Category: World
Brazil legend Roberto Carlos recovering in hospital
Brazil and Real Madrid legend Roberto Carlos is "recovering well" after undergoing what he describes as "a preventative medical procedure". [...]
US military says five killed in latest strike on alleged drug boats
The latest strike comes as the US Coast Guard searches for survivors of another that happened a day earlier. [...]
Netherlands police face ‘unprecedented’ New Year’s violence
Reports of fireworks and other explosives being thrown are widespread across the country. [...]
BBC reports from the scene of Swiss resort bar fire
Dozens of people are believed to have died after a fire broke out during New Year's Eve celebrations. [...]
Several dozen feared dead in Swiss ski resort bar fire
Around 100 are also injured in fire at Crans-Montana Swiss ski resort bar Le Constellation. [...]
Machu Picchu train crash leaves one dead and dozens injured
A train driver died and at least 40 people were injured in the crash on the single-track line to Machu Picchu. [...]
Teen who died after falling 150 metres from California’s Mt Baldy identified
Marcus Alexander Muench Casanova, 19, who fatally fell 500 feet (150m) from a trail, was an "avid sailor and outdoorsman", his family says. [...]
Sydney sends message of peace for New Year’s after Bondi attack
The words peace and unity were projected onto the Sydney Harbour Bridge as thousands gathered to watch the annual fireworks. [...]
Bulgaria joins the euro after rocky path to new currency
The move is dividing the nation - some welcome it as a bold leap forwards, but others fear it will lead to economic stagnation. [...]
Disney worker hurt stopping 180-kg fake boulder from hitting audience
The worker is "recovering" after he was seen on video being knocked off his feet by the 400-lb (180kg) rubber Indiana Jones prop. [...]