Japan redefines rape and raises age of consent in landmark move
The laws redefine rape and raise the age of consent from 13, after public anger over rape acquittals.
1970-01-01 08:00
Iceland Ireland told to recall UK products 'of animal origin'
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland has directed the withdrawal of frozen foods of an animal nature.
1970-01-01 08:00
Neuschwanstein: US man held after fatal attack at German castle
The 30-year-old is suspected of killing a women by throwing her from a hill near Neuschwanstein castle.
1970-01-01 08:00
Dylan Mulvaney: Bud Light loses top spot in US after boycott
Some drinkers boycotted the brand after the firm partnered with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney.
1970-01-01 08:00
Gifu: Two soldiers dead in Japan military facility shooting
Police have arrested an 18-year-old recruit who opened fire at his colleagues during a drill.
1970-01-01 08:00
Putin claims Ukraine counter-offensive is failing
Ukrainian officials paint a different picture - of pushing forward in the east and south-west.
1970-01-01 08:00
White House bans three guests after topless video at Pride party
TikTok star Rose Montoya says being topless in Washington is legal and she had no desire to be vulgar.
1970-01-01 08:00
Ukraine offensive: BBC goes inside village just freed from Russian forces
Neskuchne in Donetsk region saw the heaviest fighting according to the battalion which liberated it.
1970-01-01 08:00
Donald Trump is 'toast' if indictment correct, William Barr says
The ex-attorney general criticises Mr Trump after he was charged with mishandling classified files.
1970-01-01 08:00
Arikomban: How two states are struggling to contain a rice-loving elephant
Authorities attempt to find a permanent habitat for it as activists criticise its "brutal" treatment.
1970-01-01 08:00
Brittany: Girl, 11, from British family shot dead in France
The girl's parents were also injured in the incident, which was reportedly after a dispute between neighbours.
1970-01-01 08:00
Tears as Walsall charity book reaches Ukraine's president
Photographer Peter Ford says he cried when he saw his book in president Zelensky's hands.
1970-01-01 08:00