Poppy shaming, poppy policing and poppy fascism – Why is the Remembrance symbol controversial?
Fifa's decision to ban players from wearing poppies on an Armistice Day match has sparked debate.
Insults aside – where do Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump stand on the things that really matter?
The 2016 election has been called the most divisive in recent history – here are the key issues at stake.
National Black Cat Day: Why don't people want to adopt black cats?
On National Black Cat Day, we met some of the cats and kittens in need of forever homes.
Making art from sexual assault: 'Rape happens - we need to make it something we can discuss'
One rape survivor is transforming the way we talk about sexual violence through the medium of art.
Men have problems – but men's rights activists aren't solving them
The movement is too busy attacking women to fix issues like suicide and unemployment.
Surviving Aberfan: 'My brother and sister lost their lives – writing was my healing process'
Fifty years after the mining disaster, survivor Gaynor Madgwick tells IBTimes UK how she coped with the grief and trauma.
Osteoporosis: What is the 'silent killer' affecting three million in the UK?
World Osteoporosis Day focuses on the condition that causes bones to lose their density and become more fragile.
Anti-Slavery Day: Why migrants crossing the Mediterranean are victims of slavery and trafficking
Nearly three-quarters of migrants travelling from North Africa to Europe have experienced exploitation.
'The experience differs for all LGBT people' - Thoughts and advice about coming out
Matt Horwood of the charity Stonewall offers his thoughts and advice on coming out.
From Moscow to Vladivostok: 100 years of stories along the Trans-Siberian Railway
IBTimes UK takes you from the Russian capital through Siberia to Vladivostok, exploring history and stories along the way.
Poland's women are on strike over a proposed abortion ban — here's everything you need to know
Women could face up to five years in prison for having a termination under a proposed new law.
Where is your coffee from? Top five coffee producing countries in the world
Around two billion cups are consumed every day.
Not allowed menstrual leave? Here are five ways to relieve period pain
A survey has found one third of women have taken time off work due to painful cramps.
Ceausescu's forgotten children: Closing the last of Romania's communist-era orphanages
Three decades on, the former communist regime still casts a shadow over the country.
Forgotten children of the revolution: Haunting images of Romania's abandoned orphanages
In 1989, dictator Nicolae Ceausescu's regime fell and the appalling state of Romania's orphanages were exposed to the world.
How medical marijuana transformed stoner culture into big business in the US
Investors, retailers, farmers and even delivery start-ups are cashing in on America's profitable new industry.
Anxiety, chronic pain and nausea - the health conditions medical cannabis could help
Laws on medical marijuana are being relaxed around the world - but not in the UK.
Suicidal thoughts plague more young people than ever — we must improve child mental health services
One in ten children are affected by a mental health disorder, but many don't have access to professional help.
Sexual health poll: Men – would you take the male contraceptive pill?
A hormonal contraceptive for men could be available in the not-too-distant future.
Sexual health poll: Women - would you trust a man to take the male contraceptive pill?
The pill been available to women since the 1960s and now scientists are close to inventing the male equivalent.
Migraine: What is the debilitating condition affecting 8 million people in the UK?
Neurological condition is still poorly understood and the exact cause of migraines is unknown.
Why are sexually active gay men banned from donating blood?
Northern Ireland will lift a lifetime ban on homosexual men donating blood - but with restrictions.
Women who aren't wearing headphones don't want to be harassed either
Headphones are a defence mechanism – but even without them, women are not ripe for harassment.
Is it possible to predict an earthquake?
Hundreds have been killed after two large earthquakes struck Italy and Myanmar on the same day.
Why does Italy suffer more earthquakes than the rest of Europe?
Italy is one of the most seismically active countries in Europe - and has a long history of earthquakes.
Reading & Leeds Festival 2016: Weather and travel advice for bank holiday weekend
Biffy Clyro, Foals and Red Hot Chili Peppers headline the weekend – be sure to add your wellies to that line-up.
Olympic love or oversharing: Why do people propose in public?
Five proposals at the Olympic Games have sparked debate over the phenomenon of the public proposal.
Five practical ways to help Syrians under siege in Aleppo
The crisis in Syria is escalating - here are the charities working to help the situation.
World Orangutan Day 2016: Palm oil and forest fires - why orangutans are dying out in the wild
Bornean orangutan population has fallen by more than 50% over the past 60 years.
World Humanitarian Day: The Syrian woman saving refugee children from child labour in Turkey
Nasira Lopez set up a school for refugee children in Istanbul, Turkey, to save them from illegal child labour.