As cities expand, eating up swathes of countryside in the process, agricultural pioneers are finding new ways to grow the fresh produce we need, in containers, empty buildings and any other spare space they can find to create new vertical farms.

Following the engine failure that cost him victory at the Malaysian Grand Prix, an understandably frustrated Lewis Hamilton suggested that “somebody, or someone, doesn’t want me to win this year”.

The Brussels Conference on Afghanistan last week marked an important opportunity to create a roadmap for the country’s future.

QUESTION: I recently realised that my salary doesn’t match my level of responsibility.

Google’s self-driving vehicles are mastering complex situations on public roads, from cars going the wrong way to bicycles darting in front of traffic, as the technology company strives to win the high-profile race to achieve full vehicle automation, according to executives.

If Harold Wilson was living in Pakistan today, he would have learnt even a week that he presumed was a long time in politics, would be passé.

The biggest Brics success story remains China, which, despite its recent slowdown, has far exceeded expectations

The finding that Qatar’s annual cost for diabetes care could increase from QR1.8bn in 2015 to QR5bn in 2035 and QR8.4bn by 2055, if no immediate action is taken to combat the problem,

In June, Iran’s Meteorological Organisation said 72% the country’s 80mn people were living in “prolonged drought” conditions

As lights dim and the formally-dressed, elegant orchestra members walk on stage, the excitement starts to build. Then the conductor comes out and bows.

Do you know people who have so many problems they’re totally overwhelmed? We all know people like this. And, many of us may have been in those shoes.

The United Nations is seeking a new secretary-general. The World Bank presidency is up for grabs. The World Health Organisation needs a new head.