China is feting African leaders at a summit in Beijing aimed at strengthening ties.
The film director was honoured just days before the release of his latest movie, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.
Nigeria has failed to arrange a state funeral for Taiwo Michael Akinkunmi, designer of the national flag.
The former Prime Minister says today's political mood is "more anxious" than when he came to power.
The BBC hears from people who work full-time over four days with mixed views on the pros and cons.
Susan Axelby has received £57,000 after developing a cancer linked to a type of breast implant.
This will take the full state pension for men who have retired since 1951 and women since 1953 to around £12,000 in 2025/26.
Post-summer life admin leaves some exposed to scams, campaigners say, as fraud and fears grow.
The husband and wife, who were targeted by a neighbour, say they are not surprised by the recent race attacks.
