At least 24 people are killed in southern Italy when a coach plunges down a steep slope, according to Italian media.

Chief Colombian negotiator Humberto de la Calle says the Farc rebel group will be held to account for its violence, as peace talks resume.

China orders a nationwide audit of all government debt, underlining fears that the recent slowdown in its economy may impact the financial sector.

Cuban President Raul Castro says power is being gradually transferred to a younger generation, at the 60th anniversary of the start of the revolution.

Boeing requests airlines to carry out inspections of a transmitter used to locate aircraft after a crash.

A large funeral Mass is due to take place in the Spanish city of Santiago de Compostela, where a train crash last Wednesday claimed 79 lives.

South Korea formally proposes "final talks" on restarting operations at the joint Kaesong industrial zone, amid deadlock with North Korea.

Cambodia's opposition rejects the result of Sunday's election due to "serious irregularities", as Hun Sen claims victory with a reduced majority.