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BBC News - World
The latest stories from the World section of the BBC News web site.

Koran protests sweep Afghanistan
Anti-American rallies sweep Afghanistan over plans, now on hold, by a small US church to stage an 'International Burn a Koran Day'.
Church abuse detailed in Belgium
Harrowing details of alleged sex abuse by Roman Catholic clergy in Belgium are released by an official Church investigator.
Pakistan trio set to return home
Three Pakistan cricketers questioned by British police over alleged spot-fixing during a Test match are to fly home.
Japan uncovers centenarian 'scam'
More than 230,000 elderly people in Japan who are listed as being aged 100 or over are unaccounted for, officials said following a nationwide inquiry.
Blast levels San Francisco homes
At least one person is killed and dozens are injured in an explosion and fire near San Francisco, with the death toll expected to rise.
Merkel ally quits in WWII furore
An ally of Germany's Chancellor Merkel will quit a top party post after suggesting Poland may carry as much blame as Hitler for triggering World War II.
NZ no-go zones stay amid tremors
New Zealand delays plans to lift no-go zones in quake-hit Christchurch after major aftershocks rock the city.
Guinea poll head guilty of fraud
The head of Guinea's election commission and another senior official are sentenced to a year in prison for fraud during June's first round presidential vote.
Japan extends captain's detention
Hours after China demands the release of a Chinese boat captain detained in Japan, a Japanese court rules he can be held for a further 10 days.
France to continue deporting Roma
France will not stop deporting Roma (Gypsy) people, French Immigration Minister Eric Besson says on a visit to Romania.
Pop banned at Australian funerals
The Catholic Archbishop of Melbourne has banned pop songs and football anthems from funerals.
World's most expensive book back on sale
A rare copy of John James Audubon's Birds of America, billed as the world's most expensive book, is to go on sale at Sotheby's.
US judge challenges army gay ban
A federal judge rules that a ban on homosexuals serving openly in the US military is unconstitutional, in the latest challenge to the law.
Iran will release US woman hiker
Iran is set to release on Saturday Sarah Shourd - one of three detained US hikers held since last July and accused of espionage, officials say.
Gang strike paralyses El Salvador
Much of El Salvador's public transport grinds to a halt after street gangs force a shutdown to protest at anti-gang legislation.
Obama contradicts Mexico claims
US President Barack Obama contradicts claims made by his secretary of state that Mexico is dealing with a 'drugs insurgency'.
Swazi 'torture' threat condemned
Swaziland unions condemn the prime minister's suggestion that dissidents should be whipped on their feet with spikes.
US marines recapture pirated ship
US Marines have boarded and seized a vessel hijacked by pirates off the coast of Somalia, navy officials say.
Freshwater turtles 'in decline'
More than a third of freshwater turtle species are now threatened with extinction, Conservation International says.
China imports in surprise surge
China reported a surprise surge in imports during August, leading to a fall in its trade surplus to $20bn.
Strike by players to halt Serie A
Players in Serie A plan to strike in a fortnight's time in a protest over their rights.
UN urges Kosovo and Serbia talks
The UN adopts a resolution calling for direct talks between Serbia and Kosovo, in a move seen as a breakthrough in the long-running dispute.
Al-Qaeda men escape Baghdad jail
Four prisoners with ties to al-Qaeda have escaped from the US-controlled section of Baghdad's Karkh prison, US officials say.
Saudi website for fatwas closes
The popular Islam Today website, run by the Saudi cleric Salman al-Awdah, has closed its section offering thousands of Islamic religious rulings.
Manipur police on murder charges
A court in India's Manipur state issues warrants for the arrest of nine policemen charged with killing an unarmed man.
Delhi flood fears as river swells
Thousands of people are evacuated from low-lying areas near the Yamuna river in the Indian capital, Delhi.
40,000 police jobs 'threatened'
As many as 40,000 front-line police jobs may be at risk across England and Wales if 25% funding cuts go ahead, the Police Federation says.
Royal Mail to be floated or sold
The government is to press ahead with privatising or selling Royal Mail, following an updated review of the postal service.
Microsoft executive to lead Nokia
Finnish mobile phone giant Nokia appoints Microsoft business manager Stephen Elop as its new head after a profits slump.
Deutsche 'set to raise 9bn euros'
Shares in Germany's Deutsche Bank fall sharply after reports that it is planning to raise 9bn euros to shore up its finances.
US cuts wheat production forecast
The US Department of Agriculture cuts its forecast for global wheat production in 2010-11, but by less than expected.
Live - England v Pakistan
Steven Davies top-scores with 87 as England set Pakistan 275 to win the first one-day international at Chester-le-Street.
Vettel heads Ferrari duo at Monza
Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel steals Ferrari's thunder to set the pace in practice at the Italian Grand Prix.
Ferguson brushes off Rooney talk
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson refuses to discuss Wayne Rooney's off-field problems or the hostile reception he might face at Everton on Saturday.
C4 bids farewell to Big Brother
Former air steward Brian Dowling is the bookies' favourite to win Ultimate Big Brother as the Channel 4 reality show comes to an end.
Spears denies sexual harassment
Britney Spears denies her ex-bodyguard's claims that she sexually harassed him saying she expects them to be dismissed in court.
Record deal for Smith's daughter
Will Smith's daughter, Willow, nine, signs a record deal with rapper Jay-Z's label Roc Nation and releases debut single Whip My Hair.
Checkout protest at Greek shops
Activists protesting against Greece's austerity measures are trying a new form of civil disobedience.
Bomb scare toy pony blown up
A child's toy sparked a bomb scare in Orlando after it was left unattended in a cul-de-sac.
Mudslide swamps Italian village
An amateur cameraman has filmed the scene from Atrani in southern Italy when a mudslide crashed through the village.
Cyclist's long hunt for missing son
An Australian man who cycled round Europe for three months looking for his missing son is to be reunited with him after two-and-a-half years.
US Muslims' views on their country
As Muslims around the world begin the Eid festival, marking the end of Ramadan, US citizens reflect on the standing of their religion in their country.
Homes set ablaze in San Francisco
Dozens of homes have been set ablaze near San Francisco International Airport, after a reported explosion.
US marines rescue ship from pirates
US Marines have boarded and seized a vessel hijacked by pirates off the coast of Somalia, navy officials say.
Versailles cartoon art controversy
An exhibition by Japanese artist Takashi Murakami at the Palace of Versailles is surprising visitors.
One-minute World News
Watch the latest news summary from BBC World News. International news updated 24 hours a day.
Seeing into space
Stunning images captured by earthbound astronomers
Rally for peace
The tennis players with a message in US Open final
In pictures
Images of massive explosion in San Francisco suburb
Danger line
De-mining on the volatile Israeli-Lebanese border
Day in pictures
The most striking images from around the world
Food for thought
Should riot-hit Mozambique switch to cassava bread?
Eid-9/11 clash
US Muslims advised to keep celebrations low-key
Hero's welcome?
Russia's returning spies will find it difficult to adjust