COP30: World leaders take aim at Trump for climate inaction
World leaders address COP30 climate summit in Belém and take aim at Trump record on climate change.
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Russian soldier sentenced to life in jail in unprecedented Ukrainian trial
In the first ruling of its kind, Dmitry Kurashov was found guilty of killing an unarmed Ukrainian soldier who had surrendered.
Greek coastguard chief to be prosecuted over deadly migrant shipwreck
Vice Adm Tryfon Kontizas is one of four senior coastguard figures to face manslaughter charges over the 2023 disaster.
Boeing criminal case linked to deadly 737 crashes dropped
The judge said he did not believe the decision was in the public interest but he did not have authority to deny the request.
Sudan's RSF paramilitaries agree humanitarian ceasefire
The group issued the statement after an 18-month siege of the city of el-Fasher in the western Darfur region.
Appeal to stop ostrich cull dismissed by Canada's top court
The farmers have few legal options left, as officials say they will now kill more than 300 ostriches.
Sudan's life-saving community kitchens on verge of collapse
This follows confirmation by a global hunger monitor that famine conditions are spreading in conflict zones.
Was climate change to blame for the strength of Hurricane Melissa?
A new study find that Hurricane Melissa's rapid intensification was six times more likely because of climate change.
Typhoon Kalmaegi hits Vietnam after killing at least 114 in Philippines
More than 260,000 soldiers are on standby for rescue efforts as winds of up to 92mph (149km/h) hit Vietnam.
Nancy Pelosi announces retirement after decades in US Congress
Pelosi made history as the first female Speaker and left an indelible mark on US politics.
Louvre criticised for spending money on art instead of security in years before heist
Three weeks after the spectacular jewel theft at the Louvre, the museum is accused of neglecting safety and security.
Trump wants South Africa out of the G20 as it gears up for world summit
The US leader has repeatedly accused South Africa of persecuting its white minority - which Pretoria denies.
US boat strikes are crimes against humanity, says former ICC prosecutor
The Trump administration has sought to justify the strikes by saying it is in an armed conflict with drugs gangs.
World’s oldest president sworn in for eighth term in Cameroon
Paul Biya has been in power since 1982 - the opposition says the election was rigged.
German authorities investigate swastikas painted in blood
The Nazi symbols, which are illegal in Germany, were scrawled on cars and homes, apparently using human blood, in the western city of Hanau, investigators said.
Afghan opium crop plummets after Taliban ban, UN survey finds
Afghanistan used to produce more than 80% of global opium but a Taliban ban has cut that to a fraction.
Pirates fire grenades and board vessel off Somali coast
The attack comes amid a resurgence of piracy in the region in recent days.
Man held after cars in German city found smeared with swastikas in blood
Cars, walls and postboxes were defaced, in what appeared to be human blood.
Devastating typhoon kills at least 114 in Philippines, officials say
Typhoon Kalmaegi wreaked havoc as it swept through low-lying areas of the Philippines, overturning trees and cars.
Miss Universe contestants stage walkout after organiser berates Miss Mexico
Miss Mexico, Fatima Bosch, said Nawat Itsaragrisil was 'not respectful' at a pre-pageant ceremony on Tuesday
William announces Earthshot Prize 2025 winners in Rio
Winners include a project for making the Atlantic Forest financially viable and a global ocean treaty initiative.
Why Trump’s cuts to scientific research are a big win for China
China is attracting American scientific talent, especially in STEM fields, partly due to funding cuts and immigration restrictions under President Donald Trump.
Trump’s ill-defined nuclear test threat compels a response from Putin
Amid the dangerous back and forth, Moscow rejected U.S. claims it had breached a testing moratorium but said it would assess what preparations would be needed to conduct one.
As Pokrovsk is set to fall, Ukraine must choose to fight or save troops
Pokrovsk has been a bastion of resistance, and Russia taking it would be a propaganda win, but experts say it is time to withdraw and save lives for future battles.
South Africans trapped in Donbas after joining Russia-Ukraine war, Ramaphosa says
It is unclear whether the citizens were fighting on behalf of Russia or Ukraine.
Singapore institutes mandatory caning to punish online scammers
To combat a surge in online scams, the city-state has turned to caning fraudsters — a form of corporal punishment left over from the British colonial era.
Watch: Cars pile up on Philippines streets after typhoon
Floods have swept through towns, killing at least 85 people and leaving 75 others missing.
Modi's party faces test in crucial Indian state election
More than 74 million people in Bihar are eligible to vote in a key election that kicks off on Thursday.
German nurse gets life in jail after murdering 10 to reduce workload
The palliative care nurse was convicted of the murder of 10 patients, and the attempted murder of 27 others.
Typhoon heads for Vietnam after 114 killed in the Philippines
Kalmaegi, one of the strongest typhoons this year, has gained strength as it barrels toward central Vietnam.
Great Barrier Reef may partially recover from 'grim future' if global warming stays below 2C
A new study has found certain corals are more resilient in warmer waters, giving hope to the world-famous reef.
How Kentucky UPS plane crash unfolded and what could have caused it
Aviation analysts say the disaster, which left 12 people dead, may have been caused by engine failure
From gas to groceries, has Trump kept his promise to tackle rising prices?
President Trump promised to bring down inflation. One year on from his victory, BBC Verify revisits some of his claims.
Busiest US airports face flight reductions because of government shutdown
Flight capacity will be cut at major airports as air traffic controllers report issues with fatigue amid staff shortages.
Are Christians being persecuted in Nigeria as Trump claims?
Donald Trump says thousands of Christians are being killed in Nigeria - where has he got the numbers from?
Conservative justices sharply question Trump tariffs in high-stakes hearing
If the court rules against Trump's tariffs, it could force the US to refund some of the billions it has collected.
Mamdani says he's a democratic socialist. What does that mean?
President Donald Trump has attacked the New York City mayor-elect's political label and claims he is a communist.
A popular rapper held over an influencer's death: What we know so far
Police have reclassified Iris Hsieh's "sudden death" as murder and remanded Namewee in custody.
Fan ban 'incredibly sad' - Maccabi Tel Aviv chief
Maccabi Tel Aviv chief executive Jack Angelides calls for a separation between football and politics after away fans were banned from Thursday's Europa League game at Aston Villa.
Queues and protests: BBC at the Shein store opening in Paris
The online shopping giant opened its first physical shop in the world - in a Parisian department store.
Miss Universe contestants walk out after organiser berates Miss Mexico
Video of the incident, which was live streamed, has been shared widely on the internet.
