Harper Lee’s newly found stories reveal ‘a brilliant writer in the making’, her family say
The family of the author, known for To Kill A Mockingbird, say newly found stories reveal her brilliance. Read More
Airport inferno could cost Bangladesh $1bn in damages – experts
The blaze broke out at a key logistics hub in Dhaka that stored clothes and other goods. Read More
Artillery shrapnel hits vehicles on California highway during Marines celebration
California Governor Gavin Newsom had shut down the freeway, even though White House officials said it was safe. Read More
India sparkles as millions celebrate Diwali festival
Known as the festival of lights, Diwali celebrates the victory of good over evil. Read More
Tel Aviv derby called off by police after ‘violent riots’
The derby between Maccabi and Hapoel is cancelled before kick-off after police say “smoke grenades and pyrotechnic devices were thrown”. Read More
Giuffre thought she might ‘die a sex slave’ at hands of Epstein and his circle, memoir reveals
The BBC obtained a copy of Virginia Giuffre’s posthumous memoir ahead of its publication on Tuesday. Read More
Stolen treasures, a crown dropped as thieves fled – and serious questions for Louvre security
The most spectacular Louvre robbery since the Mona Lisa in 1911 proves the vulnerability of French museums, writes Hugh Schofield. Read More
Ex-Kenyan leader Raila Odinga buried after days of memorial events
The long-time opposition leader died aged 80 in India, where he had been receiving medical treatment. Read More
Taliban and Pakistan agree to ceasefire after days of deadly clashes
Both sides claim to have inflicted heavy casualties in cross-border clashes which began last week. Read More
Why John Bolton case is more serious than those against other Trump critics
Bolton argues his case is an example of “weaponisation” but legal experts say the charges are serious. Read More