Rihanna says new 'Anti' album out soon
Singing sensation Rihanna says her long-awaited new album will be out shortly -- and that it's going to defy expectations.
Popularity of 'Putin the Shiite' sky high in Iraq
Russian President Vladimir Putin's bullish entry into the Syrian conflict has worked wonders for his popularity in neighbouring Iraq, where some await "Hajji Putin" like a saviour.
08 October 2015
Baby Francesca 'princess of migrants', symbol of hope
Dubbed "the princess of migrants", a Nigerian baby born on the Italian ship that rescued her mother in the Mediterranean has become a symbol of hope for those braving the perilous crossing in search of a new life.
The bandana's back: Paris catwalk show brings back the 1970s
On the Paris catwalk, a reappearance of bandanas -- those paisley kerchiefs that were hot back in the 1970s, remember? -- proved the lesson that old can become trendy again if you just wait long enough.
06 October 2015
Wildfires more likely in warming world
A warming climate could lead to a spike in wildfires, according to a study that researched the history of brush blazes in the Rocky Mountains.
Janet Jackson returns to channel late brother
It can't be easy to be the kid sister of the King of Pop, but Janet Jackson pulled it off in the 1980s as she became a music legend in her own right.
03 October 2015
Gorbachev says health improving, can walk again
The Soviet Union's last leader Mikhail Gorbachev, who has been battling diabetes, said his health is improving and that he can walk again with the help of a stick.
02 October 2015
Merkel has 'good chance' of winning Nobel Peace Prize: report
German Chancellor Angela Merkel could win this year's Nobel Peace Prize, the influential Bild newspaper said, as the leader is lauded worldwide for her courage in opening her country's doors to refugees..
02 October 2015
Chris Brown thanks 'strong New Zealand women' for support
American R&B singer Chris Brown thanked New Zealand women's advocates for supporting his plan to perform in the country, despite a domestic violence conviction which could see him banned.
02 October 2015
Swazi princess weaves royal raps in defence of monarchy
Sitting on a cushion under a tree on a hot and dusty farm with a reality TV show crew standing by, Swaziland's royal princess Sikhanyiso Dlamini lays down a quick-fire rap.
Kazakhstani mountaineer in Hollywood film, Everest
Legendary Kazakhstani climber Anatoli Boukreev is one of the characters in the Hollywood movie Everest about the tragedy happened in 1996 during the ascent of Everest.
Busan film festival fuels Asia's booming movie market
Asia’s most influential film festival kicks off in the South Korean port city of Busan, celebrating its 20th anniversary at a time of growing regional clout in the global movie market.