It's not clear if the deal means the Israelis will pause their offensive in Lebanon, BBC international editor Jeremy Bowen reports.

Recent White House events showcase a stark divide in American politics. A UFC fighter's controversial speech and a malfunctioning Reflecting Pool, blamed on sabotage by supporters, highlight this. Critics see these as signs of decay. This era blends governance with reality television and internet commentary, marking a surreal moment for the nation.

Surviving crews say they were bombed, and detained, by U.S. forces. The Pentagon denies any role in the sinking of the vessels.

Eleven lawmakers voted in favor, while three voted against after three days of discussions on the matter that spanned from the early morning into the afternoon.

The stepson of Norway's Crown Prince Haakon has been jailed for two rapes - including one in the basement of his family's home.

Instructors hurled Maria Eduarda Rodrigues de Freitas into 40-metre abyss without attaching safety equipment A 21-year-old woman who died when two rope jumping instructors threw her from a bridge without first harnessing her to security equipment, has been buried in Brazil ’s São Paulo state. Maria Eduarda Rodrigues de Freitas was rope jumping on Saturday at Ponte do Esqueleto, an abandoned bridg…

Philippine officials say that years of disaster-preparedness drills helped prevent a larger casualty toll when one of the strongest earthquakes in 50 years struck the south and left 55 people dead with 31 others still missing