Politician brothers convicted for ordering murder of Brazilian councillorFiona Nimoni,in LondonandIone Wells,in São Paulo, BrazilAPMarielle Franco was 38 years old when she was shot dead Brazil's Supreme Court has voted to convict two politicians of ordering the murder of the prominent Rio de Janeiro councillor and activist, Marielle Franco. Brothers Domingos Inácio Brazão and João Francisco...

Oil prices edge higher after strikes on Israel test ceasefire8 minutes agoOsmond ChiaBusiness reporterAFP via Getty ImagesOil prices climbed on Monday morning trade in Asia after Iran fired missiles at Israel for the first time since a fragile ceasefire was agreed between the countries and the US in April.The price of the global benchmark Brent jumped by 2.6% to $95.50 (£71.60) a barrel, while...

Knicks win NBA championship for first time in over 50 yearsDustin Safranek-Imagn Images TPX IMAGES OF THE DAYThe New York Knicks won the National Basketball Association championship for the first time in over 50 years, sending the city and fans into a frenzy after the long-awaited victory.The Knicks clinched the title on Saturday night against the San Antonio Spurs, 94-90, in the fifth game of...

Iranian foreign minister's diplomatic push skips direct U.S. talks amid tensions Iranian foreign minister's diplomatic push skips direct U.S. talks amid tensions Audio will be available later today. Iran's foreign minister visits Moscow Monday after stops in Pakistan and Oman and calls with regional partners, but there are no signs...

Elon Musk and Tim Cook among CEOs expected to accompany Trump on China trip33 minutes agoKali Hays,Technology reporterandArchie Mitchell,Business reporterGetty ImagesUS President Donald Trump is expected to bring a host of top business and technology industry executives on his trip to China this week. Among those set to join the president on his official trip to Beijing are Tim Cook of Apple,...