Germany's biggest Catholic-owned publishing house has been rocked by disclosures that it has been selling thousands of pornographic novels.

Female members of the Royal Family are to be given equality with men in the rules of succession.

Once a dusty desert town, Mecca now soars above its surroundings with a glittering array of skyscrapers and luxury hotels.

Every now and then, Ramadan celebrations are marred by bickering between competing Islamic authorities over when Eid starts.