Sixteen thousand men and women from the Caribbean voluntarily enlisted for WW1.

The ancient city of Allahabad is the birthplace of some of India's most famous writers, politicians and scientists.

The president offers to work with Democrats, but vows "a warlike posture" if they investigate him.

Becoming the first person to reclaim the gavel in 50 years, Nancy Pelosi is back in the spotlight.

The collapse of a rural bank reveals the extent of corruption in South Africa.

Emile Ratelband wants to officially change his birth date by 20 years to boost his Tinder prospects.

Supporters of the Democratic candidate in Georgia's gubernatorial race say they won't give up all the state's votes are counted.

Researchers in Latvia are developing drones that can find people who are lost in the forest.

Beluga whales held in a Chinese marine park are to be moved to a more natural habitat in Iceland.

Greece’s key shipping industry – the biggest in the world – is going to be greatly affected by the US ban on Iranian oil exports.

As concern grows about climate change and resources, is it time to re-use more of our junk?

Canberra needs Jakarta more than vice versa, experts say, and the relationship is on shaky ground.

Using artificial intelligence to spot future fashion trends could also help reduce clothing waste.

The trial will decide if the infamous Mexican drug lord will spend the rest of his life in jail.

Jim Acosta was called a "terrible person" by President Trump after he refused to stop asking questions.

The UK's foreign secretary lauds the cross-channel relationship during a speech in Paris.

Four bodies have been found near a broken-down vehicle in the nation's remote centre.

India's top court imposed a timeframe for burning firecrackers, but the order was openly flouted.

Great Britain and Germany meet in two games on Thursday to mark the 100th Armistice Day and both can be seen live on the BBC.

In the build up to the FA Cup first round, BBC Sport picks out five reasons why we love the early stages of the competition.

"I'm not that stupid" - the Prince of Wales says he would stop campaigning if he was monarch.