Coronavirus could push 150 million people into extreme poverty, says World Bank
The coronavirus pandemic could push an extra 150 million people into extreme poverty by 2021, according to revised figures by the World Bank.
The coronavirus pandemic could push an extra 150 million people into extreme poverty by 2021, according to revised figures by the World Bank.
COVID-19 has had a huge impact on the tourist industry in Indonesia. People in Bali have returned to growing seaweed to make a living during the pandemic.
Major coffee brands such as Nestle and Lavazza are working with their suppliers to make sure break rooms and coffee machines can be used during coronavirus.
French fashion company, Icytos, is using discarded salmon skin to create luxury leather. It's being supported by LVMH, owner of Louis Vuitton and Christian Dior.
European planemaker Airbus has unveiled three ideas for 'zero-emission' airplanes powered by hydrogen.
French company Geochanvre are making masks made out of hemp, as an alternative to single-use plastic ones. The idea was prompted by environmental concerns.
"Whether we are tackling a pandemic or the climate crisis, it is clear that we need science, solidarity and decisive solutions," says UN chief.
Thailand's national airport has opened up a plane-themed restaurant for customers who are craving in-flight meals after months of travel restrictions caused by COVID-19.
Brazil's Football confederation has announced it will pay its men's and women's soccer teams equally.
Volunteers in Estonia are working to restore the country's peatlands. Many have been drained for mining purposes, but when restored will help tackle climate change.
People South Korea are transforming their homes into staycation destinations, a coronavirus cancels plans for foreign holidays.
Europe's pupils are returning to the classrooms, with masks, disinfectant, temperature checks and other precautions becoming a core part of the school day.
Polio has been eradicated from Africa, but a vaccine-derived strain could still infect under-immunized areas, the WHO warns.
The hashtag #OurHomesAreOpen was used by those offering their homes and bedrooms to those displaced by the Beirut explosion.
Democratic nominee Joe Biden has named Californian senator Kamala Harris as his running mate in the 2020 US Presidential election.