Australia's first-ever Michelin stars go to 11 restaurants in one state
All of the spots are in South Australia, reportedly because the state government paid for incognito inspectors to visit.
Category: Asia
India's 'cockroach' leaders jailed after holding protest
The youth leaders were sent to custody on charges of trespassing at Jantar Mantar, a now denotified protest site.
Saudi Arabia overturns death sentence for man over Facebook comment, Sri Lanka says
Anojan Sivarasa’s case sent shockwaves through Sri Lanka, spurring diplomatic efforts to seek clemency.
Watch: Hong Kong crowds queue to see Van Gogh painting unveiled for first time in 60 years
Châtaigniers en fleurs, also known as Chestnut Trees in Blossom, is expected to receive record bids at auction this weekend.
Pakistan has locked down Imran Khan's stronghold – but it could backfire
Some fear the government’s standoff with the former PM’s supporters could bring more instability, not less.
'I'd talk to the TV': The paid companions bringing warmth to China's lonely
As loneliness grows in China, a new industry is emerging to provide companionship and support.
BBC FM radio transmissions suspended in Afghanistan
BBC programming is still reaching audiences on shortwave, medium wave, via satellite and online.
Eight injured in South Korea knife attack
Using knives strapped to his hands, a man reportedly stabbed several people at a shopping centre in Incheon.
India 'cockroach' leaders detained after entering barricaded protest site
Protesters climbed over barricades in central Delhi to demand the election chief resign over revised voter lists.
Boardroom feud tests trusted Indian business empire
The dispute raises questions about the Indian conglomerate’s governance, succession plans and future.