Sally Challen was jailed for murder in 2011 but a new law means an appeal next month could succeed.

The veteran lawmaker reclaims the Speaker's gavel as Democrats take control of the US House.

As the Army tries to recruit "snowflake millennials", how does it compare with previous campaigns?

The state department urges Americans to "exercise caution" amid heightened tension with Beijing.

Efforts to cover up the crimes caused great harm, he says in a letter to US bishops on a retreat.

Leroy Sane scores the winner as Manchester City narrow the gap on Premier League leaders Liverpool to four points.

Santi Cazorla scores twice as Villarreal denied Real Madrid a chance to reduce the gap to La Liga leaders Barcelona to five points.

Exclusive footage shows the battle to push the Islamic State group out of the Syrian town of Hajin.

Wales' Leigh Halfpenny to see a specialist after missing two months with concussion, but Liam Williams returns to boost Wales.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says his side's 2-1 defeat away to defending league champions Manchester City was "outstandingly intense".

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says his side played "like it was final" as they ended Liverpool's 20-game unbeaten start to the league season.

BBC Sport football expert Mark Lawrenson predicts the outcome of all 32 FA Cup third-round ties, with Radio 1 DJ Annie Mac joining him for selected matches.

The defence secretary says HMS Mersey will help prevent migrants making the "dangerous journey".

Pep Guardiola says Manchester City's win over Liverpool is "good for the Premier League" as Liverpool's lead is cut to four points.

The man's body was discovered in Sydney nine months ago, but his identity remains unknown.

Jurgen Klopp believes Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany should have been sent off in Liverpool's defeat at the Etihad.

What China's Chang'e-4 mission could tell us about the far side of the Moon.

It's the weekly news quiz - have you been paying attention to what's been going on in the world during the past seven days?

A selection of the best photos from across Africa this week.

Canada's leader heads into an election year with three big challenges on the horizon.

Our green guinea pigs agreed to make as many changes as possible for a more eco-friendly lifestyle.