Charity

Diana's London flat before she became princess gets Blue Plaque recognition

The Blue Plaque scheme, run by the English Heritage charity, honours notable people and organisations who were connected with particular buildings across London

Explained: The historical significance of the 1985 Live Aid concert, and questions around Western relief efforts

The Live Aid set the template for fundraising concerts by raising approximately £150 million for famine relief, according to organiser Bob Geldof's own website.

Indiana Jones fedora, The Last Samurai sword to go up for auction in Hollywood

The custom-made hat worn by Harrison Ford in 1984 action classic Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom will go on sale in Hollywood from 29 June, with an estimate of $150,000-$250,000.

Fascination with Bill and Melinda Gates' divorce is reminder of how obsession with celebrity gossip can overshadow philanthropy

When big donors only hit the headlines because of private matters or cynicism about their charitable intent, it impedes public understanding of philanthropy.

COVID-19 impact is massive, but other social causes need CSR funding too, say NGOs

With a major chunk of CSR funding having gone towards the PM-CARES Fund, there are few resources left with corporate organisations to fund new initiatives

Sophie Turner, Joe Jonas, Hugh Jackman among others feature in at-home remake of The Princess Bride for charity

The Princess Bride at-home reimagination, available on Quibi, is aimed at raising funds for World Central Kitchen, which has provided food relief amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Former England wicket-keeper Matt Prior to attempt Tour de France, calls it 'biggest physical challenge'

Former England wicket-keeper batsman Matt Prior on Thursday informed that he would be attempting to ride the full Tour de France

Game of Thrones star Kit Harington's fans raise over $45,000 for charity he supports, amid his treatment

Kit Harington checked into a luxury health retreat in Connecticut to receive treatment for stress, exhaustion and alcohol use, weeks before the Game of Thrones finale aired on 19 May

Kerala, After The Flood: Malayali expats in the Gulf take out major collection drives for victims back home

Acts of kindness by the Kerala diaspora are extending much-needed relief to the state as it struggles to overcome the worst natural calamity in its history

Donation to Kerala floods: Mobile wallet firms have their heart at the right place but taxpayers inconvenienced

A few other mobile wallet companies have swung into action to mobilise funds for the beleaguered people of Kerala devastated by heavy rains, but how convenient is it for making donations