Astrolabes have been in use since ancient times and the mariners' version was developed by Portuguese explorers

The man remains in a critical condition with serious burns after self-immolating

This is eighth time Russia has used veto power at the Security Council to block action targeting its Syrian ally

Since it was discovered by chance in 1998 the man-made mound has been scarred by bulldozers more than once

Statement is the most direct attack by a top official on country's influential religious establishment

Prince Mohamed announced a massive tourism project to turn 50 islands on the Red Sea into luxury resorts

Real Madrid president believes Tottenham Hotspur striker is a magnificent player

Prohibition gives rise to new problems for India's poorest

Heavyweights will face each other twice in four days

'This is a test of democracy,' said senior FDC official