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Quentin Sommerville: Is this Ukraine's breakthrough moment? https://ift.tt/he9QnYc Government forces in Ukraine are trying to seize the initiative from Russian troops before the arrival of winter. Author -- September 01, 2022 at 10:22AM

Netflix's Indian Matchmaking: ‘Sima aunty’ raises eyebrows - again https://ift.tt/LhVY5Wn The "cringeworthy" but popular Netflix show is back with a new season - and with all its old problems. Author -- September 01, 2022 at 05:33AM

Ukraine war: 'I'm more scared of my new teacher than of war' https://ift.tt/LhVY5Wn Children and parents share their concerns as just 40% of Ukrainian schools prepare to fully reopen. Author -- September 01, 2022 at 05:17AM

Claims of torture of China Uyghurs credible - UN https://ift.tt/LhVY5Wn China is accused of serious human rights violations in long-awaited report that it tried to stop being published. Author -- September 01, 2022 at 03:19AM

John Simpson: Gorbachev was a man of decency but not vision https://ift.tt/LhVY5Wn Mikhail Gorbachev changed the world - but he was a human being first and foremost, writes the BBC's John Simpson. Author -- August 31, 2022 at 11:33PM

EU Russia: Bloc toughens visa regime but no ban https://ift.tt/LhVY5Wn The bloc remains divided on whether to issue a total ban on entry for Russian travellers. Author -- September 01, 2022 at 12:34AM

Ukraine: What are Himars missiles and are they changing the war? https://ift.tt/8Lzalj5 Ukraine says the US-made Himars missile system is changing the course of the war against Russia. Author -- August 30, 2022 at 07:03PM

The pilot who defected to the Taliban in his Black Hawk https://ift.tt/8Lzalj5 As the Taliban retook Afghanistan, one elite pilot joined the militants he'd been trained to fight. Author -- August 31, 2022 at 04:49AM

Abortion pill: Why Japanese women will need their partner's consent to get a tablet https://ift.tt/8Lzalj5 Japan has a history of being extremely slow to approve drugs related to women's reproductive health. Author -- August 31, 2022 at 04:53AM

Kerala: Period pain simulator leaves Indian men hollering https://ift.tt/8Lzalj5 A campaign in Kerala state is breaking taboos by getting men to experience period cramps. Author -- August 31, 2022 at 05:06AM

Mikhail Gorbachev: Last Soviet leader aged 91 https://ift.tt/8Lzalj5 The hospital where Mikhail Gorbachev died said he had been suffering from a long and serious illness. Author -- August 31, 2022 at 02:44AM

UK looks to Sweden for a solution to nuclear waste https://ift.tt/8Lzalj5 After decades of experimentation Sweden is ahead of the UK when dealing with nuclear waste. Author -- August 30, 2022 at 04:07AM

Chris Dawson: Husband in podcast-famous case guilty of murder https://ift.tt/8Lzalj5 Chris Dawson faced trial in Australia over the 1982 disappearance of his wife, Lynette. Author -- August 30, 2022 at 11:26AM

Kherson: Ukraine claims new push in Russian-held region https://ift.tt/8Lzalj5 Ukraine is seeking to retake the southern Kherson region - but Russia says the offensive failed. Author -- August 30, 2022 at 08:46AM

Mukesh Ambani: India tycoon launches $25bn 5G rollout plan https://ift.tt/8Lzalj5 Mukesh Ambani says his firm is also working with Google to develop a budget 5G smartphone. Author -- August 30, 2022 at 09:03AM

Gadchiroli: The Indian tribal families living on a highway with animals https://ift.tt/8Lzalj5 After floods ravaged their homes, tribal families in Maharashtra have been forced to live on a highway. Author -- August 30, 2022 at 06:05AM

Undeclared pools in France uncovered by AI technology https://ift.tt/FsEc2Kx Millions in tax revenue has been collected after more than 20,000 undeclared pools were found. Author -- August 30, 2022 at 02:00AM

Roland Mesnier: Former White House pastry chef dies at 78 https://ift.tt/D8ElNkJ French chef Roland Mesnier produced delicacies for five US presidents over 27 years. Author -- August 29, 2022 at 01:16AM

Pakistan flood victims throw note pleading for help https://ift.tt/D8ElNkJ Many residents of the mountainous Manoor valley say they are stranded and are unable to get home. Author -- August 29, 2022 at 03:48AM

Bike protest takes over German motorway https://ift.tt/D8ElNkJ The protesters are calling for more environmentally friendly transport options in the state of Hesse. Author -- August 29, 2022 at 03:45AM

From Maruti to Amul: Five brands that shaped India after independence https://ift.tt/D8ElNkJ The homegrown brands that have found their way into the homes and hearts of millions of Indians. Author -- August 29, 2022 at 02:56AM

Two US warships sail through Taiwan Strait https://ift.tt/D8ElNkJ It is the first US operation in the strait since China held large-scale military drills in the area. Author -- August 28, 2022 at 09:45AM

Bangladesh: Cardiff man pleads for family's death certificates https://ift.tt/D8ElNkJ Sadiqul Islam, 24, says his mother is very unwell and needs the documents to be able to fly home. Author -- August 27, 2022 at 08:33PM

Three off-duty Dutch commandos shot outside hotel in Indianapolis https://ift.tt/D8ElNkJ Police say the soldiers, who were in the US for training, were found with gunshot wounds early on Saturday. Author -- August 28, 2022 at 05:05AM

Pakistan appeals to world for flood help amid devastation https://ift.tt/T24hKCB More than 1,000 people have died and millions have been displaced since June, government officials say. Author -- August 28, 2022 at 04:48AM

Electricity and drought killing white storks https://ift.tt/T24hKCB The extreme heat this summer has exacerbated the many hazards, leading to a sudden spike in deaths in Hungary. Author -- August 28, 2022 at 04:11AM

Bilkis Bano: Protests in India over release of gang rapists https://ift.tt/T24hKCB Protests take place over the release of 11 men who gang-raped a Muslim woman in 2002. Author -- August 28, 2022 at 02:50AM

Serbia-Kosovo ID document row settled, says EU https://ift.tt/T24hKCB Tensions have been rising over disagreements including the movement of citizens across the border. Author -- August 27, 2022 at 11:01PM

Pakistan: Millions affected by heavy flooding https://ift.tt/T24hKCB Heavy rains have triggered historic flooding, killing more than 900 people since June. Author -- August 27, 2022 at 04:27AM

Sanna Marin: How much partying is too much for a leader? https://ift.tt/T24hKCB Sanna Marin is facing tough criticism, but supporters say she is being treated unfairly. Author -- August 27, 2022 at 05:13AM

Oder mass fish deaths: Searching for clues to Polish-German border mystery https://ift.tt/T24hKCB Scientists suspect a pollutant caused high salt levels, encouraging algae to flourish, suffocating fish. Author -- August 27, 2022 at 05:22AM

Najib Razak: The verdict that sent Malaysia's untouchable ex-PM to prison https://ift.tt/T24hKCB The decision to jail Malaysia's Najib Razak has revived faith in the country's discredited courts. Author -- August 27, 2022 at 05:29AM

Asia Cup: India and Pakistan gear up for next cricket battle https://ift.tt/T24hKCB The two cricketing giants will take on each other in Asia Cup tournament on Sunday. Author -- August 27, 2022 at 05:24AM

China's drought from the air https://ift.tt/l1ziwk9 After more than 70 days of extreme temperatures and low rainfall, China has seen its worst drought on record. Author -- August 27, 2022 at 04:05AM

Turkish singer Gulsen arrested over religious schools joke https://ift.tt/l1ziwk9 Critics say the high-profile arrest is a bid by President Erdogan to consolidate support ahead of elections. Author -- August 27, 2022 at 12:29AM

Chinese outcry after volleyballers wear N95 masks during match https://ift.tt/l1ziwk9 China's Volleyball Association later apologised, saying the decision was due to "lack of experience". Author -- August 26, 2022 at 12:23PM

UK leader hopeful criticised for Macron comments https://ift.tt/l1ziwk9 Labour accuses foreign secretary of a "woeful lack of judgement" and insulting close ally. Author -- August 26, 2022 at 03:01AM

Climate change: Russia burning huge amounts of gas, puzzling experts https://ift.tt/l1ziwk9 As Europe frets over energy, Russia is burning off millions of dollars worth of natural gas everyday. Author -- August 26, 2022 at 07:41AM

Nato investigates hacker sale of missile firm data https://ift.tt/l1ziwk9 Hackers are selling classified documents online after obtaining data belonging to missile maker MBDA. Author -- August 26, 2022 at 04:41AM

Giorgia Meloni: Far-right leader who's favourite to run Italy https://ift.tt/l1ziwk9 Giorgia Meloni aims to be Italy's first female PM and vehemently rejects any link to fascism. Author -- August 26, 2022 at 05:37AM

Latvia brings down World War II memorial https://ift.tt/l1ziwk9 Riga, the capital city of Latvia, has dismantled a World War II monument in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Author -- August 26, 2022 at 04:18AM

Why India made a U-turn on free trade deals https://ift.tt/yQA7pfu After years of reluctance, Delhi is signing several free trade deals. But will it help local businesses? Author -- August 25, 2022 at 05:02AM

Germany approves energy-saving measures for winter https://ift.tt/yQA7pfu The measures include turning down heating in public buildings as Germany tries to wean itself of Russian gas. Author -- August 24, 2022 at 09:55PM

Ter Apel: Dutch investigate baby death at asylum centre https://ift.tt/yQA7pfu Officials are investigating possible contributing factors, including available care and living conditions. Author -- August 25, 2022 at 04:26AM

On call with Italy's horseback doctor https://ift.tt/yQA7pfu Dr Roberto Anfosso and Ambra make house calls around the village of La Morra in the Piedmont region. Author -- August 25, 2022 at 04:01AM

Rohingya crisis: Has the world forgotten the stateless refugees? https://ift.tt/yQA7pfu Five years after millions of Rohingyas fled genocide in Myanmar, they continue to live in perilous conditions. Author -- August 25, 2022 at 04:16AM

India tycoon Adani in hostile bid for news channel NDTV https://ift.tt/1bT43Dd Gautam Adani's move has drawn attention because he is seen as being close to PM Modi. Author -- August 24, 2022 at 09:40AM

Eurotunnel Le Shuttle: Passengers stuck for hours inside tunnel https://ift.tt/1bT43Dd "Several people were freaking out," said one traveller, after a Calais to Folkestone train was evacuated. Author -- August 24, 2022 at 06:08AM

India sacks officers for accidentally firing missile into Pakistan https://ift.tt/1bT43Dd Pakistan had claimed that the missile violated its airspace, escalating tensions between the two countries. Author -- August 24, 2022 at 09:09AM

Missing baby girls: Is India’s skewed sex ratio at birth getting better? https://ift.tt/1bT43Dd For years, widely-held cultural beliefs have meant far more boys were born in India than girls. Author -- August 24, 2022 at 04:46AM

Signs of record drought along China’s longest river https://ift.tt/1bT43Dd Satellite images show extent of severe drought along the Yangtze River in China Author -- August 24, 2022 at 05:04AM

Dugong: Relative of mammal that inspired mermaid tales extinct in China https://ift.tt/1bT43Dd The dugong, a relative of the fabled manatee, has been declared functionally extinct in the region. Author -- August 24, 2022 at 04:26AM

Front line frontmen: Antytila, the rock band fighting Russia https://ift.tt/1bT43Dd Members of one of Ukraine’s top rock bands, Antytila, are among thousands of civilians fighting against Russia. Author -- August 24, 2022 at 04:01AM

Spain: Gunman euthanised before he can stand trial https://ift.tt/1bT43Dd The man had begged to be euthanised after being partially paralysed in a police shootout in Spain. Author -- August 24, 2022 at 02:20AM

Scott Morrison: Ex-Australia PM undermined government principles, advice says https://ift.tt/43ywU72 The solicitor-general criticises Scott Morrison for secretly assuming ministries, but says it was legal. Author -- August 23, 2022 at 09:44AM

Joy and concerns as Philippines schools reopen https://ift.tt/43ywU72 Philippines moved classes online for two years in what was one of the world's longest lockdowns. Author -- August 23, 2022 at 05:40AM

Kolkata St Xavier's teacher: ‘I was forced to resign over Instagram photos’ https://ift.tt/43ywU72 A former teacher at Kolkata's St Xavier's University says she was forced to resign over her bikini photos. Author -- August 23, 2022 at 04:53AM

India and Pakistan: Tales of partition trauma bringing families closer https://ift.tt/43ywU72 Grandchildren of partition survivors on how stories about the traumatic event have affected them. Author -- August 23, 2022 at 04:46AM

Ukraine round-up: Russia blames Ukraine for Dugina killing and mass events banned in Kyiv https://ift.tt/43ywU72 Ukraine denies it arranged Darya Dugina's killing as Kyiv guards against "ugly" Russian attacks. Author -- August 23, 2022 at 12:09AM

Hungary's weather chief sacked over wrong forecast https://ift.tt/43ywU72 A mistaken forecast saw the postponement of a huge fireworks display planned to celebrate a national day. Author -- August 22, 2022 at 11:45PM

Ukraine war: Russia appeals for new recruits for war effort https://ift.tt/vz1cr9H Hefty rewards are offered to volunteers to sign up as the army sees significant losses in Ukraine. Author -- August 22, 2022 at 04:00AM

Kashmir Hindus on edge after resurgence of targeted killings https://ift.tt/vz1cr9H Kashmiri Hindus who returned to the region as part of a resettlement programme want to leave again. Author -- August 22, 2022 at 04:01AM

Can a sleepy Japanese town become Asia's Silicon Valley? https://ift.tt/vz1cr9H A school for tech entrepreneurs will open its doors in April 2023 in the Tokushima town of Kamiyama. Author -- August 22, 2022 at 04:02AM

Ukraine war: Allies seek more security at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant https://ift.tt/vz1cr9H Britain, France, Germany and the US stress the need for nuclear safety as fighting rages in Ukraine. Author -- August 22, 2022 at 03:06AM

In pictures: Drought in Europe exposes sunken ships, lost villages and ominous 'hunger stones' https://ift.tt/vz1cr9H Nazi warships, lost villages and "hunger stones" are revealed as water levels drop across Europe. Author -- August 21, 2022 at 06:34PM

377A: Singapore to end ban on gay sex https://ift.tt/vz1cr9H The repeal of a colonial-era law will effectively legalise homosexuality in the conservative state. Author -- August 21, 2022 at 07:19PM

Portugal wildfires: State of alert begins amid third heatwave https://ift.tt/UP35OSQ The country is bracing for its third heatwave of the summer, with temperatures of up to 38C predicted. Author -- August 21, 2022 at 04:42PM

Darya Dugin: Daughter of Putin ally killed in Moscow bomb - report https://ift.tt/UP35OSQ A car carrying Aleksandr Dugin's daughter exploded on the outskirts of Moscow, say Russian media reports. Author -- August 21, 2022 at 06:11AM

Greece promotes smaller islands over Mykonos and Corfu https://ift.tt/UP35OSQ Greece promotes its lesser-known holiday destinations, but do locals embrace the trend? Author -- August 21, 2022 at 04:00AM

Ukraine war: Drone attack targets Russian Black Sea fleet in Crimea https://ift.tt/UP35OSQ The attack on the Black Sea fleet in Sevastopol is the latest in a string of strikes against Russia. Author -- August 21, 2022 at 01:57AM

Turkey crash: Bus ploughs into crash scene, killing rescuers https://ift.tt/UP35OSQ The bus hit emergency crews and journalists at the site of an earlier road accident, killing 16. Author -- August 20, 2022 at 06:39PM

Ukraine displays destroyed Russian tanks in Kyiv https://ift.tt/UP35OSQ Destroyed Russian military vehicles are on display in Kyiv, ahead of Ukraine's Independence Day. Author -- August 20, 2022 at 04:54PM

'Absurd': N Korea slams South's offer of aid for denuclearisation https://ift.tt/r3dxke6 Kim Jong-un's sister Kim Yo-jong asked South Korea's president, who made the offer, to "shut his mouth". Author -- August 19, 2022 at 11:18AM

Scott Morrison: Is this the end for 'Side Hustle Scotty'? https://ift.tt/r3dxke6 An extraordinary week in Australia has left even constitutional experts scratching their heads. Author -- August 18, 2022 at 08:09PM

Ukraine war: Russia rejects call to demilitarise Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant area https://ift.tt/r3dxke6 The appeal comes amid warnings of a nuclear disaster, as each side accuses the other of shelling it. Author -- August 19, 2022 at 12:23PM

Taiwan-China: Ex-Australia PM Kevin Rudd criticises Pelosi's visit to island https://ift.tt/r3dxke6 The former Australian PM tells the BBC the visit "upsets the symbols of the US-China relationship". Author -- August 19, 2022 at 10:38AM

Ukraine war: Damage to nuclear plant would be suicide - UN chief https://ift.tt/r3dxke6 António Guterres makes the warning during a summit with Ukrainian President Zelensky in Lviv. Author -- August 19, 2022 at 02:48AM

Manjula Patel: The 85-year-old India-origin chef wowing a UK town https://ift.tt/r3dxke6 Manjula Patel serves traditional Gujarati vegetarian dishes at her popular restaurant, Manju's. Author -- August 19, 2022 at 04:53AM

Russian speakers in Latvia told to pick sides in test of patriotism https://ift.tt/r3dxke6 The war in Ukraine has prompted Latvia to crack down on support for the Kremlin. Author -- August 19, 2022 at 04:45AM

Europe storms: Deaths are reported in France, Austria and Italy https://ift.tt/25vxFw8 Deaths are reported in France, Austria and Italy in violent storms after weeks of heat and drought. Author -- August 18, 2022 at 11:50PM

How English is becoming a popular option in Algeria https://ift.tt/25vxFw8 An increasing number of young people in the ex-French colony see English as a universal language. Author -- August 18, 2022 at 04:15AM

Ukraine: Preparing for the worst as situation at nuclear plant ‘approaches critical’ https://ift.tt/25vxFw8 Ministers say they are drawing up plans in case there is a radioactive emergency at the Zaporizhzhia site. Author -- August 18, 2022 at 10:29AM

Japan urges its young people to drink more to boost economy https://ift.tt/25vxFw8 The government's tax agency has launched a programme to encourage a new generation of sake drinkers. Author -- August 18, 2022 at 08:50AM

US and Taiwan announce formal bilateral trade talks https://ift.tt/25vxFw8 The talks come weeks after a controversial visit to Taiwan by US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Author -- August 18, 2022 at 09:11AM

Kabul mosque attack: 'Many casualties feared' https://ift.tt/25vxFw8 A local hospital says five children, including a seven-year-old, are among those injured. Author -- August 18, 2022 at 01:09AM

Accamma Cherian: The forgotten firebrand freedom fighter from south India https://ift.tt/25vxFw8 Accamma Cherian's contributions in India's struggle for independence have been lost to history. Author -- August 18, 2022 at 04:28AM

Dramatic finish in women's 100m final https://ift.tt/5G2Mh9f Great Britain's Dina Asher-Smith pulls up with cramp in the European women's 100m after Olympic champion Lamont Marcell Jacobs won the men's race in Munich. Author -- August 17, 2022 at 03:27AM

Ukraine war round-up: Explosions in Crimea and Soviet relics torn down https://ift.tt/5G2Mh9f Russia blames "saboteurs" for the string of explosions at a military site on the annexed peninsula. Author -- August 17, 2022 at 12:33AM

Scott Morrison: Australia ex-PM resists pressure to step down https://ift.tt/5G2Mh9f Mr Morrison, who is still a member of parliament, was revealed to have held five secret portfolios. Author -- August 17, 2022 at 10:21AM

Punjabi Lehar: The YouTube channel uniting Indians and Pakistanis https://ift.tt/5G2Mh9f Punjabi Lehar is helping reunite those who were separated by India's partition in 1947. Author -- August 17, 2022 at 05:12AM

Menstruation: The period charts smashing taboos in Indian homes https://ift.tt/5G2Mh9f Menstruation is a taboo topic in India, but some women are putting up charts with dates on their walls. Author -- August 17, 2022 at 05:00AM

UK enters endgame in EU research stand off https://ift.tt/5G2Mh9f The government is in a row with the EU over the UK's membership of the €100bn Horizon research programme. Author -- August 17, 2022 at 02:35AM

New Zealand: Human remains found in suitcase bought at auction https://ift.tt/ksMWcZA A family in New Zealand made the grisly discovery upon unpacking their haul at their home. Author -- August 16, 2022 at 02:04PM

Ukraine war: Explosions rock Russian base in Ukraine's Crimea https://ift.tt/ksMWcZA The base is hit by blasts a week after a Ukrainian attack on another military airbase in Crimea. Author -- August 16, 2022 at 12:50PM

Scott Morrison: Ex-Australia PM held five additional portfolios, Albanese says https://ift.tt/ksMWcZA PM Albanese says Mr Morrison held five extra portfolios but the ex-PM said he acted "in good faith". Author -- August 16, 2022 at 10:08AM

Chinese 'spy ship' Yuan Wang 5 docks in Sri Lanka despite Indian concern https://ift.tt/ksMWcZA India had reportedly voiced fears that the ship would be used to monitor its activities. Author -- August 16, 2022 at 10:53AM

Ukraine war: Britons held by rebels in Ukraine plead not guilty https://ift.tt/ksMWcZA One of the Britons, John Harding, could be sentenced to death by the Russian-backed court, state media says. Author -- August 16, 2022 at 06:47AM

Afghan contractors: 'I wish I'd never worked for the UK government' https://ift.tt/ksMWcZA Afghan contractors left behind when the Taliban seized power tell the BBC they feel betrayed. Author -- August 16, 2022 at 05:17AM

We built a Thai Buddhist temple in an Edinburgh family home https://ift.tt/ksMWcZA Buddhist monks oversee huge restoration of their temple which is located in a house in Edinburgh. Author -- August 16, 2022 at 02:56AM

Ukraine war round-up: Strike on Wagner HQ and Russia to increase ties with North Korea https://ift.tt/ksMWcZA Ukraine hits Wagner mercenaries' secret HQ, and Russia says it will increase ties with North Korea. Author -- August 16, 2022 at 12:10AM

Mangrove forests: How 40 million Australian trees died of thirst https://ift.tt/9x8wfEc The mass loss of trees in 2015 provides important lessons for the future, scientists say. Author -- August 15, 2022 at 02:03AM

Partition: Why was British India divided 75 years ago? https://ift.tt/9x8wfEc Britain left India 75 years ago and the country became two separate states, India and Pakistan. Author -- August 15, 2022 at 04:58AM

Miriam Margolyes: 'I now look up to Australian bogans' https://ift.tt/9x8wfEc In a new TV show, Miriam Margolyes asks whether Australia is truly the land of the fabled 'fair go'. Author -- August 14, 2022 at 01:45AM

Letter from Africa: How racism haunts black people in Italy https://ift.tt/9x8wfEc The murder of a Nigerian vendor has shaken a community in Italy, writes Ismail Einashe. Author -- August 15, 2022 at 05:02AM

The nine-year-old boy who fled war-torn Cyprus for London https://ift.tt/9x8wfEc Baz Bedrossian came to London with his family as a refugee after the second Turkish invasion of Cyprus. Author -- August 15, 2022 at 04:37AM

Rakesh Jhunjhunwala: India's 'share market king' dies at 62 https://ift.tt/3GJTWiA Rakesh Jhunjhunwala was often called India's Warren Buffett for his ability to pick the right stocks, Author -- August 14, 2022 at 09:41AM

Independence Day: The Partition baggage young Indians and Pakistanis carry https://ift.tt/3GJTWiA Seventy five years later, young people on both sides of the border talk about how their history impacts them. Author -- August 14, 2022 at 09:14AM

Oder river: Mystery surrounds thousands of fish deaths https://ift.tt/3GJTWiA A toxic spill is suspected but testing is yet to reveal the cause of the incident on the Oder river. Author -- August 14, 2022 at 06:11AM

Ukraine war: Zelensky warns Russian soldiers at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant https://ift.tt/3GJTWiA President Zelensky says soldiers who shoot at the Zaporizhzhia plant will become "a special target". Author -- August 14, 2022 at 04:00AM

The Italian town that celebrates fish and chips https://ift.tt/3GJTWiA The corner of Tuscany where they have been honouring their culinary links to Scotland for decades. Author -- August 14, 2022 at 05:58AM

Bangladesh fuel prices: 'I might start begging in the street' https://ift.tt/3GJTWiA Inflation and the Ukraine war lead to 50% jump in costs. Author -- August 14, 2022 at 05:20AM

Evacuated twice in a summer as France's fires burn https://ift.tt/3GJTWiA "We've never known a summer like this," says the mayor of one town threatened by wildfires. Author -- August 13, 2022 at 11:58PM

Climate activists fill golf holes with cement after water ban exemption https://ift.tt/3GJTWiA French environmentalists sabotage golf greens to protest against their exemption from water bans. Author -- August 13, 2022 at 09:58PM

Taliban break up rare protest by Afghan women in Kabul https://ift.tt/3GJTWiA The militants fire into the air as women call for "work and freedom" after a year of Taliban rule. Author -- August 13, 2022 at 05:32PM

HIV medicines: India patients say hit by drugs shortage https://ift.tt/nVc7Ogp India's health ministry denies supply disruptions, but activists allege a shortage of essential drugs. Author -- August 13, 2022 at 04:39AM

India independence to tsunami: Meet Indians named after historic events https://ift.tt/nVc7Ogp The BBC met six Indians who were named after landmark events that unfolded during their birth. Author -- August 13, 2022 at 04:38AM

The Afghan cyclists who fled to pursue their Olympic dreams https://ift.tt/nVc7Ogp Two sisters are among five women from Afghanistan's national cycling team now training in Italy. Author -- August 13, 2022 at 04:02AM

Ibiza: The birth of the 'party island' https://ift.tt/nVc7Ogp In June 1973, the nightclub Pacha opened in Ibiza and it changed the island forever. Author -- August 13, 2022 at 04:02AM

Montenegro: Gunman kills 10 after family dispute https://ift.tt/nVc7Ogp Three members of the same family were killed - the gunman was shot dead by a civilian. Author -- August 13, 2022 at 01:22AM