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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Julie Bishop resigns as Australia's foreign minister
Julie Bishop says she has quit as foreign minister as new PM Scott Morrison shapes his cabinet.
Meet an ivory trafficker's 'worst nightmare'
A new technique is helping turn dogs at one Kenyan port into super-sniffers.
War hero, maverick, political titan
The Arizona senator and Vietnam veteran was a towering figure in US public life for decades.
The key moments in John McCain's life
In many ways, John McCain's life reflected the history of the 20th Century.
Where men cut their skin to resemble crocodiles
In Papua New Guinea, on the western half of the world's second-biggest island, traditional rituals still survive.
Asian Games: India's elderly bridge players aim for glory
Two pensioners hope to win a medal as their sport debuts at the 2018 Asian Games.
Finding a solution to Canada's Indigenous water crisis
Has a British Columbia First Nations found a way to tackle long-term drinking water advisories?
US Senator John McCain dies aged 81
John McCain, Vietnam war hero turned senator and presidential candidate, has died aged 81.
Costa Rica march in solidarity with Nicaraguan migrants
The event was held after an anti-migrant demonstration a week ago ended in clashes and many arrests.
Can a referendum root out corruption in Colombia?
Colombians are being asked to cast their vote on whether to bring in tougher anti-corruption measures.
KSI vs Logan Paul: YouTube boxing fight ends in a draw
KSI and Logan Paul took their online rivalry into the boxing ring in a much-hyped bout.
Turkey police fire tear gas at mothers' protest
Officials said the regular sit-in to remember disappeared sons was promoted by a banned group.
Italy migrant row: UN calls for 'urgent' end to ship stand-off
A group have been stuck in a Sicilian port for almost a week amid a EU row on who will accept them.
WHAT DARK SECRETS ARE THE ALIENS ARE TRYING TO TELL US? - SETI Signal Simulator Gameplay
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Zimbabwe election: Opposition rejects court ruling on result
Nelson Chamisa dismisses a ruling backing President Emmerson Mnangagwa as the winner of the vote.
Papal visit: Pope speaks out on Catholic Church abuse
Pope Francis and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar addressed the child sex abuse scandal in the Catholic church.
Why Nordic countries might not be as happy as you think
A new report aims to paint a truer picture of life inside some of the world's happiest countries.
Yellowstone National Park: Boy, 10, survives grizzly bear attack
The bear is thought to have been protecting its cub but the boy escaped with minor injuries.
WE FOUND THEM! The Truth is Out There! - Searching for Alien Life - Signal Simulator Gameplay
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Pope Says He Shares Outrage Over Clergy Abuse Cover-Up
Pope Francis said at the start of a visit to Ireland on Saturday that he shares the outrage of rank-and-file Catholics over the failure of church authorities to punish the “repugnant crimes” of priests who raped and molested children.
US North Korea visit: China says Trump criticism is 'irresponsible'
Beijing angrily denies the US leader's charge it is not helping on N Korea due to trade tensions.
YouTuber McSkillet among three dead in 'wrong way' crash
Gamer McSkillet, 18, was driving his McLaren in wrong lane at 100mph near San Diego, witnesses say.
Curtis Harper walks out of bout with Efe Ajagba in pay protest
American boxer Curtis Harper leaves the ring at the sound of the opening bell in protest over pay for facing Efe Ajagba.
Venezuela migrant crisis: Peru tightens border controls
New passport rules come into force as South American states struggle to contain a refugee crisis.
Abandoned tiger and lion cubs frolic with puppies at Beijing zoo
Tiger and lion cubs are pictured alongside golden retriever puppies after they were raised together.
Prince death: Singer's family sues doctor over opioid addiction
A lawsuit alleges the star's doctor failed to give him proper treatment for an opioid addiction.
Rohingya refugees protest against Myanmar crackdown anniversary
More than 700,000 refugees fled Myanmar after it launched a crackdown on the Muslim minority.
Serena Williams: French Open bans 'superhero' catsuit from next year
Serena Williams will be banned from wearing her black catsuit at the French Open from next year, with the tournament set to introduce a stricter dress code.
From slavery to Windrush: My family's story
One family's past reveals Windrush was about more than the politics of immigration.
The nine-year-old Kenyan artist painting from the heart
Sheillah Sheldone Charles draws, models, and is a designer. And she's just nine years old.
Why is there a measles outbreak in Europe?
Thirty-seven deaths have been recorded from the disease already this year.
Tesla abandons Elon Musk's plan to delist company
The electric car maker's share price dropped 20% since Elon Musk said he wanted to take it private.
Jean-Pierre Bemba 'cannot run for DRC president'
Jean-Pierre Bemba is deemed ineligible to stand just months after being released from prison.
Flood victims face snake alert in Kerala
Authorities in the south Indian state say a large number of snakes may be hiding in flooded homes.
Venezuela nears 'Mediterranean crisis point'
UN officials issued stark warnings as neighbouring countries seek to stem to the flow of migrants.
Papal visit: Pope Francis to begin two-day Irish visit
Pope Francis arrives in the Republic of Ireland later for the country's first papal visit for 39 years.
Could a porn star payment bring down Trump?
The president's former personal lawyer Michael Cohen says Mr Trump instructed him to make the payments.
Rohingya girls in danger: Teenage bride, missing daughter, sex worker
The stories of three young women from a Rohingya refugee camp in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh.
Uganda's Bobi Wine crisis: The president and the pop star
Afrobeats MP Bobi Wine is shaking the political establishment in Uganda, where Yoweri Museveni has been leader for decades.
Obituary: Chicha Mariani and the 42-year search for her grandchild
Chicha Mariani, who died this week, had still hoped to find the granddaughter seized in 1976.
My first week as a BBC Venezuela correspondent
Between a new currency and an earthquake, it's been a busy week for BBC Mundo's Guillermo Olmo.
Canada's 'most racist city' makes a comeback
Four years ago, the death of an indigenous teenager put Winnipeg on the map for all the wrong reasons. Not any more.
North Korea visit: Trump calls off Pompeo's trip
US secretary of state won't visit North Korea, due to "insufficient progress" on denuclearisation.
US to cut $200m aid to Gaza and West Bank
The decision was made on US President Donald Trump's orders, a State Department official says.
Kerala floods: 'My daughter was my world'
Jolly lost her daughter and mother-in-law when their home collapsed due to flooding in Kerala.
'Latin America want to avoid a migrant crisis like Europe'
The UNHCR explains how countries in Latin America have taken positive steps to welcome Venezuelans.
Bear roams 'The Shining' hotel in Colorado
A bear was filmed going through the lobby of the hotel that inspired Stephen King's classic horror novel in Colorado.
Germany fire: Firefighters battle huge Berlin forest blaze
German fire crews are fighting to extinguish a forest fire the size of 500 football pitches.
UN condemnation after 22 children killed in Yemen strike
The incident comes weeks after 40 children were killed in another Saudi-led strike on a bus.
New York luxury high-rise gunman turns himself in
Police conducted a weeklong manhunt for the suspect, who is not believed to have any criminal record.
Somália joins al-Shabab - the football club
Brazilian player Somália's decision to join Saudi side Al-Shabab FC has raised eyebrows.
Yes, Antarctica has a fire department
Yes, Antarctica has (and needs) a fire department. Megan Branson spent three seasons there as a fire-fighter/paramedic.
Africa's week in pictures: 17-23 August 2018
A selection of the best photos from across Africa and of Africans elsewhere this week.
Senator John McCain discontinuing cancer treatment
The senator has been battling cancer for over a year and has now decided to cease treatment.
Trump Organization financial chief Weisselberg 'given immunity'
Trump Organization finance boss, Allen Weisselberg, gets legal immunity in the Michael Cohen probe.
Australia: A history of political coups
Four Australian PMs have been ousted in the last decade - will new PM Scott Morrison survive?
BBC's James Cook, North America correspondent, hit by tree during report
The BBC's James Cook had a lucky escape after a tree hit him as he gave a radio report.
Zimbabwe court upholds President Mnangagwa's election win
Zimbabwe's Constitutional Court has ruled that President Mnangagwa lawfully won last month's poll.
Ebola treatment challenged by DR Congo rebel activity
Insecurity round the town of Oicha presents a "dreaded" scenario, the World Health Organization says.
South Africa Zuma inquiry: Gupta 'threatened to kill' over bribe offer
Judges are investigating allegations that the wealthy Gupta family gave orders to ex-President Zuma.
Diciotti: Rice ball protest in Italian migrant boat row
The eye-catching gesture to welcome migrants trapped on a ship clashes with anti-immigration hashtags.
KSI v Logan Paul boxing match: What do real fighters think about it?
Tyson Fury has a few thoughts about the upcoming boxing match between KSI and Logan Paul.
Four reasons why Australian politics is so crazy
Revenge, coups, backstabbing, front stabbing - why is Australian politics such a bloodbath?
Spain paves way to remove Franco remains from mausoleum
The government decrees that the fascist dictator's remains should be removed from a giant mausoleum.
Japan's first woman fighter pilot to blaze a trail in skies
An end to a ban on women in the air force means Misa Matsushima can fulfil a childhood Top Gun dream.
Belgium shop fined for discriminating against male job-seeker
A Belgian man gets damages after a clothes shop told him it wanted a woman stock manager.
Yemen war: Saudi coalition war crimes investigation 'not credible'
The Saudi-led coalition is accused of failing to properly investigate claims of war crimes in Yemen.
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.
Woman sues US border agents over seized iPhone
Photos of the woman "in a state of undress" were stored on the phone.
Adam Catzavelos apologises for racist South African rant
He said such "stupid comments" hampered the healing of racial tensions and caused "unspeakable pain".
Asian Games 2018: China's Wang Shanshan scores nine goals in one game
Wang Shanshan nets a hat-trick of hat-tricks in less than half an hour as a substitute for China against Tajikistan at the Asian Games.
How 'ScoMo' took Australia's top political job
A religious conservative, Scott Morrison is a pragmatist who appeals to the moderate wing of his party.
Russia trolls 'spreading vaccination misinformation' to create discord
Troll accounts that tried to influence the US election also tweeted about vaccines, a study says.
Leo Varadkar glad Church is 'less dominant' in Ireland
The Irish PM hopes the first papal visit to his country for 40 years will be the start of a new chapter.
LOL! Procter & Gamble wants to trademark LOL
The household products company P&G may want to overhaul its brand portfolio to clean up with millennials.
Australians react with horror and humour amidst political chaos
Losing a PM in yet another internal battle for power has caused frustration and anger for many.
No alcohol safe to drink, global study confirms
The researchers say that the health risks of drinking outweigh any possible benefits.
Hurricane Lane: Hawaii hit by flooding and landslides as storm nears
Hurricane Lane approaches bringing torrential rain, as residents are warned to "hunker down".
Malcolm Turnbull: How the party turned on Australia's PM
Malcolm Turnbull is no longer Australia's PM after his party ousted him - where did it go wrong?
Pope's Ireland visit: 'Church has fallen over a cliff'
Abuse survivor Marie Collins wants to hear a clear plan of action on dealing with clerical sex abuse.
Malcolm Turnbull's party ousts him as Australia PM
Scott Morrison will be Australia's new PM after Malcolm Turnbull was forced out by party rivals,
IS attacks have 'reawakened our tragedy'
Druze families in Golan Heights are struggling with the separation from relatives suffering in Syria.
'After 37 years I caught my brother's killer on Facebook'
Three decades after her brother's brutal murder, one Oxfordshire woman found his killer - on Facebook.
Reunited at last: The friends who escaped China's Cultural Revolution
How two childhood friends who were separated for more than 50 years came to find each other again.
The heroic Indian teens who conquered Everest
Their families could barely afford milk or meat – but they trained themselves to scale the mountain.
When the Soviets waged war on booze
In 1985 Communist authorities restricted the sale of alcohol in the USSR to fight rising addiction.
After the Flood: Christian Groups Help Victims Long-Term after Devastating Natural Disaster
Historic flooding in India leaves hundreds dead and a million people homeless. See what ministries on the ground are experiencing as they mobilize to help flood victims.
Kalashnikov's CV-1 electric car touted as Russia's answer to Tesla
Kalashnikov's electric CV-1 is described as a "cutting-edge supercar" styled on a 1970s hatchback.
Drug tunnel ran from old KFC in Arizona to Mexico bedroom
The 600ft (180m) passageway ended at a trap door under a bed in a home in Mexico, say US officials.
Ex-Argentina president Cristina Fernández de Kirchner's houses raided
Cristina Fernández de Kirchner's properties are being searched as part of a corruption investigation.
Mollie Tibbetts: Iowa student killed by 'sharp force injuries'
Mollie Tibbetts' death while jogging in Iowa this month was a homicide, a medical examiner says.
Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist Ed King dies
The guitarist, who co-wrote the hit song Sweet Home Alabama, died at home in Nashville, Tennessee.
Canada MP Maxime Bernier quits Conservatives to form new party
Quebec politician Maxime Bernier has been attacking PM Justin Trudeau's "extreme multiculturalism".
Coffee drone with tiredness detector patented
Drones could tell when people are tired and lower a coffee on an "unspooling string", IBM suggests.
ISIS Leader Reemerges, Now He's Taunting America over Captive US Pastor Brunson
The head of the jihadist terror group known as ISIS or Islamic State says growing tensions between the United States and Turkey over the fate of American pastor Andrew Brunson shows that America's influence and power are diminishing around the world.
Jeff Sessions: US attorney general hits back at Trump
Jeff Sessions insists the justice department he heads will not bend to political pressure.
Reality Winner: NSA contractor sentenced to five years over leak
Reality Winner, 26, is jailed for 63 months after releasing a secret report on Russian hacking.
Austria rejects 'girlish' Iraqi asylum seeker
The 27-year-old said he was gay, but asylum officials reportedly said his behaviour was "unbelievable".
US school faces backlash after black student's 'unnatural hair' criticised
A girl leaving a US school because of hair braids has led to discussion about black people's hair.
Ridicule for Russia's newest robot, Igorek
Kalashnikov, the company behind the AK-47 rifle, reveal their latest machine in Moscow.
Arsène Wenger gets hero's welcome in Liberia
Liberian President George Weah is to honour the former Arsenal coach with the country's highest honour.
Terror Attack or Not? Mentally Ill Man Who Glorified Terrorism Goes on Stabbing Spree
A man launched a deadly knife attack near Paris, France and the Islamic State swiftly claimed responsibility.
BA and Air France to stop flights to Iran next month
The airlines say they will stop flying to Iran next month as the route is "not commercially viable".
Space pictures show hurricane heading to Hawaii
Residents in Hawaii are preparing for what could be the worst hurricane to hit the islands in decades.
President Trump: Is the South African government seizing farmers' land?
President Trump has asked his secretary of state to look at the issue.
Venezuelans rush to Peru to beat passport deadline
From Saturday, Peru will require that Venezuelans entering their country have valid passports.
Ukraine crisis: Five soldiers killed in clashes in east
Pro-Russian separatists were trying to take over observation posts, Ukraine's defence ministry says.
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe: Iran grants temporary release
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, who was jailed in Iran after being accused of spying, is temporarily freed.
Ben Affleck 'enters rehab for alcohol addiction'
US media say the Batman star is seeking treatment for alcohol addiction for a third time.
Pope in Ireland: Two-day itinerary
The two-day itinerary for the Pope, ahead of the first papal visit to the Republic of Ireland in almost 40 years.
Eye tracking creates infinite space in virtual reality
The virtual reality system allows you to explore without bumping into objects in the real world.
Trump: Impeach me and the market crashes
US president responds to speculation he might be impeached for alleged election finance violations.
Dresden protest: German police in Pegida far-right row
A protester who told police to stop reporters filming has been exposed as a police employee.
Russia says 63,000 troops have seen combat in Syria
A defence ministry video reveals the extent of Russia's military involvement in the war in Syria.
Paris knife attack: Man 'kills mother and sister' in suburb street
The man also wounded a third person before being shot dead by police.
South Africa rejects Donald Trump's tweet on farmer killings
The US leader asked his secretary of state to look into "land seizures" and the "killing of farmers".
Paris airport brawl rappers Booba and Kaaris freed on bail
Rappers Booba and Kaaris were arrested after a fight in an airport departure lounge.
Asia Argento's accuser Jimmy Bennett speaks out
Actor Jimmy Bennett says he was "ashamed and afraid" when the story came out.
Venezuela crisis: 'We never thought it would come to this'
Two Venezuelans in Brazil say despite losing everything in clashes on the border they are determined to stay.
Container ship to break the ice on Russian Arctic route
A Danish ship sailing from Vladivostok is the first container ship to tackle the Arctic sea route.
Cave girl was half Neanderthal, half Denisovan
Genetic detective work gives a rare insight into the liaisons of early humans living 50,000 years ago.
Uganda's Bobi Wine: Charges against star MP 'dropped'
Global stars had called for the release of Bobi Wine, who had been due in a military court.
Huawei and ZTE handed 5G network ban in Australia
Australia bans the Chinese technology giants from providing kit for its forthcoming 5G networks.
Hong Kong doctor 'killed wife and daughter using gas-filled yoga ball'
Hong Kong prosecutors say an anaesthetist killed his wife and daughter using carbon monoxide.
Chinese tourists flock to North Yorkshire chippy
Coachloads of tourists are turning up at Scotts Fish and Chips near York every week.
Ubang: The Nigerian village where men and women speak different languages
In Ubang, a small farming community in southern Nigeria, men and women have different lexicons.
How Venezuela's crisis developed and drove out millions of people
A closer look at why Venezuela's economy is falling apart and forcing millions of its people out.
The black man who took on the Klan
How one black detective managed to dupe Colorado's white supremacists.
Trump: Hush payments came from me but were not a campaign violation
The president contradicts his ex-lawyer about payments made to two women over alleged affairs.
Malcolm Turnbull: Australia PM faces second leadership challenge
'Malcolm Turnbull's position appears fragile as party rivals say he has lost their support.
Trade wars: US set to impose fresh tariffs on China
Both countries are expected to unveil tariffs on imports in the latest salvo of their trade war.
Nigeria's male and female languages
In Nigeria's rural Ubang community, men and women speak different languages.
The memes that might get you jailed in Russia
Why sharing a meme could get you put in prison for six years in Russia.
'I don't care if Trump paid off a porn star'
News that two of Donald Trump's former advisers are facing jail was nothing short of an August apocalypse in political circles in Washington DC, but to the president's core supporters it's just a distraction from the good work he's doing.
Drastic new security measures in US schools
Many schools are introducing new tactics to try to prevent shootings - but do they have any chance of keeping pupils safe?
Ahmadi Muslims risk arrest to perform the Hajj pilgrimage
Saudi Arabia bans Ahmadi Muslims from entry to the country which means they risk arrest or deportation.
American Bishop Says There’s a ‘Homosexual Subculture’ Within Catholic Leadership
In a stunning letter published over the weekend, a major U.S. bishop claimed there’s a “homosexual subculture” within the leadership of the Catholic Church.
‘Why, God, Did You Not Kill Me the Moment I Believed?’: A Former Muslim Comes to Terms With What it Means to Follow Jesus
Nabeel Qureshi, an American Christian speaker who converted from Islam and served as a speaker with Ravi Zacharias International Ministries prior to his death from stomach cancer in 2017, is the author of the book “Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus.” The article below is adapted from that book, which first came out in 2014. A third edition of the book, expanded to include new bonus content and reflections, has just been released.
Islamic State: 'New audio' of leader Al-Baghdadi released
It is the first audio recording purporting to come from the IS leader since last September.
The Big Bang Theory final season to end in 2019
The show's last season will end next year, ending one of the longest-running sitcoms in US history.
Rebuilding and Forgiving After ISIS: 'In the Name of Jesus Christ Everything is Possible'
For over 2000 years, Nineveh Plains was the historical homeland of Chaldean, Syriac and Assyrian Christians. ISIS emptied it within days.
Nato-Russia: Putin and Nato trade barbs over troops
Nato says its actions are "defensive" after Putin accuses it of moving forces closer to Russia.
Chris Martin and Damon Albarn campaign to free Uganda's Bobi Wine
A petition condemns Afrobeats MP Bobi Wine's "vicious" treatment in custody after his arrest last week.
Israel advances plans for 1,000 new West Bank settler homes
Final approval for construction is give for 380 homes, while 620 more clear an earlier planning stage.
Mollie Tibbetts murder: Suspect 'forgot dead jogger in car'
A Mexican immigrant claims to black out after trailing his victim as she jogged.
Trump-Russia inquiry: 'Where is the collusion?'
In a defiant mood, Mr Trump denies again that there was any collusion with Russia to get him elected.
Xiaomi's Poco F1 phone threatens a price war
The Poco F1 features the latest Snapdragon processor and a larger-than-normal battery.
Saudi Arabia has called off Aramco float, report suggests
Saudi Arabia is reported to have cancelled the listing of shares in state oil giant Aramco.
Fifa corruption: Brazil's Jose Maria Marin jailed for four years
A former head of Brazil's football association has been jailed for four years for corruption.
California wildfires: Verizon throttled data during crisis
Verizon admits it should not have cut data speeds to a command-and-control vehicle.
Chloe Grace Moretz: 'My brothers tried to pray the gay away'
Chloe Grace Moretz's new film tackles the controversial issue of gay conversion therapy.
Burned down house in Vancouver priced at $3m
A house destroyed by fire is listed at $3m in Vancouver's scorching property market.
Pope Begs Forgiveness for Sex Abuse Scandal: 'We Showed No Care for the Little Ones'
Pope Francis says 'never again' as he addresses sex abuse scandal in the Catholic Church - calling it a crime.
Illegal Majorca turtle farm shut down by police
Spanish police rescue 1,100 turtles from what they say was Europe's biggest illegal turtle farm.
Sweden rape: Most convicted attackers foreign-born, says TV
Swedish national TV says 58% of men convicted of rape in the past five years were born abroad.
Hurricane Lane: Hawaii braces for category four storm
Only four named storms have made landfall in Hawaii since 1959, and only two were hurricanes.
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Nicky Verstappen: Suspect named in Dutch boy's 1998 death
Nicky Verstappen was 11 years old when he died on a trip 20 years ago - now police have a suspect.
Michael Cohen: Trump ex-lawyer 'happy' to aid Russia probe
Michael Cohen's personal lawyer says his client is "more than happy" to help the Russia inquiry.
Saudi Arabia 'seeks death penalty for woman activist'
Israa al-Ghomgham is said to be the first Saudi woman to possibly face the death penalty for her work.
South African man sacked after viral racist rant
He said in a video that it was "heaven on earth" as there were no black people on the beach.
Argentina crematorium burns Russian cocaine haul
A huge cocaine stash - 389kg worth £72m - had been hidden at Russia's Buenos Aires embassy.
eSwatini stands by Taiwan despite Chinese pressure
eSwatini says it will maintain relations with Taiwan after China seeks diplomatic ties.
Rome fountain strippers sought by Italy police
The two men were filmed laughing and joking in their underpants in the fountain at a Rome monument.
Two men and a woman arrested over $75,000 attempted robbery
A woman was critically injured after she and her husband tried to keep hold of her handbag.
New tech lets submarines 'email' planes
It is currently very difficult for submerged submarines to send messages to planes.
Slaughtered pigs outnumber Spanish population
The country's public are concerned pig farming may increasingly be hogging local resources.
More protection needed for Chinese pangolins
Pangolins should be considered top priority for conservation in China, say scientists studying their decline.
Freaky Friday actress Barbara Harris dies aged 83
Barbara Harris, who died of lung cancer, was known for her roles in films Freaky Friday and Family Plot.
Austrian baker caught speeding 42 days in a row on same road
The baker was unaware he was speeding - until he received dozens of tickets from the same camera.
In pictures: Bird Photographer of the Year
These vibrant pink flamingos triumphed over pictures of diving gannets and hungry robins.
Crazy Rich Asians author Kevin Kwan 'dodged Singapore national service'
Kevin Kwan, the writer behind the hit film, never reported for his mandatory duty , say officials.
Australian drought: Muslims hold Eid event to pray for rain
Tens of thousands gathered in Sydney to pray for an end to a worsening drought across Australia.
Uber to pay $1.9m for sexual harassment claims
The payout will cover former and current employees who allege sexual harassment and discrimination.
Post Malone hits out at trolls who 'wished death' after plane drama
The rapper also thanks fans for their prayers after his jet was forced to make an emergency landing.
Venezuela crisis: Why has 7% of the population fled the country?
Millions of Venezuelans have left their country since 2014, spurred on by hyper-inflation and food shortages.
Facebook and Twitter remove accounts linked to Russia and Iran campaigns
The social media giants say they have shut down hundreds of accounts linked to Russia and Iran.
Kerala floods: A million in camps and thousands stranded
As the monsoon rains begin to ease, a huge relief and clean-up continues in the Indian state.
Malcolm Turnbull: PM loses ministers in leadership battle
Malcolm Turnbull is facing a growing party divide which has thrown Australian politics into upheaval.
Will Donald Trump remain bulletproof?
The US president has survived numerous body blows, but will he shrug off the latest courtroom dramas?
'I Am Forgiven and Forever Set Free': Global LGBT Activist Abandons Lifestyle, Surrenders to Jesus
Internationally renowned LGBT activist Val Kalende has publicly denounced her lesbian lifestyle and says God completely transformed her with his love.
Attacks on cash handling vehicles surge in South Africa
Driving cash-handling vehicles is seen as one of the most dangerous jobs in South Africa.
Foreign Secretary defends UK-Saudi ties after Yemen bus deaths
Jeremy Hunt added that the UK's relationship with Saudi Arabia "stops bombs going off on the streets of Britain".
Migrant crisis: 'I climb into lorries three times a day'
Police in a small French fishing port say hundreds of migrants are risking their lives every day to try and get to England.
Cricket is tackling sexism in India's schools
Cricket and dance are being combined in a project challenging gender stereotypes in rural India
In pictures: ‘This is the Sudan I want to show’
Sudanese photographer Ola Alsheikh shares her favourite shots from her hometown, Khartoum.
Understanding The Unlikely Radical Alliances Spreading Anti-Semitism Today
Radical Muslims are focused on destroying and delegitimizing Israel – the historic homeland of the Jewish People — and they fan the flames of antisemitism wherever they can.
LazyTown's 'Robbie Rotten' actor Stefan Karl Stefansson dies
Stefan Karl Stefansson, 43, played the children's programme villain for ten years.
Indonesia Sends Woman to Prison for Blasphemy, and the Reason Will Stun You
An Indonesian court has sentenced a woman who complained about a noisy mosque to 18 months in prison for blasphemy.
Paul Manafort found guilty of tax fraud
Ex-Trump campaign chief Paul Manafort guilty of tax fraud charges but jury fails to reach verdict on 10 other counts.
Venezuela 'paralysed' by launch of sovereign bolivar currency
Businesses close and streets empty as President Maduro's new currency causes uncertainty.
A lawyer at 61: Why it's never too late to switch careers
As Usain Bolt attempts a high-profile career switch, the BBC spoke to others who have changed jobs.
They Still Believe in Santa Claus, so Can They Really Decide on Experimental Fertility Surgery?
Conservatives and Christians in the United Kingdom react to the idea of giving medical advice on fertility treatment to "gender-confused" children.
Ex-Trump lawyer Michael Cohen 'strikes plea deal'
The former Trump lawyer is expected to appear in a Manhattan court on Tuesday afternoon.
Star Wars: Kelly Marie Tran 'won't be marginalised' by abuse
Kelly Marie Tran - Rose Tico in The Last Jedi - condemns sexist and racist abuse she faced online.
Spain knifeman shot dead in Barcelona was 'gay and suicidal'
The man shot dead as he attacked a police station was gay and contemplating suicide, reports reveal.
Jihad Kiddie Parade? Indonesian Officials Defend Kindergarteners with Guns
Indonesian officials have defended a street parade that involved veiled kindergarteners carrying replica weapons, with police saying they will arrest the person who uploaded a video of the event to Facebook.
US Deports 95-year-old Nazi War Crimes Suspect to Germany
Jakiw Palij, 95, admitted he falsely claimed to be a farmer and factory worker during World War II to gain entry into the United States 25 years ago.
Asia Argento: #MeToo figurehead denies sexual assault of minor
The Italian actress and #MeToo leader denies sexually assaulting actor Jimmy Bennett when he was 17.
Italy floods: Girl, 8, rescued after deadly flash flood
A little girl with hypothermia was among 23 people saved from flash floods in Calabria.
Christopher Steele: Defamation case against dossier author dismissed
A US judge rules that Russian oligarchs had sued to silence Christopher Steele.
Bobi Wine protests: Uganda army sorry over beating journalists
Soldiers were caught on film hitting a photographer covering a protest over the arrest of an MP.
Nigeria police arrest traditional priest after laying curse
The traditional priest placed a curse on those accused of links to a Nigerian church attack.
Mollie Tibbetts: Body feared to be missing Iowa jogger
College student Mollie Tibbetts was last seen jogging last month near her home in Brooklyn, Iowa.
Usain Bolt 'out of comfort zone' as he trains to be a footballer
On his 32nd birthday, Usain Bolt trained for the first time with A-League club Central Coast Mariners.
The VMA Awards: 'I had a baby...and now I'm still winning awards'
Here are the highlights of a few of the night's big winners.
Bolt trains for first time with A-League club
Watch eight-time Olympic champion Usain Bolt train for the first time with A-League club Central Coast as he bids to become a professional footballer.
Denmark to tag wild wolves after shooting row
Denmark will tag its wolf population to track their movements and reassure the public.
Aerial photos reveal the stark divide between rich and poor
Striking drone images from South Africa, Mexico and India show shacks next to affluent suburbs.
10,000 Turn to Christ at SoCal Harvest, 425,000 Join in Despite Bible Billboard Ban
"Our state and our country need a spiritual awakening, and that starts right here, right now, with us. The last great revival in our country began in California, and we say, 'Lord, do it again!'" Pastor Laurie preached.
Nazi guard Palij deported by US to Germany
For years Germany had refused to take Jakiw Palij, who has been stateless since 2003.
Chief al-Qaeda bomb maker 'killed in Yemen strike' - US reports
Unnamed officials quoted by US media say they believe the Saudi militant died in a US drone strike last year.
US students topple Confederate soldier statue in North Carolina
Protesters pulled down the controversial Silent Sam statue at a North Carolina university campus.
Drones hunt cocaine farms in Colombia
President Iván Duque wants to use unmanned aircraft to keep damage to neighbouring crops to a minimum.
Children of Blood and Bone author Tomi Adeyemi on her inspiration
Children of Blood and Bone author Tomi Adeyemi explains the inspiration behind her best-selling book.
Spain's 'wolf pack' sex attackers confronted at Seville pool
Angry swimmers force members of the notorious "wolf pack" to leave a public pool in Seville.
Arsène Wenger to get honour from Liberia's George Weah
The former Arsenal manager is to be given Liberia's highest honour by President George Weah.
Stormy Daniels explains UK TV no-show
The adult film star gives her side to the row over her Celebrity Big Brother non-appearance.
Microsoft claims win over 'Russian political hackers'
Cyber-attacks on US political groups are stopped after Microsoft grabs key net domains, the company says.
Comedian Jon Stewart rescues goats from New York subway tracks
The goats "were very baaaaad boys," the New York City Subway joked on Twitter.
Between two popes: Ireland's transformation
How Ireland has changed between the visit of Pope John Paul II in 1979 and the forthcoming papal visit.
VMAs: Camila Cabello tweets her past self after MTV award win
The singer sends her 2012 self a message after winning two awards at the MTV VMAs.
MTV VMAs: Madonna's 'self-indulgent' Aretha tribute & Camila Cabello wins
Some people don't think the Queen of Pop gave the Queen of Soul enough R-E-S-P-E-C-T at MTV's VMAs.
Rockets hit Kabul's diplomatic area during Eid speech
Militants launch an attack during a televised speech by the Afghan president to mark a holiday.
Mueller inquiry: Trump fears 'perjury trap' in Russia inquiry
The US president also suggested he could take over the investigation into alleged Russian meddling.
Radioactive device goes missing in Malaysia
It's not the first time a device like this has vanished but authorities say there's no reason to panic.
UK wants 'malign' Russia to face action
The foreign secretary urges the EU to copy Washington's response to the Salisbury nerve agent attack.
Venezuela crisis: More migrants cross into Brazil despite attacks
The numbers fleeing economic chaos show no sign of abating, as Venezuela tries to stabilise its economy.
Is roaring US economy a mirage?
President Donald Trump often celebrates America's buoyant economy, but one number seems stuck - real wages.
Rwandan Government Safety Requirements Temporarily Close Thousands of Churches
Thousands of evangelical churches in Rwanda are being temporarily shut down because of new government requirements.
Malcolm Turnbull: Australian PM survives leadership challenge
Malcolm Turnbull narrowly overcomes a challenge by a senior government colleague, after a vote by MPs.
Indonesia's satay western film has a feminist twist
Marlina the Murderer is the world's first "satay western", an Indonesian take on spaghetti westerns.
Hajj: Seven things you don't know about the Muslim Pilgrimage
Here are seven interesting facts about the Hajj that you probably didn't know
Soviet 1968 invasion: Czechs still feel Cold War shivers
Czechs worry that too many have forgotten the 1968 Soviet-led invasion of Czechoslovakia.
My friend Mohamed, the dry cleaner of Mogadishu
Somalia's capital has been described as the world's most dangerous city - but some people there are trying to change that. Mary Harper came to know one of them.
Why the Kerala floods proved so deadly
Heavy rainfall in the southern Indian state has been the worst the region has seen in a century.
'Evil Does Exist': Franklin Graham Responds to Murder of Couple That Thought Evil is 'Make-Believe Concept'
A young American couple was brutally murdered by alleged ISIS terrorists while biking along the Afghan border. Evangelist Franklin Graham believes this couple's tragic death is an important lesson for everyone – there is in fact evil in the world and it is alive and well.
Trump vows 'no concessions' with Turkey over US pastor
"I think they're making a terrible mistake," he says of Turkey's refusal to free Pastor Andrew Brunson.
Asia Argento 'accused of sexual assault'
Italian actress and #MeToo accuser reportedly reached a settlement with a man 20 years her junior.
Colorado dad charged with killing pregnant wife and girls
Chris Watts, 33, is accused of three counts of murder and three of tampering with a deceased body.
Islamic Headscarf and Burqa: Signs of Growing Muslim Power in a Society?
Bans on Islamic burqas are spreading across Europe. Denmark banned face coverings in public places earlier this month. The move made it the fifth European country to do so.
Eight hikers killed in flash flooding in southern Italy
Heavy rains flooded a stream in a gorge popular with walkers in southern Italy.
US dog walker killed in South Carolina alligator attack
Witnesses say the 45-year-old was attacked while protecting her dog from an 8ft alligator.
Italy bridge collapse: CCTV shows moment disaster struck
Images from two angles on a nearby building show the moment the motorway bridge came down.
Greek bailout: Five numbers that reshaped the country
The story of Greece in five numbers as it emerges from its eurozone bailout programme.
Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani: Truth isn't truth
Donald Trump's lawyer made the startling claim during a TV interview about the Russia inquiry.
Chechen police kill four teenage attackers
Police in the troubled southern Russian region were targeted in three almost simultaneous incidents.
Six held over 'drugs bus' which crashed in Ecuador
When police searched the bus, which crashed killing 23 people, they found it full of drugs.
Paris Jackson apologises over Harper's Bazaar Singapore cover
Michael Jackson's daughter was accused of hypocrisy after appearing on a magazine cover in Singapore.
Áurea Vázquez Rijos: Beauty queen on trial for husband's murder
Áurea Vázquez Rijos is accused of hiring a hitman to have her Canadian husband killed in Puerto Rico.
Multiple Muslim Gangs Brutally Beat Christian Teen over Arm-Wrestling Match, 'Left Him for Dead'
Christians living in the world's second-largest Muslim-dominated country are constantly on guard, worried that their lives could be in danger at any moment from radical Muslims.
Over 175 ex-US spy officials join Brennan clearance outcry
Dozens of US officials have condemned Mr Trump for revoking the ex-CIA director's security clearance.
Korea reunion: Mother and son reunite after 67 years
Lee Keum-seom and her son became separated during the Korean war in the 1950s. He was only four years old at the time.
Shots Fired at US Embassy in Turkey as Pastor Brunson Dispute Escalates
An unknown attacker fired shots at a guardhouse outside the US embassy in Ankara, Turkey this morning.
Pope Francis condemns child sex abuse and Church cover-ups
"We showed no care for the little ones; we abandoned them," he writes in an unprecedented letter.
Biles honours abuse survivors with outfit
Simone Biles wins a record fifth US Women's Gymnastics Championship all-around title and wears an outfit to show her support for survivors of sex abuse.
Two strong earthquakes shake Lombok, Indonesia
Amateur videos show burning and collapsed houses as two more strong earthquakes hit Lombok, Indonesia.
Measles cases hit record high in Europe
More than 41,000 people have been infected with measles in the first six months of 2018.
Venezuelans confused as Maduro's economic plan starts
A government plan to curb inflation comes into force but there is confusion about how it will work.
Zuma corruption claims: South Africa state capture inquiry opens
The public inquiry is looking into whether the wealthy Gupta family influenced political decisions.
'Exploding' iPad prompts Apple shop evacuation
The Dutch fire brigade is called to help deal with a "fuming" Apple device.
Islamic State survivor Nadia Murad engaged to Yazidi activist
Nadia Murad, who was captured by Islamic State militants in 2014, finds love with a fellow activist.
How Indians are using social media to help flood-hit Kerala
Monsoon rains in India's Kerala state have eased for now and rescue efforts are being stepped up.
Venezuelan bolivar - what can it buy you?
Images show the bizarre reality of hyperinflation - a chicken costs 14.6 million bolivars.
Aretha Franklin: Date set for Detroit funeral
The singer will be laid to rest on 31 August at Detroit's Greater Grace Temple.
Human rights groups call for children to be taken off Nauru
Human rights groups say children live in harmful conditions on Nauru and must be resettled.
Asian Games: Japan basketball players sent home for 'paying women for sex'
Four Japanese basketball players are sent home from the Asian Games in Indonesia for allegedly paying women for sex.
Knife attacker shot by police near Barcelona
A man wielding a knife and shouting in Arabic was shot dead by a guard near Barcelona, police said.
PepsiCo buys Sodastream for $3.2bn
The deal gives Pepsi a new way of reaching customers as sugary drinks become less popular.
Cruise ships rescue: How to survive for 10 hours in the water
Warm water, a calm head and being a woman can all work in your favour.
Afghan Taliban kidnap dozens of bus passengers near Kunduz
Fierce clashes are said to be under way near Kunduz, Afghanistan, after three buses were attacked.
Malcolm Turnbull: Under-pressure Australia PM drops climate policy
Malcolm Turnbull's decision to drop an emissions target follows a revolt within his government.
Nigeria unrest: Deadly attack on village in Borno state
Suspected Islamist militants launch a raid in Borno state, leaving several villagers dead.
California wildfires: Ferguson Fire near Yosemite contained
California's Ferguson Fire has burned through nearly 97,000 acres and left two firefighters dead.
Crazy Rich Asians tops US box office in weekend debut
The film, with an all-Asian cast, is the first romantic comedy to take the top spot in three years.
Greece emerges from eurozone bailout programme
The past three years saw Athens receive €61.9bn to deal with the fallout from its debt crisis.
Kerala floods: Relief teams rescue 22,000 as rains ease
Waters recede in some areas but officials warn of disease spreading among thousands made homeless.
North Korea to host emotional family reunions
About 200 North and South Koreans will spend a few hours with family they have not seen since the war.
Venezuela crisis: Brazil deploys troops after migrant attacks
Security is stepped up after migrants fleeing Venezuela's economic crisis were attacked.
What Americans get wrong about 911
The US emergency number has been misused recently by white people feeling threatened by African Americans who are simply mowing a lawn or buying a coffee.
'Underwater, I'm a normal person'
Two of Indonesia's medal hopes for the Asian Para Games later this year talk about what inspires them.
The woman who created 'Tinder for lonely mums'
As the first of her friends to become a mum, Michelle Kennedy didn't have a network of other mothers to share her experiences with.
Deadly hostage drama where media crossed a line
It began with a failed robbery and ended in a shootout - and for much of the 54 hours, the media went along for the ride.
Soup kitchens and start-ups: Greek bailout era ends
As Greece's bailouts end the BBC's Mark Lowen finds much hardship but also glimmers of hope.
Colombia's improbable reef offers hope for coral worldwide
A reef near a polluted port raises hopes for the conservation of other endangered coral.
Serie A: Lazio fans call for women to be banned from 'sacred place'
Hardcore Lazio fans say no women should occupy the first 10 rows of the Curva Nord stand.
Italy bridge collapse: Genoa death toll rises to 43
The bodies of the last people officially missing from Tuesday's collapse are found in a crushed car.
One ice cream puppy, please
A restaurant in Taiwan is serving puppy ice cream and some are concerned about how real it looks.
Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani: Truth isn't truth
Donald Trump's lawyer makes a startling claim during a TV interview about the Russia inquiry.
Coptic monks charged with bishop's murder in Egypt
Two Coptic Christian monks will stand trial in Egypt after a bishop was found bludgeoned to death.
Australia drought: New South Wales town 'mobbed' by thirsty emus
The birds are on desperately seeking water as Australia suffers its worst drought in a generation.
EgyptAir hijack: Cyprus extradites suspect Seif al-Din Mustafa
An Egyptian man who diverted a plane to Cyprus is sent home after a two-year extradition battle.
China arrests over Tang Dynasty relic thefts
Twenty-six people are suspected of stealing gold and jewellery from tombs at an ancient burial site.
'Hero' British paraglider killed in Macedonia mid-air crash
Innes Powell and another pilot were fatally injured during a competition in Macedonia.
Kerala floods: Children winched to safety as rescue efforts step up
India's air force mounts helicopter rescues in flooded Kerala state, where thousands are trapped.
800,000 Displaced in Flooding in Southern Indian State
Some 800,000 people have been displaced and over 350 have died in the worst flooding in a century in southern India’s Kerala state, as authorities rushed to bring drinking water to the most affected areas, officials said Sunday.
Kerala floods: Rescue efforts step up as rains begin to ease
India's armed forces winch flood victims to safety as deadly monsoon rains ease briefly in Kerala.
Mueller inquiry: White House lawyer McGahn co-operating with probe
The New York Times says Don McGahn "co-operated extensively" with the Russia inquiry.
New Zealand politician cycles to hospital to give birth
The 42-week pregnant New Zealander got on her bike because "there wasn't enough space in the car".
Ariana Grande breaks down talking about Manchester Arena attack
"The truth is, it's scary. It's scary going anywhere. You look at places differently."
Plastic pollution: 'Stop flushing contact lenses down the loo'
Flushing daily disposable lenses down the toilet is increasing the threat from plastics, say experts.
Backstreet Boys fans hurt in Oklahoma storm
At least 14 people were taken to hospital after a metal structure at a concert in Oklahoma fell.