May says no to second Brexit vote
Britain's government is not preparing for a second referendum on Brexit, ministers say, sticking to the script that Prime Minister Theresa May's deal could still pass through parliament.
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Lyon looms as Australia’s second test hero
Lyon looms as Australia’s second test hero
Nathan Lyon hopes to provide a desperately-needed tonic for Australia’s beleaguered supporters after the veteran off-spinner's five-wicket haul helped his side build an ominous lead in an...
More than 40 injured in explosion at bar in Japan
More than 40 injured in explosion at bar in Japan
More than 40 people were injured in an explosion on Sunday at a bar in Sapporo in northern Japan, Kyodo news agency reported.
Man City go top with win over Everton
Man City go top with win over Everton
Gabriel Jesus scored twice in Manchester City's victory over Everton as the champions took advantage of Liverpool's inactivity to return to the top of the Premier League.
Deal reached on Paris climate pact
Deal reached on Paris climate pact
Nearly 200 countries have overcome political divisions to agree on rules for implementing a landmark global climate deal.
Kohli keeps Aussies at bay on day two
Kohli keeps Aussies at bay on day two
Australia remain confident of grabbing a valuable first-innings lead over India in the second test despite being stonewalled by visiting captain Virat Kohli on day two.
Australia recognises Jerusalem as Israel's capital
Australia recognises Jerusalem as Israel's capital
Australia formally recognises West Jerusalem as Israel's capital today, reversing decades of Middle East policy, but will not move its embassy there immediately, prime minister Scott Morrison said.
No foul play suspected in deaths of 2 in Antarctica
No foul play suspected in deaths of 2 in Antarctica
Investigators are still piecing together what killed two private subcontractors near the largest US research station in Antarctica, but no criminal activity was immediately suspected.
Strasbourg gunman killed
Strasbourg gunman killed
The gunman suspected of killing three people at a Christmas market in Strasbourg, has been killed, two police sources have confirmed.
May expects no quick Brexit breakthrough
May expects no quick Brexit breakthrough
Britain's weakened prime minister Theresa May says she doesn't expect to secure a quick breakthrough in Brexit talks that would give her fractured party the reassurances needed to get her deal through parliament.
Four dead, dozens injured in Turkey train crash
Four dead, dozens injured in Turkey train crash
A high-speed train has collided with another locomotive and crashed into an overpass in the Turkish capital Ankara, killing four people and injuring dozens more.
Southee welcomes green grass of home
Southee welcomes green grass of home
New Zealand bowler Tim Southee is looking forward to a green Basin Reserve wicket after his recent exertions on dry, low and slow pitches in the United Arab Emirates.
Tense times as Assange told to have tests
Tense times as Assange told to have tests
Wikileaks founder Julian Assange has had a series of medical exams, Ecuador's top lawyer says, in line with a new set of rules for his asylum at its embassy in London.
Hunt goes on for Christmas market attacker
Hunt goes on for Christmas market attacker
Police are searching eastern France for a gunman suspected of killing at least two people at a Christmas market in Strasbourg and who was known to have been religiously radicalised while in jail.
British PM survives confidence vote
British PM survives confidence vote
Prime Minister Theresa May has won a confidence vote from her Conservative party, but 117 of her lawmakers say she's no longer the right leader to implement Britain's exit from the EU.
Worshippers shot dead at Brazil cathedral
Worshippers shot dead at Brazil cathedral
A gunman has opened fire inside a Catholic cathedral in Brazil, fatally shooting four people praying before killing himself, authorities confirm.
Deadly attack at French market, security threat raised
Deadly attack at French market, security threat raised
A gunman on a security watchlist has killed at least three people and wounded 12 others near the Christmas market in the French city of Strasbourg before fleeing.
May looks set to face leadership challenge
May looks set to face leadership challenge
An attempt to oust British Prime Minister Theresa May looks to be gathering momentum, after her decision to delay a vote in parliament on her Brexit deal for fear of a rout angered many in her Conservative Party.
Deadly snowstorm hits southeastern US
Deadly snowstorm hits southeastern US
An intense snowstorm has headed out to sea after dumping up to 60cm of snow on parts of the southeastern US, leaving three people dead in North Carolina.
Top award for Meghan's wedding dress designer
Top award for Meghan's wedding dress designer
Showing off her baby bump, the Duchess of Sussex has presented her wedding dress designer with a top fashion award in London.