An armed takeover of the Grand Mosque in Mecca put a halt to the modernisation of Saudi society.

Like every decade, the past 10 years has seen huge cultural shifts and social trends.

Once dubbed the ashtray of Europe, Austria has finally banned smoking in restaurants, bars and cafes.

Victoria's triplets spent nine weeks in Southampton's neonatal unit and staff sent updates via a new app.

Crews are bracing for another dangerous period as calls grow for volunteer firefighters to be paid.

Twelve of the 98 people on board died when the Bek Air plane came down after take-off near Almaty.

Shannon Lee alleges popular restaurant Real Kungfu has used her father's image without permission.

It led to the evacuation of more than 58,000 people and stranded thousands over the holiday period.

Four years ago, Linda Djougang typed the words 'what is rugby?' into YouTube. Now, she is preparing to play at one of the sport's biggest stadiums.

Some in Asia offered prayers and conducted cleansing or healing rituals during a rare solar eclipse.

A mission to launch thousands of satellites is about to begin, but scientists say this could affect astronomy.

Travis Head hits a century and Australia take two late New Zealand wickets as the hosts continue to dominate the second Test in Melbourne.

The 26-year-old man was eventually found and dug out of a metre of snow after five hours.

From distracted boyfriend, to Chloe and Gavin - these are some of the best memes of the last decade.

The killings are said to have been revenge for the death of the Islamic State group leader in Syria.

Mohamed Sekkaki was arrested for criticising King Mohammed's speeches.

The Tony Award-winning composer wrote the music and lyrics for Hello, Dolly! and La Cage Au Folles.

The popular sauce has been recalled in Australia and New Zealand over fears it may splatter when opened.

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba says his new anti-racism initiative is aimed at making people understand "we are all one".

Jonathan Overend looks back on the day Andy Murray ended Britain's 77-year wait for a Wimbledon men's singles champion.

A 22-year-old Londoner admits trying to blackmail Apple by threatening to wipe iCloud accounts.