Abounding Opportunities

Nearly 3,000 tonnes of maple syrup was stolen in the so-called Great Canadian Maple Syrup Heist.

Russian MP says Putin's plan for Ukraine hasn't been shared with their parliament

Maria Butina says Putin's plan wasn't shared with MPs, but the campaign is going "according to plan".

Joe Biden orders 'unprecedented' release of oil reserves

The move will add 1m barrels a day to global markets - the largest release of oil reserves in US history.

How do you do a face-to-face interview with Zelensky?

Zanny Minton Beddoes, editor-in-chief of The Economist, on how she interviewed Ukraine's president.

Meeting with Pope a 'stepping stone' towards reconciliation

A Canadian indigenous delegation is seeking an apology over the church's role in residential schools.

Ukraine war: 'Most Russian troops' leaving Chernobyl, Ukraine says

Ukraine's state nuclear company says just a few soldiers are left at the former nuclear power plant.

Kenya's BBI blocked in blow to President Uhuru Kenyatta

Supreme Court judges say President Kenyatta acted unlawfully in his pursuit of constitutional changes.

Two Palestinians killed during Israeli raid in West Bank

The operation in Jenin follows a recent series of attacks in Israel that have left 11 people dead.

French intelligence chief Vidaud fired over Russian war failings

Gen Eric Vidaud loses his job as military intelligence boss for not predicting Russia's invasion.

Ukraine war: The Syrians signing up to fight for Russia

Recruits are being offered thousands of dollars to be deployed on the front line in Ukraine.

Mexico missing students: Parents angry at military's obstruction

A new report says Mexico's armed forces hid evidence that could have helped locate the 43 students.

Australia floods: Severe flooding strikes Australian east coast again

Home and business have been swamped, with residents forced to evacuate.

Hong Kong: Top UK judges resign from highest court

The judges say China's new national security law has made their role on highest court untenable.

Ukraine War: Putin demands Mariupol surrender to end shelling

Comments come as satellite images show the devastation unleashed by Russia's bombardment.

Germany warns on gas supply over Russia payment row

Germany takes the first step towards gas rationing as a payments row with Russia escalates.

Seven dead in strike on government office in Ukrainian city of Mykolaiv

Russian forces destroyed an entire section of a local government building in the Tuesday morning strike.

Donald Trump's 6 January call logs show seven-hour gap

The committee investigating the Capitol riots had sought to obtain the presidential records.

Does video show Russian prisoners being shot?

Ukrainian authorities investigate a video apparently showing Russian PoWs being shot in the legs.

Ukraine calls for Nepal to ban Russian climbers from Himalayas

Nepal has issued permits to nine Russian climbers despite a Ukrainian call for them to be banned.

French elections: Eric Zemmour criticised over 'Killer Macron' rally chants

Emmanuel Macron criticises challenger Eric Zemmour after his supporters chanted "Killer Macron" at a rally.

Best actor winner Will Smith took offence at a joke by presenter Chris Rock

The Oscars were halted momentarily when Will Smith took offence to a joke by presenter Chris Rock.

War in Ukraine: Graphic protest by Russian artist Yevgenia Isayeva

Yevgenia Isayeva doused herself in fake blood and chanted, "my heart bleeds" in the solo protest.

Roman Abramovich suffered suspected poisoning at talks

The billionaire suffered suspected poisoning at talks in Ukraine this month, sources close to him say.

Zelensky says Ukraine prepared to discuss neutrality in peace talks

Ukraine's president says his country is open to adopting a neutral status as part of a possible peace deal.

Ukraine war: Russian officials seize Swiss watches apparently worth millions

Agents raided a Moscow premises of luxury brand Audemars Piguet, according to a report in Swiss media.

Kenya to receive millions seized in Jersey to help fight Covid

In a novel scheme, Jersey will send millions of dollars back to Kenya to buy life-saving equipment.

Mexico shooting: At least 19 killed at cockfighting pit

Sixteen men and three women are dead after the shooting in the state of Michoacán, officials say.

Afghanistan: Taliban bars BBC TV programmes from schedules

Radio and online are unaffected as the regime stops local TV showing international partner content.

El Salvador: State of emergency after 62 gang killings in a day

The 62 deaths recorded on Saturday make it the country's most violent 24-hour period for 30 years.

Why Biden's off-script remarks about Putin are so dangerous

The US President has made a series of unscripted remarks this week, souring US-Russia relations.

Shanghai Covid: China announces largest city-wide lockdown

The financial hub will be locked down in two phases, in China's biggest city-wide lockdown yet.

Ukraine: No Russia regime change plans, says Blinken

The US secretary of state spoke after President Biden said Vladimir Putin should not remain in power.

Nigeria - where President Buhari had to say sorry for a power cut

The lights went out across Nigeria when fuel shortages coincided with the collapse of the power grid.

Soldiers on patrol outside Kyiv confront Russian drone threat

On patrol with a Ukrainian defence unit carrying out aerial reconnaissance around Kyiv.

Sidney Poitier's daughter on his Oscars legacy

Sidney Poitier's daughter discusses the late Oscar winner's influence on civil rights and cinema.

War in Ukraine: Vladimir Putin cannot remain in power - Biden

A White House official says the US president was not calling for a regime change.

Ukraine war: Five wounded after explosions hit western city of Lviv

Lviv has become a hub for thousands of refugees fleeing other parts of Ukraine since Russia's invasion.

War in Ukraine: Musicians perform emotional concert in Kharkiv metro station

Musicians performed the concert at a metro station in Kharkiv, being used as a makeshift shelter.

China plane crash: All 132 passengers and crew dead, officials confirm

Rescue teams are still searching for the second black box at the site of the plane crash in Guangxi.

Taylor Hawkins: Bogota festival crowd reacts to Foo Fighters drummer's death

The band had been due to perform at the Estereo Picnic festival in Bogota, Colombia, on Friday night.

Boyfriend ordered pregnant woman's murder

Tshegofatso Pule was found hanging from a tree, provoking outrage across South Africa.

Royal tour: Kate smiles through the rain in the Bahamas as trip ends

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited a primary school in the Bahamas on the last day of their trip.

Ukraine war: JK Rowling hits back at Putin after 'cancel culture' comment

Mr Putin referenced the Harry Potter author during a speech condemning "cancel culture" in the West.

Ukraine war: Smoke rises from Kyiv fuel depot Russia claims it has destroyed

Moscow says it targeted the largest remaining military fuel storage facility in Ukraine.

EU signs US gas deal to curb reliance on Russia

The liquefied natural gas deal with US is part of EU attempts to reduce reliance on Russian energy.

Ukraine war: A dangerous escape on the 'Rescue Express'

A risky night-time race to safety lies ahead for exhausted families fleeing Kyiv each day.

Ukraine war: Digging a grave for my stepfather, killed in Mariupol

Viktoria’s stepfather died when the car taking him to hospital was blown up during fighting in Mariupol.

Ukraine-Russia: The 76-year-old artist taking on Putin

"What's happening is a disgrace," says Elena, who was carried away by police for anti-war protests.

Australia floods: 'We're resilient, but how about helping us?'

Locals tell dramatic stories of survival and recovery, but accuse politicians of ignoring them.

Defiant Ukrainian troops tell Russians: 'Go home while you're still alive'

Quentin Sommerville and cameraman Darren Conway have spent time with two fighters since the very start.

Ethiopia's Tigray war: Government declares humanitarian truce

The civil war has left millions needing food aid, yet none has been delivered to Tigray for months.

Russian warship destroyed in occupied port of Berdyansk, says Ukraine

Ukraine's navy says the Orsk, which was used to ferry Russian troops, was hit in Berdyansk.

LGBT people in Iraq live in fear of lives - HRW

A new report describes "routine" attacks on members of the community, including torture and murder.

War in Ukraine: Explosion seen in Berdyansk as navy claims to destroy Russian ship

The Ukrainian navy says it has destroyed a Russian landing ship named the Orsk in the port city of Berdyansk.

Ash Barty: Australians react to world tennis number one's shock retirement

The BBC hears from tennis players in Brisbane, where the world number one Ashleigh Barty regular trained.

Nestle pulls KitKat and Nesquik out of Russia

The Swiss food giant drops some popular brands, but will still sell baby food and medical nutrition.

Afghanistan girls' tears over chaotic Taliban schools U-turn

Girls were in shock after high schools were abruptly shut after re-opening for the first time in months.

Amanda Bynes: Judge ends former actress's nine-year conservatorship

The former child star was placed under the legal guardianship after drug and mental health problems.

Ukraine war: Ukrainian fightback gains ground west of Kyiv

Authorities in the town of Makariv, near the capital, say Ukrainian flags are flying there again.

War in Ukraine: 'Pets are getting left at train stations'

A photographer from the UK travels to western Ukraine to rescue pets displaced by war.

China plane crash: Search teams find flight's black box

Crews had struggled against rain and flooded terrain to find key clues to the plane’s sudden fall.

Ketanji Brown Jackson: Key moments as Biden's Supreme Court pick quizzed

Lawmakers on a key Senate panel are grilling Ketanji Brown Jackson about her record as a judge.

Australian-Iranian Shokrollah Jebeli, 83, dies in Tehran prison

Amnesty International said Shokrollah Jebeli's treatment was tantamount to torture.

Ukraine war: Terror of African students in Russian-occupied Kherson

Nigerian students in Ukraine plead for help leaving Kherson as food, medicine and water run low.

WATCH: Ukrainian sailing club protest super yacht linked to Abramovich in Turkey

A Ukrainian sailing team protested the arrival of a super yacht linked to Roman Abramovich in Turkey.

Maharashtra: Rubber penis in family planning kit sparks row

Some lawmakers in Maharashtra state say female health workers will be embarrassed but others disagree.

Afghanistan: Girls return to school in amidst hope and fear

- March 21, 2022

The Taliban ban on secondary school education for girls is due to be lifted on Wednesday.

UK blames Russia for hoax calls to cabinet ministers

- March 21, 2022

Downing Street has also revealed that Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries was unsuccessfully targeted.

Not smart but clever? The return of 'dumbphones'

Why sales of very basic mobile phones, without apps and internet connection, are increasing.

Ukraine conflict: The wounded children of Putin's war

Survivors from the bombardment of Mariupol are bearing the physical and mental scars of the conflict.

Inside a children's hospital and pressure on Russian artists - Ukraine war round-up

Ukrainian children suffer in hospital, and musicians are banned from Russian radio for opposing the war.

War in Ukraine: Backlash in Russia against anti-war musicians

Banned from radio stations and rumoured black lists, artists against the war face a difficult moment.

In Mariupol, children bear the brunt of Vladimir Putin's war

At a children's hospital near the besieged city, the true impact of Russia's tactics are on display.

Saudi Aramco ramps up investment to boost production

The state energy firm Saudi Aramco said it would increase investment after profits more than doubled in 2021.

Belgium carnival 'turned into a tragedy'

At least six people are killed after a car drives into a crowd of carnival-goers in southern Belgium.

War in Ukraine: Ballet dancer refugees shelter in Polish opera house

The Polish National Ballet is offering shelter to about 30 Ukrainian dancers in its opera house.

Ukraine conflict: Scores feared dead after Russia attack on Mykolaiv barracks

A source tells the BBC's Andrew Harding in Mykolaiv that up to 200 soldiers were in when missiles hit.

Russia claims first use of hypersonic Kinzhal missile in Ukraine

Russia says it fired a Kinzhal missile at a Ukrainian arms depot, in an apparent change of strategy.

Ukraine war: Man rescued from Kharkiv rubble after shelling

A man is pulled alive from the rubble of a teaching building in Ukraine, after Russian shelling.

Russians board International Space Station in Ukrainian colours

Three cosmonauts ditch the standard-issue Russian uniforms in an apparent show of solidarity.

How Poland's business community is helping Ukrainians

Small and medium sized firms, including recruiters, are organising support for arriving refugees.

Putin hails Crimea annexation and war with lessons on heroism

Eight years after Russia seized Crimea, the event is being celebrated with a concert and in schools.

Ukraine war: Russia destroys aircraft repair plant near western city of Lviv

The attack on the facility near Lviv sparks concern that Russia may increase strikes in the west.

Arnold Schwarzenegger's anti-Ukraine war video trends on Russian social media

In the video the actor warns Russians they are being fed misinformation over the Ukraine war.

Airline giant Delta warns oil increases mean higher ticket prices

The jump in oil prices since Russia invaded Ukraine is set to lead to higher airfares.

Russia Today: Amol Rajan explains Ofcom's licence decision

Regulator Ofcom said Russia Today was not "fit and proper to hold a UK broadcasting licence".

Brittney Griner: Russia extends arrest of US basketball star over drugs charge

Fans have criticised the muted response to the detention of the Olympic champion who faces 10 years in jail.

P&O Ferries sacks 800 workers but crew refuse to leave ships

Ferry services are cancelled as staff are told via Zoom that they are being made redundant immediately.

Marina Ovsyannikova: Interrogators did not believe TV protest was my idea

Marina Ovsyannikova explains why she protested against war in Ukraine on a live Russian TV news broadcast.

Iran rescues dozens as UAE-flagged cargo ship sinks in Gulf

All but one of the 30 crew of the UAE-flagged vessel have been pulled from the water, officials say.

Kanye West: Rapper suspended from Instagram for 24 hours

The rapper used a racial slur in reference to Trevor Noah after the comedian criticised his behaviour.

What is a war crime and could Putin be prosecuted over Ukraine?

If Russia has carried out war crimes in Ukraine how could Putin or his army generals be prosecuted?

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe and Anoosheh Ashoori return to the UK after years held in Iran

Two British-Iranian nationals detained in Iran for several years have landed at RAF Brize Norton.

How is a UK debt to Iran connected to Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe?

Does the UK own money to Iran for a military deal that was never fulfilled?

Iran's jailed dual nationals and their uncertain fate

An unknown number are in prison in Iran, some serving long sentences, others sentenced to death.

Ukraine war: Woman captures moment missile strike hits Chernihiv

Video shows Mari Margun reacting to an explosion in the middle of recording herself talking to the camera.

War in Ukraine: Inside the Ukrainian homes destroyed by war

Residential apartment blocks in Kyiv have again been hit by Russian air strikes.

Zelensky to address Congress as US pledges $800m in military aid

Ukraine's president will address Congress by video, as the US offers greater military assistance.

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe on way home to UK

The British-Iranian woman had been detained by the authorities in Iran for nearly six years.

War in Ukraine: Surrogate babies wait for parents in Kyiv bomb shelter

At least 21 babies born through surrogacy are stuck waiting for their biological parents to take them home.

War in Ukraine: Kyiv flats destroyed in overnight bombardment

Firefighters extinguished a blaze and evacuated residents from the residential building.

Ukraine war: Protester exposes cracks in Kremlin's war message

Marina Ovsyannikova's moment of protest on TV was extraordinary - but she now faces prosecution.

India investigates missile that landed in Pakistan

Ministers said the missile was accidentally fired into Pakistan on 3 March due to a "technical malfunction".

Jane Campion sorry to Venus and Serena Williams for 'thoughtless' remark

Film-maker Jane Campion apologises for a "thoughtless" remark about Venus and Serena Williams.

As world watches Ukraine, Syria's war grinds on

While the world's attention is focused on Ukraine, Syria is still suffering in its long war.

Spain skies turn orange after Saharan dust cloud sweeps over country

A large area was hit by the dust, which swept across the Mediterranean Sea.

Ukraine war: Silent streets in wiped out Donetsk town

Volnovakha, a town in Donetsk, eastern Ukraine, has been decimated by fighting.

Ukraine war: Drone shots show Mariupol devastated by fighting

Thousands of civilians have been trapped in the Ukrainian port city for nearly two weeks

Mass graves in Ukraine: Battered cities are digging makeshift burial sites

Street cleaners are collecting bodies as besieged locals resort to burying civilians in trenches.

Gustavo Petro: Ex-rebel wins his coalition's primary

After winning his coalition's primary, Gustavo Petro could become Colombia's first left-wing leader.

Ukraine war: Pregnant woman and baby die after hospital shelled

The woman, seen in a widely shared image being carried out of the maternity hospital, dies along with her baby.

Ukraine war: Residents rescued after Kyiv apartment block strike

Two people died when the residential building in the Ukrainian capital was hit.

War in Ukraine: What happened on day 18 of Russia's invasion

A military base near the Polish border is attacked, and the UK announces a scheme to house refugees.

Poland feels the strain of Ukraine's refugees

The eastern town of Zamosc has welcomed thousands of refugees but locals wonder how long they can cope.

Brent Renaud: Friend of US journalist killed in Ukraine speaks to BBC

Mea last spoke to Brent four days ago, and says he was excited to work on a documentary in Ukraine.

Brent Renaud: US journalist and filmmaker killed in Ukraine

It is the first reported death of a foreign journalist covering the war in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine: Video shows destroyed buildings on fire after shelling

Footage shared by the State Emergency Service of Ukraine shows buildings in Chernihiv totally destroyed.

Ukraine war: 'Sky turned red' as missiles hit Lviv military base

A witness to a deadly Russian attack on a Ukrainian military base describes the moment missiles struck the site.

War in Ukraine: Russian forces accused of abducting second mayor

The news comes as Ukraine says Russia is trying to create "pseudo-republics" to break up the country.

Irbil attack: Missiles from Iran hit northern Iraqi city, US says

The missiles damaged buildings near the US consulate in Irbil, but no casualties have been reported.

Will Russia's attack on Ukraine help thaw US-Venezuela relations?

The ban on Russian oil exports is causing prices to surge, and leaders are revisiting some awkward friendships.

Ukraine: 'Not all Russians support this war'

Yevgeny says it is his responsibility as a Russian to help Ukrainians.

War in Ukraine: People flee Irpin after key bridge destroyed

The BBC's Abdujalil Abdurasulov is in Irpin, where people are attempting to navigate a makeshift river crossing.

Saudi Arabia executes 81 men in one day

The range of charges on which the men were convicted included terrorism and holding "deviant beliefs".

Ukraine war: Evacuations 'extremely difficult' amid shelling

New attempts are under way to get civilians out of bombed Ukrainian cities as Russia's attack intensifies.

Ukraine war: Pictures of war intensifying in third week

Images from Russia's invasion of Ukraine show a conflict turning deadlier nearly three weeks on.

Watch: Otters in Singapore cross road with police escort

Why did the otters cross the road? They were outside Singapore's presidential palace, so that may be a clue.

Mystery drone from Ukraine war crashes in Croatia

Experts believe a drone that crashed in Zagreb was a Soviet-era type used by the Ukrainian military.

Ukraine war: Zelensky says Ukraine 'on the way to victory'

Ukraine's president says "it's not possible to say how many more days it will take", but his country will defeat Russia.

Ukraine war: Putin seeks foreign volunteers to fight in Ukraine

"We need to give them what they want and help them get to the conflict zone," the Russian leader said.

Abuse apology: ‘It was a nightmare in that place’

Jimmy Stewart is one of hundreds of survivors of abuse at children's institutions in Northern Ireland.

Yemen: Two women freed in US-Saudi special op

They had been captive since going to visit relatives in the capital, Sanaa, a Saudi official said.

War in Ukraine: Destruction in wake of first strikes on Dnipro

A shoe factory and a nursery are among the buildings said to have been hit.

Ukraine war: Huge fireball lights up night sky over Lutsk

According to eyewitness accounts from the area, a nearby airfield was hit by strikes.

Chile couples' joy as first same-sex marriages held

Under the new law, both partners will also be able to get legal recognition as parents.

The man accused of being a death-faking US fugitive

The bizarre case of a man arrested in a Glasgow hospital accused by the US of being a fugitive.

Russia-Ukraine war: Family drags grandmother to safety from Bucha

When his neighbour's house was hit by a tank, Dmytro decided to get out of the town of Bucha fast.

War in Ukraine: 'We can't thank people enough for their donations'

Two lorry drivers have made an epic 1,300-mile trip across Europe to deliver aid.

Ukraine war: Indian students on the trauma of escaping

The BBC follows some of the thousands of students who've been evacuated from the war.

WATCH: Disposal experts defuse unexploded bomb in Ukraine

An unexploded 500kg (1102lb) bomb was discovered in Chernihiv in northern Ukraine.

'They could be in mass graves': Desperate attempt to reach Mariupol trapped

People know relatives under siege are living under fire and drinking snow, but have lost contact now.

A Russian woman considers leaving her country behind

As Western companies leave Russia, Moscow residents consider what will happen to their jobs and the economy.

Venezuela releases two jailed US citizens after talks

The two were released just days after a high-level US delegation met President Nicolás Maduro.

Guatemala Congress bans same-sex marriage

The law also increases the length of prison sentences for women who seek an abortion.

Ukraine: Four moments of human connection amid the war

Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, moments of hope and music have emerged on social media.

Ukraine war: Visas a shambles, Brits with Ukrainian family say

Britons with Ukrainian partners criticise the bureaucracy refugees trying to enter the UK are met with.

Ukraine invasion: 'I had to leave my parents in Sumy'

Civilians leave the besieged city, parts of which have been wiped out.

Ukraine: First Lady Olena Zelenska condemns Russian 'mass murder'

Olena Zelenska issues an impassioned plea to world media, focusing on the plight of Ukraine's children.

Shell sorry and pledges to stop buying Russian oil

The energy giant says it will also close all its petrol stations in Russia and stop buying oil there.

Boy of 11 flees Ukraine by himself

Hassan travelled 1,200km to Slovakia with two bags, a passport and his relatives' phone number.

War in Ukraine: ‘We went from brewing beer to making Molotov cocktails’

We decided to use our knowledge of chemistry to help the civil defence forces, a brewery owner says.

Ukraine conflict: How reliant is the world on Russia for oil and gas?

Russia says it may cut off gas supplies if countries decided to ban Russian oil.

War in Ukraine: What effect are US and Europe's weapons shipments to Ukraine having?

Russian has struggled to gain air supremacy as Ukrainian forces make use of missiles supplied by the West.

Family separated by war in Ukraine finally reunited

Rita and her children were trapped in Ukraine when Russia invaded. After spending a week in their basement, they've finally been reunited with Rita's husband and their father Andy.

Ivan Kuliak: Why has 'Z' become a Russian pro-war symbol?

In Russia, the 'Z' is fast becoming seen as a staunchly pro-war symbol - what does it mean?

Ed Sheeran denies Shape of You copyright claim at High Court trial

The pop singer is accused by two songwriters of copying parts of his 2017 hit Shape Of You.

In pictures: 'Magical bowls' among relics seized in Jerusalem

Pottery adorned with "spells", ancient ivory and hundreds of coins are found in a raid in Jerusalem.

A small Ukrainian city becomes a waypoint for thousands on the move

At the central train station in Lviv, many thousands arrive after fleeing bombed out cities further east.

Shane Warne: Australian cricket legend died from natural causes - police

Thai police say there's no sign of foul play in the cricketer's death while on holiday on Koh Samui.

Ukraine invasion: Military couple marry on the frontline

Lesya and Valeri, both civil defence volunteers, tied the knot at a checkpoint near Kyiv.

Protests across Russia see thousands detained

The detainments took place at 49 cities, from St Petersburg in the west to Vladivostok in the east.

Queretaro v Atlas: At least 22 injured as fans fight at Mexican match

At least 22 people are injured as violence breaks out among the crowd at a top-flight match in Mexico.

Ukraine: Russia has attacked schools and hospitals, says deputy PM

Meanwhile, the UN says more than 1.5m people have now fled Ukraine since Russia invaded on 24 February.

Ukraine war: Residents run from Russian shelling in Irpin, near Kyiv

People are seen falling to the ground as the town, just outside Kyiv, is attacked again.

Shell defends 'difficult' decision to buy Russian crude oil

The oil giant confirmed it made a purchase of Russian crude oil on Friday but said it had "no alternative".

Ukraine war: President Zelensky invites Elon Musk to visit

Ukraine's president was thanking the tech entrepreneur for supplying Starlink equipment to the country.

Siege of Mariupol: Fresh Russian attacks throw evacuation into chaos

Mass evacuation postponed because of continued Russian shelling.

Zara, Paypal and Samsung suspend business in Russia over Ukraine invasion

Inditex, which owns Zara and several other major brands, will close all of its 502 stores in Russia.

War in Ukraine: Russian helicopter shot down by missile

The video, shared by Ukrainian armed forces, shows the helicopter being hit by a missile.

War in Ukraine: Thousands of pro-Russia Serbs march in Belgrade

Flags and flares are paraded through the Serbian capital, as marchers show support for Moscow.

Ukraine crisis: Kharkiv residents still sheltering underground a week on

The BBC's Sarah Rainsford reports from a metro station where people have been sheltering from attacks.

Ukraine: Russians still bombing Mariupol despite ceasefire - deputy mayor

Serhiy Orlov tells the BBC that attacks are still happening despite a ceasefire being agreed.

How dangerous was the nuclear plant attack?

Russia's invasion of Ukraine poses serious safety concerns at its nuclear power plants.

War in Ukraine: Families run for cover as Russian air strikes hit Chernihiv

Residents of Chernihiv and other cities say apartments, hospitals and schools are being destroyed.

War in Ukraine: Russia restricts access to BBC in media crackdown

Restrictions are placed on several broadcasters as a law makes it an offence to spread "fake" information.

Pakistan bombing kills dozens in Shia mosque in Peshawar

A bombing inside a Shia mosque in the city of Peshawar kills at least 30 people and wounds many more.

WATCH: 3D model shows extent of Russian military convoy

Sections of the 40-mile convoy are modelled in 3D using satellite imagery, showing its scale from above.

WATCH: Russian TV staff walk off set after final broadcast

Channel TV Rain stops operating after coming under pressure over its coverage of the war in Ukraine.

Ukraine: Why so many African and Indian students were in the country

The thousands of foreign students who have fled the conflict are wondering what to do next.

Russia: Long queues of people wanting to withdraw money in Moscow

People in the Russian capital are trying to take out currency, as fears continue over financial sanctions.

Jovenel Moïse murder: Suspect handed over to Haiti

The suspect, who was part of President Moïse's security team, was arrested in the Dominican Republic.

Ukraine: Pensioner arrested at anti-war protest in Russia

Elderly activist Yelena Osipova is detained after protesting against Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Ukrainian mothers resort to giving birth in hospital basements

As Russia's invasion continues, Ukrainian hospitals are forced to move their maternity wards underground.

Ukraine conflict: Reporter takes cover as blast lights up Kyiv's sky

Watch the moment a huge explosion happens just as Charlie D'Agata from CBS News finishes his report.

Are Russia's attacks war crimes?

As Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues, does what we’re witnessing amount to war crimes?

Ukraine: What sanctions are being imposed on Russia?

Western nations have imposed severe sanctions on Russia, over its invasion of Ukraine.

Ukraine invasion: Crowd surround car believed to be Russian

Watch as a crowd in the north-eastern city of Kupiansk try to stop the vehicle from leaving.

Ukraine crisis: Walkout at UN as Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov speaks

Watch the moment diplomats in Geneva turned their backs on Sergey Lavrov as he spoke via video link.

Ukraine: Kharkiv university ablaze after Russian missile hit

Video shows firefighters tackling a blaze at the Karazin National University in Ukraine's second city.

No-fly zone: What it means and why the West won't act

Ukraine has asked Western powers to consider imposing a no-fly zone to stop Russian air assaults.

What Americans think of President Biden's Ukraine response

"This shows America is weak" - Philadelphians weigh-in on the US response to the war in Ukraine.

Ukraine: Polish communities help people fleeing war

Communities across Poland, and particularly along the border, are rallying to help people who have fled Ukraine.

How many nuclear weapons does Russia have?

A look at Russia's nuclear arsenal and basic guide to nuclear weapons and their destructive power

Syria shopping centre blaze kills 11

The entire six-storey building went up in flames, killing security guards and staff.

Newly elected Honduras government to ban open-pit mining

Honduras exports gold, silver, zinc and lead but the new government says the industry is "harmful".

Building hit by missile in Kharkiv's Freedom Square