The US threatens a Nato ally with sanctions if it fails to release American Andrew Brunson.

Alexanda Kotey and El Shafee Elsheikh could be tried in the US and face the death penalty.

There are "serious indications" the blaze that killed 83 was started deliberately, a minister says.

A massive rise in syphilis cases since 2011 has become a public health emergency, experts say.

The general also mocked the US president for using the language of "night clubs and gambling halls".

Aberdeen and Burnley trade goals in the first leg of this all-British Europa League qualifier, leaving the tie wide open before the second leg at Turf Moor next week.

Alfredo Morelos heads Rangers to an away victory and the upper hand in their Europa League qualifying tie against NK Osijek.

An independent FA inquiry into sex abuse in football finds no evidence of an institutionalised conspiracy.

Mark and Polly's viewing habits reflect a deeply polarised nation and shape how they see the world.

Is this famous bridge a symbol of reconciliation or division?

Nothing shows the desperate state of Zimbabwe's economy more than the severe shortage of cash.

The numbers of older mothers are growing, but what are the health risks?

A couple are in a bitter fight for custody of their grandchildren after their son was killed in China.

John Schnatter is seeking documents about his exit from the company, after his use of the N-word.

All-female heavy metal band, Slave to Sirens, brings girl power to Lebanon.

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

How can someone work, pay taxes and still be homeless?

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

There have been blazes in Greece, Canada and the UK, with an unusually high number in some countries.

Giving away your old clothes has consequences for African countries trying to develop their own textile industries.

Two other Israelis are injured in a knife attack by a Palestinian in a settlement near Ramallah.