Astrud Gilberto: The Girl from Ipanema singer dies at 83
She was only in the studio as a translator, but ended up singing on the hit song and becoming a star.
1970-01-01 08:00
Inside the Taliban's war on drugs - opium poppy crops slashed
Afghanistan's leaders are following through on their anti-drug decree to stop cultivation.
1970-01-01 08:00
Robert Hanssen: Convicted US spy found dead in Colorado prison
Robert Hanssen had received more than $1.4m in cash, diamonds and money paid into Russian accounts.
1970-01-01 08:00
Can Mike Pence woo evangelicals away from Trump?
The former vice-president was his boss's ambassador to the Christian right - he needs them to win in 2024.
1970-01-01 08:00
Odisha train crash: The business park housing the dead in Balasore
After morgues in Balasore ran out of space, a business centre is being used to keep the bodies of the victims.
1970-01-01 08:00
Odisha train accident: Indian Railways seek police probe into crash
The railway minister announced the decision but did not give more details.
1970-01-01 08:00
How the Pakistani military feel about Imran Khan after protests
How did the 9 May protests affect support for Imran Khan inside Pakistan’s military cantonments?
1970-01-01 08:00
India train accident: Modi vows punishments over deadly Odisha crash
At least 288 people were killed in the collision of two passenger trains and a goods train in Odisha.
1970-01-01 08:00
Utah primary schools ban Bible for 'vulgarity and violence'
The ban followed a parental complaint that the book has content unsuitable for children.
1970-01-01 08:00
Venezuela country profile
Provides an overview of Venezuela, including key dates and facts about this South American country.
1970-01-01 08:00
Spirit Airlines and Air Canada delays reported after separate IT issues
The airlines warn of severe flight delays after both reported technical issues on Thursday.
1970-01-01 08:00
US actor Danny Masterson found guilty on two rape counts
Three women said the actor sexually assaulted them at his Hollywood home between 2001-03.
1970-01-01 08:00