Robbie Williams to kick off World Cup - despite offending Russia in 2016

He'll play the opening ceremony in Moscow, two years after Russian media called for him to be banned.

Catalan village women vote for topless bathing after row at pool

The local referendum near Barcelona means pools will have to allow topless bathing.

'True friendship' photo moves others to share stories

A photo of a group of women commemorating their dead friend has got people talking about the power of friendship.

Turkey's fragile economy worries voters before election

Turkey's economy will be the biggest issue in elections that take place on 24 June, opinion polls say.

Social media raises eyebrow at Trudeau - then lowers it

A grainy video of Justin Trudeau speaking sparked speculation as to whether he wears fake eyebrows.

G7: Fact checking Trump's tweets about trade

The US president took to social media to complain about trade barriers and defence spending.

Lucasz Herba guilty of kidnapping model Chloe Ayling

Lucasz Herba lured Ms Ayling to Italy with the promise of a photo shoot and kidnapped her for ransom.

World Cup child trafficking bid foiled in Nigeria

Nigerian authorities say they have rescued 10 children who were being trafficked to Russia.

Judge temporarily halts deportation of NYC pizza delivery man

Pablo Villavicencio will remain in custody of immigration officials until his hearing on 20 July.

Pope accepts Chilean bishops' resignation over abuse scandal

Among the three to go in the wake of a child sexual abuse scandal is Juan Barros.

US says North Korea talks moving 'more quickly than expected'

The White House also confirms that President Trump and Kim Jong-un will meet one-on-one.

Spain 'will accept' disputed Aquarius migrant ship

Spain says it will accept a rescue ship with hundreds of migrants aboard, amid an international row.

Kabul blast: At least 12 killed in Afghan ministry attack

The Islamic State group claims the attack, which comes ahead of a Taliban-government truce.

Florida school shooting survivors sing at Tony Awards

The students got a standing ovation for the performance, which came after their teacher won an award.

Actor Vince Vaughn held for drink driving

The actor was stopped by police in LA on Sunday morning for a routine check and was subsequently arrested.

German single mum gets windfall for kids after desperate tweet

Twitter users stump up €14,000 for a German nurse who could not afford school trips for the kids.

Actor Jackson Odell dies aged 20

He was best known for his role as Ari Caldwell in the ABC sitcom The Goldbergs.

Vegan YouTube 'drama': 'I was falsely accused of offering online sex'

After she was targeted by another vegan YouTuber, Anna Scanlon sued for defamation.

Xbox One gets new Halo, Forza and Gears of War games at E3

Microsoft reveals several big-name sequels and hires new talent to make more exclusives of its own.

Indian jeweller accused of fraud 'fled to London'

Nirav Modi, the Indian jeweller accused of bank fraud has fled to London, the Financial Times reports.

Homelessness could end in a decade, says charity Crisis

Charity Crisis sets out a comprehensive plan to make homelessness "a thing of the past" in 10 years.

US Air Force deserter found after 35 years

Missing Air Force officer William Hughes had been living in California under an assumed name.

Trump Kim summit: North Korea eyes 'new relationship' with US

The comments represent a marked shift in tone ahead of the much-anticipated US-North Korea summit.

Italy's Matteo Salvini shuts ports to migrant rescue ship

The Aquarius, carrying 629 people rescued from the Mediterranean, is told to stay put.

G7 summit: Donald Trump lashes out at America's key allies

The US president fires off a string of angry tweets criticising leaders that "rip us off on trade".

Trump Trudeau: 'Special place in hell for Justin'

A Trump aide says Canada's leader engaged in bad faith diplomacy at the G7 summit.

Garbage truck wrecks Brooklyn street

The driver lost control of the truck and caused extensive damage to trees, cars and houses.

Harry and Meghan to visit Australia and NZ

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex follow in the steps of Charles and Diana who visited the region in 1983.

Two more die as India WhatsApp 'child kidnap' rumours spread

Sixteen people are arrested after two men become the latest victims of message-fuelled hysteria.

Harry Potter play wins six Tony awards

The West End transfer's haul includes best play, best direction and best costume design.

E3: Xbox One chief teases Halo Infinite video game

New Forza and Gears of War games were also announced as well as a takeover of two UK indie studios.

Brazil: Bodies found at the foot of Rio's Sugar Loaf mountain

The violence has stunned residents of one of Rio de Janeiro's safest and most exclusive residents.

Legal & General targets climate change laggards

Asset manager LGIM says it will act against firms that are not addressing the risks of climate change.

'To live a dream, plan it very carefully'

Fashion designer Audrey-Laure Bergenthal advises would-be CEOs to "plan your dream carefully".

Queer in Nigeria: 'People don't think we exist'

A new book has been published in Nigeria to give LGBT women the opportunity to share their stories.

The family fishing for ancient fossils in Lebanon

Pierre Abi Saad is the third generation of a family of palaeontologists.

Cahills Crossing: Why do so many ignore deadly warnings?

It is well known for crocodiles and floods, so why do so many people get into trouble?

How many animals are born in the world every day?

Calculating the number of daily births takes in the very largest and smallest creatures.

The new African beat set to get Europe dancing

One of Europe's biggest dance festivals is shining a spotlight on the diversity of modern African music.