the measure of time ...

The world is getting hotter. And the consequences are already being felt. From devastating floods and prolonged droughts to intensifying heatwaves, climate change is disrupting lives and livelihoods ...

SÁPMI, Norway, Oct 21 2026 (IPS) - The Sámi, Europe’s last recognised Indigenous community, have faced threats to their existence throughout history. Norway, in 2024, apologised for its forced ...