The British UN Special Rapporteur on counter-terrorism Ben Emmerson has echoed calls from Pakistan for the Americans to stop drone attacks in the country.

Britain and France join forces at Brussels summit in bid to lift weapons embargo

France and Britain are ready to arm rebels in Syria, even without full support from the European Union, French foreign minister Laurent Fabius said today.

Emily Dugan finds phone technology now plays role in reuniting families torn apart

Hey ladies, it’s our day today. Some might say that half the population need more than just 24 hours... and we’d agree. But with global events shedding light on women’s rights, and Michelle Obama recognising extraordinary heroines, it’s a small step in the right direction.

If you think Trending has thrown its weight behind International Women’s Day, you should see what the rest of the country is doing.

Numerous events will be taking place to mark International Women’s Day. In Afghanistan there will be the launch of the Herat International Women’s Film Festival, the first of its kind, which will show 30 films by and about women.

The idea for an International Women’s Day emerged at the start of the 20th century, out of the early socialist movement.

Albanian-born nun was beatified by the Catholic Church in 2003, leaving her just one miracle away from sainthood

Dennis Rodman is the latest to put his fame towards a worthy cause. Holly Williams tracks down other globetrotting stars

The singer tells Susie Mesure why Friday's concert marking International Women's Day means so much

After 25 years, a stunningly ambitious bid to eradicate a disease that once killed millions is within a few hundred cases of total victory. Can we finish the job?

Polio once claimed thousands of victims a year in India. But it’s two years since the last case. Jeremy Laurance discovers why

White House to bolster support for opposition with medicine and food supply drops

Worldwide concerns about climate change have dropped dramatically since 2009