On Monday Iran said it had responded to the latest US proposal and that exchanges with Washington were continuing.

Key roads have remained largely empty and some schools have asked students to stay at home.

The tiger escaped a facility owned by local trainer Carmen Zander, also known as Germany's "Tiger Queen", according to local media reports.

The freight train collided with a bus in Bangkok, killing eight people and injuring dozens of others.

The freight train collided with a bus in Bangkok, killing eight people and injuring dozens of others.

Kami Rita Sherpa and Lakpa Sherpa summited Everest for the 32nd and 11th time, respectively.

Lai Ching-te made his first direct response to Trump and Xi's meeting where they discussed Taiwan independence.

Four crew members safely ejected from US Navy jets and are in a stable condition after the collision.

Four crew members safely ejected from US Navy jets and are in a stable condition after the collision.

Four crew members safely ejected from US Navy jets and are in a stable condition after the collision.

The crew members are in a stable condition after the jets crashed mid-air during a demonstration.

Since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February, the UN says it’s verified the execution of at least 32 political prisoners.

Since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February, the UN says it’s verified the execution of at least 32 political prisoners.

Machines are increasingly replacing humans on the front line, but troops are still vital for defending territory.

BBC World Service exclusive: the private world of one of Africa's most powerful political women.

The country is investigating the source of the strike, which it calls a "dangerous escalation".

Iranian media reports the US has not made concrete concessions in response to Tehran's latest proposals.

The 27-year-old's tune Bangaranga won Bulgaria its first ever title in the song contest.

An outbreak in DR Congo has been declared a health emergency, with almost 250 suspected cases reported.

The country is investigating the source of the strike, which it says came from its western border.