Messi marries partner in 'wedding of the century'

Football superstar Lionel Messi has married his childhood sweetheart in a ceremony described as the "wedding of the century". http://ift.tt/2tuiOyd

Protests in Hong Kong as new leader sworn in

China's President has sworn in Hong Kong's new leader amid scuffles between pro-democracy and pro-Beijing protesters, as the former British colony marks the 20th anniversary of its handover to Chinese rule. http://ift.tt/2tvuOPs

Inside US bunker that could launch nuclear war

It seems other worldly from the start. Wild bison littered across rugged prairies, staking their claim to the foothills of the majestic Rocky Mountains, framed by vast, brooding skies. It's a prelude to what will soon feel like another universe. http://ift.tt/2t0tZ0J

Trump declares end to 'patience' with N Korea

Donald Trump has declared the end to an "era of strategic patience" with North Korea as he vowed to defend the US and its allies against Pyongyang. http://ift.tt/2svrboE

'Multiple people' shot in New York hospital

Multiple people have been shot in a hospital in New York City, police have said. http://ift.tt/2tuCNwr

Plane crashes on motorway yards from airport

Two people were hurt after a small plane crashed on a motorway near an airport close to Los Angeles in southern California. http://ift.tt/2sa0u9D

Mosul battle almost over but fighting still fierce

The fighting in Mosul may almost be at an end, but it certainly is not yet. http://ift.tt/2sZFnJV

TV hosts hit back at 'unmoored' Trump

A pair of TV hosts have questioned Donald Trump's mental state after the US President targeted them on Twitter. http://ift.tt/2u7cZnI

Donald Trump drops three diplomatic clangers

President Trump has once again complicated the Qatar crisis. http://ift.tt/2t9oFGC

Marine Le Pen charged over EU funds scandal

Marine Le Pen has been charged over claims her far-right party illegally claimed millions of euros from the European Parliament, her lawyer has said. http://ift.tt/2u6yl4V

Japan plans to put man on the Moon by 2030

Japan has announced plans to send an astronaut to the Moon by 2030, as part of a new strategy for space travel in the country. http://ift.tt/2s9hQUf

'Time-bomb' crossbow toy banned in China

A mini crossbow popular with children in China has been banned by the authorities after it emerged it could fire nails and needles. http://ift.tt/2tt7ylr

Germany votes to legalise same-sex marriage

German politicians have voted to legalise same-sex marriage - a move opposed by Chancellor Angela Merkel. http://ift.tt/2stBj1l

Vietnamese blogger jailed for criticising government

One of Vietnam's most prominent bloggers has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for criticising the government. http://ift.tt/2u5Ne7z

Former bosses on trial over Fukushima disaster

Three former executives at Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) have gone on trial facing charges relating to the 2011 Fukushima disaster. http://ift.tt/2twETfV

Sarin gas confirmed in Syria attack

The global chemical weapons watchdog has concluded that sarin gas was used in an attack in Syria in April which killed more than 90 people. http://ift.tt/2u574Q4

Activists held before Hong Kong anniversary

Protests are planned and heavy security is in place ahead of the 20th anniversary of Hong Kong's handover from British rule. http://ift.tt/2s7mZw5

Venus Williams blamed by police for fatal crash

Venus Williams is being investigated amid claims she was involved in a car crash which led to the death of a driver. http://ift.tt/2s7mYbv

Only painting of worst maritime disaster on show

The sinking of the Lancastria during WWII remains Britain's worst maritime disaster. http://ift.tt/2u4w0Y1

Trump's revised travel ban takes effect

New visa criteria for entering the United States from six mainly Muslim nations, have come into force - meaning only those with close family or business ties are exempt from the travel ban. http://ift.tt/2trVBMz

Trump's Twitter tirade against TV presenter

President Donald Trump has attacked the television host Mika Brzezinski in a blistering and vulgar fashion. http://ift.tt/2uocjd7

Five men found guilty of Boris Nemtsov murder

Five men have been found guilty of killing Russian opposition politician Boris Nemtsov. http://ift.tt/2toixga

Iraqi PM declares 'end of IS caliphate'

The Iraqi Prime Minister has declared the "end of the IS caliphate" after the recapture of the al-Nuri mosque in Mosul. http://ift.tt/2slddub

Russia mocks UK ship as 'convenient target'

Russia has mocked the UK's new aircraft carrier in retaliation for "arrogant" comments made by the Defence Secretary. http://ift.tt/2to5N9s

Xi Jinping arrives in Hong Kong for anniversary

Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in Hong Kong to mark 20 years since the handover of British rule to China. http://ift.tt/2skH3Pq

French general 'used fighter jet' at weekends

The acting chief of the French air force has been accused of using a fighter jet to commute home at weekends. http://ift.tt/2skqmny

Woman 'shot boyfriend in failed YouTube stunt'

A woman has been charged with manslaughter after she allegedly shot her boyfriend dead when a YouTube stunt apparently went wrong. http://ift.tt/2tmTkTi

Pope's finance chief faces sex abuse charges

The Pope's chief financial adviser has become the most senior Catholic official to be charged over the church's sexual abuse scandal. http://ift.tt/2tn4xTv

France plans new cladding law after Grenfell

France's top building fire safety adviser has told Sky News the country is planning a new law on cladding for tower blocks following the Grenfell disaster. http://ift.tt/2tqRQb2

iPhone celebrates its 10th anniversary

It's hard to imagine the world without smartphones as today marks the iPhone's 10th anniversary. http://ift.tt/2t2BFhk

US demands airlines tighten up security

The US is calling for airlines around the world to beef up security on international flights bound for the United States. http://ift.tt/2tmhZap

Action film star in Venezuela helicopter attack

A police officer who flew a helicopter over Venezuelan government buildings firing shots and throwing grenades has been identified as the star of a 2015 action movie. http://ift.tt/2tYUYbp

Latest cyberattack 'more sophisticated'

The second cyberattack in as many months that struck systems around the world was more sophisticated than the first one and is still spreading, Europol has said. http://ift.tt/2tYTU78

North Korea threatens South's ex-president

North Korea has threatened to "impose the death penalty" on the South's former president after claiming Park Geun-Hye was involved in a plot to assassinate Kim Jong-Un. http://ift.tt/2shAxJx

Pop stars hit back after Halsey comments

Pop stars Iggy Azalea and Demi Lovato have both hit back at singer Halsey after she accused them of racial and sexual bias. http://ift.tt/2s23uVr

Model forced to hand over $8m worth of jewellery

Supermodel Miranda Kerr has been forced to hand over $8m (£6m) worth of jewellery associated with a high-profile corruption case. http://ift.tt/2tkQgHg

Flu patch could provide alternative to needle

People with a fear of needles could be about to get a pain-free alternative to the traditional flu jab. http://ift.tt/2slEyYB

Zuckerberg: Facebook can be your church

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has suggested Facebook is able to offer a sense of community, filling the gap left by falling church membership. http://ift.tt/2sZPME5

Dragon Tattoo actor Michael Nyqvist dies

Actor Michael Nyqvist, who starred in the original film version of Stieg Larsson's The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo, has died aged 56. http://ift.tt/2tiOmqH

Cholera breaks out in IS-Philippines war zone

The first cases of cholera have been recorded in emergency shelters for families fleeing the conflict in the southern Philippines city of Marawi. http://ift.tt/2sPfHj2

Trump's bid to replace Obamacare dealt blow

Donald Trump has suffered an embarrassing setback on a key campaign pledge after Senate majority leader Mitch McConnell delayed a vote on his legislation to repeal the Affordable Care Act. http://ift.tt/2seKCa0

Woman spared jail after helping refugee lover to UK

A former Front National supporter has been spared punishment after helping her lover, an Iranian refugee, cross into Britain. http://ift.tt/2sewbCF

'Activity' at site where Syria launched gas attack

The Pentagon has released details to back up its allegation that Syria's government is planning another chemical attack. http://ift.tt/2sOmxpm

Qatar accuses neighbours of terror hypocrisy

Qatar has stepped up its war of words with regional rivals as the crisis surrounding its isolation shows no sign of resolution three weeks on. http://ift.tt/2siV4IC

What is Petrwrap virus behind cyberattack?

The latest global ransomware virus has spread fast after initially affecting computer systems in Ukraine, but how exactly does it work? http://ift.tt/2sNx43P

Jury weighs verdicts in Putin critic murder trial

The jury in the trial of five men accused of organising and carrying out the contract killing of Russian opposition leader Boris Nemtsov have started deliberations on their verdicts. http://ift.tt/2tgB0e9

IMF strips Trump investment plan from forecast

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised down its forecasts for US economic growth, accounting for the Trump administration's failure to launch its promised stimulus. http://ift.tt/2tRJ2b8

Dutch 30% responsible for Srebrenica deaths

A Dutch appeals court has ruled that the Netherlands was partly to blame for the deaths of more than 300 Muslim men in the Srebrenica genocide of 1995. http://ift.tt/2tgrV5j

Faulty airbags are 'bombs waiting to explode'

A lawyer representing a woman who was seriously injured by a faulty Takata airbag has described them as "bombs waiting to explode". http://ift.tt/2udhMDl

Ukraine crippled by major cyberattack

Ukraine has been hit by a major cyberattack, which has taken down the government's website, banks and an electricity firm. http://ift.tt/2sWTqOT