A man who fled Venezuela with his pet squirrel, travelling thousands of miles together and living in a tent in Mexico for months, is now facing having to say goodbye as it is unlikely the animal will be allowed across the US border.

A prominent Uyghur scholar specializing in the study of her people’s folklore and traditions has been sentenced to life in prison, according to a U.S.-based foundation that works on human rights cases in China.

Authorities in the Philippines are investigating an airport security officer who was caught on video swallowing $300 in bills allegedly stolen from a departing Chinese passenger.

Spain’s world champions and their Swedish opponents on Friday held up a banner with the slogan ‘It’s over’ in protest over the sexism scandal, which has engulfed the Spanish football federation.