Three in five British adults say miracles are possible

A survey commissioned for BBC Local Radio also suggests 43% of UK adults have prayed for a miracle.

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Protesters throw paint at police in Barcelona

Several people were injured as those for and against Catalan independence clashed in the city.

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Ryder Cup: Europe lead United States 10-6 after day two at Le Golf National

Europe need 4½ points to win the Ryder Cup after opening up a 10-6 lead over the United States at Le Golf National on day two in France.

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Cambridge University completes restoration of gatehouse

A faded gatehouse which dates back to the 16th Century is given a makeover.

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The Papers: 'Boris vs May' and 'disgraceful' data breach

The papers focus on the Conservative Party's division and announcements, ahead of its conference.

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Special words that don't exist in English (yet)

Some languages have words and phrases that English speakers never knew they needed.

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The rise of retro filmmaking and resurgence of Super 8

Super 8 enjoys a huge resurgence as filmmakers ditch digital in favour of the original film format.

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Why are Hong Kong domestic workers practising their dance moves?

Why a domestic worker in Hong Kong takes part in beauty contests

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When refugees first discover the Internet

Uganda has been praised for its progressive policies on refugees. Now a new program at one camp there is introducing refugees to something you may take for granted: The Internet.

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The World in Pictures

Some of the best images from the past week taken by Reuters photographers across the globe.

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Syrian rebels build new 'town' at Turkish border

Syrian rebels forced from their towns when government forces retook eastern Ghouta near Damascus are starting over in the far north, aiming to build hundreds of homes for displaced fighters and civilians on opposition-held land near the Turkish border.

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Major Indonesia quake, tsunami kills hundreds

Authorities say that at least 384 people have been killed in two earthquakes that hit the Indonesian island of Sulawesi and the massive tsunami that followed, pulling cars and buildings in its wake.

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Major Indonesia quake, tsunami kills at least 384

Hundreds of people have been killed in Indonesia after a major earthquake and tsunami devastated the island of Sulawesi.

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China downplays U.S. trade tensions

The Chinese government's top diplomat Wang Yi said on Friday there was no cause for concern or panic over trade friction between Beijing and Washington, adding that China follows a path to "peaceful" development. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump hasn't considered Kavanaugh replacement

President Donald Trump said on Friday he had not thought "even a little bit" about alternatives if the Senate does not approve his nominee for the U.S. Supreme Court, Brett Kavanaugh. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Flake explains decision for delaying Kavanaugh vote

After a dramatic Senate Judiciary Committee panel vote to recommend Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh to the full Senate pending an FBI investigation, moderate Republican Senator Jeff Flake says he used a promised 'yes' vote as way to buy time. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Facebook drops after security breach

Shares of Facebook dropped after the company said it had discovered a security issue affecting about 50 million user accounts. Fred Katayama reports.

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'What?' Senators befuddled as vote proceeds

A hot mic captures commotion and confusion after a Senate panel voted 11 to 10 on Friday to recommend Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh to the full senate, after Senator Jeff Flake called for a delay pending an FBI investigation. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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