Abounding Opportunities

An award-winning US playwright talks about his new Princess Diana and Tom Jones stage shows.

The impact of the strictest anti-abortion law in the US

Michelle is pregnant and has chosen to get an abortion. In Texas, that has become much harder to do.

Squid Game: The Netflix show adding murder to playground nostalgia

Everyone has been talking about Squid Game, the hyper-violent thriller that has become a massive hit.

Ecuador jail riot: Anxiety, fear and little information

Families are in a desperate search for loved ones after the deadly fight in the Guayaquil jail.

Rome mayor election: Can Rome be rescued from the rubbish?

Piles of rubbish are one of the problems facing Rome as its residents vote for a new mayor this weekend

Straight-talking rappers tackle Middle East conflict

Jew Uriya Rosenman and Arab Sameh Zakout expose hidden prejudices on both sides in their hit song.

Randall Goosby: Violinist champions music by black composers

Randall Goosby is a rising star of classical music, who performed at the 9/11 memorial ceremony.

The biggest test of Biden's presidency so far

A series of spending packages have put the White House and the Democrats in crisis mode this week.

Dubai opens coronavirus-delayed Expo 2020

Organisers say the world fair will be the largest global gathering since the start of the pandemic.

Gloria Estefan says she was sexually abused aged nine

The singer reveals she was molested by a family member when she was a child at music school.

Shutdown: Senate votes to keep US government open

The measure must now pass the lower chamber of Congress before funding lapses at midnight.

French confession may end 35-year hunt for serial killer

The man took his life before he could be questioned about the case and provide a DNA sample.

Facebook grilled over mental-health impact on kids

Facebook's global head of safety, Antigone Davis, testifies to the US Senate, about child protection.

Ethiopia expels top UN officials amid Tigray aid crisis

The expulsions follow concerns raised by the UN about aid reaching the war-torn Tigray region.

Climate change: Youth have 'every right to be angry' says UK PM

Boris Johnson says leaders' "reckless actions" created the climate crisis and now is the time to act.

Rio 2016: Shadow of cheating marred boxing bouts

A system to manipulate the outcome of boxing matches by officials was in place at the Rio 2016 Olympics, an independent investigation finds.

'Google' is most searched word on Bing, Google says

Google tells an EU court the number-one search on its biggest rival is for Google.

Ecuador prison 'gang war' leaves more than 100 dead

Police have stormed a jail in Guayaquil after violence broke out between prisoners.

Britney Spears: Singer 'on cloud nine' after conservatorship ruling

The singer posted footage of her flying a plane after a judge suspended her father as conservator.

Nazi Stutthof camp secretary flees as German trial starts

Irmgard Furchner is accused of complicity in more than 11,000 murders but the judge says she has fled.

Sarkozy: Ex-French president gets jail sentence over campaign funding

The former French president is found guilty of illegally funding his unsuccessful 2012 re-election.

Shakira: Singer attacked by a pair of wild boars

The Colombian singer was walking in a park in Barcelona, Spain, with her son when the animals struck.

Israel foreign minister makes historic visit to Bahrain

It is the first such trip since the two countries established diplomatic relations last year.

Changing China: How Beijing's crackdowns are impacting business

Businesses are under intense scrutiny as President Xi attempts to narrow China's wealth gap.

Zaid Ait Malek: The stowaway who became a Spanish ultra running star

Zaid Ait Malek had always been a good runner. Now it would make the difference between capture and escape.

Britney Spears' father suspended as conservator

Jamie Spears was removed after the singer alleged abuse, but another conservator remains in charge.

Australian Covid data: Shock as teenagers reveal they're behind hit tracking site

Jack, Wesley and Darcy, who are all 14 and 15, set up CovidBaseAU anonymously to track data in Australia.

Afghanistan: US-Taliban deal hastened Afghan collapse, defence officials say

The February 2020 deal set a date for the US to pull out and strengthened the Taliban, generals say.

YouTube to remove all anti-vaccine misinformation

Videos saying vaccines cause autism, cancer or infertility are among those banned from the platform.

Italy climate minister accepts Thunberg's 'blah, blah, blah' criticism

Roberto Cingolani tells the BBC politicians have not done enough and COP26 aims to change that.

Katty Kay: Former BBC journalist quits US media firm

Ms Kay has quit Ozy Media after reports one of its executives deceived potential investors.

Can the US avoid another government shutdown?

Politicians have just over 24 hours to avoid a potentially disastrous government shutdown.

Anger as France slashes visas for Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia

France has accused the north African countries of failing to co-operate over returning nationals.

Beijing 2022: Non-vaccinated athletes must serve 21-day quarantine

Athletes at the 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympics who are not fully vaccinated will have to serve a 21-day quarantine on arrival in Beijing.

Deaf man sues police in Colorado over alleged excessive use of force

Brady Mistic alleges he was slammed to the ground and tasered during a 2019 incident in Colorado.

Women in Latin America march for abortion rights

Thousands of women demonstrate across Latin America for access to legal and safe abortions.

Russia detains cyber-security tycoon Ilya Sachkov in treason case

Ilya Sachkov, co-founder of the firm Group-IB, will be held in pre-trial custody for two months.

US declares 23 bird, fish and other species extinct

The ivory-billed woodpecker is among the 23 species listed by the US Fish and Wildlife Service.

Beirut port blast: Victims' families protest at probe's suspension

No-one has yet been held accountable for the August 2020 blast, which killed 219 people.

Sheriff Tiraspol: Champions League team from an unrecognised state

Sheriff Tiraspol are the 'kings' of Moldovan football, but their power and backing comes from a disputed territory on the Ukraine border.

Vitamin A treatment trial for Covid loss of smell

Volunteers will receive brain scans and be asked to sniff powerful odours such as rotten eggs and roses.

Russia threatens YouTube ban for deleting RT channels

RT’s German channels were deleted by YouTube for breaching its Covid misinformation policy.

Amazon's algorithms taken to task in landmark bill

Warehouse workers can no longer be sacked for time off task if they have good reason to take breaks.

La Palma volcano: Family's anguish as lava destroys 'miracle house'

The owners of the so-called miracle house are devastated after it succumbed to the lava flow.

Scorching La Palma lava fizzes as it hits ocean

Clouds of steam rise as the red-hot current makes contact with the Atlantic on the Spanish island.

Ecuador jail: Dozens killed in Guayaquil prison fight

It is the latest in a series of deadly incidents as rival gang members fight for control of prisons.

North Korea says it fired new 'hypersonic missile'

State media called it a "strategic weapon", which could mean it has nuclear capabilities.

La Palma volcano: Toxic gas fears as lava reaches ocean

Clouds of white steam are seen billowing at the Playa Nueva area of Spain's La Palma island.

Obamas break ground on controversial Chicago presidential centre

After years of dispute and legal rows, former President Obama's major legacy project is underway.

Peru's ex-President Alejandro Toledo cleared for extradition from US

A California judge clears the way for Alejandro Toledo to face trial in Peru on corruption charges.

Life at 50C: Mexico's struggle for water

Climate change is causing once-mighty rivers to dry up and temperatures to rise to deadly levels in Mexico.

German coalition talks: Where Brits see a crisis, Germans find unity

Coalition governments are rare in the UK. Germany has had nothing but them since the end of the war.

Aar Maanta - the pop star bringing Somalia to the Mississippi

How Aar Maanta is teaching children in Minneapolis to sing in Somali and learn about their heritage.

Calais: On patrol with the troops looking for migrants

General Frantz Tavart says he will withdraw troops from the coastline if funding from the UK is withheld.

Hathras rape case: Prisoners in their own home, lives on hold, a village divided

The BBC revisits the family of a 19-year-old who died in India last year after reporting gang rape.

Real Madrid 1-2 Sheriff Tiraspol: Champions League debutants snatch win

Sheriff Tiraspol produce one of the great Champions League shocks by beating Real Madrid at the Bernabeu.

Italy: Statue of scantily-clad woman sparks sexism row

The bronze statue to honour a 19th Century poem is called "offensive" and "humiliating" to women.

Capitol Gazette shooting: 'You cannot kill the truth'

Prosecutors reminded a court that Jarrod Ramos showed no remorse for the Capital Gazette attack.

Simone Biles says she 'should have quit way before' Tokyo Olympic Games

Four-time Olympic champion Simone Biles says she "should have quit way before Tokyo" after withdrawing from five of her six finals in Japan.

Patrick Zaki: Egypt tries Christian rights activist on false news charge

Patrick Zaki is standing trial over an opinion piece he wrote about being a Coptic Christian.

Greta Thunberg mocks world leaders' words at Youth4Climate

Greta Thunberg, the climate activist, uses a speech to mock world leaders, including UK PM Boris Johnson.

WHO horrified over sexual exploitation by aid workers in DR Congo

The agency apologises to the victims of exploitation by aid workers tackling the Ebola outbreak.

Australian researchers uncover fossil of new eagle species

Palaeontologists from Australia found the 'exceptional' fossilised remains in 2016.

Afghanistan: US General Mark Milley to face questions

US troops left Afghanistan in August after the capital, Kabul, fell once more to Taliban militants.

Germany election: Coalition talks begin after close election

The election is over but months of talks are just getting started to see who will be chancellor.

Blast tears through Gothenburg apartment block, injuring 16

Police suspect the explosion and subsequent fire may have been caused deliberately.

Haiti polls postponed after electoral body is dissolved

The prime minister dismissed the electoral council and no new date has been set for elections.

Mark Rutte: Dutch PM's security stepped up over gang threat

There are fears that Mark Rutte could be the target of an attack or kidnapping.

Climate change: Why India can't live without coal

Can the world's third largest emitter of fossil fuels end its reliance on coal?

China lets US siblings return home after three years

It coincides with the high-profile release of Chinese tech executive Meng Wanzhou and two Canadians.

Goldman Sachs cuts China growth forecast over power outages

The country has seen electricity shortages that have left some factories and homes without power.

Female Afghan judges hunted by the murderers they convicted

Six former female judges who have gone into hiding speak to the BBC from secret locations across the country.

North Korea fires projectile, says South's military

South Korea’s military says the object landed in waters off Japan early Tuesday morning.

Taliban: Afghanistan bank boss warns sector near collapse

The head of one of Afghanistan's biggest banks says the country's financial sector is near collapse.

Three Polish regions scrap anti-LGBT resolutions

The move comes after the European Commission threatened to pull funding from the areas.

John Lennon: Recording of unreleased song up for auction in Denmark

The rare audio track was made in Denmark more than 50 years ago, months before The Beatles split.

What it's like to be a nine-year-old in a vaccine clinical trial

Twins Evan and Lizzy are enrolled in Pfizer's vaccine trial for children between ages five and 11.

Remembering Babyn Yar and Ukraine's forgotten 'Holocaust by Bullets'

The country is still grappling with how to remember one of the worst massacres of World War Two.

Covid-19: President Joe Biden receives Pfizer booster jab

The US President and other Americans over 65 are now eligible for a third jab of the Pfizer vaccine.

R. Kelly found guilty in sex trafficking trial

After decades of abuse allegations, singer R. Kelly found guilty on all counts in sex trafficking trial

Germany election: Coalition talks begin after close election

The election is over but months of talks are just getting started to see who will be chancellor.

Australia: Footage captures car careering across eight lanes

A woman and child were injured, but Australian police say it's "incredibly lucky" others weren't hurt.

Afghanistan: Social media users delete profiles over fear of attack

Prominent online critics of the Islamist group in Afghanistan remove content over fear of attack.

Beirut port explosion investigation suspended for second time

Families of the victims of the catastrophe react angrily after the investigating judge is taken off.

Instagram for kids paused after backlash

Facebook delays its child-friendly Instagram version to do more work with concerned parents.

South Korea's president mulls dog meat ban as consumption wanes

An estimated one million dogs are slaughtered in South Korea for human consumption each year.

Fire, smoke and colour as Ethiopians mark Meskel

Worshippers gathered to mark the eve of one of the country's biggest Orthodox Christian festivals.

German election: Seven things we learned

Seats, Schleswig and an ex-spy: here are some of the sidelights from Sunday's vote.

Papers gripped by Germany's era of uncertainty

Newspapers across Europe are watching the knife-edge results in Germany with a high degree of concern for the country's - and continent's - future course.

German election: Green Party speaks of 'fantastic campaign'

Annalena Baerbock said the numbers were "fantastic" for the Green Party in Germany's election.

Hakuho: Sumo wrestling's greatest champion retires

Hakuho has recorded more wins, titles and perfect championships than any other sumo wrestler.

Crete struck by strong earthquake

Local media reports say at least one person was killed and several injured after buildings collapsed.

Power outages hit homes in north-east China

An ongoing electricity shortage affecting factories has now spread to some homes.

Swipe left or right? Germany's election dating game, explained

The leaders of the two biggest parties are now in a race to convince potential partners to join a coalition.

German elections usher in political change with a small 'c'

While voting patterns are changing, none of the front-running parties can be described as radical.

COP26: Australia PM undecided on attending crucial climate summit

The coal-supporting nation has faced increasing pressure to commit to a net-zero emissions target.

China Evergrande: What the company's debt crisis means for the world

The property giant has missed an interest payment deadline, fuelling concerns that it will collapse.

Xianzi: The #MeToo icon China is trying to silence

A court has thrown out a high-profile sexual harassment case. Can China's feminist movement survive?

Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: Why are hundreds of aid trucks stranded?

The UN says hundreds of trucks have not returned from Tigray and it's affecting the flow of aid.

India's misunderstood maharajahs

Indian princes were often stereotyped as lazy hedonists, but they were serious political figures.

Dalai Lama backs bid to save Edinburgh cafe he inspired

Reka Gawa opened the Himalaya Cafe after a chance meeting with the spiritual leader almost 20 years ago.

German elections: Centre-left scents victory in tight vote

Social Democrat leader Olaf Scholz says he has a "clear mandate" but his rival refuses to give up.

In rural Afghanistan, a family welcomes Taliban rule

The BBC's Jeremy Bowen travels to Helmand province, a month after the hardline Islamists took control.

San Marino votes to legalise abortion in referendum

Over three quarters of voters approved changes to the total ban on abortion in the European enclave.

Interviewing the Taliban: 'Still now I am terrified'

Afghan news anchor Beheshta Arghand made history when she interviewed the Taliban.

How climate change is making inequality worse, especially for children

Children will face up to three times as many extreme climate events as their grandparents, research suggests.

Manta rays inspire new device to filter microplastics

Wastewater plants release microplastics into the environment, but could manta rays hold the key to a solution?

Afghanistan: Taliban ban Helmand barbers from trimming beards

The hardline group says anyone cutting beards will be punished as it breaches their reading of Islamic law.

German election: CDU leader 'not happy' with exit poll result

Armin Laschet thanks Angela Merkel for her service as chancellor - but says he is not happy with the election result so far.

Sudan: Ethiopian troops 'repelled' after al-Fashaga advance

Ethiopia denies Sudan's claim of an incursion in the disputed al-Fashaga border region on Saturday.

Iceland elects Europe's first female majority parliament

Iceland becomes the sixth country in the world with a parliament where 50% of seats are held by women.

Switzerland same-sex marriage: Voters set to back yes

Projections suggest more than 60% have voted yes to the proposal, already law in most of western Europe.

Four Palestinians killed in Israeli West Bank raid against militants

Israel said it was conducting raids against Hamas militants who were planning an attack.

Amtrak train derails in Montana, killing three and injuring dozens

Dozens of people are injured after several carriages of the Amtrak train came off the tracks.

German elections: Voters decide who will take charge after Merkel

The election race could barely be tighter as voters decide who will run Europe's biggest economy.

Nuclear weapons: Explained in numbers

Reality Check takes a look at the facts and figures behind the world's nuclear weapons

Rwanda genocide 'kingpin' Théoneste Bagosora dies in prison

Bagosora was serving a 35-year sentence for his role in the massacre of 800,000 people.

COP26: What is the Glasgow climate conference and why is it important?

A crucial climate change summit is being held in the UK- who's going and what's at stake?

Letter from Africa: The wonders of Somali cuisine and a taste of home

Ethiopian and Eritrean food is well known globally, but this is your chance to discover Somali cooking.

Global Citizen Live: Billie Eilish and Ed Sheeran feature in 24-hour concert

The Global Citizen: Live festival will see performances from more than 60 artists in six continents.

ICYMI: Taxi gardens and Egypt's pharaohs on a pencil

Abandoned taxis being used to grow vegetables and other stories you may have missed this week.

Afghanistan: Taliban hang bodies as warning in city of Herat, say reports

The alleged kidnappers are reportedly hung in public, a day after a warning executions would resume.

Canadians Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig freed by China arrive home

The two were released after a Huawei executive was freed in Canada, ending a three-year diplomatic row.

Seven killed in suicide attack near Somalia's presidential palace

The Islamist militant group Al-Shabab has claimed responsibility for the attack in the capital.

Gambia's Jammeh pact bombshell: Treachery or reconciliation?

A political pact that could see the return of Gambia's exiled ex-President Jammeh proves divisive.

Canadians Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig released from Chinese detention

Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig were released after a Chinese tech executive was freed in Canada.

Meng Wanzhou: The PowerPoint that sparked an international row

After almost three years, Huawei's chief financial officer has had a US extradition request against her blocked.

La Palma volcano: Visual guide to what happened

A series of maps and charts explaining what happened after an eruption in the Spanish Canary Islands.

Climate change: Whisper it cautiously... there's been progress in run up to COP26

Pledges made at the UN have lifted hopes for the Glasgow summit, but some major questions remain.

Sustainable fashion: From the red carpet to our wardrobes?

Hannah Peel wore a sustainable dress to the Mercury Awards - but is the fashion industry changing?

Afghanistan: Inside the prison staffed by former inmates released by the Taliban

The BBC has been given access to Kabul's main jail, where former Taliban inmates are now caretakers.

Ros Atkins On… Germany’s Election Explained

Ros Atkins explains how Germany’s election works, the candidates and the issues at stake.

Attacked by a hyena: My advice for a fellow victim

Nine-year-old Rodwell Nkomazana lost an eye, his nose, and his upper lip when he was mauled by a hyena.

Switzerland to hold referendum on same-sex marriage

Voters in Switzerland go to the polls this Sunday to decide whether to allow same-sex marriage.

R. Kelly trial: A look at the key moments as jury deliberates

The five-week trial heard harrowing details of abuse and assault. Here are the key moments.

Canary Islands: Firefighters retreat as volcano intensifies

Hundreds of homes have been destroyed and thousands displaced since the volcano erupted on Sunday.

Kenyan policeman wakes up from coma to find he was sacked

Neither his family nor the police force could locate Reuben Kimutai Lel, who was actually in hospital.

Angela Merkel: A career in pictures

As Angela Merkel steps down as German chancellor, we take a look back at the photos documenting her career.

Detained Huawei boss due in court amid deal reports

Chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou has been detained in Canada over US fraud charges since 2018.

German election: Climate protesters rally in cities

They want the next government to do more to limit global heating and to end the use of coal.

Syria war: UN calculates new death toll

It says that the actual number is bound to be higher than its tally, 10 years after the war began.

China declares all crypto-currency transactions illegal

Trading Bitcoin and other crypto-currenices is a criminal activity, China's central bank says.

Fashion giant Saint Laurent to ban use of fur in 2022

The fashion house's parent company, Kering, says all its brands will be fur-free by autumn 2022.

Afghanistan: Executions will return, says senior Taliban official

Extreme punishments like executions and amputations will resume in Afghanistan, says the Taliban's head of prisons.

Jitender Maan Gogi: India gangster shot dead in Delhi court

Two men dressed as lawyers opened fire in court on a man police detained on charges of murder and extortion.

CIA 'removes Vienna boss' over Havana syndrome outbreak

The mysterious illness has affected dozens of US personnel in the Austrian capital, US media report.

New Zealand council's Zoom talks go viral as pretend meeting

A New Zealand committee meeting gets almost 300,000 views as people use it to avoid being disturbed.

Spying concerns fuel the market for more secure tech

Revelations about spyware have spurred interest in more secure phones and software.

Gabby Petito case: FBI issues arrest warrant for boyfriend Brian Laundrie

The indictment says Brian Laundrie used a debit card that did not belong to him after her death.

German elections 2021: The conspiracy theories targeting voters

One wildly inaccurate claim suggests Germany does not actually exist.

Africa's week in pictures: 17-23 September 2021

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

Migrants freezing to death on Belarus-Poland border

The BBC finds stranded migrants facing sub-zero temperatures amid a row between Poland and Belarus.

Here’s a handful of facts about sign language

Sign language is an important way of communicating especially for the deaf community, but how much do you know about it?

R Kelly lawyer compares him to Martin Luther King

The defence makes its final arguments in the singer's sex-abuse trial before the jury retires.

Why are so many Haitians at the US-Mexico border?

Thousands of migrants are at the Texas-Mexico border. Here's what we know about why they are coming.

Canary Islands volcano: 'Miracle house' escapes lava

The volcano on La Palma has been erupting since Sunday, destroying hundreds of homes.

Earliest definitive evidence of people in Americas

Scientists have found evidence that humans reached the Americas earlier than previously thought.

Netherlands Covid: Boy wins court battle for right to jab

The 12-year-old can get vaccinated to visit his dying grandmother despite his father's objections.

Thousands remain at Haitian migrant camp in Texas

Local officials have struggled to provide food and sanitation to the Haitian migrants.

UK payout to bereaved Afghan family was $143

The compensation payment is one of hundreds by the Ministry of Defence, revealed for the first time.

UK Covid vaccine rules cause hesitancy - Africa health boss

The UK's refusal to accept vaccine certificates from Africa could increase hesitancy, says Africa CDC.

Helmut Oberlander: Ex-Nazi death squad interpreter dies at 97 in Canada

Helmut Oberlander is believed to have been the last suspected Nazi war criminal in Canada.

Eliyantha White: Sri Lankan shaman dies of Covid after touting cure

Eliyantha White said his anti-Covid potion could be poured into rivers to end the pandemic.

The Wire creator avoids filming new show in Texas over abortion law

David Simon says he "can't and won't ask female cast/crew to forgo civil liberties to film there".

Eitan Biran: Italy cable car survivor to stay in Israel amid custody fight

Relatives are fighting over who should care for Eitan Biran, the sole survivor of a cable car crash.

US Haiti envoy quits over migrant deportations

Daniel Foote called the US decision to deport Haitian migrants "inhumane".

EU rules to force USB-C chargers for all phones

Manufacturers could be forced to change devices to a uniform charging port.

The epic adventures of the Gilgamesh Dream tablet

How an ancient story of a superhuman god ended up in all sorts of unexpected places.

Morocco's Khadija rape case: Eleven jailed for 20 years

The woman's lawyer says he will appeal, describing the 20-year sentences as "not tough."

Melvin Van Peebles: 'Godfather of black cinema' dies at 89

Melvin Van Peebles, famous for 70s films including Watermelon Man, died in New York aged 89.

The edible insects coming to a supermarket near you

A number of firms are now farming locusts and mealworms for human consumption.

Grim echoes of history in images of Haitians at US-Mexico border

Pictures of border officers rounding up black men have drawn comparisons to US slave patrols.

Angela Merkel: Four expert verdicts on a contested legacy

When the German chancellor steps down, how will history remember her? Four experts have their say.

Why China's Xi Jinping looks to be pursuing a road back to socialism

China has not been very socialist for years, but the Communist Party looks set to change that.

Central African Republic war: No-go zones and Russian meddling

All sides are accused of planting landmines in a dangerous shift in the Central African Republic.

Angela Merkel: What will Germans miss about the chancellor?

BBC Europe editor Katya Adler takes a road trip to find out how Germans will remember their chancellor.

'Side-eying Chloe' Clem to sell iconic meme as NFT

The image of Chloe Clem could fetch her tens of thousands of dollars at auction.

Aukus pact: France and US seek to mend rift

The deal caused outrage in France, which lost a contract to build submarines for Australia.

Air pollution: Even worse than we thought - WHO

The WHO is slashing recommended maximum limits of key pollutants as evidence of danger mounts.

I'm a Celebrity: Crew member's Covid case triggers lockdown

A crew member on I'm a Celebrity tests positive, sending thousands into lockdown and sparking a backlash.

Bolsonaro: Fact-checking claims by the Brazilian leader at UN

Mr Bolsonaro's speech to the UN had a number of claims in it, which we've looked into.

Melbourne earthquake: Australians react to rare quake that rattled country

One resident thought the 5.9 magnitude quake was just his neighbours doing an intense workout.

Cavers descend into Yemen's 'Well of Hell' for first time

The 112m-deep pit has long been shunned by many local people, who believe it harbours genies.

President Biden pledges 500m more vaccine doses to developing world

This would bring the total US commitment on vaccines shared overseas to 1.1 bn.

La Palma volcano buries homes under molten rock in Canary Islands

Lava from the erupting Cumbre Vieja volcano is destroying hundreds of buildings.

Ukraine leader's aide survives assassination attempt

President Zelensky vows a strong response after his aide's car is struck by a volley of bullets.

Myanmar: Whole town flees amid fierce fighting

Fighting between the army and militia forces in Thantlang, Chin state, has worsened in recent days.

The Many Saints of Newark: Sopranos prequel impresses many critics

Michael Gandolfini plays a teenage Tony Soprano, who was portrayed by his father James on TV.

Lithuania urges people to throw away Chinese phones

The country's National Cyber Security Centre found security risks in both Xiaomi and Huawei models.

German cashier shooting linked to Covid-19 conspiracies

A man suspected of killing a cashier is linked to conspiracy theorists and far-right politics.

Melbourne protests: Third day of violent anti-vaccine demonstrations

Demonstrators have been marching against lockdowns and mandatory vaccines in Australia's second largest city.

Angry scenes at Haiti airport as deported migrants arrive

The US is flying migrants out of a Texas border town where 13,000 have gathered in makeshift camps.

Covishield: UK recognises Covid jab after India outcry

With more than 721 million doses administered so far, Covishield is India's most widely used vaccine.

Fifa 22 soundtrack: Why getting on it is a 'bucket list' moment

This is what it means to young artists to be featured on the playlist for the latest Fifa game.

Boris Johnson and Joe Biden meet at White House

The talks between the UK prime minister and US president come as a possible trade pact is considered.

Taliban ask to speak at UN General Assembly in New York

The group wants to address world leaders, weeks after ousting Afghanistan's former government.

Covid vaccine stockpiles: Are 241m doses at risk of going to waste?

Joe Biden wants more global vaccine equality but the US and other nations have not backed promises with action.

COP 26: How much is the developing world getting to fight climate change?

Are rich countries living up to their climate promises to the developing world?

Life at 50C: Heat hitting home in Australia

Cities like Sydney are already experiencing extremely hot days because of climate change.

Gabby Petito: Body found in Wyoming is missing 'van life' blogger

A coroner says the 22-year-old's death was a homicide but gives no details as to how she died.

Canada election: Conservative O'Toole defiant after loss to Trudeau

Canada's Conservative leader promised to stay on, adding that he has more work to do to win.

BTS: Korean boyband open UN general debate with performance and speech

The UN general debate opened with K-pop band BTS, followed by a speech about sustainable development.

Canary Islands volcano: BBC reporter on the evacuation of La Palma residents

The BBC reports on the evacuation of hundreds of homes in the path of an erupting volcano on La Palma.

Abba's Bjorn Ulvaeus launches campaign to fix £500m music royalty problem

Bjorn Ulvaeus launches a campaign to ensure musicians don't miss out on unpaid royalties.

Record backlog of cargo ships at California ports

Some 65 container ships are stuck outside the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, amid trade bottlenecks.

CIA officer 'suffered from Havana syndrome' during India trip

US media say the officer fell ill while visiting India with CIA Director William Burns this month.

Pew study: Little change in India's religious make-up in 70 years

The population trebled in 70 years but saw few changes to its religious composition, a study shows.

Afghan girls school ban would be un-Islamic, Pakistan PM says

Prime Minister Imran Khan speaks to the BBC's John Simpson about events in neighbouring Afghanistan.

World faces decisive decade - Biden

Joe Biden calls for joint action on world problems in his first speech to UN General Assembly as US president.

Russian students grieve after deadly Perm university attack

The city of Perm is holding a day of mourning after a gunman killed six people, including teenagers.

World War Two: The brothers who fled Nazi occupation by kayak

The "Engelandvaarders" who paddled from the Netherlands to England 80 years ago.

New Zealand Covid: Men caught smuggling KFC into lockdown-hit Auckland

The pair, who were also carrying large amounts of cash, could face six months in prison.

Imran Khan: Afghan women 'are very strong'

Pakistan's prime minster suggests that, in time, women can "assert their rights" under the Taliban.

Third Russian accused by UK police of poison attack

Denis Sergeev is thought to have been the senior member of the Russian military intelligence team.

Migrants in Texas: US probes horseback charge on Haiti migrants

Images which seem to show border agents on horseback driving migrants back spark an investigation.

Canary Islands volcano: Hundreds more evacuated as La Palma lava nears sea

Officials fear lava could trigger toxic gasses when it reaches the sea on the Canary Islands resort.

Mundra Port: Nearly three tonnes of heroin seized at Gujarat port

The seized drugs reportedly have a street value of more than $2.7bn.

Nasa selects landing site for Moon rover mission

The space agency will send a rover to look for water-ice near a crater at the Moon's South Pole.

Evergrande: Asia stocks mixed as investors weigh China concerns

Troubled property giant Evergrande has triggered fears of potential contagion in global markets.

Afghan interpreters' details in UK data breach

Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has launched an investigation, while the MoD has apologised for the breach.

The mother and son who waited 58 years for a hug

Calvin Barrett flies from the US to the UK to meet his "Ma" after tracing her through a DNA test.

Wally the wandering walrus is spotted in Iceland

The 800kg mammal had not been seen for more than three weeks.

How 'nerd' culture powered through the pandemic

Meet the online content creators beating the odds to build successful careers from their passions.

Texas abortion: Doctor sued in first known challenges of new law

The cases against a doctor who admitted to performing an abortion are the first known lawsuits.

Twitch hate raids: Minority streamers have 'a target on their back'

Streamers tell Newsbeat about the targeted hate they get and what they want Twitch to do about it.

Cambodia: The autistic teenager jailed over a Telegram post

He allegedly insulted Cambodia's government, prompting heavily-armed policemen to arrest him.

A year in Calais: One migrant’s year-long attempt to cross the Channel

The BBC followed Iranian migrant Alex, as he tried to cross from France to the UK with a smuggler.

Gabby Petito: What do we know about the case so far?

A body matching Gabby Petito's description was found on Sunday, while her fiancé remains missing.

Guinness World Records: Japanese sisters certified world's oldest twins

Umeno Sumiyama and Koume Kodama from Japan are presented with their awards by Guinness World Records.

France's Emmanuel Macron heckled asking Algerian veterans for forgiveness

The French president is heckled as he promises reparations for Algerians who fought for France.

Gabby Petito: FBI searches fiancé Brian Laundrie's home

Police say Brian Laundrie, who is missing, is a person of interest, but he has not been charged.

Covid: Melbourne construction sites shut after violent vaccine protest

Construction sites in the Australian city are shut for two weeks after staff protest against jabs.

Covid: US opens up to fully vaccinated EU and UK passengers

The move answers a major demand from European allies at a time of strained relations.

Afghanistan: Fighting off hunger under the Taliban

For most Afghans staving off starvation is the biggest challenge since the Taliban returned to power.

China: Children given daily time limit on Douyin - its version of TikTok

Douyin users aged under 14 will be limited to 40 minutes a day on the platform.

Fauci looks to boost vaccines as US infections rise

The US daily death toll from Covid-19 has risen above 2,000 for the first time since February.

La Palma volcano: Lava destroys homes in the Canary Islands

A volcanic eruption on the Spanish island of La Palma has demolished homes and caused evacuations.

Hotel Rwanda hero Paul Rusesabagina convicted on terror charges

A Rwandan court finds Paul Rusesabagina guilty of supporting a terrorist group.

Paul Rusesabagina: From Hotel Rwanda hero to convicted terrorist

Paul Rusesabagina, who was portrayed in Hotel Rwanda, has gone from national hero to enemy of the state.

Canary Islands: Spanish PM arrives amid volcano eruption

Pedro Sanchez has arrived on La Palma where a volcanic eruption has forced evacuations.

Burundi floods: Lake Tanganyika's water levels rise

Heavy rains have caused water levels to rise, forcing about 100,000 people to flee, a charity says.

South African whistle-blower: I don't feel safe

Mosilo Mothepu has paid a heavy price for speaking out about corruption in her firm.

Aukus: France pulls out of UK defence talks amid row

Paris is angry after Australia cancelled a submarine contract in favour of a deal with the UK and US.

Canada election: What you need to know about the campaign

Canadians are voting on Monday and Justin Trudeau's party faces a stiff challenge to retain power.

Emmy Awards return with in-person ceremony in Los Angeles

Ted Lasso, The Crown and The Queen's Gambit are among the big nominees this year.

Giving birth under the Taliban

Pregnant women, new mothers and infants are bearing the brunt of a worsening healthcare crisis.

Can apps manage our chronic health conditions?

A Swedish tech firm has created an app to help alleviate people's joint pain.

Gabby Petito: Body matching missing blogger found in Wyoming

Crews searching for missing Florida woman Gabby Petito have found a body, the FBI says.

Emmy Awards 2021: The red carpet looks in pictures

Kaley Cuoco, Olivia Colman and Gillian Anderson are among the stars attending the ceremony.

Migrants in Texas: US flies Haitian migrants back home from border

Hundreds of would-be immigrants camped under a bridge on the US-Mexico border are returned to Haiti.

Street dreams of Nairobi dance crew hoping to beat the odds

A group of street dancers in Nairobi, Kenya, struggle against the odds to become celebrities.

My dad, held hostage in Iran

London-based baker Elika Ashoori is campaigning to bring her father home from jail in Iran.

My husband and son fought in Afghanistan - it changed all of us

America's two decades in Afghanistan impacted those who served - and the families waiting at home.

SpaceX: Inspiration4 amateur astronaut capsule splashes back to Earth

The quartet of civilian astronauts lands safely in the Atlantic off the coast of Florida.

Volcano on Canary Island La Palma erupts, spewing ash and lava into national park

Video shows the volcano, on La Palma, spewing ash and lava in its first major eruption since 1971.

US-UK-Australia pact delivers France some hard truths

The BBC's Hugh Schofield assesses the harsh realities for France after Australia's US-UK deal.

ICYMI: Surfing dogs and Spain's 'ugliest tomato' contest

Dogs are making a splash in our round-up of the stories you may have missed this week.

Aukus: Australia defends role in security pact amid French condemnation

The PM defends ending the multi-billion dollar agreement in favour of a new pact with the US and UK.

Afghanistan: Stay home, female Kabul government workers told

It is the latest restriction imposed on Afghanistan's women by the country's new Taliban rulers.

Russia election: Opposition complaints on final day of voting

Political opponents complain of being silenced amid reports of fraud in the parliamentary vote.

Manny Pacquiao: Boxing star to run for Philippines president

Manny Pacquiao is a senator in parliament and remains active in the ring after a successful career.

Johannesburg mayor Jolidee Matongo killed in car crash

South Africa's President Ramaphosa pays tribute to Jolidee Matongo, who died at the age of 46.

Israel recaptures final Palestinian escapees

The two were part of a six man group who tunnelled out of jail almost two weeks ago.

Police outnumber protesters at right-wing Capitol rally

A rally in support of jailed rioters draws a few hundred attendees - and far more press and police.

Turkmenistan: Getting Covid in a land where no cases officially exist

People in Turkmenistan are struggling to get treatment in a system that denies there are any cases.

Emmy Awards 2021: 7 things to know ahead of the ceremony

That's one possibility at this year's event, where Ted Lasso and The Crown are among other nominees.

Canada election: Why it’s easier to vote in Canada than the US

Things like advanced voting and federally-run elections make it easier for Canadians to vote.

Ethiopia: Fact-checking misleading images about hunger in Amhara

Food shortages are worsening in Ethiopia but some images online are not what they claim to be.

Aukus: French minister condemns US and Australia 'lies' over security pact

France's foreign minister accuses its allies of "duplicity" and "contempt" over a new security pact.

SpaceX: Inspiration4 amateur astronauts return to Earth after three days

The four amateur astronauts landed safely in the Atlantic Ocean after three days orbiting Earth.

Afghanistan: The 'shattered dreams' of the Ariana cabin crew

The BBC's Lyse Doucet meets the female crew of Afghanistan's national airline, who are in hiding.

Morgan Bullock makes professional debut in Riverdance

Morgan Bullock from Richmond, Virginia, joins the UK touring company of the acclaimed Irish dance show.

Boxer Amir Khan removed from US flight

The Briton was asked to leave the plane at Newark airport after a reported row over face coverings.

The link between climate change, seaweed and ice cream

Seaweed production has been affected by warming seas – this is how farmers are adapting.

From Katrina to Ida: How US presidents react to climate change and natural disasters

Since Hurricane Katrina in 2005, US presidents have realised the impact of their reactions to extreme weather.

Fake Paralympians boss: 'I didn't know about cheating'

The man fined for sending non-disabled athletes to the Sydney Paralympics breaks his silence.

Get an Eiffel of this performer walking the line in Paris

Nathan Paulin walks along a 70m (230ft) high slackline attached to an iconic French landmark.

Migrants in Texas: Thousands moved to processing centres

More than 10,000 people have gathered under a bridge in Del Rio, a Texas border town.

Afghanistan: Kabul drone strike a terrible mistake, says US

Gen Frank McKenzie says the US "takes full responsibility" for the strike in which 10 Afghan civilians died.

Thousands of migrants gather at US-Mexico border crossing

At least 10,000 people are camped under the bridge at the US-Mexico border, in poor conditions.

Afghanistan: Girls excluded as Afghan secondary schools reopen

"Everything looks very dark," a schoolgirl tells the BBC as schools reopen for boys but not girls.

German elections: How Angela Merkel changed her country

Young people have never known another leader, and many worry for the future as old certainties shift.

Mexico metro collapse: 'All I ever wanted was for my son to come home'

The mother of the youngest victim of Mexico's metro crash takes on some of the country's richest people.

Kenya's CBC education reform: How scarecrows are terrifying parents

A new school curriculum means challenging tasks end up being performed by parents not their children.

Robert Durst convicted: US millionaire found guilty of first-degree murder

Durst was convicted of killing his best friend Susan Berman in 2000, and is likely to die in prison.

The moment QAnon took the person I love most

People share with the BBC the moment they knew they had lost their loved one to QAnon.

Bouteflika: Child prodigy to octogenarian leader

The former president, whose decades-long rule sparked massive protests, has died aged 84.

Afghanistan: The escape of the whirling dancer

How the only female whirling dancer in Afghanistan made it out of Kabul.

Pele: Brazil football legend 'recovering well' says daughter

Brazilian legend Pele is "recovering well" from a recent operation, his daughter says. after media reports he had been readmitted to intensive care.

Aukus: France recalls envoys amid security pact row

The "exceptional decision" follows a pact between Australia, the US and UK, which scuppered a French deal.

Police warn of threats ahead of right-wing rally at US Capitol

Fencing has been erected at the US Capitol to prevent chaos similar to the 6 January pro-Trump riot.

US admits Kabul drone strike killed civilians

A US drone strike in Kabul days before the military pullout killed 10 innocent people, an inquiry finds.

Thailand Covid: Idle taxis used to grow food for out-of-work drivers

With Thailand's capital under tight Covid restrictions, taxis are being repurposed to grow food.

Afghanistan: Taliban morality police replace women's ministry

The Taliban appear to have shut the women's affairs ministry and brought back a feared morality unit.

World on course to heat up to dangerous levels

Climate plans of more than 100 countries show we're heading in the wrong direction, the UN says.

'No work and no money': Afghans settle into life under Taliban rule

In Mazar-Sharif, former army pilots are flying Taliban around and families are selling possessions for food.

Chess icon sues Netflix for Queen's Gambit portrayal

Nona Gaprindashvili files a defamation lawsuit claiming she was incorrectly portrayed in the series.

Three Chinese astronauts return to Earth after 90 days in space

The three men make a safe return after 90 days in space - China's longest ever crewed mission.

High-speed internet via airborne beams of light

The project has been developed by Alphabet's moonshot factory, X.

Mosquitoes sucked up by traps that mimic breathing

More than 300 traps have been deployed in the French town of Hyères to catch mosquitos.

French anger at viral bullying of 11 year olds

A trend known as Anti2010 spread on TikTok and has been condemned by the education minister.

Lil Nas X: Is the rapper the defining star of his generation?

The rapper has subverted hip-hop with his LGBT-positive lyrics, while dominating critics on social media.

New Zealand men abandon Pakistan tour after 'government security alert'

New Zealand men's team abandon their limited-overs tour of Pakistan following a New Zealand government "security alert".

The Activist: Priyanka Chopra 'sorry' for role on reality show

The show was originally pitched as a competition series but will now become a documentary.

China applies to join key Asia-Pacific trade pact

It comes the day after a regional security agreement between the US, UK and Australia was unveiled.

California fires: Blankets wrapped around world's biggest trees

Fire-resistant blankets are being wrapped around California's famous sequoia trees as a blaze closes in.

Why North Korea's cruise missile launch could worry other nations

Though cruise missiles are not banned by the UN, this test presents new problems for other nations.

German police arrest four over foiled Islamist synagogue attack

A 16-year-old Syrian boy was among those detained over a suspected Islamist plot, authorities say.

Dutch Foreign Minister Sigrid Kaag quits over Afghanistan chaos

Sigrid Kaag is the first senior Western official to resign over the evacuation crisis last month.

Gen Z battles to bring back unions, one Starbucks at a time

Younger Americans are reviving US labour activism amid stagnant wages and Covid hardship.

How TikTokers took down a Texas anti-abortion site

A draconian abortion ban in Texas has Gen Z fighting its enforcement through hacktivism

Canada federal election: The man who could topple Trudeau

The new Conservative leader has tied Justin Trudeau in the polls with a pitch to moderate voters.

US man files $1m lawsuit after Michigan teacher cuts child's hair

The US man says his daughter's rights were violated when she had her her cut without permission.

Covid: Italy to require all workers to show 'green pass' certificate

New rules mean workers must show they are vaccinated, have tested negative, or recovered from Covid.

Venezuela judiciary aiding repression, UN finds

A fact-finding mission says the justice system allowed serious human rights violations to happen.

Somali President Farmajo cuts PM Roble's powers amid row over missing spy

The president cuts the prime minister's powers, raising fears of renewed armed conflict in Mogadishu.

North Korea reveals train-launched missile system

North Korean state media has unveiled what appears to be a new rail-based ballistic missile system.

Afghanistan's singers flee Taliban violence

The BBC spoke with six singers who crossed to Pakistan illegally and are now living in hiding.

Vincent Van Gogh: Newly discovered drawing goes on display

Study for Worn Out has been sitting in a Dutch family's private collection for more than a century.

Brussels to name street after murdered sex worker Eunice Osayande

The city aims to draw attention to victims of sexual violence after Eunice Osayande's death in 2018.

Hezbollah brings Iranian fuel into Lebanon to ease shortages

Lebanon's economic collapse has left the country dangerously short of fuel and electricity.

Aukus: China denounces 'irresponsible' US-UK-Australia pact

The alliance will allow Australia to build and deploy nuclear-powered submarines for the first time.

Wikipedia blames pro-China infiltration for bans

The infiltration threatened the "very foundations of Wikipedia", BBC News is told.

Covid-19: France suspends 3,000 unvaccinated health workers

The country has made Covid-19 vaccination mandatory for all healthcare and care home workers.

Biden calls Australian PM 'that fellow down under'

US President Joe Biden appeared to forget Scott Morrison's name during a video conference.

Denmark set to ban life-term prisoners from new romantic links

The ban comes after a 17-year-old admitted to a romantic relationship with murderer Peter Madsen.

US general defends 'secret' phone calls with China

Gen Mark Milley allegedly phoned Beijing to "reassure" them amid concern about President Trump.

Afghanistan: Taliban deputy denies reports of leadership row in new video

Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar had disappeared from view amid reports of a row between Taliban leaders.

Alex Murdaugh: The hot shot US lawyer and the hit man

Months after his wife and son were found dead, police say a lawyer arranged a hit - on himself.

Covid: The lives upended by Australia's sealed border

Eighteen months after Australia shut its border, people reveal tales of separation and despair.

Canada election: Lytton fire puts village at centre of debate

A village in western Canada recorded the country's highest-ever temperature. The next day it was gone.

Canadian prairie ranchers struggle with drought conditions

Amid a severe drought in the Prairies, some ranchers are trying to find ways to work with nature.

On the trail of fake medicine smugglers in Benin

Since the beginning of the pandemic, there’s been an increase in counterfeit drugs around the world.

Mangrove forests: Photography winners show beauty of ecosystems

The Mangrove Photography Award winners show unique ecosystems above and below the waterline.

Ros Atkins on... why people are using a horse drug

Ivermectin is being used by some to treat Covid-19, despite the benefits being unproven.

The homemakers breaking taboos on Instagram

Vasanti, Ritu and Pradnya, who have overcome huge challenges, now find joy performing on social media.

UK, US and Australia launch landmark security pact

The three nations agree to share advanced technologies, including nuclear-powered submarine know-how.

Afghanistan: Life under Taliban rule one month on

Secunder Kermani looks at life in northern Afghanistan, four weeks after the militants seized power.

Covid-19: Pope puzzled about vaccine hesitancy in the Church

Pope Francis says most people at the Vatican are vaccinated except for a "small group".

Paris attacks trial: Abdeslam blames France for bombing IS

Salah Abdeslam shocks his trial, describing the bomb and gun attacks as "nothing personal".

Australia's Curtin University wants 'unethical' AI study retracted

The Australian university says the facial recognition study co-funded by China breached guidelines.

Simone Biles testifies at Senate hearing into Nassar

Simone Biles and Aly Raisman are speaking at a Senate inquiry into claims the FBI mishandled sex abuse reports.

Mexico drug lord 'The Viceroy' sentenced to 28 years

Vicente Carrillo Fuentes took control of the Juárez cartel after his brother died in a botched operation.

Three ex-US intelligence officers admit hacking for UAE

The three men allegedly helped a UAE-based firm break into computers and phones around the world.

Afghanistan women's youth soccer team escapes to Pakistan

Their departure comes as part of a wider exodus of female cultural and sporting stars.

Texas abortion: Biden administration requests abortion law pause

The new law bans abortion from as early as six weeks, when many women do not know they are pregnant.

EU needs to step up on defence, says von der Leyen

Ursula von der Leyen says the EU needs the "political will" to intervene militarily without the US.

Saudi Arabia camel carvings dated to prehistoric era

A new study suggests the sculptures in Saudi Arabia are far older than previously thought.

Ex-models demand change over French sex abuse laws

French law says the models have run out of time to start criminal proceedings over sexual assault.

Canada federal election: Canadians want reconciliation. Will the election deliver?

The issue that seized Canadians for much of the summer has mostly been absent on the campaign trail.

Miss Ireland 2021: First black winner 'proud' of crown

Pamela Uba moved to the country as a seven-year-old - now she's making history after taking the title.

Russian elections: How democratic are they?

Ahead of this week's elections many opposition candidates have been prevented from running.

Pakistan: How to cool Karachi as temperatures rise

In Karachi, Pakistan, one entrepreneur is on a mission to plant urban forests to cope with rising temperatures.

Dramatic body camera video shows Wichita fire rescue

Body camera video shows firefighters rushing into a burning flat complex to save trapped residents.

Comedian Norm MacDonald dead at 61 from cancer

The Canadian comic was best known for presenting a news parody on Saturday Night Live in the 1990s.

Faroe Islands: Anger over killing of 1,400 dolphins in one day

Hunting is under scrutiny after more than 1,400 dolphins were killed in one day - a reported record.

Afghanistan: Taliban leaders in bust-up at presidential palace, sources say

Taliban officials say the group's co-founder left Kabul after an argument over the interim government.

Haiti PM Ariel Henry banned from leaving country amid murder inquiry

Charges are sought against Ariel Henry over alleged links with a suspect in the president's killing.

Fashion house in backlash over 'racist' $1,190 sweatpants

Critics say the $1,190 pants, which come with a built-in pair of boxer shorts, rip off US hip hop culture.

Apple iPhone 13 brings portrait mode for video

The portrait-mode style video setting can pull focus on its subjects automatically.

Spain targets energy firms as European bills surge

Bills are spiralling in several countries and Spain agrees emergency measures to help consumers.

Asteroid that wiped out dinosaurs shaped fortunes of snakes

Snakes owe their success in part to the asteroid impact that killed off the dinosaurs 66 million years ago.

California ski resort changes offensive Native American name

The California resort's old name contained a slur offensive to Native American women.

California recall election: Fact-checking Governor Newsom and his challengers

BBC News looks at some of the claims made by Governor Newsom and his challengers on the campaign trail.

Boeing says air travel to return to pre-pandemic levels by 2024

Plane maker expects global aviation to take another two and a half years to recover.

Met Gala 2021: Which celeb shone brightest on the red carpet?

After skipping last year because of coronavirus, celebrities went all out in the fashion stakes.

Cows toilet trained to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

Researchers say toilet training cows could lead to a large reduction in ammonia emissions.

Tropical storm Nicholas brings heavy rain to Texas and Louisiana

Meteorologists warn of life-threatening flooding, power outages and storm surges.

R. Kelly abused Aaliyah when she was 13 or 14, court hears

One of R. Kelly’s former backing dancers testifies at the star's sex trafficking trial in New York.

Norway's centre-left defeats Solberg's conservative rule

Prime Minister Erna Solberg concedes victory in elections, paving the way for coalition talks.

Brexit: GB checks on goods imported from the EU delayed

The government blames Covid and supply-chain difficulties as it puts back changes.

Met Gala: 13 of the most eye-catching looks

Jennifer Lopez, Simone Biles, Dan Levy, Ella Emhoff and Tommy Hilfiger were all on the red carpet.

What's gone wrong with the 'War on Terror' in Africa?

Twenty years after the US 'War on Terror' began, Islamist movements have spread across Africa.

Canada federal election: A look at the key numbers driving the campaign

A visual guide to the big issues in Canada's federal election, from climate to cost of living.

Russia election: Opposition crushed ahead of managed polls

Exiled or disqualified, opposition voices warn of a government stitch-up in this week’s elections.

Why even giant ships can't solve the shipping crisis

A shortage of vessels is hampering global trade and may lead to empty shelves before Christmas.

Amazon's Cape Town base: The battle to save South African culture

Some indigenous groups say the planned office in Cape Town is on culturally important land.

German election: Hunger strikers want greater action on climate change

Six young people say they won't end their hunger strike until the leading candidates meet them.

World War Two: The forgotten Indian soldiers of Dunkirk

Some 300 Indian soldiers were evacuated from the coast of France during a pivotal moment in World War Two.

Life at 50C: The toxic gas flares fuelling Nigeria's climate change

Joy and her family are among 2m Nigerians living within 4km of a gas flare in Nigeria's oil-rich south.

Twenty years after 9/11, will al-Qaeda rise again?

Where is al-Qaeda 20 years after the 9/11 attacks - and could it re-emerge as a terror threat?

China's coronavirus-fuelled surfing boom

Covid travel restrictions that have limited foreign travel have led to a boom in surfing in China.

Megapod of feeding humpback whales 'so special'

A megapod of over 100 humpback whales has been filmed feeding off the New South Wales coast of Australia.

Ros Atkins on... lorry driver shortages

Ros Atkins looks at why there's a lack of drivers and how it's affecting UK businesses.

Afghan women hit back at Taliban with #DoNotTouchMyClothes campaign

Afghan women show off their traditional dress as black burqas spread under the Taliban.

Fake Walmart news release claimed it would accept cryptocurrency

A news story claiming Walmart would accept cryptocurrency Litecoin was fabricated, the retail giant says.

Man arrested with bayonet and machete near US Capitol

Police say the man claimed to be "on patrol" and talked about white supremacy when he was arrested.

Afghanistan crisis: Taliban kill civilians in resistance stronghold

The militants target civilians in Panjshir, the BBC finds, despite promises of restraint.

Nigeria jailbreak in Kabba: Prisoners on the run after armed raid

About 240 inmates were freed after armed attackers stormed the facility in Kogi state on Sunday.

French slave statue defaced in apparent racist attack

A statue of Modeste Testas, an African slave, has been vandalised with white paint in Bordeaux.

MTV Awards 2021: More sparks fly on red carpet than on stage

After a scuffle on the red carpet, the ceremony struggles to generate many big new cultural moments.

Naftali Bennett to make first visit to Egypt by an Israeli PM in a decade

Naftali Bennett will meet President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi in the resort of Sharm el-Sheikh.

Afghanistan: UN seeks millions in international aid

It is seeking more than $600m (£434m) in aid following the Taliban takeover last month.

Abimael Guzmán: Peru ponders fate of Shining Path leader's body

Officials fear that if he is buried his gravesite could become a rallying point for extremists.

Eitan Biran: Italy investigates 'kidnap' of cable car crash survivor

Eitan Biran, 6, the only survivor of May's disaster, is taken to Israel by his grandfather.

North Korea tests new long-range cruise missile

Despite food shortages and an economic crisis, it shows Pyongyang is still developing new weapons.

Spain fire: Thousands flee blaze near Costa del Sol town

Almost 2,000 people have left their homes as the military joins efforts to contain the flames.

Britney Spears announces engagement to Sam Asghari

The singer, who is fighting a legal battle over her conservatorship, met fiancé Sam Asghari in 2016.

Record number of environmental activists murdered

More than 220 environment and land rights activists were murdered last year, according to a report.

India appointed three top women judges. Is it too early to celebrate?

Appointment of three women to India's Supreme Court is being hailed as a "historic moment".

Canada election: What is your 'ballot box' issue?

Three voters tell the BBC what issues are at stake and who they are voting for.

The pressures - and rewards - of being an influencer

Running your own popular YouTube channel can be lucrative, but it comes with downsides.

Kenyan influencers paid to take 'guerrilla warfare’ online

Shadowy financiers are closing down a once democratic space on Twitter for political debate in Kenya.

British American Tobacco negotiated bribe for Mugabe, new evidence suggests

Documents reveal British American Tobacco’s role in bribery and spying in southern Africa.

Medvedev ends Djokovic's calendar Grand Slam dream

Russia's Daniil Medvedev wins his first Grand Slam title by shattering Novak Djokovic's hopes of completing a calendar sweep of the majors in a one-sided US Open final.

The first hate-crime attack after 9/11

The story of the first American to be killed in the backlash - a turbaned Sikh man in Arizona.

Match crowd catches falling cat in a flag

The cat used one of its nine lives at the American football match in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Afghanistan: Taliban announce new rules for female students

Students will be segregated by gender and have to observe an Islamic dress code.

Iran and UN watchdog reach deal over nuclear site monitoring

Tehran allows the UN's nuclear watchdog to service monitoring cameras at key facilities.

Paris residents alarmed by air force drill on 9/11 anniversary

A fighter jet was escorting an Airbus A330 - with PM Jean Castex on board - at low altitude.

Ricciardo wins Italian GP after Hamilton & Verstappen crash

McLaren's Daniel Ricciardo won the Italian Grand Prix after a harrowing crash between title rivals Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen.

ICYMI: A big week for small things

Here's a round-up of some the week's news you might have missed.

It means everything - Raducanu on historic US Open win

Emma Raducanu says she does not want to let go of the US Open trophy as her fairytale in New York culminates in the ultimate happy ending.

US Open: Emma Raducanu - the key facts about Britain's Grand Slam winner

Motorsport, Romania and Dina Asher-Smith - a few things you should know about Britain's teenage US Open champion Emma Raducanu.

Emma Raducanu tells BBC she's 'ready for anything'

The new US Open champion spoke to the BBC after beating Leylah Fernandez in straight sets.

Emma Raducanu: US Open champion 'outstanding', says the Queen

The Queen leads the congratulations to Emma Raducanu after the 18-year-old Briton clinches the US Open title with victory against Leylah Fernandez.

Emma Raducanu's hometown celebrates US Open win

This is how people in Bromley, London – including her former tennis coach – reacted to the result.

FBI begins declassifying documents into Saudi 9/11 links

The memo lists some contact between Saudi nationals and hijackers, but does not implicate the government.

Yes Sir, I Can Boogie singer dies aged 69

María Mendiola, one of the members of the duo Baccara, has died in Madrid at the age of 69.

Pope to meet Hungary's populist leader Orban

The meeting is expected to highlight differences over Mr Orban's anti-immigrant policies.

British teenager Raducanu storms to US Open title

Emma Raducanu ends Britain's 44-year wait for a women's Grand Slam singles champion as she beats Leylah Fernandez to win the US Open.

Why are there food queues in Sri Lanka?

With a weak economy and worsening Covid-19 situation, a food emergency has been declared in the country.

Keeping up with the Californians: Recall vote 2021

A ragtag bunch of 46 challengers hope voters will remove the governor and let them run California.

Nigeria's kidnap crisis: Letters replace phones

The latest tactic to tackle kidnapping gangs is to cut off mobiles and the internet.

Venice Film Festival: Abortion drama wins top prize

Audrey Diwan's Happening is set in 1960s France but comes amid debate over strict new laws in Texas.

Families and leaders mark 20th anniversary of 9/11

Commemorations have taken place on the 20th anniversary of the 11 September attacks.

US remembers 20th anniversary of 9/11

Ceremonies are held in New York, Virginia and Pennsylvania to mark the lives lost 20 years ago.

Air India Express: Deadly plane crash blamed on human error

Failure to follow procedures contributed to last year's crash at Calicut airport, investigators say.

The first hate-crime attack after 9/11

The story of the first American to be killed in the backlash - a turbaned Sikh man in Arizona.

Abimael Guzmán: Peru's Shining Path guerrilla leader dies at 86

Guzmán led the Maoist rebel group which in the 1980s almost brought the Peruvian state to its knees.

9/11 anniversary: Moment of silence as families recite names of victims

On the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attack, New York City held a moment of silence for the lost 2,977 lives.

Afghanistan: US media cast doubt on Kabul drone strike

Media question both the intelligence behind the US attack on a car in Kabul and the claims of success.

US Open: Record-chasing Novak Djokovic sets up final with Daniil Medvedev

Novak Djokovic keeps alive his hopes of a calendar Grand Slam by reaching the US Open final, where he will face Daniil Medvedev.

9/11 anniversary: Official commemorations under way

A minute's silence will mark the exact times the hijacked planes crashed in three states.

20 years on from 9/11 a trial like no other begins at Guantanamo Bay

After two decades, the trial of 5 men accused of involvement in the 9/11 attacks finally begins

Escaped zebras spark double takes and denials in Maryland

They have been roaming Maryland for more than a week. A US politician says: "I did not let them loose".

Haiti PM asked to testify in President's assassination hearing

Ariel Henry has been asked why he spoke to the main suspect in the slaying of President Moise.

Bennifer 2.0's red carpet debut

Actor Ben Affleck and singer Jennifer Lopez arrive in Venice for the premiere of The Last Duel.

9/11 anniversary: Biden calls for unity as US prepares to mark attacks

The president pays tribute to the 2,977 victims on the eve of the 20th anniversary of the attacks.

Pantelleria: Two killed as tornado hits Italian island

Nine others were injured as the whirlwind overturned cars on the Mediterranean island of Pantelleria.

Ethiopia: The country where a year lasts 13 months

Five things you may not know about Ethiopia's unique calendar and cultural heritage.

9/11 anniversary: Left without a parent after that day

How the terror attacks affected those whose parents died or were injured in the attacks.

September 11: The heroes of the forgotten maritime rescue mission

On 11 September, 2001, nearly 500,000 people were evacuated by boat from southern Manhattan.

All of Disney's 2021 movies to debut exclusively in cinemas

All films set to come out 2021 will be released in cinemas, handing a boost to struggling venues.

Afghanistan: BBC catches up with Afghan journalist who fled Kabul

Wahida Faizi spoke to a reporter in August saying she feared the Taliban would kill her for her work.

Ros Atkins on... lorry driver shortages

Ros Atkins looks at why there's a lack of drivers and how it's affecting UK businesses.

Agnès Buzyn: France ex-health minister under investigation

Former health minister Agnès Buzyn is investigated for "endangering lives" after leaving her role.

Two of six Palestinian prison escapees recaptured - Israel

A manhunt was launched after six inmates tunnelled out of a prison in northern Israel on Monday.

Alpha Condé: Guinea's ousted president in good health, Ecowas says

West African envoys meet Alpha Condé, who was detained during a coup last week.

Canadian teen Leylah Fernandez fights for glory

The 19-year-old was ranked 73rd in the world, but now has a shot at winning the US Open

Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil organisers charged under national security law

Three members of a pro-democracy group appeared in court on Friday charged with subversion.

Why Don't We: US boy band accuse manager of mental and financial abuse

US group Why Don't We claim they were made "hostages in our own home" and had their food restricted.

Afghanistan: UN condemns Taliban's brutal crackdown on protests

The United Nations says the Taliban used live ammunition, batons and whips on protesters, killing four.

Nord Stream 2: Gazprom says new pipeline to Germany is ready

Nord Stream 2 will double Moscow's natural gas exports to Germany, bypassing Ukraine.

Texas passes social media 'de-platforming' law

The US state makes it illegal to ban somebody from social media because of their political views.

MH17: One father's testimony marked by despair and a rucksack

Relatives reveal the pain of securing justice for those who brought down the flight over east Ukraine.

COP26: Poorest countries fear not reaching UK for climate summit

Twenty of the world's poorest countries face hotel quarantine before the event in Glasgow.

Afghanistan: Former US ambassador says leaving 'pulled the plumbing' of Afghan forces

A former US ambassador says Afghan security forces were developed to rely on US intelligence and communications.

Former member of Afghan parliament: 'The Taliban would've killed me if they found me'

Naheed Farid says she left Afghanistan over fears the Taliban could kill her and for the safety of her children.

Lebanon gets new government amid deepening crisis

The country's richest man becomes prime minister, ending more than a year of political paralysis.

'I'll be at front of queue to change my slave name'

Descendants of African slaves welcome a Dutch city's decision to scrap fees for changing names.

Afghanistan: What has changed in 20 years

Women's education and independent media have been the success stories, but all this might change now.

Afghanistan crisis: Five lessons learned (or not) since 9/11

Some fatal mistakes have undermined the fight against terror, says the BBC's Frank Gardner.

Covid: Biden orders employees of big businesses to be vaccinated or face testing

The US president is using his executive power to require that big companies vaccinate employees.

Austria man kept dead mother in cellar for pension, police say

The suspect is said to have "mummified" the corpse in order to continue receiving her pension.

The rare Indian swimming camels under threat

India's unique Kharai camels can swim in the sea. But their habitat is slowly disappearing.

Hoaxes, myths and conspiracies: How the internet distorted 9/11

Days after the attacks on 11 September 2001, the internet was rife with fake claims of what happened.

Biden administration sues Texas over restrictive abortion law

The Texas law effectively bans abortions from as early as six weeks into a pregnancy.

Hong Kong: Police raid Tiananmen Square museum

The raid comes a day after four members of the group that ran the venue were arrested.

Genesis: Tour ‘putting it to bed’ after 54 years

The singer is returning on tour with Genesis despite ongoing health problems.

US: Colorado City will pay $3m to a woman with dementia injured by police

Bodycam footage shows the moment Colorado City officers detained and injured 75-year-old Karen Garner.

Afghan robotics team: Inspirational women begin 'new chapter'

The BBC speaks to the women's robotics team about their ordeal trying to leave Afghanistan.

Afghanistan: Journalists tell of beatings by Taliban

Photos circulating online show journalists with welts and bruises after being released from detention.

Top US court halts Texas execution of inmate seeking pastor's touch

The inmate, convicted of murder, is calling for the right to have a pastor's hands on him as he dies.

Covid-19 vaccines in South Africa: Free football tickets for fans with jabs

The government is concerned about growing anti-vaccine sentiment in the country.

Sergio Ramírez: Nicaragua orders arrest of award-winning author

State prosecutors accuse Sergio Ramírez of inciting hatred and conspiring to destabilise Nicaragua.

How a monkey launched the pop-it toy craze

Why it took a TikTok primate to turn a forty-year-old idea into a global hit

Surfside tower collapse: Three arrested over victim ID thefts

The suspects are said to have purchased luxury items on illegally obtained credit cards.

Jerome Boateng: German football star on trial over assault charge

Jerome Boateng is accused of injuring his ex-girlfriend during a dispute on holiday in 2018.

Afghanistan: Protesters defy Taliban intimidation

Demonstrators are on the streets again as pictures emerge showing injuries inflicted on journalists.

Australia may cancel Afghanistan Test if women banned

Cricket Australia (CA) will cancel its men's Test match with Afghanistan if reports that the women's team cannot play under Taliban rule are true.

US Open 2021: Novak Djokovic will face Alexander Zverev in semi-final

Novak Djokovic will continue his bid to win all four Grand Slams in the same year against Olympic champion Alexander Zverev in Friday's US Open semi-final.

Afghan Special Forces commander faced race against time to flee

An Afghan Special Forces commander says he owes his life to members of the Parachute Regiment who helped him escape.

The Kenyans who are helping the world to cheat

Some Kenyans try to escape poverty by helping foreign students to fake their academic work.

Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes 'lied and cheated', trial hears

Elizabeth Holmes pretended her blood-testing technology worked to enrich herself, prosecutors say, as trial begins.

Lebanon: A country plunged into darkness

Lebanon’s ongoing crisis has plunged the country into darkness, with some experiencing power cuts for 20 hours a day.

Why people in Eswatini are protesting

Eswatini is Africa’s last absolute monarchy, which means the king controls everything.

Afghanistan: Women beaten for demanding their rights

Women in Afghanistan demanding their rights say they have been beaten by the Taliban.

Nxivm sex cult co-founder Nancy Salzman sentenced to prison

Nancy Salzman will spend 42 months in prison for her role in the "manipulative" New York sex cult.

Afghanistan: A new order begins under the Taliban's governance

The Taliban's new ministers have taken office - but are they any different this time around?

Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: Mass graves found - Amhara officials

The bodies of some 119 civilians are found by local officials - rebel forces deny responsibility.

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte to stand as vice-president

Rivals accuse the president, barred from a second term, of seeking to cling on to power.

Afghanistan: Could Pakistani drones hit the Panjshir Valley?

There are claims that Pakistan has used drones against anti-Taliban forces in Afghanistan.

Israeli troops make arrests over Palestinian prison break

Several relatives of the six inmates who escaped Gilboa prison are reportedly taken into custody.

Guinea coup leaders free dozens of political prisoners

The releases come as West African leaders meet to discuss whether to impose sanctions.

Mexico earthquake: Lights seen in sky during tremor near Acapulco

The magnitude-seven quake struck the country's Pacific coast, near the resort of Acapulco.

Afghanistan: Women protest against all-male Taliban government

Dozens of women march in Kabul and in Badakhshan province, angry at the new Taliban government.

Robert E Lee statue: Virginia removes contentious memorial as crowds cheer

The statue became a focal point for the protests following the death of George Floyd last spring.

India: Passengers missing after boats collide in Assam

Some 100 people are aboard the boats when they crash on a river in Assam, with one capsizing.

Britney Spears: Singer's conservatorship case explained