Watch: Hugs on tarmac as family reunite after Afghan ordeal
The couple’s family say they are “overwhelmed with gratitude and relief” at their release.
US TV hosts back Kimmel as Trump threatens TV networks
America’s leading late-night TV hosts lament Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension as a “blatant assault on freedom of speech”.
First students evacuated from Gaza to study in UK
The group includes at least four medical doctors who have places to study at UK universities.
South African hospital worker arrested with human placentas
The maternity cleaner was allegedly seeking potential buyers for the body tissue when she was picked up.
Taliban official dismisses Trump’s hope to ‘take back’ Afghan airbase
Bagram airbase was handed over to the Afghan military shortly before the Taliban returned to power.
MI6 launches dark web portal to attract spies in Russia
Outgoing MI6 chief Sir Richard Moore said potential agents in Russia and around the world will be targeted by the UK spy agency.
British couple held for months by Taliban released from prison
Barbie and Peter Reynolds, aged 80 and 76, spent eight months in prison with deteriorating health.
Minister rejects Trump’s call for military to tackle illegal migration
US President Donald Trump suggested the military could help tackle illegal migration to the UK.
Police find remains they think are US man accused of killing his daughters
The human remains of a man wanted on suspicion of killing his three daughters have been found in Washington state.
The lonely life and death of Delhi’s only African elephant
For 24 years, Shankar endured a lonely existence – including at least 13 spent in solitary confinement.


