EU 'strongly opposed' to May Brexit plan

European Union chief negotiator Michel Barnier says the UK cannot "pick pieces" of EU membership.

Veteran, 95, breaks own scuba diving world record

Ray Woolley breaks his own record as the world's oldest scuba diver by taking the plunge in Cyprus.

England beat India to clinch cricket series

England seal a series victory over India with a 60-run win on a gripping fourth day of the fourth Test in Southampton.

Seoul to check public toilets daily for hidden cameras

Seoul will step up inspections after more than 6,000 cases of "spy camera porn" last year.

South African mainly white trade union to strike over 'racial exclusion'

The Solidarity Union says a shares scheme restricted to black workers amounts to "racial exclusion".

Italian GP: Lewis Hamilton passes Kimi Raikkonen to win thriller, Vettel fourth

Lewis Hamilton wins a thrilling Italian Grand Prix to extend his title lead over Sebastian Vettel, who finishes fourth after the title rivals collided.

Russia pension protests: Fresh anti-reform rallies held

Rallies are held in Moscow and other cities, despite recent concessions offered by President Putin.

U2's Bono cuts short Berlin show after losing voice

The singer told the crowd that it "wasn't right" for him to perform after suffering problems with his voice.

Ukraine crisis: Mass turnout for funeral of Donetsk rebel Zakharchenko

The head of the pro-Russian rebels in Donetsk, Alexander Zakharchenko, died in a bombing on Friday.

Babies' remains found dumped in Kolkata

The bodies of 14 babies and foetuses were discovered by workers digging up a plot of land.

Rival protesters return to Germany's streets

German immigration policy was in the spotlight as around 8,000 people gathered in Chemnitz on Saturday.

Somalia's capital Mogadishu hit by 'huge explosion'

A school was struck in the blast and children are feared dead, local media report.

Syria blasts at Mezzeh military airport 'not Israeli strikes'

An electrical fault, not Israeli air strikes, is to blame for the explosions, state media say.

US Open 2018: Is Amazon's first serve strong enough?

British tennis fans have complained about Amazon's US Open coverage, but the online giant is breaking new ground.

The phone calls I made to my dead daughter

A grieving mum expresses her anger, loneliness and love by calling her daughter's voicemail for two years.

US military to cancel $300m in Pakistan aid over terror groups

The Pentagon says Pakistan is failing to tackle militancy and the funds should be used elsewhere.

Second Brexit vote would be 'a betrayal'

Theresa May says she will not "give in" to those calling for a second EU referendum.

Bobi Wine: Uganda's pop star MP arrives in US for treatment

The Ugandan MP and former rapper allegedly assaulted by the military arrives for medical treatment.

'I had gender reassignment surgery at 81'

Ruth Rose is the oldest person in the UK to have a medical sex change.

Pakistan’s mansions of heartache

In small towns across Pakistan, migrant families have been building mansions for decades. But behind every mansion lies heartache.

How much do you know about autumn?

Pop on your chunky knitwear, cosy up with a mug of hot cider and test your "fall" knowledge.

Your pictures: Festival fun

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

John McCain: Eulogies mark 'passing of American greatness'

Barack Obama, George W Bush and Meghan McCain deliver eulogies for Senator John McCain.

Obituary: Rosa Bouglione, the undisputed queen of the circus

Rosa Bouglione, who has died aged 107, was said to be "the undisputed queen of the circus".

'Crazy Rich Asians' puts spotlight on region's inequalities

Asia is home to the largest number of world's richest people - and also two-thirds of its working poor.

Rocket woman: How to cook curry and get a spacecraft into Mars orbit

Can you guide a spacecraft into orbit around Mars and cook for eight people morning and night?

Chloe x Halle: Meet Beyonce's soulful proteges

The sisters were signed to Beyonce's record label after covering one of her songs on YouTube.

The Mughal queen who became a feminist icon

Nur Jahan broke many male bastions to become a powerful ruler in 17th Century India.

U2 tour: Berlin show cancelled due to Bono voice issues

The band were part way through their set when Bono apologised to fans before leaving the stage.

US Open 2018: Wimbledon champion Angelique Kerber knocked out by Dominika Cibulkova

Wimbledon champion Angelique Kerber is beaten 3-6 6-3 6-3 by Slovakian 29th seed Dominika Cibulkova in the third round of the US Open in New York.

Was God Save the Queen played at John McCain's funeral?

The familiar melody was heard at the memorial to the US politician - but it wasn't the same song.