US soldier pleads guilty to attempting to help IS
Cole Bridges, 22, shared tactical guidance in an attempt to help IS attack and murder US troops.
1970-01-01 08:00
Kenya sickle cell: Fighting to dispel the myths around the disease
Kenyan Lea Kilenga Bey campaigns for better treatment for those who have the genetic disease.
1970-01-01 08:00
Félicien Kabuga: Rwanda genocide suspect unfit to stand trial, UN court rules
Félicien Kabuga, alleged to have financed Hutu militias, was arrested in France after 26 years on the run.
1970-01-01 08:00
Why is Japan redefining rape?
Japan moves to reform its sex assault laws, finally recognising consent.
1970-01-01 08:00
Religion: Welsh 99-year-old hopes to keep US church alive
Bryn Seion church was built in Oregon in 1884 and Betty Pierce has been going since 1969.
1970-01-01 08:00
Court halts deportation of man with rare Fabry disease
Youssef Mikhaiel, from Egypt, has won a last-ditch attempt to prevent his removal from the UK.
1970-01-01 08:00
National Donut Day: The surprising history behind the US tradition
Rather than being invented by Big Donut, the 2 June celebration traces its roots to World War One.
1970-01-01 08:00
The untold tale of America's first spelling bee victor
Marie Bolden, a black teenager, won the first US spelling bee in 1908. Her win was eclipsed by racism.
1970-01-01 08:00
Every Canadian cigarette will soon carry a health warning
Canada will be the first country to have warning labels on the tipping paper of individual cigarettes.
1970-01-01 08:00
South Africa period poverty: 'I don't want anyone else to use rags for sanitary pads'
South African Tamara Magwashu grew up unable to afford pads or tampons - now she is changing that for others.
1970-01-01 08:00
Powerball lottery winner faces lawsuit alleging ticket theft
Edwin Castro won the jackpot last November - but Jose Rivera claims he is the rightful winner.
1970-01-01 08:00
Google removes 'Slavery Simulator' game amid outrage in Brazil
The app, which allowed players to "buy and sell" black characters, was launched last month.
1970-01-01 08:00