Even Al Qaeda Tried To Free Alan Henning

A filmmaker, who was involved in the early negotiations to free Alan Henning, has told Sky News how even al Qaeda thought holding him hostage was "not a good idea". The terrorist group sent a member to bargain with the Islamic State fighters holding...

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United Outrage Over Alan Henning Murder

Condemnation of Alan Henning's murder has been swift and fierce, with the Prime Minister calling the killing "repulsive" and Muslim leaders labelling it "despicable and offensive". David Cameron said the beheading shows "just how barbaric and repulsive...

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IS Beheadings Provoke 'Clash Of Civilizations'

Twenty one years ago American historian Samuel Huntingdon famously argued that the world was heading towards a "Clash of Civilizations" between Islam and the Christian democratic West. Some critics dismissed his argument as a fumbling towards a new...

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American Hostage's Parents Issue Video Plea

By Sky News US Team The parents of American hostage Abdul-Rahman Kassig, formerly known as Peter, have issued a video plea asking for his safe return. Mr Kassig appeared at the end of a clip posted online on Friday that showed the killing of British...

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Alan Henning's Family 'Numb With Grief'

The family of Alan Henning have paid tribute to a "decent, caring human being" after he was murdered by Islamic State (IS), saying they are devastated. In a statement they thanked those who campaigned for his release, saying they had comfort "knowing...

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Aids Pandemic From Kinshasa, Scientists Say

The Aids pandemic started in the city of Kinshasa - now the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo - in the 1920s, scientists have concluded. A "perfect storm" of population growth, a rampant sex trade and railways allowed HIV to spread, according...

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Untraceable 'Ghost Guns' Maker Sells Out

A device that can create untraceable "ghost guns" is completely legal in the US and has sold out within hours. Libertarian non-profit group Defense Distributed unveiled the Ghost Gunner on Wednesday - a computer-controlled milling machine which lets...

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Iraq: Fleeing IS Fighters Destroy Key Bridge

Islamic State fighters retreating from an attack by pro-government forces have blown up an important bridge in the Salaheddin province of the country, according to officials. The bridge was over a tributary of the River Tigris. "At 5:00 am, peshmerga...

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How Long Will China Tolerate Hong Kong Unrest?

The direction of Hong Kong's protests will now probably be determined by two factors: Beijing's patience and the protesters' continued cohesion. It's important to remember that neither side is looking for trouble. The protest leaders have made that...

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Hong Kong: Clashes Between Rival Groups

Protesters have said they are calling off talks with the government after clashes with hundreds of supporters of Chinese rule in Hong Kong. Police were forced to appeal to protesters to remain calm and return to their homes after tensions between...

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Japan Halts Rescue Mission Over Volcano Fears

A recovery operation to retrieve at least 24 bodies on Japan's second-highest volcano has been halted because of fears of another eruption. Troops, firefighters and police were stood down for the day and helicopters grounded due to growing levels of...

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Thai Murders: British Backpacker 'Was Raped'

A British backpacker in Thailand was raped by both her killers before she was murdered, police have said. They believe three people were involved in the attacks on 23-year-old Hannah Witheridge and David Miller, 24, whose semi-naked bodies were found...

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Hong Kong Protesters Reject Call To Go Home

Demonstrators in Hong Kong have set a deadline of Wednesday for the government to respond to demands for reforms, as protests enter a fifth day. But in his first public comments since police fired tear gas at demonstrators, Hong Kong's chief executive...

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Odd Text Real Estate Agent Is Found Dead

Real estate agent Beverly Carter, who had been missing since last week, has been found dead in Arkansas, police have said. The 49-year-old's body was found in a shallow grave, the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office said in a statement. Authorities...

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Iraqi Forces Retake Crucial Crossing From IS

Iraqi Kurdish forces have captured a strategic border crossing from Islamic State fighters in northern Iraq, as the militants were pounded by US-led air strikes. Kurdish peshmerga fighters took control of several villages as well as of the Rabia border...

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Beheading Suspect's Mum Makes Video Apology

The mother of a man suspected of beheading a colleague at a food-processing plant in Oklahoma has apologised in a video posted on Facebook. The suspect, Alton Nolen, 30, is due to be charged later on Monday with first-degree murder, as well as assault...

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Hong Kong: China Warns UK Not To 'Interfere'

Thousands of democracy protesters have defied tear gas and police baton charges to remain on the streets of Hong Kong amid rising international tensions. Some demonstrators wore masks and resorted to umbrellas or plastic capes to protect themselves...

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British 'Islamic State Recruiter' Arrested

A British man has been arrested in Bangladesh on suspicion of recruiting people to fight alongside Islamic State militants in Syria. Samiun Rahman, who is from London, arrived in the country in February to find fighters for both IS and the al Qaeda-linked...

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IS Fighters Smuggled Into Syria For Just £15

By Sherine Tadros, Middle East Correspondent For tens of thousands of Syrians, the Kilis border crossing is the official way in and out of Turkey from Syria. But if you're an Islamic State fighter, Kilis is not an option. Abu Mustafa (not his...

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RAF Airstrikes: Cypriots Urged Not To Panic

RAF Airstrikes Wait As Intelligence Is Key Updated: 3:16pm UK, Monday 29 September 2014 As I write this, RAF Tornados have completed four armed missions over northern Iraq and are currently engaged in a fifth. They have managed more than 12 hours...

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