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The ‘human rights’ sex trade case that will harm women

A European court judgment this week could reverse laws that protect the vulnerable and abused

May 6, 2021 World

Beijing accuses G7 ministers of interfering in China’s affairs

Foreign ministry responds to west’s human rights claims, saying countries should ‘face up to their own problems’

Astronauts return to Earth after China's longest space mission September 17, 2021
The three astronauts spent 90 days at China's space station, some 380km above Earth.
Harsh Mander: Outcry as Indian authorities search activist's premises September 17, 2021
Officials searched three locations linked to Harsh Mander, a prominent critic of PM Modi's government.
Aukus: US and UK face global backlash over Australia defence deal September 17, 2021
The nuclear submarine deal with Australia has angered France and raised fears of a war with China.
China applies to join key Asia-Pacific trade pact September 17, 2021
It comes the day after a regional security agreement between the US, UK and Australia was unveiled.
Why North Korea's cruise missile launch could worry other nations September 17, 2021
Though cruise missiles are not banned by the UN, this test presents new problems for other nations.
Indonesia president found negligent over Jakarta filthy air September 16, 2021
The Indonesian capital is among the worst air polluted cities in the world.
Afghanistan's singers flee Taliban violence September 16, 2021
The BBC spoke with six singers who crossed to Pakistan illegally and are now living in hiding.
US general defends 'secret' phone calls with China September 16, 2021
Gen Mark Milley allegedly phoned Beijing to "reassure" them amid concern about President Trump.
Aukus: UK, US and Australia pact signals Asia-Pacific power shift September 16, 2021
The agreement will increase Western presence in the region, amid concerns about China's growing influence.
Aukus: What will nuclear-powered submarines mean for Australia? September 16, 2021
Australia's deal with the UK and US puts it in an exclusive club, but an expert says it's "risky bet".
Mangrove forests: Photography winners show beauty of ecosystems September 15, 2021
The Mangrove Photography Award winners show unique ecosystems above and below the waterline.
The homemakers breaking taboos on Instagram September 15, 2021
Vasanti, Ritu and Pradnya, who have overcome huge challenges, now find joy performing on Instagram.
Afghanistan: Taliban deputy denies reports of leadership row in new video September 15, 2021
Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar had disappeared from view amid reports of a row between Taliban leaders.
Afghanistan: Life under Taliban rule one month on September 15, 2021
Secunder Kermani looks at life in northern Afghanistan, four weeks after the militants seized power.
Afghanistan women's youth soccer team escapes to Pakistan September 15, 2021
Their departure comes as part of a wider exodus of female stars after the Taliban takeover.
Covid: The lives upended by Australia's sealed border September 15, 2021
Eighteen months after Australia shut its border, people reveal tales of separation and despair.
North and South Korea test ballistic missiles hours apart September 15, 2021
The tests highlight an arms race on the peninsula, as nuclear talks with North Korea remain stalled.
When Nazis tried to trace Aryan race myth in Tibet September 14, 2021
Heinrich Himmler sent a team of five Germans to Tibet in 1938 to pursue the Aryan race myth.
Pakistan: How to cool Karachi as temperatures rise September 14, 2021
In Karachi, Pakistan, one entrepreneur is on a mission to plant urban forests to cope with rising temperatures.

Aukus: China denounces US-UK-Australia pact as irresponsible September 17, 2021
The alliance will allow Australia to build and deploy nuclear-powered submarines for the first time.
California fires: Blankets wrapped around world's biggest trees September 17, 2021
Fire-resistant blankets are being wrapped around California's famous sequoia trees as a blaze closes in.
Covid-19: When will booster jabs be available in the US? September 17, 2021
US regulators may give approval for a third Pfizer jab at a highly-anticipated meeting on Friday.
Why North Korea's cruise missile launch could worry other nations September 17, 2021
Though cruise missiles are not banned by the UN, this test presents new problems for other nations.
German police arrest four over foiled Islamist synagogue attack September 17, 2021
A 16-year-old Syrian boy was among those detained over a suspected Islamist plot, authorities say.
Gen Z battles to bring back unions, one Starbucks at a time September 16, 2021
Younger Americans are reviving US labour activism amid stagnant wages and Covid hardship.
Africa's week in pictures: 10-16 September 2021 September 16, 2021
A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.
Canada federal election: The man who could topple Trudeau September 16, 2021
The new Conservative leader has tied Justin Trudeau in the polls with a pitch to moderate voters.
Winning photographers capture Britain's maritime heritage September 16, 2021
The winning images from this year's Shipwrecked Mariners' Society photography competition.
Lil Nas X: Is the rapper the defining star of his generation? September 16, 2021
The rapper has subverted hip-hop with his LGBT-positive lyrics, while dominating critics on social media.
How TikTokers took down a Texas anti-abortion site September 16, 2021
A draconian abortion ban in Texas has Gen Z fighting its enforcement through hacktivism
Dutch Foreign Minister Sigrid Kaag quits over Afghanistan chaos September 16, 2021
Sigrid Kaag is the first senior Western official to resign over the evacuation crisis last month.
Two charged with murder of N Ireland journalist September 16, 2021
The men, 21 and 33, have been charged over the shooting in Londonderry's Creggan estate in April 2019.
Alex Murdaugh: Hot shot lawyer turns himself in for 'hit man suicide' plot September 16, 2021
Months after his wife and son were found dead, police say Alex Murdaugh arranged a hit - on himself.
Covid: Italy to require all workers to show 'green pass' certificate September 16, 2021
New rules mean workers must show they are vaccinated, have tested negative, or recovered from Covid.
Leicester blow two-goal lead to draw with Napoli in exciting tie September 16, 2021
Leicester are denied victory in their Europa League opener after Napoli's Victor Osimhen scores twice in the second half.
Lyon consign Rangers to opening defeat in Europa League September 16, 2021
Rangers suffer defeat in their opening Europa League group game after being clinically dispatched by Lyon.
Prince Philip's will to be secret for 90 years September 16, 2021
A judge says he made the ruling, in line with other royal deaths, to protect the Queen's dignity.
Sir Clive Sinclair: Computing pioneer dies aged 81 September 16, 2021
The inventor, entrepreneur and ZX Spectrum creator died at his London home following a long illness.
US man files $1m lawsuit after Michigan teacher cuts child's hair September 16, 2021
The US man says his daughter's rights were violated when she had her her cut without permission.

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