Kenya's parliament back Haiti mission despite court case
Lawmakers approve the sending of police officers even though a legal challenge is being heard.
1970-01-01 08:00
Why South Africa regrets its post-apartheid liberal asylum laws
Tough proposals will have far-reaching consequences for foreign nationals who seek refuge in the country.
1970-01-01 08:00
Mali troops seize key rebel stronghold Kidal, army says
Kidal has been a bastion for the Tuaregs, one of the groups behind the political and security crises.
1970-01-01 08:00
Translators for German UN troops in Mali fear Taliban-style fate
Interpreters for German soldiers say they will be the target of jihadists after the UN soon leaves.
1970-01-01 08:00
Afghans who helped Army given homes at Weeton Barracks
Up to 55 families will be temporarily housed at Weeton Barracks in Lancashire from Friday.
1970-01-01 08:00
Alexey Kuzmichev: Sanctioned Russian tycoon detained in France
Putin-ally Alexei Kuzmichev was held as French police carried out raids on his properties.
1970-01-01 08:00
Women seriously injured in XL bully attack
Irish police say two women are being treated in hospital for serious injuries after a dog attack.
1970-01-01 08:00
Tai chi may slow Parkinson's symptoms for years, study finds
The traditional gentle Chinese exercise showed balance and movement benefits for patients.
1970-01-01 08:00
Call to help resettle more Afghans who worked with British military
Campaigners say some Afghans who worked with the British military have not been allowed to come to the UK.
1970-01-01 08:00
Man pleads not guilty to murder of Ashling Murphy
Jozef Puska, 33, will now face jurors in a murder trial that is expected to last five weeks.
1970-01-01 08:00
Poland election: Bitter campaign splits country ahead of key vote
It's seen as the most important vote since communism's end in 1989. What direction will Poland take?
1970-01-01 08:00
Mali crisis: Life in Timbuktu and Gao under siege by Islamist fighters
Al-Qaeda-linked militants have blockaded cities as government forces fight Tuareg separatist groups for control of Northern Mali.
1970-01-01 08:00