New 3D printing process enables the blind to 'see' classic works of art
The process transforms paintings like Leonardo Da Vinci's Mona Lisa into a tactile object.
Syria: Devastating aftermath of helicopter barrel bombs and Russian air strikes caught on video
Footage also shows rescue workers assisting people who were trapped in debris following an air strike.
New Year's Eve: London steps up security ahead of celebrations
Britain is on its second highest alert level of "severe".
Claudio Ranieri: Leicester City boss says draw with Manchester City is 'right' result
Leicester City go level on points with leaders Arsenal after drawing 0-0 with title rivals Manchester City.
New York University student creates True Love Tinder Robot to help people find true love
An NYU graduate has created a device using biometric sensors that helps people find partners.
Brexit: David Cameron will make bid to renegotiate terms of Britain's membership
European Union seeking a deal that will provide a way out of question over future of Britain's membership
New giant panda cub Bei Bei makes media debut
The cub was born in August in the National Zoo in Washington DC.
Baltimore: Night protests erupt after Freddie Gray mistrial declared
The judge dismissed the jury in the involuntary manslaughter trial of Officer William Porter.
China mine blast: Rescuers say little chance of survival for 19 trapped miners
Over 30 of the miners managed to escape after the accident.
Star Wars: The Force Awakens cast and crew react to early positive reviews
The seventh episode of the popular sci-fi saga won over fans globally.
Fed lift off: US Federal Reserve chair Janet Yellen says don't 'overblow' recent rate rise
Yellen says the increase reflects the Federal Reserve's confidence in the US economy.
David Cameron: Donald Trump visiting Britain would 'unite' country against him
Cameron rejected a call from opposition MPs to ban the American Billionaire from entering Britain.
Tennis news: Andy Murray targets Rio Olympics gold after a positive 2015
The world number two is in Dubai for the International Premier Tennis League.
Japan: Police fight illegal drones with more drones
Country has put into effect new laws to restrict drone use.
Georgia, USA: Two aboard small plane survive house landing
The plane was flying from Jacksonville, Florida to South Carolina when it began experiencing mechanical problems.
Australia: Surfing Santas set world record
Over 300 surfers dressed up in Santa Claus costumes to ride the waves.
Speedo unveils Fastskin swimsuit for Rio 2016 Olympics
Speedo's stable of athletes have accounted for 78 Olympic medals and 17 world records.
Sports Illustrated sportsperson of the year 2015: Serena Williams and Jack Nicklaus honoured at dinner
Williams is first woman to be recognised with sportsperson of the year honour as an individual since 1983.
Tim Peake: British astronaut welcomed aboard ISS
British astronaut Peake starts his six-month mission on the International Space Station.
Sydney storm photos: City hit by tornado, floods and hailstones as big as cricket balls
Sydney was struck by a rare tornado, bringing down walls, trees and power lines and ripping off roofs.
Hillary Clinton outlines multi-point plan to take on Isis
Proposals include a broader target for air strikes in Syria and tighter gun-control laws.
Costa Rica: Dramatic footage shows plastic fork removed from sea turtle's nose
After the fork was removed, the turtle paused for a few moments but then quickly began to move back to the ocean.
Shaker Aamer: Former Guantanamo Bay inmate describes torture methods
Aamer was never charged with any crime in 13 years of detention.
Mexico: Video shows Colima volcano spewing ash and smoke in a triple eruption
The first explosion took place before sunrise, followed by two blasts at 8.06am and 11.41am local time.
Tim Peake: Watch British astronaut blast off to the International Space Station
Peake successfully launched into space at 11.03am with fellow astronauts Tim Kopra and Yuri Malenchenko.
Yemen: Over 2.3m people forced to flee homes due to civil war
More than 2.3m Yemenis are now displaced, according to the latest United Nations figures.
Roger Federer aiming for three Olympic medals at Rio 2016
The Swiss tennis champion also said he has no plans to retire soon.
Leicester City boss Claudio Ranieri describes Jamie Vardy and Riyad Mahrez as 'priceless'
Foxes returned to the top of the table with a convincing 2-1 win over Chelsea.
Scotland: Forth Road Bridge repairs captured on video by drone camera
The video shows workers hanging from large sections of the bridge and making repairs on support sections.
Star Wars 7: Fans react after world premiere of The Force Awakens
Star Wars: The Force Awakens' had its world premiere in Los Angeles on 14 December.
