The exodus of academics has quickened since last year's failed coup, says the BBC's Mark Lowen.

Growing numbers of consumers are prepared to pay more for coffee that is ethically sourced.

Why the adults worrying about children's lack of exercise may be at least partly to blame.

The Peruvian president's decision to pardon the jailed ex-leader has also triggered protests.

The Pakistani women learning mixed martial arts to defend themselves against sexual harassment.

The UN says sick children from a rebel enclave near Damascus should not be used to trade prisoners.

Jessica Falkholt, who starred as Hope, and her sister were injured in a crash which killed their parents.

A ticket donated for homeless people was used by the daughter of an Australian charity leader.

American Airlines wrongly accused two professional basketball players of stealing first class blankets.

Unicef says children in conflict zones are being targeted in homes, schools and playgrounds.

The Bishop of Liverpool says some are "uncritically accepting" of things said by the US president.

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Oli Shaw's seventh-minute strike is incorrectly disallowed as Hearts and Hibernian contest a goallesss Edinburgh derby.

So-called Islamic State says it attacked a Shia centre in the Afghan capital, killing at least 41.

Alastair Cook's unbeaten 244 - the highest score by a visiting batsman at the MCG - gives England firm control of the Boxing Day Test.

Leaked emails exposed pageant executives insulting contestants over their appearance and sex lives.

Airi Kakimoto died after spending about 15 years confined to a tiny unheated shed.

Model Chrissy Teigen and husband John Legend complete a marathon journey that made headlines around the world.

World number one Rafael Nadal withdraws from the Brisbane International but says he still intends to play at the Australian Open.

Tyler Haire was locked up at 16 and ordered to undergo a mental exam. You won't believe what didn't happen next.

Most-wanted Thomas Barnouin was captured with some fellow French IS fighters.