Dust and rain storms leave at least 91 dead and more than 160 injured in India, knocking down power poles and houses and uprooted trees, government officials say.

The Pacific nation of Vanuatu is preparing to permanently evacuate the entire population of one of its islands as thick ash spewing from a volcano kills crops, dirties water supplies and fouls the air.

The crowd "shrieks and flees" as a bonfire explodes at a Jewish Lag BaOmer festival in north London, leaving 10 people with minor injuries.

The original Star Wars trilogy remains a favourite with fans and reviewers alike, but the latest film has caused a disruption in the force.

Foreign Minister Julie Bishop warns Beijing against militarising the South China Sea following reports that China has installed missile systems in the hotly disputed Spratly Islands for the first time.