A protester and a policeman were killed on Sunday in Sweida, Syria, as security forces cracked down on a rare demonstration against poor living conditions.

Construction gets underway in Australia and South Africa of a network of antennas which together will form the world’s largest radio telescope, the Square Kilometre Array.

The Group often acts to change the supply and demand of oil, in order to control market prices and ensure high revenues for its members. But it says it's ready to meet at any time to “address market developments if necessary.”

The $60-a-barrel cap on Russian oil approved by the G7 comes into force on Monday despite Moscow's threats.

Russian rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Irina Scherbakova, says there’s no prospect of a negotiated end to the war in Ukraine.

A price ceiling on Russian seaborne crude oil agreed upon by Australia, the EU and G7 nations will come into effect on Monday, with a cap on refined petroleum products due in February next year.

The suspects are accused of being members of the terror cell that carried out the worst peacetime attack in Belgian history.

Some 1,000 people have competed in Paris’ ‘Nautic Paddle’, glimpsing the city from the Seine.

A russian air strike hit an apartment building in Kherson according to officials. But they added that no civilians were injured in the attack.

An eruption on Indonesia’s Mt. Semeru released searing gas clouds and rivers of lava forced around 2,000 people to evacuate.

The multi-billion US programme to promote climate-friendly technologies in America is prompting the EU to find similar incentives

Heavy shelling has caused fires in Kherson and blackouts across Ukraine, including in Lviv in the west of the country.

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

These Santas swapped their sleighs and reindeers for oars and boats and swept down the Alsatian capital

Some residents in Sicily have been advised to stay indoors after heavy rain caused cars to be submerged and flooded streets in some municipalities.

Austria's capital held its annual pre-Christmas parade on Saturday celebrating the mythical Krampus, a fearsome half-goal and half-demon, alongside Saint Nicholas.

Blackouts in Lviv, Ukraine have not brought everyday life to a halt. Shops and bars continue serving even as the lights go out, making drinks by candlelight and selling goods under the light of a phone.

The Battle of the Three Emperors is re-enacted every year in modern-day Slavkov u Brna in the Czech Republic, drawing hundreds of actors from over a dozen countries. This year, participants commemorate those who have died in Russia's war in Ukraine.

Iran’s Attorney General Mohammad Jafar Montazeri announced the abolition of the country’s morality police by the relevant authorities amid the ongoing protests.

A group of 33 worshippers gathered for a baptism ritual were swept away by a flash flood on the Jukskei river on Saturday, South African emergency services reported.

The Russian Orthodox Church in Ukraine severed its ties to the pro-Kremlin Moscow Patriarchate earlier in the war.

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Meanwhile, Russia continues to move troops to the front line - dashing hopes that Moscow intends to de-escalate the conflict.

The Kremlin announced that it will not accept the EU oil price ceiling set to take effect on Monday, along with an EU embargo on Russian oil shipped by sea.

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Lionel Messi scored in the 34th minute, leading Argentina into the quarterfinals with a 2-1 win over Australia.

From Christmas trees at the Vatican to nativity scenes in Bethlehem, holidaymakers are starting to celebrate the Christmas season.

Police in Kyiv prevented the theft of a Banksy mural in the Ukrainian capital. Authorities say the work is still in good condition.

A volley from Inter Milan's Denzel Dumphries sealed the victory for the Oranje, who will play either Australia or Argentina in the next round.

Workers for France’s SNCF trains are on strike, demanding better pay and working conditions.

Pelé helped Brazil win the 1958, 1962 and 1970 World Cups and remains the team’s all-time leading scorer with 77 goals in 92 matches.

Before and after images taken on March 29 and November 30 show a large protective screen around Mariupol’s main theatre, which was shelled while being used as a civilian shelter in March

The B-21 Raider -- which is not set to fly until 2023 -- is the first new American bomber aircraft in more than 30 years.

These fans might not have gotten a ticket, but they were certainly entertained ahead of the first round of 16 matches.

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

More than 2,000 experts have met in Uruguay to discuss global plastic pollution and to take their first steps toward ending the crisis.

The award ceremony was set up by William and English broadcaster David Attenborough in 2020. It rewards environmental campaigns with 1.2 million euros to continue their environmental work.

To the sound of the trombone, the French president swayed and clapped to the sound of the welcoming jazz band, alongside his wife Brigitte Macron

The Russian Defense Ministry on Saturday published another footage which it said shows "mobilised citizens who completed retraining courses in the Stavropol region departing for combat coordination."

Bars and restaurants are still open in downtown, using candles and phone lights to see.

Chairs and legal documents were burnt in the street while hundreds stood by.

Here is our summary of the latest news from Russia's war in Ukraine.

World Health Organisation Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus' warning comes just months after his announcement that the world was well-placed to handle the pandemic three years in.

South Korea's former national security director Suh Hoon was arrested Saturday following allegations of his involvement in a cover-up of a fisheries official in 2020.

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

These are five feel-good news stories to feel optimistic and cheer up the weekend

No agenda, no slant. Get the picture without the commentary.

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

For a limited time, visitors will be able to see hyper-realistic sculptors of swimmers at Miami's art week.

Brazilian firefighters rescue stranded people from rooftops after heavy rain has caused rivers to breach their banks.