Digital reconstruction reveals true face of ancient Peru warrior

Experts use 3D technology to reconstruct the face of the Lord of Sipan, an ancient warrior from the Moche civilization which is believed to be the predecessor to the Inca dynasty.

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Jets pound Aleppo, defying U.S.

Syrian and Russian warplanes have reportedly mounted the heaviest air strikes in months against rebel-held districts of the city of Aleppo overnight, defying U.S. calls for a halt to flights in order to salvage an all but buried ceasefire. Mana Rabiee reports.

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Bangladesh finds 18 bodies after ferry capsizes

Police say Bangladeshi rescue workers found 18 bodies after an overcrowded ferry capsized under the weight of a collapsing river bank.

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Phosphorus bomb attacks alleged in Aleppo

Videos uploaded to social media websites purport to show incendiary phosporus bombs targeting buildings in Aleppo, where warplanes have reportedly mounted the heaviest air strikes in months against rebel-held districts. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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East meets West art flourishes in Hong Kong

Once a gateway city known purely for finance and commerce, Hong Kong is flourishing as the newest arts hub on the block. As Tara Joseph reports, its becoming a haven for western artists trying to attract an Asian audience.

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Taiwan asks Google to blur island images

Taipei's Defense Ministry asks Google to blur Itu Aba, its one and only holding in the South China Sea, from satellite images on Google Maps and Google Earth. Reuters Chief Taiwan Correspondent JR Wu says this could point to military equipment that the government wants to keep hidden from nations with rival claims in the notorious Spratly archipelago.

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Verdict due in Goa Briton murder trial

The mother of a British teenager murdered in India in 2008 anxiously awaits the outcome of the trial of her alleged killers. Paul Chapman reports.

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Duterte demands EU respect

Philippine leader Rodrigo Duterte is demanding respect from the EU after an expletive-laden rejection of its concerns about his deadly drugs crackdown. Paul Chapman reports.

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Dozens die as migrant boat capsizes

A boat carrying almost 600 migrants has capsized off the Egyptian coast killing more than 40. Paul Chapman reports.

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Reuters Newsmaker: Examining Colombia–Venezuela Relations

Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos speaks to Reuters' Steve Adler about the current relationship between Colombia and Venezuela.

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Myanmar on path to peace and reconciliation, says Suu Kyi

Myanmar's foreign minister Aung San Suu Kyi tells the United Nations General Assembly that her country is on the path to peace and reconciliation after last year's successful election. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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'Stop Trump' bus in London urges ex-pats to vote

Americans living abroad are encouraged to register and vote against Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump.

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Man wielding knife shot outside Israeli embassy in Ankara

A man was shot and wounded by Turkish police outside the Israeli embassy in Ankara on Wednesday after he shouted slogans and wielded a knife, officials said.

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Iran parades new weapons at time of Gulf tension with U.S.

Iran marks the anniversary of the 1980 invasion by Iraq by showing off its latest missiles and telling the United States not to meddle in the Gulf. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Reuters Newsmaker: Tech innovation in Japan

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe discusses technological innovation in Japan during his discussion with Reuters Editor in Chief Steve Adler.

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Meet southern Iraq's youngest Koran memorizer

Nine-year-old Saif Mustafa Lateef has become the youngest person in the southern Iraqi city of Basra to be given the title of hafiz, which is awarded to someone who is able to memorize the entire Islamic holy book.

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At least 10 dead after Bangladesh ferry sinks

Grieving families of the dead and missing gather at a river's edge after an overcrowded Bangladeshi ferry sinks, killing at least 10 people and leaving nearly a dozen others unaccounted for. Mana Rabiee reports.

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VERBATIM: Japan will appove TPP 'ASAP,' says Abe

Shinzō Abe discusses the importance of free trade in Japan.

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Flash floods in Indonesia kill 20

Flash floods rip through Indonesia's West Java province, killing at least 20 people and destroying hundreds of homes.

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After 2015 tragedy, Shira the gorilla gives birth again

Shira, Frankfurt Zoo's 11-year-old gorilla has given birth again, one year after capturing the world's attention because she couldn't bear to part from her dead baby a week after it died. Zoo Director Manfred Niekisch describes the newborn as "big and strong". Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Deadly floods hit parts of Indonesia

At least 20 people have died in flash floods which swamped parts of West Java in Indonesia. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Migrant art challenges China's ideas on refugees

An NGO in China exhibits paintings by Syrian children to help raise awareness of the migrant crisis. However, as Anita Li reports, China itself has a less-than-stellar record on refugees.

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Militant attack adds to Modi pressure over Kashmir

There's more to the fighting in Kashmir than meets the eye. As well as raising tensions between India and Pakistan, it's also inspiring the ongoing protests against Indian rule. As Doug Busvine reports from the Kashmiri city of Srinagar, this puts Indian leader Narendra Modi in a tight spot.

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Russia denies Syria aid convoy attack

Russia's says drone footage shows an aid convoy attacked in Syria was accompanied by a militant truck carrying a heavy mortar gun.

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US bomber arrives in South Korea

A U.S. strategic bomber arrive at a South Korean military base following the North's fifth nuclear test.

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Thousands protest trans-Atlantic trade deals

Protesters march through Brussels demanding a halt to trans-Atlantic trade deals they say will hit standards and give more power to big business.

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Environmentalists: record number of rhinos killed in 2015

Environmentalists say Africa is losing the battle to stop rhino poaching, as endangered species experts prepare to meet in South Africa.

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Obama on migrant crisis: "collectively we continue to make excuses"

President Barack Obama singles out the conflicts in Afghanistan, Syria and Somalia as key contributors to the international migrant crisis. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Ministers discuss Syria truce, shattered by convoy airstrike

Foreign ministers from the United States, Russia and other major and regional powers are meeting in New York to explore ways to revive a Syrian ceasefire shattered Monday night by a strike on a humanitarian aid convoy. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Death toll rises amid Congo election dispute

At least two people were killed when armed men in uniform torched the headquarters of the main opposition party overnight in Democratic Republic of Congo, witnesses said, beginning a second day of violent protests. Nathan Frandino reports.

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VERBATIM: Blair to 'keep an open mind' on Brexit

Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair shares his thoughts on the aftermath of the Brexit vote at a Reuters Newsmaker event in New York.

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VERBATIM: Why Tony Blair 'fears' for the 21st century

At a Reuters Newsmaker event in New York, Tony Blair discusses why he thinks American isolationism is a threat to the global order.

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Suspected U.S. bomber's father says he called FBI about son

The father of the Afghan-born man arrested after bombings in New York and New Jersey says he reported concerns about his son to the FBI in 2014. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Opposition HQ burnt down as Congo protests intensify

The Democratic Republic of the Congo saw its second day of intense protests on Tuesday, marked by the torching of the headquarters of the main opposition party.

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Bark beetle poses serious threat to Bulgaria's pine forests

More than 7,000 hectares of pine forest perished in August alone in the Balkan country due to bark beetle attacks, Bulgaria's forest agency said.

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Aid convoy in Syria hit by air strikes

Syria says a one-week truce brokered by Russia and the U.S. is over, as a war monitor reports that 12 people have been killed in air strikes on an aid convoy near Aleppo.

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Clinton, Trump vie for world leaders' attention at U.N

U.S. presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump sought to burnish their foreign policy credentials on Monday, by meeting world leaders at the United Nations. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Beached humpback whale rescued off Australian coast

A humpback whale beached and entangled in a fishing net is rescued in Australia's Moreton Bay.

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Fire burns through Greek migrant camp

Thousands of people flee a migrant camp on the Greek island of Lesbos after fire ripped through tents.

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Bangkok rids city park of giant lizards

Officials round up water monitor lizards in the Thai capital's famed Lumpini Park.

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US should 'not harbor a terrorist' like cleric Gulen:Erdogan

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan tells Reuters the U.S. should not "harbour" cleric Fethullah Gulen who he blames for a foiled coup attempt. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Kim Jong Un watches over rocket engine test

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversees a ground test of a new rocket engine designed to launch satellites, according to state media Tuesday. Experts say it points to an imminent test launch that could help develop long-range missiles.

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Humpback whale swims free after beaching

A humpback whale in Australia swims free after beaching in shallow water and becoming entangled in a fishing net. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Turkey's Erdogan discusses Assad's role in Syria's future

In an interview with Reuters, Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad should not be part of a transitional government and that Syria's territorial integrity should be respected by other countries.

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Exhibition brings horrors of Syria to Buenos Aires

Amnesty International is giving residents of the Argentine capital Buenos Aires an opportunity to see the horrors of the Syrian civil war.

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Pregnant guerrilla fighter celebrates end of Colombia's long war

As the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia meet to ratify a peace deal to end 52-years of civil war, a pregnant guerrilla fighter looks forward to a new life. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.

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Obama hopes there will be progress on Mosul by year-end

U.S. President Obama says that the battle against the Islamic State militant group in Mosul would be challenging but he was confident it would move forward rapidly. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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At least 15 dead as boat capsizes in Thailand

An overcrowded tourist boat carrying Muslim pilgrims in Thailand capsized Sunday, killing at least 15 people. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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N.Y. bombing suspect Rahami captured after shootout

An Afghanistan-born American suspected of carrying out the weekend bombing in New York City that wounded 29 people and planting other bombs in New York City and New Jersey, has been taken into custody after a gun battle with police.

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Chinese and Russian navies conduct drill in South China Sea

Chinese and Russian navies conduct an island-seizing operation during joint military drills in the South China Sea, state media reports. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Syria ceasefire seen near collapse

Syria's military declared the seven-day initial period for a ceasefire brokered by the US and Russia over, without indicating whether the truce would be reinstated. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.

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France honors attack victims in Paris ceremony

A ceremony is held in memory of victims of attacks on French soil and against French citizens in the presence of their families and politicians. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Clashes in Congo amid Kabila election fears

Congolese opposition activists in the capital Kinshasa are protesting plans by President Joseph Kabila to delay an election, seen as an attempt to illegally hold on to power. Nathan Frandino reports.

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India mulls response, blames Pakistan for deadly Kashmir attack

India says it has the right to respond "at the time and place of our own choosing" after a deadly attack on an army base in Kashmir that killed 18 soldiers. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Obama: Extremists cannot undermine U.S. way of life

After a series of attacks, U.S. President Barack Obama said neither "individuals nor organizations like ISIL can ultimately undermine our way of life." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Wildfire rages near Barcelona

Around 700 houses had their electricity cut and students were sent home on Monday as a wildfire was declared in the Serra de Collserola natural park bordering the suburbs of Barcelona, Spain. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Device explodes in New Jersey as robot tries to disarm it

An explosive device left near a train station in New Jersey went off as a bomb squad robot cut its wire.

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Maracana Stadium hosts Paralympics closing ceremony

Fans flock to the Maracana for the Paralympics closing ceremony in Rio de Janeiro. Julie Noce reports.

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Tourist boat capsizes in Thailand

At least 15 people are dead and 11 others missing after a boat carrying Muslim pilgrims capsized. Police say the boat was piloted recklessly.

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Baby care classes designed for single men in Tokyo

Classes in infant care and emotional communication are geared towards men in an effort to help dating practices. Julie Noce reports.

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Device explodes as bomb squad robot attempts to disarm

An explosive device detonates as a bomb squad robot attempts to disarm after multiple devices were found in suspicious package near a train station in New Jersey. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Bold hues, cutouts impress on Emmys red carpet

Stars arrive for television's biggest night -- the Primetime Emmy Awards- donning bright colors and cutouts on the red carpet. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Suspicious package removed, destroyed in New Jersey

A suspcious package is discovered in New Jersey in the wake of an explosion in New York city. Julie Noce reports.

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Merkel gets drubbing in Berlin vote, far right gains ground

German Chancellor Angela Merkel's conservatives suffer another electoral blow after Berlin elections in which voters reject her migrant policy and lend more support to an emergent far-right anti-immigration party. Ashraf Fahim reports.

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'Sound of Music' star Charmian Carr dies

Charmian Carr, the actress who played the rebellious Liesl Von Trapp in "The Sound of Music," dies at 73, her family says. Gavino Garay reports.

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Fight to save animals tops week's animal news

A Thai sanctuary sees a recovering Indochinese tiger population, while in Vietnam authorities step up efforts to save the endangered pangolin, and thousands of wild horses in the U.S. are spared from the slaughterhouse. Gavino Garay reports.

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Strikes on Syrian army threaten ceasfire plan: Moscow

Moscow steps up its war of words with Washington, saying air strikes by a U.S.-led coalition on the Syrian army threaten a ceasefire plan for Syria and border on "connivance" with Islamic State. Ashraf Fahim reports.

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Ukrainians attack Russian offices in Kiev on election day

Ukrainian radical activists attack Russian citizens arriving at Russia's diplomatic offices in the Ukrainian capital Kiev in order to stop them from casting their votes in Russia's parliamentary elections. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Pro-Putin party seen winning greater sway in Russia's parliament

The ruling United Russia party is expected to win even greater dominance over Russia's lower house in a parliamentary election, showing support for President Vladimir Putin is holding up despite sanctions and a deep economic slowdown. Angela Moore reports.

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Merkel faces setback in Berlin vote due to migrant fears

German Chancellor Angela Merkel's conservatives look set to suffer a second electoral blow in two weeks in a Berlin city vote, as a growing number of voters are expected to express their unease with her refugee-friendly policy. Ashraf Fahim reports.

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Troops die in India army base raid

Militants have killed 17 soldiers in an attack an Indian army brigade headquarters near the de factor border with Pakistan.

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Paralymic cyclist dies after crash

Iranian cyclist Sarafaz Bahman Golbarnezhad has died after a crash a day before the closing ceremony of the Paralympic Games in Brazil. Paul Chapman reports.

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China-Russia naval exercises

China and Russia conduct joint exercises in the South China Sea off southern China's Guangdong province.

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Dozens hurt in NY blast

New York fire department says at least 25 people have been injured in a blast which rocked the Chelsea district of Manhattan. Paul Chapman reports.

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Blast rocks New York

Police and fire crews swarm the Chelsea neighbourhood of Manhattan after a loud blast.

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Obama jokes 'so relieved' the 'birther thing is over'

U.S. President Barack Obama at a Congressional Black Caucus dinner in Washington, D.C. says jokingly that issues like North Korea and Islamic State never weighed on his mind ‘like the validity of my birth certificate.’ Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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U.S.: 'Not our intention' to strike Syrian personnel

The United States expresses "regret" for the unintentional loss of life of Syrian forces in a coalition air strike it says was targeting Islamic State. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Russia and rebels cast doubt over Syria ceasefire

Russia and Syrian rebels cast doubt over the prospects for an increasingly shaky ceasefire, as Moscow says the situation on the ground is worsening and a senior insurgent warns the truce will not hold. Ashraf Fahim reports.

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Russia: U.S. "bombed" Syrian forces in Deir al-Zor

Russian ambassador to the U.N. Vitaly Churkin says it is "suspicious" that the United States would want to help Syrian armed forces. The U.S. reportedly unintentionally struck Syrian troops, killing more than 60. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Oktoberfest kicks off in Munich

Dubbed the world's largest, rowdiest and most famous beer festival, the annual Munich Oktoberfest opens with visitors arriving from around the globe. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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False alarm leads to major police operation in Paris

Parts of central Paris were briefly cordoned off during a major security operation after reports of a hostage-taking at a church that turned out to be a false alarm. Gavino Garay reports.

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Pope visits new-born babies and terminally ill patients

Pope Francis makes surprise visits to a hospital and a hospice in Rome, visiting terminally ill patients and new-born babies and their parents. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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The end of an era for Colombia's FARC rebels?

The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, or FARC, open what may be the rebel group's last ever annual conference as an armed contingent -- ahead of a peace accord expected later this month. Gavino Garay reports.

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Palestinian killed after Hebron knife attack

A Palestinian has been shot dead by Israeli forces after stabbing and wounding an Israeli soldier in the West Bank city of Hebron. Paul Chapman reports.

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Arctic tourists dock in NY

What's hailed by organisers as the first luxury cruise through Canada's Northwest Passage ends its ground-breaking voyage in New York. Paul Chapman reports.

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Fire destoys historic Peru church

The ancient church of San Sebastian in Cuzco has been largely destroyed by a fire possibly caused by an electrical short circuit. Paul Chapman reports.

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Boyfriend held liable over Brown death

Nick Gordon, the boyfriend of Whiteny Houston's daughter Bobbi Kristina Brown, is held liable in a civil wrongful death lawsuit. Paul Chapman reports.

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British Muslim convicted in imam killing

A British Muslim man's been convicted of helping in the Islamic State-inspired murder of an imam he believed was practising magic. Paul Chapman reports.

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Anti-Kremlin protesters attack Russian embassy in Kiev

A group of unidentified anti-Russian protesters attack Moscow's embassy in Kiev, Ukraine to protest Russia's plans to hold elections in Crimea, annexed by Moscow. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Peru hit by wildfires

As Peru grapples with wildfires in the Peruvian Amazon, a new case is reported near the small city of Quillabamba in southern Peru. Gavino Garay reports.

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U.S. non-profit kicks a goal for young refugees

While world leaders prepare to meet on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly for a summit on the global refugee crisis, a U.S.-based non-profit is trying to help young refugees integrate on the soccer field.

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iPhone 7 devices fly off the shelves

It was the big day for the first sales of the iPhone 7 in the Big Apple, where one man waited over 3 weeks to be the first inside the flagship store.

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Prince William's act of kindness

Britain's Prince William helps a dignitary to his feet after he fell to the ground during a visit to a school in Harlow on Friday.

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Big cheer for Big Apple's first iPhone 7 buyer

Die-hards in New York City get their hands on some of the first iPhone 7 models, with the first person in line waiting 23 days outside the Apple flagship store. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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U.S. forces seen in Syrian town: rebel source

A senior rebel source says five or six U.S. troops entered the Syrian town of al-Rai near Turkey as part of operations to coordinate air strikes against Islamic State, but were forced to withdraw towards the Turkish border. Mana Rabiee reports.

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Thousands of Mexicans rally against president

Thousands of people, frustrated with the state of their economy, take to the streets of Mexico City to demand the resignation of President Enrique Pena Nieto.

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Israeli security heightened after latest street attacks

Israeli forces shoot dead a knife-wielding assailant at a heavily-patrolled main entrance to Jerusalem's walled Old City and kill another attacker that rammed a car into a bus stop in the West Bank. Mana Rabiee reports.

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Soccer, a binding force for young refugees in U.S.

While world leaders prepare to meet on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly for a summit on the global refugee crisis, a U.S.-based nonprofit is trying to help young refugees integrate on the soccer field. Nathan Frandino reports.

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New York fans line up for iPhone 7

Fans line up outside the Apple store in New York City to be among the first to buy the new iPhone 7, which goes on sale in the United States. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Arctic cruise ship arrives in New York

The Crystal Serenity cruise ship arrives in New York after its ground-breaking but controversial voyage through Canada’s Northwest Passage, a trip that was made possible by warming temperatures that have melted ice cover in the Arctic. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Thai tiger sanctuary earns its stripes

A sanctuary for endangered Indochinese tigers confirms a rise in its big cat population, the only one in southeast Asia to do so. Paul Chapman reports.

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China tackles typhoon aftermath

Fujian province in southeast China gets to grips with the trail of destruction wrought by typhoon Meranti.

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Security tight for Bratislava EU summit

Bratislava prepares to welcome 27 European Union leaders hoping to hammer out a diagnosis of why support is growing for eurosceptic parties.

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Smaller crowds greet iPhone 7 launch

iPhone fans in Asia became the world's first to snap up the newest model but crowds of enthusiasts and overnight campers were smaller than in previous years. Paul Chapman reports.

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Japan 'disability stigma' in spotlight

The killings of 19 disabled patients at a specialist facility sparks debate about the need for change in Japanese society where disability is stigmatised. Paul Chapman reports

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Freed IS captives arrive in Misrata

Three foreigners freed from an Islamic State prison in the Libyan city of Sirte arrive in Misrata. Paul Chapman reports.

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U.S., Japan defense chiefs meet at Pentagon

U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter welcomes Japan's new defense minister, Tomomi Inada, at the Pentagon. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Sushi in Pyongyang

Pyongyang's newest sushi restaurant opens, featuring a conveyor-belt and computer ordering system. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.

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Cuban train derails, injuring passengers

A Cuban train en route to cross the island derailed shortly after midnight on Thursday, injuring dozens of passengers. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Clashes at French labor reform law protest

Protesters clash with police in Paris in what unions say is the last day of demonstrations against the government's labor reform law.

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Ceasefire brings life back to Aleppo

Residents in the embattled Syrian city of Aleppo are enjoying a rare moment of peace, with the latest ceasefire holding for another day. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Philippines 'hit-man' spills beans on Duterte

A self-confessed former assassin tells a Philippines Senate hearing on extrajudicial killings that he heard President Rodrigo Duterte give orders on summary executions of political opponents in his hometown. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Returning Romania's wetlands to the wild

Birds and fish are slowly returning to the Danube Delta after it was drained by Romanian dictator Nicolae Ceausescu to create farmland in the 1980s.

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Protesters clash with police over French labor law reform

Protesters have clashed again with police in Paris during a demonstration against new labor law reforms. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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China launches second space lab module

China launched its second experimental space laboratory from its remote launch site in Jiuquan in the Gobi desert late on Thursday. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Indonesia hopes to guard against Zika virus with airport larvae traps

Officials have installed larvae traps across Jakarta's airport as a preventative measure against the spread of the Zika virus at one of the busiest travel hubs in southeast Asia.

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Deadly train crash in Pakistan kills at least four, injures scores

At least four people are dead and scores more injured, a Pakistani emergency rescue service official said, after an express train collided with a freight train in the central Punjab region.

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Bus catches fire on Australia's Sydney Harbour Bridge

A bus catches fire during peak rush hour on Sydney Harbour Bridge, causing a major traffic jam. Investigators are still determining the cause of the blaze.

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The plight of the pangolin

Wildlife authorities are stepping up efforts in Vietnam to help save an endangered animal, the pangolin, prized for it's scales and meat. Julie Noce reports.

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The meat goes on in NYC meatball eating competition

Contestants have a ball raising money for Italian earthquake victims in meatball eating contest. Julie Noce reports.

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At least six dead, dozens injured in Pakistan train crash

A train crash in Pakistan's Punjab region has killed at least six people, local media reports. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump touts lead over Clinton in Ohio

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump rallies supporters in Ohio as the U.S. presidential election enters its final weeks. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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China's mooncakes get a healthy makeover

China's mid autumn festival has long been celebrated with tasty but fattening mooncakes. But as Tara Joseph reports, chefs in Hong Kong are now coming up with healthier varieties of this classic treat.

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Netanyahu thanks U.S. for record aid deal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanks U.S. President Barack Obama and the U.S. Congress for the "historic" military aid package. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Netanyahu: hope and prayers for ailing Peres

Former Israeli President Shimon Peres remains in critical condition at an Israeli hospital following what has been described as a "massive stroke." Diane Hodges reports.

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Typhoon Meranti batters Kaohsiung, Taiwan

Eyewitness video filmed at Kaohsiung in south Taiwan shows Super Typhoon Meranti pounding residential areas. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Researchers discover wreck of 19th century British ship

New underwater video shows the wreckage of the HMS Terror, the second of two British ships lost in the 1845 Franklin expedition in Canada's Northwest Passage. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Aleppo ceasefire enters third day

Shoppers and children return to the streets of Aleppo as a ceasefire between government troops and rebel forces enters its third day. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Obama meets Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi

U.S. President Obama says the United States is "prepared to lift sanctions" on Burma, during a meeting with Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi at the White House. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Edward Snowden, supporters make case for pardon

Former National Security Agency contractor Edward Snowden and his allies are calling on U.S. President Barack Obama to pardon him. Snowden presented his case via video link from Moscow, where he now lives. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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London revels in late-summer sun

Londoners soak up the sun as a late-summer heatwave grips England. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Record U.S. military aid deal for Israel

The United States and Israel have agreed on a record $38 billion package of U.S. military aid and will sign the new pact on Wednesday, enshrining defense funding for Washington’s closest Middle East ally for the next decade. Reuters Luke Baker reports from Jerusalem.

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Serbian transgender army veteran celebrates new beginnings

Helena Vukovic has received a new birth certificate, a year after being fired from the Serbian army for coming out as transgender.

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North Korea holds mass rally to celebrate nuclear test

Thousands of North Koreans gather in Pyongyang's Kim Il Sung square to celebrate the country's fifth and most powerful nuclear blast, which was set off last Friday.

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Search for bodies continues at abandoned South African gold mine

Two more bodies are brought up from a mineshaft in the South African city of Johannesburg as workers continue to look for illegal miners who went missing earlier this month.

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Massive blaze engulfs Brazilian favela

Hundreds of homes burn as a massive fire sweeps through a Brazilian favela in Sao Paulo.

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DNC hacked again

The head of the Democratic National Committee says the organization has been hacked again by Russian state-sponsored agents. Linda So reports.

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Thousands celebrate nuclear test in Pyongyang

North Korea holds a mass rally to celebrate the country's fifth nuclear test. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Peres in critical but stable condition

Israeli doctors say state elder Shimon Peres is in a critical but stable condition after major stroke. Julie Noce reports.

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Super typhoon Meranti pounds Taiwan

Taiwan's east coast experiences heavy winds and rainfall as super typhoon Meranti passes the island, cutting off power and leaving flights and trains cancelled. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Protesters say Dakota pipeline will 'kill'

Demonstrators against the 'Dakota pipeline' take part in a 'Day of Action' against its construction, but the oil transport company sees otherwise. Gavino Garay reports.

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Favela up in flames

A fire rips through a favela shantytown in Sao, Paolo, Brazil. No reports of loss of life or what caused the fire have been released. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Israel's Peres suffers major stroke: doctors

Israeli elder statesman and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Shimon Peres is on a respirator after suffering a "major stroke" and has been placed in a medically induced coma, hospital officials say. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Israel's Peres rushed to the hospital after stroke

Israel's elder statesman Shimon Peres has been placed in an induced coma by doctors after suffering a stroke, his office says. Gavino Garay reports.

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Violence in China's 'democracy' village

Amateur video from the fishing community of Wukan shows residents pelting police with bricks, after pre-dawn raids in the village considered the benchmark of grassroots democracy in China. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Kaepernick protest takes primetime spotlight

San Francisco 49ers backup quarterback Colin Kaepernick brings his protest against racial inequality to a nationally televised Monday Night Football audience. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Turkey asks U.S. to arrest Gulen over coup plot

Turkey has reportedly made a formal request to the United States for the arrest of U.S.-based Turkish cleric Fethullah Gulen on charges of orchestrating an attempted military coup on July 15. Mana Rabiee reports.

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L.A smoke shop up in flames

A smoke shop caught fire in the Little Tokyo area of downtown Los Angeles overnight, drawing more than 100 firefighters to the scene.

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Protesters claim victory in Spanish bull-lancing festival

A bull is released and runs through the streets of the Spanish town of Tordesillas to kick off the controversial annual bull-lancing festival. This year, however a court has ruled that the bull may not be killed publicly, endiing a tradition that began in 1534. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Ceasefire brings eerie calm to Aleppo

An eerie calm has come to the besieged Syrian city of Aleppo on the second day of the latest ceasefire, with residents saying they feel grateful for a chance to get outdoors. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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U.S. bombers fly over South Korea in show of force

Two U.S. B-1 bombers fly over South Korea in a show of force and solidarity with its ally after North Korea's nuclear test last week.

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Water riots shut down India's tech capital

Indian and foreign technology companies close offices and tell staff to stay at home in the technology hub of Bengaluru after riots over the diversion of water from a river.

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Business on hold as India's tech hub locks down

Riot police patrol India's big technology hub Bengaluru on Tuesday after a day of violent protests. People are furious after the Supreme Court ordered the state to share its water with a neighboring state. Reuters Tommy Wilkes explains why tensions are running so high.

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U.S. bombers fly over S. Korea after nuke test

Two U.S. supersonic B-1 strategic bombers fly over South Korea Tuesday after North Korea's fifth nuclear test last week. As Reuters Tony Munroe reports, they're a serious show of strength from the U.S. Air Force.

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China announces 2016's world record IPO

China's sixth largest bank, Postal Bank, officially announces its upcoming IPO, worth more than $8 billion. As Tara Joseph reports, the new listing will eclipse all other new listings around the world in 2016.

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Video captures Indonesia plane drama

The crew of an Indonesian cargo plane laden with fuel have a lucky escape after landing without rear wheels.

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India water-share order sparks clashes

Riots erupt in the Indian technology hub of Bengaluru in a long-running row over river water access spills over into violence. Paul Chapman reports.

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US reaffirms South Korea commitment

U.S. bombers fly over South Korea in an affirmation of commitment to its ally after the North's latest nuclear test. Paul Chapman reports.

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Rescue bid for South African miners

Rescue teams are trying reach an unknown number of illegal miners trapped inside an unused gold mine near Johannesburg. Paul Chapman reports.

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Proper 'rest': one doctor's orders for Clinton

A New York pulmonary medicine doctor says he thinks that within ten days or so, Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton will regain the "energy that she's been showing throughout the campaign." Gavino Garay reports.

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U.S. bombers overfly South Korea

Two U.S. strategic bombers fly over South Korea in a show of force and solidarity with its ally following the North's fifth nuclear test.

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Syria's Assad emboldened ahead of ceasefire

An emboldened Syrian President Bashar al-Assad visits a Damascus suburb that was recaptured from rebels, hours before the start of a brokered ceasefire that has the opposition feeling wary. Mana Rabiee reports.

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Security tighter as Iraqis mark Eid

Security at Baghdad mosques was tighter than usual as Iraqi's mark the "Feast of the Sacrifice," a crucial Muslim holiday that many had hoped to commemorate in peace rather than under conflict and violence. Mana Rabiee reports.

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Postal ballot setback delays Austrian election re-run again

Austria has delayed its presidential election re-run to December due to faulty seals on postal ballots, in a hotly contested vote which could give the European Union its first far-right head of state.

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Assad attends Eid prayers at Daraya mosque

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad prays on Eid al-Adha at a mosque in Daraya, a Damascus suburb earlier held by rebels.

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Arson erupts at Orlando shooter's mosque

Authorities say a fire that destroyed a Florida mosque attended by the Orlando mass shooter Omar Mateen is being investigated as arson. Linda So reports.

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Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Adha

Eid al-Adha, one of the two most important festivals in the Islamic calendar, is celebrated worldwide.

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Scores wounded in Turkey car bomb blast

Scores of people were wounded when suspected Kurdish militants detonated a car bomb near government offices in the southeastern city of Van on Monday, following a crackdown on mayors in Kurdish-run municipalities. Mana Rabiee reports.

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Rescued migrants arrive in Italy

Some of the estimated 3,400 migrants rescued from the Mediterranean over the weekend begin arriving at the Sicilian port of Augusta.

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China's plan to step up to Silicon Valley

China's provincial city of Hangzhou is buzzing with tech activity, with officials aiming to open thousands of tech enterprises by the end of the decade. As Reuters Tara Joseph reports, the city is brimming with tech office parks and tech products, though truly innovative concepts are still missing.

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Is Thailand masking the real threat from Zika?

It's home to one of Asia's largest Zika outbreaks, but officials in Thailand's are downplaying the risk of the virus. The government says it doesn't want to scare the public, but Reuters' Amy Lefevre says there's likely more to it than that.

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Pilgrims in Haj stoning ritual

Devotees 'stone the devil' as the annual haj pilgrimmage enters its final phases .

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Taiwan tour bus crash 'suicide'

Taiwan authorities say a bus crash in July in which 26 people died, mostly Chinese tourists, was the result of suicide by the driver. Paul Chapman reports.

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Tesla: Autopilot fix 'could have prevented crash'

Tesla chief Elon Musk says new Autopilot fixes would probably have prevented May's fatal crash involving its semi-autonomous driving system. Paul Chapman reports.

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Mixed reactions to Clinton health issue

Clinton cancels California campaign trip after pneumonia diagnosis as a straw poll of voters in New York reveals mixed reactions to the health scare. Paul Chapman reports.

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Mexicans show support for gay marriage

Supporters of a proposal by Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto to make gay marriage legal throughout the country rally in the capital, one day after a demonstration by opponents. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Chinese bridge collapse

Footage captures the moment a bridge in southern China collapses while it was being dismantled.

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Amateur video shows aftermath of air strikes in Aleppo

Video posted on social media purports to show the aftermath of an air strike on a rebel-held area of Aleppo, on the eve of a proposed truce. Diane Hodges reports.

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Elephants parade in annual Sri Lankan pageant

One of Sri Lanka's most colorful annual events took place Saturday filling the streets of the city of Kotte with music, dancing and elaborately decorated elephants. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Battling pneumonia, Clinton falls ill at 9/11 ceremony

Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton, diagnosed with pneumonia, became overheated and fell ill at a Sept. 11 memorial ceremony in an episode that renewed focus on her health. Diane Hodges reports.

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Overcoming obstacles to perform the haj

Muslims from Syria overcome civil war in their country to travel to Islam's holiest sites in Saudi Arabia, while tensions between the Saudi and Iranian government force Iranians to perform their haj in Iraq. Diane Hodges reports.

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Volcano erupts on French island of Reunion

The eruption of one of the most active volcanoes in the world delights French tourists and local residents on an island in the Indian Ocean. Diane Hodges reports.

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Clashes break out during march marking Chile coup anniversary

Clashes have broken out in Santiago during a march to mark the anniversary of Chile's coup. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Volcano erupts on French island of Reunion

The Piton de la Fournaise volcano erupts on the remote Indian Ocean island of Reunion. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Brennan: we've "learned a lot" since 9/11

CIA Director John Brennan says U.S. law enforcement and intelligence agencies have learned a lot since 9/11 and the country is safer as a result. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Protests amid Turkish crackdown on Kurdish-run municipalities

Protests have broken out across Turkey as the government removes elected mayors from office in Kurdish-run municipalities over suspected links to militants. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Clinton says she is feeling "great"

Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton says she is feeling "great" after she became "overheated" at a Sept. 11 memorial ceremony in New York City and departed the event early. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Remembering 9/11 victims at Ground Zero

Family members and first responders slowly read the names and delivered personal memories of the almost 3,000 victims killed in the 9/11 attacks 15 years ago. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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At least 21 civilians killed in Saudi-led air strikes in Yemen - residents

At least 21 civilians were killed in two separate air strikes by the Saudi-led coalition in northern Yemen on Saturday, residents said on Sunday. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Enemies of U.S. will feel 'fist of American might' -Carter

U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter says the country's enemies - wherever they are - will "come to feel the righteous fist of American might." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Obama remembers 9/11, praises American strength

Obama pays tribute to the victims of the 9/11 attacks during a ceremony at the Pentagon and says "together, there is nothing we Americans cannot overcome." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Netanyahu pays tribute to victims of 9/11 attacks on 15th anniversary

Israeli Prime Minister remembers victims of 9/11, urges "civilized societies" to join forces in fight against Islamist militants 15 years after the September 11 attacks. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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U.S., NATO troops in Afghanistan mark 9/11 anniversary

U.S. and NATO troops in Afghanistan mark the 15th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Bell rings for 9/11 attack victims

The Bell of Hope rings at New York City's St. Paul's Chapel at 8:46 a.m., the time American Airlines Flight 11 slammed into the North Tower 15 years ago. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Cows flood into Bangladesh market ahead of Eid

Cattle are transported to markets in Bangladesh by boats and trucks ahead of Eid al-Adha, or the "Festival of Sacrifice". Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Haj pilgrims start praying in Arafat

Floods of pilgrims gather to pray in Arafat, near Mecca, marking the most important day of the annual haj. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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North Koreans hail nuclear test

As residents in Pyongyang express pride in their nation conducting its fifth nuclear test, their neighbours across the border in China are exasperated. Natasha Howitt reports.

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Obama's push for sanctions "laughable": North Korea

North Korea says a push by U.S. President Barack Obama's administration for sanctions after a fifth nuclear test is "laughable". Rough Cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Libertarian candidate outlines his vision for the U.S.

Libertarian presidential nominee Gary Johnson would fight to legalize marijuana, reform the criminal justice system and avoid foreign conflicts if elected. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Bangladesh police kill suspected militant in raid

Police in Bangladesh have killed a suspected militant believed to have played a key role in a July cafe attack during a raid in the capital Dhaka. Natasha Howitt reports.

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'IS-inspired' Australian charged with terrorism after stabbing

Australian police say a 22-year-old man in Sydney has been charged with terrorism and attempted murder after stabbing a stranger on the street. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Political instability keeps some pilgrims from the Haj

Saudi officials say fewer pilgrims with less money to spend could lead to a 50-percent drop in sales at Saudi businesses during this year's Haj. Diane Hodges reports.

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Pilgrims start arriving in Saudi Arabia's Arafat for haj

Pilgrims from across the world start arriving in Arafat, near Mecca, ahead of the start of the annual haj. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Thousands rally in support of bullfighting ban in Spain

Several thousand protesters take to the streets in Madrid to call for an ban of bullfighting and other festivals involving bulls. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Romanian prisoners step out at festival

Romanian prisoners put their best feet forward at the country's second National Dance Festival. Diane Hodges reports.

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Syrian army commander visits troops in Aleppo

The head of the general staff of the Syrian army visits troops in government-held Ramouseh area of Aleppo. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Rebels in Aleppo not hopeful after latest peace deal

A peace deal has been reached between the United States and Russia over the war in Syria, but those on the ground in the embattled country are hardly optimistic. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Chinese tourists unperturbed by latest North Korea nuclear test

Pyongyang's fifth and largest nuclear test doesn't stop Chinese tourists from visiting the country. Diane Hodges reports.

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"Times are changing, pay your taxes," eurozone chief tells corporations

Eurozone chief Jeroen Dijsselbloem tells multinational corporations to refrain from tax avoidance practices and pay their fair share of taxes. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Bangladesh factory fire kills 23, more than 24 injured

An early morning fire at a food and cigarette packaging factory in Bangladesh has killed at least 23 people. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Kim Jong Un inspects factories and farms in North Korea

North Korea's state-run television broadcasts video showing its leader Kim Jong Un visiting factories and farms. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Cat rescued 16 days after Italy quake

An Italian fire brigade officer pulls a cat out of the rubble of a destroyed house 16 days after an earthquake struck the area. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Death toll rises in Bangladesh factory fire

Local media say 21 people have been killed in a fire at a Bangladeshi garment factory, as firefighters continue to battle flames. Natasha Howitt reports.

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Angelina Jolie visits Syrian refugee camp

UNHCR Special Envoy Angeline Jolie visits a Syrian refugee camp in Jordan, calling on world leaders to tackle the root causes of the civil war. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Kim Jong Un effigy burnt in Seoul protest

South Korean conservative protesters rally against North Korea after the isolated neighbour conducted its fifth and largest nuclear test. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Islamic State claim twin blasts at Baghdad mall

Twelve people have been killed in two suicide bombings claimed by Islamic State at a shopping mall in Baghdad, police and hospital sources say. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Clearing explosives left behind by Islamic State

Libyan bomb squads detonate a pile of discarded land mines and missiles left behind by Islamic State. Natasha Howitt reports.

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On China's border with North Korea, residents are angry

As North Koreans proudly celebrate the nation's fifth and largest nuclear test, residents on the border in the Chinese city of Dandong are angry. Natasha Howitt reports.

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Bangladesh garment factory fire kills at least 12

A fire has broken out at a garment packaging factory just outside the Bangladeshi capital, killing at least 12 people, police and witnesses say. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Clinton: North Korean threat requires "rethinking of strategy"

Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton said that the threat posed by North Korea requires a "rethinking of the strategy" after Pyongyang conducted its fifth and biggest nuclear test Friday. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Passengers recount Mont Blanc cable car drama

After being trapped overnight in cable cars high above the glaciers of Mont Blanc, 33 tourists have finally been rescued and brought to safety on the ground. Nathan Frandino reports.

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State Dept: U.S. "won't accept" North Korea as nuclear state

The U.S. State Department said that it will not accept North Korea becoming a nuclear state after it conducted its fifth and biggest nuclear test on Friday. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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$1 million worth of illegal ivory seized in Germany

German customs officials confiscate 1.2 tonnes of illegal ivory in the largest haul in Europe in 10 years.

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Angelina Jolie visits refugee camp in Jordan

United Nations special envoy Angelina Jolie visits the Azraq refugee camp in Jordan and calls on world leaders to find a solution to the Syrian crisis. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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U.N.'s Ban condemns N. Korea nuclear test

U.N. Secretary General Ban Ki-moon condemns North Korea's nuclear test after Pyongyang conducts its fifth and biggest nuclear test ever. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Kerry tries again with Lavrov on Syria

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov resumed talks on a Syrian ceasefire plan Friday, although U.S. officials say their "patience is not infinite." Deborah Lutterbeck reports.

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Woman detained in France, allegedly connected to gas cylinder plot

Amateur video footage shows the arrest of a woman, believed to be one of three detained in connection with the discovery of a car filled with gas cylinders near Notre Dame cathedral. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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As Haj draws near, stampede memories still fresh

Muslim pilgrims are arriving in Mecca for the annual Haj pilgrimage, despite last year's deadly stampede that killed more than 700 people. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Cuban towns still waiting for that tourism boom

Cities in Cuba other than Havana have yet to see the results of increasingly lax travel restrictions between the U.S. and Cuba. Reuters' Jeffrey Dastin reports from Cuba.

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Monitoring agency condemns suspected North Korea nuclear test

The Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty Organisation says seismic activity produced by a suspected North Korean nuclear test is larger than an earthquake triggered by a nuclear test in the same area in January. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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At least three dead after train derails in Spain

Emergency services rush to the scene of a train derailment in Galicia, north-western Spain. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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North Korea conducts largest nuclear test to date

North Korea conducts a fifth nuclear test, setting off a blast more powerful than the bomb dropped on Hiroshima in World War Two, and drawing strong opposition from global leaders.

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North Korea conducts fifth and largest nuclear test

North Korea announces it has conducted its fifth nuclear test, hours after seismic monitors detected a blast near the secretive country's nuclear test site. Natasha Howitt reports.

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Kerry arrives in Geneva for Syria talks

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry arrives in Geneva for a meeting with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov on Syria. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Dozens stuck overnight in cable cars in the Alps

The rescue operation to save dozens of people trapped at nearly 4,000 metres in cable cars near Mont Blanc will continue in the morning, French authorities say. Natasha Howitt reports.

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North Korea says it has conducted fifth nuclear test

North Korea's state-run television KRT confirms the isolated country has conducted its fifth nuclear test. Rough Cut - subtitled (no reporter narration)

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North Korean nuclear test suspected after tremor

A seismic tremor recorded in an area around a known North Korean nuclear test site is suspected to be the isolated country's fifth nuclear test. Natasha Howitt reports.

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With fewer pilgrims at haj, Saudi merchants see drop in business

Business in Mecca is hit by a fall in the number of pilgrims at this year's haj, local vendors and officials say.

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At least nine killed in Yemen air strike

Residents of an apartment block in the Yemeni provincial capital of Amran city say at least nine civilians, including four children, were killed in a Saudi-led coalition air strike overnight. Mana Rabiee reports.

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Large explosions south of Aleppo caught on video

Undated video posted to a social media website purports to show large explosions in the Ramousah district of the Syrian city of Aleppo, which government forces have reportedly wrested back from rebel control. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Britain should start Brexit process soon, says Tusk

Britain should start the formal process to exit the European Union soon, the head of the European Council Donald Tusk says during a meeting with Prime Minister Theresa May on Thursday.

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Clinton responds to Johnson's "What is Aleppo?" gaffe

U.S. Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton laughs when asked about Libertarian Party candidate Gary Johnson's blunder on Aleppo saying, "You can look on the map and find Aleppo." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Fatal Netherlands Tesla crash under investigation

Authorities in the Netherlands are investigating a Tesla electric vehicle crash that killed the Dutchman who was driving. They say it took firefighters hours to remove the body from the car because they feared electrocution. Mana Rabiee reports.

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As hard times bite, Venezuelans abandon their pets

Abandoned animals are filling the streets of Venezuela as owners who are struggling to feed themselves can no longer take care of them.

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Obama on Trump: "The guy's not qualified"

U.S. President Barack Obama warns the U.S. of Donald Trump's "outright wacky" ideas. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Argentine truck driver unhurt in freak accident

Truck driver miraculously unharmed in accident where the vehicle was left dangling off a Buenos Aires bridge.

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Maoists push back against modernizing China

40 years on from the death of Mao Zedong, there’s still a strong yearning for his Communist ideals in parts of China. But as Reuters Ben Blanchard explains, hard-line leftists they may be remembering a China that never really existed.

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Aircraft fly into Portugal wildfire fight

Portuguese firefighters are being reinforced from the air, as concern grows over forest fires in several districts. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Russia stages own 'Paralympic Games' despite ban

Russian Paralympic athletes banned from competing in Rio are participating in their country's own version of the Games. Yiming Woo reports.

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Obama hails ties with ASEAN allies in last meeting

President Barack Obama reiterates the U.S. commitment to "rebalancing" ties with Asia during his last ASEAN meeting. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Alleged chlorine attack in Aleppo to be investigated

The world's chemical weapons watchdog says Tuesday's suspected chlorine gas attack in Aleppo is "disturbing" and will be investigated. Yiming Woo reports.

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Syrians return to former Islamic State town

Hundreds of Syrians have returned to their town near the Turkish border that used to be held by Islamic State. Yiming Woo reports.

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Aftermath of air strike in Aleppo

Video purports to show chaos after an air strike in Aleppo, Syria. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Social media shows fighting along Syrian-Turkish border

Video posted online by Islamic State purports to show its forces blowing up Turkish tanks along the Syrian border. Diane Hodges reports.

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Nine dead and two missing in Guatemala mudslides

Emergency workers and local residents dig for survivors after nine people were killed when mudslides devastated communities in Guatemala. Ashraf Fahim reports.

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Video purports to show fierce fighting in Aleppo

Videos posted online purport to show Syrian rebel fighters engaged in a fierce battle with Syrian government forces in the divided city of Aleppo. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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U.K. power station chimney demolished in style

Demolition experts conduct a controlled explosion of a disused power station chimney in Britain, the tallest ever concrete structure in the country to ever be brought down. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Fatal flash floods hit Greece

Heavy flooding in Greece has claimed the lives of at least three people, and caused extensive damage to homes and cars. Ashraf Fahim reports.

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Greek flash floods cause casualties

Widespread flash floods caused by torrential rains lashed southern Greece overnight, according to the country's fire brigade.

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Dozens choke in suspected chlorine attack in Aleppo, monitors say

Rescue workers and monitors say dozens suffered from suffocation on Tuesday, following a suspected chlorine gas attack on an opposition-held neighborhood in the Syrian city of Aleppo.

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Tencent steals Asia's corporate crown

China's social media giant has made it on to the list of the world's 10 most valuable companies, joining Apple, Facebook and Amazon. As Tara Joseph reports, the Shenzhen-based firm is now plans to move beyond its home base of China to build a global entertainment empire.

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Obama sips coconut in Laos

U.S. President Barack Obama greets people and sips on a coconut at a street market in Laos. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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iPhone 7 launch lacks the usual buzz in China

With the iPhone 7 launch just a day away, there's a lot less online excitement than usual in China. As Reuters' Adam Jourdan reports, Chinese internet users seem more concerned about Taylor Swift's love life than Tim Cook's new smartphone.

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American breaks spine fleeing from sex attacker

An American woman travelling in Thailand has fractured her spine while fleeing from a man who was allegedly sexually harassing her. Yiming Woo reports.

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Bolivia's transgender celebrate new identity cards

Transgender citizens in Bolivia receive new identity cards under a new gender law, a landmark move in the conservative country. Yiming Woo reports.

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Tencent steals Asia's corporate crown

China social media giant has made it on to the list of the world's most valuable companies, joining Apple, Facebook and Amazon. As Tara Joseph reports, the Shenzhen based firm is now plans to move beyond its home base of China to build a global entertainment empire.

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Alleged chlorine attack in Aleppo chokes dozens

Syrian government forces have been accused of a chlorine gas attack in the Syrian city of Aleppo that has suffocated dozens of people. Yiming Woo reports.

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Soyuz crew returns to Earth

A NASA astronaut and two Roscosmos cosmonauts land safety in Kazakhstan, only a few hours after undocking from the International Space Station. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump talks Iran, Iraq, Russia & China

U.S. Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump calls the deal with Iran one of the "dumbest" he's ever seen. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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French countryside ravaged by wildfire

A wildfire on the outskirts of Marseille, which broke out late on Monday, has destroyed 360 hectares of countryside and areas of a national park.

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Northern Lights dazzle Finland

A stunning Aurora Borealis display dances across the night sky over Rovaniemi, Finland.

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Brock Turner registers as sex offender

Former Stanford University swimmer Brock Turner, who spent three months in jail for sexually assaulting an unconscious woman, registers as a sex offender in Ohio. Linda So reports.

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France wildfire finally brought under control

Firefighters say a blaze which destroyed 360 hectares including areas of a national park outside the French city of Marseille, has been brought under control. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Obama calls for sanctions on North Korea after missile test

U.S. President Barack Obama is urging the full implementation of sanctions against North Korea after its latest missile test, but says Washington has no interest in taking an offensive approach towards Pyongyang. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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"He's an interesting guy": Obama on Duterte

U.S. President Barack Obama may speak informally with Philippine counterpart Rodrigo Duterte but is not expected to hold a bilateral meeting during a summit in Laos, after Duterte called Obama a "son of a whore." Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Taliban attack in Afghan capital Kabul kills at least 24

Officials say a Taliban suicide attack near the defense ministry in Kabul has killed at least 24 people and wounded 91 others. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Why did Obama cancel his meeting with the Philippines' Duterte?

(Warning: graphic language) An insult by Filipino President Rodrigo Duterte directed at U.S. President Barack Obama causes tension between the two allies.

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ASEAN leaders pose for photo in Laos

Leaders gather for a group photo at the start of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations summit in Laos. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Siege between Afghan security forces and gunmen ends

An 11 hour siege between Afghan security forces and gunmen barricaded in an office in Kabul ends after several deadly attacks. Julie Noce reports.

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Obama holds newser at start of ASEAN summit in Laos

U.S. President Barack Obama says 'all nations should play by the same rules' during a news conference in Laos at the start of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations summit. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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North Korean leader monitors missile launches

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un watches as missiles are launched recently. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Philippines' Duterte regrets controversial Obama comments

The Philippines says President Rodrigo Duterte regrets comments he made about U.S. President Barack Obama. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Cash injection won't come close to saving Hanjin

Hanjin Shipping files for bankruptcy, leaving billions in cargo stranded at sea as ports refuse to let many of the company's container ships dock. Reuters' Tony Munroe says now funds are coming in to help save cargo- but not the company.

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Gunfire exchanged in Kabul

Security forces exchange gunfire with attackers in Kabul after a series of attacks in the Afghan capital. Julie Noce reports.

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At least nine dead in Islamic State attack in Baghdad

At least nine people were killed in an attack by Islamic State near a hospital in Baghdad. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Obama attends arrival ceremony in Laos

U.S. President Barack Obama attends an outdoor arrival ceremony in heavy rain, as the first sitting U.S. president to visit Laos. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Clean up begins in Libya's Sirte

Recently freed areas in Sirte cleared of discarded Islamic State weapons. Deborah Lutterbeck reports

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Fires threaten Spain's Costa Blanca resorts

More than 1,000 people have fled their homes as wildfires burn in parts of Spain's Costa Blanca. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.

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Fans prepare to say farewell to Juan Gabriel

Hundreds of fans waited patiently outside Mexico City's Palacio de Bellas Artes on Monday hoping to be allowed to enter the palace ahead of Mexican singer Juan Gabriel's official tribute and funeral. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Brexit minister: Britain will regain sovereignty without delay

Brexit minister David Davis presents plans to parliament while politicians debate a petition calling for a second referendum elsewhere in Westminster. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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U.S., Russia work on Syria truce

The United States and Russia will work in the next few days on a deal to curb fighting in Syria. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.

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Trucks and tractors block Calais motorway in migrant protest

French port workers, lorry drivers and farmers bring the motorway leading to the Channel Tunnel to a standstill, in protest against the rising flow of migrants in the port city.

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Philippines' Duterte defends drug war, lashes out at Obama

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte defends his drug war and lashes out at U.S. President Barack Obama, calling him a "son of a whore" in Filipino. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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At least two dead in Israeli building site collapse - rescue services

Israeli rescue services says that at least two people are dead after a building site collapse in Tel Aviv. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Amateur video shows chaos after Israel building collapse

A parking garage under construction collapses in Tel Aviv, killing at least two people and trapping several others under the debris.

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Thousands march against Brazil's new president

Thousands of people take to the streets in Brazil to demonstrate against President Michel Temer, who replaced Dilma Rousseff last Wednesday following an impeachment trial.

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Obama says "if" meets with Duterte, drug war will be "brought up"

U.S. President Barack Obama says "we will always assert the need to have due process and to engage in that fight against drugs" even though Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has made it clear he will take no lecture on human rights from the U.S. president. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Thirty-eight migrants rescued in Aegean Sea

Portuguese Maritime Police have rescued 38 migrants, including several babies and young children, in the Aegean Sea. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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China's struggle for celebrity status at G20

It's spent billions on a picture-perfect location, and know how to wow world leaders with visual spectaculars, but how close is China to actually realizing its dream of winning respect and political heavyweight status among the world's most powerful people? Tara Joseph reports from the summit in Hangzhou.

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North Korean missile launches draw swift condemnation

South Korean and Japanese governments condemns North Korea firing three ballistic missile into its Japan's Exclusive Economic Zone. Julie Noce reports.

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Thousands protest Brazil’s new president in Sao Paulo

Tens of thousands demonstrate against Brazil's newly installed President Michel Temer at massive rally in Sao Paulo. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Leftover bombs from Vietnam War a threat in Laos

Unexploded bombs and munitions, leftover from the Vietnam War, continue to pose a threat to villagers some 40 years later. Julie Noce reports.

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Romania’s Lipovans strive to keep traditions alive

Romania's Lipovans, members of a Russian minority, are struggling to keep traditions alive amid a job shortage and aging population. Vanessa Johnston reports.

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Mini London burns to mark Great Fire of 1666

An art installation of London was set alight to represent the 350th anniversary of the city's Great Fire of 1666. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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China wary as Hong Kong votes

Hong Kong votes in its first major election since pro-democracy protests in 2014 and one of its most contentious, with a younger generation of activists openly advocating independence from China. Vanessa Johnston reports.

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Fighting rages in northern Syria

Syrian government forces and allies lay siege to rebel-held eastern Aleppo, as Turkish-backed fighters drive IS from all the areas along its border, in two significant but separate developments in the multi-sided conflict. Ashraf Fahim reports.

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Anti-immigrant party beats Merkel's CDU in state election

German Chancellor Angela Merkel's conservative Christian Democrats fall to third place in a state election behind the centre-left Social Democrats and anti-immigrant Alternative for Germany party, according to exit polls. Vanessa Johnston reports.

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Theresa May tries to repair international ties at G20 summit

British Prime Minister Theresa May attends her first G20 summit and will attempt to mend ties with trading partners shaken by Britain’s vote to exit the European Union. Ashraf Fahim reports.

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A gala performance welcomes the G20 to China

China puts on a gala performance for global heads of state attending the G20 summit in Hangzhou. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Mother Teresa declared a saint by Pope Francis

More than 100,000 pilgrims attend the beatification of Mother Teresa in St. Paul's Square, as the tiny Albanian nun who gained fame for her work with the poor in India's slums is declared a saint by Pope Francis. Ashraf Fahim reports.

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Obama reaffirms "very special relationship" between US and UK

U.S. President Barack Obama says UK Prime Minister Theresa May is a steady influence during a time of transition post-Brexit. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Pope declares Mother Teresa a Saint

Thousands gather in Vatican City as Pope Francis proclaims Mother Teresa of Calcutta a saint. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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G20 summit kicks off in China

Chinese President Xi Jinping says that risks are accumulating in the global economy from high leverage as G20 summit kicks off in Hangzhou. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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US to help Turkey bring coup plotters to justice

President Barack Obama has told Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan that the U.S. will work with them to help bring those behind July's attempted coup to justice. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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World leaders pose for G20 photos

Leaders of G20 countries pose for photos at the opening ceremony of the two-day summit in China's eastern city of Hangzhou. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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UN chief praises China, US climate change deal

U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon says climate change scepticism is over, after the U.S. joined China to ratify the Paris agreement to curb climate-warming emissions. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Zimbabwe's Mugabe brushes off ill health rumours

Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe rejects rumours that he was gravely ill and tells anti-goverment protesters "enough is enough". Yiming Woo reports.

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'Final stages' of retaking Sirte from Islamic State

Libyan forces say they are in the final stages of recapturing Sirte from Islamic State. Yiming Woo reports.

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Venezuela's Maduro jeered, dozens detained -activists

Amateur video purports to show crowds heckling Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Margarita island, in what appeared to be a rare public confrontation with the unpopular leader. More than 30 people were briefly detained, according to activists. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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A dog nursing piglets tops this week's animal wrap

From a dog nursing orphaned piglets in Cuba to a dog being pulled from the rubble in Italy 10 days after a deadly earthquake -- the week's top animal stories from around the globe. Vanessa Johnston reports.

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Panda cubs born at Zoo Atlanta

Georgia's Zoo Atlanta is celebrating the birth of giant panda twins, the second set of twins born to mother bear Lun Lun in three years. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Thousands call for ban on rodeos in Chile

Animal rights activists march through the streets of Santiago, denouncing the country's national sport as cruel and backwards. Diane Hodges reports.

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Clinton tells FBI she could not recall all briefings on preserving documents

Hillary Clinton told FBI and Justice Department investigators she could not recall having been briefed on handling classified information or preserving government records while Secretary of State due to a concussion she suffered at the time. Ashraf Fahim reports.

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Anti-Brexit protesters march through London

Thousands of anti-Brexit protesters are hoping to halt Britain's exit from the European Union as they march through London days before the British parliament reconvenes. Vanessa Johnston reports.

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Pope Francis prepares to declare Mother Teresa a saint

Crowds are gathering in Vatican City to see Mother Teresa officially declared a saint of the Catholic church. Diane Hodges reports.

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Turkish tanks cross into Syria

Turkey launches a fresh offensive against Islamic State in Syria, in a campaign designed to counter the influence of Kurdish Peshmerga who are also fighting the militants. Diane Hodges reports.

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Trump grooves at black church in Detroit

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump makes his pitch to black voters at a church in Detroit, Michigan, in an effort to peel away minority support from his Democratic rival. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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U.S., China ratify Paris climate agreement

The United States joins China to formally ratify the Paris agreement to curb climate-warming emissions on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Hanzhou. Diane Hodges reports.

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Dog rescued 10 days after deadly Italian quake

Italian firefighters pull a dog, named Romeo, alive from the rubble of a collapsed building, 10 days after a deadly quake leveled the town of Amatrice. Diane Hodges reports.

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Obama presses climate issues at G20 in China

U.S. President Barack Obama praised the Paris ageement on climate change while meeting with world leaders at the G20 summit in China, but said the plan by itself "won't solve the climate crisis." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Earthquake hits Oklahoma

A 5.6 magnitude earthquake hits Oklahoma, one of the strongest ever recorded in the state. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Thousands mourn Uzbek leader's death

Thousands of Uzbeks line the streets of the ex-Soviet nation during the funeral motorcade of President Islam Karimov. Yiming Woo reports.

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North Koreans rescued from flooded village

Three North Koreans have been rescued by China from their flooded village, Chinese state media reports. Yiming Woo reports.

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'State of lawlessness' declared after Philippine blast

Philippines' President Rodrigo Duterte declares emergency measures after a deadly explosion in his home city. Yiming Woo reports.

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G20 summit turns Chinese city into ghost town

A Chinese city has virtually shut down in preparations to host the G20 summit, attended by some of the world's most important leaders. Yiming Woo reports.

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Philippines' Duterte declares 'state of lawlessness'

Philippines' President Rodrigo Duterte declares a "state of lawlessness" in the country after a deadly explosion in his home city of Davao. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Police kill man who 'trained' Dhaka cafe attackers

Bangladesh police have killed a man they believe trained the militants who carried out the deadly Dhaka cafe attack. Yiming Woo reports.

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Gabon TV shows chaos after election

Gabon Television releases video of gunfire and a blast at the National Assembly as demonstrators protested against the election results. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Obama departs for G20 in China

U.S. President Barack Obama takes off from Hawaii en route to the G20 Summit in Hangzhou, China. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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NASA releases Juno spacecraft's first ever views of Jupiter

NASA releases the first images of Jupiter taken by its Juno spacecraft almost two months after its arrival in orbit around the biggest planet in the solar system. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Trump meets with mother of slain college student

U.S. Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump meets with Shalga Hightower, whose daughter was killed in 2007. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Kaepernick kneels during national anthem, continuing protest

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick continues to refuse to observe the national anthem in protest against racial injustice and police brutality. Ashraf Fahim reports.

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Attorney: No drugs, guns found at Chris Brown home

Mark Geragos, an attorney for Chris Brown, says the singer's two-year-old daughter was not present, nor were drugs and guns found in the home the day of his arrest for suspected assault. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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As sanctions ease, European carriers land in Iran

The first British Airways direct flight from London landed in Tehran on Friday following nearly four years of suspension.

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Gabon president tours burnt out parliament

Gabon’s president, Ali Bongo, tours the burned our remains of the parliament building following rioting that broke out when his re-election was announced. Ashraf Fahim reports.

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Solar eclipse spectacle on Reunion Island

Astronomy fans gather on the French island of Reunion in the Indian Ocean to witness a solar eclipse.

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Weapons storage blast in Baghdad sets off bombs

An explosion caused by a fire in a weapons storage in the Iraqi capital has fired off rockets to neighboring districts, killing at least four people.

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Uzbek leader, Karimov, dead at 78

Islam Karimov, the man who ruled Uzbekistan for 27 years and was criticized for his authoritarian tendencies, has died at the age of 78, leaving no obvious successor. Ashraf Fahim reports.

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Congo election talks marred by violence

Supporters of rival parties clash in Kinshasa as the government and opposition parties were due to hold talks over a delayed presidential election.

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Twin bomb attack in Pakistan

Two bombs explode outside a court complex in northwest Pakistan, hours after militants from a Pakistani Taliban faction attacked a Christian neighborhood in the same area.

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SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket explodes on launch pad

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket exploded during preparations for a routine test firing at Cape Canaveral in Florida on Thursday, two days before it was due to launch a satellite in orbit.

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The frowns behind the smiles at China's G20

China's getting ready to host the G20 summit this weekend, hoping to keep talks focused on trade and technology. But Reuters Tara Joseph reports that ongoing disputes with many of the countries sitting around the table could ruin its plans.

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Deadly attacks in Pakistan

Bomb blasts outside a court and an attack at a Christian neighbourhood in Pakistan kill at least 14 people. Yiming Woo reports.

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China pressure squeezes HK democrats: sources

Sources say China is pulling strings behind the scenes of this weekend's local election in Hong Kong, getting some young pro-independence candidates kicked out of the race. Reuters' Venus Wu explains who these young people are and how they are changing politics in the city.

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Obama visits Midway Atoll, symbol of legacy

President Barack Obama visits Midway Atoll, the remote coral reef that serves as a reminder of both modern global climate challenges and U.S. domanance in Asia Pacific. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Tensions erupt in Venezuela

Scores of demonstrators hurl rocks at riot police armed with tear gas following anti-government demonstrations in Caracas. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Images of August

Images taken by Reuters photographers around the world for the month of August 2016, including the Rio Olympics, the fight against Islamic State, the earthquake in Italy, wildfires and floods in America, and more. Produced by Canice Leung.

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Life lessons in France amid tight security

French students return to school after the summer break, with increased security measures across the country following a series of attacks. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.

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Portait of a saint

A portrait of Mother Teresa to be displayed during her canonization ceremony in St. Peter's Square this weekend is unveiled in Washington. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Venezuelan opposition floods Caracas in vast anti-Maduro protest

Hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans are on the streets to protest against the government of President Nicolas Maduro, demanding a referendum to oust the socialist. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Picking up the pieces after Islamic State

Free Syrian Army soldiers patrol the Syrian border town of Jarablus where Syrian rebels with Turkish backing expelled Islamic State militants last week. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.

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Kaine: "It's no time for amateurs"

U.S. Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Kaine mocks Donald Trump and his visit with the Mexican president, saying Trump "didn't have the guts" to bring up who will pay for his proposed border wall. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump: "That wall will go up"

One day after his meeting with the Mexican president, U.S. Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump sticks to his hardline stance on illegal immigration and vows to build a wall between the U.S.-Mexico border. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Hermine strengthens, Florida braces

Florida Governor Rick Scott says Tropical Storm Hermine, which is expected to strengthen into a hurricane, is "life-threatening." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Singapore's neighbors step up arrivals checks after Zika outbreak

Malaysia reports its first case of Zika as China and Indonesia increase health screenings of travelers following an outbreak of the virus in Singapore.

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Explosion rocks SpaceX launch pad

No injuries reported after an explosion rocks the launch site for a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket at Cape Canaveral in Florida. Linda So reports.

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Explosion at SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch site

An explosion destroyed a Falcon 9 rocket belonging to Elon Musk's SpaceX during routine test firing at Cape Canaveral in Florida, shaking buildings miles (km) away and sending a thick plume of black smoke pouring into the air.

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Hawaii dodges Madeline, but Lester looms

Hurricane Madeline weakens to a tropical storm as it passes by Hawaii's Big Island, although forecasters warn that Hurricane Lester is not far behind. Linda So reports.

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Florida braces for Hermine

Floridians are preparing for potentially catastrophic flooding with Tropical Storm Hermine expected to strengthen into a hurricane by the time it reaches the northern Florida coast. Linda So reports.

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Malaysia reports first case of Zika

Malaysia reports the first case of the Zika virus, found in a woman who just returned from Singapore where there are now more than 100 cases. Julie Noce reports.

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E.U. lobby warns China of investment backlash

The E.U. business lobby in China has a thinly-veiled message for Beijing in its annual white paper: open up your markets or you won't have free access to ours for much longer. As Reuters' Michael Martina reports, the memo comes at an awkward time as China gears up to host the G20.

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Australian police catch colossal croc

Police in Australia's Northern Territory capture a massive crocodile after it ate some cattle at a watering hole. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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In a Lebanese village, civil war scars fade slowly

Twenty-six years after the end of Lebanon's civil war, the story of the village of Brih contains a stark lesson for Syria and Iraq: even when peace comes, divisions persist for decades.

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Happy ending for a dog trapped in Peru

A dog with her head trapped in a gutter is freed by locals in the Peruvian town of San Martin. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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