Sabine Schwab : page 4

Thousands demonstrate in Australia to welcome refugees and stand against far-right sentiment

20,000 people joined a rally in an attempt to encourage the government to take a compassionate approach in accepting refugees.

Oct 22, 2016

Isis crushes Mosul revolt led by 'apostate' commander at heart of Islamic State in Iraq

Syrian rebels backed by Turkey capture Isis stronghold of Dabiq

A Sunni prophecy states that Dabiq is the place of an end-of-times battle between the West and Islam.

Oct 16, 2016

Black clothes sell out across Thailand after King Bhumibol Adulyadej's death

The government has had to introduce measures to stop vendors hiking the prices.

Oct 16, 2016

Four dead after US Navy serviceman drives truck off bridge onto festival crowd

Pickup truck plunges off bridge and crashes into festival crowd below leaving 4 dead

Nine people were injured by the crash in Chicano Park, San Diego.

Oct 16, 2016

Sold-out Battle of Hastings re-enactment goes off with a bang

1066 and all that: Battle of Hastings goes off with a bang

The anniversary reenactment drew large crowds.

Oct 15, 2016

Nine orphaned sea lion pups released into the wild off Peru

Conservation body cared for seven-month-old animals after losing their mothers.

Oct 15, 2016

Graphic: Tasmanian abattoir investigated over animal cruelty

Tasmania's Department of Primary Industries said they are investigating for breaches of the Animal Welfare Act.

Oct 15, 2016

Forza Motorsport 6

Good Samaritans rescue drowning woman from her sinking SUV

Police said 68-year-old had pressed accelerator instead of the brake.

Oct 15, 2016

Chocolate Week: Indulge in the sweetest facial at the Courthouse Hotel

Chocolate facials are just one of the many things that have been taking place for 2016's Chocolate Week.

Oct 14, 2016

Hundreds block Westboro Baptist Church hate-preachers from victims' funerals

Hate crimes in UK against LGBT community increases 147% since Brexit vote

Around 2.1 million LGBT people in the UK have experienced hate crime due to their sexual orientation.

Oct 9, 2016

Brexit

Baby humpback whale saves stranded mother

The humpback whale calf nudged its mother to safety off the coast of Queensland.

Oct 8, 2016

Moped rider who snatched 21 phones in hour-long theft spree is jailed

Pedestrians were targeted from the back of a moped.

Oct 8, 2016

Japan: Mount Aso eruption covers surrounding areas in ash

Mount Aso: Japan's largest active volcano erupts spewing ash 7 miles into sky

However, there were no injuries or damages, reports said.

Oct 8, 2016

Volcano Japan

Exclusive: Photographer reveals story behind fascinating 'dogs catching treats' images

His photos have been seen by over 28 million people in a few days.

Oct 2, 2016

Copenhagen Zoo sees birth of Denmark's first okapi calf in 50 years

The rare animal was born in the early hours of the morning.

Oct 2, 2016

French police use tear gas and water cannon to end protest at Calais' Jungle camp

Around 200 migrants and activists were involved in the three-hour stand-off near the jungle camp.

Oct 2, 2016

Prince William: 'We have created such happy memories for our family during this visit to Canada'

Kate Middleton and Prince William said they 'feel very lucky to have been able to introduce George and Charlotte to Canada'.

Oct 2, 2016

Kate Middleton Prince William

Kate Middleton and Prince William go on royal walkabout on last day of Canada tour

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge met beneficiaries of the Cridge Centre for the Family, on their last day in Victoria.

Oct 1, 2016

Prince William Kate Middleton

Mexico's Colima volcano erupts, forcing nearby communities to flee

350 villagers living in volcano's shadow were taken to a nearby shelter on Friday.

Oct 1, 2016

Volcano Mexico

Video game news round-up: No Man's Sky investigation, Destiny 2 on PC and Battlefield 1 trailer

Your guide to the week's biggest video game news stories.

Oct 1, 2016

Battlefield 1 Bungie No Man's Sky

Articles by Sabine Schwab