Nepal rescuers blast hillside in search of hydropower workers as families wait anxiously
Rescuers have resorted to explosives as they struggle to reach trapped workers, as the flooding death toll reaches 939.
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Two dead and more than a dozen missing after 'terrifying' flash flood hits Grand Canyon
"It was a beautiful day - and then people were screaming," one hiker tells the BBC, as 15 people are missing.
US singer D4vd's celebrity lawyers withdraw from murder case
The singer, 21, will be now represented by a public defender in the murder trial of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. He has pleaded not guilty.
'I haven't lost my hope' - the search for missing loved ones
Relatives of those still missing in the fatal floods in Nepal hold onto hope that their loved ones survived.
Company offering reward for safe return of truckload of beer
Police say a thief presented false documentation at a California distribution centre before driving off with the shipment.
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John Galliano exhibition at New York Met cancelled after backlash
The exhibition faced criticism over the British fashion designer's conviction for making antisemitic remarks in 2011.
Messi retires from international football with 'nothing left to give'
Argentina great Lionel Messi announces his retirement from international football, saying it was a decision that "hurt" but he understands "the time has come".
Messi retires from Argentina duty with 'nothing left to give'
Argentina great Lionel Messi announces his retirement from international football, saying it was a decision that "hurt" but he understands "the time has come".
Messi retires from international football
Argentina great Lionel Messi announces his retirement from international football, saying it was a decision that "hurt" but he understands "the time has come".
Trump pushes Apple to change 'Lake Ontario' to 'Lake America' on its maps
The request comes after Google made the switch for US-based users over the weekend. MapQuest, another US map provider, said it will not change the name.
'She slipped out of my hand' - children missing after ferry sinks off northern Cyprus
Ayten and Hayri Bicer's two young children are among 20 missing in an incident that killed eight people.
'She slipped out of my hand' - couple's children missing after ferry capsizes
Ayten and Hayri Bicer's two young children are among 20 missing in an incident that killed eight.
Search continues for 18 passengers after ferry capsized in northern Cyprus
Eight people have died after the ferry started taking on water shortly after setting off for Turkey.
Man arrested after Swiss rave shooting that killed woman
A 22-year-old Italian woman was killed and several others injured at a techno rave being held at a horse racing track in Aarau.
The jury's options in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial
Jurors have five options before them as they decide the fate of the former nurse charged with killing her three children.
Passengers stranded as strike disrupts flights at Kenya's main airport
Kenya Airways says the strike has caused delays of more than six hours, with some flights cancelled.
South African airline defends low-altitude aerial stunt over packed stadium
Airlink says the manoeuvre with two planes in close formation involved careful and precise planning.
From playing Serena Williams on screen to following in her footsteps
Having played a young Serena Williams on the big screen, teenager Thea Frodin is ready to follow in the American great's footsteps at the US Open.
Dolly Parton laid to rest alongside husband in Nashville
A private family funeral is held for the singer who died on Tuesday at the age of 80.
One dead and more than a dozen missing after 'terrifying' flash flood hits Grand Canyon
"It was a beautiful day - and then people were screaming," one hiker tells the BBC, as 15 people are missing.
One dead and several missing after 'terrifying' flash flooding hits Grand Canyon
"It was a beautiful day - and then people were screaming," one hiker tells the BBC, as 15 people are missing.
Algeria president seeks death penalty for arsonists after deadly forest fires
President Abdelmadjid Tebboune says he is not ruling out foul play after 100 wildfires were recorded.
Monza memories - Italian GP in pictures through the years
A selection of images from the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, which has hosted more Formula 1 races than any other circuit.
'Moonies' church leader jailed for two years over bribery offences
Han Hak-ja, 83, gave South Korea's former first lady two Chanel bags and a diamond necklace, a court found.
US and Iran trade strikes for first time in weeks
Iran says the attack on Larak Island, the first known US strikes since late July, killed two people and injured two others.
Iran vows 'decisive response' to first US strikes in weeks
Iran says the attack on Larak Island, the first known US strikes since late July, killed two people and injured two others.
Eight killed and 18 missing after ferry capsizes off northern Cyprus
A search and rescue operation is under way after a ferry carrying nearly 270 people turns over after leaving port.
How the US-Canada trade war is being felt on both sides of the border
The US-Canada trade war is being felt on both sides of the border.
15 hikers feared missing after 'terrifying' flash flooding hits Grand Canyon
"It was a beautiful day - and then people were screaming," one hiker who was airlifted to safety tells the BBC.
Hikers feared missing after 'terrifying' flash flooding hits Grand Canyon
More than 20 people are thought to be unaccounted for after flash flooding on Saturday.