Australian rent-a-grave law to be reviewed
An Australian state is going to reconsider an act that lets people pay a leasehold on burial plots.
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Young and liberal in America: 'It's both hopeful and disturbing'
How young Americans feel about progressive politics and the future of the Democratic Party.
Kanye West: I wasn't stumped by Kimmel's Trump question
The rapper responds after appearing lost for words when Jimmy Kimmel asked him about Donald Trump.
Is this Peruvian city the most polluted on earth?
People in Cerro de Pasco in the Peruvian Andes say the soil from an open mine harms their children.
Syria's Druze vow to free women and children kidnapped by IS
Jihadists kidnapped 30 women and children from the minority sect during an attack in Suweida in July.
The mountain girls making bras for Europe's chests
Few people give much thought to where what they wear beneath their clothes really comes from, and so it was for Elizabeth Gowing, until recently.
Teaching children to surf Liberia's wild waves
An African country which has seen civil war and Ebola could be the next surfing hotspot.
What do Russians think of Banksy?
An exhibition of the elusive artist's work in Moscow has attracted more than 200,000 visitors in its first two months.
France's 25-year treasure hunt for a golden owl
Somewhere in France lies buried a small statuette and for 25 years thousands have searched for it.
In pictures: Portugal's lingering influence in Zanzibar
A festival in Pemba reveals cultural influences dating back to the 16th Century.
Seattle-Tacoma plane thief 'had full airport credentials'
A 29-year-old who took and crashed a 76-seat passenger plane was a fully accredited airline employee.
Nobel Prize-winning British author VS Naipaul dies aged 85
Sir Vidia died surrounded "by those he loved" at his home in London, his wife confirms.
Egypt: Defrocked monk charged with killing Coptic bishop
Egyptian Bishop Epiphanius was found dead at his monastery in a case that shocked the Coptic Church.
Canada gun attack: Man charged after four killed in New Brunswick
Two police officers and two civilians were shot dead in Fredericton, New Brunswick, on Friday.
Germans held after flooding at 'unauthorised' French campsite
More than 100 children were evacuated from a summer camp after heavy floods this week.
Turkey's Erdogan condemns 'shameful' US over detained pastor
President Erdogan says the US is trying to "bring Turkey to its knees through threats over a priest".
Romania protests: Hundreds injured in anti-government rally
Police fired tear gas against anti-corruption protesters in the capital Bucharest on Friday.
Filmmaker Sheila Nortley: I'm a writer, a mother, I'm tall, I'm a Muslim
Filmmaker Sheila Nortley believes that loving yourself and being confident is key to success.
Weedkiller glyphosate 'doesn't cause cancer' - Bayer
The new owner of the Monsanto group insists glyphosate use is safe despite a cancer payout.
French theme park deploys crows to collect litter
Six crows are put to work collecting litter at the Puy du Fou theme park in the west of the country.
Parker Solar Probe: Nasa delays mission to unlock Sun's mysteries
The US space agency delays for 24 hours the boldest mission in its history after an alarm went off.
Tesla's Elon Musk faces investor lawsuit
Short-sellers say they've lost millions after "misleading" comments about going private.
Rapper 6ix9ine faces prison
The Manhattan District Attorney's office says the rapper should be charged as an adult for his crimes.
Hacking the US mid-terms? It's child's play
Security experts say the US voting system is extremely vulnerable to cyber-attack. How vulnerable? Just ask these 11-year-olds.
Stolen plane closes Seattle airport before crashing into sea
An airline employee makes an unauthorised take-off before crashing into an island.
California wildfires: Thousands evacuated as Lake Elsinore threatened
Evacuation orders for 21,000 residents in Orange County are issued as flames threaten homes.
South China Sea: 'Leave immediately and keep far off'
A BBC team flew over the disputed South China Sea islands in a US military plane.
How God is Healing the Wounds of War in the World's Largest Refugee Camp
Hundreds of thousands of people from South Sudan have fled to the Bidi Bidi Refuge Settlement in Uganda to escape their country's ongoing brutal civil war. Here victims and their victimizers find healing through faith in Christ.
What Ever Happened to Aideen Strandsson: Christian Asylum Seeker Finds True Love While Still in Limbo
A Iranian Christian, whose possible deportation to Iran by the Swedish government made international headlines, has married.
Monsanto ordered to pay $289m damages in Roundup cancer trial
A US jury finds the company knew its Roundup weedkillers were dangerous, but Monsanto vows to appeal.
Manushi Chhillar is using her fame to raise awareness about menstrual hygiene
Manushi Chhillar is using her fame to raise awareness about menstrual hygiene
ICYMI: High speed logging and art comes alive
From professional loggers to paragliding grannies, here are some stories you may have missed this week.
Charlottesville: Why one man is suing Alex Jones for defamation
Brennan Gilmore's life was turned upside down after the Charlottesville attack. Now he's fighting back.
The man who wants to be the new Oprah
He's a rapper, media mogul and presenter. Oh yeah, and he was married to Mariah Carey. But fame at a young age means Nick Cannon wants to catch up on one thing - an education.
South Africa risks 'Zimbabwe-style land chaos'
President Cyril Ramaphosa is backing a plan to allow land to be taken by the state without compensation.
Refugee, activist and champion of Syrian cuisine
A woman in exile discovers that cooking for strangers is a way into their hearts.
Thousands Petition for Release of Iranian Pastor Youcef Nadarkhani Arrested for 'Promoting Christianity'
More than 70,000 people have signed a petition calling for the release of jailed Iranian pastor Youcef Nadarkhani. He's been reportedly sentenced to ten years in a prison notorious for persecuting Christians. Pastor Nadarkhani was also sentenced to two extra years of "internal exile" for allegedly "promoting Zionist Christianity."
'How Could It Ever Be Harmful to Tell Someone About Jesus?' Nurse Wins Two-Year Fight for Her Job
A nurse in Great Britain who was dismissed from her nursing job for talking to patients about Jesus now has her full rights to practice nursing restored.
Romanian police clash with anti-government protesters
Police use tear gas and pepper spray against tens of thousands of anti-corruption protesters.
Trump, his in-laws and chain migration
The first lady's parents became US citizens through a process the president has vowed to end.
China Uighurs: One million held in political camps, UN told
A million ethnic Uighurs may be being held in "re-education centres", a UN rights panel has heard.
Body of one of Italian Mont Blanc climbing trio found
Rescuers find the remains of Luca Lombardini, 31, but his fiancée and brother are still missing.
Russia jails 'Grand Theft Auto' killers who ambushed drivers
Four gang members get life for killing and robbing 17 drivers on motorways around Moscow.
Fifa bans Bwalya for two years over gifts
Zambia's former African Footballer of the Year, Kalusha Bwalya, is banned for two years by Fifa.
Head teacher busted sitting student's exam
Burundian Benjamin Manirambona wore a blue uniform to try to blend in with the schoolchildren.
German police save man from baby squirrel terror
Officers respond to a call saying the animal was chasing a man down the street in Karlsruhe, Germany.
Trump doubles metal tariffs on Turkey as lira falls by 20%
The Turkish lira falls 20% as Mr Trump announces a doubling of metal tariffs on the Nato ally.
Hala Shiha: Egyptian actress returns without the hijab
Egyptian actress Hala Shiha, who retired in 2005, marks her comeback on social media.
Zimbabwe election: Inauguration delayed after result challenged
The ceremony is postponed after the opposition filed a legal challenge against the election result.
Canada shooting: Four dead including two police in Fredericton
At least four people including two police have died in a shooting in Fredericton, New Brunswick.
Yemen war: Saudi-led coalition to probe air strike on bus
At least 29 children died in the air strike on a bus in the Houthi rebel stronghold of Saada.
Casey Affleck sorry for 'unprofessional' behaviour on film set
Oscar winner Casey Affleck was accused of sexual harassment on a film set in 2010.
Rise in wolf attacks alarms Dutch sheep farmers
After one wolf killed 26 sheep Dutch farmers worry about installing costly electric fencing.
Germany lifts total ban on Nazi symbols in video games
After decades of German video games censoring Nazi bad guys, the rules have changed.
Kanye West stumped by Jimmy Kimmel's Donald Trump question
The rapper is lost for words when asked why he thinks the US president cares about black people.
'The Little Old Ones': Belgium's retirement home for elderly animals
Cats, dogs and other animals can live out their final days in peace in this unusual care home.
Turkey's lira crisis explained
The Turkish currency has nosedived since January and, unsurprisingly, tourists are taking advantage.
Chicago police under fire after 'bait truck' used to lure thieves
Activists say Chicago police filled a truck with designer shoes and used it to lure potential thieves.
Tour de France winner Jan Ullrich held for 'prostitute assault'
German cyclist Jan Ullrich allegedly assaulted a prostitute in a luxury hotel in Frankfurt.
Cows allowed to visit Swedish nudist beaches in heatwave
The Swedish government is allowing farmers in the south to bring their cows to the beaches because of the roasting summer heat.
China mosque demolition sparks stand-off in Ningxia
Officials say the Weizhou mosque did not receive building permits, but worshippers are refusing to budge.
NFL players anthem protests resume
Several NFL players protest during the US national anthem before pre-season games.
Taliban attack strategic Afghan city of Ghazni
The militants seized parts of Ghazni before reportedly being beaten back to the outskirts.
India MP shocks with Hitler costume protest in parliament
Naramalli Sivaprasad said he was protesting against a "broken promise" by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
US migrants: Judge orders deportation plane turnaround
He also reportedly said Attorney General Jeff Sessions could be held in contempt of court over the case.
North Korea lashes out at US diplomats over sanctions
Pyongyang says the US is following an "outdated script" which is blocking progress on denuclearisation.
Secret lives of Kenya's drag queens
Cross-dressers discuss the difficulty of living in a country with strict anti-gay laws.
Kheris Rogers: The 11 year old girl who beat the skin colour bullies
Kheris, 11, was regularly driven to tears by teasing but now she's got a positive message for others.
Australian MPs field sudden requests for Queen portraits
The recent increase in requests is overwhelmingly "tongue-in-cheek", lawmakers say.
Costa Rica Supreme Court rules against same-sex marriage ban
It has given legislators 18 months to amend the law - but many are opposed to a change.
Ryanair strike: One in six flights cancelled in pilot walkout
Strike in five European countries will affect about 400 flights, one in six of the airline's services.
Saudi-led air strike kills 29 children in Yemen
The bus was hit at a market in Dahyan, in the northern province of Saada.
France floods: 1,600 forced to evacuate
The floods caused the evacuation of around 1,600 people, most of them campers.
Imran Khan: Pakistani women's views on their incoming PM
Imran Khan has made controversial remarks about women. So what do they think of him?
Melania Trump's Slovenian parents become US citizens
The president's in-laws, Viktor and Amalija Knavs, became citizens in a private New York ceremony.
Why an Italian village began a worldly wedding show
Locals have embraced migrant communities, with an annual wedding dress fashion show.
China hints at three-child policy with 'happy family' stamps
There is widespread speculation that China’s Year of the Pig stamps hint at a loosening of the two-child policy.
Living with Australia's drought: 'It's cheaper to shoot the cows'
Farmers explain the devastating effect of a dry spell that has swept swathes of the country.
Space Force: Trump 2020 asks supporters to vote on logo
The Trump 2020 campaign thinks the Space Force can serve as a re-election fundraiser.
Unite the Right: Permit granted for Washington DC far-right rally
The 12 August protest falls on the first anniversary of last year's deadly Charlottesville rally.
US police chief’s son held over attack
The Bay Area police chief says he was "devastated" to hear his son was suspected in the beating.
Daddy Yankee: Despacito rapper 'robbed by impersonator'
Daddy Yankee reportedly had jewels worth 2m euros stolen from his hotel room in Spain.
Crying Activist Goes Viral for Blocking Deportation of Afghan, but the True Story Is Really Ugly
There is more to the story of an Afghan migrant whose deportation from Sweden was blocked by an activist and then went viral on social media.
Killer whale still carrying dead baby after 16 days
A mother whale is still carrying her baby's body more than two weeks after it died.
Wildfire suspect arrested after threatening 'this place will burn'
Evacuations continue as police arrest a man for intentionally setting the so-called Holy Fire.
France floods: 1,600 evacuated, German missing at campsite
More than 100 children from a summer camp are among those taken into shelters in southern France.
Five things Americans can expect from Love Island
The ITV2 programme has been snapped up by CBS in the US.
Saudi Airstrike on Yemen Kills at Least 50 on a Bus, Mostly Children
An airstrike by the Saudi-led coalition fighting Shiite rebels hit a bus in a market in northern Yemen on Thursday, killing at least 20 people, including children, and wounding as many as 35, Yemeni tribal leaders said.
What Church Leaders Should Learn from the Bill Hybels Scandal
Once again, a well-known pastor is making headlines across the country. And, as is too often the case, the story is about sexual misconduct and even sexual abuse.
Caruana Galizia murder: Enemies killed Malta journalist's dogs
Anti-corruption blogger Daphne Caruana Galizia's dogs were killed on three occasions, her son says.
Hurricane Maria: Puerto Rico acknowledges hundreds died
The US territory's government says 2017's hurricane killed 1,427 people, not 64 as previously reported.
Korea remains: Sons receive father's dog tag after 70 years
The tag was among the 55 boxes of remains returned to the US by North Korean officials.
Japanese racing driver Keiko Ihara shares her story
Japanese racing driver Keiko Ihara shares her story.
Kenyan grandmother: Fitting car stereos keeps me young
Cecilia Wangari is a great-grandmother who works in a garage in Kenya, installing car stereos.
North Korea heatwave: Kim Jong-un strips to his vest
The Supreme Leader cools off on inspection visit, but other officials have to swelter in uniform.
Taiwan man rigs bike with 11 phones to play Pokemon Go
Chen San-yuan from Taiwan can play for 20 hours straight before his devices run out of battery.
Argentina Senate Votes Against Legalizing Abortion
Argentina's Senate rejects bill to legalize elective abortion amidst protests on both sides of the issue.
Woman detained in Slovakia for playing Verdi for 16 years
A woman has been detained in Slovakia for playing 'La Traviata' from morning until night for years.
Yemen war: Children killed in air strike on bus
Scores of children, most of them under 10, were killed in an attack on a bus, the Red Cross says.
Willow Creek: Church leaders quit over sexual misconduct scandal
Leaders at one of the US's biggest megachurches resign amid allegations made against its founder.
Ukrainian hunger striker Sentsov 'near end' in Russian jail
Oleg Sentsov, jailed in Russia for 20 years on terror charges, began the protest on 14 May.
Shower porn: NZ man pleads guilty after filming 34 women
A man pleads guilty to filming the women using remote-controlled covert cameras in shampoo bottles.
'I'm a criminal for wearing a full-face veil'
The first woman to be fined for wearing a niqab in Denmark tells the BBC she will continue to wear it
The millions of Hindu devotees walking across India
Every year, devotees wearing saffron clothes cross the country to collect water from the holy Ganges.
Skripal case: US sanctions over Novichok hit Russian rouble
Russia is punished for a nerve agent attack on ex-spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter in the UK.
'Kiki challenge' India men to clean station as punishment
Three Indian men will clean a station as punishment for doing the viral Kiki challenge on a train.
Superman star Margot Kidder's death was suicide, coroner rules
The troubled actress, who played Lois Lane, died in May aged 69.
Zambia 'deports MDC's Tendai Biti to Zimbabwe'
Tendai Biti, an opposition figure sought by police in Zimbabwe, fled to seek asylum after disputed poll.
Malaysian minister orders removal of LGBT portraits from exhibition
A Malaysian minster said the portraits of two activists promoted gay culture and broke social norms.
Medical hack poses pacemaker risk
Researchers disclose an unfixed vulnerability that threatens medical devices.
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Is Turkey heading for an economic crisis?
A weak currency, high borrowing, and falling share prices point to long-term economic problems for Turkey.
Argentina abortion: Senate defeats bill legalising it at up to 14 weeks
Anti-abortion campaigners rallied outside parliament as voting took place in Buenos Aires.
Lombok earthquake: Strong tremor amid rescue efforts
The 5.9-magnitude tremor comes as the Indonesian island still searches for victims of Sunday's quake.
Israeli air strikes 'kill woman and toddler'
Israel's military says it was targeting Hamas sites after they fired dozens of rockets at Israel.
Will the first Ikea in India succeed?
India could be a big opportunity for the company, but it's also a market with many quirks.
Stanford sex attack: Brock Turner loses assault appeal
Brock Turner's case gained national notoriety in 2016, sparking a debate about assault and privilege.
Sky News Australia pulled from train stations over backlash
Victoria instructs subways not to show Sky News Australia, after it ran a controversial interview.
Will US maternity leave ever catch up?
The US is the only industrialised nation with no paid leave for parents with a new child. How does it compare?
New York votes to cap Uber and Lyft services
Campaigners say the rise of ride-hail services has threatened yellow taxis and caused driver suicides.
Belgian Children Being Euthanized as Canada Also Embraces Culture of Legally Assisted Suicide
According to a recently released report, three children in Belgium under the age of 18 were given lethal injections after they chose to die.
Brad Pitt hits back at Angelina Jolie's child support claims
The actor responds after Angelina Jolie said he had paid no child support since their split in 2016.
US drink-drive suspect tells police she's 'clean, white girl'
Lauren Cutshaw also said police should let her go as she had been a cheerleader and sorority girl.
Jarrod Lyle: Australian golfer dies aged 36
Enduring cancer, he left a final message: "My time was short, but... hopefully it wasn't wasted."
Regular exercise 'best for mental health'
Exercising three to five times a week helps improved wellbeing over a month, US research finds.
Ditching tight pants 'improves sperm count'
Could cooler testicles make for better swimming sperm - and more of them?
Welsh tourist 'stuck in Dubai' over £36k speeding fine
Welshman Farah Hashi broke the speed limit dozens of times in a few hours in a rented Lamborghini.
Mexico court absolves former union boss Elba Gordillo
Elba Esther Gordillo led the powerful teachers' union - one of Latin America's largest unions.
Parker Solar Probe: How Nasa is trying to 'touch' the Sun
Nasa's Parker Solar Probe will get closer to our star than any other in history.
The Brazilian criminals learning crochet in prison
The all-male prisoners have even put on a fashion show inside the Adriano Marrey prison in Sao Paulo.
The mentally ill 29-year-old helped to die by Dutch doctors
In January Aurelia Brouwers drank poison supplied by a doctor and lay down to die. She was 29.
'I live in a church to prevent being deported'
For one woman in Colorado, her 14 months in sanctuary have taken a heavy toll.
Remembering Khensani Maseko who fought South African campus rape
Khensani Maseko, a student anti-rape activist, took her own life last week after she was allegedly raped.
India Assam: Will four million people really be deported?
All of them have been declared foreigners as part of a drive to identify illegal immigrants.
New Mexico kids 'trained to attack schools'
An armed man arrested at the remote desert compound was allegedly training children to use weapons.
Mudslide erupts in Swiss village
The torrent of mud in the Alpine village of Grugnay seemed to catch onlookers by surprise.
Anti-Christian Protesters in Canada Angry Over Chick-fil-A’s Toronto Expansion
America's favorite quick-service restaurant, Chick-fil-A, is expanding to Toronto next year, according to the restaurant’s president and COO Tim Tassopoulos. However, some locals are vowing to boycott the restaurant, arguing on social media the brand has “no place in Canada” and that it should “stay out.”
Skripal attack: US to sanction Russia over nerve agent poisoning
The US is to impose sanctions on Russia over the nerve agent attack on Sergei Skripal in the UK.
Iranian Cleric Launches Tirade Against Islamic Regime as Protesters Shout 'Death to Khamenei!'
An Islamic cleric in Iran has taken a bold step to oppose the hardline Islamic regime of his country.
Presidential regalia stolen from car in Bolivia
The historic presidential medal and sash were taken from a car in a red light district.
US beachgoers may have killed hundreds of protected birds
Holiday visitors moved eggs and scared away birds who were shielding their young from the Alabama sun.
From car chase to cow chase
A herd of cows provided Florida police with a "big assist" in capturing a suspect following a car chase.
Asma al-Assad: Syria's first lady treated for breast cancer
Born and raised in London, Syria's first lady is under sanctions because of the conflict.
Iran sanctions: US can't stop our oil exports, says minister
Iran's foreign minister says Donald Trump's sanctions plan will not work and mocks his "tantrums".
Spanish fighter jet accidentally fires missile over Estonia
Spain's defence ministry is investigating after a missile was mistakenly launched over Estonia.
Thai cave rescue: Coach and boys given citizenship
It emerged during their weeks-long ordeal that three of the boys and their coach were stateless.
Men rescued from flooded Toronto lift
Police rescued two men who were trapped in a flooding elevator with just one foot of air space left.
Why Pussy Riot crashed the World Cup final
Members of the group already served prison sentences for the stunt but could face further charges.
Migrant farmers strike in Italy after 16 road deaths
Labourers down tools shouting "we are not slaves" days after two crashes killed 16 migrant workers.
India funeral: Deadly stampede among Karunanidhi mourners
Two people die and 41 are injured in a crush of mourners for Chennai politician Muthuvel Karunanidhi.
Venezuela cracks down on opposition in wake of 'attack'
An opposition politician is arrested and moves are under way to lift the immunity of two lawmakers.
Ivanka Trump: Celebrities Instagram plea over family separation
Famous faces are calling on Donald Trump's daughter to act on migrant family separation.
Spanish grandson's doodles help grandma find phone numbers
Unable to read or write, Encarna Alés learnt to use her phone book thanks to her grandson's drawings.
Algerians go online to sell animals for Eid sacrifices
Sheep traders are using Facebook and online selling sites to avoid being robbed in the run up to major religious festival.
Lombok quake: Facebook 'regrets' earthquake balloons
The social network played a festive animation to Indonesian speakers posting about a tragedy.
Zimbabwe arrests MDC's Tendai Biti 'at Zambia border'
Police accuse Tendai Biti of inciting violence after the first polls since Robert Mugabe was ousted.
Russian music festival boycotted over 'military propaganda'
Tanks and weapons were on display at Nashestviye festival - a show some called “military propaganda”.
How a meeting he wasn't at could hurt Donald Trump
The US president said a meeting with Russian lawyers was to get dirt on Hillary Clinton.
US mid-term elections: Trump claims win in key Ohio vote
But media say the race for the House seat, an indicator to November's mid-terms, is too close to call.
Airbnb cancels Great Wall sleepover competition
The campaign promising a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity had a mixed reaction on Chinese social media.
Ex-world champion hurdler dies in crash
Kenya's former 400m hurdles world champion Nicholas Bett dies aged 28 in a car crash.
A charity made an 'ivory brand', and not everyone is happy
Ivory Lane Singapore was a luxury brand that sounded too controversial to be true, and it was.
Hailstorm kills two animals and injures 14 people at a zoo in Colorado
Two animals died and 14 people were injured after hailstones reported to be the size of baseballs hit a zoo in Colorado.
The Brooklyn scene you don't hear about
Black-owned businesses in Brooklyn are challenging the perception that gentrification has pushed out African American entrepreneurs.
How Tuna the dog charmed Instagram
Tuna, a Chihuahua-Dachshund mix, has 1.9 million followers on Instagram.
Malaysia ex-PM Najib charged with money laundering
The allegations add to earlier corruption charges as Mr Najib's dramatic fall from power continues.
Twitter will not ban InfoWars conspiracy theorist Alex Jones
The company's CEO says Alex Jones hasn't violated its rules, despite other tech giants dropping him.
Tokyo Medical University apologises for changing female exam scores
An investigation found the practice of marking down women and some men began more than a decade ago.
Iván Duque: Colombia's new president sworn into office
The president promises to unite the country and make changes to the controversial Farc peace deal.
Actress Kathleen Turner on Hollywood, sexism and rage
The legendary Hollywood actress is lauded by the internet for her frank interview about the industry.
Drought declared in entire state of New South Wales
"There isn't a person in New South Wales who isn't hoping to see some rain," its government says.
Zambia circus comes to London
Acrobat Charles Wulumu joined the circus aged seven, enabling him to travel and get an education.
South Ossetia: Russia pushes roots deeper into Georgian land
In 10 years Russia has wrenched South Ossetia away from Georgian influence.
Beijing Olympics 2008: A hope lost or fulfilled?
Ten years ago the Games energised a rising China, but do locals still feel a legacy of hope?
'A Voice for the Invisible Church': Covenant Christian Coalition Strives to Unite Churches as Jesus Prayed
A relatively new evangelical organization known as The Covenant Christian Coalition (CCC) is hoping to bring about interdenominational unity.
New Mexico: Police find young boy's remains at compound
Police were searching a compound where 11 children were found living in squalor on Sunday.
Argentina's former Vice-President Amado Boudou jailed for corruption
Once called the "first rock'n'roll vice-president", Amado Boudou now faces almost six years in jail.
Manafort team attacks 'secret life' of star witness Rick Gates
Rick Gates had an affair and told so many lies he cannot remember them all, lawyers tell the court.
TV network HGTV outbids pop star Lance Bass for Brady Bunch house
The Los Angeles home featured on the classic American sitcom will be restored "to its 1970s glory".
No going back in Argentina's abortion debate
The BBC's Katy Watson speaks to supporters and opponents of the abortion bill ahead of a key vote.
Eyeing big money in Nigerian music
Global music firms are seeing the money-making potential of Afrobeats stars.
How a Descendent of a Headhunter Says America Needs God's Word as Much as His Tribe
More and more Americans are ignoring the Word of God and creating a biblical literacy problem in the U.S. See how one Bible ministry group is working to change that.
Kansas shooting: Adam Purinton given three life sentences for hate crime
Adam Purinton said he shot two Indian men in a bar because he thought they were Iranian.
Ricardo Vilanova: Face to face with 'IS captors'
Spanish photojournalist Ricardo Vilanova meets two of the men accused of holding him hostage in Syria.
Summer's extreme weather captured
The last month has seen deadly wildfires, monsoon rains and droughts hit several countries.
Why Trump will keep his Hollywood star
West Hollywood votes to erase Mr Trump's name from the Walk of Fame, but it will probably stay put.
California wildfire will burn for the rest of August, say officials
The biggest fire in the state's history is engulfing an area almost the size of Los Angeles.
Trump Jr dismisses legal concerns over Russian lawyer meeting
The comments come after his father tweeted the 2016 meeting was "to get information on an opponent".
Elon Musk 'may take Tesla private'
Tesla boss Elon Musk has tweeted that he is considering de-listing the electric car company.
Greece to demolish 'illegal buildings' after wildfire
Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras plans to tackle building "chaos" after Greece's deadliest wildfire.
Saudi Arabia Yanks Thousands of Students Out of Canada Over Human Rights Dispute
Saudi Arabia is pulling thousands of Saudi students out of Canada in retaliation after a Canadian official criticized the country's human rights record. And it doesn't stop there.
Erdogan Claims CIA, Mossad Planning to Rescue US Pastor Andrew Brunson
Turkey's president claims the CIA and Mossad, Israel's national intelligence agency, are planning a rescue mission of American pastor Andrew Brunson.
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Europe heatwave: Thousands of fish die in Swiss Rhine
Authorities pull a tonne of dead fish from the Rhine as the heat causes oxygen levels to plummet.
Pentagon cracks down on soldiers' GPS tracking apps
The move comes after a fitness app revealed troop movements in Syria and Afghanistan.
Frankfurt airport: Security alert prompts flight delays
Flights are cancelled after a family got past security despite a positive test for explosives.
Indonesian woman 'held captive in cave for 15 years'
Indonesian police say the man took the girl when she was 13 and held her captive for sexual purposes.
Summer heat kills off Finland's mosquitoes
The unusually warm summer weather is ravaging insect pests, but unfortunately, other bugs are thriving.
The radical wordsmith who shook up Indian politics
The five-time chief minister of south India's Tamil Nadu state was a pioneer of political theatre.
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Syrian Orthodox Church Torched at Hands of Arsonist
Syrian Orthodox Christians' Church destroyed by arson's fire in Sweden.
China Launches Massive New Wave of Persecution Against Christians: 'There Is No Freedom at All'
A massive new wave of persecution of Christians has been taking place in China.
Zimbabwe police 'hunt for opposition MDC officials'
The nine opposition officials are accused of involvement in post-election violence, reports say.
India mourns political giant Karunanidhi
The 94-year-old was a political force in the southern state of Tamil Nadu for more than six decades.
Japan blue whale: Rare dead calf washed ashore on beach
Experts say it is the first time that the world's largest animal has been seen in Japan.
Great white shark surprises scientist
Greg Skomal was searching for the sharks off the coast of Massachusetts when one breached beneath his feet.
Arctic explorer's ship returns home after 100 years
Roald Amundsen's Arctic explorer finally returns to Norway, 100 years after it set out.
Will Novichok poison suspects face UK trial?
Significant progress has been made in the case but will Russia agree to extradite the suspects?
Shipwreck claim: Police probe Shinil Group over 'Russian treasure find'
South Korea's Shinil Group is accused of fraud after it claimed to have found a lost Russian ship.
Saudi Arabia develops ‘rate my sermon’ app
Authorities to design mobile app allowing worshippers to know if the preacher is likely to go on too long.
Iran sanctions: Trump warns trading partners
Anyone doing business with Iran will not be doing business with the US, the president says.
Facebook denies seeking users' bank data
The social media giant responds to reports that it was asking major banks for financial transaction data.
Ivory Coast ex-first lady Simone Gbagbo granted amnesty
Simone Gbagbo was serving a 20-year sentence for her role in the violence after the 2010 elections.
Peru poisoning: Eight die after eating 'contaminated' food at wake
The victims are believed to have eaten contaminated food at a gathering in the Ayacucho region.
Usain Bolt: Eight-time Olympic champion to train with Central Coast Mariners
Sprint legend Usain Bolt will join Central Coast Mariners for an "indefinite training period", the Australian club confirm.
How to fight a wildfire
With wildfires occurring across the globe, here are some of the techniques used to stop them.
Indonesia earthquake: Imam prays on as tremor rocks Bali mosque
A clip showing an imam continuing to pray as a Bali mosque is hit by an earthquake has gone viral.
German couple jailed for selling son to paedophiles on dark net
A court in Freiburg gives long jail terms to a couple who sold their son to paedophiles.
Serena Williams says motherhood struggles led to Rogers Cup withdrawal
Serena Williams says her withdrawal from the Rogers Cup in Canada came after feeling she was "in a funk" and "not a good mom".
California wildfire declared 'largest in state's history'
The Mendocino Complex Fire has surpassed state records, as firefighters tackle 16 major blazes.
Australia's population to hit 25 million for first time
The milestone has magnified debate about migration, as well as congestion in Melbourne and Sydney.
Police pull passenger from burning car in Atlanta
Body camera video shows police fighting to rescue a trapped passenger after a car crash in Georgia.
Ireland hockey heroes' tears at funding boost
Irish Sports Minister Shane Ross greets the Ireland women's hockey heroes at Dublin Airport by saying the sport will receive a "significant amount" of additional £1.34m funding for Olympic sport.
Iran sanctions: Rouhani condemns US 'psychological warfare'
As US sanctions come into effect, Iranian President Rouhani says the strategy "doesn't make sense".
Lombok quake: Rescuers search collapsed mosque for survivors
There are fears that people praying in the mosque were trapped when it collapsed in Sunday's quake.
Stranded whale rescued in Mexico
The fin whale had become beached on Isla Contoy near Cancun in Mexico.
Texas student poses with alligator in graduation snaps
Makenzie Noland, 21, has been working with the animals and wanted to pose with 14ft Big Tex.
Brazil closes border to Venezuela migrants
About 800 Venezuelans fleeing economic chaos have been crossing into Brazil each day.
US-Iran sanctions: What do they mean?
The US is implementing economic sanctions on Iran after pulling out of the nuclear deal, to what end?
Theo Jansen creates wind-powered 'strandbeests' that can walk
Theo Jansen creates 'strandbeests', beach animals which move using the power of the wind.
How Pope Francis became a movie star
The director of a documentary about the Pope says he hopes it won't just preach to the converted.
Cyber-attack! Would your firm handle it better than this?
There's a right way and a wrong way to deal with cyber-attack. How does this fictional company do?
Saudi Arabia suspends Toronto flights in row with Canada
It comes after Canada called for the release of women's rights activists, including Samar Badawi.
Europe heatwave: High temperatures but respite expected
As the heatwave affecting Europe continues, forecasters say a respite can be expected in some areas.
Letter from Africa: Did Mugabe's support backfire?
Brian Hungwe looks at Zimbabwe's election fallout for the opposition as it disputes the presidential poll results.
The details of life in a refugee camp
Photographer Tommy Trenchard captures small details that reflect the lives of refugees who have fled South Sudan.
Climate change: 'Hothouse Earth' risks even if CO₂ emissions slashed
Researchers warn that even limited climate warming could trigger conditions not seen in a million years.
Manafort trial: Star witness testifies against ex-Trump aide
Rick Gates is helping prosecutors against his former boss, the president's ex-campaign manager.
Bologna tanker truck explosion leaves two dead
Two trucks collide on a motorway in northern Italy, causing a fire which killed at least two people.
India floods: 'I'll have nothing if I leave my house'
500 people have died during India's monsoon season but farmer Biren Gogoi is refusing to leave his flooded home.
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These Pastors Are Changing the World for Jesus: 'This Group Can Move Mountains'
A new group is uniting "evangelicals and other Christian leaders" from around the world for the sake of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The Congress of Christian Leaders has unveiled its first group of board members prior to their first meeting to be held later this year.
Socialism Bombs: Maduro Dodges Deadly Drones as Venezuela Inflation Set to Hit 1M Percent
Officials at the International Monetary Fund are warning that the hyperinflation already devastating Venezuela is about to get worse.
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US to fully enforce reimposed Iran nuclear sanctions
President Trump says those who breach the nuclear-related sanctions risk "severe consequences".
So-called 'IS Beatles' El Shafee Elsheikh and Alexanda Kotey dispute extradition
Two Londoners accused of belonging to IS speak to the BBC's Quentin Sommerville from jail in Syria.
Italy road crash near Foggia kills 12 African farm labourers
A van packed with farm labourers collided head-on with a lorry in southern Italy.
Robert Redford says next film will be his last
Hollywood veteran Robert Redford says his next film will be the last movie in which he will act.
US senator's 'controversial' Russia talks
An American delegation meets Russian senators just days after US security chiefs said Russia was continuing efforts to undermine their democracy.
Dubai tourist racks up £36k in speeding fines in rented supercar
The British man broke the speed limit dozens of times in just a few hours in a rented Lamborghini.
Indra Nooyi: 'Everybody's watching you'
Departing PepsiCo boss Indra Nooyi is one of the world's most powerful corporate bosses.
Bologna crash: Tanker truck fireball kills two and injures dozens
Dozens were injured when it collided on a motorway bridge with a lorry carrying cars.
Indra Nooyi to step down as PepsiCo chief executive
Indra Nooyi, one of the world's most influential businesswomen, has held the job for 12 years.
Police seek teen who robbed a boy's lemonade stand
The teen is believed to have used a BB handgun to steal $17 from a nine-year-old boy, officials say.
Germany Wacken: Elderly men flee care home for festival
The ageing metalheads were discovered in the early hours of Saturday at a German metal festival.
Chicago appeals for help after dozens shot over weekend
Police in the US city appeal for help after more than 60 people are shot in one weekend.
Homes lost after mortgage computer bug
Wells Fargo, the third largest bank in the US, says it is planning to compensate those affected.
Iran nuclear deal: EU shields firms from US sanctions law
The EU moves to protect European firms from US sanctions linked to Iran's nuclear programme.
Christopher Robin: Winnie the Pooh film denied release in China
The bear has become a symbol of political resistance in the country after comparisons with President Xi.
Joel Robuchon, Michelin star French chef, dies aged 73
Joel Robuchon owned a dozen restaurants across three continents and once won 31 Michelin stars.
Tokyo 2020 Olympics: Japan debates daylight saving to avoid heat
Bringing the clock forward two hours could prevent Tokyo 2020 athletes competing in blistering heat.
Facebook, iTunes and Spotify drop InfoWars
Apple removes hundreds of episodes, saying that it "does not tolerate hate speech".
Arsène Tchakarian: French Resistance fighter dies aged 101
President Macron called Arsène Tchakarian a hero "whose voice resonated strongly to the very end".
Lombok quake: Thousands evacuated after dozens die on Indonesia island
Witnesses speak of chaos and terror, as more than 90 people die on the island of Lombok.
Bangladesh protests: How a traffic accident stopped a city of 18 million
Two children were killed by a speeding bus, prompting mass student-led protests in Bangladesh.
Diddy lived with the Amish and milked cows as a child
The rap mogul reveals he spent a "beautiful" summer in an Amish community when he was young.
HSBC 'cautiously optimistic' about growth despite trade tensions
HSBC says Asian economies are robust despite the growth of trade tariffs as it reports profit rise.
The extraordinary year of three popes in 1978
A look back at the dramatic events that saw three different popes over three months in 1978.
Santa Ana plane crash: Five dead as plane hits car park
A small plane has crashed into a parking lot in Santa Ana, California, killing everyone on board.
Lombok earthquake: Expert warns of strong aftershocks in Indonesia
An Indonesian geologist warns of strong aftershocks following the latest Lombok earthquake.
In pictures: Expelled for being gay
Six Brazilian homosexuals speak to photographer Nayara Leite about rejection by their families.
Hydropower dams: What's behind the global boom?
Developing economies around the world are investing in hydropower.
The tea rooms that brought Mackintosh back to life
One woman's mission to take the designer's famous Willow Tea Rooms back to its glory days.
'If you go big, someone will be jealous'
How the co-founder of Fantastic Services shook up the "chaotic" home services market.
How to halt a cough-syrup addiction
Five ways a BBC investigation sparked reform in Nigeria's pharmaceutical industry against legal highs.
Sargassum: The seaweed deluge hitting Caribbean shores
Sargassum, a type of seaweed, is creating problems as it washes up across the Caribbean.
Australia backlash over far-right figure's TV interview
Sky News Australia says it was "wrong" to give airtime to a far-right figure with a criminal past.
Saudi Arabia freezes Canada trade ties, recalls envoy
It comes after Canada criticised the arrest of campaigners including female activist Samar Badawi.
Trump admits son met Russian for information on opponent
It is his most direct comment so far on the purpose of Trump Jr's talks with a Kremlin-linked lawyer.
Singer Demi Lovato speaks out after suspected overdose
The US pop star, who was taken to hospital for a suspected drug overdose, promised to "keep fighting".
Hong Kong artist photographs city's tram system
Artist Irene Flanhardt is a big fan of the region's "antique" transport system.
Bonds of brotherhood behind bars in US
Brian Frank has focused a large part of his career on documenting the dynamics of prison life in the US.
US police find 11 starving children in New Mexico compound
Police searched the site after receiving a message that said: "We are starving and need food and water."
Greece wildfires: Emergency chiefs replaced
Police and fire bosses are replaced as criticism grows over government handling of the fires.
Lombok earthquake: Moment the quake struck caught on camera
The moment an earthquake struck the Indonesian island of Lombok has been filmed.
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Powerful Quake Hits Indonesia’s Lombok Island; at Least 39 Dead
MATARAM, Indonesia (AP) — A strong earthquake struck the Indonesian tourist island of Lombok on Sunday, killing at least 39 people and shaking neighboring Bali, one week after another quake on Lombok killed more than a dozen.
South Sudan government and rebels sign peace deal
The power-sharing agreement aims at ending a civil war, but previous efforts have failed.
Venezuela head vengeful over 'drone attack'
The Venezuelan president's reaction to an apparent assassination bid prompts fears of a new crackdown.
Syrian conflict: Government scientist killed in blast
Aziz Asber was in charge of a centre linked by Western intelligence agencies to chemical weapons.
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Australia's Turnbull: 'Now we are the land of droughts'
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has announced new measures to help farmers affected by the drought.
Huge Indonesia earthquake rocks Lombok island
It comes a week after another earthquake struck the same holiday island of Lombok, killing at least 16.
Senegal star 'racially abused' in China
Senegal striker Demba Ba is the victim of alleged racial abuse in a Chinese Super League game, according to his Shanghai Shenhua manager Wu Jingui.
Venezuela’s Maduro: Drone Attack was Attempt to Kill Him
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro dodged an apparent assassination attempt when drones armed with explosives detonated while he was delivering a speech to hundreds of soldiers being broadcast live on television, officials said.
Switzerland crash: Twenty dead as WW2 plane crash
A vintage plane crashes into a Swiss mountainside while on a sightseeing tour.
Bangladesh violence: Armed men attack US envoy's cars amid protests
The US ambassador's convoy is attacked by armed men while teens continue to protest for road safety.
Portland police arrest four in far-right rally and counter-protest
Police used stun grenades to disperse rallies as far-right groups were met by counter-protesters.
Lady Gaga has apologised for speaking 'too soon' over 'Zombie Boy' death
Lady Gaga has said she's sorry for referring to the death of 'Zombie Boy' Rick Genest as a suicide.
Nato soldiers killed in Afghan suicide bombing
Three foreign soldiers have died after being targeted while on a foot patrol in eastern Afghanistan.
Venezuela 'drone attack': Soldiers seen running
Footage of the event shows Venezuela's president looking up, startled, and dozens of soldiers running.
Actor Steven Seagal made special US-Russia envoy
The action film star, who was granted Russian citizenship in 2016, is to improve ties with the US.