Germany follows France in banning British tourists and business travellers over Omicron concerns.

Only candidates deemed to be "patriots" by Beijing can stand in the legislative council election.

Nearly 28,000 people have now crossed from France to England in small boats this year.

The shadowy Russian mercenary group, allegedly linked to the Kremlin, has been accused of rights abuses.

Non-essential shops, schools, bars and other public venues have been closed until at least 14 January.

New Zealand heavyweight Joseph Parker secures a brilliant points win over Britain's Derek Chisora in a thrilling fight at the AO Arena in Manchester.

Lord Rogers, who has died aged 88, designed the Millennium Dome and the Pompidou Centre.

Demonstrations around the country demand an end to military rule, following a coup in October.