Sunday, 8 July 2018

Thai rescue: The psychological effects of being trapped


Child psychiatrist Dr Andrea Danese on the challenges that will face the rescued Thai boys.

Murder inquiry after Novichok woman dies


UK police launch a murder inquiry after a woman dies after exposure to the nerve agent Novichok.

Justin Bieber 'engaged to Hailey Baldwin', US media say


The Canadian singer reportedly popped the question to the US model in the Bahamas.

Eritrea and Ethiopia to re-establish diplomatic ties


Leaders agree to set up embassies in their respective capitals after almost 20 years of hostility.

Turkey train derails en route to Istanbul, killing 10 - reports


The train derailed in Tekirdag province with more than 360 people on board, reports say.

World Cup 2018: Fernando Hierro steps down from Spain role


Fernando Hierro, who led Spain at the World Cup, steps down as coach and will not return to his former role as sporting director.

Judge orders Brazil's Lula to be freed on appeal


The release of the ex-president has been called for pending his appeal on corruption convictions.

Syria war: Thousands return home in south-west


Nearly all those who fled a recent government offensive have come back to their homes, the UN says.

North Korea: Mike Pompeo rejects 'gangster-like' accusation


Efforts to get the North to ditch nuclear arms has global backing, the US top diplomat insists.

Wireless Festival: DJ Khaled pulls out due to 'travel issues'


He was due to headline the third day of the show at Finsbury Park but has been posting photos from holiday.

Novichok risk to public 'low' - UK minister


Sajid Javid has visited Salisbury and Amesbury to reassure people after a second Novichok incident.

Thai cave rescue: 'D-day' for trapped boys


The risky bid to bring the group out of the flooded cave was launched amid fears of rising waters.

Brexit: Michael Gove urges Tories to back Theresa May's plan


Michael Gove says he is a "realist" about the PM's plan but warns the EU the UK could still walk away.

Turkey purges more workers ahead of Erdogan swearing-in


Another 18,000 workers are fired as President Erdogan is set to be inaugurated with sweeping powers.

Japan floods: Military airlift people to safety from flood waters


The country's prime minister, Shinzo Abe, says the rescue effort is a "race against the clock".

Japan floods: 'Extreme danger' amid record rainfall


Officials warn of "extreme danger" as rains that have caused deadly floods are expected to continue.

Ethiopia-Eritrea border: Landmark summit aims to end conflict


The two leaders meet to seal a deal ending a two decade-old border dispute that led to a bloody war.

Brexit: Boris Johnson 'criticised' Theresa May's plan for deal with EU


The foreign secretary spoke out at Friday's cabinet meeting - before agreeing to Theresa May's proposed deal.

Thailand cave rescue: Mission to save boys under way


Rescue teams entered the cave at 10:00 local time (03:00 GMT), according to authorities.

Choosing to have an only child: 'People were offended'


Three mothers in three countries talk about why they decided to have an only child.

Roman Polanski's wife turns down offer to join Oscars body


Emmanuelle Seigner accuses the Oscars body of "insufferable hypocrisy" after her husband's expulsion.

What do non-Koreans love about K-pop?


We hit Europe's biggest K-pop club night in London to find out why young non-Koreans are going mad for it.

'I'm the smartest man in Africa - or in the world'


BBC Africa One Minute Stories meets James Maina Mwangi - the self-proclaimed smartest man in the world.

Your pictures: Make-up


Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week it is 'Make-up'.

Sanju: Is this Bollywood blockbuster whitewashing Sanjay Dutt?


A newly released biopic on actor Sanjay Dutt has been accused of "whitewashing" his chequered past.

Russian artists on culture, identity and censorship


Influential artists reflect on their lives and how changes in society have affected their work.

Was the newlywed mechanic who stole a plane shot down?


In 1969 a mechanic stole a plane from East Anglia and set off to kiss his wife in the US - then disappeared. Was he shot down?

Thailand cave rescue: 'Four-day window' for boys to escape


The local governor says conditions are now "perfect" to get trapped boys out but the plan is unclear.

In pictures: The Durban July in South Africa


The theme of this year's Durban July was "It Is Time" - and race-goers did not disappoint.

World Cup 2018: Croatia beat hosts Russia 4-3 on penalties to reach semi-final


Ivan Rakitic scores the decisive spot-kick as Croatia beat Russia 4-3 on penalties to book a World Cup semi-final date with England.

Wiltshire Police officer given all-clear over Novichok fear


The police officer was being tested at a hospital in Salisbury for possible exposure to Novichok.

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