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From Paris to London, city officials are limiting hours of holiday illumination.

Alphonso Davies scores Canada's first ever World Cup goal, but it does not prevent an early exit from the tournament.

Many who gathered at a youth centre in Brussels said Morocco's victory over Belgium shows the team is there to win.

Fans of the Atlas Lions say nothing is impossible after their team beat one of the World Cup favourites.

Alphonso Davies gave Canada a second-minute lead, but Croatia fought back to win 4-1 and move top of World Cup Group F.

Two second-half goals give Morocco a first win at a World Cup in 24 years, sending their raucous fans into delirium.

At the global plastics treaty talks, we, the people, need to speak louder than the plastic-addicted corporations.

Roared on by a sea of red and green in the stands, Morocco hold on for only their third ever World Cup win.

Japan gave Costa Rica a surprise 1-0 win in a match in which they had barely any chances.

The East African nation has so far recorded 141 infections since the outbreak was declared on September 20.

Keysher Fuller's goal made the difference between the two sides.

Predators and fraudsters are exploiting vulnerable unemployed Nigerians, and the costs are sometimes deadly.

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 277th day, we take a look at the main developments.

Klinsmann suggested Iranians have a disposition to cheat, BBC pundits agreed a European referee would make a difference.

Young activists in Greece take on systemic inequality, xenophobia and the far right.

New research shows that right-leaning media outlets tend to be more negative and angry. But the left peddles fear, too.

Complex rescue effort hampered by rain and high winds, which also delayed ferries bringing reinforcements.

The Dayton Accords made Bosnia a dysfunctional state. Ukraine should resist pressure for a similar flawed peace deal.

About 45,000 babies born by surrogate Russian mothers have been taken abroad in the past few years, lawmaker says.

The kingdom's unique football culture makes its presence felt in the global football tournament.

Snow is expected to hit the Ukrainian capital on Sunday and will continue until midweeks with freezing temperatures.

In the Belgian capital, some residents of Moroccan heritage say it is 'hard to choose' a side in the upcoming match.

He turned up, he led, he scored. And Argentina survived and stayed in the World Cup.

Some protesters called for Xi Jinping to step down as anger mounts in China over restrictive 'zero-COVID' policies.

Two of Europe's top teams battle it out in Group E.

Croatia and Canada look to get their World Cup campaigns started after frustrating results in their opening games.

Morocco will have been encouraged by the Red Devils' lacklustre display against Canada on Wednesday.

Japan could seal their spot in the Round of 16 if they defeat Costa Rica, who lost 7-0 to Spain in their first game.

See what is in store for Japan vs Costa Rica, Belgium vs Morocco, Croatia vs Canada, and Spain vs Germany in Qatar.

Kim Jong Un promotes scientists and soldiers involved in the test launch of N Korea's largest missile, the Hwasong-17.

France beats Denmark, Argentina defeats Mexico, Poland wins over Saudi Arabia, and an Australian victory over Tunisia.

Lionel Messi delivered a crucial goal for Argentina in a 2-0 win over Mexico that ignited the team’s World Cup chances.

White House Deputy Press Secretary Andrew Bates said bigotry, hate, and anti-Semitism have no place in United States.

Iran's Supreme Leader praises security forces who have cracked down on protesters.

The easing of sanctions comes after the Maduro government and the opposition signed accord to set up a UN-mandated fund.

Lionel Messi opened the scoring against Mexico with a wonderful goal from range, as Argentina earned a 2-0 victory.

FIFA said it will investigate after image of the flag showing Kosovo as part of Serbia was hung in team's dressing room.

A dozen people are missing, buildings destroyed and vehicles damaged in a disaster caused by heavy rains.

Fans say that with the economic and security issues they face at home, football is a 'stress reliever'.

France become the first team to book a spot in the World Cup knockout stage with a 2-1 victory in a lively encounter.

Imran Khan also announced his party will resign from provincial assemblies in first rally since assassination attempt.

Concerns about threats from rival China took a backseat to more local issues in the elections.

Kylian Mbappe scores twice as France become the first team to qualify for the Round of 16 in Qatar

Belgrade's neutral position on the war in Ukraine is becoming increasingly untenable.

Robert Lewandowski scored his first World Cup goal in Poland's victory against Gulf state.

The election, expected to cost $600m, comes amid ongoing violence by M23 rebels in the restive eastern region.

The armed group was warned that if they did not cease fire after the deadline, force would be used to push them out.

Robert Lewandowski scores first World Cup goal to add gloss to Poland's victory.

Former right-hand man to the ex-president was a key figure in post-electoral violence that swept the country in 2010-11.