Abounding Opportunities

Rising temperatures may be having a profound impact on one of the world's favourite songbirds.

Coronavirus: Are loss of smell and taste key symptoms?

However, experts say a fever and a cough are still the main ones to look out for.

Coronavirus: Zoom under increased scrutiny as popularity soars

The New York attorney general has written to the videoconferencing company about its security measures.

Coronavirus: Mandatory quarantine in a five-star Sydney hotel

Australians who return from overseas are now required to spend 14 days in quarantine in hotels.

Coronavirus: Stock markets suffer worst quarter since 1987

The Dow Jones and FTSE 100 have fallen more than 20% since the start of the year.

Coronavirus: Love knows no borders for elderly couple

An octogenarian couple are defying the pandemic by meeting up for a daily cross-border chat.

Coronavirus: Millions will be left in poverty, World Bank warns

"Significant economic pain seems unavoidable in all countries”, the World Bank warns.

Blood test 'can check for more than 50 types of cancer'

The test could help diagnose tumours sooner, often before any symptoms, scientists hope.

Coronavirus: Three out of four of Americans under some form of lockdown

As more states impose restrictions, President Trump and governors quarrel over test kits.

Coronavirus: 'Nurses prepare for the worst but not this'

A New York City nurse tells the BBC what it's really like on the front line of the US outbreak.

Coronavirus: The grim crisis in Europe's care homes

News is emerging of growing numbers of deaths from coronavirus in care homes across Europe.

Coronavirus: The good that can come out of an upside-down world

There are reasons to believe the world may emerge from this upheaval enhanced, writes Matthew Syed.

'Phone slipped into the bath': Conference call tales

How to avoid some of the pitfalls of teleconferencing and how it is changing the way we meet and do business.

Coronavirus and sex: What you need to know

All your questions about sex in the time of coronavirus, answered.

A visual guide to the economic impact

Key maps and charts explain how the virus has impacted markets and businesses around the world.

Coronavirus symptoms: What are they and how do I protect myself?

The virus is spreading around the world, but what is it and what are the symptoms?

Coronavirus social distancing advice: What two metres looks like

The UK government is advising us to stay two metres apart - but what does that look like?

Chinese forest fire: Firefighters and guide killed in Sichuan blaze

The group tackling a massive blaze in Sichuan were trapped by a sudden change in wind direction.

Coronavirus: Anger as migrants sprayed with disinfectant in India

Footage shared thousands of times shows a group of workers in India being sprayed with chemicals.

Houseparty offers $1m reward for proof of sabotage

The company says claims it exposed users data were part of a commercial smear campaign.

Trump on coronavirus: Heated response to 'snarky, nasty question'

The US president launches an attack on a CNN journalist who questioned his coronavirus response.

Thomas Becket: Alpine ice sheds light on medieval murder

Ancient air pollution, trapped in ice, reveals details about life and death in 12th Century Britain.

Coronavirus: I'm in lockdown with my abuser

The BBC has spoken to two women who are currently under lockdown with men who have abused them.

Coronavirus: American Airlines to seek $12bn in state aid

The US carrier says it will ask for government help to survive during the coronavirus downturn.

Lagos lockdown over coronavirus: 'How will my children survive?'

Nigeria's commercial hub and the capital have gone into lockdown to curb the spread of coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Has the virus brought borders back to Europe?

The BBC’s Gavin Lee took a road trip in Europe's Schengen area to see how free movement has changed.

Coronavirus: US death rates v China, Italy and South Korea

The US has seen its cases spike dramatically in recent days and these graphs show what could be in store.

Coronavirus: Italy extends lockdown amid hopes of turning corner

The number of new daily coronavirus infections is 1,648, down from 3,815 on Sunday.

Coronavirus: Syria reports first death amid warning of spread

The government says nine other people tested positive, but medics suspect there are many more cases.

Coronavirus: US senator probed for alleged insider trading - reports

Scrutiny falls on the Republican intelligence committee chair for selling shares before a market crash.

Coronavirus: Spain's coronavirus outbreak 'slowing'

Spain is the worst-affected country behind Italy, but ministers are hopeful the curve is flattening.

Singapore gay sex ban: Court rejects appeals to overturn law

A judge rejects three appeals, saying the law “remains important in reflecting public sentiment”.

Sierra Leone overturns ban on pregnant schoolgirls

The ban was introduced in 2015 as schools reopened after the Ebola crisis.

Peacock spiders show more of their colours

A new batch of these ostentatiously coloured and popular arachnids is described in Australia.

Van Gogh painting Spring Garden stolen from Dutch museum

Thieves broke into a museum that is shut because of the coronavirus outbreak.

'Virus-fighting' scientist gets magnets stuck in nose

The astrophysicist was trying to create a necklace which would stop people touching their faces.

Hungary government gets sweeping powers

Critics accuse Prime Minister Viktor Orban of exploiting coronavirus to silence opposition.

Coronavirus: Start-ups use Zoom app to lay off staff

Two California-based start-ups confirm they have used the conference-call app to lay off staff.

Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics: New dates confirmed for 2021

The Tokyo Olympic Games will start on 23 July, 2021 and finish 8 August, with the Paralympics following from 25 August to 5 September.

Why Taiwan has become a problem for WHO

Taiwan is effectively locked out of the World Health Organization - and tensions are rising.

Coronavirus: Huge crowds as India lockdown sparks mass migration

Hundreds of thousands have left cities as India went into lockdown to stop coronavirus outbreak.

Coronavirus: Field hospitals treating coronavirus patients around world

As the number of cases globally soars, many countries build temporary hospitals for patients.

Colombia's ELN rebels call ceasefire over coronavirus

The ELN rebel group said it would lay down arms from 1 April for a month as a "humanitarian gesture".

Alan Merrill: I Love Rock 'N' Roll songwriter dies of coronavirus

Alan Merrill co-wrote and sang the glam rock classic before Joan Jett made it famous.

A place that makes you ask the questions that really matter

The BBC's Justin Rowlatt found a visit to Antarctica made him emotional, and ultimately hopeful.

Coronavirus: EasyJet grounds entire fleet of planes due to virus

The budget airline says it cannot currently give a date for when it will restart commercial flights.

Coronavirus: Oil price collapses to lowest level for 18 years

The price of crude sinks to $23 a barrel as demand plummets due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus: YouTube stars urge fans to stay at home

More than 100 YouTubers appear in a video message encouraging people to stay at home.

North Korea hails 'super large' launcher test as virus timing condemned

South Korea's army issued a stern statement saying that testing comes at a "very inappropriate" time.

Message from president who led Ebola battle

Liberia's ex-President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf says the world must conquer fear to deal with coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Mercedes F1 to make breathing aid

Thousands of the devices, which deliver oxygen to the lungs without needing a ventilator, could be made.

Coronavirus: Trump extends restrictions beyond Easter

The US president extends measures to 30 April, saying casualties are likely to peak in two weeks.

Coronavirus: Six months before UK 'returns to normal' - deputy chief medical officer

The UK faces reviews of measures every three weeks for six months or more, says deputy chief medical officer.

Coronavirus: The fears of a Kenyan domestic worker who can't stay at home

Esther has to keep working to feed her family in Kenya but is worried about catching coronavirus.

Trump says Harry and Meghan must pay for security

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge reportedly moved from Canada to the US amid the virus outbreak.

Coronavirus: 'Millions' of Americans could be infected, expert warns

The US government's leading expert warns up to 200,000 people could die, as cases continue to rise.

Coronavirus: Belarus Premier League attracts global attention as it plays on

Football fans around the world are turning to Belarus to get their fix during lockdown as the game carries on in the former Soviet republic.

Coronavirus: Major cities empty as lockdown measures continue

Cities around the world are almost deserted as measures to tackle the coronavirus pandemic continue.

Coronavirus: India's PM Modi seeks 'forgiveness' over lockdown

Narendra Modi apologises for sweeping restrictions that have left many jobless and hungry.

Coronavirus: Brazil's Bolsonaro in denial and out on a limb

The president is isolating himself from other world leaders as he downplays the coronavirus pandemic.

Close-up footage of Arkansas tornado

An active weather front brings a rapid developing and destructive tornado to Arkansas

Coronavirus: Trump backs away from New York quarantine

The US president now says the move is not necessary, after the idea was labelled "preposterous".

Coronavirus: Zimbabwean broadcaster Zororo Makamba died 'alone and scared'

The death of young Zimbabwean journalist Zororo Makamba exposes his country's healthcare problems.

Introducing the soaring melodies of Azure Ryder

How one of pop’s brightest new voices found confidence by taking control of a plane.

Could synthetic fish be a better catch of the day?

Start-ups are growing fish "meat" in labs and say it will be competitive with fish from the sea.

Teen figure skater's Special Olympics dream

Thirteen-year-old Ornela has Down's syndrome and is training to compete in the World Games next year.

Abandoned Soviet-era resort refugees call home

Georgia plans to revive Tskaltubo, an abandoned Soviet-era spa town, but it's an uncertain time for thousands of civil war refugees living among the decaying sanatoriums.

How I built a 12-country haircare business

Michelle Ntalami couldn't buy the products she wanted for her hair, so she set up a company to sell them.

Lockdown, what lockdown? Sweden's unusual response to coronavirus

While swathes of Europe are under lockdown, Sweden is allowing life to go on much as normal.

Coronavirus ICYMI: Special deliveries, a parrot and hotels

Here are some stories you may have missed this week.

Raving to the BBC News theme tune goes viral

Have you seen the kitchen 'remix' of the BBC News theme tune yet?

Coronavirus: Lessons for lockdown from an Italian family

The Aninnis have been in lockdown in Rome for nearly three weeks. What advice do they have for other families?

'Memes should be archived in a museum'

People social distancing are sharing memes to feel connected but could they be preserved in a museum?

Coronavirus: Trump 'considering quarantine on New York'

The president says he is considering quarantining the state, but its governor expresses surprise.

Coronavirus: India defiant as millions struggle under lockdown

The government defends strict lockdown measures that have left millions stranded and without food.

Coronavirus: Lack of medical supplies 'a national shame'

Doctors in the United States share the difficulty of obtaining gear to treat patients with Covid-19.

Coronavirus: Deserted London landmarks seen from above

Some of the city's most popular landmarks are devoid of the usual crowds as people stay indoors to help combat coronavirus.

Coronavirus cradle Wuhan partly reopens after lockdown

People enter the Chinese city where the coronavirus outbreak began for the first time in months.

Coronavirus: OneWeb blames pandemic for collapse

OneWeb, the high-profile London-based satellite start-up, files for bankruptcy protection in the US.

Joseph Lowery: Veteran US civil rights leader dies aged 98

Joseph Lowery, a former "dear friend" of Martin Luther King Jr, was a champion for civil rights.

Coronavirus: Russia sees no epidemic but starts shutdown

Russia begins a "non-working week" to try to slow the spread of coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Cruise ship in race to transfer passengers off Panama coast

A vessel carrying more than 1,800 people off Panama is moving healthy passengers to a sister ship.

Pope gives prayer to empty St Peter's Square

The service usually only happens twice a year but was given as Italy's coronavirus death toll passes 9,000.

Coronavirus: From clapping to kindness, five reasons to be hopeful

As coronavirus continues to spread, the worst of the crisis has brought out of the best in humanity.

Manu Dibango: The saxophone legend who inspired a disco groove

Manu Dibango, whose Soul Makossa filled New York dance floors, died this week at the age of 86.

Coronavirus lockdown in India: ‘Beaten and abused for doing my job’

India's last-mile delivery executives are struggling to function as the country goes in lockdown.

Coronavirus: The woman behind India's first testing kit

With the first made-in-India kits, the country could hugely scale up testing for the coronavirus.

'I bought a winery and it caused a US-French row'

When US entrepreneur Michael Baum bought a famous French vineyard it caused a trans-Atlantic spat.

Coronavirus: A college course world wants to study right now

More than one million people have enrolled in a Yale course on well-being. So what's its secret?

South Africa: 'Our children are dying, but President Ramaphosa doesn't care'

South Africa's leader Cyril Ramaphosa is accused of inaction over a spate of child murders.

How Marsha Hunt fought Hollywood blacklisting

The 102-year-old is one of the last people still alive who was named as a communist sympathiser.

Coronavirus lockdown: Clubbers go online for music

With the coronavirus lockdown bringing normal nightlife to an end, some enterprising DJs are going online.

Coronavirus: Stranded in another country

BBC News speaks to some of the people from the UK who have been stranded abroad due to the pandemic.

Coronavirus: 150 Tunisians self-isolate in factory to make masks

They are churning out 50,000 a day, plus other gear to keep doctors protected from coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Tesla donates hundreds of ventilators to New York

New York has the highest number of coronavirus cases in the US and a shortage of ventilators.

Coronavirus: Mountain light show sends message to Swiss

The country's severe coronavirus crisis is highlighted by its most famous peak, the Matterhorn.

Coronavirus: More than 900 deaths in a day in Italy

Officials confirm 969 deaths, the highest daily tally so far, bringing Italy's death toll to 9,134.

Congress passes huge financial stimulus package

The $2 trillion boost is the largest ever as coronavirus cases continue to rise, hitting the economy.

Locked down India struggles to feed its homeless

With millions of migrant labourers and homeless people left without income, officials are struggling to help.

Coronavirus: Deaths rise sharply in Spain while infection rate stabilises

With strict measures in place to fight coronavirus, officials believe the outbreak's peak is close.

Coronavirus: India 'super spreader' quarantines 40,000 people

A religious preacher in the northern state of Punjab who died of Covid-19 may have infected hundreds.

Bob Dylan's first song in eight years is about JFK's assassination

The 17-minute song ruminates on the 1960s and the assassination of President John F Kennedy.

Coronavirus: Malaysian men in shopping muddle amid lockdown

Confusion for some in the grocery aisles as Malaysia allows only 'heads of the family' to shop.

Coronavirus: How can I shop or get deliveries and takeaways safely?

If coronavirus can be transferred on to surfaces, safe food shopping presents challenges.

Pop star MP Bobi Wine sings coronavirus alert for the world

Uganda's Bobi Wine is using his music to encourage collective action to stop the spread of the virus.

Coronavirus travel: China bars foreign visitors as imported cases rise

From Saturday, foreigners will not be allowed into China - even if they have visas.

French Christian charity workers kidnapped in Iraq are freed

The three French nationals and an Iraqi were abducted in Baghdad in January.

Coronavirus: Tears, fears and anxiety amid job losses

Rosie Alumbaugh lost both her jobs this month. She's one of more than 3 million Americans unemployed because of coronavirus.

Coronavirus: South Africa begins three-week lockdown

Police and the army patrol the streets as all but essential movement is banned across the country.

No alcohol, no dog walks: Lockdown life in South Africa

South Africa government has introduced stringent measures to halt the spread of coronavirus.

The uncertain future for China's electric car makers

China is the biggest market for electric vehicles, but the coronavirus is the latest blow to shake the industry.

Coronavirus: Here's how you can stop bad information from going viral

Experts are calling on the public to practice ‘information hygiene’ to help stop the spread of falsehoods online.

Africa's week in pictures: 20-26 March 2020

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

Green sea turtles: Vulnerable animal's hatching season draws to close

The green sea turtle is vulnerable to extinction as the climate warms, Australian scientists say.

Coronavirus: Fears of virus in Idlib refugee camps

There have been stark warnings from doctors, aid workers and the UN, that camps for the displaced in north-western Syria could be devastated by an outbreak of coronavirus.

Coronavirus: How do you cope in a flatshare?

Ella from North London lives with four other people, including someone who is high risk.

Coronavirus: Mexicans demand crackdown on Americans crossing the border

Wearing face masks, protesters blocked the US southern border, telling Americans to 'stay home'

US unemployment claims hit record

The number of people in the US seeking jobless benefits jumped to nearly 3.3 million last week.

Nicolas Maduro: US charges Venezuelan president with drug crimes

It also offers a $15m (£12.5m) reward for information leading to Nicolás Maduro's arrest.

Coping with coronavirus anxiety

Anxiety UK have experienced a big rise in callers since the Covid-19 outbreak.

Robert Levinson: Iran denies US former agent died there

His family say they now believe he died in custody in the Islamic republic, where he vanished in 2007.

Coronavirus: Fears over rapid spread in Italy's south

As the worst-hit northern region sees improvements, concerns are growing over poorer southern areas.

Coronavirus: Australia reverses 30 minute hair appointment rule

Barbers and hairdressers have been allowed to remain open, despite coronavirus restrictions.

Coronavirus: Robert Kelly whose kids crashed BBC interview talks about working from home

The BBC speaks to the family who became a global hit in 2017 when the children crashed a live TV interview.

Coronavirus: Man planning to bomb Missouri hospital killed, FBI says

The suspect wanted to bomb a facility treating coronavirus cases to cause severe harm, the FBI says.

India coronavirus: $22bn bailout announced for the poor

The package is aimed at countering the economic impact of the global Covid-19 pandemic.

Coronavirus: Inside a Covid-19 intensive care unit

In a South Korean ICU, nurses wearing heavy self-contained respiratory systems work two-hour shifts.

Great Barrier Reef suffers third mass bleaching in five years

The third such event in five years prompts scientists to renew urgent warnings about climate change.

Asian tiger sends virus economic impact signal

Singapore's sharp slowdown suggests a major contraction for a world economy battling coronavirus.

Coronavirus row helps topple Kosovo government

The ruling coalition implodes over differences on how to fight the pandemic, with no clear way forward.

Why orange juice prices are soaring on global markets

Demand is rising for orange juice during virus outbreak while supply is hit by transport restrictions.

Coronavirus: Flight attendant gives emotional goodbye as routes cease

Cassy Appleton receives applause from passengers as Virgin Australia prepares to suspend flights.

Coronavirus capital by capital: How are Europeans coping with shutdown?

Europeans face a blizzard of restrictions on their freedoms as authorities try to stop the spread.

Coronavirus: Words at the window from those in isolation

Portraits of families self-isolating in Brooklyn to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Why some countries wear face masks and others don't

Step outside without a face mask in Hong Kong and you'll get looks. That's not true elsewhere. Why?

Coronavirus: One case lays bare America's testing failure

"Open your eyes, we have to do something." A retired doctor's quest to discover if she has the virus.

India lockdown: The heroes on the frontline of the coronavirus war

From hospital workers, to police, to rubbish collectors - key workers in India face a daunting task.

Coronavirus: Why Ghana has gone into mourning after mass funeral ban

How the measures against the coronavirus in Ghana are challenging the country's religious way of life.

Turkey sends secret arms shipments into Libya

BBC Africa Eye investigates secret arms shipments into Libya, and shows how foreign powers are fuelling an ongoing war.

Coronavirus: Cruise passengers quarantined with quokkas

Hundreds of people are ordered into coronavirus isolation with one of Australia's cutest marsupials.

Coronavirus: Bolsonaro downplays threat of pandemic to Brazil

The president describes restrictions to fight the virus in the country as a "scorched-earth" policy.

Coronavirus: G20 'must step up for developing world'

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres says the virus cannot be fought "in half of humanity" alone.

Coronavirus: Calls to protect great apes from threat of infection

The possibility of infection in great apes like gorillas warrants the utmost caution, say experts.

Coronavirus: Indians panic buy supplies ahead of lockdown

On Tuesday night Indians rushed to stockpile on supplies ahead of a sudden total lockdown.

Coronavirus delays Russian vote on Putin staying in power

Russia's President Putin postpones vote on constitution change allowing him to stay in power.

Coronavirus: Jordan eases indefinite curfew and allows shops to open

The country had imposed some of the most restrictive measures seen to combat the coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Senate agrees $1.8tn stimulus package with Trump

The deal to alleviate the economic impact of coronavirus on the US is worth more than $1.8 trillion.

Coronavirus: Spain’s death toll surpasses China’s

The death toll from coronavirus in Spain is now the second highest in the world at 3,434.

'Heartbreaking' but a 'release' - Olympic reaction

Olympians including Katarina Johnson-Thompson and Adam Peaty react to the Tokyo Games being postponed until 2021.

Jamal Khashoggi: Turkey charges 20 Saudis over journalist's murder

Journalist Jamal Khashoggi was murdered inside the Saudi consulate in Istanbul in October 2018.

Coronavirus: How Covid-19 is denying dignity to the dead in Italy

Funerals have been banned in Italy - robbing many families of the chance to say a final goodbye.

Coronavirus in South America: How it became a class issue

Early cases involved wealthier people who have been abroad, but fears are growing for the poorest.

Coronavirus: What's young people's risk?

An 18-year-old has died of coronavirus in England. Are young people at risk from the virus?

Asia markets rise after US stimulus package agreed

Stocks rally around the world as America agrees a near-$2tn economic package to support its economy.

Cho Ju-bin: South Korea chatroom sex abuse suspect named after outcry

At least 10,000 people used the chatrooms, with some paying up to $1,200 [£1,000] for access.

Afghan gunmen storm Sikh temple in Kabul

An unknown number of people are reportedly trapped in the temple as security forces try to free them.

Coronavirus: Trump hopes US will shake off pandemic by Easter

As the president sets out "a beautiful timeline", New York warns it is a "canary in the coal mine".

Celebrating a birthday party by video chat

With social distancing measures in place, many are adjusting to the new normal online.

Coronavirus: How Covid-19 is denying dignity to the dead in Italy

Funerals have been banned in Italy - robbing many families of the chance to say a final goodbye.

India's poorest 'fear hunger may kill us before coronavirus'

Millions of Indians who rely on daily wages from jobs like cleaning risk running out of money.

Marini naturals: The haircare business that reaches 12 countries

Michelle Ntalami couldn't buy the products she wanted for her hair, so she set up a company to sell them.

Coronavirus: Reopening the US by Easter 'a beautiful timeline'

President Trump said he was speaking to the Coronavirus Taskforce about when to open the US for business.

Stranded abroad as coronavirus closes borders

As global travel restrictions expand, hundreds of foreign nationals are struggling to return home.

Spain's coronavirus death toll jumps 514 in 24 hours

Spain is the worst hit European nation after Italy with 40,000 cases – 5,400 of them health workers.

Fossil worm shows us our evolutionary beginnings

A tiny, 555-million-year-old seafloor creature reveals why our bodies are organised the way they are.

'Uh oh' - Trump backs away as official says she had fever

President Trump social distances from a coronavirus task force expert as she says she felt unwell.

Afghanistan conflict: US to cut $1bn in aid over political feud

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announces the sanction after failing to get rival politicians to agree.

Manu Dibango: African saxophone legend dies of Covid-19

Manu Dibango, the 86-year-old African jazz legend, dies in Paris after catching the coronavirus.

Albert Uderzo: Asterix co-creator and illustrator dies aged 92

The Italian illustrated the comic book hero series and eventually took over the writing.

Mammal study explains 'why females live longer'

Across wild mammal species, females live over 18% longer than males because of genetics and environment.

Coronavirus: Wuhan to ease lockdown as world battles pandemic

The lockdown in the Chinese city where the outbreak began will be partially lifted next month.

Coronavirus: Giuseppe Berardelli among 50 priests killed

Giuseppe Berardelli who gave his respirator to a patient is among 50 priests killed in Italy so far.

Coronavirus: Italian parcel delivery drivers rally in song

The workers sing as they pack parcels in Bergamo, Italy, one of the cities worst hit by coronavirus.

Coronavirus information: What should I do?

Step-by-step, what to do to help prevent the spread of the virus.

Tokyo 2020: Why is Olympic decision taking so long?

It now seems almost certain that Tokyo 2020 will be postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic sweeping the world, BBC Sport takes a closer look.

Coronavirus: Melbourne locals celebrate vivid sunrise 'amid the chaos'

Locals post images of spectacular orange skies, with many describing it as a welcome distraction.

US tech giants team up to tackle coronavirus

Online retail giant Amazon and Microsoft's Bill Gates are working together to track the outbreak's spread.

Coronavirus: Carmakers answer pleas to make medical supplies

The auto industry is pledging to help tackle a shortage of ventilators and masks as virus spreads.

Antarctic seal photo wins top prize

A drone photo of crabeater seals resting on an ice float is overall winner in a nature photography competition.

Coronavirus: Spanish army finds care home residents 'dead and abandoned'

An inquiry is launched after soldiers discover elderly coronavirus victims "dead in their beds".

Coronavirus: Trump wants US open for business amid pandemic

As conservative voices warn of damage to the economy, the president may be reassessing restrictions.

Coronavirus: Life in Rome under lockdown

Italy is now the epicentre of the coronavirus crisis in Europe, but what is life in lockdown like?

Coronavirus: How did Australia's Ruby Princess cruise debacle happen?

The Ruby Princess was allowed to unload 2,700 passengers in Sydney - now almost 50 have coronavirus.

Teen figure skater's Special Olympics dream

Thirteen-year-old Ornela has Down's syndrome and is training to compete in the World Games next year.

Ukraine's missing people amid ongoing conflict

Thousands of people have gone missing since the conflict started in 2014, according to the Red Cross.

Trump says coronavirus not Asian Americans' fault

After criticism for using the term "Chinese virus", the president praises Asian Americans as "amazing".

Coronavirus: Austria investigates Ischgl ski resort business for 'hiding case'

Officials want to know if a bar in Ischgl failed to report a coronavirus case.

Coronavirus: Pandemic is 'accelerating', WHO warns as cases pass 300,000

More than 300,000 cases have now been reported, as Covid-19 spreads to almost every country.

Mozambique jihadists seize key town in Cabo Delgado.

Security forces are trying to retake the town where militants raised their flag at an army base.

Coronavirus: Trump to deploy National Guard in three states

Troops will be used in New York, California and Washington to deliver urgently needed medical aid.

Coronavirus: South Korea reports lowest number of new cases in four weeks

The news fuels hope that Asia's worst coronavirus outbreak outside China may be abating.

Machine 'could quadruple' heart and lung transplants

The device managed to pump oxygenated blood into both organs in a world-first procedure.

Coronavirus: Harvey Weinstein tests positive

The former producer was convicted of rape and sexual assault last month and is now in a New York prison.

Global economy will suffer for 'years to come' says OECD

OECD boss Angel Gurría says the economic shock is already bigger than the financial crisis

Coronavirus: Melbourne zookeeper’s livestream dance goes viral

An Australian zoo has begun streaming its animals – but it’s a keeper who’s proved most popular.

Coronavirus: Olympic doubts grow as Canada withdraws athletes

As it becomes the first country to pull out, Canada "urgently calls" for the games to be postponed.

Stocks fall as nations take coronavirus action

Shares in Asia slide on Monday as more drastic action is taken by governments to stop virus spreading.

Coronavirus: Indians bang pots and pans to support fight

Millions of Indians came out on their balconies and rooftops to show support for health workers.

Coronavirus: More myths to ignore

Reality Check tackles misleading health advice being shared online.

The volunteer army helping self-isolating neighbours

The coronavirus outbreak has left many feeling trapped indoors, but for some help may not be far away.

How Marsha Hunt fought Hollywood blacklisting

The 102-year-old is one of the last people still alive who was named as a communist sympathisers.

'I bought a winery and it caused a US-French row'

When US entrepreneur Michael Baum bought a famous French vineyard it caused a trans-Atlantic spat.

South Africa: 'Our children are dying, but President Ramaphosa doesn't care'

South Africa's leader Cyril Ramaphosa is accused of inaction over a spate of child murders.

'I thought he was going to tear chunks out of my skin'

A third of men carrying out rough sex acts such as biting and choking do not ask for consent, a survey finds.

Israel's coronavirus patient 74 talks about her experience

Israel's coronavirus patient 74, also known as Dani, posts about her experience on social media.

Apollo 13: One family's agony and triumph

On 11 April 1970, the Lovells watched their husband and father blast off on an ill-fated mission to the Moon.

Tskaltubo: Georgia's abandoned resort that refugees call home

Georgia plans to revive Tskaltubo, an abandoned Soviet-era spa town, but it's an uncertain time for thousands of civil war refugees living among the decaying sanatoriums.

IOC sets Tokyo Olympics decision deadline

The International Olympic Committee is considering a postponement of Tokyo 2020, and has given itself a deadline of four weeks to make a decision.

Coronavirus: At least 23 killed in Colombia prison riot

Prisoners held protests against overcrowding and poor health services during the coronavirus outbreak.

Coronavirus: Germany tightens curbs and bans meetings of more than two

The country expands restrictions on social interaction as Chancellor Merkel goes into quarantine.

Coronavirus: New York warns of major shortages in 10 days

New York's mayor issues a stark warning as the state struggles to slow the spread of coronavirus.

Zagreb hit by largest earthquake in 140 years

The Coratian PM says the 5.3 magnitude earthquake is the largest to hit Zagreb in 140 years.

Coronavirus: Bar Mitzvah celebrations online

Religious communities take on the coronavirus lockdown by going virtual.

Coronavirus: India observes 14-hour curfew

More than a billion people are being asked to stay indoors for 14-hours to try to combat the pandemic.

Earthquake rocks Croatia's capital Zagreb

The 5.3-magnitude tremor sent chunks of buildings falling into the streets in Zagreb.

Cigarette leads police to Florida cold case murder suspect

DNA evidence helped Florida police identify a man suspected of murdering a young mother in 1985.

Coronavirus: India observes 14-hour curfew

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Sunday's curfew would test India's ability to fight the virus.

Coronavirus: Australian PM warns of lockdowns

Scott Morrison said people must take social distancing seriously after crowds flocked to Bondi Beach.

How Parsis shaped India's taste for soft drinks

Over the past two centuries, fizzy drinks have become a $8bn (£6.9bn) industry in India.

How the Pet Shop Boys accidentally made the best tour diary in pop history

How the Pet Shop Boys inadvertently ended up with the best tour diary in pop history.

How Nigeria's kings lost their power

The removal of the revered emir of Kano raises questions about the continued role of Nigeria's traditional rulers.

Coronavirus: No Russia lockdown as Putin puts on show of calm

Russia's president intends to defy the spread of coronavirus and push ahead with a national vote.

The 'climate doomers' preparing for society to fall apart

Few scientists think climate change will cause society to collapse any time soon - but some people are getting ready anyway.

How to argue with a racist: Five myths debunked

Stereotypes and myths about race are not just used by racists. Here's how to debunk five myths.

German police arrest man over high-speed rail tampering

The 51-year-old is accused of loosening bolts on a railway track just before a bridge outside Frankfurt.

The virtual reality church that isn't shutting its doors

Even before the coronavirus pandemic, one church has been experimenting with virtual reality.

Online festival celebrates arts affected by Covid-19

Playwright Nick Green launched the Social Distancing Festival to shine a spotlight on lost projects.

OneWeb increases mega-constellation to 74 satellites

The London-based start-up expands its network with a Soyuz launch from Baikonur in Kazakhstan

Coronavirus: Lombardy region announces stricter measures

More than 4,825 people have died in Italy since the coronavirus outbreak began.

Diamond samples in Canada reveal size of lost continent

Sifting through diamond samples, Canadian geologists find new evidence of a billion-year-old continent.

Coronavirus: Police clamp down on crowds in Bondi Beach

Police temporarily close the beach after crowds exceeded Australia's gathering limit.

Coronavirus: A father's fears in Kenya's crowded Kibera settlement

A family of seven in one room in Kenya's largest informal settlement fear the spread of Covid-19.

Country music star Kenny Rogers dies

American country music star Kenny Rogers dies aged 81, his family announces.

Coronavirus: Police take action on Bondi Beach crowds

Large crowds of people are still flocking to Sydney's beaches despite the coronavirus pandemic.

North Korea fires two projectiles into sea

The launch is the third this month, according South Korea's Yonhap news agency.

Coronavirus: People in Beijing begin to head outdoors

The BBC's China correspondent Stephen McDonell met people venturing out for the first time in weeks.

Five reasons to find hope amid chaos

From environmental improvements to acts of kindness, there are glimmers of light amid the crisis.

Coronavirus: When elderly parents want to carry on socialising

What if older relatives or friends prefer to ignore the risks and don't want to stay in?

Victor Olaiya: Nigeria's 'evil genius' trumpeter who influenced Fela Kuti

Nigerian Victor Olaiya, who died last month, was a musical pioneer and mentor to the Afrobeat legend.

Coronavirus: Why are Australia's remote Aboriginal communities at risk?

Australia is severely restricting access to remote Aboriginal communities amid coronavirus fears.

60 days of coronavirus in the US - in 60 seconds

The first case of Covid-19 in the United States appeared in Seattle, Washington on 21 January.

Coronavirus: How to spread joy in a world of self-isolation

Whether it's music, art or 'modifed block parties', coronavirus is changing the way we interact.

Turning SXSW disappointment into an online opportunity

Musicians due to play on the British Embassy stage at SXSW in Texas have been offered a platform of a different kind.

Coronavirus: Young people are not ‘invincible’, WHO warns

Youth does not make you immune from coronavirus, the UN's health body warns as deaths top 11,000.

Coronavirus: Social distancing birthday party parade

Emily's 12th birthday plans were cut short by the virus but friends and family still made it special.

Coronavirus: Algeria protests called off for first time in a year

Opposition activists urged protesters to stay inside to stop the spread of coronavirus.

Coronavirus: US, Canada and Mexico restrict border traffic

As the US battles the coronavirus outbreak, "non-essential" traffic is suspended across its borders.

Coronavirus: Four members of New Jersey family die

The death of Grace Fusco and three of her adult children is an "unbearable tragedy", relatives say.

Kenyan athletics star Eliud Kipchoge explains how he's keeping fit while in quarantine.

The greatest marathon runner in the world, Eliud Kipchoge, is keeping a video diary for the BBC while he is self-isolating.

Aurlus Mabele: Congolese music legend dies 'from coronavirus'

'King of soukous' Aurlus Mabele died on the same day he was taken into hospital.

Coronavirus: US Senators face calls to resign over ‘insider trading’

Two US senators reportedly sold millions of dollars in stocks while downplaying the virus' threat.

Japan cherry blossom season wilted by the coronavirus pandemic

The traditional cherry blossom viewing, or hanami, season is hugely economically and culturally important.

Is Iran covering up its outbreak?

Iran has seen one of the worst coronavirus outbreaks but the true scale may be being downplayed.

Coronavirus: The taxi driver falsely accused of links to

Jude Ikuenobe was falsely accused on social media of using a Covid-19 patient to extort money.

Delhi Nirbhaya rape death penalty: How the case galvanised India

Four convicts in the Delhi bus rape case have been hanged, ending a seven-year legal battle.

Coronavirus: California issues 'stay at home' order amid virus

The governor projects the virus will soon infect more than half of the 40 million people in his state.

Coronavirus: Nowruz festival overshadowed by outbreak

Iran's actual death toll is feared to be higher and its neighbours are braced for worse to come.

Delhi Nirbhaya rape death penalty: What do hangings mean for India's women?

The victim was dubbed Nirbhaya, 'the fearless one', but that's not how most women really feel.

Coronavirus: Robots use light beams to zap hospital viruses

Demand has surged for robots equipped with powerful ultraviolet lights that can kill viruses.

Quiz of the week: What has Bill Gates been up to?

Have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?

What does kids TV look like in North Korea?

Exploring the weird, wonderful and surprisingly violent world of North Korean children's television.

Coronavirus: The taxi driver falsely accused of extortion

Jude Ikuenobe was falsely accused on social media of using a Covid-19 patient to extort money.

US students party on spring break despite coronavirus

US university students flocked to Florida, despite warnings over the new coronavirus.

Vampire bats 'French kiss with blood' to form lasting bonds

Researchers observing the mammals saw them sharing regurgitated blood with their neighbours.

Four Indian men executed for 2012 Delhi bus rape and murder

The rape and murder of a student in Delhi made global headlines in 2012. Four men have been executed for the crime

Coronavirus: Trump blames media for virus spread

The president criticised the media's coverage of his decision to ban those coming to the US from China.

Coronavirus: Italy's death toll overtakes China's

The number of deaths has risen to 3,405, which is more than in China where the virus originated.

US jails begin releasing prisoners to stem Covid-19 infections

High profile inmates like ex-Trump lawyer Michael Cohen are among those who have asked for early release.

Catherine Hamlin: Grief in Ethiopia as trailblazing Australian doctor dies

Australian Catherine Hamlin helped women treated like "modern-day lepers" after giving birth.

German police raid neo-Nazi Reichsbürger movement nationwide

The anti-Semitic Reichsbürger members say they do not recognise the post-war German state.

WHO head tells Africa to 'wake up' to coronavirus threat

The continent has a low number of confirmed Covid-19 cases, but is warned to prepare for the worst.

Coronavirus: Europe already looking to extend virus lockdowns

Stringent measures could be long-lasting, with France and Italy talking tough on transgressors.

Gal Gadot, Natalie Portman and Amy Adams in star-studded Imagine cover

The self-isolating Wonder Woman actress enlists Natalie Portman and Amy Adams for a cover of Imagine.

Coronavirus: Bangladesh mass prayer event prompts alarm

The religious leader who organised the event said it would offer people protection from the virus.

European Central Bank launches emergency €750bn plan

European Central Bank head Christine Lagarde: "There are no limits to our commitment to the euro".

Coronavirus: Air pollution and CO2 fall rapidly as virus spreads

Some regions show significant drops in air pollutants as the coronavirus hits work and travel.

Coronavirus: Facebook group helps parents and kids during lockdown

As families self-isolate, one mum created a group to share fun tips and ideas for engaging children.

Coronavirus in Africa: What impact could virus have on the continent?

The BBC’s Andrew Harding looks at the impact Coronavirus could have in countries across Africa.

Coronavirus protest in Brazil sees millions bang pots from balconies

Millions of people across the country express anger at the president's response to the outbreak.

Coronavirus: South Africa braces for the worst

Andrew Harding visits a poor South African neighbourhood to see how it will cope with an outbreak.

Coronavirus: Asian nations face second wave of imported cases

South Korea, China and Singapore all report a rise in cases as people start arriving back home.

Coronavirus: Should you let your children play with other children?

As more and more schools close around the world, parents are wrestling with the same dilemma.

Coronavirus: The detectives racing to contain the virus in Singapore

Tracing every contact of virus patients has meant Singapore could stay one step ahead of it, so far.

Singapore has moved all its hawkers indoors, and other big Asian cities are following suit

Singapore has moved all its street food vendors indoors. Could that be a model for other cities?

Does pandemic offer US and Iran chance for partial reset?

Jonathan Marcus looks at whether the crisis might lead to some rapprochement between the arch-foes.

Coronavirus: Trump puts US on war footing to combat outbreak

Two US Navy hospital ships will also be sent to help relieve an expected shortage of sick beds.

Ghislaine Maxwell sues Jeffrey Epstein's estate over legal fees

Ghislaine Maxwell's lawsuit also claims she has had to hire security over "regular death threats".

Hiking and beach cleaning - in heels and drag

Pattie Gonia is on a mission to get everyone, especially LGBTQ people, outside and caring for Mother Nature.

Italy coronavirus deaths rise by record 475 in a day

Nearly 3,000 people have now died from coronavirus in Italy - the most affected country after China.

Coronavirus slowdown seen from space

Satellite images show normally popular locations emptied out due to the impact of the coronavirus.

Fossil 'wonderchicken' could be earliest known fowl

A newly discovered fossil bird could be the oldest-known ancestor of every chicken on the planet.

Coronavirus: Kind Canadians start 'caremongering' trend

How "caremongering" became the new trend to help vulnerable people in communities dealing with coronavirus.

Are female urinals the answer to queues at the loos?

Clever designs are trying to tackle queues for female loos, but will the innovations catch on?

US-Canada border to close amid virus crisis

Donald Trump and his Canadian counterpart Justin Trudeau are stopping all but essential travel.

Coronavirus: Tourists quarantined on cruise ship Aidamira off South Africa

Six of the 1,7000 people on board the Aidamira, off Cape Town, are being tested for coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Temporary hospital being built in Moscow

Construction work is underway on a temporary hospital that has been designed to treat hundreds of patients.

Coronavirus: EU entry ban hits travellers as lockdown widens

A 30-day ban on travellers comes into force as the bloc tries to halt the spread of coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Venice canals clearer after lockdown

Venetians say they're seeing fish once again in the city's famous waters.

Leroy Brewer: South Africa hunt rhino poaching investigator's killers

South Africa's police chief pays tribute to Lt Col Leroy Brewer after he is shot dead in an ambush.

Coronavirus: Violinists play Titanic hymn in front of empty toilet paper isle

The violinists say their widely shared performance is about coping and having a laugh in tough times.

Coronavirus: 'Aggressive' action needed in South East Asia, says WHO

It comes as many countries in the region have been slow in responding to the outbreak.

Virus could shake up world's most expensive cities

The rankings of the most expensive cities to live in could see a big shift after coronavirus impact.

Coronavirus: Asia stocks steady on stimulus plans

Market turmoil cools after US and UK unveil packages to ease the economic impact of the pandemic.

Coronavirus: Australia bans 'non-essential' gatherings of over 100 people

PM Scott Morrison announces sweeping new measures, but stops short of declaring a full lockdown.

Coronavirus: Why washing hands is difficult in some countries

The World Health Organisation's advice is difficult to follow in some developing countries.

New York: The city that never sleeps on lockdown

The streets of America's largest city, New York, are empty as business grinds to a halt.

Coronavirus: How can we stay in virtual touch with older relatives?

Older people who may not already have video-calling devices are being told to avoid leaving home.

How the Ivorian president stunned West Africa by calling it quits

Ivory Coast's President Alassane Ouattara confounds critics by announcing he will step down.

Coronavirus hits all 50 US states as death toll rises

The Pentagon pledges to make available masks and respirators, as New York City considers a lockdown.

Biden crushes Sanders in Florida and Illinois primaries

The former US vice-president is favourite to face President Donald Trump in November.

Grace Millane's killer to appeal against conviction and sentence

The 28-year-old, who cannot be named, was jailed for at least 17 years last month for her murder.

Coronavirus: Panama Tribal Gathering festival locked down

They are not being allowed to leave the event's site amid anti-coronavirus measures being imposed.

Coronavirus: Israel enables emergency spy powers

Israel allows security agencies to track the mobile phone data of suspected cases

Coronavirus: How the world's streets are emptying

A gallery of near ghost towns and cities around the world, amid the coronavirus outbreak.

Pop stars live-stream concerts from home to combat isolation

Coldplay, Yungblud and Christine And The Queens are among the musicians streaming makeshift gigs.

Iraq PM-designate appointed to break deadlock

Adnan al-Zurfi was nominated after the main political blocs could not agree on a candidate.

Coronavirus: Spanish deaths surge close to 500

The latest figures come as the EU plans cross-border travel bans and France begins its lockdown.

Trump angers Beijing with 'Chinese virus' tweet

The US president used the term despite warnings to avoid stigmatising one region or group.

Chad 'repaying $1m debt to Angola with cattle'

The first batch of 74,000 animals, to be shipped over 10 years, has reportedly arrived in Luanda.

Iran students sorry for ‘raining aubergines’ videos

The videos, which went viral, showed vegetables raining down on cars and people’s heads.

Cats movie loses big time at the Razzie Awards

The widely derided film version of the hit stage musical gets six "awards" including worst picture.

Coronavirus: German Big Brother contestants to be told about pandemic

Until now the Big Brother housemates in Germany have been unaware about the global pandemic.

Coronavirus: Australian scientists map how immune system fights virus

Australian researchers identify four types of immune cells which present in response to Covid-19.

Coronavirus: Australian supermarkets open early for elderly shoppers

Woolworths has started a special "elderly hour" for older shoppers and those with disabilities.

Coronavirus: Stars join the fight against Covid-19

From elbow greetings to hand-washing songs, celebs are offering their own versions of virus advice.

Amazon on hiring spree as coronavirus spurs demand

The online retail giant is taking on 100,000 workers in the US to deal with a surge in online orders.

Coronavirus: Hong Kong to quarantine all arrivals from abroad

Hong Kong has seen 57 new infections over the past two weeks, 50 of which were imported.

World stocks rocked by record volatility

The Dow has seen its five biggest ever one-day points falls in the last month on coronavirus fears.

Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson released from coronavirus treatment

Meanwhile, fellow actor Idris Elba announces he has the virus - telling followers "no panic".

Climate change: The rich are to blame, international study finds

The Leeds University study looked at 86 countries and came to broadly the same conclusions about the rich.

The Indian couple who swear by blind love

An Indian photographer documents an unusual love story that looks beyond appearances.

Uganda's Kanungu cult massacre that killed 700 followers

Twenty years ago, they were locked inside a church that was set on fire in south-west Uganda.

Why Texas is saying 'no' to all new refugees

Texas' longstanding reputation for hospitality has taken a hit as it embraces a new Trump refugee plan.

Reducing brain damage in sport without losing the thrills

Sports like NFL and rugby are taking head injuries much more seriously and employing technology to help.

Paris attacks: French judges order trial for 20 suspects

Salah Abdeslam, a suspected mastermind and sole survivor of the 2015 attacks, is among 20 accused.

Iraq military bases: US pulling out of three key sites

The decision to leave three sites shows the US is looking to dramatically reduce its footprint.

How to argue with a racist: Five myths debunked

Stereotypes and myths about race are not just used by racists. Here's how to debunk five myths.

Apple hit with record €1.1bn fine in France

France's competition watchdog says Apple engaged in anti-competitive behaviour.

Coronavirus: US volunteers to test first vaccine

A group of 45 healthy, young volunteers in Seattle will be given the experimental jab.

Church sexual abuse: French priest jailed for five years

Bernard Preynat was found guilty of abusing dozens of children in the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s.

Coronavirus: Some China schools reopen after more than a month

Students in Guizhou province, south-west China, are returning to school after more than a month off.

Coronavirus: How to manage anxiety and OCD during the pandemic

How are people with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) coping during the coronavirus outbreak?

Coronavirus: US man who stockpiled hand sanitiser probed for price gouging

Matt Colvin, from Tennessee in the US, bought 17,700 bottles of hand gel to re-sell on Amazon.

Mumbai is India's most 'forgetful' city, says Uber

Phones and false teeth are some of the items left behind in taxis, cab hailing firm Uber says.

Coronavirus: Germany latest country to close borders

Only goods and workers can pass, with France also warning its situation is "deteriorating fast".

Coronavirus: African states impose strict restrictions

Several states restrict foreign nationals, close schools and ban mass gatherings to halt the outbreak.

Coronavirus clears Venice of crowds

A Venice resident shows us how the city has been completely transformed by the coronavirus shutdown.

Satoshi Uematsu: Japanese man who killed 19 disabled people sentenced to death

Satoshi Uematsu said disabled people who were unable to communicate well had no human rights.

Coronavirus: New York City shuts down schools, restaurants and theatres

Mayor Bill de Blasio says the city faces "an unprecedented threat" and needs a "wartime mentality".

Christchurch attack: Messages of hope one year one

One year after the mosque attacks, a campaign has collected messages for Christchurch's Muslims.

Coronavirus: Louis Vuitton owner to start making hand sanitiser

Luxury goods firm LVMH will make disinfectant gels in France as demand soars during virus pandemic.

Israeli rivals hold unity government talks to tackle coronavirus

Benjamin Netanyahu and Benny Gantz pledge to hold more talks after failing to reach a deal on Sunday.

Australian man charged over supermarket 'assault'

The alleged assault in Sydney took place as other shoppers argued over stockpiling items.

The 'climate doomers' preparing for society to fall apart

Few scientists think climate change will cause society to collapse any time soon - but some people are getting ready anyway.

The Cashmere crisis in the Himalayan ice desert

Photographer Adrian Newey has documented the lives of the Changpa nomads and the threat to Cashmere wool.

Ethiopia's missing students: Families' pain and the unsolved mystery

The government has been slow to resolve the issue linked to the country's ethnic tensions.

The Boss: 'I embraced being a feminist boss'

How fashion boss Katrina Lake was able to succeed despite having to battle sexism.

Spain's King Felipe VI renounces father's inheritance

King Felipe cancels an annual allowance of €194,000 for his scandal-hit father Juan Carlos.

Van Dyck painting stolen from University of Oxford gallery

Two other high-value works were stolen from the Christ Church Picture Gallery late on Saturday.

Coronavirus: EU states record highest one-day death toll

Italy, Spain and France all report grim new figures for fatalities from the coronavirus.

Coronavirus: US slashes rates and launches huge stimulus programme

The move to combat the impact of coronavirus is part of co-ordinated action with Europe and Japan.

Coronavirus: Pubs asked to close by Irish government

The move is part of social distancing measures to slow the spread of coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Nigerian celebrities wear blinged-up masks

They don jewelled masks on the red carpet and add #CoronaVirusFashion to social media posts.

Coronavirus: 'Please stay at home' drones

Police uses drones to enforce movement restriction in Spain's fight against the coronavirus infection.

Mali backs singer Rokia Traoré after French arrest

She is accused of kidnapping her five-year-old daughter after she lost her custody battle.

Simone Biles hits back at USA Gymnastics 'happy birthday' tweet

Simone Biles reiterates call for independent investigation into Larry Nassar sex abuse scandal after happy birthday tweet from USA Gymnastics.

Coronavirus: European nations tighten clampdown

Austria announces major restrictions on movement, and a state of emergency is expected in Romania.

Coronavirus: Applause rings out for health workers in Spain

Residents in Spain and Italy show their gratitude to health personnel treating coronavirus patients.

Coronavirus: US airports in disarray over screening

Travellers returning from Europe queue for hours as new health screening measures are introduced.

ICYMI: 'Super worm moon' and a burst of colour

Here are some stories you may have missed this week – before measures to combat coronavirus came in.

Coronavirus: Australia orders all arrivals to self-isolate for 14 days

PM Scott Morrison orders 14 days self-quarantine for anyone entering Australia from midnight.

Trump tests negative for coronavirus - White House doctor

The US president was tested a week after meeting Brazilian officials later found to be infected.

MRKH syndrome: 'The day I discovered I was born without a vagina'

A routine question about menstruation led Julian Peter to discover she had no vagina, womb or cervix.

Ratan Tata: An unlikely friendship between a magnate and a millennial

The Indian businessman behind the Tata empire has formed an unlikely friendship with a 27-year-old.

Canadian and Italian tourists kidnapped in Burkina Faso turn up in Mali

Édith Blais and Luca Tacchetto, seized in 2018, apparently escaped and were picked up by UN forces.

Coronavirus: Tokyo Olympics will go ahead, says Japan's PM Shinzo Abe

Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe says the Tokyo Olympic Games will go ahead as planned in July, despite coronavirus concerns.

France orders non-essential public places to close

PM Edouard Philippe asks citizens to go out as little as possible.

Coronavirus: Washing hands no longer 'a luxury' – Irish deputy PM

Irish deputy PM Simon Coveney says the coronavirus is going to change the way in which everyone lives.

Coronavirus: US to extend coronavirus travel ban to UK and Ireland

The new restriction will come into force in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

Iraq base attack: Coalition and Iraqi troops hurt as Taji targeted again

The attack comes a day after US air strikes in retaliation for a previous attack on the base.

UK soldier killed in Iraq was 'larger than life'

Brodie Gillon, killed on a military base, was "destined for great things", her commanding officer says.

Coronavirus: Italian patients treated in tents and warehouse

As Italy is overwhelmed with the coronavirus crisis, one hospital has to treat patients in warehouses.

Coronavirus: Spanish cases up by 1,500 in a day

The news comes as the government prepares to declare a nationwide state of emergency.

Coronavirus: Italians sing from their windows to boost morale

A countrywide lockdown has not stopped Italians from bursting into morale-boosting song.

Coronavirus: Do face masks actually work?

With face masks in high demand, we look at whether they really can protect people from the virus.

Coronavirus: New Zealand PM says all arrivals must self-isolate

PM Jacinda Ardern says it is the world's strictest measure, with only Pacific islanders being exempt.

Coronavirus: US travel ban on 26 European countries comes into force

The US president has also declared a national emergency, freeing up to $50bn in relief funds.

Shincheonji and coronavirus: The mysterious 'cult' church blamed for S Korea's outbreak

The Shincheonji Church is known for its secretive practices, which many say helped the virus spread.

France's Macron defies coronavirus lockdown with elections

Not even the coronavirus emergency will stop the French voting in local elections.

Africa v coronavirus: A challenge for the continent

How countries across the continent are preparing as the deadly virus spreads around the world.

Christmas Island: 'A giant robber crab stole my camera'

Crabs on Australia's Christmas Island are suspected of pinching some high-priced equipment.

Coronavirus: Spain to declare emergency as deaths pass 100

A state of emergency will come into effect on Saturday amid a steep rise in coronavirus deaths.

Sweden abortion: Nurses fail in European court case

Sweden refused to let two Christian nurses work as midwives since they refused to perform abortions.

Coronavirus: The Masters at Augusta is cancelled over health crisis

The Masters, the first major championship of the year in men's golf, is postponed because of the coronavirus outbreak.

Emiliano Sala crash: Pilot Ibbotson 'not licensed for flight'

The footballer, 28, would have been "deeply unconscious" during the crash, investigators say.

Why a media mogul was arrested in Pakistan

The detention of Jang group's editor-in-chief by an anti-corruption agency prompts deep concern.

South Africa King Dalindyebo arrested after 'axe rampage'

Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo, recently freed from jail on parole, stormed the palace to confront his son.

US-Mexico border: Pregnant woman from Guatemala dies after fall from wall

The case shows a change in how migrants are trying to reach the US amid new measures, officials say.

Farooq Abdullah: Kashmir leader released from seven-month detention

Farooq Abdullah was among thousands India put under house arrest before Kashmir lost its special status.

Uefa: All competitions including Champions League and Europa League postponed

All Uefa competitions, including the Champions League and Europa League, are postponed because of the coronavirus outbreak.

Carlos Cordeiro: US Soccer president resigns following 'offensive' law suit papers

US Soccer president Carlos Cordeiro resigns after taking responsibility for "offensive" language used in court papers submitted in an equal pay case.

Coronavirus: Indian greeting namaste goes global

In an effort to halt the spread of Covid-19, many have switched from the handshake to the namaste.

Coronavirus: First death confirmed in India

The 76-year-old man had returned from Saudi Arabia on 29 February after a month-long visit.

Mount Everest: Nepal's government shuts off mountain amid virus outbreak

The highest mountain in the world will be closed to climbers until at least 30 April.

Coronavirus: Asian stocks extend global markets rout

Friday's slump follows the biggest one-day declines in the US and UK since Black Monday in 1987.

Coronavirus: Tourism in Thailand hit by Covid-19

Thailand's tourism industry, once considered very robust, is now struggling because of coronavirus.

Saviour of the dead: Burying the bodies India forgets

Mohammad Shareef never got to bury the son he lost in religious riots, so now he lays others to rest.

Life inside China's lockdown

Two filmmakers record life inside the epicentre of the coronavirus outbreak in China.

Are female urinals the answer to queues at the loos?

Clever designs are trying to tackle queues for female loos, but will the innovations catch on?

Iraq base attack: US launches retaliatory strikes on Iran-backed fighters

They follow a rocket attack on a military base in Iraq that killed two Americans and a British soldier.

Christchurch mosques shooting victim one-year on

Wasseim and his daughter were among the victims of New Zealand's Christchurch mosques shooting.

Christchurch mosque attacks: Anniversary to be marked by joint prayers

Fifty-one people were killed during the shootings in the New Zealand city one year ago.

Down's syndrome: Meet the 34-year-old trying out for France local elections

Eleonore Laloux is running as a candidate in French local elections in the town of Arras.

Coronavirus: US admits 'failing' on testing, says Fauci

"Let's admit it," said top health official Anthony Fauci. "The system is not geared to what we need."

EU to give migrants €2,000 to go home from Greece

The scheme aims to ease the burden on Greece, where migrant camps are squalid and overcrowded.

Coronavirus: Global stocks plunge as coronavirus fears spread

European markets are facing their worst ever daily loss after shares around the world plunged.

Michel Roux: French restaurateur and chef dies aged 79

Roux passed away at his home in Bray, Berkshire, following a long battle with a lung condition.

Why bears are coming out of hibernation early

Warmer temperatures mean bears around the world are on the prowl earlier than normal.

Iraq base attack: Strikes 'kill 25' Iran-backed fighters after troops killed

A British soldier and two Americans serving in Iraq were killed by the rockets fired from a lorry.

Pakistan Zainab murder: New law aims to tackle child abuse

Pakistan legislates two years after the murder of a girl of seven prompts a debate on child abuse.

Kate Beckinsale: Harvey Weinstein encounter 'left in tears'

Actress Kate Beckinsale says the disgraced movie producer was verbally abusive towards her.

Coronavirus: 'Wash hands' written in the skies above Sydney

The message appeared in the sky as Australia takes measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Republic of Ireland to close schools and colleges

Schools and other public facilities in the Republic of Ireland are to close in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.

Chelsea Manning recovering after suicide attempt

The ex-intelligence analyst was taken to hospital after attempt at a Virginia detention centre.

Germany to spy on AfD's extreme Flügel faction

A movement inside the AfD called Flügel will be monitored systematically by intelligence agents.

Greenland and Antarctica ice loss accelerating

The Earth's great ice sheets are losing mass six times faster today than they were in the 1990s.

Coronavirus: Five takeaways from Trump's Oval Office address

From banning travel to supporting the economy - what you need to know about the Oval Office address.

India suspends most visas to halt coronavirus spread

All visas, barring a select few categories, will be suspended for a month effective Friday.

Tom Hanks coronavirus: Actor and wife Rita Wilson test positive

The couple are being isolated after confirming they have coronavirus in Australia, Hanks says.

Coronavirus: Trump suspends travel from Europe to US

Flights from European countries other than the UK will be suspended for 30 days, the president says.

Harvey Weinstein: How a Hollywood giant faced his reckoning

The judge said this was not a referendum on #MeToo. But at times, his trial felt like one.

How Europe deals with terror offenders when they are freed from jail

Fearful of the risk from radicalised offenders, European countries plays a delicate balancing act.

Ethiopia's Ambo city: 'From freedom to repression under Abiy Ahmed'

Ethiopia's Abiy Ahmed hailed Ambo as "our New York", but now residents complain of police brutality.

Guinea Bissau: A deadly mix of guns, cocaine and cashew nuts

Guinea-Bissau, which has a long history of coups, briefly had two presidents following disputed elections.

Coronavirus: South Korea's 'trace, test and treat' approach

South Korea is testing more people per capita than anywhere else - and could be a role model for others.

Delhi riots: 'No-one who saw the photo thought I would survive'

A photo of Mohammad Zubair being beaten by a Hindu mob became the defining image of riots in Delhi.

UN experts demand Iran ceases harassing BBC Persian staff

BBC Persian journalists have endured death threats, criminal inquiries, asset freezes and defamation.

Le Drian case: Fraudsters who wore mask of French minister jailed

The conmen wore a silicone mask of Jean-Yves Le Drian to trick wealthy people during video calls.

Coronavirus confirmed as pandemic

The outbreak can be characterised as pandemic, the World Health Organization says.

Lockerbie bombing: Megrahi appeal bid allowed

A review decides that Abdelbaset al-Megrahi's conviction can be taken to a fresh appeal.

Coronavirus: Iran death toll rises as virus spreads

Footage has emerged showing numerous body bags, as the country struggle to cope with the virus.

Harvey Weinstein jailed for 23 years in rape trial

The sentence finalises a dramatic fall from grace for one of Hollywood's most powerful figures.

Palestinian teenager killed in West Bank clash

Palestinian medics say the 15-year-old was shot in the face by Israeli fire south of Nablus.

Coronavirus: Up to 70% of Germany could become infected - Merkel

The chancellor warns that as many as 58 million Germans could become infected by coronavirus.

Danube boat accident: Cruise ship captain goes on trial

Many of those who died were South Koreans on a small tourist boat in Budapest.

Harvey Weinstein awaits sentencing in New York rape trial

The former Hollywood producer faces up to 29 years in jail after being convicted of rape and assault.

Mexico City underground trains collide killing one

Two trains crash into each other at Tacubaya metro station in Mexico City injuring dozens.

Pakistan plane crash: Fighter jet crashes near Islamabad park

The F-16 military aircraft crashed in the Shakarparian area of the Pakistani capital.

Coronavirus: Confusion and fear sweep through Italy amid lockdown

Italian residents tell the BBC they are confused by government measures to tackle the outbreak.

Can Finland's Saimaa seals survive climate change?

This breed of seal is facing extinction but conservationists in Finland are trying to save it.

Coronavirus: Is China getting back to business?

China's government wants to get back to normal after official figures suggest the crisis may have stabilised.

Joe Biden extends lead over rival Sanders in Democratic presidential race

The Democratic front-runner solidifies his lead after heading for a win in the key state of Michigan.

George Pell: Court hears cardinal's final bid to quash sexual abuse verdict

The ex-Vatican treasurer was jailed for sexually abusing two boys, but maintains his innocence.

Coronavirus: Trucks spray disinfectant through Tehran's streets

Watch the massive disinfectant operation in a neighbourhood of Iran's capital.

Cornavirus: Coachella music festival postponed

This year's event in April was set to be headlined by Rage Against The Machine and Frank Ocean.

Life and struggle after YouTube fame

Dax was one of YouTube's first stars, but 13 years later, few people remember his name. Can a vlogging legend seize glory again?

Blasian dating in South Africa: ‘Will my Asian family accept my black boyfriend?’

Blasian - black and Asian - couples now exist in South Africa... but they don't always have an easy time.

The spectacular failures and successes of massive dams

It can be fiendishly complex to measure the social and environmental effects of large-scale dams.

General election 2019: What's the evidence that Russia interfered?

A trove of confidential UK government documents was leaked online in the run-up to the last general election – but who’s to blame? We look at the evidence.

'People are paranoid' - Life on lockdown in Italy

Confusion and anxiety for Italy's residents as restrictions to combat virus spread take effect.

Coronavirus: Troops sent to New York 'containment zone'

The city of New Rochelle has a significant cluster of virus cases, according to New York officials.

In pictures: Italy implements coronavirus curbs

The country is adjusting to restrictions on travel and public gatherings amid the coronavirus outbreak.

Is coronavirus coming between people and their faith?

As religious rituals are disrupted, is the disease coming between people and their worship?

Coronavirus: Life under Italy's lockdown

Travel bans, empty streets and prison riots, as 60 million people have their movements restricted.

Putin doesn't rule out running for president again

Russia's president says the final decision would be in the hands of the Constitutional Court.

Notre-Dame: Paris cathedral restoration work continues

Work to repair the cathedral is under way, nearly a year after its spire was destroyed by fire.

Coronavirus: Dutch PM tells nation not to shake hands – then does

Mark Rutte has apparently been caught out by his own handshake policy, moments after announcing it.

Chile robbery: Armed gang steals $15m from Santiago airport

Police think the robbers may have had inside information about the cash shipment.

Coronavirus: Italians barred from Austria to stop spread

Austria will bar Italians from entering unless they carry a medical certificate.

Nigeria's dethroned Emir of Kano accepts removal

Muhammadu Sanusi II says the new emir should be embraced after he is ousted for "insubordination".

Billie Eilish tackles body shaming as her world tour kicks off in Miami

"Though you've never seen my body, you still judge me for it," says the star, as her tour kicks off.

Coronavirus: President Xi visits Wuhan to signal control of outbreak

His visit comes as China records its lowest number of infections, with just 19 on Tuesday.

Trump on coronavirus: 'People are really surprised I understand this stuff'

On a tour of the CDC, President Trump says doctors asked him "How do you know so much about this?"

Coronavirus: US Republicans self-quarantine amid outbreak

Five politicians, including Sen Ted Cruz, isolate themselves, as President Trump says he is healthy.

David Elliott: Australia state police minister 'fired prohibited weapons'

Police are investigating whether New South Wales politician David Elliott broke the law at a gun range.

Asian markets still on edge over oil price war

Investors remain nervous after the single biggest share market drop since the financial crisis.

Call of Duty: Warzone to challenge battle royale rivals

The new game will be free and work across consoles to be accessible to more players.

Ellie and Nele: From she to he - and back to she again

When two trans men fell in love they began to have second thoughts about their gender.

Hundreds of billions of locusts swarm in East Africa

East Africa could be on the verge of a food crisis, if swarms of locusts are not controlled.

Why Russia has shunned the MH17 plane disaster trial

Russia puts up a wall of denial as it stands accused over the Malaysian jet shot down in 2014.

Mexican women strike to protest against gender-based violence

Millions of women stay away from work and school to show what a society without women looks like.

Inside Yemen's dangerously divided 'city of snipers'

The BBC's gained exclusive access to Taiz, home to one of the longest running battles of Yemen's civil war.

Why three senior Saudi princes have been silenced

The removal of close relatives of the Saudi crown prince is fuelling much speculation and rumour.

Venezuela fire: Thousands of voting machines burned

A blaze razes the main warehouse holding machines used in elections in Venezuela.

Cory Booker: Joe Biden picks up endorsement from former rival

The New Jersey senator's thumbs-up for Mr Biden follows the backing of Senator Kamala Harris.

Twitter labels edited Biden video 'manipulated tweet'

The misleading video, viewed almost six million times, was retweeted twice by President Trump.

Coronavirus: Italy in 'massive shock therapy' pledge to offset virus impact

The country's economy takes a hit, as millions try to adapt to new coronavirus restrictions.

Sudan PM Abdalla Hamdok survives assassination attempt

An explosion hit the vehicle in which Abdalla Hamdok was travelling in the capital, Khartoum.

Coronavirus Australia: 'Did you cough at me?' row on Sydney train

A cough on a train in Sydney sparked a passive-aggressive row that's since gone viral.

Skywhale: Controversial hot air balloon returns to Canberra

A controversial public artwork returns to Australia’s capital for a balloon spectacular.

Letter from Africa: The spread of coronavirus prejudice in Kenya

Before it recorded a single case of the virus, Kenya witnessed a number of anti-Chinese incidents.

Coronavirus: Trapped in a virus-struck care home.

Daughters' of woman quarantined in virus-struck care home say they feel 'helpless'.

International Women's Day: Clashes mar Mexico City march

Dozens are injured as activists throw petrol bombs and police use tear gas during a women's protest.

Afghanistan: Rival 'presidents' plan rival inaugurations

Both men insist they won the presidential election, which took place in September.

Asian stock markets tumble after oil prices crash

Volatility remains in stock markets as coronavirus cases rise and oil giants start a supply war.

Coronavirus: Foreigners leave N Korea on first commercial flight for weeks

One ambassador who had been quarantined for a month described the conditions as "morally crushing".

Coronavirus: 'Shaming' of Australia GP with virus angers doctors

The GP had been publicly rebuked for treating patients while unaware he had coronavirus.

Chinese group to complete British Steel takeover

The Chinese Jingye Group has said that the £50m takeover is due to be completed on Monday.

Oil plunges in Asia as producers start price war

Failure of oil cartel Opec and ally Russia to agree to supply cuts has seen prices crash more than 20%.

Flight MH17: Trial to start of four men accused of murdering 298 over Ukraine