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The pills were hidden in bags of flour confiscated in a raid on a Riyadh warehouse, officials say.

Germans say goodbye to summer of €9 travel tickets

The tickets, aimed at helping the public with increasing prices, have been hailed a major success.

Munich Olympics massacre compensation deal struck

Nearly 50 years after 11 Israeli athletes were killed, the German government agrees to pay relatives €28m.

Camilo Guevara: Son of Marxist revolutionary Che Guevara dies

Che Guevara's eldest son, 60-year-old Camilo, dies of a stroke while visiting Venezuela.

Oscar Pistorius: South African ex-Paralympian seeks to force early prison release

The ex-Paralympian is serving a 13-year sentence for the murder of his girlfriend nine years ago.

Pakistan floods: Dog shelter staff rescue 250 canines

Animal shelter staff in north-west Pakistan race to save their 250 dogs from severe flood water.

Russia: Mikhail Gorbachev changed history, but was wrong about ties to West

The former president opened up the Soviet Union but failed to prevent its collapse in 1991.

Nourah al-Qahtani: Saudi woman jailed for 45 years for social media posts

Nourah al-Qahtani was convicted of "violating public order using social media", activists say.

Giant hailstone: Toddler killed in violent Spanish storm - report

Around 50 people are injured by hailstones that measured up to 10cm in diameter.

Mexico's Queen of the Pacific sues Netflix over series

Sandra Ávila Beltrán says the Queen of the South series is based on her life and demands royalties.

World's loneliest man: Rare footage of him in the Amazon

Footage of a tribesman, who was the last survivor of an indigenous group in Brazil, shows him cutting down trees.

Jharkhand: Murdered India teen's dreams snuffed out by stalker

The teenager was set on fire by an alleged stalker who is now in police custody.

Ukraine grain deal: Where are the ships going?

More than 50 ships have braved the risks to take food from Ukraine to destinations around the world.

Timed Teaser: Blast! What scuppered lift-off?

Test your knowledge of the news these last few days - 10 questions, 10 seconds each. Go!

Guinness World Record: Man rides 38 miles in giant pumpkin

Duane Hansen grew the 846lb (384kg) pumpkin in his garden with the aim to beat the 25.5 mile record.

Pakistan floods: Hundreds of people rescued in airlifts

People are being rescued because of the devastating floods across the country.

'Man of the Hole': Last of his tribe dies in Brazil

The last member of an uncontacted indigenous group in Brazil had lived in total isolation for decades.

Moqtada al-Sadr, dominant Iraqi political leader, retires from politics

The step by Moqtada al-Sadr, whose supporters recently stormed parliament, is seen as a major move.

Man killed by lions after climbing into zoo enclosure

The authorities are trying to find out why he climbed into the lion enclosure in Accra's zoo.

Charli XCX: I was always up for getting down and dirty

Looking back at her career from illegal raves to stadium tours, the star wonders what will come next.

Pakistan floods: Sindh province awaits more deluges and devastation

More than 1,000 people have died since monsoons began in June, with new floods this week.

In pictures: Floods and fear in Pakistan

Floods have killed more than 1,000 people across Pakistan since June and millions more have been affected.

José Eduardo dos Santos: State funeral for Angola ex-president

Angolans mourn 38-year ruler José Eduardo dos Santos, despite a family row over where he should be buried.

Pakistan floods: Bed frames used to pull victims over rushing water

Several people are brought to safety by volunteer helpers in Swat, northern Pakistan.

Noida twin towers demolition: The moment Supertech skyscrapers imploded

The blast, which took months of careful planning, lasted just about 12 seconds.

Ukraine war: Russian recruitment drive unlikely to have impact - UK

Vladimir Putin recently pledged to increase Russia's armed forces personnel by 137,000.

Bilkis Bano: Protests in India over release of gang rapists

Protests take place over the release of 11 men who gang-raped a Muslim woman in 2002.

Serbia-Kosovo ID document row settled, says EU

Tensions have been rising over disagreements including the movement of citizens across the border.

Shaquille O'Neal backs Australian Indigenous vote

The former basketball star backs Australia's bid to increase Indigenous voices in parliament.

Pakistan floods: Thousands told to evacuate as rivers rise

Monsoon-induced floods continue to cause destruction in what is said to be one of the country's worst disasters.

EuroPride 2022: Serbia will not host event, says president

President Alexandar Vucic cancels the parade - but organisers insist they will go ahead.

United States to appoint first Arctic Ambassador

On Friday, Nato chief Jens Stoltenberg warned of the Russian threat in northern polar regions.

Hungarians warning education becoming 'too feminine'- report

A rise in female graduates disadvantages men and leads to fewer births, says a Hungarian watchdog.

Moderna suing Pfizer over Covid vaccine technology

Moderna said it is suing Pfizer and its German partner BioNTech for patent infringement.

Zuckerberg tells Rogan FBI warning prompted Biden laptop story censorship

In an interview with Joe Rogan, Mark Zuckerberg says the story was flagged after an FBI warning.

Pakistan floods: 33 million affected by historic rains, says minister

Historic downpours and major floods have battered the nation since June, killing hundreds.

Women attend first league match in Iran for 40 years

The rare move for Iran to allow women into stadiums where men are playing followed appeals by Fifa.

WHO boss: I can't help my starving Ethiopian family

Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus says he does not even know who in his family is dead or alive amid the war.

Chinese outcry after volleyballers wear N95 masks during match

China's Volleyball Association later apologised, saying the decision was due to "lack of experience".

Zaporizhzhia: Occupied nuclear plant disconnected from grid - Ukraine

Fires damaged nearby power lines forcing the Zaporizhzhia site to be cut off, Ukraine's nuclear agency says.

Putin orders 10% boost in Russian troop numbers

The Russian president signs a decree to add 137,000 service personnel to the million-strong army.

Phophi Ramathuba: South African official's hospital rant at Zimbabwean goes viral

A video shows a local official chastising a Zimbabwean patient for crossing the border for treatment.

French oil firm TotalEnergies denies link to Russian jet supplies

Transport Minister Clément Beaune calls for light to be shed on allegations surrounding TotalEnergies.

Bali: Transgender student dies in police custody

Peruvian transgender rights activist Rodrigo Ventocilla, died after being arrested at the airport.

Shinzo Abe: Japan police chief resigns over ex-PM assassination

Local police have previously said there were "undeniable" flaws in security for the former PM.

Facebook feeds flooded with celebrity spam

Thousands of users reported issues on Wednesday as a glitch hit the social media site's homepage.

Elton John gives diners preview of Britney Spears' first music since 2016

Sir Elton John asks a French restaurant DJ to play his Britney Spears duet and streams the reactions.

No fuel imports to UK from Russia for first time

Imports of goods from Russia fell to £33m in June, the lowest level since 1997, official figures show.

Go-karting for French prisoners a mistake, admits Fresnes governor

It was meant as a day of fun and games at France's second largest prison, but it prompted an outcry.

Peru to sue Repsol for $4.5bn over oil spill

The spill has been described by Peru as the worst ecological disaster around Lima in recent memory.

Japan should consider building new nuclear plants: Kishida

Most of the country's nuclear plants were suspended after the 2011 Fukushima disaster.

China textbooks revised after 'ugly' cartoons spark outcry

Anger over the "ugly, racist and spooky" images leads to illustrators and publishers being sacked.

Najib Razak: Malaysia's ex-PM starts jail term after final appeal fails

Najib Razak denies charges of appropriating millions of dollars from a state-owned wealth fund.

Ben & Jerry's fails to stop sales in Israeli settlements

A US judge denies a request to block a deal by Unilever that will allow such sales to continue.

Colombian police officers held over killing of youths

Colombia has a history of "false positives" - civilians murdered by the military and passed off as rebels.

Darya Dugina's father speaks at her Moscow memorial service

The father of the late journalist speaks at her memorial in Moscow after she was killed by a car bomb.

Dogs can cry when owners come home, study suggests

Ecstatic canines can well up when they are reunited with their human companions, a study suggests.

'Robin Hood' of Delhi arrested amid claims of 160 crimes

Unlike the Disney version, Wasim Akram is alleged to have kept much of his gains for himself.

Sanna Marin: Dancing women show support for Finland's PM

Women have uploaded videos of themselves dancing after party videos of Sanna Marin were leaked.

Pedro I: Emperor's embalmed heart on plane to Brazil

The heart of Pedro I, Brazil's first emperor, will be exhibited to mark 200 years of independence.

Kenya elections 2022: Win or lose, why Raila Odinga's election challenge matters

Raila Odinga has been mocked for challenging election results but each case improves Kenya's democracy.

377A: The moment Singaporeans learn gay sex ban will end

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong confirmed the ban of the colonial-era law in a televised speech.

Why are these Americans turning in (some of) their guns?

When police in Texas offered to buy back unwanted firearms, gun owners of all kinds showed up.

Wrexham AFC owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have documented their first season

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney are the real-life stars of Welcome to Wrexham, a documentary series about their first season as football club owners

Ukraine war: Allies seek more security at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

Britain, France, Germany and the US stress the need for nuclear safety as fighting rages in Ukraine.

Iraq collapse: Bodies pulled from rubble after landslide hits shrine

Bodies are found after the Qattarat al-Imam Ali shrine was hit by a landslide in the Karbala region.

In pictures: Drought in Europe exposes sunken ships, lost villages and ominous 'hunger stones'

Nazi warships, lost villages and "hunger stones" are revealed as water levels drop across Europe.

377A: Singapore to end ban on gay sex

The repeal of a colonial-era law will effectively legalise homosexuality in the conservative state.

Portugal wildfires: State of alert begins amid third heatwave

The country is bracing for its third heatwave of the summer, with temperatures of up to 38C predicted.

Pondoland: South Africa's cannabis growers left behind by legalisation plans

South Africa is on the brink of legalising cannabis, but many traditional growers feel left out.

Inside Amapiano, the new sound of South Africa

In Zulu, Amapiano literally means “the pianos” and it's a blend of house, kwaito, jazz, and lounge music.

New Zulu king crowned in South Africa

Thousands gather for the traditional Zulu coronation, which saw Misuzulu ka Zwelithini become king.

Ukraine war: Drone attack targets Russian Black Sea fleet in Crimea

The attack on the Black Sea fleet in Sevastopol is the latest in a string of strikes against Russia.

Turkey crash: Bus ploughs into crash scene, killing rescuers

The bus hit emergency crews and journalists at the site of an earlier road accident, killing 16.

Ukraine displays destroyed Russian tanks in Kyiv

Destroyed Russian military vehicles are on display in Kyiv, ahead of Ukraine's Independence Day.

Seized £63m Russian superyacht Axioma to be sold at Gibraltar auction

The monster boat can sleep 12 guests and boasts a swimming pool, jacuzzi, spa and 3D cinema.

Jonah Hill to stop promoting films to protect his mental health

A psychologist says the Superbad actor "should be applauded" for opening up about anxiety attacks.

Evangelista on Vogue cover after 'deforming' surgery

It's a year since the model said a botched cosmetic procedure had left her "brutally disfigured".

Billionaire Xiao Jianhua jailed for 13 years in China

Chinese-Canadian tycoon Xiao Jianhua disappeared from a luxury hotel in Hong Kong in 2017.

Xi and Putin to attend G20 summit in Bali, Indonesia's Jokowi says

All eyes will be on the November summit, with US President Joe Biden also expected to attend.

Should parents take their babies to a comedy show?

Comedian Matt Forde says a crying infant "derailed" his performance at the Edinburgh Fringe.

Escaped bull wrecks shop in Peru

The animal had escaped from a truck transporting it to an abattoir.

Rohingya: What recent flip-flop over India's refugee policy says

India is not a signatory to international laws for refugee protection and follows an ad-hoc policy.

Trump Organization: Allen Weisselberg pleads guilty to tax crimes

Allen Weisselberg, a long-serving executive at Donald Trump's company, must pay back almost $2m.

France's deadly 'urban rodeo' bikers prompt crackdown

A summer scourge in the suburbs leaves young people dead and injured and prompts promises of action.

Covid in China: Fish tested amid Xiamen outbreak

Footage has gone viral showing live fish and crabs being tested in China for the coronavirus.

Ukraine war: Drone pilots mark targets for new offensive

Small units play a key role in targeting Russian armour as Ukraine attempts to retake Kherson.

Battery power problem cuts short Russian spacewalk, Nasa says

A cosmonaut was rushed back to the International Space Station on Wednesday, the US space agency says.

Sanna Marin: Finland PM partying video causes backlash

Sanna Marin denies taking drugs after video emerged showing her partying with friends.

Patrick Reed: American golfer suing The Golf Channel for defamation in $750m lawsuit

US golfer Patrick Reed files a $750m defamation lawsuit against American television network The Golf Channel and commentator Brandel Chamblee.

Outrage as India rapists leave jail to hero's welcome

Eleven Hindu men convicted for her gang-rape and the murder of her family members have been freed.

Water levels on Italy's Lake Garda at 15-year low

Parts of northern Italy are experiencing their worst drought in 70 years.

Liz Cheney: Trump critic blasts Republican 'personality cult' after defeat

Liz Cheney criticises the former president after losing to a Trump-backed candidate in Wyoming.

Spanish fires: Passengers injured fleeing train in Bejís

Ten people are injured, three seriously, as a train is caught up in a wildfire in eastern Spain.

Israel and Germany condemn Palestinian leader's '50 Holocausts' claim

Israeli and German leaders express outrage after Mahmoud Abbas accuses Israel of "50 Holocausts".

Elon Musk sends social media into frenzy with joke on Twitter about buying Man Utd

Elon Musk, the world's richest man, sends social media into a frenzy with a joke on Twitter that he is buying Manchester United.

Liz Cheney: Republican Trump critic faces election battle in Wyoming

Liz Cheney's top challenger was picked by Donald Trump, illustrating the competing sides of the party.

'Every day we live our lives in fear' under Taliban rule

A lack of freedom and human rights are affecting Afghan women’s mental health, an activist says.

Estonia begins removing Soviet-era war monuments

The government says it wants to remove a source of tension after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Turkey-Greece migrants: 38 people found stranded on tiny, unnamed island

The group - including a pregnant woman and seven children - have been stuck since mid-July.

US 'must contest' Chinese missiles over Taiwan, says admiral

Firing missiles over Taiwan is a "gorilla in the room" that must be challenged, a top US commander says.

Liz Cheney: Trump’s nemesis faces Republican day of reckoning

Wyoming Republicans decide on Tuesday if Liz Cheney is a defender of the constitution or a "swamp rat".

Rudy Giuliani is target of Georgia election investigation

The ex-New York mayor, due to testify this week, dismissed the inquiry as politically motivated.

Egypt church fire: Triplets and twins among 15 children killed

Details are emerging about some of the 15 children who died in Sunday's blaze at a Coptic church.

Mar-a-Lago: FBI warns of increased threats after Trump search

A memo to law enforcement notes an uptick in "threats and acts of violence" since the Mar-a-Lago search.

Norway bridge collapse: Drivers of two vehicles rescued

The drivers of two vehicles have been rescued after a bridge collapsed into water in the south of Norway.

Kenya election result: William Ruto defies the odds for victory

Deputy President William Ruto was the underdog in the race for the presidency.

Kenya election result: William Ruto wins presidential poll

The announcement was marred by scuffles, allegations of vote-rigging and a divided electoral commission.

Trapped Mexico miners: Setback as water levels rise

Rescue attempts have been delayed again after the water level in the flooded shafts suddenly rose.

Shanghai Covid: Ikea shoppers flee attempt to lock down store

Video shows people running out of the store in Xuhui district as guards tried to shut them in.

Moment explosion rocks shopping centre in Armenia

People can be seen running as a massive plume of smoke spreads quickly following the explosion.

US Taiwan: Congress team follows Pelosi with second high-level visit in a month

The trip comes just 12 days after a controversial tour by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.

Egypt fire: Dozens dead in Giza Coptic church

The blaze broke out at a Coptic Christian church in the city of Giza causing a stampede.

Walrus Freya who became attraction in Norway's Oslo Fjord put down

Freya had to be euthanised because the public went too close to her, officials said.

'We are waiting for rain, for winter, for God' - Fighting a megafire in France

On the frontline of the wildfires in France is a tactical team trying to stay ahead of the flames.

Saudi Aramco: Oil giant tops own record with $48.4bn quarterly profit

The staggering profit comes amid soaring oil prices in the aftermath of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Medusa festival: One killed as strong winds cause stage collapse in Spain

At least 40 others were injured in bad weather at a popular electronic music festival near Valencia.

Horrifying, ghastly: Authors condemn attack on Salman Rushdie

The literary world has reacted to the attack on Salman Rushdie with shock and condemnation.

Kenya elections 2022: Live result updates

The latest results from the presidential and parliamentary races.

Southern Baptist abuse claims under DoJ investigation

A report this year accused the largest US Protestant denomination of covering up abuse.

Medusa festival: High speeds winds cut Spanish festival short

A local news outlet reports wind speeds of up to 65km/h tore off part of the festival's main stage.

Puck Fair: Wild goat removed from festival 'throne' amid Irish heat alert

The goat is taken down from its pedestal on Friday for the second day in a row as temperatures soar.

Salman Rushdie attacked on stage in New York

Author Salman Rushdie, who suffered years of death threats after writing The Satanic Verses, attacked on stage in New York state.

Drought hits Germany's Rhine River: 'We have 30cm of water left'

The Rhine is a key shipping route for Germany and Europe - so what happens if it's too shallow to use?

Suspected bank robber rescued from tunnel near Vatican

Police believe the alleged gang member could have been burrowing into a bank near the Vatican.

Freya the walrus could be put down unless public back off, Norway warns

Freya the walrus, a popular attraction in the Oslo Fjord, is in danger from too much attention.

Bear cub high on hallucinogenic 'mad honey' rescued by park rangers

The animal was found incapacitated after consuming hallucinogenic rhododendron plants.

German ex-leader Gerhard Schroeder sues parliament over lost perks

The former chancellor has faced criticism over his links to Russian energy companies.

Legoland: Rollercoaster crash at Germany resort injures 30

The accident reportedly happened after two rollercoaster trains collided into each other.

UN alarm as Ukraine nuclear power plant shelled again

Ukraine and Russia trade accusations as the Zaporizhzhia nuclear facility, Europe's largest, is hit.

Megafire rips through swathes of land near Bordeaux

Firefighters continue to try to extinguish the wildfire raging through the Gironde region.

Afghanistan: Cleric killed by bomb hidden in artificial leg - reports

Sheikh Rahimullah Haqqani, who had close ties with the Taliban, was a prominent supporter of girls' education.

Kenya Election 2022: Why the count is taking so long

The electoral commission tells people not to panic as media houses broadcast different tallies.

France firefighters battle 'monster' wildfire near Bordeaux

The blaze in France's south-west has gutted a number of homes and forced some 10,000 people to flee.

South Africa sex crime: Authorities charge seven over gang rape

The case is connected to an attack on eight women filming a music video at an abandoned mine.

Australia Covid: Contact tracing app branded expensive 'failure'

The health minister urges people to delete the contact-tracing app, which identified just two infections.

Thousands of beagles saved from drug trials in US

A rescue operation is under way to rehome the dogs from a breeding facility in Virginia.

China says Taiwan military drills are over after Pelosi visit

The sea and air exercises were in response to US politician Nancy Pelosi's visit to the island.

Mexico's indigenous groups celebrate their heritage

Mexico marked the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples with an exuberant parade.

Langya: New virus infects 35 people in eastern China

The patients are thought to have caught the virus from animals such as shrews, and not from humans.

Ukraine conflict: Ban Russian visitors, Zelensky urges West

Ukraine's call for a widespread ban has also been supported by Estonia, Latvia and Finland.

US officials concerned as Russia launches Iranian satellite

The US has warned Russia plans to maintain use of the satellite to spy on Ukrainian troop movements.

Serena Williams suggests retirement from tennis after US Open

Serena Williams, the 23-time Grand Slam singles champion and one of tennis' greatest players, says she is "evolving away" from the sport.

Lamont Dozier: Motown hitmaker dies aged 81

As part of the Holland, Dozier, Holland team he wrote hits for The Supremes, The Four Tops and more.

Leandro Lo: Funeral held for killed Jiu-Jitsu champion

World champion Leandro Lo, 33, was shot in the head while attending a concert at a club in São Paulo.

West Bank: Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades commander Ibrahim al-Nabulsi killed in Nablus

Ibrahim al-Nabulsi, commander of al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades in Nablus, had escaped arrest before.

How I taught a vulture to fly with me

Brazilian tour guide Israel Mendes adopted Urú, a vulture, after finding him abandoned in a bin.

Amanda Todd: Dutch man convicted of sexually extorting teenager

Amanda Todd took her own life weeks after posting a video in which she detailed her harassment online.

Climate change: Alps glaciers melting faster as heatwaves hit

Meltwater flows from the glaciers, which may be set for their highest mass losses in 60 years.

Roger E. Mosley: Magnum P.I. actor dies aged 83 after car crash

Roger E. Mosley starred opposite Tom Selleck in all eight seasons of the original Magnum P.I.

China resort lockdown: Escaping to Sanya only to face fresh curbs

Many in Sanya had arrived hoping for relief from strict Covid-control measures in bigger cities.

Ukraine: Any attack on a nuclear plant is 'suicidal', says UN

António Guterres says inspectors must be given access to the site, after it was shelled at the weekend.

US President Biden leaves White House for first time since Covid

The US president is leaving for his home state of Delaware after testing negative for the virus.

Israel-Gaza: Talks under way to broker ceasefire in Gaza

Egypt tries to broker a truce between Israel and Palestinian militants, as Gazans mourn their dead.

Climate change: US takes step closer to passing 'historic' bill

The bill - which aims to help reduce US carbon emissions by 40% by 2030 - could pass next week.

Horniman Museum to return 72 artefacts to Nigeria

The chair of the Horniman Museum said it was "moral" to return items taken by "force" years ago.

Mexican mining rescue: Ten miners trapped underground

The 10 workers are stuck underground in Coahuila after a tunnel wall collapsed in a mine shaft.

Sanya: Covid lockdown strands tourists on 'China's Hawaii'

Over 80,000 tourists in the resort known as "China's Hawaii" face new restrictions and cancelled flights.

Commonwealth Games: How climate change is changing life around the world

Climate change is here. But it is also everywhere. Three Commonwealth athletes explain how it is changing their sport and homes.

Taiwan: US hits out at 'irresponsible' China amid attack rehearsal claims

The US has accused Beijing of "provocative" actions after Taiwan said China rehearsed an attack.

Lightning strike causes major fire at Cuban fuel depot

Dozens are injured and 17 firefighters are missing as the battle continues to get the fire under control.

Biden tests negative for Covid after 'rebound' case - doctor

The US president will stay in isolation until he has a second negative test, his doctor says.

Island trip lays bare US-China tussle in the Pacific

A speech by senior US officials to commemorate a WWII Pacific battle comes amid tensions with China.

John Legend on abortion rights: 'Government should not be involved'

The singer has spoken out on the issue after his partner suffered a miscarriage two years ago.

Zaporizhzhia: Russian strikes forced nuclear reactor closure, operator says

The firm that operates Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant says there is also a risk of radioactive leaks.

Croatia bus crash: Twelve Polish pilgrims killed and 31 injured

All 31 surviving passengers are injured, with some fighting for their lives, officials say.

Judith Durham: Former Seekers lead singer dies aged 79

The Australian musician found fame in The Seekers, a folk music group, before going solo.

Canada to ban import of handguns pending total freeze

Gun ownership rules are strict, but the government has taken measures to further tighten legislation.

Kevin Spacey ordered to pay $31m to House of Cards producers

The US actor has lost his appeal to have an arbitration award to the show's producers overturned.

Obituary: Gary Schroen, the CIA spy sent to get Osama Bin Laden

Gary Schroen, one of the first Americans on the ground in Afghanistan after 9/11, has died aged 80.

Gaza: Emergency services arrive at flats hit by strike

The deadly strike killed at least eight Palestinians, including a child, says Gaza's health ministry.

French mayor threatens €15,000 deposit to climb Mont Blanc

The deposit is meant to cover rescue and funeral costs amid increased rockfalls caused by hot weather.

Covid-19: North Korea claims to have recovered from outbreak

There is widespread scepticism over North Korea's claim to have the world's lowest Covid death rate.

China-Taiwan: Joseph Wu defends US Speaker Pelosi's visit

Joseph Wu tells the BBC he will continue inviting leaders to Taipei, as China sanctions Nancy Pelosi.

Migrants targeted in South Africa after gang rape outrage

A mob sets fire to homes a week after migrants are accused of raping eight women.

Queensland shooting: Three killed on remote Australian property

Police have locked down a rural area in Queensland while they conduct a manhunt.

Brittney Griner: Russian prosecutors seek nine-and-a-half year sentence

The US basketball star pleaded guilty to drugs charges but denies deliberately breaking the law.

Men convicted over Brazil fire that killed 242 go free

The men had been found guilty of causing the deadly blaze at the Kiss nightclub in Brazil in 2013.

The view from Taiwan: 'We've had this for 70 years'

"They're a bunch of gangsters," says one man fishing on the dockside, as Chinese missiles fly nearby.

Taiwan tensions: China condemns 'manic' visit as Pelosi continues tour

China's foreign minister defends military drills around Taiwan following Nancy Pelosi's visit.

Nord Stream 1: The 12-metre turbine threatening Europe's gas supply

The vital pipeline component is stuck in Germany as Russia refuses to take it back after repairs.

Mecca: Joy as pilgrims able to touch ancient Black Stone

The ancient relic has been out of reach of worshippers for two years because of the pandemic.

Kenya: Wildlife trafficking suspect seized after $1m reward

Abdi Hussein Ahmed is suspected of links to a transnational wildlife and drug trafficking syndicate.

Taiwan: Pelosi leaves Taipei to sound of Chinese fury

"Those who play with fire will not come to a good end," warns China's foreign minister after the visit.

China-Taiwan: As China broods, Taiwan is in a 'Pelosi lovefest'

The US Speaker's visit is celebrated in Taipei, but could it spark a major US-China crisis?

Dev Patel: Actor breaks up knife fight in Australia

The Slumdog Millionaire star successfully broke up an altercation in Adelaide on Monday.

Arizona Primary: Rusty Bowers, who defied Trump, loses re-election bid

Rusty Bowers, who testified against Donald Trump in June, loses to an ally of the ex-president.

Watch: Nancy Pelosi lands in Taiwan amid China tensions

The US Democrat landed in Taiwan's capital Taipei, despite sharp warnings from China over the visit.

Ukraine war: Russia accuses US of direct role in Ukraine war

Moscow accuses the US of directly approving targets for US-made artillery used by Ukraine.

Maya rulers' ashes turned into pelota balls - expert

Remains may have been turned into pelota balls to help rulers be immortal, an archaeologist says.

Authorities investigate after mysterious sinkhole appears in Chile

Authorities are investigating the sinkhole which is about 25m (82 ft) wide and 200m (650ft) deep.

BTS could perform while doing military service

The oldest member of the K-pop band turns 30 next year so the issue has come into focus in South Korea.

People are being airlifted to safety to escape Kentucky floods

Dozens of people have died and hundreds remain missing in the US state.

Conjoined Brazilian twins separated with help of VR

Surgeons say space-age technology helped doctors in separate countries to work together.

Kentucky floods: Death toll rises to 30, 'hundreds' still missing

Authorities fear the death toll would continue to rise in the worst flooding seen in decades.

Pat Carroll: Actress who voiced Little Mermaid's Ursula dies aged 95

The Emmy-winning comic actress also worked with stars including Mickey Rooney and Mary Tyler Moore.

Ukraine war: 'We hope nothing will happen' - Grain ship crew

The first ship carrying grain, after the deal was struck with Russia, leaves the Ukrainian port of Odesa.

Ukraine war: The last remaining families in Bakhmut

Olena and her family are one of the last remaining in the Donetsk region where an evacuation order is in place.

Iran's atomic energy chief says country could build a bomb but has no plan to

The rare claim is likely to intensify concerns over Iran's controversial nuclear programme.

Monkeybox: Kerala confirms India's first death and isolates 20 contacts