Ukraine says it struck five ships carrying illegal cargo in the Sea of Azov and in coastal waters of Russian-occupied territories.

It is the third month in a row US jobs figures have beaten expectations.

He follows the late great Papa Wemba in becoming a knight of the National Order of the Leopard.

Only two survived after trekking more than 50km (30 miles) across the desert to alert the authorities.

A man suspected of murdering an 11-year-old girl had previously been identified as a potential child molester, records show.

Thomas Weir Pauken II, 50, knowingly worked with people employed by the Chinese government for years.

Handy, 81, is known for his roles in films including Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick.

Authorities said that a bear in north-east Japan has eluded capture by opening a window.

Ukraine's president tells the Russian leader that only "direct engagement" between the two countries could end the war, with the US focused on Iran.

Zeynab Javadli had not been in contact with any of her friends since Tuesday.