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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Haiti struck by deadly earthquake
At least 10 deaths are reported after the magnitude 5.9 quake hit the north of the country.
Medical charity MSF 'told to cease mental health work in Nauru'
The medical charity says it has urged the authorities on the Pacific island nation to reconsider.
Bosnia votes after 'divisive' election campaign
Five presidents and 14 prime ministers must be elected in the country's complex political system.
In pictures: Melania Trump's whistle-stop Africa tour
The US First Lady undertakes her first major foreign trip alone to Ghana, Malawi, Kenya and Egypt.
Brazil election: Bolsonaro hands out tough anti-crime message
The far-right candidate gives a tough anti-crime message ahead of Sunday's presidential election.
Brazil election: Five things you need to know
Key points of the Brazilian election which has been characterised by dramatic twists and turns.
Pro-Russia party ahead in Latvia election
The Harmony party could be able to form a government with populists, exit polls suggest.
Mothers in Ethiopia’s Oromia region are supported after childbirth for 40 days
Why women in Ethiopia's Oromia region hold a special ceremony for a mother, five days after she gives birth.
Disability in Africa: 'I'm no longer ashamed of my disabled daughter'
Agnes Mutemi says her mentally ill daughter, Nambia, is now making progress in a school which specialises in caring for children with disabilities.
Pompeo Seeks Allied Unity in Dealing with North Korea
America’s top diplomat said Saturday the U.S. will coordinate with allies Japan and South Korea on efforts to persuade North Korea to give up its nuclear weapons.
Brett Kavanaugh nomination: Victory for Trump in Supreme Court vote
The US Senate votes to confirm the president's nominee, Brett Kavanaugh, after weeks of rancour.
Video shows monkey 'driving' bus in Karnataka, India
A video of the furry driver has gone viral in India - and landed the actual bus driver in trouble.
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Brett Kavanaugh: Senate set for final vote on Supreme Court nominee
The Senate is expected to confirm Brett Kavanaugh for the Supreme Court after weeks of wrangling.
Interpol urges China to clarify status of missing president Meng Hongwei
The international police agency urges China to clarify the status of Meng Hongwei.
Jamal Khashoggi: Saudi prince allows consulate search for missing journalist
Jamal Khashoggi, a critic of the Saudi government, disappeared after entering the building in Istanbul.
At least 50 dead after oil tanker collision in DR Congo
Dozens of people suffered second-degree burns after a tanker collided with a car in the DR Congo.
Pope OKs Study of Vatican Archives Into McCarrick Scandal
Pope Francis has authorized a “thorough study” of Vatican archives into how a prominent American cardinal advanced through church ranks despite allegations that he slept with seminarians and young priests, the Vatican said Saturday.
Solar panels unveiled at Chernobyl nuclear power site
Ukraine launches its first solar plant in the abandoned area around the former nuclear power station.
Indonesia: Man City footballer Riyad Mahrez's message to survivor
Riyad Mahrez records a special video for 12-year-old Rizky, who was watching Man City when the quake hit.
Hong Kong rejects visa for FT editor Victor Mallet
The UK demands an "urgent explanation" of the decision, which has been linked to free speech concerns.
Montserrat Caballé, Barcelona opera singer, dies at 85
The opera singer achieved popular fame after her duet with Freddie Mercury became an Olympic anthem.
Green mamba snake found after biting 'owner' in Prague
Its presumed owner, who had not registered the snake, is in hospital after receiving an antidote.
'Wonder horse' wins 28 races in a row
Top Australian horse Winx wins her 28th consecutive race when accelerating from last to first to claim the Turnbull Stakes at Flemington in Melbourne.
Couple reunited after Indonesia earthquake
Azwan survived the Indonesian earthquake, but feared the tsunami it triggered had killed his wife.
Russian news channels react to hacking allegations
How Russian TV reacted to hacking accusations by the UK, US and The Netherlands.
Ghanaian Afro pop star Wiyaala on forging her own path
Meet Wiyaala Djimba, the Ghanaian Afro musician who loves Madonna and short hair.
The world’s first fully-autonomous indoor farm
The world’s first fully-autonomous indoor farm in San Carlos, California, is soon to be operational.
Have Russian spies lost their touch?
Four suspected agents uncovered in the Netherlands left a trail of clues, the BBC's Sarah Rainsford writes.
Scientists condemn professor's 'morally reprehensible' talk
Italian researcher Alessandro Strumia is heavily criticised for claiming physics was "built by men".
Romania marriage poll: One man, one woman definition up for vote
"One woman and one man" could replace the neutral "spouse" in Romania's constitution after a vote.
Tsukiji: Japan's famed fish market to relocate
A huge tourist draw, the world's largest fish market will be dismantled and moved to a new site.
What's behind Italy's economic turbulence?
The controversy surrounding the Italian government's spending plans has led to more nervousness on the financial markets.
Cameroon election: President Paul Biya seeks seventh term
Armed rebels have vowed to enforce a boycott of the 7 October election in parts of the country.
Vietnam's children and the fear of climate change
Children's drawings of nightmarish scenarios illustrate climate change's impact in the Mekong Delta.
Brett Kavanaugh: Key senators back embattled Supreme Court pick
Brett Kavanaugh looks all but certain to be confirmed as a Supreme Court judge in a vote on Saturday.
Laquan McDonald: Verdict reached in Chicago police shooting
The Illinois city prepares for protests in the case of an officer who shot an unarmed teen 16 times.
Juventus shares drop after Ronaldo rape allegation
The club's shares fell by almost 10% on Friday after tweets by them drew criticism.
Michigan meteorite used as doorstop for 30 years 'worth $100,000'
The rock found in Michigan in the 1930s could now be worth $100,000.
Brazil election: Voters debate the merits of democracy as far-right candidate leads polls
A new pre-election polls shows 69% of Brazilians believe democracy is the best way forward.
Time Nearly Up for Kidnapped Christian Schoolgirl, Muslim-Led Government Ignores Her Parents' Pleas
The clock is ticking down for 15-year old Leah Sharibu. The Nigerian Christian schoolgirl has stood firm in her faith and it may cost Leah her life.Sharibu is the only Christian among 110 girls abducted by Boko Haram from a school in Dapchi (northern Nigeria) February 15, 2018. In late March, the terrorists freed all the abducted Dapchi girls except for Leah because she refused to renounce her Christian faith and convert to Islam. International human rights attorney Emmanuel Ogebe recently met with Leah's parents in Nigeria and he said they told him the government has yet to respond to their pleas for help.
Lubna Al Olayan appointed as first woman Saudi bank head
Lubna Al Olayan will be the first Saudi woman to run a bank in the conservative kingdom.
Stormy Daniels: 'I would never humiliate someone'
The adult film star on why her book includes such intimate details about her alleged affair with Trump.
Over 300 Pastors Stand up to Radical Gender Confusion Curriculum - Here's What They Did
There's been a historic event in Canada where more than 300 pastors are unifying to say "no" to a sexual orientation curriculum in public schools.
Teens Continue Leading Their Peers to Christ as HOWTOLIFE Movement Ramps Up, Now Heading Overseas
The #HOWTOLIFE movement is really taking off. Teens around the country continue to lead their peers to accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior, and now it's spreading overseas.
Brett Kavanaugh: Key test vote on Supreme Court nominee passes
President Trump's nominee Brett Kavanaugh wins a key vote in the Senate despite facing sexual assault claims.
Couple sentenced in Germany for torture and murder
A German couple used personal ads to lure women home before torturing and killing two of them.
US jobless rate hits 49-year low of 3.7%
The US jobless rate falls to 3.7% in September, the lowest level since December 1969.
S-400: India missile defence purchase in US-Russia crosshairs
India's purchase of the Russian-made S-400 air defence system runs the risk of US sanctions. So why buy it?
Swedish girl discovers ancient sword in lake
An eight-year-old girl found a pre-Viking era sword while swimming in a lake in Sweden during the summer.
Utah toddler puts more than $1,000 in the shredder
Ben and Jackee Belnap had saved $1,060 (£810) to pay back a debt but found it destroyed.
Interpol President Reported Missing After Trip to China
A French judicial official says the president of Interpol has been reported missing after traveling to China. The 64-year-old Meng Hongwei was elected president of Interpol in November 2016.
Nobel Peace Prize Honors the Fight Against Sexual Violence
The Nobel Peace Prize on Friday was awarded to a Congolese doctor and an Iraqi woman who was held captive by the Islamic State group for their work to highlight and eliminate the use of sexual violence as a weapon of war.
Russia cyber-plots: Dutch defend decision not to arrest suspects
Four alleged cyber-plotters were sent home as they were not part of a criminal inquiry, the Dutch say.
Interpol chief Meng Hongwei vanishes on trip to China
Meng Hongwei was last seen leaving Interpol's headquarters in France on a visit to his homeland.
Bacterial meningitis scare in Berlin KitKat sex club
Club-goers are urged to seek urgent treatment after a man contracted meningitis at a fetish party.
Jamal Khashoggi: Washington Post blanks out missing Saudi writer's column
The Washington Post says it fears for Jamal Khashoggi, who vanished after entering a Saudi consulate.
Peruvian mayoral candidate Daniel Urresti cleared of journalist's murder
Daniel Urresti had been charged with involvement in the killing of a reporter in the 1980s.
Lenovo and ZTE shares hit by spyware row
Shares in Lenovo and ZTE drop after a report that Beijing inserted spying devices into US computers.
Indonesia earthquake: Prison-break inmate hands himself in
A prisoner has returned to finish his sentence after escaping from a prison in Palu.
Trump boards plane with paper stuck to shoe
What appeared to be toilet paper was stuck to Donald Trump's shoe as he boarded Air Force One.
Nobel Peace Prize for anti-rape activists
Nobel Peace Prize goes to campaigners against rape in warfare Nadia Murad and Denis Mukwege
Suhaib Ilyasi: India TV crime host acquitted of wife's murder
The host of India's Most Wanted is acquitted of his wife's murder, after being jailed last year.
Toyota car fault prompts massive recall
The firm is recalling more than 2.4 million vehicles to fix a fault that may cause them to lose power.
Lee Myung-bak, S Korea ex-president, jailed for 15 years
Convicted of bribery and abuse of power, Lee Myung-bak is the country's fourth leader to be jailed.
Captain America actor Chris Evans to 'retire' from role
Chris Evans tweets that it's been "an honour" to play "Cap", after finishing filming Avengers 4.
'The airport resembles an open-air prison'
At least 30 workers have died constructing Istanbul's new giant airport.
Paris Motor Show: Fantasy concept cars take the stage
Paris Motor Show: Concept care may never make it into production, but they inspire cars that do.
China prison break: Public appeal after rare inmate escape
It is very unusual for an inmate to escape from detention in China, and just as unusual for media to report it.
Kavanaugh row sparks Capitol Hill protests
Protests gathered on Capitol Hill on Thursday, as the FBI shared the results of the Kavanaugh investigation with senators.
The dangerous chemicals in Afro hair products
Chemicals found in some Afro hair products around the world could be damaging your health.
Why the laundry industry is in a spin to save water
Water shortages mean the laundry industry is adopting various technologies to reduce consumption.
James Ricketson case: 'Dad saved my life so I helped save him from jail'
When an Australian filmmaker was jailed in Cambodia, his adopted daughter set about returning a favour.
Transgender candidate busts stereotypes in Brazil
Tifanny Abreu is one of 54 transgender candidates running in Brazil's general election on 7 October.
Hot look or provocative? Outcry at Polish teens guidebook
A guidebook used in a Warsaw school advises girls they have only themselves to blame if they are harassed.
The Grammy winner who makes music in a cupboard
The star shrugs off her critics and explains why she can only write in confined spaces.
Brett Kavanaugh: Hundreds arrested in Supreme Court protest
Angry scenes as Brett Kavanaugh edges closer to winning confirmation for the US Supreme Court.
Why a US national park is holding a 'Fat Bear Week' contest
Bulky bears are facing off online in an annual competition hosted by a US National Park.
Elon Musk: Tesla boss mocks US regulator days after settlement
Tesla boss takes to Twitter days after reaching a deal with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Ben Affleck thanks family after completing rehab stint
Ben Affleck says he is fighting for himself and his family after going to rehab for alcohol issues.
Fake news: French language body urges alternative phrase
French language purists have come up with a Gallic alternative to "fake news". But will it stick?
Quiz of the Week: Where's Kanye going to finish his album?
It's the weekly news quiz - have you been paying attention to what's been going on in the world during the past seven days?
Girl, 8, pulls a 1,500-year-old sword from a lake in Sweden
Eight-year-old Saga Vanecek found a pre-Viking-era relic while playing in a lake in Sweden.
Cristiano Ronaldo rape allegation: Nike expresses deep concern
The US sportswear giant has a contract worth a reported $1bn ($768m) with the Portuguese footballer.
Ex-rap mogul Suge Knight sentenced to 28 years for hit-and-run death
The rapper was expressionless as his victim's family called him a "disgrace to the human species".
Diplomats thrown out in Ukraine-Hungary passport
This comes after Ukraine accused Hungary of illegally issuing passports to Ukrainian citizens.
Indonesia Digging Mass Graves After 'Apocalyptic' Natural Disasters: What World Vision is Doing to Help
Indonesia's disaster agency says the death toll from last week's earthquake and tsunami has soared past 1,500, with hundreds more still missing. World Vision is on the ground ministering to the physical and spiritual needs of the people, even though their own local offices were destroyed by the quake.
Aid charities ActionAid and Plan to be turfed out of Pakistan
More than a dozen international NGOs are reported to have been told to leave the country within 60 days.
Man jailed for slapping woman in viral French video
A student speaks out after CCTV shows a man slapping her for objecting to abuse in a Paris street.
Two Sudan military planes collide at Khartoum airport
The planes collided as they were landing after training flights, a military spokesman said.
6-Year-Old Students Told to Write Gay Marriage Proposal and Love Letter, Video Sparks Outrage
A controversy is brewing in the UK after a video surfaced last month showing a group of young students at a primary school in England being asked to write a same-sex "love letter."
Osaka cuts San Francisco ties over 'comfort women' statue
The Japanese city ends its 60-year "sister city" relationship over a monument depicting WW2 sex slaves.
Netflix viewing eats up world's data
Netflix accounts for 15% of global internet traffic, suggests a report looking at bandwidth usage.
South Carolina: Police shooting suspect is disabled war veteran
A 74-year-old man remains in custody after an officer was killed and six more injured.
Minnesota town alerts residents over 'tipsy' birds
Residents of a Minnesota town reported intoxicated birds "flying into windows and acting confused".
Reality Check: Red lines on the Irish border
Progress needs to be made on the complex issue of the Irish border in the next two weeks.
'China spy attack hits Apple and Amazon'
A tiny chip added to server circuit boards helped Chinese spies steal corporate data, Bloomberg says.
Dublin City Council planned to house homeless on a 'cruise ship'
There are 1,367 families in homeless accommodation in Dublin, latest figures show.
Operation Blessing in Indonesia Among First to Bring Aid to Quake-Tsunami Survivors
Despite difficulties in logistics, Operation Blessing in Indonesia managed to bring aid to survivors in Palu. They brought in boxes of food, medicine and gave medical help to the sick and injured.
Amber Heard's 'anger' at Johnny Depp's domestic abuse denial
Her lawyers reportedly hit out at an "outrageous" interview in which Johnny Depp denied abusing her.
How credible are lie detector tests?
There are calls for a US Supreme Court nominee to take a lie detector test. But do they work?
Uganda army launches Ulinzi condom brand
The army says it wants to make sure its soldiers stay safe so that they can defend the country.
What we know about Russian 'OPCW plot'
Dutch security services expelled four Russians over a cyber-attack plot. Here's what we know so far.
Jamal Khashoggi: Mystery over missing Saudi journalist deepens
Officials say government critic Jamal Khashoggi is not at the Istanbul consulate where he was last seen.
India under fire as it deports Rohingya Muslims to Myanmar
India deports seven Rohingya men to Myanmar, despite appeals that doing so puts them at risk.
Italian 'Robin Hood' banker sentenced over €1m pilfered for the poor
A bank manager who took €1m from his richest clients to give to the needy narrowly escapes prison.
Russia 'targeted chemical weapons watchdog OPCW'
Dutch security services expelled four Russians in April over a plot targeting chemical weapons watchdog.
Cameroon election: Five things to know about the presidential poll
The country will vote for its next president amid a civil conflict in its English-speaking regions.
Kim Kardashian bodyguard sued for $6.1m over Paris robbery
The insurer AIG claims Pascal Duvier and his security firm acted "negligently" in Paris.
Prithvi Shaw becomes youngest Indian to hit debut Test century
Teenager Prithvi Shaw becomes the youngest Indian to make a century on his Test debut on day one of the first Test against West Indies in Rajkot.
Wife of former Malaysian PM Najib charged with money laundering
Rosmah Mansor is known for her love of designer handbags and lavish spending habits.
Photo of dad changing nappy in squat position goes viral
Dad Donte Palmer explains how he had to improvise to change his son's nappy by popping a squat.
Xi Jinping game show: How well do you know China's leader?
Dinnertime TV audiences can catch a game show about their leader's "thought" - but does anyone care?
Irish anti-abortion doctors in conscientious objection row
Health Minister Simon Harris says he hopes abortion services will be available from January 2019.
Brett Kavanaugh: Senate to get FBI report within hours
Senators should be able to review the inquiry into sexual assault allegations within hours.
Six rescue divers drown trying to save teen in Malaysia
The six men were searching for a teenager thought to have fallen into a mining pool in Malaysia.
Pentagon quarantine 'sparked by castor seeds' not ricin poison
A suspect is in custody after the suspicious letters were sent to the White House and Pentagon.
Priyanka Chopra invests in dating app Bumble
The Indian actress becomes the latest in a long line of celebrities to invest in tech ventures.
Drew Barrymore: EgyptAir article goes viral
An interview in EgyptAir's in-flight magazine got the star's fans talking - but is it all it seems?
Indonesia tsunami: Crumbling walls and families camped out at Palu airport
Despite being heavily affected by the tsunami this airport in Palu is still open.
United Airlines flight lands safely after mayday call
The United Airlines flight from Los Angeles to Sydney was low on fuel, authorities say.
Brett Kavanaugh accusations: Are young men in America scared?
After President Trump said young men in the US were in "peril", the BBC spoke to some to find out how #MeToo changed their lives.
'We turn the lights off... and sit huddled in the corner'
How faster mobile connectivity could help improve school security and make our cities smarter.
Why are menstrual cups becoming more popular?
As menstrual cups and 'period-proof' pants are more in demand, BBC News looks at the reasons why.
The Indian state where police kill with impunity
Two fatal shooting incidents have raised concerns about "trigger-happy cops" in India's Uttar Pradesh state.
Cameroon's Anglophone crisis: Red Dragons and Tigers - the rebels fighting for independence
Who are the rebel groups which have taken up arms to fight for independence for English-speaking parts of Cameroon?
South Carolina: Five police officers shot, suspect in custody
A suspect is in custody after what officials called "an active shooting situation".
South Africa's unemployed youth struggle amid recession
Graduate Brian wears a sign to try and find work in South Africa, where youth unemployment is 54%.
Viewpoint: Joel Sartore, the wildlife photographer who is all for zoos
Zoos can help save animals not just cage them, says veteran wildlife photographer Joel Sartore.
US to end Treaty of Amity with Iran after ICJ ruling
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced the treaty's end after the US was ordered to ease sanctions.
Indonesia Volcano Erupts on Same Island Struck by Devastating Tsunami
A volcano erupted in Indonesia Wednesday on the same island hit by an earthquake and tsunami just days before
US phone users get national message
More than 200 million US phone users received a test "Presidential Alert" notification.
Hundreds of Chinese Christian Schoolchildren Forced to Declare They Follow ‘No Religion’
Some 300 schoolchildren in the overtly Christian Zhejiang province have been forced to fill out a form declaring that they do not follow any religion.
Meerkat pups that fit in your hand
Five meerkat babies were filmed venturing out with their parents at a zoo near Sydney.
Myanmar: Communist Rebels Detain Pastors and Shave Their Heads, Destroy Churches
A group of rebels has set its sights on Burmese Christians in a fresh series of attacks, with devastating results. Over the past couple of weeks, Ethnic Wa rebels have shut down churches, destroyed religious buildings and even shaved the heads of local pastors.
Ryder Cup: Spectator blinded in one eye says she could have died on golf course
A spectator blinded in one eye at the Ryder Cup says she could have died when she was hit by a wayward tee shot.
Donna Strickland on winning the Nobel Prize in Physics
Donna Strickland has become the first woman in 55 years to win the Nobel Prize in Physics.
Peru court reverses ex-president Alberto Fujimori's pardon
Alberto Fujimori, sentenced to 25 years for human rights abuses in 2009, was pardoned last December.
India Ganges 'rape video': Two men arrested
The men allegedly filmed themselves assaulting a woman by the River Ganges, a holy site in Hinduism.
Rédoine Faïd case: French gangster evaded police in burqa
Most-wanted fugitive Rédoine Faïd has been captured three months after his dramatic escape.
Woman lost sight after being hit by golf ball
Corine Remande says she has "nothing against" American golfer Brooks Koepka after his tee shot left her without sight in her right eye.
Aid effort under way for Indonesia survivors
The aid response in the wake of Indonesia's earthquake and tsunami has started, but it is not coming soon enough for some.
Franklin Graham Urges Prayer for First Lady's Africa Tour: 'I'm Sure She'll Be a Blessing to All She Meets'
In her first solo international tour as first lady, Melania Trump is in Africa this week where she is hoping to highlight her "Be Best" child welfare initiative. Meanwhile, evangelist Franklin Graham praised the first lady for her willingness to reach out to those who are less fortunate.
Canada surgeon operates on teddy bear for 8-year-old boy
The doctor diagnosed the teddy bear, named Little Baby, with a torn underarm and stitched him up.
Guinea-Bissau migrant shipwreck: Dozens feared dead
About 60 people are feared to have drowned when a wooden boat capsized in a storm off Guinea-Bissau.
'Trump alert': US mobile phone owners braced for test
Millions are set to receive a presidential phone alert in the first nationwide test of an emergency system.
Cristiano Ronaldo rape allegation: Footballer denies attack
The footballer says he welcomes all investigations into the accusation as he has a "clear" conscience.
Republicans deplore Trump mocking Judge Kavanaugh's accuser
The US president poked fun at Christine Blasey Ford for not recalling details of her alleged assault.
Indonesia tsunami: Authorities fight fake news
Authorities say they are planning arrests as they fight hoaxes following deadly earthquake and tsunami.
Melania Trump, US first lady, visits Ghana slave fort
The US first lady, on her first visit to Africa, says the slave trade was "really a tragedy".
Skripal poisoning: Putin denounces ex-spy as 'scum'
Russia's president complains the media are spending too much time on the man poisoned in Salisbury.
Who are Trump's parents and siblings?
Donald Trump and his siblings have been accused of helping his father and mother dodge millions in taxes. So what do we know about them?
Rédoine Faïd case: Why does France love its gangsters?
Rédoine Faïd's popularity is partly explained by crime films, writes Hugh Schofield.
Croatian court rejects perjury charge against Luka Modric
A Croatian court rejects the charge against the World Cup star, but its ruling can be appealed.
Finland school poster sparks migration row
A nationalist MP accuses a school of encouraging hatred after her picture appears on the poster.
Hornbill gets 3D-printed prosthetic casque after cancer
Jary the hornbill had surgery to replace diseased tissue in his casque.
Indonesia tsunami: Frustration in remote areas waiting for aid
People in isolated areas of Indonesia's Sulawesi grow increasingly frustrated with relief efforts.
Los Angeles: Teenager charged with stealing from celebrity homes
Tyress Williams allegedly targeted famous stars including Rihanna, says prosecutors in Los Angeles.
Trump rally: Kavanaugh or Ford?
President Trump has said this is a scary time in America for young men.
Sanctions on Iran: International Court of Justice rules against US
Judges side with Iran in a dispute over measures imposed after the US pulled out of a nuclear deal.
Protein research takes Chemistry Nobel
The 2018 Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to three scientists for their discoveries in enzyme research.
Jamal Khashoggi: Saudi journalist vanishes in Istanbul
Journalist Jamal Khashoggi visited the Saudi consulate in the Turkish city - but never came back out.
Pret to label products after allergy death
Sandwich chain to list all ingredients including allergens on its products after death of Natasha Ednan-Laperouse.
Search for a missing toddler after tsunami
A resident of Palu, Indonesia, asks a BBC team for help in search for her missing toddler niece.
Trump mocks Kavanaugh accuser Christine Blasey Ford's testimony
Donald Trump mocked Christine Blasey Ford's testimony, saying she could not remember important details.
John Simpson: How worried should the West be about China?
The BBC's John Simpson finds fashion shoots, a driverless bus and growing authoritarianism as he explores how China is changing.
Redoine Faid: French gangster recaptured three months after jailbreak
Redoine Faid was detained with three other men, one of whom is his brother, police sources say.
Can Beto O'Rourke end the Democratic drought in Texas?
It's been more than two decades since Texas had a Democrat in the Senate, but could Beto O'Rourke change that?
These goats work for the government
Edmonton in Canada has enlisted herds of goats in an effort to rid the city of noxious weeds in parks.
Kavanaugh investigation: FBI 'hasn't spoken to Christine Blasey Ford'
Christine Blasey Ford has not been contacted by agents investigating Brett Kavanaugh, lawyers say.
'Tampon tax' scrapped in Australia after 18-year controversy
After 18 years of protest, sanitary products will no longer be deemed "non-essential items".
Fan Bingbing: Top Chinese actress fined for tax evasion
Fan Bingbing had disappeared from public view in June amid reports she was involved in a tax probe.
Cervical cancer: Australia 'to be first to eliminate disease'
The world-first national achievement could happen within 20 years, modelling shows.
Report: US Pastor's Case To Be Taken to Turkey's High Court
Turkish media are reporting that a lawyer for an American pastor at the center of a dispute between Turkey and the United States plans to petition Turkey's highest court for his client's release.
How should we deal with a large-scale chemical attack?
Scientists are developing technology to help.
Hayabusa 2: Japan probe to send lander to asteroid
Japan's space agency (Jaxa) is about to send a 10kg lander to the surface of an asteroid.
The Norwegian teen fighting the government over Arctic oil
Elina Berg is a member of a campaign group which is suing the Norwegian government over oil exploration in the Arctic.
Trump taxes: New York authorities examine president's tax affairs
A US paper claims the president helped his parents dodge millions in tax - which his lawyer denies.
Jailed without trace in Eritrea: 'I haven't seen my parents for 17 years'
Ibrahim Sherifo has not seen or heard from his parents since he was 13 years old when they were "disappeared" in Eritrea.
Beto O'Rourke: Democrats dazzled by rising star in Texas
A rising star in the Democratic Party is pulling in huge crowds - and his race with Ted Cruz is surprisingly tight.
The Swedish wasteland that's now a sustainability star
Does Stockholm's world-famous eco-neighbourhood really offer a template for green urban living?
Iran's Zarif: EU support for deal better than expected
Iran’s foreign minister praises European efforts to preserve the nuclear deal despite US sanctions.
Chess leadership race reaches endgame
The World Chess Federation will elect a new leader on Wednesday in Georgia, after a tense battle.
Should a university teach a killer?
A Norwegian university explains why mass killer Anders Behring Breivik has a right to be a student, regardless of his crimes.
Cesaria Evora, the barefoot diva
The Cape Verde singer made famous the "morna" style of music, after being discovered aged 47.
US arrests four Charlottesville Unite the Right 'rioters'
Officials say the white supremacists went to the deadly 2017 Virginia rally to "commit violent acts".
Iraq parliament elects Barham Salih as country's new president
Veteran politician Barham Salih, a former deputy prime minister, wins a parliamentary vote.
Brett Kavanaugh: 'Very scary time for young men in America' - Trump
President Trump says that the allegations made about Brett Kavanaugh have wider implications.
Indonesia tsunami: Pilot calls air traffic controller his 'guardian angel'
A pilot pays tribute to the "heroic" Indonesian air traffic controller, who helped his plane escape the earthquake and tsunami.
S-300 missile system: Russia upgrades Syrian air defences
The move comes two weeks after a Russian reconnaissance plane was shot down in Syria.
Saudi woman 'barred from marrying man who played musical instrument'
Courts backed the woman's relatives, who said his oud playing made them "religiously incompatible".
Trump: 'Scary and difficult time for young men' in US
The remarks come as his Supreme Court nominee faces accusations of sexual assault which he denies.
First woman Physics Nobel winner in 55 years
The 2018 Nobel Prize in Physics is awarded to a woman for only the third time since the award began.
US threatens to 'take out' Russian missiles
The US believes a new Russian missile may be breaching a Cold War arms control treaty.
Peggy Sue Gerron, inspiration for Buddy Holly song, dies aged 78
Buddy Holly named his 1957 hit after Peggy Sue Gerron, who was dating a member of The Crickets.
State TV reporter praised in China after ‘slapping Tory'
A state TV reporter is being praised for disrupting an event on Hong Kong at a UK political conference.
New German Mega-Mosque Part of Erdogan's Islamic 'Proxy Force' in Europe
The new mega-mosque in Cologne, Germany is part of what some warn is a dangerous and growing Turkish fifth column inside Europe.
Thieves steal entire German vineyard
The criminals made off with the field full of grapes worth 8,000 euros.
US ends diplomatic visas for UN same-sex partners
The reversal means domestic partners of UN diplomats will need to get married to keep their visas.
Ferry with 335 people on fire in Baltic Sea
All the passengers on the Lithuanian ship are safe, and a rescue operation is under way, officials say.
Donna Strickland: The 'laser jock' Nobel prize winner
She describes her work as "fun", and is the first female Physics Nobel winner in 55 years.
Dozens of Kids from Christian Bible Camp Found Dead, Toll Soars to 1,234 from Indonesian Quake and Tsunami
The death toll from the massive Indonesian earthquake and tsunami has now reached at least 1,234 and it's expected to keep rising as rescue crews explore new hard-hit areas.
Indonesia tsunami: Pilot hails 'hero' air traffic controller
His decision to guide a passenger plane to safety during an earthquake cost Anthonius Gunawan Agung his life.
Cristiano Ronaldo rape allegation: Las Vegas police reopen case
A woman says she was attacked by the Portuguese footballer in a hotel room in Las Vegas in 2009.
Afghan election rally hit by suicide bomber, killing at least 13
At least 13 people are killed and more than 30 injured in a suicide attack in Nangarhar.
Amazon raises wages for lower-paid workers
The online giant is lifting UK hourly pay to between £9.50-10.50 an hour and US pay to $15.
Dutch ban electric child cart after Oss rail deaths
The government's decision comes weeks after four children were killed while being taken to school.
Italy Lucano: Migrant-friendly mayor of Riace arrested
The mayor of Riace, famed for welcoming migrants, has been arrested over illegal migration.
FBI agent shot by booby-trapped wheelchair in Oregon
A man is charged with assault after rigging his home in Oregon like a "scene from Indiana Jones".
Daughter of AfD politician in poetry slam row
14-year-old Ida Marie Müller performed a racist poem during a competition at a shopping centre.
New hummingbird species spotted in Ecuador
The previously unknown blue-throated hillstar, a blue and green bird, is in danger of extinction.
Australian man convicted of encouraging wife's suicide
One of Graham Morant's court convictions appears to be unprecedented, Australian prosecutors say.
South China Sea: Chinese ship forces US destroyer off course
The confrontation in the South China Sea comes amid worsening tensions between Washington and Beijing.
Syrian man Hassan al-Kontar removed from Malaysia airport
Hassan al-Kontar was trying to avoid the war in his home country but found himself in legal limbo.
Melania Trump: US first lady set for solo Africa trip
Donald Trump's wife is set to visit Ghana, Kenya, Malawi and Egypt to promote her Be Best campaign.
Indonesia tsunami: Moment quake turns ground into liquid
Residents of Palu felt the ground beneath their feet liquefy as a deadly earthquake struck their city
Runaway race horse causes chaos in French bar
The animal ran amok after escaping its handler in Chantilly, France,
Indonesia death toll rises over 1,200
Number of people killed in Indonesia quake and tsunami rises to more than 1,200, officials say
Kim Kardashian 'most dangerous celebrity to search online'
The reality TV star's name is linked to potentially malicious websites, according to a cyber-security firm.
Indonesian quake: Bodies found in church buried by landslide
The 34 students are among the hundreds killed by the quake and tsunami which hit Indonesia.
Trump: FBI can question 'anybody' about Kavanaugh
The president says agents can interview anyone about his nominee as Republicans vow a vote this week.
Indonesia tsunami: Palu hit by 'worst case scenario'
Indonesia experiences earthquakes daily, but the scale of Palu's quake and tsunami took everyone by surprise.
How a lesbian love story is bypassing the Indian censors
Low-cost smartphones and mobile data are giving creative freedom to India's entertainment industry.
Can Trump really cut the US trade deficit?
The US President hopes the Nafta replacement will help change the trade balance - but it will take years to find out.
Kavanaugh and #MeToo: How US teens talk about sexual assault
The Kavanaugh hearings and #MeToo movement are shaping high school students' conversations about sex.
Gaza: Coding in a conflict zone
With most Gazans under 25, a new generation turns to coding to escape the constraints of conflict.
Mexico students v the state: Anniversary of 1968 massacre reopens recent wounds
Fifty years after the Tlatelolco student massacre, activists say young protesters remain in danger.
American Medical Missionary Wins Prestigious Jewish Prize for Work in Liberia
American missionary and Ebola survivor Dr. Rick Sacra wins prestigious L'Chaim Prize for Outstanding Christian Medical Missionary Service.
Sigur Rós drummer Orri Páll Dýrason quits band amid rape claim
Orri Páll Dýrason leaves the band after a woman alleges he raped her in 2013.
Female surfer sets new world record
Brazilian Maya Gabeira has set a new Guinness World Record by successfully riding the largest wave ever surfed by a female surfer.
Sleepy Kitten Music! The Perfect Music to Make your Kitten Calm Down and go to Sleep!
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Alan Walker - Darkside (feat. Au/Ra and Tomine Harket)
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Donald Trumps heralds 'new dawn' with trade deal
US president says a new trading deal with Canada and Mexico to replace Nafta is 'truly historic'.
Yemen rebel court 'sentences Baha'i trio to death'
The Baha'i community in the UK said the unnamed individuals were convicted of espionage and apostasy.
Brexit: EU diplomats say Hunt's Soviet comparison 'insulting'
UK Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt compared the EU's negotiating stance to the Soviet era.
Sir Paul McCartney photo-bombs newlyweds in Winnipeg
Sir Paul McCartney was riding his bike in Winnipeg when he passed a couple taking wedding photos.
Trump: I'd be the world's worst drinker
The US President said he was surprised by Brett Kavanaugh's drinking revelations and pointed out he doesn't drink himself.
France's Macron causes stir over 'raised middle finger' photo
The French president is photographed alongside a young man who is gesturing a raised middle finger.
Acapulco official given deadline to find missing police guns
Acapulco's former mayor is under a 72-hour deadline to deliver the arms or explain their absence.
Catalan protests: Rallies mark one year since independence vote
Pro-independence protesters blocked major roads across Catalonia and a high-speed railway line.
'They Sang, They Danced': South Sudan Celebrates Wycliffe's 1,000th New Testament Translation
"They sang, they danced, they were joyous," Wycliffe COO Russ Hersman said. "And this is a refugee community, a refugee community that has so little, and yet they were exuberant in their praise and joy."
Cern scientist Alessandro Strumia suspended after comments
Professor Alessandro Strumia of Pisa University said that "physics was invented and built by men".
Cardi B 'turns herself' in to police over strip club 'fight'
Charges are 'pending' for the 25-year-old according to the police in New York city.
Six of the best Charles Aznavour songs
He wrote more than 1,200 songs, many of them standards, but here are six of the most memorable.
Contaminated bootleg alcohol kills at least 42 in Iran
At least 460 people across the country, where alcohol is illegal, appear to have been poisoned.
Brett Kavanaugh's classmate says he lied about drinking
A classmate has described Trump's Supreme Court nominee as "belligerent and aggressive" when drunk.
Honour of Kings uses facial recognition to check ages
Tencent is to use facial recognition to enforce time limits on children playing Honour of Kings.
Bolivia sea dispute: UN rules in Chile's favour
The ICJ rules that Chile does not have to negotiate granting Bolivia sovereign access to the sea.
Chemnitz arrests: Six held for alleged far-right militancy in German city
The men allegedly formed a group called "Revolution Chemnitz" and planned to attack foreigners.
Mistaken identity as Pakistan embarrassed by wallet theft
Innocent man's photograph appears as civil servant is investigated over Kuwaiti delegate's missing wallet.
Space Rovers Land on Surface of Asteroid Ryugu 170M Miles Away, Capture Amazing Photos
Japan's space agency known as the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) is releasing unusual photos from space from the surface of asteroid Ryugu.
Hot air balloon hits pylon in Germany, with six rescued
The balloon became stranded 70m (230ft) above the ground in the western German city of Bottrop.
Former Miss Iraq 'threatened' after fellow Instagram star's murder
Shimaa Qassem says she fears for her life after the murder in Baghdad of another Iraqi Instagram star.
Charles Aznavour, French singing star, dies at 94
French singer and songwriter Charles Aznavour dies at the age of 94.
Iranian diplomat faces extradition from Germany over 'bomb plot'
A diplomat accused of involvement in an attack in France has no immunity, a German court rules.
Indonesia earthquake and tsunami: In search of loved ones
People continue the painful search for family lost in the deadly tsunami that hit Palu four days ago.
Gwyneth Paltrow marries TV producer Brad Falchuk
The couple are said to have exchanged vows in New York over the weekend.
Rugby captain charged with drink-driving
South Sydney Rabbitohs back Greg Inglis is charged with drink-driving - just hours after being appointed as Australia's new captain.
Sir Quentin Blake reimagines Matilda 30 years on
The schoolgirl genius from the much-loved book has grown up, and is pictured in five high-flying careers.
Jean-Claude Arnault, photographer in Nobel prize scandal, jailed
Jean-Claude Arnault, 72, receives a two-year prison sentence over a rape committed in 2011.
Macedonia referendum: PM vows to go ahead with name change
Low voter turnout means a referendum on the name change to North Macedonia was not binding.
Indonesia earthquake and tsunami: Dead buried in mass grave
At least 844 people are confirmed dead in Indonesia amid frantic efforts to help the survivors.
Koreas begin clearing landmines from heavily fortified border
The move to clear some 800,000 mines was agreed at a recent meeting between the leaders in Pyongyang.
Ryanair warns on profits as strikes hit income
Ryanair cuts its profit forecast, blaming the impact of strikes and higher fuel costs.
Lana Del Rey confronts Kanye West over support for Donald Trump on Saturday Night Live
The singer says West's support for Donald Trump "is a loss for the culture".
Scientist angers audience with views on women in physics
A senior professor tells a workshop in Switzerland that men, not women, face discrimination in physics.
Indonesia quake survivors looting: 'We need to eat'
Supplies are scarce after a quake and tsunami-hit Indonesia's Palu city and residents are desperate.
Survivors guard rubble of Indonesian tsunami town
Palu is at a precarious turning point, as people search desperately for their relatives.
Why is the International Criminal Court under attack?
Reality Check takes a look at the challenges faced by the International Criminal Court in bringing perpetrators of war crimes to justice.
Zere got death threats for singing in her bra in Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyz singer Zere has received death threats in response to a music video where she poses in a bra.
Iran launches missile strikes in Syria in response to deadly attack
The Revolutionary Guards say they have fired missiles in retaliation for a deadly attack in Iran.
Nafta: US and Canada 'reach new trade deal'
Nafta governs more than a trillion dollars in trade between the US, Canada and Mexico.
Catalan referendum: One year on
A year ago an illegal referendum took place in Spain's Catalonia region - what was achieved?
Brett Kavanaugh: White House denies limiting FBI inquiry
US media has suggested an inquiry into sexual misconduct allegations is being restricted.
IPCC: Climate scientists consider 'life changing' report
Scientists meet in Korea to discuss a report aimed at keeping global temperature rise under 1.5C this century.
Nicholle Kobi on importance of black women in art
French-Congolese artist Nicholle Kobi draws empowering images of black women, the kind she wishes she had seen growing up.
Cheryl sparkles on Paris catwalk
The singer joined Hollywood stars on a runway floating on the Seine at Paris Fashion Week.
'I'm surrounded by people - but I feel so lonely'
What does the world's largest study of loneliness tell us? And why are young people more likely to be lonely?
China Uighurs: All you need to know on Muslim 'crackdown'
Rights groups say a million Muslims are being detained in China. Here's more on what is happening.
Five things to know for the week ahead
Your Monday briefing on the most important stories coming up over the next seven days.
Man's best friend, wildlife's worst enemy
How our canine companions could pose a threat to endangered species.
Indonesia earthquake: Dozens feared trapped under quake rubble
Rescuers in the Indonesian city of Palu wait for heavy machinery to search debris for survivors.
Powerful Typhoon Trami hits Japan, injuring dozens
Typhoon Trami brings fierce rain and travel disruption, weeks after Japan's worst storm in 25 years.
Major Lazer - Aerosol Can ft. Pharrell Williams (Nix K Remix) [Bass Boosted]
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Maumoon Abdul Gayoom: Former Maldives president released on bail
Maumoon Abdul Gayoom was arrested earlier this year in a crackdown on the opposition.
Macedonia referendum: Polls close name change vote
The referendum on renaming the country North Macedonia could lead to Nato and EU membership.
Kellyanne Conway: 'I'm a victim of sexual assault'
The revelation came as she was defending President Trump's embattled Supreme Court nominee.
Hamilton wins in Russia after F1 team orders
Lewis Hamilton wins Russian GP following team orders for his team-mate Valtteri Bottas and a clever on-track pass on Sebastian Vettel.
Cristiano Ronaldo denies rape claim as 'fake news
The Portuguese footballer responds to claims by a US woman that he raped her in Las Vegas in 2009.
North Korea defector numbers 'drop' under Kim
Tighter border controls and higher rates by smugglers are key factors, a South Korean MP says.
Russian spy poisoning: Woman 'identifies' suspect as Anatoliy Chepiga
A woman in the Russian village of Beryozovka tells the BBC she recognises the Salisbury suspect.
The rise of retro filmmaking and resurgence of Super 8
Super 8 enjoys a huge resurgence as filmmakers ditch digital in favour of the original film format.
Indonesia earthquake: Huge surge in death toll
At least 832 people died in the earthquake and tsunami that hit Indonesia, emergency officials say.
Macedonians vote over renaming country
The name North Macedonia could end a 27-year dispute with Greece and clear the way for Nato and EU membership.
Indonesia earthquake: 'Race against time' to reach survivors
Many people remain missing on Sulawesi after a devastating earthquake which triggered a tsunami.