Human rights situation in Nicaragua 'critical,' regional body says

The Organization of American States said on Tuesday that Nicaragua was experiencing a "critical human rights situation" that had upset the country's constitutional order, following President Daniel Ortega's crackdown on opponents.

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U.N. rights office urges Iran to rein in security forces at protests

The U.N. human rights office voiced deep concern on Tuesday at the Iranian security forces' use of live ammunition against demonstrators and urged authorities to rein in its use of force to disperse protests sparked by a hike in fuel prices.

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Ethiopia's Sidama vote on autonomy in latest test for restive regions

Ethiopia's Sidama people vote on self-determination in a referendum on Wednesday closely watched by other restive ethnic groups also seeking more autonomy since reforms by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed shook up the national power balance.

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Syrian air defenses thwart hostile targets in the capital Damascus: state media

Syrian air defenses thwarted hostile targets on Wednesday above the capital Damascus and downed several missiles, state media reported.

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Brazilian judge orders arrest of former Paraguayan President Cartes

A Brazilian judge has issued an arrest warrant for former Paraguayan President vin a new phase of the "Car Wash" probe, targeting black-market money dealers, according to a Justice statement on Tuesday.

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How China plans to lead the computer chip industry

China wants to end its dependence on imported computer chips, but experts says it will struggle.

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Mozilla CEO: 'Don't hide things from your workers'

Mozilla boss Mitchell Baker says "don't hide things - even the scary, risky things" from your staff.

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The women removing landmines in Afghanistan

Fatima and Fiza are part of the first all-female team helping to make Bamiyan province mine free.

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'Still a lot of water to go down this creek': reaction to Trump impeachment hearing

The U.S. House of Representatives Intelligence Committee held its third day of public hearings on Tuesday in an impeachment inquiry examining President Donald Trump's dealings with Ukraine, with four witnesses testifying on two panels.

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Freelancers should be paid higher minimum wage, says think tank

A higher rate would insulate workers from some of the risk they face, according to think tank Demos

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Amazon and eBay criticised for 'unsafe toys'

A Which? investigation found toys listed on both sites which appeared to have been declared unsafe by the EU.

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Dubai Air Show: Emirates boss says he took too long to accept climate crisis

Emirates' president Sir Tim Clark says climate change activists helped airlines focus on the need to act.

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Is shopping at Primark really a way to be greener?

The High Street chain says shopping in-store harms the environment less than buying online.

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Scientists create slippery toilet coating that stops poo sticking

Scientists say ultra-slippery toilet coating could save a huge amount of water across the planet.

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Hong Kong protests: A city's identity crisis

Meet the Hongkongers, mainlanders and families being torn apart by the fight for Hong Kong's identity.

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China says Hong Kong courts have no power to rule on face mask ban

China’s top legislature said Hong Kong courts have no power to rule on the constitutionality of legislation under the city's Basic Law, which includes a proposed ban on face masks, state news agency Xinhua reported on Tuesday.

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Sermons with saline: Hong Kong pastor offers protesters aid, prayers

Wearing cross and clerical collar, Hong Kong pastor Alan Keung says he brings God's love to the masses in a different way these days, using saline to wash away tear gas fired at crowds of protesters on tumultuous streets, or helping injured police.

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China's state council appoints new police chief in Hong Kong

China's state council, or cabinet, has appointed Tang Ping-keung, also known as Chris Tang, as the new police chief of Hong Kong, state news agency Xinhua said.

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Victory for Brazil tribe as hotel group cancels plans for luxury resort

A Brazilian tribe that has been fighting for 15 years to preserve land they use to gather food won a victory on Monday when public pressure made Portuguese hotel group Vila Gale cancel plans to build a 500-room luxury resort on the Bahia coast.

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North Korea's Kim pushes economic plan with fisheries visit as officials berate United States

North Korean state media published detailed reports on Tuesday of a visit by leader Kim Jong Un to two fisheries, underscoring his drive to build economic independence as negotiations with the United States to lift punishing sanctions soured.

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Should workers be allowed to nap at work?

The US government has issued a directive banning sleeping at work. But sleep experts say they should reconsider.

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Attenborough: World 'changing habits' on plastic

The world is starting to tackle the threat of plastic waste, according to Sir David Attenborough.

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Eliud Kipchoge: The man, the methods & controversies behind 'moon-landing moment'

Eliud Kipchoge made history in October by becoming the first person to run a marathon in under two hours. Here's how he did it.

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Myanmar Rohingya: Will Omar get justice for his murdered family?

Three legal developments offer hope to those who say Myanmar's Rohingya were victims of genocide.

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Hazardous bushfire smoke blankets Sydney, residents warned to stay inside

Heavy winds stirred dozens of fires across Australia's east coast on Tuesday, blanketing Sydney in hazardous smoke and prompting health warnings for the country's most populous city.

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China parliament law committee says Hong Kong courts have no power to rule on constitutionality of face mask ban law: Xinhua

China’s top legislature says Hong Kong courts have no power to rule on the constitutionality of the city’s legislation with regards to Basic Law, according to state media outlet Xinhua.

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