Crowds of Egyptian Coptic Christians are holding a second all-night vigil to mourn the death of their spiritual leader Pope Shenouda III.

Indonesian police say thay have shot dead five militants suspected of planning a series of attacks on Bali island.

McLaren's Jenson Button dominates the Australian Grand Prix as Lewis Hamilton finishes third behind Sebastian Vettel.

A heavy firefight is reported to have broken out in the Syrian capital Damascus between rebels of the Free Syrian Army and forces loyal to President Bashar al-Assad.

International Monetary Fund (IMF) head Christine Lagarde says China must stop its economy being too dependent on exports and investment.

India's Railway Minister Dinesh Trivedi has resigned after his party protested against his decision to increase passenger fares.

One of Australia's most photographed and recognisable landmarks, the Sydney Harbour Bridge, is celebrating its 80th birthday.

US Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney secures a comfortable win in Puerto Rico's primary, as campaigning turns to Tuesday's crucial battle in Illinois state.