Parades, pillow fights and pole climbing - the best photos from Indonesia's Independence Day
Indonesia become independent from the Netherlands in 1945.
Underwater Virgin Mary statue retrieved from ocean for day of worship
The statue rests 15 metres below sea level, and requires scuba divers to find it.
Inside San Quentin State Prison: Photos of California's inmates on death row
Californians will be able to vote to repeal or alter the death penalty ruling in the 2016 elections.
China's coal mining villages are sinking, creating a geological disaster
The country's 19 'disaster zones' have spread across 23 villages, with 55 landslides and 808 incidents of mine subsidence.
Comfort Women: Former World War Two sex slaves demand Japan admits legal responsibility
Comfort women were forced into sexual slavery by Japanese military before and during the Second World War.
Place de la Republique's tributes to Paris terror attack victims are removed
Place de la Republique's Marianne statue was a colourful, poignant tribute to victims. Not any more.
Series of bomb explosions causes destruction in Thailand's popular tourist areas
The blasts come just days before the anniversary of the Erawan Shrine bombing, which killed 20 people and injured over 100.
Photos show what Sydney Opera House will look like after $247m interior revamp
The multi-venue performing arts centre has been recognised as one of the most distinctive buildings of the 20th century.
Queues line Zambia's streets in presidential election marred by violence
Either President Edgar Lungu and Hakainde Hichilema need 50% of votes to win the election.
Baliem Festival 2016: Tribes perform mock war in Indonesia's beautiful Papua highlands
Three-day celebration of the spirit, power and culture of tribes that have been practised for generations.
Nagasaki and Hiroshima mark anniversary of WWII atomic bomb attacks
During both ceremonies, Shinzo Abe pledged his determination to work toward a world free of nuclear arms.
Thousands of Pokemon fans gather in Yokohama for gigantic Pikachu parade
The release of Nintendo's popular Pokemon Go game has made the character more popular.
Macedonia: Flash flooding destroys parts of Skopje killing at least 21 people
Six people remain missing and over 1,000 have been evacuated.
Up, up, and away at Bristol Balloon Fiesta 2016: Photos of Europe's largest hot air ballooning event
Now in its 38th year, teams from the UK and other countries enjoy four day festival at Ashton Court Estate.
Wacken Music Festival: Best photos from the German heavy metal event so far
First held in 1990, the festival is now one of the most popular in Europe.
Anger over Mugabe's plan to introduce bond notes pushes Zimbabwe to edge
Country abandoned currency in 2009 after hyperinflation, adopting a multi-currency system dominated by dollar.
Philippines: 'Melodramatic' face of Duterte's war on drugs is laid to rest
Photo of couple went viral but leader determined to stamp out trade. 770 people killed in police operations.
Normandy attacks: Thousands attend funeral of Father Jacques Hamel at Rouen Cathedral
The priest was killed by two French citizens while leading morning mass in the nearby town of Saint-Etienne-du-Rouvray.
Rio 2016 Olympics: Photos of last minute-preparations before the games begin
Some 500,000 people are expected to visit Rio de Janeiro over the next three weeks.
South Koreans stage fake funerals as part of 'Death Experience' to make them appreciate life more
'Happy Dying' invites participants to take part in their own pretend funeral.
Skeletons clamped in iron shackles found in mass grave at ancient Greek cemetery
The bodies are thought to be the remains of Cylon supporters, following the failed coup in 632 BC.
Mermaids, fairies and pirates – best photos from AnimagiC 2016, Germany's largest anime convention
IBTimes UK takes a look at some of the best costumes from the event.
Beautiful photos of beaches, mountains and landmarks in Rio de Janeiro
IBTimesUK takes a look at some of the most beautiful sights the Brazilian city has to offer:
Ukraine's procession of the cross makes it to Kiev despite nationalist blocking route
The Day of the Baptism of Kievan Rus' procession marks the 1028th anniversary of the Christianisation of the country.
Syria: IS claim responsibility for twin bomb attack on Kurdish city of Qamishli
At least 44 people are dead and over 100 injured.
DNC 2016: Sanders supporters stage sit-in protest in reaction to Clinton nomination
Sanders backed Clinton as the Democratic presidential nominee on day two of the DNC.
Inside the equestrian clubs teaching polo to China's future elite
By invitation only, the Tianjin Goldin Metropolitan Polo Club is the largest association in the country.
Rio 2016 Olympics: Australian team move out of Village due to electrical issues and leaking water
Team leader Kitty Chiller stated that the Rio Village will not house Australian athletes until repair work is made.
Queen Elizabeth II's glittering gowns on show in Buckingham Palace's Fashioning a Reign exhibition
Three nationwide exhibitions have been organised by the Royal Collection Trust for monarch's 90th birthday.
Rio 2016 Olympics: Chinese weightlifters prepare for games at Beijing national sports centre
Winning a spot on China's Olympic weightlifting squad can be more difficult than the Olympics itself
