Indonesia: Jakarta's red-light district is demolished while sex workers forced to train for new jobs
Bulldozers have arrived at the Kalijodo neighbourhood to knock down dozens of homes and sex-orientated businesses.
Oscars 2016 Governors Ball: After-party bash where award-winners get their trophies engraved
Leonardo DiCaprio, Brie Larson, Sam Smith and Mark Rylance were among those who attended
Thailand: Tiger Temple under investigation after reports of wildlife trafficking and illegal breeding
Some of the tigers have already been removed, after it was heard that the temple mistreats them.
Iran elections 2016: People vote for parliament and Assembly of Experts at crucial point for country
The elections have come at a time of growing rivalry between reformists and conservatives.
Greece: Refugees transferred to relocation camp after Austria tightens its border controls
There are now approximately 20,000 refugees stranded in Greece, in what Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras described as a 'warehouse of souls'.
Irish election: Remote islanders cast votes a day early as politicians make final appeal in Dublin
Irish politicians are making their final bids for support ahead of the 2016 Ireland general election.
Guantanamo Bay: Photos of life inside notorious Cuban prison while Barack Obama fights for closure
Guantanamo Bay was opened with the intention to detain extraordinary, dangerous people, to integrate them in an optimal setting and to prosecute them for war crimes.
Belly Button Art: Bacteria portraiture in petri dishes goes on display
Joana Ricou's 'Other Self Portraits' focuses on the idea that there are parts of our bodies which are actually not human.
Libya: Benghazi celebrates after government forces seize control of areas once controlled by Islamic militants
Benghazi has seen some of the worst violence in the conflict that has plagued Libya.
Calais: Refugees in Jungle Camp despair at government plans to bulldoze community they built
Calais officials want to demolish half the camp, with alternative housing in form of shipping containers.
Purple Reign: The Queen visits Bond Street station as Crossrail is renamed Elizabeth Line
Elizabeth Line will run for more than 60 miles from east to west, with a 13-mile underground stretch through London.
Underwater Photographer of the Year 2016: Breathtaking photos from under the sea
Judges Alex Mustard, Martin Edge and Peter Rowlands had the pleasure of going through the entries to select the winners
Macedonia closes border to Afghan refugees, leaving thousands stranded between it and Greece
Greece expects number of displaced people to soar as more refugees are left stranded between the countries.
India caste protests: Jat riots damage Munak canal, leaving millions in New Delhi without water
Delhi's Water Resource Minister warns the crisis will continue for a 'few more days' after riots which have killed 15
France: Enraged farmers remove foreign products off supermarket shelves in protest against cheap imports
French farmers have continued to carry out the demonstrations across the country, demanding government action to strengthen price rates.
Monterrey prison: Employees are arrested after deadliest drug gang riot in Mexico's history
Topo Chico prison employees are in preventive custody after being accused of homicide and abuse of authority.
Uganda election: Voters wait for hours amid claims delays are 'deliberate and favour Museveni'
EU election observer chief calls vote 'worrying' amid reports Kampala had yet to receive ballot boxes by 12pm
Big Ang in pictures: Mob Wives sensation Angela Raiola loses battle with cancer
Angela "Big Ang" Raiola has died aged 55, after a year-long battle with brain and lung cancer.
Ankara bomb blast: Photos show devastating aftermath of explosion in Turkish capital
The destruction targeted military personnel occurred metres away from the army's headquarters, the prime minister's office and parliament.
Singapore Airshow 2016: Flying squad perform extraordinary aerobatic performances
Aviation shows saw performances from the South Korean aerobatics team as well as the US and French airforces.
Turkey: Riot police fire tear gas as 3,000 protesters oppose gold and copper mine
Locals are worried that the new mine will ruin the Cerattepe
Mexico: Pope Francis urges gangland youth to shun gifts from drug lords
Pope delivers heart-warming speech at stadium rally in Morelia, one of Mexico's most violent cities.
Namibia: Amazing close-up photos of African wildlife in its natural habitat
In collaboration with WWF, Will Burrard-Lucas took incredible new camera-trap images of elephants, lions and hyenas.
Syria: Family of 18 beg for help in Damascus in the hope to solve their crisis
Family have no option to leave due to financial burdens they may face while fleeing the war-torn country
Myanmar: Thousands are left homeless as military destroys slum in Mingaladon
Officials told the newly homeless people they would receive compensation and be re-housed, but they are yet to receive help.
Indonesia: Illegal alcohol 'Oplosan' blinds and kills youths in Yogyakarta
Distilleries have created a cheap alcohol, as 26 deaths are recorded from drinking the fatal liquid
Iran: Crowds burn US and Israeli flags at Tehran rally to mark anniversary of Islamic revolution
The revolution led to the fall of the Shah of Iran and the return of the Ayatollah Khomeinei.
North Korea expels all South Korean workers from Kaesong industrial zone in 'declaration of war'
The South was ordered to exit the zone within hours and allowed to take only personal belongings.
The Burial of the Sardine: Spanish mourners carry mock fish during poignant funeral procession
Locals parade through the streets of Madrid to celebrate Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent.
US election 2016: The almost religious fervour of Donald Trump's most fanatical fans
After winning the New Hampshire primary election, we take a look at the fanatical fans of Donald Trump.