Beijing is caught between its sanctioned neighbours, whose new alliance is causing concern.

Beijing is caught between its sanctioned neighbours, whose new alliance is causing concern.

Beijing is caught between its sanctioned neighbours, whose new alliance is causing concern.

The outdoor canopy fell on people sitting on benches below in Serbia's second city Novi Sad.

The move comes after weeks of clashes between security forces and supporters of ex-President Evo Morales.

Polls show young women overwhelmingly support Harris - some of them tell the BBC why.

Japan's Fair Trade Commission has ordered four major insurance companies — Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance, Sompo Japan, Aioi Nissay Dowa Insurance, and Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance — to pay fines totaling over 2 billion yen for collaborating to discuss estimates and bid amounts, leading to premium increases. (News On Japan)

The Japan Association of Corporate Executives has expressed support for Prime Minister Ishiba's goal of raising the minimum wage to ¥1,500 by the 2020s, calling for it to be achieved within three years. (News On Japan)

More than 200 people are dead and dozens more still missing after torrential rain earlier this week.

Ninoike, a 3,067 meter lake once shining in cobalt blue near the summit of Mount Ontake, has entirely dried up, leaving only mud in its place. (News On Japan)

Duma Boko is elected the country's first president not from the ruling party, in power for 58 years.

Duma Boko is elected the country's first president not from the ruling party, in power for 58 years.

Satellite images and on-the-ground photos show the scale of destruction caused by the floods.

Intense thundery rain and gusty winds led to this short-lived 'mini tornado' or waterspout

Several people have died, with dozens of rescue workers searching for survivors under the rubble.

Bal was one of India's biggest fashion designers, whose innovative creations were worn by stars and supermodels.

Two works in the Reigning Queens series were taken, according to the gallery's owner.

Two works in the Reigning Queens series were taken, according to the gallery's owner.

Cars were still driving along streets when the Valencian town of Paiporta was hit by devastating floods.

Alleged protesters - many of whom appeared frail after weeks in detention - appeared in court on Friday.