One of the famous vehicles is being refitted as a frontline clinic on wheels, following a request by the late pontiff.
Category: World
Ancient Indian skeleton still waiting for home
The find could shed light on how Indians lived 1,000 years ago – but is without a museum because of red tape.
Mexican mayor arrested over alleged links to cartel training camp
The mayor of Teuchitlán is suspected of colluding with the New Generation Jalisco Cartel, which he denies.
Israel security cabinet approves plan to ‘capture’ Gaza, official says
The Israeli military has called up tens of thousands of reservists, saying it is aiming to increase pressure on Hamas.
Watch: How Lady Gaga’s record-breaking concert almost ended in disaster
A large-scale bomb attack was thwarted by police before Gaga’s first concert in Brazil since 2012.
Colombia’s wind farms bring promise and pain for indigenous group
The South American country is turning to wind power, but some local people are unhappy.
Long-distance romance and closure from husband’s death – your memories of Skype
As Microsoft shuts it down, we’ve spoken to people whose lives were impacted by the tools.
When is Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ trial and what is he charged with?
The rap mogul denies sex trafficking and racketeering charges, plus dozens of other lawsuits alleging abuse.
Custom fireworks and standby firefighters: How the Vatican makes its smoke signal
Experts say the process requires “two custom fireworks”, smoke test rehearsals and Vatican firefighters on standby.
NZ airport to remove Hobbit-themed eagle sculptures
For more than a decade, the giant eagles have cast a watchful eye over visitors at Wellington Airport.