Why September tends to spook European equity markets
Frederique Mauduit
Three minor injuries at the Pamplonada Rímense in Lima
The third Pamplonada Rímense was held in Lima, where runners faced off against bulls.
Storm Ivo causes more major flooding in Redon, red alert declared
The depression Ivo caused renewed flooding in Redon, with the Vilaine reaching 5.3 metres. Three western départements are on red alert and 1,000 people have been evacuated.
India: Dozens killed in stampede at Kumbh Mela pilgrimage
A stampede killed at least people as millions of Hindus rushed to take their holy bath in the waters of the Ganges and Yamuna rivers.
Protests against M23 rebels offensive in DR Congo
According to the UN and the army, 17 peacekeepers and foreign soldiers were killed in the fighting.
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Ceasefire in Gaza: Palestinians return home as roads reopen
Hundreds of thousands of Gazans are returning home, despite the destruction and difficult conditions, to rebuild their lives.
Storm Herminia disrupts and floods Ille-et-Vilaine
After storm Herminia, historic flooding hits Ille-et-Vilaine. In Redon, the situation is critical with closed roads and disrupted traffic as water levels are still rising.
Johannesburg neighbourhood devastated by fire
A fire in Johannesburg destroyed 1,500 flats, leaving hundreds of people homeless. The tragedy was caused by the explosion of a paraffin stove.
Masked dancers chase away evil spirits in Bulgaria
The Surva festival in Pernik, Bulgaria, brings together 12,000 performers to drive out evil spirits, mark the end of winter and welcome spring.
Storm Herminia: Brittany hit by floods
Herminia has caused historic flooding in Brittany, severely affecting Ille-et-Vilaine. Emergency services are on high alert as the Vilaine rises.
Fire 'under control' in Paris' 12th arrondissement town hall
A fire broke out in the roof of the town hall in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, damaging the bell tower. 150 firefighters brought the flames under control.
Swimmers brave the icy waters of Skagen
Founded in 2012 by Rita Eeg, the Skagen Winter Swimming Festival brings together swimmers from all over Europe each year.
Romania celebrates Unification Day
On 24 January, thousands of people gathered in Iaşi to celebrate the unification of the Romanian Principalities, which was the first step towards the unification of all provinces.
Storm Éowyn hits Ireland and the UK with gusts of 183km/h
Storm Éowyn hit Ireland and the UK with gusts of 183 km/h, causing school closures, power cuts and flight cancellations.
Battle against new wildfires continues in California
New wildfires have been affecting California, with the latest near Castaic Lake on 22 January.
Disastrous living conditions despite ceasefire in Gaza
The ceasefire in Gaza has brought some respite, but two million displaced people are enduring disastrous conditions exacerbated by the winter rains.
Rare blossom of the corpse flower in Sydney
The flowering of the amorphophallus titanum, nicknamed "Putricia", attracted more than 13,000 visitors to the Royal Sydney Botanic Garden.
Houston Zoo animals discover snow for the first time
A winter storm blanketed Texas and the northern Gulf Coast, closing schools and paralysing traffic. Animals at the Houston Zoo, on he other hand, had more fun.
The conflict in Congo causes a new exodus of civilians
The fighting between M23 rebels and the Congolese army has made thousands of civilians flee to the area around Goma, worsening the humanitarian crisis.
Protest against Trump's anti-immigration policy
Supporters of immigrant rights gathered in Los Angeles to oppose President Trump's mass deportation policies and executive orders.
Second day of extreme pollution in Sarajevo
A thick fog of pollution envelops Sarajevo for the second day. Experts are warning of the health risks associated with poor air quality.
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