Abounding Opportunities

Many blocks in inner-city Johannesburg, the scene of a deadly fire, are deemed unfit to live in.

India's Adani Group stung by fresh controversy

A new report has alleged that the conglomerate used "opaque" funds in Mauritius to manipulate stock prices.

Police pull over car with huge bull in passenger seat.

The car had half of its roof cut off in order to fit the animal in.

Nebraska college volleyball match sets women's sport attendance record

A crowd of 92,003 fans watch Nebraska beat Omaha at their Memorial Stadium to set a new record attendance for a women's sporting event.

Ukraine gains on southern front could open way to Crimea, says Kyiv

Ukraine claims to have liberated the village of Robotyne, which could lead to a push towards Crimea.

Iran: Weightlifter Mostafa Rajai banned for photo with Israeli

Mostafa Rajai receives a lifetime ban after taking a photo with an Israeli competitor in Poland.

Mark Thompson: CNN appoints former BBC director general as chief executive

The British executive must rebuild the US news network after a series of crises and falling ratings.

Gabon coup: Ousted president Ali Bongo calls for support

Sitting in what he calls his residence, Ali Bongo called on his supporters to "make noise" after his ousting.

Ana de Armas: Judge throws out legal action over Yesterday film trailer

Two fans complained after the actress was edited out of a film despite appearing in the trailer.

Hundreds of thousands forced to scam in SE Asia: UN

The UN report is the first comprehensive study of the scale of the problem.

Coffee Meets Bagel: Dating app users rue missed connections amid outage

Those looking for love online express frustration as the popular app suffers days-long outage.

Live worm in woman's brain leaves surgeon shocked

The "string-like structure" was pulled from the patient's frontal lobe during surgery in Canberra last year.

Eminem and Vivek Ramaswamy revive battle between pop stars and politicians

Politicians want to gain credibility by playing pop songs - but musicians don't want to lose theirs.

Paul Whelan: US ex-marine seen in Russian labour camp video

It is the first time that ex-US Marine Paul Whelan is seen on video since his conviction in Russia.

Imran Khan: Pakistan court suspends former PM's corruption sentence

Pakistan's former PM has a sentence for corruption suspended but remains in jail on a separate charge.

Peru: Priest of Pacopampa exhumed after 3,000 years

The tomb in northern Peru contained the remains of a man dubbed the Priest of Pacopampa, officials say.

Palestinian fears grow amid rising Israeli settler attacks

Recent months have seen some of the worst ever scenes of settler violence in the occupied West Bank.

Niger coup: France defies ultimatum for ambassador to leave Niamey

France's president praises the diplomat for staying put despite being told to go by Niger's junta.

Jacksonville shooting: DeSantis booed at vigil for victims of racist attack

Hundreds gathered on Sunday to remember the three victims of a racist shooting in the Florida city.

Luis Rubiales: Spanish FA president's mother on hunger strike over kiss row

The mother of Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales goes on a hunger strike because of the "inhuman hunt" against her son.

Children have right to clean environment - report

The UN says countries must act urgently to protect children from the harmful effects of climate change.

China state media calls on British Museum to return artefacts

The editorial sparked discussion, with the topic 'please return Chinese antiquities' the top trend on Weibo.

Mitchel Musso: Hannah Montana star arrested over crisps theft

Mitchel Musso, who starred opposite Miley Cyrus in the US sitcom, spent a night in jail in Texas.

Alexandra Paul: Canadian Olympic figure skater dies in crash

Alexandra Paul's baby, who was also in the car, survived the crash in Ontario's Melancthon Township.

Uttar Pradesh: India school shut down over slapping row

A school in India is ordered sealed after its teacher asked students to slap their Muslim classmate.

Mancini named new Saudi Arabia football coach

Roberto Mancini is named the new manager of Saudi Arabia two weeks after he resigned as Italy head coach.

Jacksonville shooter, 21, who killed three 'wrote racist manifestos'

The man who shot dead three Black people had a "disgusting ideology of hate", Jacksonville's sheriff says.

In pictures: Redheads celebrate fiery locks at Dutch festival

Hundreds of ginger-haired people from across the world took part in the three-day Dutch gathering.

Afghanistan: Taliban ban women from visiting popular national park

Afghanistan's acting vice and virtue minister says female visitors to Band-e-Amir were not observing hijab rules.

Prigozhin confirmed dead after genetic tests - Moscow

The Wagner chief has been confirmed dead after the genetic analysis of bodies found in Wednesday's plane crash.

Trump campaign raises $7.1m following historic Georgia mugshot

Merchandise bearing the ex-president's scowling face at his arrest on Thursday is flying off the shelves.

Kenya power cuts: Airports boss sacked as tourists left stranded

Many homes are without electricity since Friday and Nairobi's main airport was plunged into darkness.

High altitude heist shocks Switzerland

The amount stolen is unclear, but believed to be around 400 to 500 Swiss francs.

Luis Rubiales: Fifa suspends Spanish FA boss over Jenni Hermoso kiss

Luis Rubiales, president of Spain's football federation, is provisionally suspended by world governing body Fifa.

Wagner mercenaries must swear allegiance to Russia - Putin

The presidential decree is aimed at employees of Wagner and other private military contractors.

Zanzibar boxing: Sixty-year ban to end with first bout

Outlawed in the 1960s for being "inhumane" the current president wants to bring it back.

Maui wildfires: 100 people reported safe after officials release list of missing

They got in touch with officials hours after a list with 388 names of missing people being published.

Gabon election: President Ali Bongo aims for third term

The incumbent President Ali Bongo hopes to extend his family's five-decade grip on power.

Spain Hermoso: Fans and players protest over Rubiales kiss

Protesters rallied at the Spanish Football Federation HQ to demand the resignation of Luis Rubiales after he kissed Jenni Hermoso on the lips.

Denmark plans jail term for burning Quran in public

Ministers propose the ban after a series of Quran burnings led to uproar in Muslim countries.

Franklin expedition: Portraits of doomed Arctic explorers go to auction

It is the only known complete set of crew member photographs from the Franklin expedition in the Arctic.

US condemns Israeli minister Ben Gvir's 'inflammatory' Palestinian comments

The ultranationalist minister's statement in an interview sparked a storm of criticism online.

Fukushima: Discharge from Japan nuclear plant safe, tests show

Fukushima operator Tepco reveals sample results after release of contaminated water into Pacific.

Fukushima: The fishy business of China's outrage over Japan's release

In China, there is alarm over the nuclear plant's water but its seafood ban isn't rooted in science.

Prigozhin: Vladimir Putin breaks silence over plane crash

The Russian president offered "sincere condolences" to the family of those killed in the crash.

Brics summit: Is a new bloc emerging to rival US leadership?

The expanding Brics club of nations, seen as a counter to the West, could challenge US dominance.

Yevgeny Prigozhin's notable moments from the war in Ukraine

The Russian mercenary leader is presumed dead after a plane he was on board was shot down.

Syria: Protests over growing economic hardship spread in south

Unrest has spread across government-held southern provinces since fuel subsidies were cut last week.

Republican debate: What they said (and didn't say) about climate

Twenty minutes into the presidential debate came a simple question. The answers were anything but.

Ukraine claims Crimea landing for 'special operation' on Independence Day

Kyiv claims Russia suffered personnel losses in an encounter that ensued in the peninsula's west.

Israeli Arabs demand action over spike in murders linked to organised crime

Groups calls for an emergency parliamentary debate on the crime wave, after four men are shot dead.

'My goodness!' - BBC reporter's live reaction to India's success

Watch Samira Hussain go through a rollercoaster of emotions as India completes historic space mission.

What do we know about drone attacks in Russia?

Russia says Ukraine has launched a series of drone strikes on its territory, including on Moscow.

Watch: The moment a drone hits Moscow skyscraper

The moment a drone hits an unfinished building in Russia's capital is captured on camera.

Greek fires rage after migrant tragedy near border

The bodies of 18 males were found in a forest in northern Greece where fires have burned for days.

Thaksin's return seals grand Thai political bargain

The end of Thaksin Shinawatra's 15-year-long exile is not an isolated event, but part of a grand political bargain.

Teacher describes scene of helicopter rescue

The eyewitness says he has already seen multiple rescue attempts.

Scooter Braun: Ariana Grande and Demi Lovato part ways with manager

The music mogul loses two of his main clients, with reports Justin Bieber is also looking to leave.

Crispin Dye: New person of interest identified in AC/DC manager death

The death of Crispin Dye is being investigated as part of an Australian inquiry into gay hate crimes.

South China Sea: Philippines resupplies Spratlys shoal troops

Manila claims mission success despite Beijing's attempts to "block, harass and interfere".

Fukushima: Anxiety and anger over Japan's nuclear waste water plan

Japan wants to release Fukushima's waste water into the ocean - and a lot of people are not happy.

Domino's Pizza signals closure of Russian business

The franchise owner says it will place its Russian business into bankruptcy.

Mario: Voice of Nintendo game star Charles Martinet steps down after 27 years

The actor will continue to work with Nintendo as a "Mario ambassador".

850 still missing after Maui fires, mayor says

President Joe Biden is expected to visit the island for the first time since the deadly wildfires.

Gas prices rise on fears of strikes in Australia

Benchmark gas prices for the EU and UK rose around 10% on Monday, according to Bloomberg.

Earthquake shakes parts of California during storm

As residents sheltered from a once-in-80 years storm, the floor shook from an earthquake.

Bernardo Arevalo: Anti-corruption leader wins Guatemala election

Bernardo Arevalo promises to end elite rule in the country mired in poverty and gang violence.

Baghdad advertising boards turned off over porn screening

Electronic screens were shut down after a hacker used one to run a pornographic film.

Two men die swimming during Ireland triathlon

The pair, aged in their 60s and 40s, were competing in a weather-affected Ironman event.

Women's World Cup: Fans rejoice in Madrid as Spain makes football history

As their team wins its first-ever World Cup in Sydney, supporters of women's football celebrate back home.

Man disparages Pride flag, then kills shopkeeper in California

The gunman is shot dead by US police, as Hollywood director Paul Feig pays tribute to the victim.

California braces for arrival of Hurricane Hilary

Hurricane Hilary lashes Baja California state and is headed for the south-western US.

Ron Cephas Jones, This Is Us star, dies aged 66

The US actor, won two Emmy Awards for his role in the TV series, had long-standing lung problems.

Ukraine war: Russia says drone injures five at Kursk railway station

Kyiv is accused of attacking the transport hub in Kursk - and also the Rostov and Moscow regions.

Sudan conflict: Black market AK-47s flood Sudan's capital

Khartoum has become lawless after four months of war, forcing some residents to arm themselves.

New shooting mars election campaign in Ecuador

Another shootout prompts a call to tackle gang violence ahead of Sunday's presidential vote.

West Bank: Two Israelis killed in suspected Palestinian shooting near Huwara

The Israeli military has set up blockades near the village of Huwara and is hunting for the gunman.

Britney Spears on Sam Asghari divorce: 'I couldn't take the pain anymore'

Writing after her husband filed for divorce, the singer says she "couldn't take the pain anymore".

Colombia earthquake: Guests leave as live TV broadcast disrupted

The news anchor remained calm and went to a commercial break.

Taiwan detects 42 warplanes in Chinese military drills

Taiwan condemned China's actions, saying the military drills were "irrational and provocative".

Twitter, now X, to remove blocking feature

Elon Musk says the feature "makes no sense", but users are concerned about protection from abuse.

Russian priest investigated for blessing Stalin statue

The cleric's local diocese says it is investigating the incident in the city of Velikiye Luki.

The moment a Southwest Airlines plane catches fire mid-flight

Eyewitness video shows flames near the engine of the Boeing 737 shortly after take-off.

Chandrayaan-3: India's lunar lander Vikram sends close-up photos of Moon

The photos are taken by Vikram, Chandrayaan-3's lander, which has begun the last phase of its mission.

Starvation deaths after Tigray aid halted - official

The region estimates at least 1,400 have died since a food corruption scam was uncovered in April.

Cologne Catholic diocese clergy and staff used work computers for porn, German media reports

Around 1,000 attempts to view blocked sites were made but no crime was committed, Cologne's Archdiocese says.

Watch the treacherous journeys out of wildfire-hit Canada

Shocking video of smoke-filled routes are shared online as deadlines to evacuate the Northwest Territories looms.

Belarus declares 19th Century nationalist poems 'extremist'

The move comes as part of a deepening crackdown by authoritarian leader Alexander Lukashenko.

Footage shows the wildfire threatening a Canadian city

Firefighters are struggling to contain the blaze as 20,000 residents have been told to evacuate.

Germany: Flood waters surge in Frankfurt underground station

Frankfurt was hit by severe thunderstorms and heavy rain, also causing disruption at the city's airport.

World Cup: Matildas score TV rating record in semi-final loss to England

Australia's semi-final against England drew the highest TV viewership recorded nationally in decades.

Gotthard: World's longest rail tunnel shut for months after freight crash

National Swiss rail operator SBB said a derailed freight train caused severe damage to tracks.

Lithuania closes two Belarus border crossings

The closures come amid rising concern over the presence of Wagner mercenary fighters in Belarus.

Libya militias battle in Tripoli after commander's arrest

Fierce clashes kill 55 people as many families are left trapped in their homes in Tripoli.

China police warn dangers of playing on high rises in shocking video

China police issue warnings after a child is seen playing hide and seek on the side of a apartment building.

Bindeshwar Pathak: India's 'Toilet Man' who made urinating safely a reality

India is mourning campaigner and social reformer Bindeshwar Pathak who died on Tuesday, aged 80.

Dominican Republic blast kills at least 11, including a baby

Firefighters are still searching for people missing after a powerful explosion rocked San Cristóbal.

Women's World Cup 2023: 'Football fever has taken over New Zealand'

After the curtain comes down on the Fifa Women's World Cup in New Zealand, what does the future of women's football look like in the country?

Raccoon with jar stuck on head helped by Ohio police

Bodycam footage shows Ohio police officers approaching the animal and removing a jar stuck on its head.

Maui fire: Families in Lahaina describe devastation after wildfire

Volunteers step in to help the homeless after the deadliest US wildfire in more than a century.

Trump indictments: A very simple guide to his four big legal cases

His courtroom problems are mounting as he campaigns to become president again in the 2024 election.

'You're kind of raised to hate tourists': Maui fires bring island tensions to a head

Tourist activity has continued despite devastating wildfires, bringing tensions with residents to a head.

Spain 2-1 Sweden: La Roja reach their first Women's World Cup final with dramatic win

Spain beat Sweden to reach their first Women's World Cup final in a dramatic finish in Auckland.

Soviet-era jet crashes during air show in Michigan

The pilot and passenger safely ejected just moments before the plane crashed in a plume of smoke.

Georgia prosecutors could charge Trump with racketeering, experts say

Mr Trump could face charges under the Rico Act over his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

Russian rouble falls to 16-month low against US dollar

The currency has been hit by rising imports and higher military spending for the Ukraine war.

Javier Milei: Trump admirer leads race for Argentina presidency

Javier Milei gets the biggest number of votes in a primary considered a key indicator for the election.

Why weren't Maui residents warned about the fire sooner?

Despite an extensive emergency warning system, Lahaina residents say the wildfire came as a surprise.

Cambodia: Thousands of war-era explosives found buried at high school

Thousands of unexploded munitions were discovered buried in the grounds of a high school.

New Zealand's youth vaping crisis clouds smoke-free future

As cigarettes are phased out, parents say new laws do little to address rampant vaping by young people.

Watch: On board the boat bringing aid to fire devastated Maui

Volunteers formed a human chain to pass aid off the boat as quickly as possible.

Hawaii fires: Jason Momoa warns tourists not to visit Maui

The actor says Hawaii is "not the place" for a holiday, as locals say tourists carry on as normal while tragedy unfolds.

Ukraine war: Three-week-old baby and family among seven killed in Russian shelling

Russian shelling in Ukraine's southern Kherson region leaves seven civilians dead.

Iran's politicians to debate hijab laws in secret

The new bill imposes strict punishments on women who fail to wear a headscarf in Iran.

Nigeria mosque collapse: At least seven die in Zaria

A crack had been discovered in one of the walls on Thursday, an official told local media.

Fukushima nuclear disaster: Activists march against Tokyo's waste plan

Hundreds of people march in Seoul to protest against plans to release nuclear wastewater into the ocean.

South Africa mass shooting: Manhunt launched in KwaZulu-Natal

The incident is thought to have happened after a suspect demanded his ID back, a police statement says.

Ukraine war: Crimea bridge targeted by missiles, Russia says

The bridge that connects Russia to occupied Crimea has been attacked at least twice before.

US returns haul of stolen artefacts to Italy

The items were all stolen from Italy in the late 1990s and some were worth millions of euros.

Hawaii fires: Relatives of residents struggle to help from afar

Kaleikaumaka Johnson relives the horror of what happened in her home town of Lahaina, devastated by wildfires.

Niger coup: Russia warns Ecowas not to take military action

Protesters gather in Niamey after a West African bloc approve intervention against coup leaders.

Why weren't Maui residents warned about the fire sooner?

Despite an extensive emergency warning system, Lahaina residents say the wildfire came as a surprise.

Special counsel to investigate President Biden's son Hunter

The prosecutor who brought criminal charges against Hunter Biden will get additional powers.

Ukraine fires military conscription officials for taking bribes

Officials took cash and cryptocurrency and helped people to leave Ukraine, President Zelensky says.

K2: Climbers deny walking by dying sherpa in bid to break record

Footage has emerged appearing to show Kristin Harila’s team climbing over Mohammed Hassan on Pakistan's K2.

Japan 1-2 Sweden: World Cup semi-finals beckon as Arsenal and Man City stars score

Sweden produce a magnificent performance to book a semi-final date with Spain and end Japan's dreams of winning the Women's World Cup.

South Africa's ex-President Jacob Zuma won't return to prison due to overcrowding

President Cyril Ramaphosa approved his release, extending the same to more than 9,000 low-risk prisoners.

Islamic State attack on army bus kills 23 Syrian soldiers

The jihadists surrounded a military bus in Deir al-Zour province before opening fire, reports say.

Plane passenger films Maui wildfires from the sky

Firefighters are still battling to contain the Hawaiian island's wildfires, which began on Tuesday.

Kai Cenat: Twitch streamer says he's 'beyond disappointed' after New York riot

Kai Cenat says some of those who attended a games-console giveaway "need serious counselling".

Yandex founder slams Russia's 'barbaric' war in Ukraine

Arkady Volozh, the ex-boss of Russia's tech giant, has previously faced criticism for not speaking out.

Ecuador politician murder: Prison gangs in terror reign

A presidential candidate has been killed in the latest assassination in Ecuador as gang crime soars.

Hawaii wildfires scorched land 'like an apocalypse'

Drone and helicopter footage shows Maui neighbourhoods burnt to the ground.

Tributes to British surgeon Kar Hao Teoh killed in South Africa

Surgeon Kar Hao Teoh, who worked at a hospital in Essex, is described as "a friend to many".

UN-Syria Bab al-Hawa aid delivery deal raises fears

A deal is reached to reopen a vital crossing, but aid groups warn it could be manipulated by Syria.

Italy waters down windfall tax on banks

The announcement prompted a rebound in the share prices of Italy's lenders.

Hawaii wildfires: Residents flee into sea to escape blazes

Dozens of homes and businesses are reportedly destroyed after wildfires engulfed the town of Lahaina.

Colombia conflict: Rebels deny plot to kill attorney general

ELN rebels say accusations they are planning to kill Attorney General Francisco Barbosa are "false".

Russia’s new schoolbook aims to justify war on Ukraine

The book makes numerous false claims and portrays Ukraine as an aggressive state run by nationalists.

Sinéad O'Connor's funeral, in pictures

Fans of the late singer and activist filled the Irish town of Bray's streets, before a private burial.

Sinead O'Connor: Crowds gather to view funeral cortege

The Irish singer died in July at the age of 56.

Niger coup: Wagner taking advantage of instability - Antony Blinken

There are concerns the Russian mercenary group may be gaining influence in the country.

South Korea: 1,000 buses evacuate scouts from disaster-hit World Jamboree

Scout contingents are leaving the international event in South Korea due to an incoming tropical storm.

Champions League: AEK Athens-Dinamo Zagreb qualifier postponed after fan killed

Tuesday's Champions League qualifier between AEK Athens and Dinamo Zagreb is postponed after a fan is stabbed to death on the eve of the game.

Ukraine arrests woman over alleged plot to kill Zelensky

Officials allege the suspect passed information to Russia about the Ukrainian president's movements.

Tou Thao: Ex-officer in George Floyd case gets 57 months for role in killing

Tou Thao was convicted of manslaughter charges for his part in George Floyd's death in May 2020.

German man arrested in France after wife allegedly held captive for 12 years

The woman was discovered at a flat in eastern France after contacting police in her native Germany.

Italian man crushed to death under falling cheese wheels

Giacomo Chiapparini was buried when a shelf broke in his warehouse in the Lombardy region on Sunday.

Central African Republic President Touadéra wins referendum with Wagner help

Referendum results say 95% of voters back the changes but turnout is believed to be very low.

German police investigate death of Mexican student

The body of María Fernanda Sánchez was found in a canal in Berlin two weeks after she disappeared.

Israeli security forces kill three Palestinians in West Bank

The Israeli army said in a statement that the Palestinians were heading to carry out an attack.

Slovenia floods 'worst-ever natural disaster'

The extreme flooding in Slovenia has caused millions of dollars worth of damage and killed at least three people.

Minibus plunges down Morocco ravine killing 24

It is reported to be one of deadliest accidents in the country, which has a poor road-safety record.

Ukraine replaces soviet emblem on Motherland statue

The Soviet-era emblem on Kyiv's Motherland statue has been replaced with the Ukrainian coat of arms.

Two migrants dead, 30 missing after shipwrecks off Italian coast

The Italian coastguard recovered the bodies of a one-year-old baby and a woman from the Ivory Coast.

Niger coup: Ecowas deadline sparks anxiety in northern Nigeria

Niger's junta has hours to restore the ousted president or face the possibility of military action.

Hun Sen: Cambodia election result confirms expected win for PM

Critics say July's election, which saw PM Hun Sen's party win 120 of 125 seats, was neither free or fair.

China floods: Torrential rains in Hebei province leave 10 dead

The flooding has devastated homes and submerged entire districts and farmlands.

German city hit by massive hail storm

Hail formed 30cm drifts in Reutlingen requiring snowploughs to be deployed, at the height of summer.

Chandrayaan-3: Historic India mission enters Moon orbit, aiming for south pole

If Chandrayaan-3 succeeds, India will be the first country to land near the Moon's little-explored south pole.

Kai Cenat: Police plan to charge twitch streamer after PS5 giveaway mayhem

Police say US influencer Kai Cenat could be charged with inciting a riot after chaos in Manhattan.

US approves postpartum depression pill

Clinical trials showed the drug helped to reduce depressive symptoms in as little as three days.

Florida deputy jumps onto a speeding runaway boat

Dramatic bodycam footage captures a Florida deputy's daring leap onto an out-of-control vessel.

Alexei Navalny: Russian opposition leader handed further 19 year jail term

The opposition leader is found guilty of further offences by a court at a behind closed doors hearing.

Andrew Tate's Romania house arrest lifted

The controversial influencer faces rape and human trafficking charges, which he denies.

Supreme Court suspends Rahul Gandhi's conviction in defamation case

The ruling paves the way for Mr Gandhi to return to parliament and contest the 2024 general elections.

Officer calls parents on Florida teen driving 132mph (212km/h)

The teen was going double the posted speed limit and the officer dialled up his father right away.

Helmet camera shows hiker rescue in extreme heat

Arizona State Troopers used helicopters to rescue five people stranded with heat exhaustion.

Mexico bus crash: 15 dead in Nayarit ravine plunge

The bus crashed off the highway early on Thursday in the coastal state of Nayarit.

Taylor Swift to play six Eras World Tour shows in Toronto

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at one point appealed to the superstar to bring her Eras tour to Canada.

Sebastián Marset: Fugitive sends video thanking police for 'tip-off'

An alleged drug smuggler wanted in four countries says police warned him about an impending raid.

Marseille riots: French officer in custody row admits firing riot gun

The policeman has been detained since a 22-year-old man was disfigured in Marseille last month.

World Scout Jamboree: Hundreds hit by heat exhaustion in S Korea

43,000 people are participating in the event which took place as temperatures reached 35C.

Imran Khan: Pakistan military is 'petrified' of elections

In an interview with BBC Hardtalk, the former PM says only a free and fair vote can save Pakistan.

Brazil police raids leave at least 43 people dead

Police have seized drugs and weapons following operations against drug gangs in three states.

Worldcoin suspended in Kenya as thousands queue for free money

The authorities say they have data privacy concerns over Sam Altman's new cryptocurrency project.

Rhodes fires: Free holiday for evacuated tourists, Greek PM says

The Greek PM encouraged tourists to return to the island as an "act of generosity" after wildfires.

Gianluigi Buffon: Italy legend retires aged 45

Former Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon retires from professional football aged 45.

Who is Tanya Chutkan? The hard-line judge on Trump's election case

Tanya Chutkan is a veteran jurist behind some of the toughest sentences of US Capitol rioters.

Niger power blackouts blamed on coup sanctions

Nigeria reportedly cuts electricity supplies to increase pressure on the military junta.

Donald Trump indictment: Why these charges are most serious ones yet

These accusations are the gravest ones yet levelled at the former president, says our North America editor.

Nicholas Rossi: US fugitive who faked his death can be extradited

A sheriff says Nicholas Rossi is "as dishonest and deceitful as he is evasive and manipulative".

Brazil: Migrants rescued after 14 days at sea on ship's rudder

The Nigerian migrants hoped to travel to Europe, but ended up thousands of miles away in Brazil.

US limits Hungarian visa rights over security risk

A plan which gave a million people Hungarian citizenship is prone to "breaches", the US says.

Russian cruise ship leaves Batumi after Georgian protests

Anti-war demonstrators waving Ukrainian and Georgian flags objected to tourists entering Batumi.

Voyager 2: Nasa loses contact with record-breaking probe after sending wrong command

A signal sent in error left Voyager 2's antenna tilting the wrong way, severing contact with Earth.

Watch: Snake invades Sri Lanka cricket match