Dozens of people are believed to have died after a fire broke out during New Year's Eve celebrations.

A currency collapse has led to protests breaking out across the country, with unrest reported in several cities.

The blaze was thought to have started just after midnight and was swiftly declared a major fire

The blaze was thought to have started just after midnight and was swiftly declared a major fire

Brazil and Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos is "recovering well" after undergoing what he describes as "a preventative medical procedure".

Brazil and Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos is "recovering well" after undergoing what he describes as "a preventative medical procedure".

The Democratic politician took his oath over a Quran in the disused Old City Hall subway station.

The Democratic politician took his oath over a Quran in the disused Old City Hall subway station.

The Democratic politician took his oath over a Quran in the disused Old City Hall subway station.

Russian President Vladimir Putin used his New Year speech to tell troops that he "believed in you and our victory" in Ukraine.

Russian President Vladimir Putin used his New Year speech to tell troops that he "believed in you and our victory" in Ukraine.

The worker is "recovering" after he was seen on video being knocked off his feet by the 400-lb (180kg) rubber Indiana Jones prop.

The worker is "recovering" after he was seen on video being knocked off his feet by the 400-lb (181kg) rubber Indiana Jones prop.

Marcus Alexander Muench Casanova, 19, who fatally fell 500 feet (150m) from a trail, was an "avid sailor and outdoorsman", his family says.

Two of the former world champion's closest friends were killed in the accident on Monday.

The BBC's Russia editor speaks to people in the country as the war in Ukraine nears a fourth year.

The BBC's Russia editor speaks to people in the country as the war in Ukraine nears a fourth year.

Chinese people pay a 13% sales tax on contraceptives from 1 January, while childcare services are exempt.

Chinese people pay a 13% sales tax on contraceptives from 1 January, while childcare services are exempt.

The move is dividing the nation - some welcome it as a bold leap forwards, but others fear it will lead to economic stagnation.