Russia stun Spain to reach World Cup quarter-finals

Igor Akinfeev saves two spot-kicks as hosts Russia beat Spain 4-3 in a dramatic penalty shootout to reach the World Cup quarter-finals.

Russia pension: Protests over retirement age hikes

The government says the changes are needed to cope with a shrinking workforce.

Richard Freeman: Bradley Wiggins doctor had 'suicidal thoughts'

The doctor at the centre of cycling's 'jiffy-bag' scandal tells the BBC he had "suicidal thoughts" because of stress.

World Cup 2018: Igor Akinfeev saves twice as Russia beat Spain 4-3 on penalties

Russian goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev saves twice in a shootout as the hosts beat Spain 4-3 on penalties to reach the quarter-finals of the 2018 World Cup.

England beat New Zealand by seven wickets to win women's T20 tri-series

England beat New Zealand by seven wickets to win the women's Twenty20 tri-series.

India: Extended family found hanged in Delhi house

With an 11th body found on the floor, police investigate what could have caused the deaths.

Andy Murray: Two-time champion withdraws from Wimbledon

Two-time champion Andy Murray withdraws from Wimbledon on the eve of the tournament, saying it is "too soon".

Lewis Hamilton retires from Austrian GP as Max Verstappen wins

Max Verstappen wins a dramatic Austrian GP, as Lewis Hamilton retires and Sebastian Vettel retakes the championship lead.

World Cup 2018: Own goal by Russia's Sergei Ignashevich puts Spain ahead

Russia's Sergei Ignashevich puts the ball into his own net under pressure from Sergio Ramos to put Spain 1-0 up in their last-16 tie at the 2018 World Cup.

Canada retaliatory tariffs on US goods come into force

The country is imposing dollar-for-dollar countermeasures against hundreds of American products.

Hong Kong pro-democracy protests draw low turnout

Thousands brave sweltering heat to protest against Beijing, but turnout is the lowest on record.

Wallace the mule refused permission to compete in dressage

The only difference between Wallace the mule and a horse is his "enormous ears", says his owner.

World Cup 2018: England have connected with fans again - Gareth Southgate

England boss Gareth Southgate says his team have reconnected with supporters as they prepare to meet Colombia in the last 16 of the World Cup.

Redoine Faid: Paris helicopter prison break for gangster

Armed men extract Redoine Faid from the French prison where he was serving a 25-year sentence.

Plastic bags: Shop assistant 'grabbed by throat' as Australia ban starts

One customer reportedly grabs a shop assistant by the throat as a ban on single-use plastic bags starts.

Child marriage involving bride of 11 sparks outrage in Malaysia

An 11-year-old girl became a 41-year-old man's third wife, prompting calls for a change in the law.

Team Sky back Froome for Tour de France

Team Sky are "confident" Chris Froome will compete in the Tour de France, after reports the race organisers do not want him to take part.

Wimbledon 2018: Is Andy Murray fit? Who will rival Roger Federer & Serena Williams?

Is Andy Murray fit? Who will rival Roger Federer? What will the weather be like? How can you follow it? It's our Wimbledon guide.

World Cup 2018: James Rodriguez could play for Colombia against England

Colombia midfielder James Rodriguez is not as badly injured as first thought and could play against England in Tuesday's World Cup last-16 tie.

Aerial footage shows scale of UK fires

A man has been arrested as a blaze spreads over Lancashire moorland near a TV transmitter.

More EU protection for holidays gone wrong

A change in the rules means millions more package holidays will be covered when something goes wrong.

Garage Nation music festival: Four men stabbed

One of the four men hurt at Garage Nation festival in Redbridge may have life-changing injuries.

Hello Kitty bullet train makes its maiden voyage

The bespoke train carrying the cartoon character's image will run for three months in west Japan.

Thai cave: Divers advance in effort to save trapped boys

Rescuers hope the 12 missing boys and their coach are on a rock mound nicknamed "Pattaya Beach".

Australia sex abuse compensation scheme begins

Australia has begun a multi-billion dollar compensation scheme for victims of child sex abuse.

The US cadets learning Irish in Donegal

Cadets from a military college in Alabama are learning Irish in Donegal.

World Cup Catch-up: Mbappe & Cavani see off Messi & Ronaldo

Watch all the best action and funnies from the first two last-16 matches of the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

Wimbledon 2018: How many multiple singles champions can you name?

Roger Federer is chasing a record-extending ninth Wimbledon title - but how many multiple singles champions can you name?

Major incident declared as UK fires merge

Increasing wind speed causes two "rapidly developing and aggressive" moorland fires to merge.

Minister rips up EU customs report

The report "downplayed" his objections to Theresa May's preferred post-Brexit customs arrangement.

Heathrow border officers seize smuggled vulture chicks

Border Force officers find newborn chicks hidden on a man after he arrived from South Africa.

Mexico elections: Polls due to open after campaign marred by violence

Campaigning ahead of the presidential, parliamentary and local elections has been marred by violence.

Trump urges Saudis to raise oil output 'by two million barrels'

The US president says he asked Saudi Arabia to increase oil production due to "turmoil in Iran".

Why this teacher wants to change his country’s motto

High school teacher Dave Suchanek is so patriotic about Canada, he's created an alter ego: Flagman.

The women paid to cry at the funerals of strangers

Professional mourners in Ghana are paid to attend the funerals of strangers.

The 103-year-old pianist

Colette Maze was born in 1915 and has played the piano for over a century.

Your pictures: Active

Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week it is "active".

Why female suicide in Afghanistan is so prevalent

In Afghanistan, an estimated 80% of suicide attempts are made by women. Why?

Good week, bad week: The people in the news

Who has had reason to be cheerful this week? And who can't wait for this week to be over?

The Nigerian imam who saved Christians from Muslim gunmen

Villagers say the imam risked his life to shelter them, after they fled an attack by cattle herders.

Mexico election: Five things you need to know

Key points of the biggest election in Mexican history in which 18,000 seats are up for grabs.

Hi-tech dreamcatcher defeats sleep amnesia

The device designed to capture your dreams and offer more creative waking lives.

Could psychedelics transform mental health?

Could a drug made from magic mushrooms have the potential to transform how the condition is treated?

Austrian Grand Prix: Tensions at Red Bull? Are Mercedes edging clear?

There's an impression in F1 that Red Bull prefer Max Verstappen over Daniel Ricciardo - events at their home race didn't disprove the theory.

Wimbledon 2018: How the Championships have changed since 1968

To mark the 50th anniversary of the Open era, we take a visual and interactive look at how Wimbledon has evolved since 1968.