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Homa Hoodfar was held by Revolutionary Guards on June 6, says human rights group

We look at 13 images from events around the world

Hakodate's chamber of commerce says it has added 500 more umbrellas to the depleted stands.

The driver lost control of the bus carrying 46 passengers and crashed into a rock in the opposite lane

Hana Ali, one of the boxer's nine children, shared an image of her father

If approved, it will join other newly announced elements: moscovium, tennessine and oganesson.

Experts say most illegal ivory heads for China. The country accounts for as much as 70 percent of global demand.

A car packed with explosive blew up in Baghdad al-Jadeeda killing at least 15 people and wounding over 50

A family living in northern Finland shares their experience of fasting where the sun only sets for 55 minutes

By late 1960s, Ali’s unforgivably blackness helped him emerge as a transcendent and global figure of black liberation.

The findings could improve clinical trials for testing and developing new AML drugs

The move will let developers advertise wares in search results, give developers bigger revenues on subscription apps

In a ceremony in Siberia Irkut Corporation rolled out its new MC-21 passenger plane which is undergoing still testing

Police confronted the man, reported missing from a psychiatric centre, after being alerted by staff

Suspect tried to flee but was apprehended by off-duty Deputy Jonathan Behnen, who was in the parking lot

Underwater photographer Tim Samuel came across the little creature trapped inside the only slightly larger jellyfish

Sanders has refused to concede defeat, and vowed to "continue the fight" for the nomination

The chicks will go to rural areas in two dozen developing countries from Burkina Faso to Bolivia

The move would affect 83,000 Palestinians granted permission to visit relatives and holy sites, says statement

By analysing queries, scientists may be able to identify internet users who are suffering from pancreatic cancer

According to Afghan officials, Sirajuddin Khadmi provided logistic support to militants; Taliban deny leader's death

India seeks to send weapons the other way in order to shore up partners' defenses and boost revenues

Switzerland also agreed this week to support India's bid for membership made last month

Almost nine people were shot in the attack

Two police cars were dispatched to the scene and it took five officers and the shepherd 30-45 minutes

Decision comes after recent incident in which a local media company flew a drone over the presidential palace in Kabul

Indian PM addresses joint meeting of US Senate and House of Representatives

Hillary declared herself the Democratic Party nominee on Tuesday evening after winning the New Jersey primary

Russian tennis star tested positive for meldonium during January's Australian Open

Over the next 12 months, MEP's will grill officials and executives over any connections to Mossack Fonseca

The Taliban have stepped up attacks after announcing Haibatullah Akhundzada as their new leader on May 25

Lawyer told Mumbai's highest court Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) had demanded 13 cuts to "Udta Punjab"

"He should come to the mosque and check it. Are they teaching terrorism? He should come and study Islam"

India is in the grip of its worst water crisis in years, with 330 million people suffering from drought

Berlin authorities fear that private holiday lets are fuelling property prices as investors snap up apartments

First day of Ramazan around the world in pictures

'Next Tuesday we continue the fight in the last primary in Washington DC' Sanders

Tourism is a key source of revenue for Thailand, but accidents involving travellers are common

Jeremy Corbyn, among others, asked govt to extend deadline if problem not resolved

Since signing the nuclear deal with Iran, comparison between Obama and Carter have became more widespread

We look at 13 images from events around the world

Several people were injured and ambulances were dispatched to the scene after the powerful explosion

The aircraft is scheduled to come into service in late 2018

The temporary honour can be seen near Madison Square Garden, where some of Ali's greatest fights took place

Sources say, no explosives were found on the plane which was carrying 118 passengers

Gary Byrne has also criticised Clinton's “appalling leadership style”

The measure is aimed at preventing cyber attacks as well as the spread of malware to govt networks

Police arrest three donors including a couple who sold their kidneys for a combined INR700,000 to pay off a loan

Trudeau expresses gratitude for invaluable contributions of the Muslim community in Canada

Ambassador Jalil Abbas Jilani will be attending legendary boxer Muhammad Ali’s funeral on Friday