Myanmar's Suu Kyi meets Pope Francis

During a visit by Myanmar's leader Aung San Suu Kyi, the Vatican announces that full diplomatic relations have been established with the country. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Prince Philip to cease royal duties in autumn

Britain's Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth, is to permanently stand down from royal duties in the autumn, Buckingham Palace said in a statement on Thursday. The palace said the queen would continue to carry out her full programme of engagements. Mia Womersley reports.

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France's Le Pen says she revealed the true Macron during debate

In an interview with French media on Thursday (May 4) Le Pen says she "lifted the veil" on her opponent, Emmanuel Macron. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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French presidential rivals clash in crucial TV debate

Far-right candidate Marine Le Pen and centrist Emmanuel Macron clashed over their vision of France's future, the euro and ways of fighting terrorism in a televised debate on Wednesday before Sunday's run-off vote for the presidency. Scarlett Cvitanovich reports.

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Iraqi army advances on Islamic State's Mosul enclave

Iraqi media report on the opening up of a new front against the Islamic State in Mosul. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump vows to broker Mideast peace deal

President Donald Trump vowed on Wednesday to work to broker peace between Israel and the Palestinians as he hosted Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas at the White House, but offered no clues about how he could break the deadlock and revive long-stalled negotiations.

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Tillerson: U.S. readying new North Korea sanctions

U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson says the United States is working on more sanctions targeting North Korea to be implemented if necessary. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Egyptian artist hopes for record with 700-meter Koran

An Egyptian artist has spent three years creating what he hopes is the world's biggest Koran.

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Britain and EU must agree way of settling accounts - Barnier

The EU's chief Brexit negotiator, Michel Barnier, says the UK and the EU need to agree on a clear way of calculating how much Britain owes the bloc. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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The steps we take here will change the whole region - Erdogan

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan meets Russian President Vladimir Putin for the second time in two months. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Islamic State suicide attack hits NATO convoy in Kabul

Islamic State claims responsibility for a suicide bombing in the Afghan capital that killed eight civilians in an attack on a convoy of NATO armoured personnel vehicles.

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North Korea says American was detained for 'attempted subversion'

North Korea said on Wednesday that an American man it had detained in late April was intercepted because he was attempting to commit "hostile acts". Matthew Larotonda reports.

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Trump and Abbas have their work cut out for them

U.S. President Donald Trump and Palestinian Authority President Mamoud Abbas will meet at the White House Wednesday, amid a vast array of roadblocks and complications standing in the way of peace between Israel and Palestine.

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China's Silk Road threatens the mighty Mekong River

As China pushes ahead with its massive trade network spanning Asia and Europe, fears are growing for the future of a section of the Mekong River between Thailand and Laos, which Beijing wants to blast with dynamite in order to allow 500kg freight ships to pass. Reuters Special Correspondent Andrew R.C. Marshall is there.

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Eight civilians killed in NATO convoy attack

A suicide bombing near the U.S. embassy in Kabul on Wednesday (May 3) killed eight civilians and wounded at least 25, officials say. Scarlett Cvitanovich reports.

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United CEO takes responsibility for passenger incident

United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz apologizes for a series of failures that led to the April 9 forced removal of passenger David Dao from a United flight in Chicago. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Branstad says China can do more on North Korea

President Donald Trump's nominee to be the U.S. ambassador to China says that China can do more to push North Korea to curb its nuclear program. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Venezuelans block roads to protest Maduro's political shakeup

Protesters block streets in Caracas to denounce a decision by unpopular leftist President Nicolas Maduro to set up a new popular assembly with the ability to rewrite the constitution.

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Israel celebrates its 69th Independence Day

Israel on Tuesday (May 2) celebrates its 69th Independence Day anniversary with a ceremony at the President's Office. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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In Yemen's civil war, even the dead are affected

Ancient mummies are rotting in a major museum in Sanaa due to a lack of electricity and preservative chemicals from abroad.

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'146-year-old man' laid to rest in Indonesia

An Indonesian man who claimed to be the world's oldest person was laid to rest on Monday. According to his identity card, he was born on December 31, 1870. Julian Satterthwaite reports.

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At $10,000 a ticket, Japan train offers luxury at a premium

A Japanese railway company has launched a new luxury sleeper train with sky views, bathtubs and dark wood interiors, joining the race for well-heeled tourists.

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Special forces test their skills in Jordan’s 'Warrior Competition'

Jordan's five-day warrior competition in Amman allows participating countries to show off their military skills. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Without school, children of Mosul feared lost to poverty and conflict

Tens of thousands of children have been orphaned or left homeless by the war on Islamic State and forced to work to support their families in Mosul, the militants' last major city stronghold in Iraq. Sarah Charlton reports.

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Hamas' softened stance on Israel met with skepticism

The Palestinian Islamist group Hamas has dropped its longstanding call for Israel's destruction, but it was met with skepticism by both Israel and the political party of Palestinian President, Mahmoud Abbas.

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Stars let loose on fashion choices for the Met Gala

Celebrities turn heads on the red carpet at the annual Met Gala, letting loose on their dress choices on fashion's night of nights. No reporter narration.

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Indian mob kills two Muslims over suspected cow theft

A mob in India beat to death two Muslims who were accused of trying to steal cows for slaughter, police say, the latest incident in a surge of violence blamed on hardline Hindu groups.

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U.N. rights boss concerned at due process in Turkey purges

U.N. human rights boss voices deep concern at mass arrests and sackings in Turkey. Rough cut (no reporter narration)

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Sea World Australia's polar bear Liya gives birth to twin cubs

Sea World Australia releases video of two newly born polar bear cubs feeding from their mother inside their den. No reporter narration.

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Patch the one-eyed horse set to run the Kentucky Derby

A one-eyed horse named Patch is set to run in the Kentucky Derby for the first leg of U.S. thoroughbred racing's Triple Crown. No reporter narration.

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Blast hits Toronto financial district

A blast, that officials say may have been caused by a power transformer explosion, prompted Toronto police to close off a section of the city's financial district as heavy smoke billowed out of sewer grates. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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White House defends overture to Duterte on North Korea

The White House on Sunday defended President Donald Trump's decision to invite Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte to Washington, saying his cooperation was needed to counter North Korea, even as the administration faced human rights criticism for its overture to Manila.

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Hamas to drop call for Israel's destruction: sources

The Palestinian Islamist group Hamas will drop its longstanding call for Israel's destruction as well as its association with the Muslim Brotherhood in a new policy document to be issued on Monday, Gulf Arab sources said.

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Images of April

Images taken by Reuters photographers around the world for the month of April 2017, including a show of force by North Korea, protests in Venezuela, and President Donald Trump. Produced by David Lucas.

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Duterte White House invitation raises eyebrows at U.N.

The White House is defending President Donald Trump's decision to invite Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte to Washington, saying his cooperation is needed to counter North Korea and despite his alleged support of extra-judicial killings of drug suspects. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Hundreds detained at Istanbul May Day protests

Turkish police arrested dozens of people and fired rubber bullets as anti-government protesters tried to breach a ban on access to the main Taksim Square in Istanbul to mark May Day. Francis Maguire reports.

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Indonesian President meets migrant workers in Hong Kong

Indonesian President Joko Widodo receives an enthusiastic welcome by migrant workers in Hong Kong. No reporter narration.

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Hundreds detained at Istanbul May Day protests

Turkish police arrested dozens of people and fired rubber bullets as anti-government protesters tried to breach a ban on access to the main Taksim Square in Istanbul to mark May Day. Francis Maguire reports.

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Trump speaks with Asian allies on North Korea nuclear threat

U.S. President Donald Trump steps up outreach to allies in Asia to secure their cooperation to pressure North Korea over its nuclear and missile programs. Samantha Vadas reports.

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Japanese ship sets sail to protect U.S. amid N. Korea tension

Japan's biggest warship Izumo departs from Yokosuka base following the first order in history for the forces to protect U.S. ships amid heightened tension over North Korea. No reporter narration.

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Turkey's Erdogan accorded ceremonial welcome in New Delhi

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan receives a ceremonial welcome in New Delhi as he begins his official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations with India. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Italy's former PM Renzi regains party leadership

Matteo Renzi, staging a political comeback less than five months after resigning as Italy's prime minister, easily regains the leadership of the ruling Democratic Party (PD) with an overwhelming victory in a primary election among party supporters.

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