Churches' action group Housing Justice has welcomed the recognition of the human rights dimensions of homelessness at a leading awards event.

Colombian president Juan Manuel Santos visits ministers and the Queen this week, with the country’s atrocious record under intense scrutiny.

A thorough investigation is needed into the killing of a nun who had worked for the rights of indigenous communities, human rights groups say.

An exhibition featuring the work of award-winning Indian documentary photographer Bharat Choudhary is launching in Edinburgh on Saturday 12 November, highlighting the little-known human story of refugees living in New Delhi.