North Korea has fired three short-range missiles from its east coast, according to the South's defence ministry.

Jewellery worth more than $1m (£660,000) has been stolen from a hotel before it could be given to stars attending the Cannes Film Festival.

Afghanistan's parliament has blocked a law banning violence against women in what is being seen as a serious blow to the progress of women's rights.

A British tourist has drowned in front of his wife while swimming in rough seas on a holiday in Italy.