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Primatologist whose studies showed that non-human apes can behave with compassion, cooperation and cunning

Renowned primatologist Frans de Waal, known for revealing the empathic nature of primates, dies at 75 from stomach cancer.

Sudan this week entered its second straight Ramadan in the throes of a deadly war that has left much of the country gripped by the spectre of famine.

The World Food Program says one in four people in Gaza face extreme hunger. But in recent weeks, a small movement has emerged in Israel that is intent on stopping humanitarian aid from flowing in.

As war continues unabated in Sudan, an acute food emergency could kill hundreds of thousands of people by next year.

Armenia finds itself facing multiple challenges after being suddenly thrust into one of the worst political crises in its decades of independence following the 1991 collapse of the Soviet Union

Baku has drawn the ire of the EU and US after years of promoting itself as a reliable security partner and vital transport hub

The bestselling author is in no doubt who is to blame when it comes to the state of the arts. She talks about the importance of culture, her inclusive book festival and using her voice to help

Inspired by the work of ceramicist Lucie Rie, Ai Weiwei and other top artists are telling deeply personal stories on a tiny ‘canvas’

Gender diversity has long been a feature of our species. Those that deny this are ignorant of evolution’s history

Read about Edmund de Waal, a renowned British ceramist, and author, as he delves into the themes of exile and anti-Semitism in his book, “Letters to Camondo: Hare with Amber Eyes.” Subscribe now to discover the fascinating story behind this poignant exploration of history and identity.