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Office for National Statistics reports highest ever number of rapes in England and Wales

Scrapping of India's Planning Commission was a significant step by Modi in enhancing the autonomy of the states.

WHO says Ebola virus incubation period found to be longer in some cases.

Top official warns millions of Chinese live on less than $1 a day.

World Health Organisation plays down risks of major contagion in Europe and America.

Himalaya rescuers deliver bad news on missing hikers and death toll from cyclone Hudhud.

Drexel University's Dr Charles Haas suggests 21-day quarantine period for Ebola is not enough.

Respect MP for Bradford West criticises investigation against him as 'waste of police and CPS time'.

An analysis by Kailash Satyarthi's organisation notes that sex trade in India is flourishing with young girls being trapped.

The last debate was rocked by the West Lothian Question

In a short video that fast went viral, Michelle Obama holds a turnip and asks, "Turnip, for what?"

Obama said disease must be attacked at source and more aid must be provided to West Africa.

'Feeding the world, caring for the Earth' is the theme of this year's World Food Day.

The men were acting out scenes of war, armed with fake knives and guns in broad daylight at a French park.

Florida builder left in a state of bewilderment after constructing million-dollar home on wrong property.

Egyptian planes reportedly targeted Islamist militias in Benghazi.

Italian firm Wasp wants to solve the world's problems using 3D printers and a lot of clay.

Russia's deputy prime minister Dmitry Rogozin writes on foreword of revisionist book that Moscow has right to get back Alaska.

Britain is set to face unsettled weather on Friday and the weekend with gusts expected of up to 50mph.

Paris plans to adopt cigarette plain packaging, criticised by the US biggest tobacco producing state.

Up to 80 people believed to be still missing since the avalanche hit the mountains in Nepal.

Chloe Madeley threatened with rape following Judy Finnigan's comments on Loose Women.

The group has warned it will execute one of the hostages in two days if its demands aren't met.

Rwanda and Burundi accuse each other of being responsible for the bodies.

Condé Nast Traveler has issued guidance for tourists visiting London who want to fit in.

Banned Islamic sect seeks to establish global caliphate of Muslims.

Huge Viking hoard containing over 100 silver and gold items has been found in Dumfries and Galloway.

Ben Feshina was chased by gang and killed over £400 debt, say reports

Sarkeesian is well known for her YouTube series 'Tropes v Women in Video Games' and was the subject of hate in #gamergate.