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.

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

Video verified by the BBC shows a crowd breaking the gate of the governor's office in Fasa.

Countries around the world celebrated the new year with colourful shows and long held traditions.

Police arrested 14 crew members on the ship sailing from St Petersburg, Russia, to the Israeli port of Haifa.