Save our wine! Big freeze spells disaster for French vineyards

Vineyards in some areas are reporting extensive damage and the government is declaring a disaster.


'Lost golden city' found in Egypt reveals lives of ancient pharaohs

The city near Luxor has been hailed as one of the most important finds since Tutankhamun's tomb.


Kim Jong-un warns of North Korea crisis similar to deadly 90s famine

Human rights groups say North Korea is facing dire food shortages and economic instability.


Greta Thunberg: I don't think I'll be going to COP26

She told the BBC she was concerned about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on attendance at COP26.


Sexual health: 'I can't tell my mum I'm having sex'

In conservative Singapore, start-ups give young adults discreet access to sexual health products.


George Floyd died from lack of oxygen, not fentanyl, says expert

The testimony at the trial of Derek Chauvin in Minneapolis contradicts the defence's argument.


Ukraine conflict: Moscow could 'defend' Russia-backed rebels

A senior Kremlin official issues a warning as tensions rise in eastern Ukraine.


US gun violence: Joe Biden to target 'ghost guns'

The move comes after mass shootings in Boulder and Atlanta last month, in which 18 people died.


Myanmar: Celebrity model arrested amid coup crackdown

Paing Takhon has millions of fans and had openly posted against the military coup


Navalny: Jailed Putin critic 'losing sensation in legs and hands'

The Putin critic has been diagnosed with spinal hernias and his health is worsening, a lawyer says.