Hasan Mahmud: Sharia Law Betrays Modern State and Koran
Sharia expert Hasan Mahmud believes sharia will fail because it cannot run a modern country.
China Rejects Criticism in UN Report on North Korea Crimes
UN investigators say Beijing might be 'aiding and abetting crimes against humanity'.
Ukraine Protests: Israeli Ex-Officer 'Leads Militant Group', Claims Iran
Jewish leaders are asking youth to stay neutral as violence escalates in Kiev.
Kim Jong-un 'Guilty of Nazi-Style Atrocities'
UN investigators say North Korea dictator and security chiefs should face International Criminal Court.
Anti-Drone Activist Kareem Khan Released After Torture
Khan was captured days before he was due to testify on US use of drones in Pakistan.
Africa: 'Sex For Fish' Trade Spreads HIV
Hundreds of poor women who engage in sexual relationships with fishermen to ensure supplies of fish are at risk of HIV.
Nigeria: 14 Young Boys Beaten by Anti-Gay Mob
Human rights activists warn against violence on homosexuals in Abuja.
Obama on Uganda's Anti-Gay Law: 'a Step Backward'
Obama says if Uganda enacts anti-gay bill this will 'complicate' its relations with the US.
Snake-Handling Pastor Dies of Rattlesnake Bite
"If the Bible told me to jump out of an airplane, I would," he said on a US TV show.
UN Calls For North Korea To Be Held Accountable For Crimes Against Humanity
Leader Kim Jong-un is at the helm of regime committing crimes against humanity, says United Nations.
Mutilated Children, Poaching and Ban on Miniskirts: Five Africa Stories You Should Know About
Latest news on what is happening in Africa.
China Punishes Relatives of Tibetan Protesters Who Burn Themselves to Death
Families of protesters who burn themselves to death barred from social security.
Oscar Pistorius: Twitter Pours Scorn on 'Heartache' Statement
South African former Olympics runner released a statement of grief after he killed his girlfriend last year.
Congo Machete Executions: 70 People Hacked to Death
UN mission in Congo warns against grave crimes against humanity.
Virginia Lifts Ban on Same Sex Marriage
A judge in Virginia decided that a ban on gay marriage is unconstitutional.
Alleged Rape Victim's Friend Had Sex with Accused
Four-in-a-bed friend failed to notify police she had sex with one of the defendants, court told.
Spain: 11 Immigrants Drown After Border Police Fire Bullets
Police shot rubber bullets at migrants trying to cross the frontier between Spain and Morocco.
Ukraine: President Yanukovich Urges Investigation of Judge Murder
A Ukrainian judge involved in cases against anti-government activists was shot several times.
Al-Shabaab Car Bomb Kills Seven at Mogadishu Airport
Attack by Islamic terrorist group was aimed at UN envoy.
Asia's Arms Race: Australia Voices Concerns as Nations Increase Investment in Weapons
Many countries in Asia are investing heavily in arms, raising concerns about global security.
Thailand: Monk and Boy Among Five Killed in Suspected Militant Attack
Attack against civilians in Mae Lan district in Pattani province deepens crisis in South Thailand.
14 February: When Valentine's Day Turns Bloody
Valentine's Day has not always been such a celebration of love and togetherness.
Sudanese Student Tajeldin Ahmed Arja at Risk of Torture
Tajeldin Ahmed Arja risks torture after he openly criticised Sudanese and Chadian presidents for atrocities committed in Darfur.
Italian Marines Charged with Killing Indian Fishermen Face Anti-Terror Trial
Nato warns Delhi against applying piracy laws against Massimiliano Latorre and Salvatore Girone.
Child Sexual Abuse: Top 5 Countries With the Highest Rates
IBTimesUK examines rates of CSA in India, United States, UK, South Africa and Zimbabwe
Irish Paedophile Teacher Attended Donegal School Sports Day
Former teacher who pleaded guilty to two underage sex assaults posed for photos at sporting event.
El Salvador: Castaway José Alvarenga Back Home After 13 Months in Pacific Ocean
Castaway Jose Salvador Alvarenga returns home after Mexican authorities confirmed his story.
Central African Republic Conflict: Peacekeepers Fail to Prevent Ethnic Cleansing
Amnesty International and the UN urge the international community to act immediately to halt bloodshed in CAR
Stalemate Puts Fresh Round of South Sudan Talks in Peril
Second round of peace talks is on hold, after rebels and government accused each other of not respecting previous agreements.
Genocide Trials, Biometric Fingerprints and the Terminator: Five Africa Stories You Should Know About
Latest news on what is happening in Africa.
