Before Trump gutted the White House, Erdogan built his ‘White Palace’
As long as there’s been human civilization, there have been leaders with vanity projects.
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US and China agree framework of trade deal ahead of Trump-Xi meeting
US trade secretary says the two will sign a deal on TikTok, while hinting at agreement on rare earths and tariffs.
Chinese and U.S. officials tentatively agree to avert 100 percent tariffs
The announcement marked a significant de-escalation of a volatile trade war ahead of Trump’s Thursday meeting with Xi.
Will Trump's 'peace deal' solve Thailand-Cambodia dispute?
Donald Trump has claimed to have ended another war, this time between Thailand and Cambodia. But what does this latest agreement actually amount to?
Russia says it has tested nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile
The experimental weapon is hailed as having a potentially unlimited range - though Western experts have questioned its value.
Georgia arrests three for trying to illegally buy 2kg of uranium
Three Chinese nationals face prison time for attempting to purchase $400,000 of nuclear material.
Rebel group claims capture of key city in Sudan
The fall of el-Fasher would cement the RSF's control of the west and reinforces a de facto split in the nation.
Police arrest Louvre heist suspects, Paris prosecutor says
One man arrested was trying to leave the country, the prosecutor said. The arrests come a week after thieves broke into the Louvre museum and stole precious jewels.
Hurricane Melissa strengthens as it barrels towards Jamaica
The rare highest-strength storm is set to hit Jamaica by Tuesday, having already caused two deaths in Haiti.
As U.S. forces close in on Venezuela, lawmakers warn of ‘expanding’ operation
The Trump administration has sent warships, fighter jets and surveillance aircraft to the region as it wages what it says is armed conflict against narcoterrorists.
Sudanese paramilitary enters army’s last stronghold in Darfur
El Fashir is the last major city in the western region of Darfur held by Sudan’s military forces. The Rapid Support Forces’ entry raises fears of a bloodbath.
Two arrested over theft of jewels at Louvre museum in Paris
Four thieves broke into the world's most-visited museum in broad daylight, stealing eight items worth €88m (£76m; $102m).
How Trump’s perception of Japan collides with today’s economic reality
Japan was the genesis of President Donald Trump’s tariff-led approach to reshaping the global economy. When he lands in Tokyo, trade will again be on his agenda.
How one cyber-scamming syndicate used Singapore for legitimacy
The chairman of Prince Group, indicted over online scams, and his associates took advantage of Singapore’s reputation as stable and predictable financial capital.
Trump in Malaysia: Dancing and a 'peace deal'
US President Donald Trump in Malaysia: Dancing and a 'peace deal'
Trump presides over Thai-Cambodia 'peace deal' - but what does it mean?
Trump calls it historic, Thailand only calls is "a pathway to peace", but all sides hope the agreement will stick.
Harris 'concerned' she did not ask Biden to quit race
The former vice-president tells the BBC she is not sure whether it was “grace or recklessness” that stopped her speaking up.
Line drawn by 19th-century Britain stokes Pakistan-Taliban tension
The Durand Line, a legacy of the British Empire from 1893, is dividing the neighbors today.
Three killed in Russian strikes on Kyiv, officials say
At least 32 others were injured in the attack, including six children, the city's mayor says.
A humming annoyance or jobs boom? Life next to 199 data centres
Data centres were billed as a boon to Virginia’s economy. Now, residents are concerned about their impact on real estate and electricity costs.
Watch: Moment nuclear plant towers collapse during demolition
Two nuclear cooling towers in the town of Gundremmingen, Germany, collapse into large swirls of thick, white dust during demolition.
Sudan's fertile region where food is rotting amid famine and war
The Jebel Marra area is neutral in the war but its produce cannot get out to feed a hungry nation.
The 'Heroes of Kharkiv' who saved 48 children from kindergarten hit by Russian drone
The story of a dramatic and heroic rescue that has captured the public imagination in Ukraine.
Women welcome arrest of charity boss identified in BBC sex-for-aid investigation
Syrian refugees in Turkey allege they were taken advantage of when they were desperate for help.
'Brothers in the forest' - the fight to protect an isolated Amazon tribe
Peru's Mashco Piro face a struggle to survive in the 21st Century, but locals want to help them.
Trump raises tariffs on Canada by 10% over Reagan ad
President Donald Trump had halted trade talks with Canada over a provincial government’s ad that has since been canceled.
Trump's week in Asia: BBC correspondents on the wins and potential losses
Here's what you should know as the US president arrives for a whirlwind week of diplomacy.
Trump raises tariffs on Canadian goods over Reagan advert
The US president announces he is adding 10% to current levies on one of the biggest US trading partners.
Louvre moves jewels to ultra-secure Bank of France vault after heist
They will now be stored in the Bank's most secure vault, behind a seven-tonne door 26m underground.
'I'm not done', Kamala Harris tells the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg
The former vice president made her strongest suggestion to date that she will make another presidential bid in 2028 - after losing to Donald Trump last year.
