Scientists have published a detailed map of regions of the world that are most likely to be affected by climate change – with southern and southeastern Asia among the most vulnerable areas.

Scientists will call for a major push this week to reduce the amount of greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture through the use of a modified tropical grass.

Group chaired by former UN secretary general urges farmers to shake fear of the unknown and adopt new technologies

The World Bank (WB) has noted in its latest report, which has been a concern in societies even before the beginning of recorded history, has decreased significantly in the past three decades.

The World Bank has given final approval for a $340-million financing package for a crucial hydroelectric power plant in Africa’s Great Lakes region, which is long delayed by ethnic conflict.

As the world gets warmer, people's tempers are likely to get hotter, scientists say.