India court crippled by a million-case backlog
With over a million cases pending, the Allahabad High court is one of India’s most overburdened courts.
How Europe held off US to win sensational Ryder Cup
Captain Luke Donald cements his status as a bona fide Ryder Cup legend as Europe hold off a spirited US fightback to win in New York.
The picturesque Dutch village set to charge tourists an entry fee
Zaanse Schans, popular for its windmills, has a population of just 100 people – but more than two million tourists will have visited this year.
US citizen released by Taliban after nine-month detention
Amir Amiry is expected to return to the US after months of negotiations for his release, which were led by Qatari mediators.
US citizen released by Taliban after nine-month detention
Amir Amiry is expected to return to the US after months of negotiations for his release, which were led by Qatari mediators.
Eric Adams ends re-election bid for New York City mayor
Adams, elected in 2022 as a Democrat, was running as an independent after repeated scandals and indictment for alleged bribery.
Moldovans await pivotal election result as leader warns of Russian interference
The vote is seen as critical for Moldova’s future EU path, with the two main political forces thought to be neck and neck.
At least one person dead after shooting and fire at Mormon church in Michigan
Police say the shooter “is down” and there is no further threat to the public. Nine others were injured.
Army sent to battle fire in Namibia tourist hotspot
Etosha National Park is home to endangered black rhinos and more than 100 diverse mammal species.
Watch: World’s highest bridge opens in China
The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge towers 625m (2,083ft) above a gorge in the country’s Guizhou province.


