At least 20 refugees dead after 4,000 rescued in single day

At least 20 refugees have died trying to reach Europe after their boat sank off the coast of Libya.

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Donald Trump thanks delegates after securing Republican nomination target

Donald Trump has thanked North Dakota for putting him "over the top" after the billionaire businessman secured enough delegates to clinch the Republican nomination ...

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Police hunt knife-wielding female bank robber

Police are hunting a knife-wielding, purple-haired woman who robbed a city centre bank wearing a boiler suit.

Mars ice age ended about 370,000 years ago, scientists say

The climate change swings on the Red Planet appear to have been caused by the tilting on its axis.

Seven convicted over al-Shabab's deadly World Cup bombings

Seven men have been convicted of carrying out twin bombings which killed 76 people who were watching the 2010 World Cup final in the Ugandan capital Kampala.

Python bites Thai man whilst he's on the toilet

This terrifying footage shows how the snake slithered up through the plumbing… but doctors say the man will make a full recovery.

Police fire tear gas at thousands taking part in French labour law protests

Riot police have used tear gas during violent clashes in central Paris to disperse crowds who attacked shops during a protest against a divisive labour law reform.

Man who raped and murdered learning difficulties student gets 33 years in jail

Killer Steven Beards will serve at least 33 years in prison in England after luring a student with learning difficulties to his wife's bungalow then drugging, raping ...

£1m Lottery winners to splash out on new lawnmower

A couple in England plan to celebrate winning £1m on the UK's National Lottery by buying a new lawnmower.

Donald Trump reaches magic number to clinch Republican nomination

Donald Trump has reached the number of delegates needed to clinch the Republican nomination for president.

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Vicar tweets photo of jewellery thief to 'help him find some redemption'

A vicar has appealed for help online by posting a picture of a man he found in his home shortly before discovering his late wife's jewellery was missing.

Off-road driving instructor 'left sisters paralysed after road rage crash'

A Jaguar Land Rover manager left two young sisters paralysed after smashing his company 4x4 into their father's car during a road rage chase in England, a court ...

'At least 20 dead' after migrant boat sinks off Libya

Italy's coast guard says a migrant boat has overturned off Libya's coast with an unknown number of passengers on board.

British serial killer considering court appeal

Serial killer Joanna Dennehy is considering whether to appeal after losing her British High Court claim for damages for human rights violations she says were caused ...

World leaders are 'rattled' by Donald Trump, says Obama

President Barack Obama says world leaders are "rattled" by Donald Trump and have good reason to feel that way.

Dock workers set off smoke bombs as protests escalate in France

Thousands of dock workers poured into a public square in the French port city of Le Havre, setting off smoke bombs as part of escalating nationwide protests against ...

Two dead, 120 injured, in explosion at Indian chemical factory

An explosion at a chemical factory in western India has killed at least two people and injured more than 120, officials said.

Thai man recovering after 30-minute snake attack on toilet

A Thai man is recovering after a bloody encounter with a 10-foot python that slithered through the plumbing of his home and latched its jaws onto his penis as he ...

Rescuers recover body of climber from Mount Everest

A helicopter has retrieved the body of a Dutch climber who died last week on Mount Everest and attempts are being made to recover the bodies of two other climbers.

French activists block bridge as strikes continue

Union activists are burning tyres and blocking a major bridge on the northern French coast on a day of nationwide strikes and protests over labour reforms.

Beavers released into river in Devon as wildlife experts hope they will boost the gene pool

A male and female were set free on the River Otter as part of a trial monitoring the impact of Eurasian beavers.

Dogs from puppy farms more aggressive and fearful, study suggests

According to research done at Newcastle University, the first few weeks of life at a puppy farm can have an effect on a dog’s temperament.

Life on Earth-like planets could be impeded by global warming, scientists say

Potentially habitable planets are likely to be encased in stifling atmospheres.

British expat 'absolutely terrified' of murder accused gardener

The last person to see British expat Patricia Wilson alive has described her friend's tumultuous relationship with the gardener accused of her murder - and how she ...

Convicted child rapist who fled UK detained in Brazil

A convicted child rapist who fled the UK has been detained in Brazil after three years on the run.

The length of a second might change but don't worry, you won't notice it

The new optical clock could reduce the number of seconds we’ve apparently lost since the time of the universe.

Final Liberian sanctions lifted after UN Security Council vote

The UN Security Council has voted unanimously to lift the last remaining sanctions on Liberia in a sign of support for the government's progress towards peace after ...

Woman aiming to use dead daughter's eggs to have child 'would fulfil dying wish'

A woman who wants to use her daughter's frozen eggs to give birth to her own grandchild has appealed to leading judges to allow her to carry out the dying wishes ...

Four suspected Islamic State recruiters detained in Belgium raids

Belgian prosecutors have detained four suspected Islamic State (IS) group recruiters who they say may have planned new attacks in the country.

Submarine found by Italian diver thought to be British WWII boat

An Italian diver claims to have located the long-lost wreck of the British submarine HMS P311, which was downed off Sardinia during the Second World War.

Slovakia's prime minister warns against large Muslim presence in his country

Slovakia's prime minister says his country is not a suitable place for Muslims to live because they could change centuries-long traditions.

Report find Hillary Clinton failed to follow cyber-security guidelines

Hillary Clinton disregarded State Department cyber-security guidelines by using a private email account and server, an internal audit found on Wednesday. Her staff ...

Sister's dismay at NHS doctor who left family to join Islamic State in Syria

Dr Abuanza posted “God bless this act of terrorism” on his Facebook page on the day of the Charlie Hebdo attacks in Paris.

Two quit board of scandal-hit Vatican Bank

Two board members of the scandal-marred Vatican Bank have resigned over disagreements about the management and mission of the institution.

Russia frees Ukrainian pilot Nadezhda Savchenko in prisoner swap

Russia on Wednesday released Ukrainian pilot Nadezhda Savchenko as part of a swap for two Russian servicemen jailed in Ukraine, an official said.

Cars swallowed by sinkhole in Florence

An underground water mains break along Florence's picturesque Arno River has created a 200-metre-long sinkhole that buried dozens of parked cars.

Sweden refuses to revoke Julian Assange arrest warrant

A Swedish court has decided not to drop an arrest warrant against WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange.

Round-the-world solar plane back in air after stop at home of Wright Brothers

A solar-powered airplane has taken off from the Ohio home town of America aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright on the latest leg of its journey around the ...

France using fuel reserves to deal with petrol shortages caused by strikes

France has started using its fuel reserves to deal with petrol shortages caused by strikes and protests over a bill weakening worker protections.

Angela Merkel hails 'milestone' measures to integrate Germany's migrants

Chancellor Angela Merkel said the Cabinet has agreed upon details of new measures to help Germany deal with the integration of some 1.1m migrants who were registered ...

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'Go home to mommy' - Donald Trump mocks protesters amid violence at New Mexico rally

Police responded by firing pepper spray and smoke grenades into the crowd.

Taiwan's female president 'extreme' because she's single, claims China

A newspaper published by China's official news agency has said the new president of rival Taiwan is more "extreme" in her politics because she is unmarried and lacks ...

Evacuation of Idomeni refugee camp continues for second day

Greek authorities have begun a second day moving people out of the sprawling Idomeni refugee camp on the country's northern border with Macedonia.

Bill Cosby lawyers outline defence as his sexual assault case heads to trial

A date has yet to be set for the trial.

Suicide bomber in Kabul kills 10 as Taliban appoint new leader

A suicide bomber has targeted a vehicle carrying court employees in Kabul, killing 10 people.

US seeking death penalty in Charleston church massacre case

The man charged with killing nine black parishioners last year in a US church should face the death penalty, Attorney General Loretta Lynch said.

Washington state wins for Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton

Democratic frontrunner Hillary Clinton and presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump have each won primaries in Washington state.

Revealed: The number of medical staff involved in the births of Prince George and Princess Charlotte

A senior member of the team has revealed the details…

Turkey in refugee plan warning over visa requirements

Turkey has warned it will not move forward on implementing a refugee readmission agreement with the European Union (EU) unless visa requirements are lifted for Turkish ...