Afghanistan qualify for first World Cup semi-final
Afghanistan qualify for the semi-finals of a World Cup for the first time in their history after beating Bangladesh in a low-scoring classic in St Vincent. Read More
LGBT troops on Ukraine’s front line fight homophobia at home
Gay marriage is illegal in Ukraine. Activists hope the LGBT troops at the front can change minds. Read More
King, Queen and Prince William greet Japanese Emperor
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan are beginning a three-day state visit to the UK. Read More
Assange arrives on US island for court hearing to confirm freedom
The Wikileaks founder has arrived on the Northern Mariana Islands, where he will plead guilty to one charge. Read More
US couple ‘walked for hours’ before dying in Hajj heat
The two pilgrims’ daughter says a tour agency they used had failed to provide basic necessities. Read More
Age anxiety hangs over first Biden-Trump debate
On Thursday, the current president, 81, and his Republican predecessor, 78, will face off in Georgia. Read More
Bangladesh’s deadliest executioner dies
The 74-year-old hanged several high-profile figures during his time in prison for murder. Read More
Julian Assange to plead guilty in deal with US
The Wikileaks founder will plead guilty to US criminal charges to avoid extradition, according to court documents. Read More
Floods break through US dam causing major damage
A dam in Minnesota fails from heavy flooding prompting evacuations Read More
Florence elects first woman mayor
Sara Funaro’s victory is the latest win for centre-left parties in Italy. Read More