Leg-spinner Mason Crane says he is ready to make his England debut in the fourth Ashes Test in Melbourne.

The executive chairman of Google-owner Alphabet will remain on the board as a technical adviser.

Police said there were allegations the attacker had pursued her with marriage proposals for two years.

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra cancels Charles Dutoit's appearances "for the immediate future".

The founder of Lotte Group, Shin Kyuk-ho, is sentenced to four years in prison for embezzlement.

Ugo Monye and Chris Jones have selected their team of the year - but can you do better? Use our selector to pick your side, and listen to the podcast unveiling Ugo and Chris' choice.

Yemeni Mohammed al-Dhabyani steeled himself as he gave news of his brother's death in an air strike.

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

The rate declines for a second consecutive year, the first time this has happened since 1962-63.

Scientists say they have made a step forward in the fight against a wheat disease that threatens food security.

The drive by separatists to break away and the efforts by Madrid to stop them.

Stoke boss Mark Hughes denies he will be sacked if his side fail to beat West Brom in the Premier League on Saturday.

Pyongyang says the US is seeking "the total subordination of the world" with its security strategy.

Two French artists were reportedly taken away after painting a tribute to Nobel laureate Liu Xiaobo.

How to prevent net-connected toys and other smart tech gifts becoming a post-Christmas nightmare.

The 'iconic' design will replace the burgundy passports that have been in use for almost 30 years.

Interim boss Graeme Murty is appointed Rangers manager until the end of the season.

A US initiative is put in doubt, as Palestinians die amid ongoing fallout over Jerusalem's status.

Ajmal, a sportsman, from Afghanistan describes his dangerous journey to Greece.

Asylum seekers to the EU could almost double because of rising temperatures in farming areas around the world.

It is designed to protect the animals, which have a special role in Christmas tradition, from predators.