The US state department issues a worldwide travel alert for American citizens in response to "increased terrorist threats".

A US air strike has destroyed more than 238 fuel trucks controlled by Islamic State (IS) militants in north-east Syria, says the US military.

The prevalence of child sexual abuse in England has been vastly underestimated, particularly within families, a Children's Commissioner report suggests.

A boy who was arrested for taking a homemade clock to class in Texas is asking his city and school for $15m (£10m).

A "significant" number of tumble dryers sold in the last 11 years in the UK may need a repair owing to fire risks.

Scientists say they have bred a genetically modified mosquito that can resist malaria infection.

Five people are set to go on trial in the Vatican over the leaking and publication of secret documents revealing mismanagement in the Holy See.

Easyjet cancels all flights between the Egyptian resort of Sharm el-Sheikh and the UK until 6 January, in the wake of the Sinai plane crash last month.