A 97-year-old woman, Guna Maya Bohara, survived the flash floods and was rescued using an excavator.

Some of the most dramatic footage from the deadly flash flooding is hidden from public view in China.

A 41-year-old man died at the Big Church Festival near Steyning in West Sussex, police say.

A woman who rented out homes to two al-Qaeda members speaks publicly for the first time - to the BBC.

Turbulent international affairs have brought the vote forward, but the campaign has focused more on Iceland's vital fishing industry.

Who is to blame for the summer drought, and can England future-proof its water supplies?

Venezuelan interim president says the unusual agreement will help revive her country's economy.

Two ships were seized within four days last week raising to at least 13 the number attacked since January.

Residents near Middlesbrough have told the BBC of their concern after a spate of violent incidents in their area.

This year's multiple heat waves have increased the numbers of fridges and freezers breaking down.