Deaths in detention cells in Nigeria were entirely preventable, inquiry finds
Overcrowding and poor ventilation caused the deaths of 33 detainees in a prison cell in Minna state.
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Ghanaian twin brothers and US woman plead guilty to $9m romance scam
The group targeted elderly people across US and Europe, luring them into romantic relationship before persuading them to transfer large sums of money.
Controversial Islamic cleric shot dead in northern Nigeria
Yahaya Masussuka had posted videos in which he rejected some elements of mainstream Islam.
Watch: The Mbappé-Chairman Mao controversy explained
Kylian Mbappé has apologised for "ill-judged" comments he made about late Chinese leader Mao Zedong.
Flávio Bolsonaro's passports cancelled after he fails to surrender them
The defeated presidential candidate is under investigation for alleged money laundering and barred from leaving Brazil.
Egyptian journalist Lina Attalah detained after court orders news site's closure
Amnesty International said the verdict against Attalah and independent outlet Mada Masr represented "a crushing blow to press freedom".
West warns of famine risk in Sudan as civil war grinds on
Millions face acute hunger in Sudan as conflict, drought and funding cuts aggravate the humanitarian crisis.
FBI raids California home tied to former Congressman Eric Swalwell - US media
The California Democrat has faced multiple sexual misconduct allegations which he has denied.
Ballon d'Or ceremony raises case of French sports journalist jailed in Algeria
He is in jail accused of supporting terrorism after travelling to the politically sensitive region Kabylie.
Nanotyrannus skeleton sells for $47.3m in New York auction
The sale of the rare skeleton reignites debate in the scientific community about whether dinosaur remains should end up in private hands or public view.
Norway and Finland leaders hold rare call with Putin
An end to the conflict in Ukraine "will not be achieved through silence," Finland's President Alexander Stubb said.
How Kane defied doubters to become world's best
Harry Kane is the humble 'anti-superstar' who defied doubters to achieve Ballon d'Or greatness, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
Co-ordinated cattle raids kill at least 72 people in South Sudan
The cycle of revenge attacks continue as the country heads towards its first election since independence.
Netherlands pulls out of Eurovision again over Israel participation
A Dutch broadcaster reverses a decision to take part, citing "sensitivities" over Israel's participation.
What does Israel's election mean for Gaza and the wider world?
The BBC's diplomatic correspondent James Landale reports from Jerusalem as ballots are cast.
Why it could take time for a new Israeli government to form
Israel faces what many view as one of the most pivotal elections in the country's history.
'A dream come true' - Harry Kane on his Ballon d'Or win
It's the first time an English player has lifted the trophy since Michael Owen in 2001.
Mbappé sorry for 'ill-judged' Mao remark after backlash in China
The France star had referred to the former Chinese leader as a "dictator" during an interview about memes.
Turnout so far highest on record as Israelis vote in pivotal election
The elections - the first since the Hamas-led attacks on Israel and the wars which followed - are widely seen as a referendum on Benjamin Netanyahu.
Meghan to co-host Junior MasterChef Australia
The Duchess of Sussex says she "can't wait" to take part in the programme, which will air next year.
Jay-Z to perform at Super Bowl half-time show
The rapper has been involved with the show for years but has never before performed at the NFL championship game.
Truce begins in Ukraine city where residents ate weeds to survive
The Oleshky ceasefire, which the White House said was secured by US First Lady Melania Trump, is meant to allow aid to get in and civilians to get out.
Jordan carries out deadly strike in Syria in retaliation for church attack
The attack on a village in Syria killed five people, including women and children, Syrian health officials said.
Ex-FBI chief James Comey faces federal charges for third time
Comey's lawyers say the case stems from alleged disclosure of classified information to the New York Times in 2016.
Lula's comeback in Brazil dents Trump's ambitions for Latin America
The Trump-Lula relationship may have thawed, but several issues could reignite tensions between the two leaders.
Opposition leader María Machado returns from exile to a Venezuela reshaped by Trump
Machado returns with Trump's blessing, even if Washington is happy with Venezuela's existing leader - at least for the time being.
Trump administration illegally fired James Comey's daughter, judge rules
Maurene Comey believes she was let go from her job as a federal prosecutor because her father is the former FBI director.
