Global celebrations of Jackson's brilliant but troubled life kicked off with the unveiling of a memorial in London yesterday.

An encounter with a corrupt border guard almost sees the 51st Traverse team stranded in no man's land.

Kyrgyzstan's Government is demanding that Britain extradite the man they say is responsible for stoking vicious riots.

A so-called 'honour killing' has stunned India's capital.

Despite warnings of bandits, corrupt police and endless forests, the 51st Traverse team make good progress through Russia.

The central Asian state of Kyrgyzstan is in chaos again after bloody riots.

The temples at Ayutthaya - one of UNESCO's world heritage sites - offer a treasured glimpse into Thailand's glorious past.

Anti-whaling group Sea Shepherd banning NZ activist Pete Bethune has caused bemusement in Japan ahead of his last day of trial in Tokyo today.

Up until now I have never managed to be in Bangkok when the Chatuchak Weekend Market is in full swing.

Sea Shepherd banned Kiwi anti-whaling activist Pete Bethune from future protests in an effort to help him avoid jail time.

Pete Bethune is axed from future Sea Shepherd anti-whaling protests for having a bow and arrows on board the sunken Ady Gil.

Indonesian cuisine presents a feast of flavours as diverse as its history.

Eco-tourism in Vietnam is often promoted by companies who either by ignorance or outright unscrupulousness do not adhere to the ethics that would constitute viable eco-tourism projects.

Soo Bool Sunim smiles broadly and asks: "Can you see your own eyes?"

Did the banks give F&P a rough ride?

The BBC is hoping to combat "sensationalist" and "biased" reporting by launching a TV news service in Pakistan.