China joins Russia in vetoing UN Security Council resolution for ceasefire in Aleppo
Russia argues that a ceasefire in besieged Syrian city would allow 'terrorists' to regroup.
Paris 'love locks' to be sold to raise €100,000 for refugees
The Capital of Love confirmed it would show love to migrants by donating the proceeds of the sales.
New York City says it needs $475k a day to protect Trump and requests $35m from US government
Officials say 'tremendous number of resources' are needed to protect President-elect in Trump Tower.
Nigel Farage shortlisted for Time's Person of the Year Award 2016 for contribution to Brexit
The ex-Ukip leader would be only the third Brit to win it, after Churchill and The Queen.
Damning confession that Bill Cosby gave girls drugs before sex will be heard in trial, judge rules
Defence lawyers attempt to suppress the evidence but judge rules against them.
Islamic State in Libya suspected of using women as suicide bombers
It comes when the terrorists are making a 'last stand' in the northern city.
Explosions heard as 'state-of-the-art' recycling facility bursts into flames
More than 80 firefighters still trying to tackle blaze which they say 'could burn for days'.
Trump slammed for SNL tweet – told to focus on transgender rights instead
String of angry tweets came from transgender activist Daniella Muscato who brought up issue of trans suicides.
Ukip's Paul Nuttall confirms he wants to privatise NHS, despite party's stance
Newly elected leader was forced to defend the comments as he tried to woo Labour voters.
Lib Dems have 'nothing to say' for those who voted Brexit, Labour MP claims
Keir Starmer's claim comes as Sarah Olney swept away Zac Goldsmith in the Richmond by-election.
PM Matteo Renzi's future hangs in the balance as polls open in Italian referendum
Centre-left leader has promised to resign if the 'Yes' vote is unsuccessful.
Manchester City's Yaya Toure charged with drink-driving in east London
The star player famously declined champagne after a match in 2012 because he was a Muslim.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Jose Mourinho accused of 'avoiding millions' in taxes
European Investigative Collaborations claims it has 18.6 million documents which 'reveal murky financial transactions'.
University of Southern California professor stabbed to death due to 'personal dispute'
Police confirmed it was not a random act and that the professor was targeted by the student.
French baby opens eyes after doctors threatened to cut life support
Doctors believed she would never recover and threatened to 'pull the plug' but her father thought otherwise.
Alleged football sex abuser 'still in the sport' after his behaviour was spotted
The victim, in his 40s, claimed the man made young players line up in the changing rooms naked for inspection.
Syria's President Assad recaptures more than half of eastern Aleppo from extremists, reports say
Battle for northern city has been deadlocked for four years but government has made new breakthroughs.
Cambridge vegetarian café refuses to accept new £5 notes in animal-fat scandal
'Our whole business is based around not having anything like that on the premises.'
Pilot in Colombia plane crash accused of 'mass murder' amid speculation plane ran out of fuel
Another pilot speaking anonymously said his actions were 'pure irresponsibility'.
Didier Drogba's charity cleared of fraud, but criticised for undermining public's trust
The Charity Commission launched an investigation over concerns as to how funds were spent.
Hundreds of thousands of UK internet users lose web access after cyberattack
The attack targeted specific routers, but experts believe other connected devices could soon be hit.
Former NFL player Joe McKnight shot and killed in 'road rage incident' near New Orleans
A witness said the shooter stood over him and said 'I told you don't you f--- with me.'
Austrian woman kills her mother, brother and children then turns gun on herself
The 35-year-old mum carried out the "execution-style" killings with a pistol, local media reported.
James Mattis appointed as Donald Trump's Secretary of Defense
Ex-Marine General served for four decades partaking in all US-Middle Eastern conflicts since Desert Shield.
Karen Danczuk's shocking testimony: 'Older brother raped me as a child'
Danczuk said brother Michael Burke repeatedly crawled into her bed and forced himself upon her.
Chapecoense tragedy: Pilot's desperate last words reveal that crashed plane ran out of fuel
In audiotapes broadcast on Colombian media, pilot begs control tower for emergency runway.
Brexit challenger Gina Miller spent £60,000 on security after getting death threats
She said she has endured online racist and sexist abuse and has faced a threat of sexual violence.
Magnus Carlsen triumphs over Sergey Karjakin in World Chess Championships 2016
Norwegian tyro who turned 26 during tournament will walk away with €1m in prize money.
Trials to test use of MDMA for sufferers of PTSD given the green light
Researchers are so optimistic about the drug's benefits that it could be rolled out as soon as 2021.
Sanctions handed out to benefits claimants with no evidence they are effective, report claims
'Sanctions create destitution but the DWP is operating almost blind'.
