Abounding Opportunities

Disposable tampons and menstrual pads can contain plastics and are often flushed into water systems.

Armenia's revolution that won without a bullet fired

Nikol Pashinyan steered a protest movement in Armenia and looks set to be elected prime minister.

Kezang Dorji: How Eminem inspired Bhutan's star rapper

Kezang Dorji, 28, rose from a poor background to become one of Bhutan's most loved rappers.

WhatsApp boss and co-founder Jan Koum to quit

Jan Koum says he wants to pursue new projects, but reports say he clashed with parent company Facebook.

Austrian UN peacekeepers investigated over Syria ambush

A leaked video appears to show UN peacekeepers allowing Syrian police to drive into a deadly ambush.

Stormy Daniels sues Trump over 'defamatory' tweet

Adult film star Stormy Daniels' lawyer says the US president made a false statement to denigrate her.

Reward offered over live Oregon deer found shot with arrows

At least two live deer with arrows protruding from their bodies were spotted in Oregon, police say.

Israel says Iran breaking nuclear deal

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reveals what he says are "Iran's secret nuclear files".

Parkland students criticise NRA for gun ban at Pence event

Activists say the US gun lobby is hypocritical for banning weapons at the vice-president's event.

How cough syrup in Nigeria is creating a generation of addicts

The BBC's Ruona Meyer investigates the people making, selling and consuming opioid-based medicine in Nigeria.

What could a female director mean for Star Trek?

Acclaimed TV director SJ Clarkson is tipped to helm the next Star Trek film.

Peppa Pig blocked from China's Douyin video platform

State media say the cartoon is being used "subversively" - and a rival, domestic pig has been launched.

Alps deaths: Four hikers die and five critical after night outside

One dies from a fall and three from hypothermia after spending the night outside due to bad weather.

Just asking! Trump seeks opinions on Twitter for Korea meeting

The US president turns to Twitter to enquire whether a summit on the Koreas' border is a good idea.

Crossing Divides: Lebanon's civil war veterans fight for peace

In Lebanon, a group of former fighters show the cost of civil war.

BBC reporter Ahmad Shah killed in Afghanistan attack

Ahmad Shah is killed in the eastern province of Khost, on a day of deadly attacks on the media.

Barnier warns of no Brexit deal without border backstop

EU Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier urges rapid agreement by June on the thorny Irish border issue.

Hopes and trauma in Mexico's migrant caravan

There is patriotism, tinged with regret and distress, among migrants seeking US asylum, writes James Cook.

Pelicans gatecrash university graduation

The birds swooped on students at the ceremony on Californian coast.

Logan Paul ends daily YouTube vlog series

The popular video creator says he will no longer post daily updates after 536 uploads.

Gerhard Schroeder 'sued for affair' in South Korea

The ex-husband of Gerhard Schroeder's future wife says she had an affair while still married to him.

Katrice Lee: German riverbank to be dug up in missing child search

A riverbank site in Germany close to where Katrice Lee disappeared is to be excavated.

Twin Peaks: Theresa Banks actress Pamela Gidley dies, aged 52

The US actress, best-known for her role as Theresa Banks, has died aged 52, her family confirm.

Trade tariffs: Deadline looms on US exemption for EU

The EU trade commissioner will hold last-ditch talks with the US before a 1 May deadline.

Legal row over who owns France.com domain

A man who has run the France.com website since 1994 is suing after it was given to the French government.

Facebook 'downvote' button in new test

Facebook says the tool, now being trialled in New Zealand, is not a "dislike" key.

Austria probes UN Golan troops over deaths of Syrians

A video appears to reveal Austrian UN troops standing by as Syrian police are ambushed.

Kanye West's 'hero' Emma Gonzalez pays tribute to Waffle House saviour

Gun control activist Emma Gonzalez tweets her hero is a man credited with saving lives in a US shooting.

Trump attacks 'filthy' Michelle Wolf over White House dinner act

He lashes out at Michelle Wolf over her blistering 'roasts' at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

UK-US initiative to study mighty Thwaites Glacier

British and American scientists will assess the stability of one of Antarctica's biggest ice streams.

Caravan migrants stuck at US-Mexico border

They are seeking asylum in the US, but have been told the border crossing near San Diego is full.

Iconic images of photographer killed in Kabul

A selection of photographs by Shah Marai who has been killed in Kabul.

Human trafficking: 350 victims rescued in Caribbean and Latin America

Some of the 350 people rescued in 13 countries were made to work in spaces "no bigger than coffins".

Japan's gripping manhunt ends in capture

A fugitive who evaded 6,000 officers for weeks and enthralled a nation is finally arrested.

Four held over India molestation viral video

The men assaulted the woman on a public road and uploaded a video of the incident on social media.

'It's a hacker's paradise out there'

How cyber security firm Darktrace was set up by former members of the UK security services and maths professors.

India says all villages have electricity

A village is considered electrified if 10% of homes and public buildings are connected to the grid.

Syria war: 'Iranian personnel among dozens dead' in missile attacks

Several military sites are struck, reportedly killing pro-government fighters, including Iranians.

Beauty standards: Egypt's curly hair comeback

How social media is driving a curly hair comeback in Egypt.

Ostracised and fetishised: The perils of travelling as a young black woman

Ashley Butterfield has been around the world - but a visit to India brought home the challenges of being a lone black female tourist.

Are our online lives about to become 'private' again?

The new rules which might help stop private information being shared without our knowledge.

Nigeria’s deadly codeine cough syrup epidemic

With thousands in Nigeria addicted to codeine cough syrup, BBC Africa goes undercover to investigate.

The challenge of identifying dead migrants

Pavlos Pavildis works to reunite dead migrants found in the Evros River with their families

Why does the US still have 'debtors' prisons'?

Four in 10 Americans wouldn't have money to cover a $400 fine - so many serve time in jail instead.

Avengers: Infinity War estimated to break global opening weekend record

The superhero sequel is estimated to have the highest ever global opening weekend take of $630m.

T-Mobile agrees to buy Sprint for $26bn

The deal could help America's third and fourth biggest telecoms providers win more broadband customers.

Iranians launch banknote protest to get round censorship

A group of Twitter users launch a campaign to spread messages of dissent on banknotes.

Iran nuclear deal 'best way' to stop threat - UK, France and Germany

Britain, France and Germany reaffirm their backing for the existing Iran nuclear accord.

Brazilian surfer Rodrigo Koxa breaks wave world record

Surf officials confirm the 80ft (24.4 metre) wave Rodrigo Koxa surfed was a world record.

Abbas Edalat: Iran confirms arrest of British professor

Abbas Edalat - a British-Iranian academic at Imperial College London - was arrested on security charges.

North Korea: 'Real opportunity' for nuclear deal, Pompeo says

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's comments came as North Korea said it was closing a nuclear test site.

Photographer 'groped' princess at Swedish Academy event

The French photographer is at the centre of a sexual misconduct scandal at the Swedish Academy.

Thailand protesters in rare rally over Chiang Mai development

The march, against new homes for judges on a mountainside, is among the biggest since the 2014 coup.

White House tree: Emmanuel Macron's sapling disappears

The tree, planted by Presidents Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron, is no longer on the South Lawn.

New Captain Cook monument plan for Botany Bay unveiled

Not everyone is happy at the prospect of a new monument marking the arrival of colonists in Australia.

Donald Trump attends rally instead of correspondents' dinner

The US president avoided the White House Correspondents' dinner, but was still the butt of the jokes.

Rotten durian causes Melbourne university evacuation

The smell of gas reported in a students' library in Melbourne turned out to be a rotting durian.

Comedian's Sarah Sanders 'roast' stuns White House Correspondents' Dinner

President Trump's press secretary was visibly upset during a comedian's personalised takedown at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

White House Correspondents' dinner: Michelle Wolf roasts Trump

Host Michelle Wolf made controversial jokes at the annual dinner, which the president didn't attend.

Australia to fund Great Barrier Reef restoration and protection

The World Heritage site has lost 30% of its coral due to environmental degradation.

Reality Check: Are young Nigerians working hard enough?

President Buhari has sparked a social media backlash by saying young Nigerians want to 'do nothing'.

Nigerian Senator Dino Melaye and his many scandals

Dino Melaye's latest controversy is an alleged attempt to escape through a police van window.

Hungary's dominant leader Orban defiant on keeping migrants out

Viktor Orban has won a third election and his government aims to keep its hardline migration policy.

Why you may have been eating insects your whole life

It is little publicised, but one of the most used red food colourings is made from crushed up bugs.

Golden State Killer: The end of a 40-year hunt?

After four decades, police believe they've finally caught the Golden State Killer

Armenia crisis: Ruling party quits PM race

The move raises chances of opposition leader Nikol Pashinyan to become the country's new leader.

Can music bridge Thailand's sectarian divide?

The 14-year conflict between Muslim insurgents and authorities in Thailand's three southernmost provinces has claimed more than 7,000 lives.

Chernobyl's new generation

How solar power is giving the site of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster a new beginning.

From Russian orphan to Team USA

Tatyana McFadden's won 17 Paralympic medals, but life was far from easy.

Brazilian Christians rebuild 'Satan's' temple

Evangelical Christians are crossing the religious divide to rebuild an Afro-Brazilian temple, following a series of attacks.

First one-handed player joins NFL

Shaquem Griffin becomes the first one-handed player to be drafted by an NFL team after being selected by the Seattle Seahawks.

Burning Man founder Larry Harvey dies aged 70

Larry Harvey, who founded the huge countercultural event in 1986, dies in San Francisco aged 70.

Mali: Tuaregs killed in 'jihadist revenge' attacks

More than 30 members of the Tuareg community died in two separate attacks this week, officials say.

Pamplona rape case: Protests over sentence go in to third day

Thousands turn out on third day of protests after so-called "wolf pack" of men were cleared of rape.

MSNBC's Joy Reid addresses homophobic blog post controversy

MSNBC's Joy Reid is facing criticism after old blog posts resurfaced that mocked homosexuality.

Missing London rapper Kenny Mukendi 'threw himself into Brazil sea'

Kenny Mukendi disappeared in Rio de Janeiro after telling his girlfriend he was coming home.

Row escalates over 'toxic' Trump pick for veterans' affairs

The US president has called on a Democrat senator to resign over allegations against his doctor.

Saudi Arabia 'sorry' for promotional footage of women wrestlers

State television broke off the broadcast of the WWE spectacle when the women appeared on screen.

Healthy Tasmanian devils discovered by scientists looking to save species

The find is said to be "very significant" as disease is threatening the survival of the species.

Chinese firm Dalian Wanda opens $7.9bn 'movie metropolis'

The site covers more than 400 acres and includes a shopping mall, restaurants and an ice rink.

Sumo wrestling: The growing sexism scandal in Japan's traditional sport

Officials postpone a decision on the sport's "men only" policy amid growing complaints about sexism.

Rescued bald eagle released into the wild in Canada

The female bird of prey was given a traditional Native American farewell in Canada.

Peter Norman: Sprinter involved in Black Power salute given posthumous Order of Merit

Peter Norman, the Australian sprinter involved in the Black Power salute at the 1968 Olympics, will be awarded an "overdue" posthumous Order of Merit.

Korea summit: When war ends but peace is out of reach

Sometimes, like on the Korean peninsula, agreeing peace after war can take decades or even centuries.

Play as a refugee in Syrian war video game

The BAFTA nominated video game trying to teach people about what it's like for refugees fleeing Syria.

Kanye West defends pro-Trump politics in new song

In his new track Ye vs. The People, the US rapper defends his pro-Trump political views.

Myanmar violence: Thousands flee fresh fighting in Kachin state

The UN sounds alarm as civilians face growing violence in a longstanding conflict in Kachin state.

Bangladesh's disappearing ear cleaners

They do in Bangladesh, but the once lucrative trade is dying out.

Étienne Terrus museum in Elne uncovers fake art in collection

More than half of the paintings in a museum in French artist Étienne Terrus' birthplace are fake.

Body language expert: Macron and Trump vs Merkel and Trump

A body language expert on the president's body language towards Angela Merkel and Emmanuel Macron.

Michael Cohen: Stormy Daniels case against Trump's lawyer put on hold

A US judge says a case by adult film star Stormy Daniels against Michael Cohen should be postponed.

Quebec mosque gunman may face 150-year jail sentence

The jail penalty faced by Alexandre Bissonnette could possibly be the longest in Canada's history.

Guinea politician 'enslaved girl in Texas for 16 years'

The son of Guinea's first president allegedly forced the girl to work for 16 years unpaid in Texas.

Korean summit: Welcoming Kim Jong-un with pomp and peace rituals

South Korea's Moon Jae-in has welcomed the North Korean leader with a series of symbolic rituals.

Trump visit: How previous presidents were greeted by the UK

Donald Trump is set to become the 12th US president to visit the UK. Here's how his predecessors have fared.

Israel border clashes: Three Palestinians killed, Gaza officials say

The health ministry in Gaza says Israeli forces shot dead three protesters, and more than 300 are hurt.

Armenia's new president praises 'courage' of protesters

Armen Sarkissian hails the courage of the demonstrators who forced his predecessor out of power.

Ethics debate as pig brains kept alive without a body

Scientists raise ethical concerns as the brain cells of decapitated pigs are kept alive for 36 hours.

Balenciaga sorry over mistreatment of Chinese shoppers in Paris

Luxury brand Balenciaga apologises after a video of a Chinese shopper being beaten in Paris goes viral.

Peru child sacrifice discovery may be largest in history

Researchers find 140 child victims of human sacrifice, killed in a single event some 550 years ago.

The race to document Australia's unknown species

Scientists say identifying hidden species may have profound benefits, but time is limited.

I used YouTube to help deliver my baby

Tia Freeman claims to have given birth to her baby alone in a hotel room with the aid of online videos.

Merkel holds 'working visit' with Trump at the White House

The optics of this trip will contrast starkly with the French president's glitzy state visit.

French-Tunisian baker on the secrets behind Paris' best baguettes

Mahmoud M'seddi won the right to supply baguettes to the French president for a year.

China teenage students stabbed to death

Man stabs at least seven teenagers to death at school in northern China, officials say.

Viewpoint: Spain rape case highlights enduring machismo

After a Spanish court fails to convict five men of raping a young woman, journalist and writer Eva Millet looks at the symbolism of the verdict.

ABBA announce first new music since 1982

The band say they've gone back into the studio to record two new songs, their first since 1982.

Kenya bans Rafiki ahead of Cannes debut over lesbian scenes

The Kenya Film Classification Board says Rafiki's lesbian scenes runs 'counter to the law'

Cardi B is being sued by her former manager for £7m

Klenord "Shaft" Raphael says he is taking legal action, accusing the rapper of "breach of contract, unjust enrichment and defamation".

Harry Potter star Tom Felton set for new YouTube sci-fi series Origin

The Harry Potter star will appear in the 10-part sci-fi series Origin for YouTube Red.

North Korea: Otto Warmbier's family sues over son's death

Otto Warmbier died days after being released from a North Korean jail in July 2017.

How to handle the flood of GDPR privacy updates

How best to make sense of revamped privacy terms issued ahead of the EU's data protection shake-up.

Five times Kanye West took us by surprise

'I am a God' - Kanye West according to Kanye West

IS web media targeted in EU-led attack

The EU police agency says it has "punched a big hole" in Islamic State propaganda.

Israel floods: Arrests as 10 teens drown on school trip

The group, which was on a bonding trip, was swept away in flash floods in the Negev desert.

Wildlife photo competition disqualifies 'stuffed anteater' image

Wildlife Photographer of the Year excludes a winning image for featuring a taxidermy specimen.

Koreas make nuclear pledge after summit

Leaders of North and South Korea to work to rid the peninsula of nuclear weapons after holding historic summit

K-pop superstars BTS launch world tour

The band will play the 02 Arena in London in October as well as other shows around the world.

Real-life Transformer: The Japanese robot that becomes a car

Designers say it's first time a machine of this kind has been able to carry people in a functioning vehicle.

Kim Jong-un to meet Moon Jae-in at Korean border for summit

North Korean leader will be first to enter South Korea since the end of the Korean war in 1953.

Spain 'wolf pack' case: Thousands protest over rape ruling

The failure of a Spanish court to convict five men of rape prompts outrage across the country.

Double amputee crawls up Colorado's 2,700-step Manitou Incline

"I just decided I was going to do it," Mandy Horvath says of her odyssey up the steep Colorado trail.

Gloria Allred on Bill Cosby: 'Finally women are believed'

Gloria Allred, the lawyer representing dozens of accusers, spoke after the comedian was found guilty.

Israel flash flood: Nine teenaged hikers dead in south

Nine 18-year-olds have died and one is missing after floodwater swept them away in southern Israel.

Russia says its witnesses discredit alleged chemical attack in Syria

Russia says witnesses disprove the alleged gas attack, but the UK calls it a 'despicable stunt'.

Bill Cosby guilty of sexual assault

US comedian Bill Cosby, 80, found guilty of sexually assaulting a woman 14 years ago

Trump lets off steam in TV interview

The US president calls into Fox News to set the record straight on a few issues and air grievances.

EX-CIA chief Mike Pompeo confirmed as secretary of state

The ex-CIA chief is voted in by senators after a bruising confirmation battle.

Nestlé withdraws 'degrading' wife-hunt ad campaign in Morocco

The food giant "regrets" an ad campaign in Morocco that saw women compete to win a man by cooking.

Revenge porn hub taken down by Dutch police raid

The notorious Anon-IB site was the source of nude images of celebrities shared widely in 2014.

North and South Korea summit: The people Kim trusts the most

A sister and a father figure are among the nine trusted people Kim is taking on his historic visit to the South.

Philippines protests as Kuwait expels envoy over maid 'rescues'

The Philippine envoy is told to leave after videos show embassy staff helping domestic workers.

Brigitte Macron on life at the top as France's first lady

Despite the responsibility of her official role, she says she hasn't changed since becoming first lady.

India state records 36,749 lightning strikes in 13 hours

Nine people have been killed in Andhra Pradesh amid an unusually high number of lightning strikes.

Athlete Semenya hit by testosterone rules

Some female runners with naturally high testosterone levels will have to race against men or change events unless they take medication, from 1 November.

Tokio boy band member apologises for kissing schoolgirl

Tatsuya Yamaguchi of boy band Tokio says "no apology is enough" after forcibly kissing a schoolgirl.

Trump veterans nominee Ronny Jackson bows out amid allegations

Ronny Jackson rails against "baseless and anonymous attacks on my character and integrity".

Late author 'helped catch serial killer'

Comedian Patton Oswalt says his late wife's bestselling book helped identify suspected California killer.

'Real bodies' exhibition causes controversy in Australia

Organisers reject an assertion that the exhibition may contain executed Chinese political prisoners.

Pamplona 'wolf pack' gang jailed over rape in Spain

Five men get nine years each for raping an 18-year-old woman in a case that sparked outrage.

Michael Cohen: Trump's lawyer to plead Fifth Amendment in Daniels case

Michael Cohen invokes his right to remain silent in the case of adult film star Stormy Daniels.

Swaziland has a new name - eSwatini - but what else has changed?

Swaziland has changed its name to eSwatini. But will the lives of its citizens change?

Austrian organisation helps deaf refugees learn sign language

An Austrian organisation teaches sign language and written German to asylum seekers and refugees.

Nigeria 'baby factory' raided in Lagos

More than 160 children are rescued from a "baby factory" and illegal orphanages, an official says.

Lionel Messi wins fight to register himself as trademark

A European court agrees to allow the world's top earning footballer to trademark his own name.

Gun emoji disarmed as Microsoft follows Google toy switch

Microsoft plans to replace its revolver emoji with a water pistol, following similar moves by others.

India China: Why is Modi meeting Xi now?

Analyst Shashank Joshi explains why the two Asian giants have decided to ease tension.

Macron says Trump may drop Iran nuclear deal

France's leader admits he may have failed to persuade his US counterpart to retain the 2015 accord.

How to Hanami: Japan's cherry blossom season

Japan's cherry blossom festival is a short-lived spring experience that draws millions of visitors.

Mesmerising footage shows lava lake overflow in Hawaii

Lava has risen above the crater floor in Hawaii's Kilauea volcano for the first time since 2016.

Korean talks: What will come from Kim-Moon meeting?

The talks are unlikely to rid Pyongyang of its nuclear weapons but could bring the countries closer.

Facebook sales soar despite data scandal

The firm reports a near 50% revenue rise and says it is taking a broader review of its responsibilities.

Foreign Office 'urgently' reviewing jailed British-Iranian reports

The Foreign Office is "urgently" looking into reports Prof Abbas Edalat was detained in Tehran.

Five times Macron ripped into Trumpism

President Emmanuel Macron used a speech to Congress to deliver several rebukes to his US counterpart.

Turkey Cumhuriyet trial: 13 newspaper staff convicted over coup

A crackdown in Turkey continues with over a dozen staff from an independent newspaper convicted.

Vincent Bolloré under formal investigation in Africa corruption probe

A judge puts billionaire Vincent Bolloré under formal investigation over corruption allegations.

North Korea test site could be unusable after collapse - Chinese scientists

Last September's nuclear test may have rendered the Punggye-ri test site unusable, say Chinese scientists.

Israeli policeman jailed for killing Palestinian teen

Ben Deri pleaded guilty to causing the death by negligence of Nadim Nuwara, a Palestinian protester.

Swedish archaeologists reveal 5th Century massacre at Sandby borg

A new study says dozens at the Oland island fort were killed and left to rot where they fell.

Golden State Killer: Police 'arrest suspect' in California

Police reportedly arrest a suspect over the notorious Golden State murders from the 1970s-80s.

Macron to US Congress: 'There is no Planet B'

The French president received more than one standing ovation in his remarks to Congress on climate change.

US college says outdoors too risky for outdoors club

Pennsylvania State University's caving and scuba clubs have also been deemed unsafe.

Macron attacks nationalism in speech to US Congress

The French president says nationalism and isolationism can only threaten global prosperity.

Iran's Reza Shah: Mummified remains 'likely' belong to ex-leader

The family of Reza Shah Pahlavi believe his remains have been found at a shrine south of Tehran.

Melania steps into spotlight for Macron visit

The first lady threw her first state dinner under the Trump administration by hosting the French president and his wife.

Auschwitz rap: German Echo music prize scrapped in anti-Semitism row

Germany's music industry abolishes its Echo prize after an outcry over its award to a rap duo.

Rwanda 'genocide-era' mass graves found

The graves are believed to date from the 1994 genocide, which left about 800,000 people dead.

Hotel door locks worldwide were vulnerable to hack

Cyber-security researchers found a way to unlock rooms across the world without leaving a trace.

Iraqi women election candidates targeted for abuse gain UN support

Women running in Iraq's elections are being subjected to "defamation and violence", the UN says.

Rose McGowan: 'Weinstein tried to contact me'

The actress says she has received "texts [and] things like that" since going public with rape allegations last year.

Hank Azaria 'willing to step aside' from Simpsons Apu role

The actor told Stephen Colbert it felt "the right thing do" amid racial stereotyping claims.

US actress Rose McGowan: Weinstein tried to text me

US actress Rose McGowan tells the Victoria Derbyshire show Harvey Weinstein has tried to contact her.

India teacher arrested over wedding bomb murder

Punjilal Meher allegedly plotted the killing after the victim's mother was promoted over him at work.

Serzh Sargsyan: Protesters return after talks fail in Armenia

The resignation of long-standing leader Serzh Sargsyan is not enough to stop mass demonstrations.

WhatsApp raises minimum age limit in EU

The messaging app is changing its rules ahead of the introduction of new data privacy regulations in May.

Kim Wall murder: Peter Madsen guilty

Danish inventor Peter Madsen is found guilty of murdering the journalist Kim Wall on his submarine.

Arizona special election: Narrow win unsettles Republicans

A tight contest in a district that Donald Trump won by a wide margin worries GOP ahead of mid-terms.

Japan objects to Korean summit dessert

The mango mousse shows a map of the Koreas, complete with islands claimed by Japan.

Germany's Bavaria orders Christian crosses in all state buildings

Officials say the crosses are a symbol of local identity but opponents call it a political move.

Madrid leader Cifuentes resigns amid supermarket 'theft video'

First accused of faking a master's degree, now Cristina Cifuentes has been hit by shoplifting claims.

Iran nuclear deal: Rouhani says West has no right to make changes

President Rouhani speaks out after the US and France announce plans to broaden the deal's terms.

Mexican 'cowboy' stops armed robbery in Monterrey, Mexico

After a man walked in carrying a gun, it fell to one cowboy-hat wearing man to stop him.

Daca: Trump administration ordered to resume young immigrant scheme

The government must restore a scheme to let young undocumented immigrants stay, a judge says.

Iran pushes app with 'Death to America' emoji

Tehran wants 50m users of the Telegram messaging service to switch to its own version.

Kim Wall death - what we know so far

What we know so far about Kim Wall's death.

'Trucker wall' helps prevent man from jumping to his death

Thirteen truckers parked under an overpass after a man threatened to jump to his death from above.

Trump and Macron hint at new Iran nuclear deal

The US and French presidents discuss how to overcome divisions over a key accord reached in 2015.

Trump and Macron's most touching moments

From air kisses to Oval Office grooming, the best bits from an unusually affectionate state visit.

Is the Iran nuclear deal about to collapse?

US President Donald Trump says it is the "worst deal ever" and threatened to abandon it in May.

NRA breaks 15-year fundraising record after Parkland shooting

The NRA's political fund raised $2.4m in March - the most it has raised in a single month since 2003.

Fancy a French farm for free?

This Brittany farm could be available to someone who will preserve its traditional methods.

Germany's Jews urged not to wear kippahs after attacks

A prominent community leader says Jews should exercise caution in big cities after recent attacks.

Toronto van attack: Moment suspect arrested

Alek Minassia pleaded "kill me" and claimed to have a gun but the officer put his own gun away.

Supreme court upholds teenager's 241-year prison term

The judge who sentenced the prisoner when he was 18 has since told the BBC she regrets it.

Trump brushes 'dandruff' off 'perfect' Macron

The US president lavishes his French counterpart with praise - but there are disagreements on Iran.

Israel scraps plan to forcibly deport African migrants

The government writes to the Supreme Court that forced migrant removal "is no longer on the agenda".

Toronto van attack: Alek Minassian charged with 10 counts of murder

Alek Minassian appears in court emotionless as he is charged with 10 counts of murder.

Trump threatens 'big problems' for Iran if they resume nuclear tests

“They’re not going to be restarting anything," Mr Trump vows, referring to the Iran nuclear programme.

Kidnapped Mexico students dissolved in acid

The three students were killed by a drug cartel who confused them with a rival gang, officials say.

Kenya dams 'a flood risk' after heavy rains

Some 200,000 people have already been displaced because of flooding, staying in schools or open areas.

Vincent Bolloré: French tycoon held over 'Africa corruption'

Vincent Bolloré is questioned by police near Paris over contracts to run ports in Guinea and Togo.

Former DEA agent: 'The moment I caught drug lord El Chapo'

A former undercover DEA agent describes the moment he brought down the notorious Mexican drug lord.

Oil at $75 as Iran sanction fears mount

Brent crude hits its highest level in more than three years as production cuts reduce stockpiles.

The country where a blogging permit costs $900

The country where a blogging permit costs $900. Some accuse Tanzania of muzzling critics.

Chinese university hosts 'grenade-throwing' contest

A Chinese university wants students to throw grenades and remember their history.

Spain's Palma to ban holiday rentals after residents' complaints

The city is to become the first in Spain to ban private holiday lets after residents' complaints.

Kim Jong-un Swiss summit dish to remind him of school

The fried potato rösti is a nod to Kim Jong-un's schooldays, apparently spent in Switzerland.

'Bin Laden bodyguard' on German welfare

Concern about torture stops Germany deporting the suspect to his home country of Tunisia.

The battle to unite former child soldiers in peace

The Rev Jacky Manuputty blessed Indonesia's child soldiers - now he's fighting to help them recover.

Sebastian Woodroffe: Peru orders arrest of two men over lynching

Sebastian Woodroffe was killed in the Peruvian Amazon after locals blamed him for a murder.

Mosul's landmark Great Mosque of al-Nuri to be rebuilt

The al-Nuri mosque, with its famous leaning minaret, was blown up by IS militants last June.

Toronto van attack: How is the suspect not dead?

The calm actions of a police officer who did not open fire have prompted praise and astonishment.

Anti-Semitic Wagner letter to be sold in Jerusalem

In the 1869 letter, the anti-Semitic composer warns of "corrosive" Jewish influence on culture.

Avicii's family thanks fans and artists for support

Avicii's family has released a statement following the DJ's death on Friday.

China karaoke bar fire kills 18 in Yingde

A 32-year-old suspect has been arrested on suspicion of starting the fire and blocking the only exit.

Toronto witnesses describe when van struck pedestrians

Nine pedestrians were killed and 16 more injured after a van drove over a kerb in Toronto on Monday.

South Korean youths: 'We're too busy for reunification'

Young South Koreans aren't sure the two Koreas will become one again someday.

US teachers are angry – and they're running for office

Massive teacher protests have shut down schools across the US - and prompted some to run for office.

Madonna loses bid to stop sale of Tupac break up letter

The singer's ex-friend can sell some of her things, including a breakup letter from rapper Tupac.

Is Bollywood ready for #MeToo?

Actresses open up about sexual harassment in Bollywood and why more women haven't spoken out.

China sexist adverts: Tech firms apologise after damning report

Some adverts offered "men only" jobs while others wanted "trim" women applicants, Human Rights Watch found.

Daniel Barenboim returns German music award in anti-Semitism row

Daniel Barenboim hands back major German music awards after controversial rappers honoured.

US soldier gets world's first penis and scrotum transplant

The wounded veteran who received the organ transplant says he feels "finally more normal".

Yemen war: Houthi political leader Saleh al-Sammad 'killed in air raid'

Saleh al-Sammad, head of the rebel Supreme Political Council, reportedly died in Hudaydah last week.

Waffle House gunman arrested in Nashville after manhunt

Naked gunman who killed four people at a Waffle House in Tennessee is in custody after a manhunt, police say

Multiple pedestrians hit by van in Toronto

Numerous pedestrians hit by van that fled the scene in Toronto, extent of injuries unknown, police say

Travis Reinking: How did Waffle House suspect get guns after ban?

Travis Reinking had previously been banned from owning firearms and had left a trail of red flags.

Stolen heart of French queen consort Anne of Brittany found

A 16th Century gold case containing Anne of Brittany's heart was stolen from a French museum.

Spain exhumes bodies from Valley of the Fallen civil war monument

The bodies of four men killed in the Spanish Civil War are being exhumed from a controversial monument.

Harry Potter show opens on New York's Broadway

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Lyric Theatre is an epilogue of Harry Potter's life.

Basic income trial falls flat in Finland

The experiment in paying a basic income to 2,000 jobless Finns will not be expanded.

South African women win Goldman prize for stopping nuclear deal

Makoma Lekalakala and Liz McDaid won their court case against a secret deal with Russia worth ($76bn) £54bn.

Yemen war: Saudi-led air strike on wedding 'kills 20'

Many of the victims of the attack in rebel-held Hajja province are reported to be women and children.

Ex-NFL star Jay Feely says prom gun photo a 'joke'

Jay Feely says a tweet showing him standing armed between his daughter and her date was not serious.

Avicii death: Oman police confirm 'no criminal suspicion'

Police say there were no suspicious circumstances in the DJ's death, as his family arrive in Oman.

Serzh Sargsyan: Armenian PM resigns after days of protests

Armenia's Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan resigns after days of protests against him.

BBC reporter Andy Verity was kicked in the groin in Ukraine

As he interrogated a Ukrainian mayor and suspected gangster about money laundering, Andy Verity was kicked and knocked over.

Armenia protests: Soldiers join demonstrators as unrest continues

The defence ministry has warned troops they will be punished for joining anti-government marches.

Shania Twain apologises after saying she would vote for Donald Trump

The country star apologises for her "awkward" confession that she would have voted for Donald Trump.

Israeli groom arrested over celebratory gunfire video

One MP said the celebratory footage was reminiscent of "an IS convoy somewhere in the Middle East".

Woman 'fined $500 over free Delta Air Lines flight apple'

She says she was saving the fruit for her onward flight, but was caught by a random US customs search.

North Korea bus crash kills 32 Chinese tourists

Chinese media footage showed the blue tour bus completely flipped over, with part of its body broken.

Environment prize goes to Flint water activist

An activist who helped expose a water crisis in a US town has been awarded a prestigious environment prize.

Nashville Waffle House: James Shaw denies heroism

James Shaw Jr, who wrestled the gun from the attacker, says it was a "selfish act", not heroic.

Paris attack suspect convicted in Belgium

Salah Abdeslam is found guilty of terror charges over a gunfight that led to his arrest in 2016.

Radovan Karadzic: Bosnian Serb ex-leader begins war crimes appeal

The former Bosnian Serb leader is appealing against a 40-year jail term for war crimes and genocide.

Crossing Divides: Europe 'more split' than decade ago

European societies are more divided and less tolerant than 10 years ago, a poll for the BBC shows.

The ups and downs of Trump and Macron

France's president visits his US counterpart this week, but their relationship hasn't always been steady.

France approves controversial immigration bill

The law shortens asylum application deadlines and doubles the time illegal migrants can be detained.

Waffle House shooting 'hero': 'I was saving myself'

James Shaw Jr disarmed a gunman who killed four people at a Waffle House in Nashville, Tennessee.

Nicaragua president scraps pension cuts after deadly riots

President Daniel Ortega revokes pensions and social security cuts after at least 25 people die in riots.

Jacinda Ardern: I don't mind the interest in my pregnancy

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern talks about how she'll juggle a baby with politics.

'In six days I'll lose my voice forever'

Lonnie's tongue is about to be removed. What will he say to loved ones with his final words?

'Welcome to my plastic bottle castle'

Meet "Plastic King" Robert Bezeau and his four-storey castle made out of recycled bottles in Panama.

What does a Trump-Macron bromance mean for the world?

The unlikely personal rapport between Emmanuel Macron and Donald Trump raises France's global profile.

Africans tackle Hong Kong prejudice with football

A team of African asylum seekers, All Black FC, hope football can change their lives in Hong Kong.

Viewpoint: The pitfalls of India's biometric ID scheme

Using single-number identity systems for everything is not a good idea.

Manzoor Pashteen: How Pakistan's Pashtun found a voice

A young tribesman is leading protests against killings and abductions by Pakistan's army.

Climate change: Michael Bloomberg offers $4.5m for Paris deal

The former New York Mayor offers $4.5m to cover the lapsed US contribution to the climate agreement.

Canadian accused of murder is lynched in Peruvian Amazon

Police find the body of a Canadian man who was accused of murdering an indigenous spiritual leader.

Andrea Nahles: First woman to lead Germany's social democrats

Andrea Nahles becomes the SPD's first woman leader in 154 years - at a time of crisis for the party.

Meet the man who's survived a snake, bear and shark attack

A 20-year-old outdoorsman bitten by a shark had previously survived a bear attack and snake bite.

Scuffles as Armenia protest leader Nikol Pashinyan detained

Opposition MP Nikol Pashinyan was taken into custody shortly after a TV exchange with PM Serzh Sargsyan.

Vote for BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2018

Who do you want to see win BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2018? Vote here now.

Iran nuclear deal: Macron urges Trump to stick with 2015 accord

The French leader says there are no other options for the nuclear deal, which Mr Trump opposes.

Verne Troyer: Austin Powers star's film and TV moments

Verne Troyer, who also appeared in Harry Potter as well as Celebrity Big Brother, has died at the age of 49.

London Marathon: Kenyans Kipchoge and Cheruiyot celebrate double win

Marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge win his third title, while Vivian Cheruiyot won the women's race.

Naked gunman kills three in Nashville Waffle House

The man burst into the restaurant early on Sunday and opened fire before his rifle was wrested away.

London Marathon 2017: Mo Farah finishes third as Eliud Kipchoge wins

Britain's Mo Farah finishes third at the London Marathon in a new British record as Kenyan Eliud Kipchoge wins for a third time.

Korean Air 'nut rage' sisters step down

The airline boss's daughters have lost their tempers in separate incidents that hit the headlines.

London Marathon 2018: Kenya's Vivian Cheruiyot wins but Paula Radcliffe keeps world record

Kenya's Vivian Cheruiyot wins the 2018 London Marathon but Paula Radcliffe's' mixed-gender' race world record remains intact.

Fadi al-Batsh killing: Israel dismisses involvement

Fadi al-Batsh, shot dead in Kuala Lumpur, was a member of Palestinian militant organisation Hamas.

Afghan voter centre blast kills dozens

Suicide attack at voter registration centre in Afghan capital Kabul kills at least 31 people, officials say

Nicaragua reporter killed during Facebook Live amid unrest

Ángel Gahona is gunned down on Facebook Live while reporting on a wave of anti-government protests.

ICYMI: Baby love and a centenarian pianist

A baby gorilla and centenarian pianist are among the stories you might have missed this week.

China dragon boat accident leaves 17 dead

The accident during race practice on a river in China may have been caused by a strong current.

'The largest foreign bribery case in history'

Brazil's Odebrecht scandal is one of the biggest corporate corruption cases in history.

Salisbury attack: Russian TV's claims about poisoning

What happened in Salisbury has been disputed by Russian journalists.

Barcelona win Copa del Rey

Barcelona turn on the style to hammer Sevilla and win the Copa del Rey for the fourth successive season.

Letter from Africa: The teenager fighting school bus sex pests

How one girl started an app to stop harassment of students on the commute to school in Tanzania.

How leisure time is changing for North Korea's privileged

The way Pyongyang's middle-class enjoy themselves is changing, but rural areas continue to miss out.

Pakistan's Ziarat: An ancient juniper forest and its living fossils

Mature trees at Ziarat in Balochistan are often thousands of years old, but many end up as firewood.

Avicii: Fans gather in Stockholm to remember superstar DJ

Thousands gathered in the city's Sergels Torg plaza to remember the Swedish musician, who died on Friday.

Austin Powers actor Verne Troyer dies aged 49

The actor, who also appeared on a number of TV shows, was admitted to hospital earlier this month.

Armenia leader intervenes in protest against predecessor

Armenia's president walks into a crowd of protesters to try to defuse a crisis about his predecessor.

Is hate speech law killing German comedy?

Comedians in Germany have been caught up in the county’s strict online hate speech laws.

Palestinian lecturer and Hamas member killed in Malaysia

Malaysian officials say the suspects are believed to have links to a foreign intelligence service.

Barbara Bush funeral: 1,500 people attend service in Texas

Four out of five living ex-presidents will be at the former first lady's service in Houston, Texas.

India introduces death penalty for child rapists

The change to the penal code comes amid nationwide outrage over high-profile cases of child rape.

Chemical experts leave for Douma - Russia

International experts have finally gone to the site of the suspected attack in Syria, Russia says.

North Korea missile and nuclear test halt hailed

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's announcement is welcomed by world powers, ahead of key summits.

Mia Khalifa filmed a porn scene where she was wearing a hijab.

Former porn star Mia Khalifa says she received abuse after she filmed a porn scene wearing a hijab.

Avicii's music 'will live forever': Tributes paid to the Swedish DJ

It's not yet known how he died but he had been suffering severe pancreatitis.

UN Security Council seeks to heal Syria divisions in Sweden

Members of the Security Council seek to heal divisions over Syria during a meeting in Sweden.

Rare brown bear dies in Italy capture operation

The endangered animal died in Italy during an attempt to fit him with a collar to track movements.

The best and worst space films, according to Nasa

The best and worst space films, according to Nasa

Tourist takes crowdfunded trip to British islands

American Joe Hill thought a Facebook group for Jersey, the Channel Island, was for New Jersey.

The plastic choking Indonesian rivers

A crisis of plastic waste in Indonesia has become so acute that the army has been called in to help.

North Korea undergoes an image change ahead of summits

Pyongyang softens its rhetoric toward its neighbours and gives Kim Jong-un a minor makeover as high level meetings loom.

Avicii: The superstar DJ behind some of the decade's biggest hits

Avicii headlined arenas and notched up billions of streams, but struggled with life on the road.

What do Indian parents tell their children about rape?

With so much news around rape and murder, how do parents explain these events to their children?

Why singer Lucy Dacus makes her fans cry

The US indie singer has been provoking big emotions as she tours her new album, Historian.

Nicaragua protestors over pensions called "vampires"

Two protestors and a policeman are killed in the capital, Managua, during protests over pension reform.

Allison Mack, Smallville actress, charged over Nxivm sex trafficking

Allison Mack is accused of recruiting women into the sexual and labour exploitation group Nxium.

North Korea: No need for more missile tests

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un says there is no more need for nuclear or missile tests, state media says.

A look back at Avicii's work

Swedish DJ Avicii, one of the world's biggest electronic dance music stars, has died in Oman aged 28.

Teen Vogue reporter groped at Coachella

Vera Papisova was groped at Coachella while reporting on sexual harassment for Teen Vogue.

Frida Kahlo Barbie doll banned from shop shelves in Mexico

A court rules the artist's family, who said the doll was too light-coloured, own her image rights.

Over 2,000 US schools walk out over gun violence

Students were demanding gun legislation that promotes school safety, 19 years since the Columbine massacre.

Florida police clear out classroom after shooting

A suspect is in custody after a school shooting in Ocala, Florida, left one student wounded.

World War Two heroine 'Angel of Dieppe' dies at 103

Sister Agnès-Marie Valois treated captured Canadians after the disastrous battle of Dieppe in 1942.

Russia's Telegram ban 'failing'

The messaging app is working around attempts to block it by authorities.

Coachella: Beyonce's black pride symbolism explained

The singer made history as the first black woman to headline Coachella.

Swedish DJ Avicii dies at 28

Swedish DJ Avicii, who has collaborated with the likes of Madonna and Coldplay, has died in Oman at the age of 28

How one woman was shunned for having cancer but found a 'new family'

This Kenyan woman was rejected by friends and family after being diagnosed with cervical cancer.

Trump-Russia 'collusion': Democrats file lawsuit

Documents filed in a lawsuit allege that Mr Trump's 2016 campaign "gleefully accepted" Russian help.

Barbara Bush funeral: Donald Trump not attending 'out of respect'

Melania Trump will attend Saturday's ceremony but the president will not, to "avoid disruptions".

Zimbabwe parliament summons Robert Mugabe over diamond theft claim

A parliamentary committee aims to establish the extent of diamond plundering in Zimbabwe.

Bitcoin heist: Iceland fugitive says he wants to go home

The man fled custody in Iceland and got on a plane that was carrying the country's PM.

Algerian woman denied French citizenship over handshake

An Algerian woman is denied citizenship for refusing to shake the hand of an official.

Kyrgyz mayor dons fake beard to tour city in disguise

Bishkek's first citizen says he wears a fake beard so that he can see the city's problems first-hand.

Liberia warlord 'Jungle Jabbah' jailed for 30 years in the US

One witness told the US court how he had ordered the heart of a captive to be cooked for his fighters.

India rape crisis: Twitter users rally round hunger striker

Indian Twitter users rally around hashtag "daughter in danger" in support of Delhi women's commissioner.

Commonwealth countries where it is illegal to be gay

Many Commonwealth countries have laws in place that criminalise homosexuality.

Meesha Shafi: Pakistan actress says pop star Ali Zafar harassed her

Reluctant Fundamentalist actress Meesha Shafi says singer Ali Zafar sexually harassed her.

France to ban use of meat terms to describe vegetable-based products

Makers of meat-free foods to be banned from using terms like sausages or steaks to describe products.

North and South Korea set up hotline ahead of summit

The leaders of the North and South are about to hold their first summit in over a decade.

Lois Riess: Woman who 'murdered victim and stole her identity' arrested

Lois Reiss is arrested in Texas after a nationwide manhunt following the murder of two people.

Walter Moody: Alabama executes 83-year-old

Walter Moody was the oldest prisoner to be executed since the US reinstated the death penalty in 1976.

Tammy Duckworth's newborn makes history at US Senate vote

Tammy Duckworth's daughter, Maile, was allowed into the chamber after the rules were changed.

Why a coat worn to meet the Queen makes New Zealand swell with pride

New Zealand's porime minister dons a Maori korowai, steeped in tradition and cultural significance.

Prince's original recording of Nothing Compares 2 U is finally released

The star's original version of the song was recorded six years before Sinead O'Connor made it a hit.

School shooting: US students to walk out on Columbine anniversary

Students plan the nationwide demonstration from 10:00 on the Columbine massacre anniversary.

Is East Africa ready for kitenge Fridays?

The East African Community has recommended that people in the region wear colourful cotton fabric on Fridays.

Basque group Eta apologises for role in Spain conflict

The Basque armed group is expected to announce its dissolution next month.

Africa's week in pictures: 13-19 April 2018

A selection of the best photos from across Africa this week.

Comey memos detailing conversations of Trump meetings published

Detailed notes by the former FBI director document sensitive conversations with the US president.

German swastika ticket row as Hitler play opens in Konstanz

Prosecutors gave the go-ahead for Friday's premiere despite complaints over a free ticket promotion.

Five ways China's past has shaped its present

To understand China's approach today to trade, foreign policy or censorship, consider its history.

Europe migrants: Austria to seize migrants' phones in asylum clampdown

Officials want asylum seekers to hand over their devices to check their identities and where come from.

The Amazon’s solar-powered river bus

How can you create public transport in the jungle without polluting it? The isolated Achuar peoples of Ecuador have created an ingenious solution.

Why this India priest carried an 'untouchable' into a temple

The dramatic gesture made headlines because Dalits have historically been denied entry into temples.

Lance Armstrong settles $100m US government lawsuit for $5m

Lance Armstrong agrees to pay $5m (£3.5m) to the US government to settle a long-running lawsuit that could have cost him $100m (£71m) in damages.

K-foreign: The hidden Westerners in Korean drama

South Koreans dominate the K-drama industry, but what if you're a foreigner trying to make it big?

Senator Tammy Duckworth brings her baby to chamber floor

Ten-day-old Maile's debut on the august chamber floor comes a day after senators quashed a baby ban.

Comey: No one around Trump to stop impulsive behaviour

The ex-FBI chief tells the BBC the US is becoming "numb" to the president's "impulsive behaviour".

David Copperfield forced to reveal magic trick in court

The American magician was ordered to reveal his trick in a court battle with an injured participant.

Bajau people 'evolved bigger spleens' for free-diving

In an example of human natural selection, Asia's Bajau people have evolved bigger spleens for diving.

Boracay: Paradise islanders fear tourist shutdown

The Philippine islanders are worried the tourist ban will destroy their livelihoods.

No charges over Prince drug death

No criminal charges will be filed over the death of US singer Prince in April 2016, prosecutors say.

Iran arrests official after youths dance at shopping centre concert

The head of Mashhad's Islamic guidance department had authorised a concert at a shopping centre.

Salisbury attack: Scientist Vladimir Uglev 'helped create Novichok'

Scientist Vladimir Uglev has no doubt the agent that poisoned the Skripals was made in southern Russia.

Syracuse University fraternity suspended over 'extremely racist' video

Students at a New York university were filmed using "extremely racist", "homophobic" language, chancellor says.

Swaziland king renames country 'the Kingdom of eSwatini'

King Mswati III declares a name change at events celebrating independence and his 50th birthday.

Cuba's Raúl Castro hands over power to Miguel Díaz-Canel

For the first time in almost six decades, Cuba has a leader who is not a Castro.

How an engine blast sparked an on-board safety conversation

Airline staff take to social media to complain about passengers ignoring their advice.

South Africa rhino poaching: 'Web of corruption' blamed

Entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson, conservationist Jane Goodall and others urge more action.

India video reunites man with family after 40 years

A former Indian soldier who disappeared in 1978 finds his family after they spot him on YouTube.

What's the first film to be shown in Saudi Arabian cinemas?

For the first time in 35 years, Saudis are allowed to go to the cinema.

Elon Musk: Walking out of meetings, and other advice from tech gurus

What do tech leaders like Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg and Jeff Bezos have to say about meetings?

Frozen star misses Broadway show: 'Even Disney princesses get terrified'

Patti Murin, star of Broadway's Frozen, is applauded for opening up about her mental health.

Lesbian mums can't register baby in Italy

Officials in Turin say they won't register a boy born to a Turin counsellor by artificial insemination.

Banyan: Insecticide 'drip' to save 700-year-old Indian tree

Spread across three acres, the tree is reportedly the second largest of its kind in the world.

The Commonwealth of Nations: Who's in the club?

Some members have left and joined the group more than once.

Mohammed Zammar: German jihadist 'detained by Syrian Kurds'

Mohammed Zammar, who was linked to the 9/11 attackers, is reportedly being held in northern Syria.

Miguel Díaz-Canel: The man succeeding the Castros

Miguel Díaz-Canel is set to be Cuba's new leader after almost 60 years with a Castro at the helm.

Texas emergency operator jailed for 911 call hang ups

Crenshanda Williams terminated calls from people including reports of robberies and murders.

Ex-Playboy model free to discuss alleged Trump affair

Karen McDougal reaches a settlement allowing her to discuss her alleged affair with President Trump.

Nasa's Tess: Planet-hunting satellite lifts off

Nasa's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (Tess) searches for new planets.

Skripal poisoning: The man who made Novichok

The BBC's Steve Rosenberg speaks to a retired Russian scientist who says he made nerve agents.

Hans Asperger ‘collaborated with Nazis’ in WWII

A medical journal suggests the renowned autism paediatrician was a Nazi collaborator.

Puerto Rico hit by first island-wide blackout since Hurricane Maria

It is the first island-wide power outage since Hurricane Maria hit the US territory seven months ago.

Manhattan nanny Yoselyn Ortega guilty of murdering children

The children's mother returned to find her two children's bodies and the killer stabbing herself.

The famous musician who drives a taxi

This Washington taxi driver has a big secret - he is a musical star who composes in his car.

Kansas militia men guilty of plot to bomb Somalis' mosque

The trio, who belonged to a group called the Crusaders, were infiltrated by an FBI informant.

Texas house explodes after vehicle crashes into it

Officers responded to a call after a vehicle crashed into a home. Seconds later, the house exploded.

Ex-FBI chief on Trump: I'm 'the breakup he can't get over'

Former FBI director James Comey shares what it's like to be attacked by President Trump on Twitter.

Starbucks race row: Howard Schultz 'ashamed' of cafe arrest

Howard Schultz said Philadelphia Starbucks incident was "reprehensible" and "not who Starbucks is."

Wrestling legend Bruno Sammartino dies at age 82

The Italian-American wrestler held the WWE championship for 11 years, longer than anyone else.

German police investigate anti-Semitic attack in Berlin

A video of the incident shows a man hitting the pair with his belt and shouting anti-Semitic abuse.

Barbara Bush: A life in pictures

The former US first lady, mother of a president and literacy campaigner has died at the age of 92.

'Total con job': Trump lashes out over Stormy Daniels sketch

The president breaks a long Twitter silence over his alleged affair with an adult film actress.

Autistic teen's Lego Titanic replica on display in US

The autistic boy says the project, which took over 700 hours, helped him to overcome his condition.

Cuba nominates Castro replacement

Cuba's lawmakers say Miguel Díaz-Canel is sole candidate to succeed Raúl Castro, bringing family's rule to an end

Belgium firms prosecuted over exporting Sarin precursor to Syria

The three firms say they did not know their exports of a Sarin-linked chemical to Syria might be illegal.

London mayor: Justin Trudeau and Jacinda Ardern are leading feminists

London mayor Sadiq Khan praises Justin Trudeau and Jacinda Ardern for their influence on gender issues.

Southwest crash: Passengers praise pilot for safe landing

Tammie Jo Shults, a 10-year veteran of the US Navy, is lauded for her "nerves of steel".

Turkey's President Erdogan calls snap election in June

Presidential and parliamentary elections will be brought forward to 24 June.

A neighbourhood in Victorville, California, is besieged by tumbleweed

Strong desert winds have brought unwelcome spikey visitors to Victorville, California, US

Australians split over plans to trap urban peacocks

City councils want to stop the bird population from growing and damaging the local ecosystem.

Justin Trudeau wants 'seamless' UK trade deal after Brexit

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau wants a deal that will "flip over the day after Brexit".

Taiwan accuses China of 'sabre rattling' as naval drill begins

China's one-day exercise follows warnings against independence moves by the self-governing island.

Barbara Bush: Tributes after former US first lady dies

Tributes are paid to a woman whose husband and son were both US presidents.

Trump hails CIA chief Mike Pompeo's secret trip to N Korea

CIA chief Mike Pompeo formed a "good relationship" with North Korea's leader, the US leader tweets.

Cuba lawmakers meet to choose Raúl Castro's successor

Raúl Castro will step down at the National Assembly session, bringing an end to the Castro era.

Czech rum gets stay of execution after EU ruling

European Union gives manufacturers five years to replace ingredient of popular drink which has been linked to cancer.

Zimbabwe sacks thousands of nurses on strike

But some believe the dramatic move is just a tactic to get the nurses to go back to work.

Woman dies after being partially sucked out of plane window

A US airliner experienced a mid-air engine failure, causing a broken window that led to pressure dropping dramatically in the cabin.

Iceland's Bitcoin heist suspect 'flees on PM's plane'

The man fled from Iceland to Sweden on a passenger plane reportedly also carrying the prime minister.

German mass raids target forced prostitution gang

Police aim to break up a network that smuggled Thais into Germany and forced them into sex work.

Samoa wants nothing to do with drunken sailors

Officials warn nation's seafarers about the perils of strong drink as they take up new jobs abroad.

India journalist threatened over anti-rape cartoon

The cartoon has been shared by thousands but her use of Hindu gods has sparked anger in India.

'Confused' UN envoy Nikki Haley hits back at White House

Comments by a Trump aide that Nikki Haley is "confused" over Russia sanctions draw a sharp response.

Canadian Melina Roberge jailed over cruise ship drug scheme

Melina Roberge was motivated by money and a chance to post "glamorous" photos, a judge says.

Facebook seeks facial recognition consent in EU and Canada

Amid a privacy crisis, Facebook asks permission to expand use of facial recognition technology.

Minister ridiculed for saying ancient India invented internet

Biplap Deb cited the ancient Hindu epic Mahabharata but his statement has attracted ridicule.

Stormy Daniels: 'That's between Trump and his family'

Adult film actress Stormy Daniels appears on daytime television to talk about President Donald Trump.

Watch US tornado rip roof from house

Tornadoes in the southern US have killed one and wreaked havoc across several states.

Abe commends Trump for agreeing to summit with Kim Jong-un

Japan's leader is also expected to discuss trade with his US counterpart as they meet in Florida.

Stormy Daniels unveils sketch of man who 'threatened' her

The adult film star's lawyer offers $100,000 for information on a man who allegedly threatened her.

Starbucks to shut more than 8,000 cafes for race training

The coffee store chain will close all its branches in the US for "racial bias" education.

Sandy Hook parents sue radio host Alex Jones for defamation

The parents, whose children were killed in the 2012 school attack, sue Alex Jones for damages.

Diamond Platinumz is in trouble for a kiss

One of Africa's top musicians is being questioned by Tanzanian police for a video of him kissing a woman.

'Hey Starbucks, is it my skin colour?'

A black customer denied access to a store toilet films a white customer who was given the code.

Southwest Airlines incident: Jet makes emergency landing in Philadelphia

The Southwest Airlines plane landed in Philadelphia en route from New York to Dallas.

US plane makes emergency landing after engine explodes

A Southwest Airlines plane made an emergency landing in Philadelphia after one of its engines exploded.

Japan minister apologises over escaped prisoner

The convicted thief is believed to have stolen items ranging from socks to a car since his escape.

Matthew Mellon: US billionaire dies in Mexico

Matthew Mellon, the scion of two US banking dynasties, passed away in a rehab centre in Mexico.

Russia's Telegram block hits web users

Russia blocks millions of IP addresses in move to shut down Telegram messaging platform.

Bialowieza forest: Poland broke EU law by logging

Large-scale logging in Bialowieza forest violated EU law, the European Court of Justice rules.

Performing bear at Russian match is 'inhumane' - animal welfare groups

Footage of a bear performing in front of fans before a Russian league match is condemned as "shocking and inhumane" by animal welfare groups.

Fresh kidnapping by dissident rebel group rocks Ecuador

News of a fresh kidnapping days after three journalists were confirmed killed has shocked Ecuador.

US tax cuts: Are they the biggest in American history?

On Tax Day, Reality Check examines Donald Trump's claim that the most recently passed US tax bill represents the "biggest tax cut" in American history.

IMF predicts stronger growth but warns of risks

The IMF forecasts global growth this year to be the strongest since 2011, but warns over trade barriers.

Theresa May 'deeply regrets' UK's colonial anti-gay laws

Theresa May says the laws, still used in 37 Commonwealth nations, "were wrong then and are wrong now".

Singer Jessie J wins Chinese equivalent of X-Factor

The British musician was announced as the winner of Chinese programme Singer 2018.

Big Tom McBride, Irish country music star, dies at 81

The County Monaghan singer's career spanned more than five decades on the Irish country music scene.

R Kelly faces fresh sexual misconduct allegation

The R&B singer is accused of "knowingly" infecting an ex-lover with a sexually transmitted disease.

Armenia protests spread as parliament votes on new PM

A "popular non-violent velvet revolution" is under way, according to the protests' chief organiser.

India parents 'paid to sabotage daughter's rape trial'

The 15-year-old and her parents first went to police after she was kidnapped and gang raped last year.

Inside Douma: Where 'chemical weapons' hit

A journey into the recently recaptured city reveals humanitarian suffering and a bomb-making factory.

Frenchman gets 'third face' in new transplant

Jérôme Hamon is the first patient to have two facial transplants and says he is doing well.

Sarah Sellers: The nurse who was runner-up in Boston marathon

Sarah Sellers, a full-time nurse, shocks America by claiming $75,000 second place prize.

Japan detention centre immigrants start hunger strike

More than 40 detainees are reported to be refusing food after the apparent suicide of an Indian man.

Book lifts lid on Finland's £475,000 armoured car

A book by a Finnish official claims that civil servants spent nearly half a million pounds on an armoured limousine that proved impractical to use.

Kids ask Nasa astronaut about going to space

Karen Nyberg, who's been to space twice, answers questions from primary school children.

The story of the Windrush generation

Thousands of people from across the Commonwealth moved to the UK in the mid-20th century.

France's Macron urges defence of democracy in EU

The French leader warns Europe not to be a "generation of sleepwalkers" ignorant of its past.

Bialowieza forest: Poland broke EU law by logging

Poland violated EU law by ordering large-scale logging in Bialowieza forest, Europe's top court says.

Baboons prop up barrels to escape Texas research centre

Staff at the San Antonio centre are changing the enclosures after three baboons briefly got free.

Rugby Australia 'accepts' Folau's explanation in anti-gay row

Israel Folau did not mean to cause hurt by saying gay people would go to hell, Rugby Australia accepts.

Syria chemical attack: Investigators allowed to visit site

Russia says investigators will be allowed to visit the alleged chemical attack site on Wednesday.

Brisbane house fire: Three dead after 'explosion', police say

The bodies of two women and a man were found in a house in Brisbane, police say.

Starbucks staff to get 'unconscious bias' training

The coffee chain apologises to two black men arrested when a manager refused to let them use a toilet.

Rebel groups fight over coca-growing region in Colombia

The provincial governor declares a state of emergency, intended to help displaced families.

Why has Saudi Arabia suddenly decided cinema is OK?

Saudi Arabia's decision to open its first cinema for 35 years hints at wider changes taking place.

Exorcism: Vatican course opens doors to 250 priests

The week-long session teaches priests how to deal with "demonic possession".

'Malaria killed my daughter, I'm protecting others now'

Senegal is on track to be declared malaria-free by 2030.

Canada sends home families of diplomats posted in Cuba

The move comes as 10 Canadians in Havana continue to suffer from unexplained nausea, officials say.

Delay for Nasa's Tess planet-hunter

The Tess mission designed to survey the sky for new worlds has its launch delayed by at least 48 hours.

NYT and New Yorker win joint Pulitzer for Weinstein exposé

The journalism honour is won for reporting on the Hollywood producer's alleged sexual misconduct.

Sean Hannity unmasked as Trump lawyer's mystery client

Michael Cohen, the long-time lawyer for Mr Trump, is forced to reveal that Sean Hannity is a client.

Germans find 'Harald Bluetooth' medieval treasure

Silver coins and jewellery linked to a 10th-century king are found on Germany's Baltic coast.

Starbucks: Philadelphia arrests of black men 'reprehensible'

The manager of the Philadelphia cafe has left amid protests over the "discriminatory" police call.

Singapore uncovers 'high-tech' exam cheating plot

A tutor in Singapore admits helping Chinese students cheat in their exams, using Bluetooth devices.

Russia accused of global net hack attacks

Russia is seeking to hijack essential internet hardware, US and UK intelligence agencies allege.

Nasa planet-hunter set for launch

The Tess mission will survey nearly the entire sky and is expected to find thousands of new worlds.

Alleged serial killer Bruce McArthur charged in eighth death

Toronto police have identified the latest suspected victim after seeking help from the public.

Syria: Does Russia always use a veto at the UN Security Council?

Russia has been criticised for vetoing UN resolutions related to Syria.

China's ZTE 'poses risk to UK security'

Cyber-defence watchdog tells the UK telecoms sector not to use the Chinese firm's equipment.

Stormy Daniels to attend Trump lawyer hearing over FBI search

She will attend a hearing for Michael Cohen, who she claims paid her to hide an affair with Mr Trump.

South Carolina prison riot leaves seven inmates dead

At least 17 prisoners are also injured in violence at a maximum security facility in South Carolina.

Ex-Auschwitz SS guard charged in Germany

The former Nazi, now 94, is accused of assisting in mass murder when he was 19.

Gay vultures' chick from Amsterdam Royal Zoo released

A vulture chick that was raised by gay parents in a zoo in Amsterdam is set free in Sardinia.

Music by Nazi death camp prisoners played for first time

The songs were collected over decades by an Italian composer and performed at a concert in Israel.

Mass protest in Barcelona over Catalan leaders' detention

Thousands of Catalans march in Barcelona to call for the release of separatist leaders.

Facebook expels alt-right figurehead

White nationalist Richard Spencer's three Facebook pages are blocked on a permanent basis.

Korean Air CEO's daughter suspended 'for throwing water'

Korean Air suspends one of its top executives while police investigate her for abusive behaviour.

Bangladesh rejects Myanmar claim that Rohingya family was repatriated

Myanmar said a family of five Rohingya had been "repatriated" but Bangladesh has rejected the claim.

Syria air strikes: Russia 'not tampering' with chemical attack site

The Russian foreign minister tells the BBC there is no proof a chemical attack took place.

Russian reporter Borodin dead after mystery fall

Maxim Borodin wrote about the deaths of mercenaries in Syria and was found below his flat.

Russia's Artek youth camp hosted Assad children

The Syrian president's teenagers stayed at a famous beach camp in Russian-controlled Crimea.

US pastor goes on trial in Turkey after arrest in coup crackdown

Turkey accuses evangelical pastor Andrew Brunson of having ties to exiled preacher Fethullah Gulen's group.

India child gang rape trial begins in fast-track court

Eight Hindu men are accused of raping, torturing and murdering the eight-year-old Muslim girl.

Conchita Wurst reveals HIV diagnosis

The Eurovision winner says she has been receiving regular treatment for several years.

China's Sina Weibo backtracks from gay content ban after outrage

The Chinese social media giant has reversed a ban on gay content after a wave of defiant protests.

Full Metal Jacket drill sergeant R Lee Ermey dies aged 74

R Lee Ermey, a real-life drill sergeant turned military character actor, has died.

Singapore photographer: 'I've lost the city I used to shoot'

An 81-year-old photographer is nostalgic for the long-vanished Singapore he used to capture.

North Korea's secret slave gangs

A BBC investigation finds that North Korean workers are being exported to make money for the government.

Syria air strikes: Macron says he convinced Trump not to pull out troops

France's president also says he convinced his US ally to limit recent strikes to chemical sites.

Syria 'chemical attack': Girl seen in hospital video speaks

This is the story of Masa, who survived the suspected chemical attack in Syria, in her own words.

Barbara Bush, ailing ex-first lady, declines further hospital care

The former US first lady will now spend her time in "comfort care" with her family.

Starbucks apologises amid backlash over arrest of black men

The coffee chain offers "deepest apologies" after two men are handcuffed in one of their shops.

Syria air strikes: Trump defends claiming 'mission accomplished'

The US president accuses "fake news media" of trying to demean US-led strikes on Syria.

Donald Trump attacks James Comey's FBI memoir of 'lies'

The US president says the former FBI director's book is "fake" and suggests he should be jailed.

Somaliland poet jailed for Somalia reunification poetry

Pressure groups in Somaliland say poet Nacima Qorane's basic human rights have been violated.

Italian film-maker Vittorio Taviani dies

Alongside his brother, Vittorio Taviani became one of Italy's best-known directors over decades.

Israel destroys 'longest and deepest' Gaza tunnel

The tunnel was heading towards an Israeli community near the Gaza border, Israel's military says.

Beyonce reunites Destiny's Child at Coachella

The girl band performed together for the first time since 2015 during Beyonce's set at the US festival

Australia bushfire threatens Sydney suburbs homes

Hundreds of firefighters are tackling the blaze as residents are told to seek shelter.

ICYMI: A huge robot and presenter in the pool

Some stories you might have blinked and missed this week.

David Buckel: US lawyer sets himself on fire in climate protest

David Buckel, known for his work for LGBT people, died after setting himself on fire in New York.

Police video shows YouTube shooter asleep in car before attack

California police release bodycam footage from an encounter with YouTube shooter Nasim Aghdam.

Mali militants attack bases disguised as UN peacekeepers

One genuine UN peacekeeper is dead and many French soldiers are wounded after the attack.

Syria air strikes: US still 'locked and loaded' for new chemical attacks

President Trump vows to repeat Saturday's strikes on Syria if it carries out new chemical attacks.

The hidden secrets of India's world record-breaking 'fairy cave'

The BBC's Soutik Biswas gets a glimpse of the world's longest sandstone cave in north-eastern India.

Families caught in Trump's refugee clampdown

Historically, the US has led the world in welcoming refugees - but that's changing under Trump.

Syria air strikes: Why now and will they work?

Experts explain why the US, Britain and France have chosen to launch air strikes in Syria and how effective this will be.

Hungary: Thousands march in anti-Orban demo in Budapest

Organisers say 100,000 protesters marched against Viktor Orban's recently re-elected government.

Syria air strikes: Were they legal?