At least 19 people die in continuing violence in Syria, activists say, as the Arab League announces plans to meet again to discuss to crisis.

Lady Gaga dominates the MTV Europe Music Awards, collecting four prizes including best song, best video, and best female artist.

Oil giant BP fails in its attempt to sell off its Argentinian assets.

Evidence is emerging of unregulated and probably illegal fishing for the lucrative and endangered bluefin tuna in Libyan waters this year, with EU vessels suspected.

Six men locked away in steel tubes for a year-and-a-half to simulate a mission to Mars have emerged from isolation.

Japan's coast guard detains the skipper of a Chinese fishing boat accusing him of refusing to stop for an inspection.

Days of rioting in Papua New Guinea's industrial centre of Lae leaves two people dead, as the prime minister threatens to impose a state of emergency.

More districts of the Thai capital Bangkok are told to evacuate, as floodwater continues to cause havoc in many areas of the city.