MexicoThe story of a child supposedly alive in the rubble of the Enrique Rebsámen school gripped the country – until it became clear she didn’t exist The story captivated a country still reeling from catastrophe: rescue workers were labouring round the clock to free a 12-year-old girl who had miraculously survived Mexico’s devastating earthquake, but remained trapped in the ruins of her school. Television channels broadcast breathless updates describing how the rescuers were inching closer to the cavity where Frida Sofía was buried alive.

Forensic science This article is more than 7 years oldHow long was 'mummified' German sailor adrift?This article is more than 7 years oldMystery surrounds death of Manfred Fritz Bajorat, found slumped ‘like he was sleeping’ in yacht floating near Philippines WARNING: article contains graphic image A German sailor found dead on a yacht drifting in the Philippine Sea may have become mummified within weeks of his sudden death on board the vessel, forensic scientists have said.

Italy This article is more than 2 years oldLevelling up Pompeii: grave shows how a former slave went farThis article is more than 2 years oldInscriptions by the body of Marcus Venerius Secundio proudly list his achievements after being liberated The inscription on the gravestone proudly attests to how far Marcus Venerius Secundio, a former slave of the ancient Roman city of Pompeii, went in life. In order of importance, he lists his achievements after being liberated.

Australian theatreInterview‘Othello is truly a dream role – no gammin!’ Jimi Bani takes on the role of a lifetimeElissa BlakeThe actor is about to play Othello as a Torres Strait Islander in the second world war. He reflects on his career and his preparations to be the ninth chief of the Wagadagam tribe Actor Jimi Bani is deep into preparation for two very serious roles. One is the role of a lifetime.

Book cover art quizzesPublishingQuiz: can you identify these classic books by their covers?We're not supposed to judge books by their covers, but good design can work wonders - as all publishers know. Can you name the novels pictured here?ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7tbTEoKyaqpSerq96wqikaJqfpLi0e8GopqSrkqG8qHvQrqCzZ2JlfnV7zJqwaGpiZLOqr9Oipqdlk6GutL%2FInKpmm5%2BrsrN5w56qop%2BeYr62tdk%3D