The president of Belarus, who won his sixth term in last week’s controversial election, had a rough face-to-face with striking workers in Minsk, telling them the vote is a done deal – at least as long as he is alive.
Ugandan tech company makes smartphones with thermometre
Like many other countries, Uganda has adopted a range of safety measures to reduce the spread of the coronavirus. Besides hand sanitiser and social distancing, some businesses are checking temperatures before allowing...
More than 100,000 Belarusians take part in anti-govt rally
Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko has rejected both local and international calls for fresh elections. That’s as unrest spreads across the country following last week’s disputed presidential vote. Tens...
Turkey’s medical tourism
Turkey receives patients from more than 60 countries, from the Middle East to Europe and beyond. Hospitals have adopted a number of measures to ensure all safety precautions are in place and patients receive the highest...
A Place Called Pakistan – The City of Lights
Follow Eva Zu Beck as she embarks on an ambitious journey across Pakistan. Her adventure starts in Karachi- a city buzzing with a new creative energy. Here she meets female boxers and young rappers transforming their...
Thousands on streets of Belarus demand resignation of President Lukashenko – BBC News
The largest anti-Government protests since last week’s disputed elections have been taking place in Belarus. It’s estimated that 100,000 people have taken to the streets demanding that President Alexander...
Human hair products: What’s their true cost? | DW Analysis
Human hair extensions and wigs can cost thousands of dollars. But what’s their true cost and where does the hair actually come from? Most of it comes from impoverished people in countries like India, Pakistan...