The boat was attempting to cross to the UK when its engine caught fire, according to French authorities.

Some offenders will be barred from the scheme, but those guilty of manslaughter may be eligible, leaving PC Harper's family "devastated".

Sharif Ahmadzai, from Afghanistan, is expected to appear in court in Athens on Wednesday.

Fifa's chief of global football development Arsene Wenger says the decision to scrap the plan to have private investment in Fifa competitions was "absolutely necessary".

More than 148,000 learners across the country received their results as details of this year's pass rates were published.

A president used to bending US politics to his will faces two stinging losses in a matter of days, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher.

The bodies - belonging to members of two extended families - have only recently been recovered from under rubble in Gaza City.

Sean Carrington says he is more bothered about England not winning than about his tattoo.

Higher oil prices boost the energy giant's results while environmental groups accuse it of profiteering.

A group of teenagers make a film describing their experiences, ahead of changes to the curriculum.