A rescue team in Mandalay, the city closest to the earthquake's epicentre, tells the BBC they "are digging people out with ...

Poland has temporarily suspended the right of migrants arriving in Poland via its border with Belarus to apply for asylum.

In Jordan, a 50km pilgrimage trail follows the path of a 4th-Century nun who journeyed through the Holy Land – centuries ...

At least 65 people, including children, have been injured in the strike, officials say, as US-Russia discussions focus on a ...

Dr Mark Perlmutter says doctors are working without soap, antibiotics or x-ray facilities, as Israel has resumed its ...

Burundi's president has told the BBC he has seen "credible intelligence" that Rwanda plans to attack his country. Évariste ...

Panisa Aemocha reports from the collapsed tower in Bangkok, where an anxious search and rescue operation is underway.

At least 144 people have died in Myanmar after the 7.7 magnitude earthquake, felt by Thailand and other neighbouring ...

The leader of Scottish Borders Council (SBC) has said he hopes the Tour de France can come through the region when the race ...

The home secretary has said plans for new checks on unauthorised working will help cut levels of illegal migration. Yvette ...

Hundreds are still missing and 1,700 have died, Myanmar's military chief says, as rescuers continue a desperate search for ...

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