Dominican Republic: At least 21 dead after storm brings torrential rain
Thousands were displaced after rain flooded homes, caused power cuts and damaged bridges and roads.
1970-01-01 08:00
China: 26 dead and scores in hospital after Shanxi building fire
The fire broke out at a four-storey structure owned by a coal company in Shanxi province.
1970-01-01 08:00
Somalia floods: UN warns of 'once-in-a-century event'
More than 1.6 million people could be affected by the unusually heavy seasonal rains.
1970-01-01 08:00
California boat captain guilty over fire that killed 34
Jerry Boylan failed to train his crew before a fire ripped through the boat in California, a jury found.
1970-01-01 08:00
Mexico braces for 'extremely dangerous' Hurricane Otis
US meteorologists warn of a "potentially catastrophic" storm Otis when it makes landfall in southern Mexico.
1970-01-01 08:00
Kuda Bux: The Indian magician who charmed the West with his 'X-ray eyes'
Kuda Bux found fame after claiming he was able to read with his face covered like an Egyptian mummy.
1970-01-01 08:00
Sikkim India floods: 'I was holding mum's hand but the water separated us'
The Indian state of Sikkim is still reeling from destruction caused by deadly flash floods on 4 October.
1970-01-01 08:00
Inside an Israeli 'war room' on the volatile Lebanon border
An all-female team of Israeli soldiers monitors cameras along Israel's volatile northern frontier.
1970-01-01 08:00
How same-sex unions are rooted in Indian tradition
History demonstrates that same-sex love flourished in ancient and medieval India in various forms.
1970-01-01 08:00
Same-sex marriage: India Supreme Court fails to legalise same-sex marriage
The Supreme Court's refusal to legalise same-sex marriage has dashed the hopes of India's LGBTQ+ people.
1970-01-01 08:00
Same-sex marriage: India awaits historic Supreme Court verdict
The government has strongly opposed petitions that are seeking marriage equality in the Supreme Court.
1970-01-01 08:00
Israel evacuates villages near Lebanon border amid fears of escalation
Israel accuses of Iran of ordering attacks by Hezbollah militants that killed two Israelis on Sunday.
1970-01-01 08:00