Swinney's emotional explanation for his commitment to independence - BBC Scotland's political editor Glenn Campbell reflects on John Swinney's SNP conference speech.

Fisherman, 71, attacked and killed by 12-foot alligator alongside Florida lake - The presence of other active alligators complicated any chance of rescuing him.

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Dozens killed in violence in Sudan's West Darfur state - At least 24 people dead after an IDP camp was attacked following a dispute between Arab and African ethnic groups.