Sri Lanka: 'I've spent 10 days in line for petrol'

Drivers in the crisis-hit nation tell of their mammoth waits amid a worsening fuel emergency.

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The striking photo that will define a visit

A photograph of Joe Biden and Mohammed bin Salman fist-bumping has gone viral - will their meeting be remembered for more?

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China heatwave: Shanghai workers swelter in 40C heat

Shanghai is one of dozens of cities across the country to issue extreme weather warnings.

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Missile strike on Ukraine space plant in Dnipro kills three

Russian cruise missiles hit a space rocket plant in Dnipro and the city of Nikopol is also hit.

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Ivana Trump died of blunt impact injuries to torso - NYC medical examiner

The death of Donald Trump's first wife is ruled accidental amid reports that she fell down stairs.

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Europe heatwave: Deadly wildfires spread in Mediterranean

A firefighting pilot dies in Portugal and a big fire spreads near Spain's Costa del Sol.

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Man acquitted of bombing 1985 Air India flight shot dead in Canada

Ripudaman Singh Malik was accused of involvement in Canada's worst terror attack that killed 329.

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Can the right smell make you more productive?

With more people working from home there's growing interest in making the home smell better.

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Pi Hanks learned Saving Private Ryan lines from helmet

Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg set up camp on an Irish beach 25 years ago.

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Sri Lanka: The fake ‘invasions’ of a broadcaster and Central Bank

After protesters breached official buildings this past week, misleading claims of other break-ins spiralled on social media.

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Kenya election: TikTok and disinformation

How TikTok is being used by supporters of various political factions in the upcoming Kenyan elections.

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Bill Gates vows to drop off world's rich list

The Microsoft co-founder says he will move a further $20bn into his philanthropic foundation.

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Netflix and Microsoft team up for cheaper plan with adverts

In April, the firm said subscriber numbers had fallen for the first time in more than a decade.

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Bill Gates vows to drop off world's rich list

The Microsoft co-founder says he will move a further $20bn into his philanthropic foundation.

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Nazi Soldau: Ashes of 8,000 victims found in mass grave in Poland

A mass grave containing 17.5 tonnes of ashes is unearthed in Poland, close to a former Nazi camp.

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Emirates calls Heathrow passenger limit unacceptable

The airline accuses the airport of being "cavalier about travellers" for limiting summer departure numbers.

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BBC Travel Watchers: Share your summer travel experience

Tell us about your journeys this summer.

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Sri Lanka protests: One dead and 84 injured, say hospital officials

A 26-year-old man died of breathing difficulties after police forces fired tear gas to disperse the crowd.

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Summer holiday: 'We spent 15 hours on a flight to nowhere'

Mark and Caroline Gittins ended up back where they started, after strong winds diverted their flight to Madeira.

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Battle of Waterloo skeletons uncovered in Belgium

The remains of humans and horses from the crucial 1815 battle are found in Belgium.

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Mexico to spend $1.5bn on modernising US border

A "bold programme" is needed to deal with the migrants crossing the border, Mexico's president says.

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Soaring energy direct debits called into question

Energy suppliers told to review the way they charge customers after large increases in direct debits.

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Ukraine grain: Kyiv optimistic on Russia deal to reopen Black Sea

Tough talks are needed to reopen safe cargo routes for the grain that Russia has trapped in Ukraine.

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Gambia after Yahya Jammeh: 'I'll never get justice'

Years after the notorious leader's election defeat, his alleged victims are still searching for justice.

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Sri Lanka: Police fire tear gas at protesters marching outside PM's office

Sri Lanka's PM Ranil Wickremesinghe has declared a state of emergency in the country.

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What did Shinzo Abe mean to Japan?

The former PM is known for his signature "Abenomics" economic policy, but his legacy lies in national security.

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Heathrow limits passenger numbers over summer

The UK's biggest airport has been struggling to cope with the rebound in demand for air travel.

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Timed Teaser: Why did Elon Musk drop his Twitter buyout?

Test your knowledge of the news these last few days - 10 questions, 10 seconds each. Go!

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Train drivers very close to going on strike, union warns

Aslef boss Mick Whelan says a walk-out could happen within weeks if pay talks with management fail.

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French Fécamp 'precious blood' relics recovered after abbey theft

Catholics were shocked when an artefact said to contain drops of Jesus's blood was stolen in France.

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Sir Mo Farah reveals he was trafficked to the UK as a child

The Olympic star says the name Mohamed Farah was given to him by a stranger who flew him to the UK.

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Ukraine war: Germany fears Russia gas cut as supplies halted

Russian pipeline operators say maintenance work is needed, but Germany suspects political motives.

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José Eduardo dos Santos: Spain approves autopsy for ex-Angola leader

The family of 79-year-old José Eduardo dos Santos alleged there was a plot to kill him.

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Henan: Violent clashes after hundreds show up for China bank protest

Many in China turned up in protest after their banks froze 39 billion yuan ($5.8bn; £4.9bn) in funds.

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Swiggy identifies 'mystery' horse-rider from viral video

A viral video had showed an unknown man on a horse carrying the food delivery aggregator's bag.

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Heathrow Airport warns more flight cancellations possible

The airport apologises for recent disruption but says it could still ask airlines to cut more flights.

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Flights will be more expensive, says IATA's Willie Walsh

Soaring fuel costs will be reflected in airline ticket prices, Willie Walsh warns.

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Tory leadership race: Rivals battle over tax cutting pledges

Tax has emerged as a key battleground in the race to replace Boris Johnson as prime minister.

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Russian rockets kill 15 in Chasiv Yar housing block, Ukraine says

Many are also feared to be trapped in the rubble of the apartment block in eastern Ukraine.

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Sajid Javid and Jeremy Hunt join Conservative Party leadership race

Contenders to replace Boris Johnson begin to set out their stalls - with many pledging lower taxes.

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