At least 10 dead in Lagos high-rise office building fire
Some commercial workers in Afriland Towers jumped out of the third and fourth floors when the fire started.
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US deportees sue Ghana over 'illegal' detention
Despite opposition to the deal, Ghana's president says 40 more deportees will arrive from the US.
Trump suggests Starmer could use military to control UK borders
The US president says illegal migration "destroys countries from within", as his two-day state visit to the UK comes to a close.
Israeli air strikes hit southern Lebanon
Israel said it was targeting Hezbollah positions, while Lebanon's PM called for pressure on Israel to stop attacks.
New York judge rules terrorism charges legally insufficient in Mangione case
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Royals, Maga and tech CEOs: What we learned from state banquet guest list
The event is as much about diplomacy as it is about fine dining.
Egypt says 3,000-year-old bracelet was stolen and melted down
A specialist took the gold artefact from a Cairo museum and sold it through a jeweller, officials say.
Malawi's parties warned not to prematurely declare election victory
The parties of both President Lazarus Chakwera and his main rival, Peter Mutharika, say they won Tuesday's poll.
'Cataclysmic' situation in Gaza City, UN official says, as Israeli tanks advance
A constant of stream of Palestinians flee southwards as Israeli tanks reportedly push further into Gaza's biggest urban centre.
Two Israelis killed in gun attack at Jordanian border
Jordan identified the attacker, who was also killed, as an aid truck driver.
Israeli minister touts Gaza 'real estate bonanza', defying international backlash
Bezalel Smotrich, an ultranationalist who has been sanctioned by the UK and others, said he was in discussion with the US over the idea.
Growing number of Americans say U.S. supports Israel too much in Gaza war, poll shows
Republicans stand apart in backing U.S. support for Israel during the war in Gaza.
He was set to break a record cycling across Eurasia, then came Russia
The day he was to break the record for the 11,000-mile trip from Portugal to the Pacific, Sofiane Sehili, who had a valid visa, was arrested crossing the border from China.
Three arrested in UK on suspicion of spying for Russia
The two men and a woman were all arrested in Grays, Essex, the Metropolitan Police says.
Workers across France strike over budget cut plans
The widespread walkouts come less than a fortnight after the government collapsed over a proposed budget.
Threatened by Trump, Canada tries to make up, team up with Mexico
Canadians mused last year about a U.S.-Canada trade deal that cut out Mexico. Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting President Claudia Sheinbaum to mend ties.
Trump clashes with Australian journalist over business deals in office
The US leader said the journalist was "hurting Australia very much" as he said he would meet the country's PM "very soon".
Newborn baby buried alive in India fights for her life
The 20-day-old girl was found by chance when a shepherd heard faint cries from under a mound of earth.
For the first time, Bernie Sanders calls Israel’s war in Gaza a genocide
His move comes a day after a U.N. panel said Israel was committing genocide in Gaza. Israel rejected the findings, which echo those of a growing number of governments and rights groups.
Togo leader's sister-in-law arrested after calling for end to family rule
Marguerite Gnakadé has become a vocal critic of Togo's long-serving leader Faure Gnassingbé.
Pope Leo, in new biography, resists doctrinal change on hot-button topics
In extensive interviews, Pope Leo XIV, who turned 70 on Sunday, contours the future of his papacy, potentially one of the longest in decades.
Australia announces higher emissions cuts by 2035
The country is one of the world's biggest carbon emitters per capita.
US judge orders deportation of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil
An immigration judge ordered Khalil be deported to Algeria or Syria over claims he omitted information on a green card application.
Macrons to offer 'scientific evidence' to US court to prove Brigitte is a woman, lawyer says
They have filed a lawsuit against US right-wing influencer Candace Owens who claims the French first lady was born male.
Sex abuse charges against top Australian radio host downgraded
He faces 27 charges which allege that he indecently assaulted or groped nine men from 2001 to 2019.
Katty Kay: America is at a dangerous crossroads following the Charlie Kirk shooting
This moment has parallels with other periods of discord in US history, but it is more complicated than simply repeating them.
Body found in car registered to D4vd identified as missing teen
Authorities say the cause and time of the 15-year-old girl's death are still unknown.
Controversial church leader denies bribing ex-South Korea first lady
The church is accused of bribing former first lady Kim Keon Hee with Chanel bags and a diamond necklace.
ABC takes Jimmy Kimmel off air over Charlie Kirk comments
The late-night host criticised the Republican response to the killing and his suspension came after pressure from the regulator.
Air India crash victims' families sue aerospace firms Boeing and Honeywell
They accuse the manufacturers of doing "nothing" despite being aware of the plane's risks.
'Ultimate in cancel culture': Fans outside Jimmy Kimmel studio react to show's axing
The BBC spoke to fans who expressed surprise and disappointment after the late night show was taken off air "indefinitely" over Charlie Kirk comments.
Israel threatens national film awards after Palestinian story wins top prize
The Sea follows a boy from the occupied West Bank who wants to visit Tel Aviv to see the sea for the first time.
Battling a rare brain-eating disease in an Indian state
In Kerala this year, more than 70 people have been diagnosed and 19 have died from the brain-eating amoeba.
'Pay attention' - Spirit aircraft warned as it gets too close to Air Force One
Air traffic controllers warn Spirit flight after it came too close to President Donald Trump's aircraft as he flew to the United Kingdom for his state visit.
Three officers killed in Pennsylvania shooting, with two others critical
Officials said the suspect has been "neutralised" and there is no further threat to the public.
Spain counts the cost of 'nightmare' wildfire summer
The country's farming and tourism sectors have been heavily affected by a spate of blazes.
Could the US interest rate cut boost the housing market?
Borrowing costs are not guaranteed to come down much more than they already have, even after this week's rate cut.
Watch: Mexico and Canada are meeting without Trump - here's why
President Claudia Sheinbaum and Prime Minister Mark Carney's meeting is meant to kickstart a new economic bilateral relationship.
Fury over corruption and 'nepo babies' as floods paralyse Philippines
An unusually fierce monsoon has derailed daily life more than ever in the South East Asian nation.
Watch: Pomp and protests on day one of Trump state visit
King Charles hosts Donald Trump at Windsor Castle on the first full day of his UK state visit.
I have no relationship with Trump, Brazil's President Lula tells BBC
In an exclusive interview, Brazil's president says Trump is "not emperor of the world".
Fed Reserve cuts interest rates but cautions over stalling job market
The Federal Reserve makes its first cut to interest rates since 2024, and signals more to come.
