'No surprises' as results emerge in Russian parliamentary election

Preliminary results from Russia's elections suggest that the party backed by President Vladimir Putin, United Russia, will maintain its grip on parliament.

The outcome comes as no surprise, according to the BBC's Russia editor, Steve Rosenberg, who has been following the elections from Moscow.

The vote comes after more than four and a half years of war against Ukraine, a conflict which has seen huge battlefield losses for the Russian army and sparked economic hardship.

The only anti-war party, Yabloko, was removed the ballot in the run-up to polling day – although some candidates remained in some constituencies.

What famous scenes are in the epic Bayeux Tapestry?

The 70m (230ft) tapestry, which tells the story of the Norman Conquest and the Battle of Hastings in 1066, will be on display the British Museum.

Norway's 'grandfather': Late King Harald remembered as son Haakon takes the throne

Norwegians paid their respects to the late King Harld after his death on Friday morning.

A tornado has torn through the village of Pomas in south-west France, injuring 39 people and damaging hundreds of homes.

Moment tornado tears through southern France

The tornado has injured more than 40 people and destroyed homes in villages.

Why is Ukraine's ex-defence minister calling for wartime elections?

Mykhailo Fedorov has called for elections, without addressing concerns over how they could be held while at war.

Watch: Moment opposition MP throws eggs at Kosovo's acting PM

Lawmakers and police officers had to intervene after Alliance party MP Time Kadrijaj hurled at least four eggs towards Kosovo's acting prime minister Albin Kurti.

Watch: Moment passenger train crashes into trailer carrying straw bales

Railway authorities in Poland said the driver was intoxicated when he stopped his vehicle on the tracks as barriers closed.

Ukrainian vegetable seller targeted in 'human safari' drone attack

A video shows a Russian drone pursuing a street vendor in the Kherson region before exploding.

At the scene of deadly Moscow bomb blast

Three people have been killed and 21 injured after an explosive device detonated at an Italian restaurant, Russian media reports.

Fastest runner to cross the Alps says it was an incredible experience

Sophie Woods ran the Via Alpina through storms, heat of up to 37C and dodged floods and wildfires across eight countries.

Crowds line Amsterdam's canals for Pride boat parade

Costumed participants danced and waved from a colourful flotilla of 80 decorated vessels as they made their way through the city's waterways.

What triggered the mass migrant crossings into Ceuta?

An estimated 60,000 migrants from Morocco have crossed into Ceuta, with dozens dying during the journey.

Watch: Giant iceberg turns over near Greenland's coast

Video captured by a passerby showed the moment the iceberg collapsed, creating a big wave.

Watch: Strikes near Zelensky's hometown as hundred of drones launched

Eight people, including two boys and a girl, have died during a Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine, according to local officials.

Why is Ukraine rolling out the red carpet for a US far-right influencer?

Laura Loomer, Trump ally, MAGA influencer, and former Ukraine critic was granted extensive access to the country.

Drone footage shows burnt trees and scorched earth

Wildfire fight is 'David against Goliath' says French fire service, as new heatwave hits.

Watch: At the scene of Berlin Pride attack as manhunt continues

A 21-year-old suspect has been identified by police, but he has not been found.

'Upheaval' - French wildfire evacuations in the middle of the night

Workers at a care home in south-west France spoke about upheaval of evacuating the vulnerable.

Watch: Wildfires rage across Spain and France

Spain's government declares national emergency as French authorities order evacuations in tourist hot spot.

Watch: Louvre reopens gallery after jewellery heist

The Louvre Museum reopens its Apollo Gallery nine months after a robbery that shocked France.