California fires: Los Angeles hit by new blazes Thousands of people flee their homes as a fast-moving fire threatens some of city's wealthiest areas. Go to Source
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi death: Trump defends not informing Congress of raid The president calls a top Democrat "the biggest leaker in Washington", amid rising partisan rancour. Go to Source
Origin of modern humans 'traced to Botswana' Scientists say the possible homeland of all humans alive today is an area south of the Zambesi River. Go to Source
France mosque shootings: Two injured in Bayonne attack French police arrest an elderly man after a shooting outside a mosque in the city of Bayonne. Go to Source
Iraq protests: Baghdad curfew declared as unrest continues The night-time curfew comes after another five protesters were reportedly killed in the capital city. Go to Source
Argentina election: Centre-left Alberto Fernández wins presidency Alberto Fernández sailed to victory with help from divisive former president Cristina Kirchner. Go to Source
Essex lorry deaths: Man due in court over 39 deaths Maurice Robinson to appear at Chelmsford Magistrates' Court charged with 39 counts of manslaughter. Go to Source
John Conyers: Longest-serving black congressman dies aged 90 John Conyers is remembered for his civil rights work, but his career ended under a cloud. Go to Source
Katie Hill: US congresswoman resigns amid affair allegations Congresswoman Katie Hill denies allegations she had an affair with a Capitol Hill aide. Go to Source
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi: IS leader 'dead after US raid' in Syria Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi led jihadists who carried out atrocities that resulted in thousands of deaths. Go to Source
Essex lorry deaths: Three bailed as work to identify 39 victims goes on Two men and a woman are released as work to identify 39 bodies found inside a trailer continues. Go to Source
Kincade fire: California orders new evacuations as blackout begins Authorities tell residents to “leave now” as precautionary power cuts affecting two million begin. Go to Source
Southwest Airlines pilots ‘livestreamed plane toilet on hidden camera’ The US airline denies the allegations, saying the incident was "an inappropriate attempt at humour". Go to Source
Kurt Cobain cardigan sells at auction for $334,000 The olive-green button-up - complete with cigarette burn - has not been washed since Cobain wore it. Go to Source
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi: US 'conducts operation against IS chief' - US media Reports come as the White House says President Donald Trump will make a "major statement" on Sunday. Go to Source
Essex lorry deaths: Anguish in Vietnam for families of missing Services for missing relatives, including a 19-year-old woman, are held after 39 bodies were found. Go to Source
California wildfires: New evacuations amid warning over strong winds Thousands of residents are ordered to leave as extremely strong winds could spread the fires. Go to Source
Catalonia crisis: Separatist protest draws 350,000 in Barcelona Marchers rally peacefully in Spain's Catalonia region to protest against the jailing of separatists. Go to Source
Ivan Milat: Australia's 'backpacker killer' dies aged 74 Milat murdered seven hitchhikers between 1989 and 1992 and dumped their bodies in a state forest. Go to Source
Catholic bishops back limited relaxation of celibacy rule The Pope will consider a proposal to allow married men to become priests in the Amazon region. Go to Source
Uruguay election: Rising crime top concern for voters Voters will elect a new president and a new Congress with rising homicide figures a main worry. Go to Source
California wildfires: Millions warned of possible power cut An electricity firm says it may have to cut power amid forecasts of a "historic wind event". Go to Source
Police question four suspects over UK lorry deaths The bodies of eight women and 31 men were found in a lorry trailer in an industrial park in Grays. Go to Source
Chile protests: One million join peaceful march for reform The president says the government has "heard the message" after the march in the capital Santiago. Go to Source
Essex lorry deaths: Vietnamese families fear relatives among dead Pham Thi Tra My texted two hours before the trailer arrived in Essex saying she could not breathe. Go to Source
Russian soldier shoots dead eight fellow servicemen The soldier on a military base in Russia's Far East may have had a nervous breakdown, officials say. Go to Source
Iraq protests: Five dead as mass unrest descends into violence There are appeals for calm after similar rallies earlier this month left nearly 150 protesters dead. Go to Source
California wildfires sparked minutes after electrical failure Fires in the north and south of the US state have engulfed thousands of acres of land. Go to Source
Trump impeachment: The most dramatic week yet From Republican protests to a damning testimony, the BBC's Anthony Zurcher breaks down the week. Go to Source
Mueller report probe will be criminal investigation US Department of Justice investigators can now issue subpoenas for witness testimony and documents. Go to Source
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