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China's ban on ivory trade comes into force

China's ban on ivory trade comes into force http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The ban on all trade in ivory is being hailed as a major step towards protecting elephant populations. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 11:13AM

China's ban on ivory trade comes into force

China's ban on ivory trade comes into force http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The ban on all trade in ivory is being hailed as a major step towards protecting elephant populations. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 11:13AM

UK family killed in Australia seaplane crash

UK family killed in Australia seaplane crash http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Richard Cousins is believed to have chartered the plane to visit an exclusive restaurant near Sydney. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 10:03AM

Thousands flee fireworks explosion at Australia beach

Thousands flee fireworks explosion at Australia beach http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Two people are injured and thousands flee a beach after fireworks on a barge go off at random. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 09:15AM

North Korea's Kim Jong-un issues threats and olive branch

North Korea's Kim Jong-un issues threats and olive branch http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The North Korean leader's new year message contained both a warning and an olive branch. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 09:28AM

United Arab Emirates introduces VAT for first time

United Arab Emirates introduces VAT for first time http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Gulf state has been under pressure to increase state revenue in the face of lower oil prices Author -- January 01, 2018 at 09:22AM

Thousands flee fireworks explosion at Australia beach

Thousands flee fireworks explosion at Australia beach http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Two people are injured and thousands flee a beach after a barge carrying fireworks explodes. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 09:15AM

North Korea's Kim Jong-un issues threats and olive branch

North Korea's Kim Jong-un issues threats and olive branch http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The North Korean leader's new year message contained both a warning and an olive branch. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 08:57AM

Rare collection

Rare collection http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A rare collection spanning more than two million years captures key moments in India's past. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 05:35AM

Science stories coming up in 2018

Science stories coming up in 2018 http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The BBC's global science correspondent, Rebecca Morelle, reveals what to watch out for in the new year. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 07:12AM

What home comforts keep this UN peacekeeper going?

What home comforts keep this UN peacekeeper going? http://ift.tt/eA8V8J UN peacekeeper Major Michelle Kayanda from Zambia tells us about life as a female peacekeeper in the Central African Republic. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 06:34AM

Why China doesn't want your waste anymore

Why China doesn't want your waste anymore http://ift.tt/eA8V8J China has introduced new restrictions on the import of foreign waste, in an effort to reduce pollution. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 07:05AM

Why China doesn't want your waste anymore

Why China doesn't want your waste anymore http://ift.tt/eA8V8J China has introduced new restrictions on the import of foreign waste, in an effort to reduce pollution. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 07:05AM

Cities welcome 2018 with a bang

Cities welcome 2018 with a bang http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Fireworks in London, Hong Kong, Pyongyang, Sydney and Auckland welcome the new year. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 04:39PM

What home comforts keep this UN peacekeeper going?

What home comforts keep this UN peacekeeper going? http://ift.tt/eA8V8J UN peacekeeper Major Michelle Kayanda from Zambia tells us about life as a female peacekeeper in the Central African Republic. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 06:34AM

Germany starts enforcing hate speech law

Germany starts enforcing hate speech law http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Social media firms face huge fines if they let hate speech linger on their networks, warn German authorities. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 05:47AM

Germany starts enforcing hate speech law

Germany starts enforcing hate speech law http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Social media firms face huge fines if they let hate speech linger on their networks, warn German authorities. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 05:47AM

Germany starts enforcing hate speech law

Germany starts enforcing hate speech law http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Social media firms face huge fines if they let hate speech linger on their networks, warn German authorities. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 05:47AM

Historic snapshot

Historic snapshot http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A rare collection spanning more than two million years captures key moments in India's past. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 05:35AM

Rockets and a supercar

Rockets and a supercar http://ift.tt/eA8V8J BBC News looks ahead to some of the biggest science and environment stories coming up in 2018. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 05:29AM

Venezuela to raise minimum wage despite economic crisis

Venezuela to raise minimum wage despite economic crisis http://ift.tt/eA8V8J President Maduro announces the hike despite the country's economic turmoil. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 05:20AM

'Boringly meticulous'

'Boringly meticulous' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Most people have broken their resolutions by mid-January. Can you take steps to make them last? Author -- January 01, 2018 at 05:24AM

In pictures

In pictures http://ift.tt/eA8V8J From Sydney to New York, the world celebrates the last hours of 2017 - and the start of a new year. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 03:49AM

Costa Rica: Tourists killed in plane crash

Costa Rica: Tourists killed in plane crash http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Most of the victims were foreigners, local media say. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 02:43AM

Iran protests: Citizens have right to criticise, not destroy - Rouhani

Iran protests: Citizens have right to criticise, not destroy - Rouhani http://ift.tt/eA8V8J President Hassan Rouhani breaks silence after four days of angry demonstrations across Iran. Author -- January 01, 2018 at 01:33AM

Slobodan Praljak suicide 'could not have been prevented'

Slobodan Praljak suicide 'could not have been prevented' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Slobodan Praljak's poison could not have been found without specific intelligence, a judge says. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 11:55PM

Slobodan Praljak suicide 'could not have been prevented'

Slobodan Praljak suicide 'could not have been prevented' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Slobodan Praljak's poison could not have been found without specific intelligence, a judge says. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 11:55PM

Philippe Coutinho: Nike advertises Liverpool player's name on Barcelona shirts

Philippe Coutinho: Nike advertises Liverpool player's name on Barcelona shirts http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Barcelona kit manufacturers Nike advertised the club's shirts with Liverpool midfielder's Philippe Coutinho's name on the back. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 04:33PM

Philippe Coutinho: Nike advertises Liverpool player's name on Barcelona shirts

Philippe Coutinho: Nike advertises Liverpool player's name on Barcelona shirts http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Barcelona kit manufacturers Nike advertised the club's shirts with Liverpool midfielder's Philippe Coutinho's name on the back. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 04:33PM

Colorado shooting: Four police officers injured, one dead

Colorado shooting: Four police officers injured, one dead http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A total of seven people were shot when police responded to an early morning domestic call-out. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 10:25PM

Congo: Police block anti-Kabila protest

Congo: Police block anti-Kabila protest http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Two people are reported to have been shot dead outside a church in the capital Kinshasa. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 09:21PM

Palestinians recall envoy to US

Palestinians recall envoy to US http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Palestinians recall their envoy to the US following Donald Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 10:35PM

Ismaily move quickly to replace Desabre

Ismaily move quickly to replace Desabre http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Egyptian club Al Ismaily appoint former coach Aboutaleb El Essawi as a replacement for Sébastien Desabre who left to become Uganda's national team coach. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 08:55PM

Congo: Police block anti-Kabila protest

Congo: Police block anti-Kabila protest http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Two people are reported to have been shot dead outside a church in the capital Kinshasa. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 08:01PM

China reduces tax on donkey skins despite population fears

China reduces tax on donkey skins despite population fears http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The move to drop the tax from 5% to 2% will further threaten the animal's population, campaigners say. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 07:33PM

China reduces tax on donkey skins despite population fears

China reduces tax on donkey skins despite population fears http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The move to drop the tax from 5% to 2% will further threaten the animal's population, campaigners say. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 07:33PM

Iran protests: Telegram and Instagram restricted

Iran protests: Telegram and Instagram restricted http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Telegram and Instagram were used to organise three days of anti-establishment protests. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 07:19PM

Ghana's Jordan Ayew asked to be a 'leader' for Swansea

Ghana's Jordan Ayew asked to be a 'leader' for Swansea http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Swansea's Ghanaian forward Jordan Ayew says the club's new manager Carlos Carvalhal has asked him to be 'a leader' as they fight to stay in the Premier League. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 06:22PM

Dozens killed in bus and lorry road crash in Kenya

Dozens killed in bus and lorry road crash in Kenya http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The collision with a lorry took place on a notoriously dangerous stretch of highway near Migaa. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 05:50PM

Dozens killed in bus and lorry road crash in Kenya

Dozens killed in bus and lorry road crash in Kenya http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The collision with a lorry took place on a notoriously dangerous stretch of highway near Migaa. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 05:50PM

Scan technique reveals secret writing in mummy cases

Scan technique reveals secret writing in mummy cases http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Researchers in London have developed scanning techniques that show what is written on the papyrus that mummy cases are made from. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 05:45PM

Scan technique reveals secret writing in mummy cases

Scan technique reveals secret writing in mummy cases http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Researchers in London have developed scanning techniques that show what is written on the papyrus that mummy cases are made from. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 05:45PM

New Zealand sees in 2018

New Zealand sees in 2018 http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Fireworks in Auckland welcome the new year 2018. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 04:39PM

North Korea: South seizes second ship in oil supply row

North Korea: South seizes second ship in oil supply row http://ift.tt/eA8V8J South Korea says 5,100-tonne tanker may have been heading to the North in violation of UN sanctions. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 03:29PM

North Korea: South seizes second ship in oil supply row

North Korea: South seizes second ship in oil supply row http://ift.tt/eA8V8J South Korea says 5,100-tonne tanker may have been heading to the North in violation of UN sanctions. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 03:29PM

Indian superstar Rajinikanth tells fans he is entering politics

Indian superstar Rajinikanth tells fans he is entering politics http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The film superstar says he will form a party to "change the political system" in Tamil Nadu state. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 02:00PM

Indian superstar Rajinikanth tells fans he is entering politics

Indian superstar Rajinikanth tells fans he is entering politics http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The film superstar says he will form a party to "change the political system" in Tamil Nadu state. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 02:00PM

Sydney seaplane: Six dead as aircraft crashes in river

Sydney seaplane: Six dead as aircraft crashes in river http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The aircraft is said to be lying in 13 metres of water and police divers are at the scene. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 01:53PM

Sydney seaplane: Six dead as aircraft crashes in river

Sydney seaplane: Six dead as aircraft crashes in river http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The aircraft is said to be lying in 13 metres of water and police divers are at the scene. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 01:53PM

Niagara Falls becomes ice-covered spectacle

Niagara Falls becomes ice-covered spectacle http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Temperatures are set to remain below minus 10 degrees Celsius in the area for the next week. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 01:07PM

Iran protests: 'Iron fist' threatened if unrest continues

Iran protests: 'Iron fist' threatened if unrest continues http://ift.tt/eA8V8J After three days of demonstrations, the country's Revolutionary Guard threatens a crackdown. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 10:37AM

Unrest at protests in many Iran cities

Unrest at protests in many Iran cities http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Footage from the town of Dorud shows a crowd carrying what appears to be a wounded man. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 08:44AM

2018 and Brexit

2018 and Brexit http://ift.tt/eA8V8J What are the key dates and developments to watch out for as Britain and the EU move forward? Author -- December 31, 2017 at 07:07AM

2018 and Brexit

2018 and Brexit http://ift.tt/eA8V8J What are the key dates and developments to watch out for as Britain and the EU move forward? Author -- December 31, 2017 at 07:07AM

How I divorced Islamic State

How I divorced Islamic State http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The ex-wife of an American leader in the Islamic State group describes her journey out of extremism. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 05:35AM

Sowing confusion

Sowing confusion http://ift.tt/eA8V8J False stories, pictures and video were widely shared, sowing confusion about the biggest news stories of the year. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 05:39AM

Hits and misses

Hits and misses http://ift.tt/eA8V8J This was Narendra Modi's toughest year on the economic front, writes the BBC's Sameer Hashmi. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 05:41AM

Shared shame

Shared shame http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The case of Tyler Haire, a 16 year old locked up for years without trial, reveals a deeper problem. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 05:24AM

Justice denied?

Justice denied? http://ift.tt/eA8V8J After the end of the tribunal for the former Yugoslavia, will wider worldwide justice be done? Author -- December 31, 2017 at 05:10AM

Justice denied?

Justice denied? http://ift.tt/eA8V8J After the end of the tribunal for the former Yugoslavia, will wider worldwide justice be done? Author -- December 31, 2017 at 05:10AM

Teenage kicks

Teenage kicks http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Teenage environmentalist Autumn Peltier will speak in front of the UN General Assembly this spring. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 05:06AM

Trump's Russia inquiry 'started by Australian tip-off'

Trump's Russia inquiry 'started by Australian tip-off' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J An Australian diplomat was told about "dirt" on Hillary Clinton in a London bar, reports say. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 03:50AM

Greece seeks to cancel Turkish pilot's asylum

Greece seeks to cancel Turkish pilot's asylum http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The helicopter pilot was among eight Turkish soldiers to flee after the 2016 failed coup there. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 03:20AM

Greece seeks to cancel Turkish pilot's asylum

Greece seeks to cancel Turkish pilot's asylum http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The helicopter pilot was among eight Turkish soldiers to flee after the 2016 failed coup there. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 03:20AM

Call of Duty ‘swatting’ death explained

Call of Duty ‘swatting’ death explained http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A man has been arrested after an alleged "swatting" prank call led to police shooting dead a 28-year-old man. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 03:09AM

Iran protests: Reports of violence on third day of demonstrations

Iran protests: Reports of violence on third day of demonstrations http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Video appears to show demonstrators with gunshot wounds in a western Iranian town. Author -- December 31, 2017 at 12:39AM

Eric Garner death: Activist daughter Erica dies aged 27

Eric Garner death: Activist daughter Erica dies aged 27 http://ift.tt/eA8V8J She became a Black Lives Matter activist after her father died while under police restraint. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 10:13PM

St Petersburg supermarket bombing suspect arrested

St Petersburg supermarket bombing suspect arrested http://ift.tt/eA8V8J So-called Islamic State has said it was behind the supermarket blast, which injured several people. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 08:43PM

Padmavati: Controversial film cleared by Indian censor board

Padmavati: Controversial film cleared by Indian censor board http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The controversial period epic has sparked protests across India by Hindu and caste groups. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 09:13PM

Padmavati: Controversial film cleared by Indian censor board

Padmavati: Controversial film cleared by Indian censor board http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The controversial period epic has sparked protests across India by Hindu and caste groups. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 09:13PM

St Petersburg supermarket bombing suspect arrested

St Petersburg supermarket bombing suspect arrested http://ift.tt/eA8V8J So-called Islamic State has said it was behind the supermarket blast, which injured several people. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 08:43PM

Parents prank daughter with joke Christmas present

Parents prank daughter with joke Christmas present http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Parents of a Lorde fan turned her request for concert tickets into a joke that delighted social media. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 08:17PM

Police shoot dead man after alleged Call of Duty 'swatting' hoax

Police shoot dead man after alleged Call of Duty 'swatting' hoax http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The 28-year-old was shot by police after his address was allegedly given to police in prank call. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 07:42PM

Vin Diesel named 2017's biggest box office draw

Vin Diesel named 2017's biggest box office draw http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson and Gal Gadot top a list of 2017's top-grossing actors. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:14PM

Egypt's ex-PM Morsi sentenced to three years for insulting the judiciary

Egypt's ex-PM Morsi sentenced to three years for insulting the judiciary http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Mohammed Morsi has been detained since he was overthrown in 2013. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 04:55PM

Catalonia crisis: Spain PM Rajoy sets timeline for new parliament

Catalonia crisis: Spain PM Rajoy sets timeline for new parliament http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Mr Rajoy sets a date for Catalonia's new parliament to convene but it is unclear who will hold power. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 10:08PM

Nerves of steel: High up on China's power lines

Nerves of steel: High up on China's power lines http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Workers on some of the highest electricity cables in the world give a new meaning to "power walking". Author -- December 30, 2017 at 04:28PM

US crime author Sue Grafton dies aged 77

US crime author Sue Grafton dies aged 77 http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Her series of murder mystery 'alphabet' novels have been translated into 26 languages. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 04:33PM

Nerves of steel: High up on China's power lines

Nerves of steel: High up on China's power lines http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Workers on some of the highest electricity cables in the world give a new meaning to "power walking". Author -- December 30, 2017 at 04:28PM

Nepal bans solo climbers from Mount Everest under new rules

Nepal bans solo climbers from Mount Everest under new rules http://ift.tt/eA8V8J New regulations also prohibit double amputee and blind climbers from scaling the world's highest peak. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 03:24PM

Nepal bans solo climbers from Mount Everest under new rules

Nepal bans solo climbers from Mount Everest under new rules http://ift.tt/eA8V8J New regulations also prohibit double amputee and blind climbers from scaling the world's highest peak. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 03:24PM

Iranian protests: Government supporters in show of strength

Iranian protests: Government supporters in show of strength http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Crowds of government supporters take to the streets in pre-planned rallies, after days of protests. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 02:15PM

'I just want to see my mum'

'I just want to see my mum' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Deen Mohammed Noori, a Rohingya, goes from Bradford to a refugee camp in Bangladesh to see his mum. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 05:21AM

Australia rugby star Karmichael Hunt faces drugs charge

Australia rugby star Karmichael Hunt faces drugs charge http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Karmichael Hunt was arrested in Brisbane after being found with a white powder, reports say. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 09:53AM

Australia rugby star Karmichael Hunt faces drugs charge

Australia rugby star Karmichael Hunt faces drugs charge http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Karmichael Hunt was arrested in Brisbane after being found with a white powder, reports say. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 09:53AM

Iranian protests: World is watching response, US warns

Iranian protests: World is watching response, US warns http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The White House says Iran should respect the rights of protesters who have taken to the streets. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 08:53AM

Long goodbye

Long goodbye http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ghanaian journalist Elizabeth Ohene looks back at the African leaders who lost power in 2017. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 05:57AM

Shooting star

Shooting star http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Chronicling the life and times of India's first woman photojournalist Homai Vyarawalla. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 05:47AM

Quiz: Quotes of the year from Asia

Quiz: Quotes of the year from Asia http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Test yourself on some of the memorable utterances from across Asia this year. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 01:35PM

Shooting star

Shooting star http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Chronicling the life and times of India's first woman photojournalist Homai Vyarawalla. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 05:47AM

The litter-shaming photographer cleaning up her country

The litter-shaming photographer cleaning up her country http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ina Makosi takes pictures of models in places covered in litter around Dakar to encourage local communities to pick up their trash. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 05:44AM

The litter-shaming photographer cleaning up her country

The litter-shaming photographer cleaning up her country http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ina Makosi takes pictures of models in places covered in litter around Dakar to encourage local communities to pick up their trash. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 05:44AM

The height of battle

The height of battle http://ift.tt/eA8V8J It's the terrain and weather that claim soldiers' lives on the Siachen glacier, says Abid Hussain. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 05:34AM

The people who play the piano at St Pancras

The people who play the piano at St Pancras http://ift.tt/eA8V8J BBC News spent a day at St Pancras station and came across some real talent. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 05:30AM

The height of battle

The height of battle http://ift.tt/eA8V8J It's the terrain and weather that claim soldiers' lives on the Siachen glacier, says Abid Hussain. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 05:34AM

Busy year for storms

Busy year for storms http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Was the remarkable 2017 hurricane season the worst ever? And did climate change play any part? Author -- December 30, 2017 at 05:30AM

The people who play the piano at St Pancras

The people who play the piano at St Pancras http://ift.tt/eA8V8J BBC News spent a day at St Pancras station and came across some real talent. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 05:30AM

Ooh la la! 19th Century brothel's return

Ooh la la! 19th Century brothel's return http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A businesswoman in Paris restores an old brothel after discovering that was the building's former identity. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 05:19AM

Ooh la la! 19th Century brothel's return

Ooh la la! 19th Century brothel's return http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A businesswoman in Paris restores an old brothel after discovering that was the building's former identity. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 05:19AM

Peru writers condemn ex-president Alberto Fujimori's pardon

Peru writers condemn ex-president Alberto Fujimori's pardon http://ift.tt/eA8V8J They say President Pedro Pablo Kuczynski's decision is disgraceful for the country and illegal. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 05:01AM

Cardboard tents distributed to Brussels homeless

Cardboard tents distributed to Brussels homeless http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The tents were designed by jobseekers and made using donated cardboard by a prison workshop. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 04:37AM

Cardboard tents distributed to Brussels homeless

Cardboard tents distributed to Brussels homeless http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The tents were designed by jobseekers and made using donated cardboard by a prison workshop. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 04:37AM

St Petersburg supermarket blast claimed by IS

St Petersburg supermarket blast claimed by IS http://ift.tt/eA8V8J At least 13 people were injured by a homemade bomb at a supermarket branch on Wednesday. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 03:46AM

St Petersburg supermarket blast claimed by IS

St Petersburg supermarket blast claimed by IS http://ift.tt/eA8V8J At least 13 people were injured by a homemade bomb at a supermarket branch on Wednesday. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 03:46AM

Argentina father jailed for keeping daughter as 'sex slave'

Argentina father jailed for keeping daughter as 'sex slave' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Domingo Bulacio is jailed for 12 years for raping his daughter over decades, fathering eight children. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 03:24AM

Thai fraudster sentenced to 13,275 years in prison

Thai fraudster sentenced to 13,275 years in prison http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Pudit Kittithradilok admits duping thousands of victims through a Ponzi-style investment scheme. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 03:00AM

Thai fraudster sentenced to 13,275 years in prison

Thai fraudster sentenced to 13,275 years in prison http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Pudit Kittithradilok admits duping thousands of victims through a Ponzi-style investment scheme. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 03:00AM

Iran protesters voice opposition in Iranian cities

Iran protesters voice opposition in Iranian cities http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Anti-government demonstrations that began in one city on Thursday have now spread to several major cities in Iran. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 03:02AM

Mental health care a 'national problem' says sheriff

Mental health care a 'national problem' says sheriff http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Sheriff Greg Pollan speaks out after a BBC investigation into the long-running case of Tyler Haire Author -- December 30, 2017 at 02:20AM

Ashes: England coach Trevor Bayliss denies ball-tampering claims in fourth Test

Ashes: England coach Trevor Bayliss denies ball-tampering claims in fourth Test http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Coach Trevor Bayliss denies suggestions that England tampered with the ball in the fourth Ashes Test against Australia in Melbourne. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 01:38PM

Milo Yiannopoulos slams editor over withering book notes

Milo Yiannopoulos slams editor over withering book notes http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The provocateur has become the butt of jokes online after his editor's scathing remarks were leaked. Author -- December 30, 2017 at 01:12AM

US says Romanians hacked Washington DC police cameras

US says Romanians hacked Washington DC police cameras http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The alleged attack took place in Washington DC just days before Donald Trump's inauguration. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 03:35PM

Bataclan massacre film put on hold amid families' anger

Bataclan massacre film put on hold amid families' anger http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The controversial romantic drama is set amid the attack that left 90 dead at a Paris gig in 2015. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:28PM

Exmo Bitcoin exchange manager freed by kidnappers

Exmo Bitcoin exchange manager freed by kidnappers http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Exmo has confirmed that Pavel Lerner is safe after reports that he was thrown out of a car. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 11:35PM

Lord Adonis 'quits government role' with Brexit attack

Lord Adonis 'quits government role' with Brexit attack http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The ex-Labour minister and Brexit critic says he is quitting as the government's infrastructure tsar. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 11:35PM

Opening up

Opening up http://ift.tt/eA8V8J From deals with Democrats, to his own golf swing, the president has opened up in Mar-a-Lago. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 11:07PM

Tanzania threatens to shut churches after Magufuli criticism

Tanzania threatens to shut churches after Magufuli criticism http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The move comes after a religious leader criticised the government during a Christmas sermon. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 10:48PM

Tanzania threatens to shut churches after Magufuli criticism

Tanzania threatens to shut churches after Magufuli criticism http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The move comes after a religious leader criticised the government during a Christmas sermon. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 10:48PM

Tears of joy

Tears of joy http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The ex-footballer George Weah has been voted in as the president of Liberia. But will he be equal to the country's many challenges, asks Umaru Fofana. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 10:35PM

Catalonia crisis: Spain PM Rajoy sets timeline for new parliament

Catalonia crisis: Spain PM Rajoy sets timeline for new parliament http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Mr Rajoy sets a date for Catalonia's new parliament to convene but it is unclear who will hold power. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 10:08PM

Russia tracks 'missing' Angolan satellite

Russia tracks 'missing' Angolan satellite http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Data links to Angosat-1 have been restored after it went missing for two days. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 04:22PM

Deadly NYC fire 'caused by child playing'

Deadly NYC fire 'caused by child playing' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Investigators believe the Bronx fire that killed 12 people was caused by a child playing with a stove. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 08:44PM

Wilfried Zaha will not leave Crystal Palace in January, says manager Roy Hodgson

Wilfried Zaha will not leave Crystal Palace in January, says manager Roy Hodgson http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Winger Wilfried Zaha will not leave Crystal Palace during the January transfer window, according to manager Roy Hodgson. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 06:47PM

Bill Browder: Russia jails investor in absentia

Bill Browder: Russia jails investor in absentia http://ift.tt/eA8V8J UK-based Bill Browder, a fierce critic of President Putin, is sentenced for fraud and tax crime. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 07:19PM

Planning Africa's smart cities

Planning Africa's smart cities http://ift.tt/eA8V8J African cities are getting "smart" by embracing technology and improving efficiency. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 06:18PM

1987 papers reveal 'MI5 plot to kill Irish PM'

1987 papers reveal 'MI5 plot to kill Irish PM' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Irish state papers include a claim an MI5 officer asked loyalists to assassinate Charles Haughey. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 04:39PM

UK stock markets close at a record high

UK stock markets close at a record high http://ift.tt/eA8V8J London's FTSE indexes reached new heights after confounding downbeat expectations for the year. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 06:01PM

Nigeria's Uche Agbo defends actions after racist abuse

Nigeria's Uche Agbo defends actions after racist abuse http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Nigerian Uche Agbo defends his action after being racially abused as he was sent off while playing for his Belgian club Standard Liege. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 06:08PM

Iran hit by second day of anti-government protests

Iran hit by second day of anti-government protests http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Anger at rising prices and corruption has spread to more general anti-government grievances. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:46PM

German court keeps Auschwitz SS guard Oskar Gröning in jail

German court keeps Auschwitz SS guard Oskar Gröning in jail http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oskar Gröning's appeal on the grounds of old age and fragility is rejected. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:22PM

Bataclan massacre film put on hold amid families' anger

Bataclan massacre film put on hold amid families' anger http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The controversial romantic drama is set amid the attack that left 90 dead at a Paris gig in 2015. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:28PM

German court keeps Auschwitz SS guard Oskar Gröning in jail

German court keeps Auschwitz SS guard Oskar Gröning in jail http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oskar Gröning's appeal on the grounds of old age and fragility is rejected. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:22PM

Contact made with 'missing' Angolan satellite

Contact made with 'missing' Angolan satellite http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Data links to Angosat-1 have been restored after it went missing for two days. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 04:22PM

Immunotherapy: Using our immune system to fight cancer

Immunotherapy: Using our immune system to fight cancer http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Immunotherapy is a breakthrough technology that scientists hope will one day lead to cures for previously untreatable cancers. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:38AM

Contact made with 'missing' Angolan satellite

Contact made with 'missing' Angolan satellite http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Data links to Angola's first communications satellite have been restored after it went missing for two days Author -- December 29, 2017 at 04:22PM

North Korea: South seizes ship amid row over illegal oil transfer

North Korea: South seizes ship amid row over illegal oil transfer http://ift.tt/eA8V8J South Korea's revelations come after China denied US claims of allowing oil shipments to the North. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 03:22PM

New Year's Eve party in Berlin to have 'safe zone' for women

New Year's Eve party in Berlin to have 'safe zone' for women http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The safety measure reflects concern about large-scale sexual assaults at public events in Germany. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 03:32PM

Gardens under threat from 'game changing' plant disease

Gardens under threat from 'game changing' plant disease http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A pest that can infect hundreds of plants from lavender to olive trees is of growing concern in the UK. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 01:13PM

World first for dog's broken leg

World first for dog's broken leg http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A new treatment that has saved a dog's broken leg is to be tried on humans. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 03:35PM

US says Romanians hacked Washington DC police cameras

US says Romanians hacked Washington DC police cameras http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The alleged attack took place in Washington DC just days before Donald Trump's inauguration. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 03:35PM

New Year's Eve party in Berlin to have 'safe zone' for women

New Year's Eve party in Berlin to have 'safe zone' for women http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The safety measure reflects concern about large-scale sexual assaults at public events in Germany. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 03:32PM

Rose Marie: Dick Van Dyke Show star dies at 94

Rose Marie: Dick Van Dyke Show star dies at 94 http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The actress and singer performed for presidents and mobsters, and starred on the Dick Van Dyke Show. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 03:20PM

Egypt attack: Gunman attacks church in southern Cairo

Egypt attack: Gunman attacks church in southern Cairo http://ift.tt/eA8V8J At least two police officers were killed in the attack,local reports say. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 03:21PM

North Korea: South seizes ship amid row over illegal oil transfer

North Korea: South seizes ship amid row over illegal oil transfer http://ift.tt/eA8V8J South Korea's revelations come after China denied US claims of allowing oil shipments to the North. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 03:22PM

Egypt attack: Gunman attacks church in southern Cairo

Egypt attack: Gunman attacks church in southern Cairo http://ift.tt/eA8V8J At least two police officers were killed in the attack,local reports say. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 03:21PM

South African court delivers Zuma impeachment blow

South African court delivers Zuma impeachment blow http://ift.tt/eA8V8J South Africa's parliament failed to hold the president to account over public funds, the ruling says. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 02:56PM

South African court delivers Zuma impeachment blow

South African court delivers Zuma impeachment blow http://ift.tt/eA8V8J South Africa's parliament failed to hold the president to account over public funds, the ruling says. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 02:56PM

Jessica Falkholt: Home and Away star's sister dies in crash

Jessica Falkholt: Home and Away star's sister dies in crash http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The sister of Jessica Falkholt, who starred as Hope, has died in hospital following a horror crash. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 02:04PM

Exmo Bitcoin exchange manager kidnapped in Kiev

Exmo Bitcoin exchange manager kidnapped in Kiev http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Reports say men in balaclavas kidnapped Pavel Lerner in the Ukrainian capital two days ago. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 03:42AM

Philippine Police kill two mistaking them for gunmen

Philippine Police kill two mistaking them for gunmen http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Thinking it was gunmen on the run, Philippine police killed an injured woman on the way to hospital. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 12:30PM

Sol Bamba better defender than Virgil van Dijk, says Cardiff boss Neil Warnock

Sol Bamba better defender than Virgil van Dijk, says Cardiff boss Neil Warnock http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Cardiff City manager Neil Warnock says his centre-half Sol Bamba is a better defender than £75m Liverpool new boy Virgil van Dijk. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 06:14PM

Syria war: Evacuations of critically ill people completed

Syria war: Evacuations of critically ill people completed http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A final group of medical evacuees leaves a rebel-held area near the Syrian capital, Damascus. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 02:27PM

Nigeria's Ahmed Musa faces uncertain future at Leicester City

Nigeria's Ahmed Musa faces uncertain future at Leicester City http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Nigeria forward Ahmed Musa's future at Leicester City is uncertain as manager Claude Puel says his future will be discussed in January. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 02:25PM

Russia inquiry: Trump believes he will be treated 'fairly'

Russia inquiry: Trump believes he will be treated 'fairly' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The US president again insists there was no collusion and that the inquiry makes the US "look bad". Author -- December 29, 2017 at 12:30PM

Exmo Bitcoin exchange manager kidnapped in Kiev

Exmo Bitcoin exchange manager kidnapped in Kiev http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Reports say men in balaclavas kidnapped Pavel Lerner in the Ukrainian capital two days ago. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 03:42AM

Jessica Falkholt: Home and Away star's sister dies in crash

Jessica Falkholt: Home and Away star's sister dies in crash http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The sister of Jessica Falkholt, who starred as Hope, has died in hospital following a horror crash. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 10:49AM

Russia inquiry: Trump believes he will be treated 'fairly'

Russia inquiry: Trump believes he will be treated 'fairly' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The US president again insists there was no collusion and that the inquiry makes the US "look bad". Author -- December 29, 2017 at 12:30PM

Philippine Police kill two mistaking them for gunmen

Philippine Police kill two mistaking them for gunmen http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Thinking it was gunmen on the run, Philippine police killed an injured woman on the way to hospital. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 12:30PM

National Archives: Thatcher refused to share flight with panda

National Archives: Thatcher refused to share flight with panda http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The former PM believed pandas did not make "happy omens", National Archives' files reveal. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 10:32AM

Bronx fire: 'People were screaming'

Bronx fire: 'People were screaming' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J At least 12 people have been killed in a fire at an apartment building in New York. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 10:24AM

Zimbabwean family stranded in Bangkok airport for months

Zimbabwean family stranded in Bangkok airport for months http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The family of eight, including small children, are refusing to go home but can't travel elsewhere. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 09:47AM

Zimbabwean family stranded in Bangkok airport for months

Zimbabwean family stranded in Bangkok airport for months http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The family of eight, including small children, are refusing to go home but can't travel elsewhere. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 09:47AM

Zimbabwean family stranded in Bangkok airport for months

Zimbabwean family stranded in Bangkok airport for months http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The family of eight, including small children, are refusing to go home but can't travel elsewhere. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 09:47AM

Rooftop fire engulfs Mumbai Kamala Mills building

Rooftop fire engulfs Mumbai Kamala Mills building http://ift.tt/eA8V8J At least 14 people have died in the blaze at the popular Kamala Mills restaurant and shopping complex. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 08:07AM

George Weah: Ex-AC Milan, Chelsea & Man City striker elected Liberia president

George Weah: Ex-AC Milan, Chelsea & Man City striker elected Liberia president http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Former Chelsea, Manchester City and AC Milan striker George Weah will be the next president of Liberia. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 12:32AM

North Korea: Trump accuses China of allowing oil transfers

North Korea: Trump accuses China of allowing oil transfers http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The US president says China was caught "red-handed" after a report of illegal ship-to-ship transfers. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 07:37AM

North Korea: Trump accuses China of allowing oil transfers

North Korea: Trump accuses China of allowing oil transfers http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The US president says China was caught "red-handed" after a report of illegal ship-to-ship transfers. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 07:37AM

Bronx fire: Casualties in New York apartment block blaze

Bronx fire: Casualties in New York apartment block blaze http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Some 15 people are reportedly injured in the blaze near Bronx Zoo in New York. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 07:24AM

Kamala Mills: Fire at Mumbai complex kills 14 people

Kamala Mills: Fire at Mumbai complex kills 14 people http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The fire at the popular Kamala Mills compound has killed at least 14 people. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 06:58AM

Kamala Mills: Fire at Mumbai complex kills 14 people

Kamala Mills: Fire at Mumbai complex kills 14 people http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The fire at the popular Kamala Mills compound has killed at least 14 people. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 06:58AM

Justine Damond: US prosecutor delays decision on charges

Justine Damond: US prosecutor delays decision on charges http://ift.tt/eA8V8J More investigation is needed into the death of Australian Justine Damond, a prosecutor says. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 06:22AM

Justine Damond: US prosecutor delays decision on charges

Justine Damond: US prosecutor delays decision on charges http://ift.tt/eA8V8J More investigation is needed into the death of Australian Justine Damond, a prosecutor says. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 06:22AM

Elephant rescue

Elephant rescue http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Palanichamy Sarathkumar is a hero after lifting a calf out of a ditch and reuniting it with its mother. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:16AM

Africa 2017: a look back at the big events of the year

Africa 2017: a look back at the big events of the year http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A look back at some of the major events that made the news in Africa in 2017. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 06:09AM

Exporting doctors

Exporting doctors http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Zulekha Daud started practising medicine in the UAE when it had no proper hospitals or doctors. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:23AM

A matter of shame

A matter of shame http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Despite being banned, humiliating and traumatic, virginity tests remain widespread in Afghanistan. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:43AM

A matter of shame

A matter of shame http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Despite being banned, humiliating and traumatic, virginity tests remain widespread in Afghanistan. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:43AM

Path to legalisation

Path to legalisation http://ift.tt/eA8V8J There's a polarising group of entrepreneurs jumping into Canada's pot market: cops and politicians. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:41AM

Rahmah's story: 'I am a Chinese hijabi'

Rahmah's story: 'I am a Chinese hijabi' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The story of Rahmah and her experiences as a Chinese woman in a hijab. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:29AM

Rahmah's story: 'I am a Chinese hijabi'

Rahmah's story: 'I am a Chinese hijabi' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The story of Rahmah and her experiences as a Chinese woman in a hijab. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:29AM

First female doctor

First female doctor http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Zulekha Daud started practising medicine in the UAE when it had no proper hospitals or doctors. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:23AM

Africa's year in pictures 2017

Africa's year in pictures 2017 http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A selection of the best photos from across and about Africa this year. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:23AM

Elephant rescue

Elephant rescue http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Palanichamy Sarathkumar is a hero after lifting a calf out of a ditch and reuniting it with its mother. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:16AM

Brazilian fishermen work with dolphins to round up their catch

Brazilian fishermen work with dolphins to round up their catch http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dolphins in southern Brazil have a special relationship with the local fishermen. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 05:12AM

Italy dissolves parliament for March election

Italy dissolves parliament for March election http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The election is expected to be a tight race, with immigration a key issue. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 12:03AM

Apple apologies for slowing iPhone batteries down

Apple apologies for slowing iPhone batteries down http://ift.tt/eA8V8J It says it will reduce the price of replacements and and will issue battery-monitoring software. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 03:37AM

Japan's Softbank takes large stake in Uber

Japan's Softbank takes large stake in Uber http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The investment comes as the ride-hailing company concludes a difficult year. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 03:24AM

Japan's Softbank takes large stake in Uber

Japan's Softbank takes large stake in Uber http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The investment comes as the ride-hailing company concludes a difficult year. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 03:24AM

Iranians protest against high prices in Mashhad

Iranians protest against high prices in Mashhad http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Videos showed crowds in one city chanting "death to Rouhani" and being dispersed with water cannon. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 10:33PM

Flight to nowhere

Flight to nowhere http://ift.tt/eA8V8J How can an "unauthorised passenger" force a plane to make a U-turn four hours into the flight? Author -- December 29, 2017 at 02:53AM

Flight to nowhere

Flight to nowhere http://ift.tt/eA8V8J How can an "unauthorised passenger" force a plane to make a U-turn four hours into the flight? Author -- December 29, 2017 at 02:53AM

Israel: Minister leads prayers for rain to end drought

Israel: Minister leads prayers for rain to end drought http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The agriculture minister led the prayers but critics said he should focus on practical solutions. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 01:02AM

Alabama certifies election despite last-ditch Roy Moore lawsuit

Alabama certifies election despite last-ditch Roy Moore lawsuit http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Doug Jones will be sworn in next month, despite a last-ditch lawsuit by his failed Republican rival. Author -- December 29, 2017 at 01:24AM

Tim Cook required to fly only by private jet

Tim Cook required to fly only by private jet http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Tim Cook is required to fly on private aircraft for "security and efficiency". Author -- December 28, 2017 at 10:24PM

Political pitch

Political pitch http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The footballers, wrestlers, athletes and other sports personalities who became politicians worldwide. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 11:28PM

Political pitch

Political pitch http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The footballers, wrestlers, athletes and other sports personalities who became politicians worldwide. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 11:28PM

Political pitch

Political pitch http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The footballers, wrestlers, athletes and other sports personalities who became politicians worldwide. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 11:28PM

George Weah set to win Liberia presidency

George Weah set to win Liberia presidency http://ift.tt/eA8V8J He was Africa's first World footballer of the year, now George Weah looks set to win Liberia's presidential race. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 11:23PM

Brutal cold spell sets record lows across the US

Brutal cold spell sets record lows across the US http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Scientists brave hurricane-force winds on Mount Washington to make instant snow out of boiling water. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 10:52PM

George Weah set to win Liberia presidency

George Weah set to win Liberia presidency http://ift.tt/eA8V8J He was Africa's first World footballer of the year, now George Weah looks set to win Liberia's presidential race. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 11:17PM

Italy dissolves parliament for election in early 2018

Italy dissolves parliament for election in early 2018 http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The election is expected to be a tight race, with immigration a key issue. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 11:04PM

Record cold temperatures on Mount Washington

Record cold temperatures on Mount Washington http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Record cold temperatures and hurricane-force winds make Mount Washington fun for science experiments. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 10:38PM

Venezuela scolds Portugal over pork

Venezuela scolds Portugal over pork http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Venezuela's president blames Portugal for failing to deliver pork imports expected for Christmas. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 10:44PM

Vanity Fair sorry for suggesting Hillary Clinton 'knit'

Vanity Fair sorry for suggesting Hillary Clinton 'knit' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Vanity Fair magazine said its suggestion that Hillary Clinton take up knitting "missed the mark". Author -- December 28, 2017 at 10:23PM

Virgil van Dijk 'can be a great' as Liverpool agree to pay £75m for defender

Virgil van Dijk 'can be a great' as Liverpool agree to pay £75m for defender http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The scout that helped bring Virgil van Dijk to Celtic tells BBC Sport about comparisons with Rio Ferdinand - and how far the Dutch defender can go. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 12:02AM

Malta: Plane blown into airport building by strong winds

Malta: Plane blown into airport building by strong winds http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The aircraft was unmanned at the time of the crash and no injuries were reported. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 08:23PM

Malta: Plane blown into airport building by strong winds

Malta: Plane blown into airport building by strong winds http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The aircraft was unmanned at the time of the crash and no injuries were reported. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 08:23PM

US missions in Turkey to resume full visa services after row

US missions in Turkey to resume full visa services after row http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The United States had suspended processing papers in Turkey, amid a row over a consulate employee. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 08:14PM

Unicef says scale of attacks on children in conflicts is shocking

Unicef says scale of attacks on children in conflicts is shocking http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Unicef says children in conflict zones are being targeted in homes, schools and playgrounds. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 09:32AM

Bono: 'Music has gotten very girly'

Bono: 'Music has gotten very girly' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The U2 frontman says there needs to be more outlets for 'young male anger' in music. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 06:08PM

US missions in Turkey to resume full visa services after row

US missions in Turkey to resume full visa services after row http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The United States had suspended processing papers in Turkey, amid a row over a consulate employee. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 08:14PM

Liberia election run-off: George Weah versus Joseph Boakai

Liberia election run-off: George Weah versus Joseph Boakai http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Unofficial results suggest that ex-football star George Weah has defeated his rival Joseph Boakai. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 07:50PM

Workplace robots could increase inequality, warns IPPR

Workplace robots could increase inequality, warns IPPR http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A think tank says replacing low-skilled workers with robots could mean bigger salary gaps in workplaces. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 06:00PM

Failed satellite programmed with 'wrong co-ordinates'

Failed satellite programmed with 'wrong co-ordinates' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A multi-million pound weather satellite is lost after being programmed to take off from the wrong base. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:58PM

John McAfee says his Twitter account was hacked

John McAfee says his Twitter account was hacked http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Cyber-security pioneer reports his Twitter account was hacked and used to promote crypto-currencies. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:44PM

Sweden's giant Gavle goat survives Christmas

Sweden's giant Gavle goat survives Christmas http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A giant straw goat built every year in Gavle has defied the usual vandals. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 07:23PM

CD Melipilla: Chilean club win promotion as Deportes Vallenar protest

CD Melipilla: Chilean club win promotion as Deportes Vallenar protest http://ift.tt/eA8V8J One of the strangest ways to win promotion? Deportes Melipilla move up to Chile's second tier in controversial circumstances. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 11:45PM

Sweden's giant Gavle goat survives Christmas

Sweden's giant Gavle goat survives Christmas http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A giant straw goat built every year in Gavle has defied the usual vandals. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 07:23PM

India's moonwalking traffic cop

India's moonwalking traffic cop http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Traffic cop Ranjeet Singh uses moonwalking and dance moves to manage traffic in Indore, India. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 06:39PM

Myanmar to free TRT journalists jailed for flying drone

Myanmar to free TRT journalists jailed for flying drone http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The TRT crew was jailed for flying a drone near parliament and now face no further charges. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 06:14PM

India's moonwalking traffic cop

India's moonwalking traffic cop http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Traffic cop Ranjeet Singh uses moonwalking and dance moves to manage traffic in Indore, India. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 06:39PM

Myanmar to free TRT journalists jailed for flying drone

Myanmar to free TRT journalists jailed for flying drone http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The TRT crew was jailed for flying a drone near parliament and now face no further charges. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 06:14PM

Failed satellite programmed with 'wrong co-ordinates'

Failed satellite programmed with 'wrong co-ordinates' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A multi-million pound weather satellite is lost after being programmed to take off from the wrong base. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:58PM

Yemen war: Saudi-led strikes 'kill 68 civilians in one day'

Yemen war: Saudi-led strikes 'kill 68 civilians in one day' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A UN official says the incidents on Tuesday showed "complete disregard for human life". Author -- December 28, 2017 at 06:23PM

Bono: 'Music has gotten very girly'

Bono: 'Music has gotten very girly' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The U2 frontman says there needs to be more outlets for 'young male anger' in music. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 06:08PM

Milwaukee police rescue teens from burning car

Milwaukee police rescue teens from burning car http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Police officers have been hailed for their bravery following a car crash in Milwaukee. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:42PM

Argentina Dirty War: Killer Etchecolatz gets house arrest

Argentina Dirty War: Killer Etchecolatz gets house arrest http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Miguel Etchecolatz was sentenced for crimes against humanity committed under military rule. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:13PM

Libya's Mohamed El-Munir signs for Orlando City

Libya's Mohamed El-Munir signs for Orlando City http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Mohamed El-Munir is set to become the first Libyan to play Major League Soccer in the USA after signing for Orlando City. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:22PM

Rafael Nadal pulls out of Brisbane International

Rafael Nadal pulls out of Brisbane International http://ift.tt/eA8V8J World number one Rafael Nadal withdraws from the Brisbane International but says he still intends to play at the Australian Open. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 01:46PM

Sumo star charged with assault

Sumo star charged with assault http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Harumafuji had already stepped down for an assault on a junior wrestler that has rocked the sport. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 03:48PM

Japan sumo champion Harumafuji charged with assault

Japan sumo champion Harumafuji charged with assault http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Harumafuji had already stepped down for an assault on a junior wrestler that has rocked the sport. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 03:48PM

Roy Moore files last-minute lawsuit challenging Alabama result

Roy Moore files last-minute lawsuit challenging Alabama result http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Officials were about to certify Democrat Doug Jones as the winner when a lawsuit was filed. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 03:47PM

Syrian Kurds hold top French jihadist Thomas Barnouin

Syrian Kurds hold top French jihadist Thomas Barnouin http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Most-wanted Thomas Barnouin was captured with some fellow French IS fighters. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 03:29PM

Syrian Kurds hold top French jihadist Thomas Barnouin

Syrian Kurds hold top French jihadist Thomas Barnouin http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Most-wanted Thomas Barnouin was captured with some fellow French IS fighters. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 03:29PM

What are we going to do about Tyler?

What are we going to do about Tyler? http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Tyler Haire was locked up at 16 and ordered to undergo a mental exam. You won't believe what didn't happen next. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 03:00PM

John Legend and Chrissy Teigen make it to Japan - eventually

John Legend and Chrissy Teigen make it to Japan - eventually http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Model Chrissy Teigen and husband John Legend complete a marathon journey that made headlines around the world. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 02:40PM

John Legend and Chrissy Teigen make it to Japan - eventually

John Legend and Chrissy Teigen make it to Japan - eventually http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Model Chrissy Teigen and husband John Legend complete a marathon journey that made headlines around the world. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 02:40PM

Myanmar Rohingya crisis: UK medics to help tackle diphtheria

Myanmar Rohingya crisis: UK medics to help tackle diphtheria http://ift.tt/eA8V8J British medical staff are travelling to Bangladesh where diphtheria is affecting refugee camps. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 01:27PM

Unicef says scale of attacks on children in conflicts is shocking

Unicef says scale of attacks on children in conflicts is shocking http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Unicef says children in conflict zones are being targeted in homes, schools and playgrounds. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 09:32AM

Japanese woman dies after being 'imprisoned for years by parents'

Japanese woman dies after being 'imprisoned for years by parents' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Airi Kakimoto died after spending about 15 years confined to a tiny unheated shed. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 01:54PM

Miss America group asks former winners to help it reform after email scandal

Miss America group asks former winners to help it reform after email scandal http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Leaked emails exposed pageant executives insulting contestants over their appearance and sex lives. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 01:39PM

Uganda set to name Sebastien Desabre as coach

Uganda set to name Sebastien Desabre as coach http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Frenchman Sebastien Desabre looks set to be named as the new coach of the Ugandan national team. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 01:28PM

Unicef says scale of attacks on children in conflicts is shocking

Unicef says scale of attacks on children in conflicts is shocking http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A UN report says children in conflict zones are being targeted in homes, schools and playgrounds. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 09:32AM

Salvation Army defends use of donated McCartney tickets

Salvation Army defends use of donated McCartney tickets http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A ticket donated for homeless people was used by the daughter of an Australian charity leader. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 08:55AM

American Airlines sorry over basketball players theft claim

American Airlines sorry over basketball players theft claim http://ift.tt/eA8V8J American Airlines wrongly accused two professional basketball players of stealing first class blankets. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 09:15AM

Salvation Army defends use of donated McCartney tickets

Salvation Army defends use of donated McCartney tickets http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A ticket donated for homeless people ended up being used by the daughter of a charity leader. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 08:55AM

Jessica Falkholt: Home and Away actor critical after crash

Jessica Falkholt: Home and Away actor critical after crash http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Home and Away actor Jessica Falkholt and her sister survived the crash which killed their parents. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 07:37AM

Syria child evacuees may be used as bargaining chips, UN warns

Syria child evacuees may be used as bargaining chips, UN warns http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The UN says sick children from a rebel-held Damascus suburb should not be used to trade prisoners. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 06:42AM

Peru's culture minister resigns after Fujimori pardon

Peru's culture minister resigns after Fujimori pardon http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Peruvian president's decision to pardon the jailed ex-leader has also triggered protests. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 01:43AM

Brain drain

Brain drain http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The exodus of academics has quickened since last year's failed coup, says the BBC's Mark Lowen. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:54AM

Adopted Canadian woman's search for birth family

Adopted Canadian woman's search for birth family http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Adopted as a baby by a Canadian family, Judith Morency returned to Haiti to find her parents. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:28AM

Brain drain

Brain drain http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The exodus of academics has quickened since last year's failed coup, says the BBC's Mark Lowen. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:54AM

Africa travel: What I learned visiting 30 countries

Africa travel: What I learned visiting 30 countries http://ift.tt/eA8V8J South African Katchie Nzama travelled the length of the continent - twice. Here's what she learnt. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:47AM

Africa travel: What I learned visiting 30 countries

Africa travel: What I learned visiting 30 countries http://ift.tt/eA8V8J South African Katchie Nzama travelled the length of the continent - twice. Here's what she learnt. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:47AM

Not to blame

Not to blame http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Jasmeen Patheja's collection is a testament to the fact victims are not to blame. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:44AM

Not to blame

Not to blame http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Jasmeen Patheja's collection is a testament to the fact victims are not to blame. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:44AM

Pakistan women learn MMA for sexual harassment defence

Pakistan women learn MMA for sexual harassment defence http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Pakistani women learning mixed martial arts to defend themselves against sexual harassment. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:38AM

Blue tarantula

Blue tarantula http://ift.tt/eA8V8J With the help of locals, a multinational team of scientists discovers unknown species in Guyana. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:43AM

Hair-chop traffic cop

Hair-chop traffic cop http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Our pick of Africa's quirkiest stories this year. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 03:58PM

Pakistan women learn MMA for sexual harassment defence

Pakistan women learn MMA for sexual harassment defence http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Pakistani women learning mixed martial arts to defend themselves against sexual harassment. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:38AM

Mofiz Uddin has welcomed over 150 Rohingya onto his land

Mofiz Uddin has welcomed over 150 Rohingya onto his land http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Mofiz Uddin has welcomed scores of Rohingya onto his land in Bangladesh. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:30AM

Design feat

Design feat http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Children from slums in Kenya are being given expandable shoes for their growing feet. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:33AM

Growing feet? Try expandable shoes

Growing feet? Try expandable shoes http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Children from slums in Kenya are being given expandable shoes for their growing feet. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:33AM

Mofiz Uddin has welcomed over 150 Rohingya onto his land

Mofiz Uddin has welcomed over 150 Rohingya onto his land http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Mofiz Uddin has welcomed scores of Rohingya onto his land in Bangladesh. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 05:30AM

LA-Tokyo flight turns back after passenger 'boards with wrong ticket'

LA-Tokyo flight turns back after passenger 'boards with wrong ticket' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Model Chrissy Teigen live tweets as her flight is turned back to LA after four hours. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 03:57PM

Race to rescue injured Syrian baby

Race to rescue injured Syrian baby http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Karim lost an eye when artillery shells struck a market in the rebel-held Eastern Ghouta area. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 04:49AM

US officer plunges into frozen pond to rescue boy

US officer plunges into frozen pond to rescue boy http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The sheriff's deputy in Utah smashed ice and plunged in to save the boy on Christmas Day. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 04:37AM

The White House's famous magnolia tree to be cut down

The White House's famous magnolia tree to be cut down http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The magnolia tree has survived 39 presidencies but will be cut back due to decay. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 02:50AM

St Petersburg supermarket blast injures at least 10 shoppers

St Petersburg supermarket blast injures at least 10 shoppers http://ift.tt/eA8V8J One person is said to be in serious condition after an explosion at a popular store in St Petersburg. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 12:48AM

St Petersburg supermarket blast injures at least 10 shoppers

St Petersburg supermarket blast injures at least 10 shoppers http://ift.tt/eA8V8J One person is said to be in serious condition after an explosion at a popular store in St Petersburg. Author -- December 28, 2017 at 12:48AM

Bosnia war crimes: Former female fighter Azra Bašić gets 14 years

Bosnia war crimes: Former female fighter Azra Bašić gets 14 years http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Azra Bašić, the "mistress of life and death", is jailed for the torture of ethnic-Serbs in the 1990s. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 10:09PM

Bosnia war crimes: Former female fighter Azra Bašić gets 14 years

Bosnia war crimes: Former female fighter Azra Bašić gets 14 years http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Azra Bašić, the "mistress of life and death", is jailed for the torture of ethnic-Serbs in the 1990s. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 10:09PM

Corey Lewandowski accused of sexual assault by Joy Villa

Corey Lewandowski accused of sexual assault by Joy Villa http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Singer Joy Villa files charges against the president's former campaign manager. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 11:25PM

Jerusalem: Israel plans 'Trump station' near Western Wall

Jerusalem: Israel plans 'Trump station' near Western Wall http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The transport minister wants to dig a railway tunnel under the Old City to the Western Wall. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 10:08PM

Elephant born on Christmas Day in Planckendael Zoo, Belgium

Elephant born on Christmas Day in Planckendael Zoo, Belgium http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Within 25 minutes, it was making its first steps. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 10:05PM

Elephant born on Christmas Day in Planckendael Zoo, Belgium

Elephant born on Christmas Day in Planckendael Zoo, Belgium http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Within 25 minutes, it was making its first steps. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 10:05PM

Drug-smuggling Laura Plummer transferred to 'bad prison'

Drug-smuggling Laura Plummer transferred to 'bad prison' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Laura Plummer is transferred to a notorious jail in Egypt, her family has said. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 08:04PM

Cameroon to deport US-based author Patrice Nganang

Cameroon to deport US-based author Patrice Nganang http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Mr Nganang was detained in early December amid claims he had threatened President Biya's life. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 09:05PM

Nigeria's Henry Onyekuru faces World Cup fitness battle

Nigeria's Henry Onyekuru faces World Cup fitness battle http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Nigeria striker Henry Onyekuru faces a battle with a knee injury to be fit to be considered for the Super Eagles World Cup squad. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 08:47PM

Saving Chad's elephants

Saving Chad's elephants http://ift.tt/eA8V8J With the rangers' protection, Zakouma's 500-strong herd is growing strong. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 08:27PM

Saving Chad's elephants

Saving Chad's elephants http://ift.tt/eA8V8J With the rangers' protection, Zakouma's 500-strong herd is growing strong. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 08:27PM

Zimbabwe takeover leader Chiwenga named vice-president

Zimbabwe takeover leader Chiwenga named vice-president http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Constantino Chiwenga led the military takeover that culminated in Robert Mugabe's removal. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 08:18PM

Vietnam army hires censors to fight 'internet chaos'

Vietnam army hires censors to fight 'internet chaos' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Local media reports the People's Army has hired more than 10,000 people to tackle "wrongful views". Author -- December 27, 2017 at 06:34PM

England's women set for India T20 tri-series involving Australia

England's women set for India T20 tri-series involving Australia http://ift.tt/eA8V8J England's women will head to India in March to play a Twenty20 international tri-series also involving Australia, then three ODIs. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 07:40PM

World Cup 2018: Vitaly Mutko leaves role as chief organiser

World Cup 2018: Vitaly Mutko leaves role as chief organiser http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Russian deputy prime minister Vitaly Mutko steps down from his role as chief organiser of next summer's World Cup in Russia. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 06:38PM

Swiss cruise ship collides with motorway bridge in Germany

Swiss cruise ship collides with motorway bridge in Germany http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A 100-metre-long (328ft) Swiss river cruiser collides with a bridge pillar on the Rhine in Germany. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 07:23PM

Swiss cruise ship collides with motorway bridge in Germany

Swiss cruise ship collides with motorway bridge in Germany http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A 100-metre-long (328ft) Swiss river cruiser collides with a bridge pillar on the Rhine in Germany. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 07:23PM

World Cup 2018: Vitaly Mutko leaves role as chief organiser

World Cup 2018: Vitaly Mutko leaves role as chief organiser http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Russian deputy prime minister Vitaly Mutko steps down from his role as chief organiser of next summer's World Cup in Russia. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 06:38PM

Ukraine crisis: Biggest prisoner swap in conflict takes place

Ukraine crisis: Biggest prisoner swap in conflict takes place http://ift.tt/eA8V8J It is the biggest exchange of prisoners since the conflict in eastern Ukraine began in 2014. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 06:54PM

Ukraine crisis: Biggest prisoner swap in conflict takes place

Ukraine crisis: Biggest prisoner swap in conflict takes place http://ift.tt/eA8V8J It is the biggest exchange of prisoners since the conflict in eastern Ukraine began in 2014. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 06:54PM

Vietnam army hires censors to fight 'internet chaos'

Vietnam army hires censors to fight 'internet chaos' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Local media reports the People's Army has hired more than 10,000 people to tackle "wrongful views". Author -- December 27, 2017 at 06:34PM

Dogs play in snow-hit US city

Dogs play in snow-hit US city http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Snow sweeps through US states from Midwest to Northeast, breaking snowfall records in some parts. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 10:18AM

Ivory Coast-born Coulibaly in Tunisia squad

Ivory Coast-born Coulibaly in Tunisia squad http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ivory Coast-born Fousseny Coulibaly is named in a Tunisian World Cup training squad despite not yet being cleared to play for the Carthage Eagles. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 06:15PM

Myanmar Rohingya crisis: Reuters reporters stay jailed

Myanmar Rohingya crisis: Reuters reporters stay jailed http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The two correspondents are accused of illegally obtaining information. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 05:19PM

Shares sink at South Korean shipbuilding giant Hyundai

Shares sink at South Korean shipbuilding giant Hyundai http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Investors react to Hyundai Heavy Industries plans to raise about $1.2bn in a fresh rights issue. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 02:24PM

Myanmar Rohingya crisis: Reuters reporters stay jailed

Myanmar Rohingya crisis: Reuters reporters stay jailed http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The two correspondents are accused of illegally obtaining information. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 05:19PM

Moscow factory shooting: 'Ex-owner' opens fire, killing one

Moscow factory shooting: 'Ex-owner' opens fire, killing one http://ift.tt/eA8V8J One person is killed with reports saying the suspect claimed the business was wrongly taken from him. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 04:52PM

Moscow factory shooting: 'Ex-owner' opens fire, killing one

Moscow factory shooting: 'Ex-owner' opens fire, killing one http://ift.tt/eA8V8J One person is killed with reports saying the suspect claimed the business was wrongly taken from him. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 04:52PM

Go player to take on Chinese AI in match

Go player to take on Chinese AI in match http://ift.tt/eA8V8J More man versus machine Go playing but this time it will be Chinese AI that takes up challenge. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 03:46PM

Tesla's Elon Musk promises pick-up truck and new features

Tesla's Elon Musk promises pick-up truck and new features http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Elon Musk promises a pick-up truck and a range of new features for existing Tesla vehicles. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 04:27PM

Malaysia court clears 'drug mule' grandmother who faced hanging

Malaysia court clears 'drug mule' grandmother who faced hanging http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The 54-year-old Australian argued drugs were planted on her after she fell for an online dating scam. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 03:43PM

Go player to take on Chinese AI in match

Go player to take on Chinese AI in match http://ift.tt/eA8V8J More man versus machine Go playing but this time it will be Chinese AI that takes up challenge. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 03:46PM

Malaysia court clears 'drug mule' grandmother who faced hanging

Malaysia court clears 'drug mule' grandmother who faced hanging http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The 54-year-old Australian argued drugs were planted on her after she fell for an online dating scam. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 03:43PM

Saving Chad's elephants

Saving Chad's elephants http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Heavily armed and highly trained anti-poaching patrols have helped the population's recovery. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 03:36PM

'I lost both my legs, but still feel lucky'

'I lost both my legs, but still feel lucky' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Mohammad lost both his legs in a bomb attack in Syria. Now he is learning to walk again using prosthetics. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 05:09AM

Taiwan to recall 285 passports after US airport mistake

Taiwan to recall 285 passports after US airport mistake http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Some 200,000 Taiwanese passports were mistakenly printed with an image of Washington's Dulles airport. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 02:10PM

Luvo Manyonga: Drugs, redemption and jumping far

Luvo Manyonga: Drugs, redemption and jumping far http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The 2017 world long jump champion Luvo Manyonga talks about his battle with crystal meth and of his desire to break the long jump record. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 07:26PM

Barack Obama on how he felt after Trump's inauguration

Barack Obama on how he felt after Trump's inauguration http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Barack Obama opens up about how he felt after Donald Trump's inauguration as US president. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 01:36PM

Does this croc found in Australian suburb belong to you?

Does this croc found in Australian suburb belong to you? http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Australian police found a crocodile strolling the streets of a Melbourne suburb on Christmas Day. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 11:33AM

Comfort women deal with Japan ignored victims, says S Korea

Comfort women deal with Japan ignored victims, says S Korea http://ift.tt/eA8V8J South Korea says the deal with Japan over so-called comfort women failed to meet the needs of victims. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 01:07PM

Obama warns against 'irresponsible' social media use

Obama warns against 'irresponsible' social media use http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The ex-president was quizzed for the BBC by Prince Harry, in his first interview since leaving office. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 01:14PM

Comfort women deal with Japan ignored victims, says S Korea

Comfort women deal with Japan ignored victims, says S Korea http://ift.tt/eA8V8J South Korea says the deal with Japan over so-called comfort women failed to meet the needs of victims. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 01:07PM

Egypt hangs 15 militants convicted of 2013 Sinai attacks

Egypt hangs 15 militants convicted of 2013 Sinai attacks http://ift.tt/eA8V8J It is the biggest series of hangings since 2015 in Egypt, which is battling an insurgency. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 05:11PM

Briton Laura Plummer jailed in Egypt for drug smuggling

Briton Laura Plummer jailed in Egypt for drug smuggling http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Laura Plummer is jailed for three years after being accused of smuggling 300 painkiller tablets into Egypt. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 09:13PM

Does this croc found in Australian suburb belong to you?

Does this croc found in Australian suburb belong to you? http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Australian police found a crocodile strolling the streets of a Melbourne suburb on Christmas Day. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 11:33AM

Beach bystanders criticised in Christmas Day drowning

Beach bystanders criticised in Christmas Day drowning http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Surfers who say they tried to help prevent a fatal drowning accuse others of "standing around watching". Author -- December 27, 2017 at 11:12AM

Beach bystanders criticised in Christmas Day drowning

Beach bystanders criticised in Christmas Day drowning http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Surfers who say they tried to help prevent a fatal drowning accuse others of "standing around watching". Author -- December 27, 2017 at 11:12AM

Chinese skyscraper to be auctioned online

Chinese skyscraper to be auctioned online http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The unfinished 156m skyscraper is being put up for auction on Taobao, China's biggest e-commerce site. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 11:03AM

Chinese skyscraper to be auctioned online

Chinese skyscraper to be auctioned online http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The unfinished 156m skyscraper is being put up for auction on Taobao, China's biggest e-commerce site. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 11:03AM

Snow emergency in US town after huge storm

Snow emergency in US town after huge storm http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A heavy storm brings a record amount of snow in the US city of Erie, burying homes and cars. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 10:23AM

Yaya Toure: Manchester City midfielder ends Ivory Coast retirement

Yaya Toure: Manchester City midfielder ends Ivory Coast retirement http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure reverses his international retirement with Ivory Coast. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 03:05AM

Pennsylvania woman gets $284bn electricity bill

Pennsylvania woman gets $284bn electricity bill http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A woman gets a shock of her life after receiving an erroneous electricity bill for $284,460,000,000. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 07:21AM

Taking a punt

Taking a punt http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A Japanese internet firm is the latest to offer its staff part of their salaries in the digital currency. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 06:51AM

Wage gamble

Wage gamble http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A Japanese internet firm is the latest to offer its staff part of their salaries in the digital currency. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 06:51AM

Crocodile found wandering Melbourne streets

Crocodile found wandering Melbourne streets http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Police think a 1m (3.2ft) freshwater crocodile found wandering the streets is likely an escaped pet. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 06:53AM

Crocodile found walking Melbourne street on Christmas Day

Crocodile found walking Melbourne street on Christmas Day http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Police think a 1m (3.2ft) freshwater crocodile found wandering the streets is likely an escaped pet. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 06:53AM

Lewis Hamilton apologises for 'boys don't wear dresses' remark

Lewis Hamilton apologises for 'boys don't wear dresses' remark http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Formula 1 driver appeared to say the boy's outfit makes him "so sad" in an Instagram video. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 12:36AM

Generational challenge

Generational challenge http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Here's how a 202-year-old American sail-making business grew and evolved to what it is today. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 06:36AM

Made in India

Made in India http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Josef Wirsching refused to produce propaganda films in Nazi Germany, instead working in Mumbai. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 05:46AM

Made in India

Made in India http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Josef Wirsching refused to produce propaganda films in Nazi Germany, instead working in Mumbai. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 05:46AM

Made in India

Made in India http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Josef Wirsching refused to produce propaganda films in Nazi Germany, instead working in Mumbai. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 05:46AM

Killing an icon

Killing an icon http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The first woman to lead a Muslim state was killed 10 years ago - no-one has been convicted of murder. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 05:45AM

Brazil expels Venezuela's most senior diplomat

Brazil expels Venezuela's most senior diplomat http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Venezuela's charge d'affaires is declared persona non grata as a diplomatic crisis escalates. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 06:04AM

The unsolved killing of Benazir Bhutto

The unsolved killing of Benazir Bhutto http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The first woman to lead a Muslim state was killed 10 years ago - no one has been convicted of murder. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 05:45AM

Syria war: Eastern Ghouta medical evacuations begin

Syria war: Eastern Ghouta medical evacuations begin http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Critical patients are leaving rebel-held Eastern Ghouta amid a government siege, the Red Cross says. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 05:41AM

Is this the ‘sexiest dance ever’?

Is this the ‘sexiest dance ever’? http://ift.tt/eA8V8J How the Angolan Kizomba started out as a 'family' dance but changed somewhere along the way. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 05:05AM

'I lost both my legs, but still feel lucky'

'I lost both my legs, but still feel lucky' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Mohammad lost both his legs in a bomb attack in Syria. Now he is learning to walk again using prosthetics. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 05:09AM

Is this the ‘sexiest dance ever’?

Is this the ‘sexiest dance ever’? http://ift.tt/eA8V8J How the Angolan Kizomba started out as a 'family' dance but changed somewhere along the way. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 05:05AM

North Korea missile developers hit by US sanctions

North Korea missile developers hit by US sanctions http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The two men, both key missile developers, are said to be among Kim Jong-un's most trusted aides. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 01:59AM

North Korea missile developers hit by US sanctions

North Korea missile developers hit by US sanctions http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The two men, both key missile developers, are said to be among Kim Jong-un's most trusted aides. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 01:59AM

India police kill Kashmir 'Merchant of Death'

India police kill Kashmir 'Merchant of Death' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Noor Mohammad Tantray was a commander in the militant Jaish-e-Mohammad separatist group. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 12:09AM

India police kill Kashmir 'Merchant of Death'

India police kill Kashmir 'Merchant of Death' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Noor Mohammad Tantray was a commander in the militant Jaish-e-Mohammad separatist group. Author -- December 27, 2017 at 12:09AM

Manuel Burga: Peruvian ex-Fifa official cleared of corruption

Manuel Burga: Peruvian ex-Fifa official cleared of corruption http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Peru's Manuel Burga was one of about 40 football officials charged in the US over corruption. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 10:50PM

White Christmas sweeps US states

White Christmas sweeps US states http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Snow storms sweep states from Midwest to Northeast, breaking snowfall records in some parts. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 09:39PM

Sea smoke phenomenon on Lake Superior, Minnesota

Sea smoke phenomenon on Lake Superior, Minnesota http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Footage captures the Christmas Day scene over Lake Superior, US. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 09:18PM

Is China trying to influence Australian politics?

Is China trying to influence Australian politics? http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Is China encouraging its students in Australia to complain about how the country is portrayed by tutors? Author -- December 26, 2017 at 09:02PM

China power tower flattened in demolition

China power tower flattened in demolition http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Footage from state TV shows a power grid tower brought down in Hubei Province. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 08:01PM

Peru's Alberto Fujimori speaks after divisive pardon

Peru's Alberto Fujimori speaks after divisive pardon http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The ex-leader thanked the Peruvian president for pardoning him, a move which triggered protests. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 07:22PM

Myanmar says it will drop charges against journalists

Myanmar says it will drop charges against journalists http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Two foreign journalists, their interpreter and driver were arrested after filming with a drone. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 08:04PM

China power tower flattened in demolition

China power tower flattened in demolition http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Footage from state TV shows a power grid tower brought down in Hubei Province. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 08:01PM

Russia election: Kremlin queries legality of boycott call

Russia election: Kremlin queries legality of boycott call http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Putin critic Alexei Navalny called for a boycott of the election after he was barred from competing. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 07:46PM

Russia election: Kremlin queries legality of boycott call

Russia election: Kremlin queries legality of boycott call http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Putin critic Alexei Navalny called for a boycott of the election after he was barred from competing. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 07:46PM

Kane overshadows Boufal in Spurs victory

Kane overshadows Boufal in Spurs victory http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Harry Kane grabs another hat-trick and breaks the record for the most Premier League goals scored in a calendar year as Tottenham thrash Southampton. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 07:20PM

Saudi chess tournament starts without Israeli players

Saudi chess tournament starts without Israeli players http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Saudi Arabia denied visas to Israeli players, and a Ukrainian world champion is boycotting the event. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 06:07PM

Egypt hangs 15 militants convicted of 2013 Sinai attacks

Egypt hangs 15 militants convicted of 2013 Sinai attacks http://ift.tt/eA8V8J It is the biggest series of hangings since 2015 in Egypt, which is battling an insurgency. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 05:11PM

Brexit: German minister sees model for Turkey and Ukraine

Brexit: German minister sees model for Turkey and Ukraine http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Germany's foreign minister says a "smart" Brexit deal could be a model for Turkey and Ukraine. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 04:13PM

Brexit: German minister sees model for Turkey and Ukraine

Brexit: German minister sees model for Turkey and Ukraine http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Foreign Minister Sigmar Gabriel says a "smart" Brexit deal could be a model for Turkey and Ukraine. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 04:13PM

Justine Damond death: Police remove white nationalist memorial

Justine Damond death: Police remove white nationalist memorial http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Justine Damond was shot by a Somali-American police officer after reporting a suspected crime near her home. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 03:36PM

Somalia aim to play at home after 30 years

Somalia aim to play at home after 30 years http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Somalia Football Federation wants to play internationals on home soil in 2018 for the first time in 30 years. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 02:43PM

Warner's Ashes ton puts Australia on top

Warner's Ashes ton puts Australia on top http://ift.tt/eA8V8J David Warner and Steve Smith help Australia close on 244-3 on the first day of the fourth Ashes Test at the MCG. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 12:08PM

China's 'Super Vulgar Butcher' activist Wu Gan gets eight years

China's 'Super Vulgar Butcher' activist Wu Gan gets eight years http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Wu Gan, best known by the alias Super Vulgar Butcher, is known for mischievous online campaigns. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 12:29PM

China's 'Super Vulgar Butcher' activist Wu Gan gets eight years

China's 'Super Vulgar Butcher' activist Wu Gan gets eight years http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Wu Gan, best known by the alias Super Vulgar Butcher, was known for mischievous online campaigns. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 12:29PM

Liberia election run-off: Ex-footballer up against vice-president

Liberia election run-off: Ex-footballer up against vice-president http://ift.tt/eA8V8J An ex-football star and a vice-president are vying to replace the woman who has been in power for 12 years. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 10:01AM

Liberia election run-off: Ex-footballer up against vice-president

Liberia election run-off: Ex-footballer up against vice-president http://ift.tt/eA8V8J An ex-football star and a vice-president are vying to replace the woman who has been in power for 12 years. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 10:01AM

Fujimori: New clashes after Peru ex-president is pardoned

Fujimori: New clashes after Peru ex-president is pardoned http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Police clash with thousands protesting the pardoning of jailed ex-President Alberto Fujimori. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 09:38AM

Mystery of the golden harp

Mystery of the golden harp http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The BBC's Sophie Ribstein takes a walk down memory lane to see if a golden harp she came across was used in a little-known concert in South Africa by Russian-born composer Igor Stravinsky. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 05:56AM

Mystery of the golden harp

Mystery of the golden harp http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The BBC's Sophie Ribstein takes a walk down memory lane to see if a golden harp she came across was used in a little-known concert in South Africa by Russian-born composer Igor Stravinsky. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 05:56AM

Mystery of the golden harp

Mystery of the golden harp http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The BBC's Sophie Ribstein takes a walk down memory lane to see if a golden harp she came across was used in a little-known concert in South Africa by Russian-born composer Igor Stravinsky. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 05:56AM

Too gloomy

Too gloomy http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Are our perceptions of the world gloomier than reality? Author -- December 26, 2017 at 05:52AM

Your pictures

Your pictures http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week, it is "jugaad", a colloquial Indian word meaning low-cost inventions and innovation. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 05:21AM

Your pictures

Your pictures http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week, it is "jugaad", a colloquial Indian word meaning low-cost inventions and innovation. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 05:21AM

UK frigate escorts Russian warship in North Sea

UK frigate escorts Russian warship in North Sea http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Royal Navy says HMS St Albans was called to monitor the Russian ship's activity near UK waters. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 05:12AM

UK frigate escorts Russian warship in North Sea

UK frigate escorts Russian warship in North Sea http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Royal Navy says HMS St Albans was called to monitor the Russian ship's activity near UK waters. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 05:12AM

'My twin's skin saved my life'

'My twin's skin saved my life' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J How a man with 95% burns on his body was saved by his twin brother in an unprecedented transplant. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 05:07AM

'My twin's skin saved my life'

'My twin's skin saved my life' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J How a man with 95% burns on his body was saved by his twin brother in an unprecedented transplant. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 05:07AM

'Rocket Man' lands in Seoul

'Rocket Man' lands in Seoul http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Meet the leading impersonator of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 05:01AM

'Rocket Man' lands in Seoul

'Rocket Man' lands in Seoul http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Meet the leading impersonator of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 05:01AM

Tembin: Vietnam braces for killer storm

Tembin: Vietnam braces for killer storm http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Storm Tembin killed at least 240 people when it battered the Philippines on its way to Vietnam. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 01:26AM

Canada expels Venezuela diplomat in tit-for-tat move

Canada expels Venezuela diplomat in tit-for-tat move http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Canada says it will continue to work to apply pressure on 'the anti-democratic Maduro regime'. Author -- December 26, 2017 at 12:54AM

Urbi et Orbi: Pope addresses world crises

Urbi et Orbi: Pope addresses world crises http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Pope Francis has used his traditional Christmas Day message to call for dialogue in the Middle East and a solution to the tensions on the Korean peninsula. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 09:46PM

Urbi et Orbi: Pope addresses world crises

Urbi et Orbi: Pope addresses world crises http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Pope Francis has used his traditional Christmas Day message to call for dialogue in the Middle East and a solution to the tensions on the Korean peninsula. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 09:46PM

Vitaly Mutko: Russia football head quits amid doping ban

Vitaly Mutko: Russia football head quits amid doping ban http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Vitaly Mutko was banned from the Olympics for life after being accused of running a doping scheme. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 11:02PM

Russia football head quits amid doping ban

Russia football head quits amid doping ban http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Russia's most senior football official, Vitaly Mutko, quits temporarily after being given a lifetime Olympic ban over doping scandal. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 10:55PM

How China's first emperor searched for elixir of life

How China's first emperor searched for elixir of life http://ift.tt/eA8V8J New research shines light on the quest by Qin Shi Huang, who created the terracotta army. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 08:07PM

Heather Menzies-Urich, The Sound of Music's Louisa von Trapp, dies

Heather Menzies-Urich, The Sound of Music's Louisa von Trapp, dies http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Heather Menzies-Urich's son Ryan said she was diagnosed with brain cancer four weeks ago. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 09:11PM

Festive pictures

Festive pictures http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Images of the festivities including ever-popular dips in Europe's rivers and lakes. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 08:14PM

Russian presidential election: Alexei Navalny barred from competing

Russian presidential election: Alexei Navalny barred from competing http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Alexei Navalny urges supporters to boycott the March vote after officials said he was ineligible. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 08:18PM

Attack fears prompted UAE-Tunisia female passenger row

Attack fears prompted UAE-Tunisia female passenger row http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Fears women would commit attacks were reportedly behind a ban on female Tunisians flying to the UAE. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 08:28PM

Russian presidential election: Alexei Navalny barred from competing

Russian presidential election: Alexei Navalny barred from competing http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Alexei Navalny urges supporters to boycott the March vote after officials said he was ineligible. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 08:18PM

Attack fears prompted UAE-Tunisia female passenger row

Attack fears prompted UAE-Tunisia female passenger row http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Fears women would commit attacks were reportedly behind a ban on female Tunisians flying to the UAE. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 08:28PM

How China's first emperor searched for elixir of life

How China's first emperor searched for elixir of life http://ift.tt/eA8V8J New research shines light on the quest by Qin Shi Huang, who created the terracotta army. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 08:07PM

N Korea marks the birth of Kim Jong-un's grandmother

N Korea marks the birth of Kim Jong-un's grandmother http://ift.tt/eA8V8J North Korean media hail Kim Jong-un's grandmother as a "war heroine". Author -- December 25, 2017 at 08:14PM

Moscow subway bus crash kills four people

Moscow subway bus crash kills four people http://ift.tt/eA8V8J It ploughed into a subway entrance, leaving at least four people dead, Russian media say. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 06:34PM

Bus crashes into Moscow subway killing four people

Bus crashes into Moscow subway killing four people http://ift.tt/eA8V8J It ploughed into a subway entrance, leaving at least four people dead, Russian media say. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 06:20PM

Australia coach to leave after 2019 Ashes

Australia coach to leave after 2019 Ashes http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Australia coach Darren Lehmann confirms his plans to step down from the role after the 2019 Ashes series in England. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 03:47PM

Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting: Stoke's Cameroon international settling into 'tough' league

Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting: Stoke's Cameroon international settling into 'tough' league http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Cameroon international Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting is settling into life in English football, despite the current troubles facing his Stoke City side. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 05:24PM

Urbi et Orbi: Pope calls for 'peace for Jerusalem'

Urbi et Orbi: Pope calls for 'peace for Jerusalem' http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The pontiff spoke of growing tensions, after President Trump recognised the city as Israel's capital. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 04:50PM

Ashes: Darren Lehmann to step down as Australia coach after 2019 Ashes in England

Ashes: Darren Lehmann to step down as Australia coach after 2019 Ashes in England http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Australia coach Darren Lehmann confirms his plans to step down from the role after the 2019 Ashes series in England. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 03:47PM

Tembin: Vietnam braces for killer typhoon

Tembin: Vietnam braces for killer typhoon http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Typhoon Tembin killed at least 230 people when it battered the Philippines on its way to Vietnam. Author -- December 25, 2017 at 04:21PM