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The Sawyers from Australia were never really interested in volatile investing. As their retirement age approached, the idea of a low-risk investment for their pension seemed attractive. But one day, after clicking on a seemingly legitimate online ...

The widening war in the Middle East and its growing impact on civilians came under scrutiny at the UN in Geneva on Monday, as independent experts briefing the Human Rights Council warned of escalating violence following the onset of Israeli and US .. ...

The UN chief on Monday urged countries to "work together" and eradicate a rising tide of anti-Muslim hate, calling for a rejection of "the narratives of fear and exclusion".

Relentless drone strikes across Sudan's Kordofan and Darfur regions are causing civilian casualties and further restricting humanitarian access, the UN warned on Monday.

The liberation of territory from gangs and a more "motivated and visible" police presence has provided a "glimmer of hope" for Haiti as the Caribbean island nation continues to struggle with violence, insecurity and poverty.

Haiti remains mired in a multidimensional crisis marked by weak institutions, political uncertainty, widespread gang violence and overwhelming humanitarian needs, but a recent new agreement by political groups offers "a moment of hope and progress .. ...

ABUJA, Nigeria, March 16 (IPS) - The Aba Women's Riots of 1929 remain one of the most powerful demonstrations of Nigerian women's collective resistance. Thousands of market women, farmers, traders, and mothers mobilized across districts in the then . ...

BANGKOK, Thailand, March 16 (IPS) - Access to adequate housing is a foundation of resilient cities. Safe and affordable homes provide stability, allow residents to access essential services, and enhance the capacity for communities to withstand and . ...

The crisis in the Middle East has entered its third week, with fighting continuing across the region and humanitarian needs rising. Oil prices remain near $100 a barrel, while shipping disruptions and temporary flight suspensions are affecting travel ...

The disruption of global energy supplies is being felt worldwide, the UN's top climate change official warned on Monday, as conflict in the Middle East drives oil and gas prices sharply higher - echoing the market turmoil triggered by the war in ...