2016-08-07

World News

Flash flooding in FYROM capital leaves more than 20 people dead

More than 20 people have been killed in flash flooding in Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia.

07/08/2016

Iraq

In northern Iraq, thousands flee Mosul campaign

Thousands have been displaced as Iraqi army and allied forces push towards the ISIL stronghold of Mosul.

07/08/2016

Sport

Rio Olympics: Mellouli targets third straight gold

Tunisian long distance swimmer Oussama Mellouli says it would be a dream come true if he were to win a third straight Olympic gold in Rio.

07/08/2016

Turkey

Millions gather in Istanbul for anti-coup rally called by Erdogan

Several million rallied in Istanbul on Sunday, according to police and organisers.

07/08/2016

Brazil

Winds, security and more doping scandals leave Rio Olympic organisers struggling

07/08/2016

Sport

Russia banned from competing at 2016 Rio Paralympic Games

07/08/2016

Thailand

Thailand 'approves military-backed constitution'

07/08/2016

Sport

Russia's Paralympic team banned from competing in Rio

The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has imposed a blanket ban on Russian athletes from competing at the Rio Paralympics.

07/08/2016

Iran

Iran hangs nuclear scientist over US 'treason'

Iran has executed a nuclear scientist accused of providing the US with information about the country's nuclear programme.

07/08/2016

Turkey

Istanbul rally called by Erdogan draws millions

A massive rally against last month's failed coup - and a show of strength for president Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

07/08/2016

Russia

Rio Olympics: Mudranov gives Russia a perfect start as American teenager Thrasher shoots to first gold

Beslan Mudranov gave Russia something to cheer about following a scandal-plagued build up to the 2016 Rio Games.

07/08/2016

Belgium

ISIL claims machete attack against Belgian policewomen

The group calling itself Islamic State, or ISIL, claims responsibility for Saturday's machete attack in the Belgian city of Charleroi.

07/08/2016

Brazil

Another Day in Sporting Paradise: being a fan at Rio 2016

Sunday – day two of the Olympics – saw fans continue their Rio routine, heading off to their chosen event, in the Brazilian sunshine.

07/08/2016

Republic of North Macedonia

Flash floods and mudslides kill at least 20 in Skopje

A hundred more injured in freak weather in the capital of the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia.

07/08/2016

South Africa

Oscar Pistorius taken to hospital for 'wrist injuries'

Prison officials say the former track star denied he tried to commit suicide by cutting his wrists.

07/08/2016

Italy

Watch: Kitten brought back to life after coastguard's mouth-to-mouth

Amid the ongoing refugee crisis in the Mediterranean, the Italian coastguard is more used to saving the lives of EU-bound migrants.

07/08/2016

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Colourful canal parade lights up Amsterdam Gay Pride

Eurovision winner Conchita Wurst was a star guest at the climax of Amsterdam Gay Pride.

07/08/2016

Japan

Never mind Rio...Take a look at Tokyo, the 2020 Olympic host city!

The Rio 2016 Olympics have only just begun but the drumbeat is already rolling for Tokyo 2020.

07/08/2016

Turkey

Giant Istanbul 'democracy' rally set to further strengthen Erdogan

The stage is being set in Turkey for the latest rally in protest at last month’s failed coup.

07/08/2016

Thailand

'Yes' or 'No': Thailand votes on junta-backed constitution

Two years after the military seized power in Thailand, voters were being asked on Sunday to approve a new constitution which critics say could extend the army’s influence well into the…

07/08/2016

World News

Australia packs a punch in the pool: women's 4x100m freestyle team breaks world record

Australia has proved once again that it’s a force to be reckoned with in the pool.

07/08/2016

Hungary

Hungary's Iron Lady smashes 400m individual medley record in Rio

Katinka Hosszu took more than two seconds off the previous women's world record.

07/08/2016

World News

Australian Mack Horton makes a splash in Rio

It came down to the final 50 metres, but Australia’s Mack Horton made a splash when he clinched the men’s 400 metres freestyle, beating the 2012 Olympic champion in the…

07/08/2016

Brazil

Temperatures and spirits high as the Rio Olympic Games begin

Both temperatures and spirits soared in Rio on the first day of the 31st summer Olympics.

07/08/2016

South Africa

South Africa's ANC loses control of Pretoria in yet another election setback

Matters have gone from bad to worse for the African National Congress.

07/08/2016