South Africa plans new rules on ex-leaders' foreign trips after Zuma's visit to India
Jacob Zuma was pictured with a businessmen allegedly at the heart of a corruption scandal in South Africa
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El-Sayed's victory sends tremors through Democratic Party
His win in Michigan sets up a high-stakes contest in November, testing a left-wing candidate's popularity in a swing state.
UN rights chief alarmed by rise in Iran executions since March
Volker Türk says 56 people have been executed on national security-related charges, including 27 in cases linked to January's protests.
Left-wing political outsider wins Democratic Senate primary in Michigan
Abdul El-Sayed, the son of Egyptian immigrants, would be the first Muslim US senator if elected in November.
Nigeria's president orders a 80% salary increase for junior soldiers
The announcement comes as Nigeria's security forces struggle to contain multiple threats.
Drone carrying explosives found at German airport, police say
The drone was found near Ukrainian cargo planes before another object collided with a cargo aircraft in mid-air.
Waste workers help winner find binned €1m lottery ticket in Italy
The player only realised they binned the life-changing ticket after family told them the numbers he played for years had been drawn.
Record heatwave in South Korea as temperatures soar to 42.5C
There have been at least 19 deaths related to the heatwave which has brought the country's hottest day since records began.
Pakistan restricts international media reporting
Anyone working for foreign media, including Pakistanis, will now need permission to report from anywhere outside three major cities.
Why some scientists are thrilled that a SpaceX rocket has crashed into the Moon
While the collision was an accident, it is a unique scientific gift for planetary geologists that could provide important data for future space missions.
Mexican influencer shot dead during livestream
César Gastélum, who was known for comedy and lifestyle posts, was killed at close range by a man on a motorbike.
Ukraine fails to halt Russian barrage as Zelensky blames partners for ‘horrific casualties’
U.S.-made systems are Kyiv’s only means to shoot down ballistic missiles, and Ukraine says it has run out of interceptors. Seventeen Ukrainians died overnight.
Perez Hilton recovering in hospital after reports he self-harmed during livestream
Miami police told US media outlets the celebrity blogger had been "safely recovered" from his home.
Afghan boxer appears in court in connection with death of Scottish woman
Sharif Ahmadzai, 26, is being held in connection with the death of Elisabeth Ross from Edinburgh.
Police raid Starbucks Korea headquarters over 'Tank Day' fiasco
People have filed complaints against Starbucks for allegedly making light of the deadly Gwangju Uprising.
Russia strike kills 21 as Ukraine says it needs more missile interceptors
The Russia defence ministry said it had struck logistics hubs and supply centres in Kyiv and the surrounding region.
Trump administration cancels Brazilian ambassador’s visa in tit-for-tat
A senior State Department official told reporters in a background briefing that it was a “reciprocal” action because Brazil has not approved President Donald Trump’s nominee as ambassador to Brasilia.
Armed man arrested near Trump's golf course ahead of president's visit
The arrest happened shortly before President Trump was due to host a fundraising dinner at the coastal golf course in California.
Mysterious elephant deaths in Kenya raise questions around pesticides
A wave of Kenyan elephant deaths has been blamed on pesticides, but experts tell the BBC they are doubtful.
'My grandmother subjected my baby to female genital mutilation behind my back'
In Colombia, where FGM is still practised by some members of an indigenous group, a landmark bill banning the practice has been enacted.
'I was slut-shamed' - Indian women 'cockroach' protesters doxxed and abused
Women tell the BBC how they were harassed for participating in the CJP protest and posting about it online.
'I feel like I dug my own grave': The workers caught in the AI transition
AI is reshaping the Philippines' outsourcing industry, raising questions over the future of the industry.
The avalanche that killed a climbing legend - and a generation of record-setting guides
Their fellow guides say their deaths in Pakistan dealt a devastating blow to Nepal's mountaineering community.
Projectile sinks Indian-flagged ship off Yemen coast
All 14 people on board the Indian-flagged vessel were safely rescued, India's ministry of external affairs says.
Arrests in Egypt after people allegedly impersonate judges
Egyptian authorities say the alleged scam involved fabricated scenes in court as part of a plot to defraud people.
Ukrainian vegetable seller targeted in 'human safari' drone attack
A video shows a Russian drone pursuing a street vendor in the Kherson region before exploding.
How to avoid the worst of the Italian heat
From supermarkets to night-time tours, experts share how to make the most of Italy during this latest heatwave.
