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.
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.
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.
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..
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.
Wounded come home as Mexico demands Egypt compensation
On stretchers and in wheelchairs, six Mexican tourists hurt in a mistaken Egyptian air strike that killed eight others returned home, as Mexico pressed for compensation for the victims.
EU fails to reach migrant deal as countries impose border checks
EU ministers failed to reach agreement on a quota plan to share the burden of a flood of refugees.
All missing people found after Japan floods: authorities
Japanese authorities said they had found all the people left missing after massive floods that devastated large areas north of Tokyo.
'Mama Merkel' cheered by Syrians at refugee centre
Chancellor Angela Merkel won a hero's welcome as she visited a Berlin migrant centre, with Syrians cheering and taking selfies as Germany threw open its doors to thousands of refugees.
Elizabeth II marks record reign with little fanfare
Britain celebrated Queen Elizabeth II becoming the country's longest-reigning monarch, a milestone the 89-year-old herself downplayed as "not one to which I have ever aspired."
'Tired but happy': refugees arrive in France from Germany
A first group of around 50 refugees arrived in France from Germany as Paris tries to ease pressure on its neighbour, which has received the bulk of the migrants streaming into Europe.
Elizabeth II: Britain's constant in an ever-changing world
After reigning through the decline of the British empire and some of the worst scandals in royal history, Queen Elizabeth II is set to become Britain's longest-serving monarch.
Jon Hamm, Jennifer Westfeldt split after 18 years: People
Actors Jon Hamm, of "Mad Men" fame, and Jennifer Westfeldt, have ended their relationship after 18 years.
North, South Korea to hold family reunion in October
North and South Korea agreed to hold a reunion in October for families separated by the Korean War, following all-night talks between their respective Red Cross branches.
Thousands of refugees receive warm welcome in Germany
Germany readied for hundreds more refugees to arrive from Hungary via Austria, a day after thousands were greeted, often by volunteers holding signs that read "Welcome to Germany".
Queen Elizabeth's reign rooted in ancestor Victoria
Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-reigning monarchs, both came to the throne young yet remained a steady presence through eras of dramatic change.
Legendary horror director Wes Craven dead at 76
Wes Craven, a master of cinema horror whose directorial credits include "A Nightmare on Elm Street" and "Scream," died Sunday aged 76.
Obama returns to Washington, fresh from vacation
President Barack Obama returned to Washington late after spending two weeks vacationing on the posh island of Martha's Vineyard with his family.
Kung fu tourism: foreigners learn at China school
In the countryside outside the birthplace of the Chinese sage Confucius, 35 students battle the elements as well as exhaustion at a remote kung fu training academy.
Pakistan provincial minister among 16 killed in suicide attack: officials
Two suicide attackers killed a Pakistani provincial minister, who had campaigned against militants, and at least 15 other people, after detonating a bomb at a meeting the minister was attending.