Abounding Opportunities

Mexico reports at least 46,688 deaths with coronavirus, with only the US and Brazil recording higher numbers.

Trump says he will ban TikTok in the US

US security officials fear the Chinese-owned app could be used to collect Americans' personal data.

Dangerous heat wave forecast for south-western areas of US

Forecasters say temperatures could rise to 50C on Saturday in parts of Utah, Nevada and California.

Dr Fauci is asked if protests spread coronavirus

"You're putting words into my mouth," the US infectious disease chief says in a grilling by Congress.

Week in pictures: 25 July-31 July 2020

A selection of powerful news photographs taken around the world this week.

Phyllis Omido: The woman who won $12m fighting lead battery poisoners

Kenyan activist Phyllis Omido has been ignored, harassed and arrested, but she never gave up.

Why a new generation of Thais are protesting against the government

A new political divide in Thailand has emerged between the country's youth and its older generation.

US election 2020: The war hero who could be Biden's running mate

Senator Tammy Duckworth is an Iraq war veteran and the first Thai-American woman elected to Congress.

India coronavirus: Gold rush as pandemic roils country's economy

As Covid-19 worsens the economic slump, Indians are returning to a trusted asset: gold.

Belarus: The mother challenging an authoritarian president

Political novice Svetlana Tikhanovskaya rallies protesters in a battle with Alexander Lukashenko.

Oprah Magazine to honour Breonna Taylor on cover

The 26-year-old health worker was killed earlier this year, after police entered her home.

Tsitsi Dangarembga - Booker Prize nominee arrested in Zimbabwe

Tsitsi Dangarembga was detained as she took part in protest against alleged government corruption.

Fox found with impressive shoe collection in Berlin

A Berlin mystery is solved as a fox is found to have many stolen flip flops and sports shoes.

Hong Kong postpones elections for a year 'over virus concerns'

The move comes weeks after China imposed a controversial national security law on Hong Kong.

Twitter hack: Staff tricked by phone spear-phishing scam

Twitter says employees were tricked into handing over credentials to the cyber-attackers.

California amphibious vehicle accident: US marine dead, eight missing

A search is on after an incident involving an amphibious vehicle from Camp Pendleton, near San Diego.

Ghislaine Maxwell-Jeffrey Epstein emails revealed in new court papers

In the papers, a key accuser also alleges the pair were equally involved in sex trafficking.

Eurozone suffers deepest contraction on record

Spain, France and Italy hit by double-digit falls in economic output as the pandemic hits jobs and spending.

Belarus TV shows arrest of 'Russian mercenaries'

Belarus police arrested 32 Russians at a sanatorium, alleged to be members of a mercenary group.

Ellen DeGeneres apologises to staff over workplace 'issues'

The star is "disappointed" to hear allegations of harassment and intimidation on her chat show.

Vietnam records first Covid-19 death

The country had spent three months without any new infections before an outbreak in Da Nang city.

Australia unveils plan to force Google and Facebook to pay for news

Google and Facebook would pay news outlets in the "world-leading" plan, the government says.

Obama eulogy makes thinly veiled digs at Trump

Barack Obama eulogises late congressman John Lewis, with a few jabs at his White House successor.

Trudeau: 'no preferential treatment' for WE Charity

Canada's PM denies playing a role in picking a charity tied to his family for a federal programme.

South Africa's apartheid-era statues 'should be put in a theme park'

South African sculptor Pitika Ntuli on what we should do with reminders of colonial and racist history.

Lee Teng-hui: Taiwan's 'father of democracy' dies

Lee successfully pushed for more democracy, but took a controversially hard line against China.

Michael Brown: Officer won't be charged for 2014 killing of teenager

The killing of 18-year-old Michael Brown in Ferguson triggered protests across the US in 2014.

Afghanistan: At least 17 killed in Eid car blast

The explosion came on the eve of a ceasefire declared by the Taliban during the festival of Eid.

Covid-19: Why Hong Kong's 'third wave' is a warning

Until recently, the city was seen as a poster child in its handling of the pandemic. What went wrong?

What exactly is a 'Karen' and where did the meme come from?

To many the Karen meme - and its male equivalent Ken - sums up a specific type of white privilege.

The 'real' threat to Russia’s former doping mastermind

The ex-mastermind of Russian sports doping, Grigory Rodchenkov, now only appears in disguise. Matt Majendie explains why.

Bollywood's 'warts and all' biopic on 'human computer'

Bollywood actress Vidya Balan plays Shakuntala Devi who dazzled the world with her skill with numbers.

The middle-css Pakistani students fighting for a homeland dream

Shahdad Mumtaz died for his beliefs. Could a missing student end up waging war on the Pakistani state?

Gianni Infantino: Legal proceedings launched against Fifa president

Swiss prosecutors launch legal proceedings against Fifa president Gianni Infantino over alleged secret meeting with Swiss attorney general.

Belarus accuses 'Russian mercenaries' of election plot

Russia demands to know why Belarus has arrested 33 of its citizens.

Donald Trump suggests delay to 2020 US presidential election

Mr Trump cites concern over mail-in voting, despite little evidence of widespread fraud.

Big Tech: What comes next for the US giants?

Apple, Amazon, Alphabet and Facebook's CEOs gave testimony, but voters will determine the outcome.

Coronavirus: US economy sees sharpest contraction in decades

The impact of the pandemic meant the annual rate of growth in the second quarter collapsed by 33%.

Trevor Reed: Ex-US Marine jailed in Russia for assaulting police

The 29 year old is sentenced to nine years in prison after a trial he says was politically motivated.

German economy suffers sharpest decline on record

The economy shrank by 10.1% in the April-to-June period, official figures show.

Huawei takes top spot in global phone shipments for first time

The Chinese firm has overtaken Samsung as the world's biggest smartphone vendor.

TikTok launches $70m fund for European users

The video sharing app launched a $200m fund for American users earlier this month.

Jordan 'rotten meat': Child dies and 800 poisoned near Amman

A restaurant near Amman where the shawarma meat was not refrigerated is thought to be the source.

Hong Kong bars 12 opposition candidates from election

Opposition candidates had hoped to capitalise on anger over a controversial security law.

Killer of Rafiki, Uganda's rare silverback mountain gorilla, jailed

The hunter had previously said that he killed the animal in self defence when he was attacked.

Amazon boss Jeff Bezos refutes claims company acted like a 'drug dealer'

The Amazon boss is questioned by US Congress on one company's experience with his business.

Nasa Mars 2020: First aircraft to fly on another planet

Ingenuity is a 1.8kg (4lb) helicopter that will ride to Mars attached to the belly of Nasa's Perseverance.

Coronavirus: Samsung profits soar on work from home demand

The world's biggest producer of memory chips sees demand jump as data centres expanded during lockdowns.

Coronavirus: Australia's Victoria records huge case jump

The state reports its highest case and death toll - prompting fears that lockdown is not working.

Domino's Pizza New Zealand drops 'free pizza for Karen' offer after backlash

"We wanted to bring a smile to customers," the firm's New Zealand arm said. "We are sorry."

Yazidi children still haunted by Islamic State, Amnesty International says

Large numbers of Yazidi were killed by the Islamic State when it overran their homeland in 2014.

What's next after flood of US racial equity donations?

The global outpouring of giving following George Floyd's death inundated charities large and small.

'Bay of Piglets': A 'bizarre' plot to capture a president

How did exiled Venezuelans and former US Special Forces end up joining what looked from the outset like a suicide mission?

India and China race to build along a disputed frontier

The rival nuclear powers are trying to out-build each other along their disputed Himalayan border.

Nile dam row: Egypt fumes as Ethiopia celebrates

Concerns grow as Nile River nations fail to reach a deal on how to share the vital waters.

The sweet smell of success: How Bulgaria took the lead in lavender

Lavender is used for cosmetics, fragrances and even, with the help of bees, to make honey.

Stella Immanuel - the doctor behind unproven coronavirus cure claim

Stella Immanuel has caught the US president's attention for claiming hydroxychloroquine cures Covid-19.

Mara Soriano: Stolen teddy bear with dying mum's message found

The stolen bear contained a voice message from Mara Soriano's mother, who died last year.

Pakistan blasphemy: Gunman shoots accused dead in court

The victim was in court in the Pakistani city of Peshawar to face charges of claiming to be a prophet.

New York City police accused of 'kidnapping' protester

The footage of a protester being snatched off the street was shared widely on social media.

The Killers taking tour misconduct claims 'extremely seriously'

A female sound technician alleges sexual misconduct took place among the band's tour crew in 2009.

Coronavirus: Scaled back Hajj pilgrimage begins

Muslims are beginning a scaled back annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.

Coronavirus: Seven Zimbabwe babies stillborn in one night at hospital

Only one baby was born alive as urgent treatment was delayed over Covid-19-related staffing issues.

Umbrella Man: Minneapolis suspect linked to white supremacists

The man was pictured smashing the windows of an AutoZone store in the city during protests.

Yemen conflict: Southern separatists give up on self-rule

An agreement aims to heal a rift in the Saudi-led coalition against Houthi rebels in the north.

Turkey's MPs vote to tighten grip on social media

Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube will now need to comply with requests to remove content.

Coronavirus: Nissan shares fall 10% after record loss warning

Japan's second largest carmaker had already been struggling to cut costs and return to profitability.

Hajj 2020: 'It would have been my solace'

In the past year, Anisa lost her mother, her job and her house and had hoped Hajj would help her find solace.

'More than half of Mumbai slum-dwellers had Covid-19'

Mumbai has so far reported more than 110,000 infections and 6,000 deaths.

Coronavirus: Malta says 65 rescued migrants test positive

More than two thirds of 94 migrants rescued in the Mediterranean test positive.

US election: Biden pledges billions to improve racial equality

The Democratic candidate vows to boost opportunities for Black, Latino and Native American businesses.

Dreamworld deaths: Theme park owner pleads guilty to safety breaches

Dreamworld's owner pleads guilty to safety breaches, after a malfunctioning water ride killed four people.

Climate change: Coastal erosion 'to threaten more Australian homes'

Australia's love of beachside living will become more precarious as wave movements change, experts say.

Ecuador on alert over huge Chinese fishing fleet off Galapagos Islands

Ecuador is on alert due to the appearance of a fleet of fishing vessels off the Galapagos Islands.

Saudi Hajj coronavirus curbs mean 'no work, no salary, nothing'

Covid-19 has hit the annual Hajj and with no international pilgrims, many firms both in Saudi and abroad are suffering.

Should police be first to respond in a mental-health crisis?

Why cities in the US and Canada are eyeing removing police from front-line mental-health response.

'My Tanzanian family is split over coronavirus'

Sammy Awami writes that his relatives are divided over the Tanzanian leader's policy on Covid-19.

Coronavirus: Scaled back Hajj pilgrimage due to start in Saudi Arabia

Only a very limited number of Muslims living in the kingdom will be able to make the Hajj this year.

Spain quarantine rules: The businesses fearing for their futures

Spain's struggling tourist businesses say the UK's new quarantine rules may drive them off the edge.

US Attorney General defends deploying federal agents to Portland

US Attorney General accuses "rioters" of committing "an assault on the government of the United States".

Top Nigerian banker Akinwumi Adesina cleared after corruption probe

Akinwumi Adesina, president of African Development Bank, had been accused of nepotism and cronyism.

Van Gogh: Postcard helps experts 'find location of final masterpiece'

A postcard helped researchers pinpoint the probable spot near the French village of Auvers-sur-Oise.

Iter: World's largest nuclear fusion project begins assembly

The world's biggest nuclear fusion project has entered its five-year assembly phase.

Emmy Awards 2020: Watchmen leads the way with 26 nominations

The Marvellous Mrs Maisel, Ozark and Succession are also heavily nominated at this year's ceremony.

Benny Tai: Hong Kong university fires professor who led protests

Benny Tai, a law professor, called the move "the end of academic freedom" in Hong Kong.

Donald Trump Jr suspended from tweeting after Covid post

US president's son's use of Twitter is limited for 12 hours after he broke its misinformation rules.

Coronavirus: German officials 'very concerned' by rising cases

The head of Germany's public health agency says people have been "negligent" as infections increase.

Andrea Bocelli 'humiliated' by Italy's Covid rules

The Italian opera singer says his country's handling of the pandemic has been overblown.

Rodney King: Camera that captured 1991 beating to be auctioned

A bystander used the Sony Handycam to film King's beating by Los Angeles police in 1991.

Tahlequah: Killer whale who carried dead calf for days is pregnant

Tahlequah captured the world's attention when spotted carrying her dead calf for 17 days.

Women working more paid hours as men work less

Men are spending more time on childcare and housework than in the 1970s, but women still do the bulk.

Chainsmokers gig prompts inquiry over social distancing

New York's health commissioner seeks answers after footage shows crowds standing close together.

India Covid-19: Delhi's mask-averse shoppers worry officials

Delhi is slowly reopening as the government starts to ease Covid-19 restrictions.

Australia's fires 'killed or harmed three billion animals'

The recent bushfires were "one of the worst wildlife disasters in modern history", conservationists say.

Google's new transatlantic data cable to land in Cornwall

The tech giant plans a new high-end transatlantic data cable to go from the US to Bude, in Cornwall.

Najib Razak: Former Malaysian PM guilty on all charges in corruption trial

Tuesday's verdicts centred on $10m transferred from a wealth fund to Najib Razak's private accounts.

Coronavirus: Spanish PM says UK's travel restrictions 'unjust'

Pedro Sanchez says he hopes there will be a rethink, and most parts of Spain are safer than the UK.

Portland protests: US attorney general to condemn attacks on buildings

In congressional testimony, William Barr will defend sending federal security forces to the city.

New Zealand suspends Hong Kong extradition treaty

The country follows Australia and the UK in its response to China's new national security law.

Kylie Moore-Gilbert: Lecturer jailed in Iran 'moved to remote prison'

British-Australian woman Kylie Moore-Gilbert is reportedly moved to a notorious prison in the desert.

Coronavirus: How it turned the tables on Ghana's diaspora

Coronavirus has given Ghanaians a new perspective on the pull of living abroad.

Indian Matchmaking: The 'cringe-worthy' Netflix show that is a huge hit

Indian Matchmaking, a new Netflix show, has become a huge hit, spawning hundreds of memes and jokes.

Coronavirus in Wuhan: The son who lost his father to Covid-19

Zhang Hai travelled to the city with his father for routine surgery just before it went into lockdown.

Lake Titicaca giant frog: Scientists join forces to save species

International scientific institutions are teaming up to save the world's largest aquatic amphibian.

Mara Soriano: Celebs seek stolen teddy with dying mum's last message

Mara Soriano is appealing for help to find a teddy bear fitted with a voice recording from her mum.

Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson officially become Greek citizens

The Hollywood stars are granted honorary citizenship for helping victims of a wildfire in Greece.

Kansai Yamamoto: Japanese fashion designer dies

Yamamoto was known for mixing traditional Japanese designs with bright colours.

Egypt TikTok: Female influencers jailed over 'indecent' videos

The five young women are sentenced to two years in prison and fined almost $19,000 (£15,000) each.

Robert O'Brien, key Trump adviser, tests positive for Covid-19

National security adviser Robert O'Brien is the highest-ranking aide known to become infected.

Israel 'thwarts Hezbollah infiltration from Lebanon'

It comes after days of heightened tension after a Hezbollah fighter was killed, allegedly by Israel.

France to ban heated terraces in cafes and bars

The new ecology minister says outside heating or air conditioning is an "ecological aberration".

Firefighter abseils down well to save trapped owl

The rescuer had an oxygen mask and descended with ropes to save the bird.

Mexico flooding: Tropical depression Hanna drenches north

Heavy rains from Hanna leave parts of the city of Monterrey in northern Mexico under water.

Harry Harris: US envoy to South Korea shaves off controversial moustache

Harry Harris removes his facial hair, which reminded some South Koreans of colonial rule.

Chinese students in Australia targeted in virtual kidnapping scam

Students in Australia are coerced into faking their own kidnappings in the extortion scheme.

Coronavirus: Spain races to save tourism as cases surge

The UK imposed a 14-day quarantine on all arrivals from Spain after a spike in infections.

Black Lives Matter: Arkansas senator describes slavery as 'necessary evil'

Arkansas's Tom Cotton says he rejects the idea that the US is systemically racist to its core.

Coronavirus: Swimming defector was not infected, says S Korea

The suspected patient crawled through a drain then swam to North Korea, the South says.

The millions 'hanging by a thread' as coronavirus aid expires

A $600 boost to unemployment benefit is set to expire soon, leaving many people worried about money.

Coronavirus: Vietnam alarm after first cases in months

The four locally transmitted cases in Da Nang prompt a tourism ban and renewed prevention measures.

Sudan to send more troops to Darfur after deadly attacks

More than 80 people were killed in two attacks in Sudan's restive western region, the UN says.

Huawei holds summit as global pressure grows

The event comes after China's state media said HSBC played a role in the arrest of Huawei's finance chief.

Hong Kong launches share index of technology giants

Investors will now have greater access to Chinese tech firms including Alibaba, China's answer to Amazon.

US diplomats to leave consulate in Chengdu in tit-for-tat closures

China's decision to close the US mission came after the US shut China's consulate in Houston.

Iraq War: 'I am here today because another man died'

A photographer's decision to capture an image during the Iraq War changed not only his life - but the lives of the marines with him.

Coronavirus in South Africa: Why the low fatality rate is misleading

As coronavirus infections surge, Andrew Harding notes meaningless statistics and a fear of hospitals.

Coming out at 90 years old... to my gay daughter

While writing his memoirs in lockdown, Kenneth Felts opened up to his daughter about his first love.

Garrett Foster: Police investigate shooting at Austin Black Lives Matter protest

Garrett Foster was pushing his fiancée's wheelchair when he was shot dead by someone in a car.

John Lewis: US civil rights icon's body crosses Selma bridge a final time

The late civil rights activist is taken over the Edmund Pettus Bridge for a final time.

Olivia de Havilland, Golden Age of Hollywood star, dies at 104

Her career spanned more than 50 years and she was the last surviving star of Gone with the Wind.

Obituary: Olivia de Havilland, star of Hollywood's Golden Age

Star of Gone With the Wind was one of the last big names from Hollywood's golden era.

Coronavirus: Spain says outbreaks under control after UK orders quarantine

Spain says new coronavirus cases are isolated, as the UK tells arriving passengers to self-isolate.

How a Chinese agent used LinkedIn to hunt for targets

Dickson Yeo, a PhD student-turned-agent, targeted Americans that had access to private information.

Kenyan police officers arrested after fatal shooting in Garissa

Two people were killed during a protest in Garissa sparked by the arrest of a murder suspect.

South Africa jailbreak: Malmesbury prison inmates rearrested

Dozens of inmates fled after a group at Malmesbury Prison overpowered staff during exercise on Friday.

Coronavirus: 'I killed my mother with my own hands'

Covid-19 is the latest enemy faced by families in Iraq, and it's overrunning its hospitals and cemeteries.

Breonna Taylor death: Gunshot at Louisville black militia protest

An accidental shooting at a protest by heavily armed militia injured three people.

Seattle protest: Police and anti-racism demonstrators clash at march

Marches in support of anti-racism protests in Portland, Oregon were held across the US on Saturday.

Nantes cathedral fire: Church volunteer rearrested over arson

The Rwandan refugee, who worked as a volunteer warden, has admitted arson, prosecutors say.

North Korea on alert over 'first suspected coronavirus case'

State media say a defector who returned from South Korea has Covid-19 symptoms.

Hurricane Hanna batters southern Texas

A disaster declaration is issued for 32 counties, amid warnings of a life-threatening storm surge.

John Lewis: Mourners pay tributes to US civil rights icon

The last of America's Big Six civil rights leaders died on 17 July of pancreatic cancer, aged 80.

Coronavirus: Why won't India admit how Covid-19 is spreading?

Experts say India's government must accept the virus is spreading there through community transmission.

The frustration of trying to invest in my hometown

Would-be investors in US black neighbourhoods say they still face significant financial barriers.

Lupe Fiasco: America's influence in the world is 'dwindling'

Lupe Fiasco says America's influence in the world is "dwindling".

Viewpoint from Sudan - where black people are called slaves

The use of racial slurs in Sudan shows how deeply entrenched racism is there, writes Zeinab Mohammed Salih.

Coronavirus: False and misleading claims about vaccines debunked

Misinformation about coronavirus vaccine trials has been spreading on social media.

WE charity scandal - A simple guide to the new crisis for Trudeau

How a multimillion-dollar scheme to help students embroiled Trudeau and his family in controversy.

Latin American Foto Festival: Culture and coronavirus

Caribbean and Latin American photography features in the third Annual Latin American Foto Festival.

Coronavirus in India: 'PM Modi, please make men share housework!'

After India's lockdown revealed some hard truths about housework, one woman set out to fix the gender gap.

Thai gay activists raise Pride flags in Bangkok

The rally in Thailand's capital is the latest in a series of youth-led pro-democracy protests.

Sira Sylla: French President tweets support for targeted black MP

Protesters from Generation Identity held racist signs and lit flares outside Sira Sylla's office.

Regis Philbin, iconic US TV host, dies aged 88

The broadcaster became a national figure hosting talk shows with Kathie Lee Gifford and Kelly Ripa.

Coronavirus: Spain drives fears of European 'second wave'

Its Catalonia region closes its nightlife as other nations eye increases in new infections warily.

Istanbul Convention: Poland to leave European treaty on violence against women

Thousands of women have protested against the withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention.

German crash: Three die as aircraft hits home in Wesel

The two-seater microlight hits the roof of the large house in the city of Wesel, causing a fire.

France drugs: PM Castex to impose on-the-spot fines nationwide

The system will apply nationwide from September, as the new PM cracks down on "every day violence".

Malaysia arrests Bangladeshi migrant who criticised government on TV

The Bangladeshi man criticised the treatment of undocumented workers during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Paw Patrol: Cartoon not cancelled despite White House comments

White House press Kayleigh McEnany got it wrong when she said the cartoon had been a victim of "cancel culture".

South China Sea dispute: Australia says Beijing's claims have no legal basis

Australia tells the UN the claims have "no legal basis" as it aligns itself more closely with the US.

ICYMI: Fake baby pandas, a spectacular comet and more

The stories you may have missed this week.

Donald Trump acts to cut prescription drug prices in US

The president says his executive orders will overhaul the drug market, but some experts are sceptical.

Singapore man admits being Chinese spy in US

A court hearing is the latest incident as tensions rise between the US and China in recent days.

Amazon, Google and Wish remove neo-Nazi products

A BBC investigation finds white-supremacist books and merchandise for sale on top retail platforms.

Coronavirus: The week when everything changed for Trump

The president underwent a series of U-turns in an effort to save his re-election chances.

Brazil's racial reckoning: 'Black lives matter here, too'

Police killed nearly six times as many people as in the US last year, and most of them were black.

Why US-China relations are at their lowest point in decades

Tensions between the US and China are escalating at a dizzying pace. So what will happen next?

WhereIsMyName: Afghan women campaign for the right to reveal their name

Afghan women are often forced to keep their name secret, even from doctors. But some are fighting back.

Papa Shirandula: Kenyan actor Charles Bukeko remembered

The BBC's Ferdinand Omondi, a former soap actor himself, remembers an infectious comedic talent.

Indonesia vows to end practice of bride kidnapping

On an island east of Bali, women are still being abducted for marriage. Now, there is hope it may end.

By bike, boat and horseback: Epic coronavirus journeys home

With flights grounded and borders closed, these travellers took incredible steps to get home.

Christopher Columbus statues temporarily removed in Chicago

The temporary move comes after protesters attempted to topple a statue of the Italian explorer.

Jessica Shuran Yu: 'Dismay' after Singapore skater tells of training abuse

Jessica Shuran Yu said her early training in China was overshadowed by beatings and verbal abuse.

Hungary's Index journalists walk out over sacking

More than 70 staff resign at top independent site Index, in a row over media freedom.

Russia satellite: Kremlin accuses US and UK of 'distorting' truth

Moscow insists US and UK accusations that Russia has tested anti-satellite weaponry are "distorted".

South Africa escape: Manhunt launched for inmates on the run

The inmates absconded while being transferred to court in Malmesbury, in an escape caught on camera.

Genetic impact of colonial-era slave trade revealed in DNA study

The consequences of rape, maltreatment, disease and racism are revealed by the findings.

Goldman Sachs settles 1MDB scandal with Malaysia for $3.9bn

The US bank will make a cash payment to the Malaysian government as part of the deal.

US lottery jackpot shared after 1992 handshake

Two friends agreed nearly 30 years ago that if one scooped the Powerball lottery they would split it.

Hagia Sophia: Why is this museum-turned-mosque at the centre of a culture war?

Why is a museum-turned-mosque at the centre of a culture war?

Sudan mass grave linked to anti-Bashir coup attempt

The 28 bodies are thought to be army officers involved in a failed coup against Omar al-Bashir in 1990.

Coronavirus: Vietnam bans wildlife trade over pandemic risk

The ban covers the import of wildlife and wildlife products as well as markets, including online sales.

Coronavirus: Dr Anthony Fauci throws first pitch of US baseball season

The US' leading expert in infectious diseases, Dr Anthony Fauci, opens the US baseball season with a ceremonial throw.

What will it take to stop India's police brutality?

Two recent cases have once again highlighted the problem of police brutality in the country.

China orders closure of US consulate in Chengdu

The move comes days after the US ordered China to close its consulate in Houston.

Hagia Sophia: Former Istanbul museum to open for Muslim worshippers

The former museum will open to worshippers for the first time after being turned back into a mosque.

Taiwan laundry: Elderly models are unexpected Instagram hit

A man's wish to stop his grandparents being bored leads to unexpected fame and new happiness.

Behrouz Boochani: Refugee author granted asylum in New Zealand

Behrouz Boochani was held on Manus Island for six years under Australia's harsh asylum policy.

Coronavirus: Question mark over 2021 Tokyo Olympics

The Olympics are now one year away - again - but some athletes fear that they won't happen at all.

IS prisoner issue a ticking timebomb for the West

Unfinished business of foreign fighters presents a renewed security problem in the world.

Reopening US schools 'makes our kids guinea pigs'

Florida's decision to reopen all brick and mortar schools in August caused a teacher backlash.

Idris Khattak: 'My father was taken and I don't know why'

Unknown men put a bag over Idris Khattak's head and took him from his car on a highway interchange.

Did Sweden's coronavirus strategy succeed or fail?

Despite global criticism, Sweden has seen a drop in serious Covid cases without ever having a lockdown.

Nasa Mars rover: How Perseverance will hunt for signs of past life

If there was life on Mars, how will the US space agency's next robot rover recognise it?

Italian Carabinieri station in Piacenza shut over torture claims

Carabinieri military police are held on suspicion of crimes that have shocked the city of Piacenza.

Taiwan police use Animal Crossing to return lost Nintendo Switch

When they found the lost console, officers used the game to send a message to the owner's friends.

Australian gymnastics: Former athletes speak out on 'abuse' culture

Gymnastics Australia vows "change" after dozens of ex-athletes share stories of mental and physical abuse.

Israel: 'Gay conversion' therapy ban bill passed by MPs

It becomes the first country in the Middle East to take steps to outlaw the controversial practice.

NIgeria's Boko Haram crisis: Aid workers 'killed' in Borno state

President Buhari condemns the killings and vows to bring the gunmen to justice.

Roman jars found in Spanish seafood shop

Two men are investigated after 13 ancient amphoras are discovered during a routine inspection.

Bruno Dey: Former Nazi guard found guilty over mass murder at Stutthof Camp

Bruno Dey, 93, was handed a two-year suspended prison sentence by a court in Hamburg.

Germany's Ritter Sport wins square chocolate battle against Milka

Swiss chocolate-maker Milka challenged the German bar's right to be the only square bar in Germany.

Hiker stranded for 40 hours in the desert films himself

Robert Ringo fell and broke his leg on a hike and did not have a way to communicate.

China-US row: Fugitive researcher 'hiding in San Francisco consulate'

The researcher lied about her military background, the FBI says, amid a row over Chinese consulates.

Twitter says hackers viewed 36 accounts' private messages

The social network said that one of those affected was a Dutch elected official.

Uganda - where security forces may be more deadly than coronavirus

No-one has officially died from Covid-19 in Uganda, but 12 people have allegedly been killed by security officers.

India's diamond-studded response to the virus

Jewelers have been inspired by the pandemic to turn every day masks into something precious.

China's Tianwen-1 Mars rover rockets away from Earth

The Asian country's first surface mission to the Red Planet heads out on a Long March 5 rocket.

Woody Johnson: US ambassador to UK denies making racist comments

Woody Johnson says media reports he made insensitive comments about race and gender are "false".

Western brands face pressure over China Uighur ties

Activists have accused Western companies of "bolstering and benefiting" from abuses of China's Muslim minority.

China's Star market aims to take on the Nasdaq

Launched a year ago, the tech-heavy Chinese stock market is already worth more than $400bn.

Coronavirus: South Korea in recession as exports at 57-year low

It joins a growing list of trade-reliant countries that have seen their economies slump.

George Floyd murder suspect Derek Chauvin charged with tax evasion

Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is charged with multiple counts of tax evasion.

Madeleine McCann suspect investigated over rape link

Portuguese police are investigating if a suspect in the case may be linked to a rape three years before.

Canada court rules US 'not safe' for asylum seekers

The US violates the human rights of asylum seekers by imprisoning them, a Canadian judge rules.

Abood Hamam: 'A picture can kill you or save your life'

For years Abood Hamam sent war photos out of Syria anonymously. Now he's using his name, and urging exiles to return.

George Floyd death: The other names we're also hearing now

For some bereaved relatives fighting for justice the spotlight can be welcome, but it's still painful

Student files climate change lawsuit against Australian government

Katta O'Donnell is accusing Canberra of failing to disclose risks from climate change to its bonds.

Nazi eagle in Uruguay auction 'should go to museum'

A US Holocaust centre warns that a bronze eagle in Uruguay could be bought by white supremacists.

Mexico archaeology: Pre-Hispanic ruins found on mountaintop

Experts think the site, estimated to be 1,500 years old, was dedicated to the god of the underworld.

Chicago violence: Fourteen mourners shot outside funeral home

The shooting comes amid a surge in violence and a threat by President Trump to send in federal agents.

Daphne Caruana Galizia murder: Middleman critically wounded

Melvin Theuma was due to give evidence in court and police say his wounds were self-inflicted.

What to say - and not to say - about Kanye West

Erratic comments and a long-shot bid to become US president have raised questions about his welfare.

US orders China to close Houston consulate

Unidentified people were filmed burning paper in the consulate's courtyard after the order was made.

Andrew Mlangeni: Last Mandela co-accused dies aged 95

Andrew Mlangeni death signifies the end of a generational history, South Africa's president says.

Amazon-owned Whole Foods in Black Lives Matter legal claim

The Amazon-owned supermarket is accused of discriminating against black staff over BLM face masks.

Coronavirus: The great contact-tracing apps mystery

Germany and Switzerland are not sure how well their apps are working as the data is out of bounds.

Sydney police 'asked woman to remove tampon' in strip-search

A review into police conduct during five controversial strip-searches has called for an official apology.

NWSL: Serena Williams & Natalie Portman invest in new LA women's football team

A group including Serena Williams is to fund a new Los Angeles-based women's team set to launch in time for the National Women's Soccer League in spring 2022.

Coronavirus: Airlines call for joint US-European testing scheme

Major carriers in the US and Europe want a coordinated programme to get passengers flying again.

Britney Spears: What exactly is the #FreeBritney campaign?

The superstar's conservatorship and the social media movement - explained.

Matiullah Jan: Pakistan anger as video shows reporter's abduction

Matiullah Jan, a prominent journalist, was missing for hours, but is now back home.

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong: ‘A few cars are following me’

Joshua Wong believes he is now being followed, after the new security law was passed by China.

QAnon: Twitter bans accounts linked to conspiracy theory

The social media site says it is taking action to limit behaviour that could lead to "offline harm".

Trump pivots: 'I'm getting used to the mask'

The president urged Americans to wear a face covering, having previously disparaged them as unsanitary.

Belarus election: Snatched from the streets in Europe's 'last dictatorship'

Activists and journalists are being rounded up and jailed in Belarus ahead of next month’s elections.

Coronavirus: How the outbreak has hit tourism in Africa

Africa's tourism sector is battling to survive as coronavirus keeps away holidaymakers from abroad.

Coronavirus in India: 'PM Modi, please make men share housework!'

After India's lockdown revealed some hard truths about housework, one woman set out to fix the gender gap.

Singapore election: Does the political shake-up change anything?

It's only ever been run by one party, but another has inched forward to challenge its dominance.

How deep are Britain and China's economic ties?

The two countries' growing relationship includes nuclear power projects, foreign students and trade.

Ex-Trump lawyer Michael Cohen sues William Barr for 'gag order'

Michael Cohen claims he was sent back to jail in retaliation for writing a book about the president.

Netflix cancels Turkish show If Only in row over gay character

A Turkish censorship row breaks out after a writer says her show was axed over a gay character.

Portland protests: Fresh violence as demonstrators clash with federal officers

US federal officers fire tear gas as demonstrators throw projectiles outside the city's courthouse.

Secret Morse code tune sees game removed in China

A hidden message about Hong Kong has led to a game being taken offline.

France domestic violence: Vote to lift patient confidentiality

It introduces an exception to medical confidentiality if a victim is deemed in "immediate danger".

Panama murder: Suspect charged after seven youths were killed

The victims were shot dead during a swimming trip while six other youths escaped.

Greta Thunberg to donate one-million-euro humanitarian prize

Campaigner Greta Thunberg says she will donate the money to projects that tackle the climate crisis.

Omar al-Bashir: Sudan's ex-president on trial for 1989 coup

He is accused of overthrowing a democratically-elected government to assume power.

Russia report: UK 'playing catch up' against Russian interference

The Intelligence and Security Committee said government had "actively avoided" looking for interference.

India coronavirus: Nearly one in four in Delhi had Covid-19, study says

Confirmed cases are under 1% of the population, suggesting much more widespread infection.

Ukraine gunman holds 20 hostages on bus

Police are negotiating with the man in the western city of Lutsk, officials have said.

Churchill's legacy leaves Indians questioning his hero status

Yogita Limaye explores how Indians are questioning more about the dark chapters of colonial history.

Dua Lipa sparks controversy with 'Greater Albania' map tweet

Some accuse the singer of stoking Albanian nationalism, while others say she is defending people's rights.

Woman takes selfie as wild bear sniffs her hair

This brown bear definitely was not social distancing as he pawed at an incredibly calm park visitor.

Dreamworld accident: Operator charged over Australian theme park deaths

Four people were crushed to death on a water ride at the Australian theme park in 2016.

Coronavirus: India's biggest airline IndiGo to cut 10% of staff

The low cost carrier is the latest airline to make cuts as coronavirus-related restrictions hit demand.

Coronavirus: EU leaders reach recovery deal after marathon summit

Summit chairman Charles Michel says the deal by the 27-nation bloc is a "pivotal moment" for Europe.

Michigan judge refuses to free girl in missed homework case

The decision to send the 15-year-old girl to juvenile detention has sparked protests in the US.

China warns UK of 'consequences' over Hong Kong 'interference'

The Chinese ambassador in London says the UK has "blatantly interfered" in China's internal affairs.

Coronavirus: Why are Americans so angry about masks?

How face coverings meant to curb virus spread became grounds for political battle.

Indonesia vows to end practice of bride kidnapping

On an island east of Bali, women are still being abducted for marriage. Now, there is hope it may end.

TikTok: How app got caught up in the US-China clash

Why is there so much controversy surrounding the popular short-video app?

'Why our Nigerian online wedding suits us just fine'

Two young Nigerian couples on why they don't regret doing things their own way and breaking with tradition.

Esther Salas: 'Body found' as police probe attack on judge's family

Police were hunting the suspect in the deadly attack on judge Esther Salas's family in New Jersey.

Belgian authorities investigate police 'kneeling' death

Police are investigating after footage appears to show an officer kneeling on the man's back.

Bar Refaeli: Israel convicts model of tax evasion

The top model has been given a heavy fine and ordered to serve nine months of community service.

Climate change: Polar bears could be lost by 2100

Scientists say we have time to save polar bears if we act now to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Hopewell Chin'ono: Whistle-blowing Zimbabwean journalist arrested

Hopewell Chin'ono recently exposed alleged high-level corruption in the Zimbabwean government.

UK suspends extradition treaty with Hong Kong

The foreign secretary says China's national security law is a "serious violation" of international obligations.

Sergei Furgal protests: Putin picks new governor after murder allegation

Governor Sergei Furgal of Khabarovsk has been replaced, after his arrest sparked mass demonstrations.

Oxford coronavirus vaccine trial shows promise

Antibodies and T-cells made by patients, but more trials needed to prove this is enough to stop people being infected.

Coronavirus: Masks mandatory in France amid fresh outbreaks

Face masks must be worn in all enclosed public spaces amid hundreds of active clusters of Covid-19.

Japanese athletes suffered abuse, says Human Rights Watch report

Young athletes in Japan have suffered physical, verbal and sexual abuse during training, a report by Human Rights Watch says.

Missing Kansas dog makes 50-mile trip to old home in Missouri

Cleo, a four-year-old labrador, walks from Kansas to Missouri, leaving her owner "speechless".

Dramatic footage shows house collapsing into flood waters

Monsoon rains caused flooding in several areas of India's capital Delhi on Sunday.

Amber Heard: Johnny Depp hit me during row over pre-nuptial agreement

US actress Amber Heard takes the witness stand in ex-husband Johnny Depp's libel case.

TikTok: 'We don't give user data to China'

A senior company official tells the BBC the video-sharing app is not "under the thumb" of China.

Gunman attacks family of US federal judge Esther Salas

An attacker dressed as a FedEx driver is sought after the shooting at the home of judge Esther Salas.

Hong Kong: UK set to suspend extradition treaty with Chinese territory

It comes amid rising tensions between London and Beijing over a controversial national security law.

Why some Kenyans still deny coronavirus exists

Kenya has had more than 11,000 cases of Covid-19 and 200 deaths, yet many don't take it seriously.

Coronavirus: China's cinemas start to reopen after shutdowns

The country is the second largest film market in the world after the US, with a box office of $9.2bn in 2019.

New Zealand: New volcano alert system 'could have warned of White Island eruption'

They say their system could have given 16 hours warning of the deadly White Island eruption of 2019.

Coronavirus: Wrangling over huge EU recovery plan enters fourth day

EU leaders are still struggling to reach a deal on a recovery fund, with deep differences remaining.

US election 2020: Kanye West launches unconventional bid for presidency

Fans have questioned whether the rapper's last-minute bid for the presidency is genuine.

Danish murder on Bornholm island raises tension in race debate

Police and prosecutors rule out racism, but activists ask if hate crimes are being properly investigated.

Coronavirus in South Asia: Is a lack of testing hiding scale of the outbreak?

India has emerged as a hotspot, but new cases in neighbouring countries appear to be on the decline.

'I was standing at the wrong end of a machine gun'

Sir Jack Petchey built a huge property empire and his own charity, but it was not all plain sailing.

Gaza's disturbing rise in suicides

The sudden death of a 25-year-old activist has brought suicide into the spotlight.

UK accuses China of 'gross' human rights abuses against Uighurs

Chinese officials reject what Dominic Raab says are "deeply troubling" reports of forced sterilisation.

Portland protests: Mayor demands federal troops leave city

Mayor Ted Wheeler accuses troops of "sharply escalating" protest-related violence.

UAE ready for historic first mission to Mars

The United Arab Emirates is counting down to the launch of its Hope probe to the Red Planet.

LeBron James rookie card sells for record $1.8m

A rare LeBron James trading card sells for a record $1.8m at auction - nearly doubling the previous record.

Italian police find cocaine hidden inside coffee beans

The package from Colombia was intercepted by Italian police at Milan Malpensa Airport.

Coronavirus: Zimbabwe arrests 100,000 for 'violations' of measures

Police say people violated the measures but critics say the government is targeting the opposition.

Assam flooding: Several rare rhinos die in India's Kaziranga park

Eight one-horned rhinos have been killed after rains left 85% of the Kaziranga park under water.

Nantes cathedral volunteer detained after fire

The Rwandan refugee was responsible for closing up the cathedral the day before the fire.

Iran halts execution of three protesters after online campaign

It comes after a hashtag against their execution was used millions of times online.

Coronavirus: Hong Kong reports biggest one-day rise in cases

The territory will bring back strict lockdown measures, after more than 100 new infections.

China's ambassador challenged on treatment of Uighurs

China's ambassador to the UK is confronted with drone footage that appears to show Uighurs being blindfolded and led to trains.

China floods: Huai river alert level raised amid heavy rains

Heavy rains have swept across China for weeks, from the southwest to the east coast.

John Lewis: 'He was fighting for justice when it wasn't cool'

Atlanta residents pay tribute to civil rights icon John Lewis.

Coronavirus: EU leaders start third day of recovery talks

As global cases rise by record numbers, EU leaders struggle to reach a deal on a recovery package.

Portland protests: Oregon state files lawsuit against federal US government

The state attorney general accuses the federal government of violating citizens' rights in protests.

Coronavirus: WHO reports record single-day global increase in cases

The number of new cases has surpassed 250,000 in a day, the World Health Organization says.

Coronavirus: The slow death of the American all-you-can-eat buffet

Buffets, beloved by many Americans, are rapidly changing their business model to adapt to the virus.

'My Nigerian great-grandfather sold slaves'

Colonial slave-traders are seeing their legacies reassessed, but what about the Africans who profited?

Coronavirus face masks: Why men are less likely to wear masks

Covid-19 kills more men than women, so why are they shunning protective masks the most?

Spain's monarchy shaken by Juan Carlos's hidden Swiss fortune

King Juan Carlos abdicated in 2014 but is once again in the spotlight over his financial dealings.

'I was found as a baby wrapped in my mum's coat – but who am I?'

For 70 years Tony May knew nothing about where he came from, except that he'd been left on the bank of the Thames.

Ekaterina Alexandrovskaya, Australia Olympics skater, dies in Moscow at 20

Russian-born Ekaterina Alexandrovskaya competed for Australia at the 2018 Winter Olympics.

Martin Luther King III: 'John Lewis was 'a giant'

Civil rights activist Martin Luther King III speaks about the legacy of John Lewis, who has died at the age of 80.

Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Sabah: Kuwaiti emir hospitalised for medical checks

The crown prince will 'temporarily' take over some of Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Sabah's duties.

Nantes cathedral fire rescue in pictures

Stained glass windows and the grand organ were damaged by the fire in the 15th Century building.

Coronavirus spike continues amid new Catalonia restrictions

The region has the worst of Spain's 150 new clusters, prompting France to consider border closures.

Russia's UK ambassador rejects coronavirus vaccine hacking allegations

Russia's representative in the UK also dismisses suggestions of interference in British politics.

China coronavirus: 'Wartime state' declared for Urumqi in Xinjiang

Urumqi, the capital of Xinjiang, has a small number of infections but strict counter-measures.

John Lewis: Former presidents join tributes to civil rights icon

Former US presidents have paid tribute after the civil rights icon died of cancer, aged 80.

Why I fell in love with Irish dancing

Morgan Bullock was accused of "cultural appropriation" after a video of her Irish dancing went viral.

Iran sends black box of Ukrainian plane to France

Iran says the plane, which had 176 people on board, was mistaken for a cruise missile.

Amazon soya and beef exports 'linked to deforestation'

UK consumers may unwittingly be buying meat linked to the destruction of the Amazon, experts say.

Sergei Furgal: Fresh protests in Khabarovsk over governor's arrest

Demonstrators say they are taking to the streets "because our governor was stolen from us".

Nantes: Fire breaks out at Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul cathedral

More than 60 firefighters are attending the scene after flames were seen billowing from the building.

Twitter hackers manipulated staff to access internal systems

The firm says it is "embarrassed and sorry" for the hack that saw celebrities tweet a Bitcoin scam.

Coronavirus: Inside Germany's largest airport during the pandemic

The BBC takes a look at how Frankfurt is managing to record only 5-6 new coronavirus cases a day.

Civil rights icon and congressman John Lewis dies aged 80

Lewis, who was the last of the Big Six civil rights leaders, was diagnosed with cancer in December.

Unflustered news anchor loses tooth live on air

Marichka Padalko simply put the tooth in her hand and continued presenting the news.

US military effectively bans Confederate flag with new policy

The flag of pro-slavery states during the US Civil War is no longer authorised on military property.

Coronavirus: Donald Trump vows not to order Americans to wear masks

His remarks come as infectious disease expert Dr Anthony Fauci urged people to wear face coverings.

Coronavirus tests: Swabs don't damage the brain and other claims fact-checked

False rumours that coronavirus tests can be harmful have circulated in several different languages.

How a Colombian market is using AI to combat Covid-19 outbreaks

Markets have been virus hotspots in Colombia, so one of them is trying a new way to curb the spread.

Could Canada's worst mass shooting have been avoided?

Questions still remain three months after Gabriel Wortman went on a rampage across Nova Scotia.

My Money: 'My house looks happy'

Anna Josse Eklund from Sweden takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.

'Rambo' suspect Yves Rausch held in Black Forest after five-day hunt

Police had been hunting for a man in the Black Forest who seized weapons from officers last Sunday.

Ruth Bader Ginsberg: Supreme court justice has cancer again

Top liberal US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has recurrence of cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy.

Nigeria's Zamfara state offers repentant bandits cows for AK-47s

Zamfara state's governor uses an original ploy to deal with a recent wave of bandit attacks.

Twitter hack: 130 accounts targeted in attack

Two days after the hack, Twitter says it is still checking if private data was compromised.

Zindzi Mandela's family praised for revealing she had Covid-19

President Cyril Ramaphosa says revealing Zindzi Mandela had the virus would encourage acceptance.

Coronavirus: India's Covid-19 cases cross one million

After the US and Brazil, India is only the third country to record more than a million coronavirus cases.

Protests after Detroit teen detained over missed homework

Michigan's supreme court says it will review the original family court ruling against 'Grace'.

Coronavirus: Georgia governor sues Atlanta over face mask rules

It comes as Atlanta signalled it would defy an order barring the enforcement of public mask usage.

Coronavirus aid: California man arrested over fraud claim

A California man is accused of gambling away federal aid intended for businesses hit by coronavirus.

China coronavirus: Most flights cut to Xinjiang after outbreak

China's government cancels hundreds of flights in and out of the area after new infections emerge.

Varavara Rao: Outrage as jailed Indian poet contracts Covid

Varavara Rao is a Maoist ideologue and poet who has espoused radical thinking and revolutionary ideas.

Sergei Furgal: The arrest fuelling anti-Moscow anger in Russia's far east

Thousands have been rallying in Khabarovsk to demand their governor be returned for a fair trial.

Why can’t Egypt and Ethiopia agree on the Nile dam?

A look behind the fraught stand-off over a controversial new dam on the Blue Nile.

Real Madrid win La Liga for 34th time

Real Madrid wrap up their first La Liga title in three years as they beat Villarreal at the Alfredo Di Stefano Stadium.

New South Wales erosion: Huge swells leave homes at risk of collapse

Huge waves have lashed the New South Wales coastline this week, causing erosion beneath homes.

Coronavirus: UN makes record $10.3M appeal for pandemic fight

The UN says up to 265 million people could face starvation because of the impact of Covid-19.

Doctor Room: The counsellor helping digital sex crime victims

"I felt that taking a break is a sin," she says. "If I sleep it means more videos get out there."

EU leaders meet in push for Covid recovery deal

Hopes of reaching an agreement are not high, but some countries say they need urgent funding.

Doctor Room: The counsellor helping digital sex crime victims

"I felt that taking a break is a sin," she says. "If I sleep it means more videos get out there."

India coronavirus: Delhi breathes again as Covid-19 cases dip

India's capital lost control of the pandemic but now cases are plummeting. Can we trust the data?

Echoes of Empire: Aboriginal Australians and the legacy of colonialism

The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil explores how the life chances of indigenous Australians are rooted in colonialism.

Alan Rusbridger: Facebook oversight board must avoid 'half-baked judgements'

Alan Rusbridger, a member of the oversight board, acknowledged a desire to launch ahead of US vote.

Calls to change justice system 'stacked against' indigenous Australians

More than half the children locked up in Australia are indigenous, despite making up only 3% of the population.

Hans Egede: Greenland votes on colonial Danish statue

The Nordic explorer who made Greenland a Danish colony is a divisive figure.

Spanish king leads memorial to victims of Covid-19

Tributes were paid to the victims of the pandemic outside the Royal Palace in Madrid.

Summers could become 'too hot for humans'

Rising global temperatures could see summers that are too hot to work in.

Anger over video of Indian police attacking Dalit couple

Two officials have been removed after the Dalit couple attempted suicide by consuming pesticide.

Johnny Depp was never violent to me, says ex-partner Winona Ryder

Johnny Depp's ex-fiancee says it is "impossible to believe" claims from Amber Heard that he was violent.

In pictures: Severe floods engulf eastern China

Water levels at Poyang lake, in China's eastern Jiangxi province, are at a record high.

Bolivian sex workers using raincoats to keep 'safe'

Many Bolivian sex workers say they are using safe measures to return to work

Coronavirus: Russian hackers target Covid-19 vaccine research

The UK, US and Canada say state-backed hackers tried to steal coronavirus vaccine research.

River Nile dam: Sudan blasts 'unilateral' move as Ethiopia dam fills

As talks fail with Ethiopia, Sudan says water levels drop downstream and Egypt demands "clarification".

China says a US travel ban on Communist Party members would be 'pathetic'

US media earlier reported the Trump administration was considering a travel ban on party members.

President Trump and Ivanka criticised over Goya support

The pair shared endorsements for the Hispanic food brand on social media, prompting ethics concerns.

EU-US Privacy Shield for data struck down by court

The EU-US Privacy Shield, governing the transfer of citizens' data, has been declared invalid.

Breonna Taylor: Kenny Stills arrested during Kentucky protest

Stills was one of 87 people detained during protests over the police killing of Breonna Taylor.

Megan Thee Stallion 'suffered gunshot wounds', apparently injuring foot

The hit US rapper says she's "grateful to be alive" after apparently being injured in the foot.

Del Mar: Racing suspended as 15 jockeys at US track test positive for coronavirus

Racing is suspended at the Del Mar track in California after 15 jockeys test positive for coronavirus.

Climate change: Siberian heatwave 'clear evidence' of warming

The heatwave would have been almost impossible without human-caused climate change, a study says.

Ambani: Google latest US tech giant to invest in India's Jio

The search engine giant's $4.5bn bet comes after Facebook, Intel and Qualcomm bought stakes in Jio.

Brad Parscale replaced as Trump's campaign manager

Brad Parscale was reportedly blamed by Mr Trump's inner circle for a poorly attended rally in Oklahoma.

Coronavirus: Chinese economy bounces back into growth

China's economy grew 3.2% in the second quarter of this year following a record coronavirus-related slump.

Seven countries with big (and small) population problems

A look at seven countries facing dramatic population changes - and how they are tackling the problem.

Coronavirus: 'How we’re surviving a second virus lockdown'

From star-gazing to Nintendo workouts - people facing lockdown again share what's keeping them sane.

India coronavirus: Kuwait's new expat bill has Indians worried

Kuwait's expat quota bill, if approved, will force nearly 800,000 Indians to return home.

My Money: 'I'm a sucker for a promo sticker'

Charmel Flemming from South Africa takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus: Ireland puts brakes on easing lockdown amid 'real concern'

The Republic of Ireland will not moved forward into Phase 4 of its roadmap, the taoiseach confirms.

Huawei: China attacks UK's 'groundless' ban of 5G kit

The UK cited security risks - but China says it is "an excuse to co-operate with the United States".

Bushehr port: Seven ships ablaze in latest Iran mystery fires

The incident in the port of Bushehr follows a series of fires and explosions in the country.

River Nile dam: Filling operation begins - Ethiopia

Officials confirm satellite images showing water levels rising - despite failed talks with Egypt and Sudan.

Cecil Rhodes statue in Cape Town has head removed

The statue had been targeted before amid anger in South Africa at monuments to colonialism.

Viola Davis: I betrayed myself and my people in The Help

The Oscar-nominated 2011 film was created in the "cesspool of systemic racism", the actress says.

Kenyan 12-year old girl married to two men within a month

Authorities in Kenya's Narok country rescued the child and are searching for her father and the two men.

US-China: Pompeo dog photo has netizens asking if US is toying with China

The US secretary of state's photo of his dog with her toys may carry a message for Xi Jinping.

Azerbaijan protesters demand war after Armenia clashes

Thousands marched in the capital Baku and some attacked the parliament after clashes with Armenia.

Nigeria table tennis great Oshonaike: 'I was physically and sexually abused'

As Nigeria takes a serious look at sexual assault and the way women are treated, six-time Olympic table tennis great Funke Oshonaike talks for the first time about her experience.

Russia’s young liberals confronted by MeToo moment

A spate of resignations follows details of harassment in the workplace in Russia's liberal media.

Hong Kong: China vows to retaliate after Trump ends special economic status

Beijing strongly condemns the US move to end Hong Kong's special trade status and target officials.

Assam: Fifty dead and two million hit by India monsoon floods

Heavy rain has submerged villages across Assam state, with tigers and rhinos also badly affected.

Apple has €13bn Irish tax bill overturned

The EU's second highest court says the tech giant will not have to pay a record sum in back taxes.

Fahim Saleh: Pathao and Gokada entrepreneur found dead in New York

Fahim Saleh, 33, who co-founded Gokada and Pathao, was found dead in his flat.

Norway stabbings: Woman killed and two more injured in Sarpsborg

Police arrest a man in Sarpsborg, south-east of the capital Oslo, after three women were attacked.

Fertility rate: 'Jaw-dropping' global crash in children being born

Nearly every country will see their populations fall as the world has fewer babies.

Naya Rivera: Glee star died of accidental drowning, California officials say

Her body was found several days after she went missing last week during a boating trip with her son.

New York Times to move Hong Kong staff to Seoul over press freedom fears

The paper warns the city's new security law is undermining Hong Kong as a global media hub.

Coronavirus chaos: Inside South Africa's 'hospitals of horrors'

A BBC investigation exposes chronic failures in the health system in one of the poorest areas.

Coronavirus: The last-round fight for NYC's bastions of boxing?

With no clear path to reopening, New York's boxing gyms fear they may never return after the pandemic.

US election: Do postal ballots lead to voting fraud?

President Trump says postal ballots lead to widespread fraud - but what evidence is there?

Egypt desperate to revive coronavirus-hit tourism industry

The pandemic brought Egypt's tourism industry to a virtual halt, affecting millions of livelihoods.

Foreign students in US: Trump administration drops deportation plans

Foreign students had been told they were at risk if their classes moved online during the pandemic.

Amazon's hand-washing policy in spotlight

As part of legal action brought by workers in New York, Amazon's policy on toilet breaks is debated.

Harvey Weinstein: Judge rejects $18.9m settlement

Dozens of women would have shared the payout but other accusers had objected to its terms.

Top Catalan politician accuses Spain of 'political spying'

Pro-independence figure Roger Torrent claims the Spanish government targeted his phone with spyware.

Officer saves three-week-old baby who choked on milk

The officer saved a three-week-old baby girl who was choking on milk, as her mother watched.

Coronavirus: Blogger Emna Charqui given jail term over Koran-style post

Emna Charqui is sentenced to six months in Tunisia for a Facebook post imitating Islam's holy book.

Suriname election: Convicted murderer Dési Bouterse is replaced by ex-police chief

Suriname's National Assembly has elected a new president to replace the controversial Dési Bouterse.

Bastille Day: France honours health workers amid pandemic

There is no parade and the audience is being socially distanced amid the ongoing pandemic.

Ghislaine Maxwell due to appear at bail hearing

The British socialite denies grooming underage girls for the late paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

Timbuktu's jihadist police chief before ICC for war crimes

He is charged with war crimes, crimes against humanity, rape and making girls marry militants.

Iran executes man convicted of selling missile information to CIA

The ex-defence ministry employee was accused of selling information about Iran's missile programme.

Armenia-Azerbaijan border sees deadly clashes

At least four Azeri troops die in two days of clashes with Armenia.

Jenny Hocking: The Australian historian who took on the Palace and won

Australia's PM was sacked in 1975 under a murky legal decision which has only now been fully revealed.

Naya Rivera: Glee cast and other stars pay tribute

Lea Michele and Jane Lynch are among those paying respect, after the actress's death was confirmed.

Aztec palace's remains uncovered off Mexico City's main Zócalo plaza

The location of ruler Axayacatl's palace was later used by Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés.

Grant Imahara: Mythbusters TV host dies suddenly at 49

He was known for Mythbusters and White Rabbit Project, and made models for the Star Wars prequels.

The perfume makers that can't smell a thing

Perfumers are using AI to create millions of scents, but will it replace the traditional methods?

Fake pharmaceutical industry thrives in West Africa

Law enforcement agencies are battling to break foreign-linked criminal syndicates.

US Supreme Court allows federal executions to resume

The court clears the way for the first executions of federal prisoners in 17 years.

Gough Whitlam: Queen not told in advance of Australia PM's sacking, letters show

Her representative dismissed Gough Whitlam without telling her first, newly released letters show.

Coronavirus: Asia's 'shining star' suffers biggest ever slump

Singapore falls into recession as as the global economy braces for the pandemic downturn.

Brazil: Outrage over São Paulo policeman stepping on woman's neck

Pictures are broadcast on TV showing a police officer stepping on the neck of a black woman.

Coronavirus: California reimposes sweeping restrictions amid virus spike

The governor has rolled back reopening plans across the state as virus cases soar.

Coronavirus: Nations heading in wrong direction with Covid-19, says WHO

Mixed messages from leaders are undermining public trust in the virus response, warns the WHO chief.

Trudeau admits 'mistake' while facing third ethics inquiry in office

Canada PM says he should have recused himself from contract talks with charity that paid his family.

Naya Rivera: Police find body in search for Glee star

The star went missing on Wednesday after going boating with her young son at a lake in California.

Coronavirus: White House targets US disease chief Dr Anthony Fauci

A memo leaked over the weekend said several officials were "concerned" by Dr Fauci's past comments.

Royal descendants can keep temple full of riches, rules Indian Supreme Court

One of the vaults in Kerala's Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple contained $20bn (£16bn) worth of diamonds.

Llamas provide key to coronavirus immune therapy

Llamas' specially evolved small antibodies are the basis for a coronavirus treatment breakthrough.

Google announces $10bn investment in 'digital India'

The money, to be channelled through a fund for India, will be used to bolster digital infrastructure.

Nathan Law: Hong Kong pro-democracy activist reveals he's in London

Nathan Law, who fled Hong Kong over China's new security law, says he is staying in the UK.

Johnnie Walker to be sold in paper bottles

Drinks-maker Diageo, which makes Johnnie Walker, expects to trial the new packaging in 2021.

Washington Redskins to retire controversial team name following review

The Washington team's decision follows a wave of calls to scrap the name long-criticised as racist.

Coronavirus: South Africans divided over second alcohol ban

While some back the government restrictions others say citizens are being blamed for state failures.

Indian papers resurfacing in French Alps could be from 1966 plane crash

The newspapers, uncovered in the Mont Blanc glacier, report the landmark election of Indira Gandhi.

Yves Rausch: German police hunt 'dangerous Rambo' in Black Forest

The fugitive is reportedly heavily armed, with stolen police pistols and a bow and arrows.

Coronavirus: Disney heir and Ben & Jerry’s call for higher taxes

Some of the world’s richest people want governments to raise taxes on them to help pay for Covid-19.

Xinjiang: Rubio and Cruz hit with tit-for-tat China sanctions

The move comes after the US sanctions Chinese officials for Beijing's actions in Xinjiang.

French man accused of molesting hundreds of children dies in Indonesia

Francois Camille Abello, 65, died in a suspected suicide in his cell in Jakarta, police say.

Christopher Aurier, brother of Tottenham's Serge Aurier, shot dead in France

Christopher Aurier dies in hospital after being shot in the French city of Toulouse.

Coronavirus: Oil producers expected to increase crude output

Opec ministers are meeting this week amid signs of growing energy demand as coronavirus lockdowns ease.

Nelson Mandela's daughter Zindzi dies at 59

The youngest daughter of South Africa's first black president dies aged 59.

Lisa Marie Presley's son Benjamin Keough dies at 27

Benjamin Keough was the only grandson of the late Elvis Presley.

Dead Seoul mayor accused of sexual harassment

The alleged victim said the harassment included the mayor of Seoul sending semi-naked pictures.

Actress Kelly Preston, John Travolta's wife, dies aged 57

The actress and wife of John Travolta died after a "two-year battle with breast cancer", he says.

Daniel Lewis Lee: First US federal execution to go ahead after 17 years

The execution of convicted murderer Daniel Lewis Lee had been blocked on Friday by a federal judge.

Coronavirus: South Africa bans alcohol sales again to combat Covid-19

It is one of several restrictions introduced by President Ramaphosa amid rising infection rates.

Coronavirus: Florida sets new daily case record of 15,299

A 24-hour tally of 15,299 new cases eclipses the worst daily rates seen in New York in April.

Duda ahead by tiny margin in Polish election - exit poll

Conservative President Andrzej Duda leads by a tiny margin against Warsaw mayor, exit poll suggests.

Mali opposition rejects President Keïta's concessions amid unrest

Opposition leaders reject President Keïta's "nonsense" concessions as political unrest grows.

Southern China hit by heavy flooding

The country's flood response alert has been raised to the second highest level.

Iran plane crash: 'Human error' to blame for downing of Ukrainian jet

Iran says equipment error and poor communication caused civilian plane to be shot down by military.

Xu Zhangrun: Outspoken professor freed after six days

A friend said constitutional law professor Xu Zhangrun was in good health.

Coronavirus: Three generations of Bollywood Bachchan family infected

Actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, her father-in-law, husband and daughter test positive for Covid-19.

Hagia Sophia: Pope 'pained' as Istanbul museum reverts to mosque

The Pope is the latest faith leader to voice concern at the Istanbul museum reverting to a mosque.

Sudan scraps apostasy law and alcohol ban for non-Muslims

The ban on alcohol is lifted for non-Muslims, while the apostasy law and public flogging are scrapped.

Hong Kong: Opposition primaries draw thousands despite security law fears

Hundreds of thousands of people vote despite fears that doing so may breach a new security law.

Poland election: Clash of ideals as voters choose head of state

The run-off election is seen as a fierce liberal-conservative battle for the country's future.

Roger Stone: Robert Mueller defends indictment over Russia probe

Ex-US special counsel Robert Mueller intervenes after President Trump commutes an aide's jail term.

Coronavirus: President Trump wears face mask for first time

US President Trump is seen wearing a face mask for the first time during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Fox News: Tucker Carlson writer Blake Neff resigns over racist messages

The writer for host Tucker Carlson posted highly offensive messages online under the name CharlesXII.

Coronavirus: Thousands protest in Israel over handling of economy

Thousands have rallied against what they say is hardship caused by the mishandling of the crisis.

Coronavirus: Donald Trump finally wears mask in public

The US president previously said he could not see himself wearing a mask in public.

Hong Kong security law: Why we are taking our BNOs and leaving

As China enforces new restrictions, some are turning to their British National (Overseas) passport.

Chop in Seattle: Why this police-free protest zone ultimately failed

On 8 June protesters set up a police-free protest zone in the city. Less than a month later, it had been dismantled.

Russian journalists in shock as FSB hunts enemy within

Colleagues say Ivan Safronov's arrest for spying is absurd and it has prompted talk of "spy mania".

Mexico crime: Could this become the bloodiest year on record?

On 7 June, an astonishing 117 murders were recorded, making it the most violent day of the year so far.

Coronavirus: The chaplains toiling on the frontlines

Spiritual care workers have been thrust onto the frontlines in new ways during this global pandemic.

Coronavirus: Fake cures in Latin America’s deadly outbreak

The desperate search for a cure has led people to 'harmful and ineffective' alternatives online.

Coronavirus: Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan tests positive

The actor, 77, and his son were taken to Mumbai's Nanavati hospital.

Walt Disney World reopens in Florida amid Covid-19 surge

Visitors are required to wear masks, socially distance and have temperature checks on arrival.

Hagia Sophia: World Council of Churches appeals to Turkey on mosque decision

The World Association of Churches says returning the Turkish landmark to a mosque is mistaken.

British IS prisoner 'killed in Syria'

A London man becomes the first British IS-supporter to die in Syrian Democratic Forces custody.

Srebrenica: Scaled-back ceremony marks 25 years since massacre

Restrictions put in place to slow the spread of coronavirus meant fewer dignitaries were able to attend the ceremony.

Srebrenica: Bosnia marks 25 years since massacre

World leaders address a memorial ceremony for the atrocity that saw 8,000 Muslim men killed.

South African church attack: Five dead after 'hostage situation'

The church, on the outskirts of Johannesburg, was attacked amid reports of fighting over leadership.

Shark kills teenage surfer in Australia's New South Wales

Nearby by surfers rushed to his aid but first aid efforts on the beach failed to save his life.

ICYMI: 'Twin' elephants and balloon-powered internet

Here are some of the stories you may have missed this week.

Jada Pinkett Smith tells Will Smith of her 'relationship'

Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith were talking on her Facebook chat show Red Table Talk.

Russia far east protest over Khabarovsk governor's arrest

Thousands rally on the streets of Khabarovsk as a regional leader is accused of contract killings.

Roger Stone: Critics blast Trump for commuting ex-adviser's jail term

Democrats condemn the US president's decision to spare ex-adviser and friend Roger Stone from prison.

Roger Stone reacts to President Trump's clemency decision

President Trump has commuted his former adviser's prison term, which had been due to begin next week.

'Our Irish island is the last stop before America'

A couple from Dublin has set up home on Great Blasket Island off the cost of County Kerry.

Roger Stone: Trump commutes ex-adviser's sentence

The president has said all along the self-proclaimed political dirty trickster was treated unfairly.

Coronavirus: Thrifty Germany takes on debt to rescue arts

Germany pours money into the arts as cultural life takes a battering from coronavirus.

Trump and Supreme Court: How has it changed America?

This court has been billed the most conservative in modern history. But does it vote that way?

Coronavirus: Why politics means success or failure in South America

Argentina has been singled out for success but the situation could not be more different in Brazil.

Breast cancer: Zimbabwe woman's struggle to avoid mastectomy

A Zimbabwean woman is campaigning to get the machine fixed to avoid a mastectomy.

Huawei: Why the UK might hang up on 5G and broadband kit supplier

The Chinese telecoms equipment provider's fate in the UK is set to be revealed on Tuesday.

Iran's female gamers face challenges to stay online

There's been a lockdown gaming boom – but in Iran it's been difficult to stay connected.

Killing Eve: How author Luke Jennings created Villanelle

We speak to the man who created the character of Villanelle, author Luke Jennings.

Shooting celebrities: Thirty years behind the lens

Celebrity portrait photographer Andy Gotts celebrates 30 years behind the camera.

LGBTQ rights: Arab Israelis call for tahini-maker boycott

An Arab manufacturer of the popular dip sparks a backlash for supporting an Israeli LGBTQ group.

Iconic Istanbul museum 'could return to mosque'

A Turkish court clears way for Istanbul's Hagia Sophia museum, built in 6th Century, to revert to being a mosque.

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard: Court hears details of birthday row

The actor tells a libel hearing events after Amber Heard's 30th birthday were a "fitting end" to their marriage.

TikTok halts Hong Kong access after security law

Popular short video app TikTok has blocked access in Hong Kong as it comes under increasing scrutiny.

Coronavirus: Tourists light on the ground at the Vatican

The BBC's Quentin Somerville gets to see the Sistine Chapel without the crowds.

Iran explosions: Officials deny reports of fresh blast

The official denials come after several mysterious blasts hit the country in recent weeks.

Hushpuppi's lawyer says FBI 'kidnapped' Nigerian Instagrammer from Dubai