Thursday, 26 July 2018

South Sudan spends $16m on cars for MPs


Each MP has received a loan of $40,000, about two weeks after extending President Kiir's term.

Imran Khan: Can former cricket star change Pakistan?


The ex-cricketer ran a campaign promising a new future for the country, but how will he achieve it?

Egypt zoo accused of painting donkey to look like a zebra


Cairo's International Garden municipal park denies painting black stripes on the animal.

Pakistan election: Imran Khan claims victory amid rigging claims


The former cricketer is set for victory but rivals allege there has been vote rigging.

Sir Alex Ferguson: Former Manchester United manager's heartfelt message after surgery


Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson sends a heartfelt video message thanking hospitals after surgery.

Giant gold nugget found in Scottish river


The exact location of the discovery - estimated to be worth more than £50,000 - is being kept under wraps.

Greek fires: Residents 'worsened disaster' by illegal building


Residents confront the defence minister, as he blames illegal construction for blocking escape routes.

Pakistan election: Five things to know about Imran Khan


Early election results suggest the ex-cricketer is on course to become Pakistan's prime minister.

Barcelona puts women's team in economy while men fly up front


On the first mixed tour ever, Barcelona men flew first class while the women were seated elsewhere.

Air India blames weather for bed bugs infestation


Photos of severely bitten passengers were widely shared online, sparking criticism of the airline.

Black rhinos: Tsavo East Kenya reserve sees another die


Of 11 rhinos moved to the Tsavo East National Park, 10 have died after the botched relocation.

Japan's Iga city 'does not need ninjas' after reports it was hiring


Officials were alarmed when applications flooded in after mistaken reports the city needed ninjas.

Colombian sniffer dog moved after threats by drug gang


A drugs gang put a price on the German shepherd's head after she found a massive stash of cocaine.

Sheffield topiarist 'disgusted by drunk hedge sex'


Keith Tyssen has to make regular repairs due to his "privet lady" attracting unwanted attention.

DR Congo: The crime behind the chaos


It's one of the world's most mineral rich nations, so why are its people among the planet's poorest?

Kaitlan Collins: Row over CNN reporter's White House ban


Kaitlan Collins was barred from an event after asking President Trump "inappropriate" questions.

Myanmar flooding displaces more than 16,000 people


Myanmar's Kayin state is hit by extreme monsoon flooding forcing thousands to move into shelters.

Sir Cliff Richard: BBC agrees to pay £850,000 legal costs


The payment to Sir Cliff Richard, to cover the legal costs of his privacy case, will be made within 14 days.

Imran Khan: Cricket hero who could be Pakistan's next PM


Former cricket star Imran Khan was on the margins of politics for years but now has power in sight.

Pakistan election: Ex-cricketer Imran Khan leads in early counting


Imran Khan is on course to win, but with counting delays it is unclear if he will secure a majority.

Trump: US and EU agree to work towards lower trade barriers


Donald Trump and Jean-Claude Juncker agree to work towards zero tariffs on non-auto industrial goods.

Tokyo Sarin attack: Japan executes last Aum Shinrikyo members on death row


The Sarin gas attack on the Tokyo subway in 1995 was Japan's worst terror incident and left 13 dead.

Beijing blast: Small explosive device set off near US embassy


Police say the blast was caused by a "suspected firecracker device" and only the attacker was hurt.

Donald Trump's Hollywood star destroyed with pick axe


It is not the first time that the president's star has been vandalised.

Republicans launch bid to impeach US deputy attorney general


Conservatives in Congress file articles of impeachment in an effort to oust Rod Rosenstein.

Facebook's shares tumble as growth disappoints


The social media firm's shares were hit by news that growth in monthly active users is slowing.

Australian media giants Nine and Fairfax agree to merge


Nine Entertainment and Fairfax say it will create Australia's "largest integrated media player".

BBC wants to challenge Cliff Richard verdict


A ruling over coverage of a raid on the singer's home puts press freedom at stake, the BBC argues.

Irishman on honeymoon dies in Greek fire, family confirms


Brian O'Callaghan-Westropp became separated from his wife as they fled the fires.

Colombia's Alvaro Uribe steps down to face charges


The powerful ex-president has given up his Senate seat to face fraud and bribery charges.

The man who could die from daylight


But could a unique invention allow Alex to go outside?

Is there life on Mars?


Victoria Gill takes a looks at four key moments in the search for life on the red planet.

How Australia's first gay imam is 'saving lives'


Nur Warsame says he counsels Muslims across the globe not to feel shame about sexuality.

Separation of migrant families: How the crisis unfolded


The Trump administration faces a deadline to reunite some 2,000 migrant children to their parents.

Korean War: Searching for the father they barely knew


As Pyongyang promises to return the remains of US soldiers, it could bring closure to their families.

Why young Indians are choosing streaming over TV


Streaming platforms are targeting India's young digital audience, often ignored by cable networks.

The precious metal sparking a new gold rush


The race to find new sources of cobalt - the key component in smartphone and electric car batteries.

UK citizenship: Brexit fears of EU citizen who lived in Britain for 40 years


An EU citizen who lived in the UK for 40 years fears she will not able to return home after Brexit.

Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool manager says he 'doesn't care about pressure'


Jurgen Klopp tells BBC Sport he "doesn't care" about the "increasing pressure" at Liverpool after spending nearly £170m on four new players this summer.

Hockey Women's World Cup: England face battle to reach quarters after USA draw


England draw their second consecutive pool game and now face a battle to reach the last eight of the World Cup.

Celtic beat Rosenborg 3-1 in Champions League qualifier first leg


Odsonne Edouard scores twice as Celtic fight back from behind to beat Rosenborg in the Champions League second qualifying round first leg.

What happened to Zimbabwe's land reforms?


Both candidates have questioned Mugabe's controversial policy, in the run-up to the election.

Greece wildfires: People filmed escaping into the sea


Video shows people taking refuge in the sea as they try to escape wildfires in the area of Rafina.

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