Abounding Opportunities

The list effectively strips about 1.9 million people in the state of their citizenship.

The churches trying to save Ethiopia's trees

The forests provide protective 'clothing' for sacred spaces but farmland is putting these ancient trees at risk.

Premier League: Why Nigeria's passion for English football continues

As England's Premier League continues to grip Nigeria, the football phone-ins are intense listening.

How migrants cross the Channel from Calais

The BBC's Gavin Lee boards a small boat to see some of the dangers face by migrants who cross the English Channel.

Hong Kong police storm metro system after protests

Footage shows officers beating people with batons and using pepper spray in train carriages.

Hong Kong police raid metro system

Riot police violently tackle suspected protesters in Hong Kong's metro system after demonstrations.

Thai palace shares unusually candid images of king’s consort

Sineenat Wongvajirapakdi is shown flying a fighter jet, wearing combat fatigues, and firing a gun.

Woman with house full of hedgehogs says 'no more'

Paula Garner is currently nursing more than 80 poorly hedgehogs back to health.

Mat Dan: 'I became an accidental celebrity 6,000 miles from home'

When Daniel Tyler went backpacking, little did he know he'd end up a star in Malaysia.

Sheryl Crow on her final album, #MeToo and being an outsider in the 1990s

The star talks about singing with her heroes on her 11th and apparently final album Threads.

What we learned from the Harvey Weinstein documentary Untouchable

Women who accused Harvey Weinstein of sexual assault shed light on their stories in a new film.

'Multiple casualties' in Texas mass shooting

At least one gunman is driving around the western city of Odessa shooting randomly, police say.

Syria war: US missile strike on 'al-Qaeda leaders' in Idlib

Some 40 people are said to have died in an attack on a jihadist camp in rebel-held Idlib province.

Formula 2: Anthoine Hubert killed in Belgium crash

Formula 2 driver Anthoine Hubert has been killed in a crash at the Belgian Grand Prix, motorsport's governing body the FIA says.

DJ Arafat: Fans of Ivorian artist 'open coffin' during funeral unrest

Chaotic scenes break out as fans interrupt the private funeral of the influential Ivorian musician.

Hong Kong: Blue-dyed water fired at protesters defying ban

Police fired blue-dyed water and fired teargas at protesters as violence once again hit the city.

Sirhan Sirhan: Robert F Kennedy's assassin stabbed in prison

Sirhan Sirhan, who murdered Robert F Kennedy in 1968, is reported to be in a stable condition.

South Africa policeman arrested over boxing champion's murder

Female boxing champion Leighandre "Baby Lee" Jegels was shot dead on Friday in Mdantsane, South Africa.

Afghanistan conflict: Taliban launch major assault on Kunduz

Government airstrikes slow down the militants but they have not retreated from their positions.

Hong Kong protests: Demonstrators defy ban on march

Police fire tear gas to disperse crowds as thousands of people take to the streets.

Tyler Skaggs: Angels pitcher overdosed on drugs and alcohol

The coroner's report rules that Tyler Skaggs died accidentally in a Texan hotel room in July.

Burning Man: Death at US festival treated as ‘suspicious’

Festival-goer Shane Billingham had “poisonous” levels of carbon monoxide in his blood, police say.

Assam NRC: What next for 1.9 million 'stateless' Indians?

The latest version of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam, strips 1.9 million of citizenship.

Iran tanker row: US blacklists vessel 'bound for Syria'

The US says the Adrian Darya 1 is being used by Iran to fund "illicit activities" in the region.

Khalid Sheikh Mohammad: Trial date set for 'architect of 9/11'

Khalid Sheikh Mohammad and four other men face the death penalty if found guilty.

DJ Arafat: Thousands pay tribute at Abidjan concert

Fans flock to honour the influential Ivorian musician, who died in a motorcycle accident this month.

Trade war: US set to hit China with new wave of tariffs

The trade war between the world's two largest economies is set to intensify with new tariffs.

Poland still counts losses from WW2 invasion

As the world marks the 80th anniversary of the start of World War Two, Poland has reparations on its mind.

YouTube restores far-right channels after appeal

The video-sharing site said it had been wrong to cut off access to the white nationalist channels.

US soprano Kathryn Lewek shames the critics who 'body-shamed' her

The star lashes out at opera critics who described her as a "fat woman in a tight corset".

Amazon fires: The tragic couple who died protecting their home

Eidi and Romildo died while protecting their home as fires swept through the Brazilian Amazon.

Freed prisoner Alice Johnson models Kim Kardashian West's lingerie

Alice Johnson, who Kardashian campaigned to free from prison, helps launch the star's new range.

Germany eases citizen rules for WW2 refugee descendants

New decrees will help descendants of refugees from the Nazis who failed to obtain German citizenship.

Crying baby found alone in Fiji near five dead family members

Two people are questioned by police after five bodies are found in Fiji’s Nausori Highlands.

Australian skydivers died in mid-air collision, coroner finds

A coroner has called for skydivers to be banned from checking their own equipment after the incident.

Netflix to produce series inspired by Hillary Clinton's presidential run

The series is based on Chasing Hillary, journalist Amy Chzozick's memoir of the 2016 election.

DR Congo Ebola deaths top 2,000

The current outbreak in the east has been called one of the world's "most complex humanitarian crises".

The Vagina Bible adverts blocked by social media

Social media ads for a doctor's book were denied for 'promoting adult sexual products'.

'Beaten and tortured' by the Indian army

Some villagers in Indian-administered Kashmir allege they were beaten by the Indian army.

What about the animals caught in the Amazon rainforest fires?

Millions of different species live in the rainforest and will be severely affected by the blazes.

Great Barrier Reef outlook very poor, Australia says

A report downgrades the reef's long-term health from poor to very poor due to climate change.

Climate change: Big lifestyle changes 'needed to cut emissions'

Reaching Net Zero emissions will be a huge challenge, says UK's outgoing chief environment scientist.

Russia swaps prisoners with Ukraine including filmmaker, says prosecutor

Oleg Sentsov was convicted in 2015 for plotting and carrying out attacks in a controversial case.

Tamil family's deportation from Australia halted mid-air

A plane carrying the family of four is forced to land as activists secure a last-minute injunction.

Mexico missing: The city where 'you can feel the fear'

With gangs using private homes to dispose of bodies, the search for the missing is getting harder.

Moscow protests: Students challenging arrest in Putin's Russia

Hundreds have been arrested, now student are filling courtrooms for crash courses in Russia's legal system.

Has President Trump's trade war cost China three million jobs?

He said that China has lost at least three million jobs - is this true?

'I would not have kept the baby': Fighting depression in pregnancy

Where millions live without access to a psychiatrist, one innovative scheme is trying to plug the gap.

Google finds 'indiscriminate iPhone attack lasting years'

Criminals used previously unknown vulnerabilities to implant monitoring software, research shows.

Joshua Wong arrested: Hong Kong pro-democracy activist

Mr Wong's political party says the leading activist was "forcefully pushed into a minivan" by police.

Man gored to death by bull at Spanish festival

The man had attended the festival in Cuellar as a spectator but was attacked by the bull.

How do blind people enjoy the Mona Lisa?

Museums don't allow people to touch the Mona Lisa or any Van Gogh paintings. With tactile art now you can.

Colombia Farc rebels: President vows to hunt down new group

Iván Duque responds after former rebel commanders call on followers to take up arms once more.

Lawsuit alleges woman had to give birth alone in Denver jail

The woman says she suffered "terror, pain and humiliation" as jail staff ignored her pleas for help.

US hospital 'forced' Catholic nurse to assist with abortion

The Trump administration says the Catholic nurse objected on religious grounds but was ignored.

Ilhan Omar reveals racist threat to shoot her at state fair

Ilhan Omar speaks out as an Alabama Republican says she should "go back to Somalia".

Trump statue erected in Melania's home country Slovenia

The wooden Donald Trump monument follows a statue of his wife that drew comparisons to a Smurfette.

Hurricane Dorian: 'Extremely dangerous' storm bears down on Florida

Hurricane Dorian is currently a category one storm, but is expected to strengthen significantly.

FBI's James Comey broke rules with Trump memo, says watchdog

An internal watchdog says the former FBI director failed to safeguard sensitive information.

Anti-groping stamp lets victims mark assailants

The Japanese device is paired with a special lamp that lets its otherwise invisible ink be seen.

Measles: Four European nations lose eradication status

The World Health Organization blames misinformation for the global resurgence of the disease.

Reham Saeed: TV host suspended over obesity comments

The TV host said that overweight women are "a burden on their families and the state".

Arctic team maps five islands found by Russian student

Marina Migunova spotted the islands in photos showing a shrinking Arctic glacier.

Elon Musk and Jack Ma disagree about AI's threat

The two tech entrepreneurs debated the risks posed by artificial intelligence at an event in Shanghai.

Former Brazilian president speaks exclusively to the BBC from prison

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva criticised the current president's handling of the Amazon fires.

Italy PM Conte vows more united Italy as Salvini leaves power

The agreement between a populist and centre-left party is a major setback to the right-wing League.

Colombia ex-Farc rebel Iván Márquez issues call to arms

Iván Márquez said he was returning to the armed struggle, three years after a peace deal was agreed.

Amazon fires: Brazil bans fire for land clearance for 60 days

The 60-day decree comes as a leading environmentalist warns "the worst of the fire is yet to come".

Mystery of Napoleon's favourite general may be solved in Russian discovery

DNA results on remains found under a dance floor in Russia could end the mystery of a French general.

Canada deports Chinese activist Yang Wei over knife crimes

Supporters say Yang Wei faces "brutality" in China, but Canada declared him a dangerous offender.

Thai beach murders: Death sentence upheld by Supreme Court

The conviction and death sentence of two Burmese men are upheld by Thailand's final court of appeal.

Hong Kong park lights up in sex abuse protest

Thousands showed up to support protesters who say they were sexually assaulted by the police.

S Korea ex-leader Park and Samsung heir Lee face bribery retrials

The Supreme Court also orders a retrial for Samsung's Lee Jae-yong for bribery in the same scandal.

Hong Kong: Protesters join MeToo rally against police

Thousands gathered to demand answers after protesters accused the police of using sexual violence.

Stromboli volcano erupts

The Italian volcano has erupted causing a plume of smoke to fill the air.

Apple 'sorry' that workers listened to Siri voice recordings

Workers were paid to check how well Siri transcribed speech - but many users didn't realise this.

Thieves target bronze bells from French churches

Some of the bells pre-date the French Revolution and are considered precious.

EU leaders look on in silence as Johnson makes Parliament move

Europe's leaders are keen on a Brexit deal and are not reacting to the decision to suspend Parliament.

Greta Thunberg: Climate change activist sails into New York City

The 16-year-old campaigner arrives in the US after sailing for two weeks across the Atlantic.

Spain 'werewolf syndrome' child cases linked to wrong drug

Seventeen cases of abnormal hair growth are reported across Spain after wrong medication given.

US baseball player's wife, son and mother-in-law 'murdered by brother-in-law'

Blake Bivens' wife, baby son and mother-in-law are found dead and a relative is charged with murder.

Mexico bar attack leaves 23 dead

The bar was peppered with gunfire and Molotov cocktails were thrown inside, Mexican media report.

Amazon fires: Forest loss challenges Paris climate ambition

Fossil fuel burning is the big issue but continued forest cover loss will make climate targets harder to achieve, say scientists.

Amazon fires: Brazil governors push Bolsonaro to accept aid

The plea from the governors comes after a spat between President Bolsonaro and the French president.

French 'cybercops' dismantle pirate computer network

A team of French police destroys a virus that infected 850,000 computers, officials say.

Mass child sacrifice discovery may be largest in Peru

Researchers find 227 child victims of human sacrifice, believed to have been killed over 500 years ago.

Japan floods: Three people dead as heavy rains pound south

Authorities warn of "unprecedented" levels of rain and ask almost one million people to evacuate.

Chinese Catholic bishop ordained with Pope's approval

The first bishop is ordained under a new deal between Beijing and the Vatican.

US deports foreign student 'over friends' social media posts'

A Palestinian teen admitted to Harvard says his visa was cancelled after officials searched his phone.

Costco shoppers jostle for chicken at China's first store

The US retailer has opened its first physical store in China - and was quickly overwhelmed.

Costco forced to shut first China store early due to crowds

The firm's push into China comes as other foreign retailers have struggled to compete in the country.

Colombia drugs: Police seize 300kg of cannabis in coffin

Police seized the drugs after inspecting the vehicle and coffin at a check-point.

Gaza violence: Suicide bombers kill three officers

The bombers, who struck two checkpoints, were affiliated with the Islamic State groups, sources say.

Palestinian conflict: Diaries of childhood in Israeli military detention

Palestinians who were made to go through Israel's military court system as children speak out.

'Mushroom foraging saved me from my grief'

When Long Litt Woon lost her husband she was overcome by grief. She rediscovered happiness foraging in the woods.

Sudan crisis: Activists achieve 'big win' over generals

The junta has agreed to a civilian government after months of protests against its rule.

Has Kenya's plastic bag ban worked?

Plastic carrier bags were made illegal, so how has the government enforced the ban?

Syrian Kurdish fighters 'pulling back' from Turkey border

The YPG militia has withdrawn some fighters and weaponry from two areas, Kurdish officials say.

US abortion: Judge blocks Missouri law restricting abortion

The law would ban abortion in the state after eight weeks, except in cases of a medical emergency.

Jeffrey Epstein abuse accusers have their day in court

The US financier's alleged victims get the chance to speak out before the case is dismissed.

Zoo trade in baby elephants banned internationally

The international wildlife regulator bans the capture and export of baby African elephants.

Could farmed insects be the perfect pet-food ingredient?

Insect-based foods may be better for pets than prime steak, according to the British Veterinary Association.

Berlin Chechen shooting: Russian assassination suspected

A Chechen dissident shot by a cyclist in a Berlin park had led rebels fighting against Russia.

Tropical Storm Dorian: Puerto Rico braces for possible hurricane

Puerto Rico's governor has declared a state of emergency as Storm Dorian rips through the Caribbean.

Italy crisis: Five Star suspends coalition talks ahead of deadline

Five Star says coalition talks can only resume if the centre left backs Giuseppe Conte as leader.

Magnitsky wins Russian rights battle 10 years after his death

Whistleblower Sergei Magnitsky died in jail in 2009 after alleging fraud by Russian tax officials.

Madrid storm leads to flash flooding and road closures

Cars were washed away as torrents of water flowed through neighbourhoods in Madrid.

Amazon fires: What about Bolivia?

The world has been gripped by the burning of the Brazilian Amazon - but it's aflame in Bolivia, too.

Iran's Rouhani rules out Trump meeting until US lifts sanctions

Iran's president says he is ready for talks, but that his US counterpart must make the first move.

Viola Davis to play Michelle Obama in Showtime's First Ladies

The Oscar-winning actress will star in a new series called First Ladies for Showtime.

MTV VMAs: The six biggest moments - Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus and more

All you need to know from the music video awards, including Taylor, Missy, Miley and John Travolta.

Bangladesh: Court removes 'virgin' word from marriage form

The category on marriage registration forms will be replaced with a word meaning "unmarried".

Viewpoint: How serious is India's economic slowdown?

India is facing a sharp economic downturn and loss of business confidence, writes Praveen Chakravarty.

Amazon fires: Brazil to reject G7 offer of $22m aid

No reason is given for turning down the aid, but Brazil's president accused the G7 of colonialism.

Yang Hengjun: Australian writer faces spying charges in China

Australia says it has serious concerns for Yang Hengjun who has been detained in Beijing since January.

A bewildering upbringing: Why Margo Perin was made to have a nose job at 13

Margo Perin was 13 when her father asked if she wanted a nose job. It soon became clear she had no choice.

The robo racing cars accelerating driverless tech

What's the point of racing autonomous supercars against each other?

The Kenyan school that was once a British detention camp

Camps where suspected anti-colonial fighters were brutally treated are now secondary schools.

'Dangerous' AI offers to write fake news

An AI that allows anyone to write fake news or rewrite old jokes such as "a man walked into a bar".

Dutch doctor faces trial in landmark euthanasia case

It is the first euthanasia case in the Netherlands involving a patient suffering from Alzheimer's.

The moment Bridge collapses in Turkey

Two people fall into a river as a bridge collapses after torrential rain in the Black Sea.

Johnson & Johnson hit with $572m fine

Johnson & Johnson must pay the fine for its part in America's deadly painkiller addiction crisis.

G7 summit: Trump 'would meet Iran's Rouhani if circumstances right'

The US president said he had "good feelings" that a new nuclear deal with Iran could work.

French man spent five days with head trapped in ladder

The man's shocked sister found him - he had slipped at home in eastern France during a DIY job.

Harvey Weinstein pleads not guilty to new charges

The Hollywood producer has denied sexually harassing more than 75 women.

Macron condemns Bolsonaro for ‘disrespectful’ post about his wife

Jair Bolsonaro commented on a Facebook post mocking the appearance of Emmanuel Macron’s wife.

Barcelona's popular beach evacuated over bomb

Experts say the bomb found off Sant Sebastià's beach could be from the Spanish Civil War in the 1930s.

Amazon fires: Angola and DR Congo 'have more blazes'

Data suggests that Angola and DR Congo have more fires than the Amazon, prompting social media concern.

Pacific 'pumice raft' left 'no water visible'

Two sailors recall their encounter with a vast sea of floating volcanic rocks in the Pacific Ocean.

Could serenading mosquitoes help stop the spread of malaria?

That annoying buzz we all recognise from summer evenings is actually a love song for a mosquito.

Amazon fires: Leonardo DiCaprio gives $5m for rainforest

The actor's environmental group is giving the money to support indigenous people.

Dota 2 win makes N0tail the top-awarded e-sports star

The Danish professional gamer has now won nearly $7m across his career.

Adut Akech: Magazine publishes wrong image of black model

Adut Akech says she has been deeply affected by the error in WHO Magazine.

Trump says US and China to resume trade talks

The president says talks will start "very shortly" after a weekend of escalating tension with Beijing.

Greece wildfires: Blaze forces evacuations on island of Samos

The Greek coastguard collects hundreds of people from hotels and beaches on the island of Samos.

Zimbabwean Tererai Trent 'humbled' by New York statue

Zimbabwean academic Tererai Trent will be immortalised alongside Oprah Winfrey and Nicole Kidman.

Why nuking hurricanes is a bad idea

President Donald Trump reportedly suggested bombing hurricanes before they made landfall.

Indonesia picks Borneo island as site of new capital

Jakarta, the current capital, sits on swampy land and is gradually sinking below sea level.

Joe Walsh: Second Republican challenges Trump in 2020 White House race

Conservative radio show host Joe Walsh faces an uphill battle to win over his party.

Vast 'pumice raft' found drifting through Pacific Ocean

The mass of pumice, the size of Manhattan, is believed to come from an underwater volcano near Tonga.

Asian stocks drop as US-China trade war escalates

The threat of new tariffs and hikes to existing duties by the US and China rattled investors in Asia.

Amazon fires: G7 leaders close to agreeing plan to help, says Macron

President Emmanuel Macron suggests G7 leaders are close to agreeing a plan to help the rainforest.

Trump's regrets on China trade war 'misunderstood'

The president meant he regretted not raising tariffs on Chinese goods higher, a spokeswoman says.

The Mini at 60: Fans share their pictures of the little car

As the classic vehicle reaches 60, enthusiasts share their stories and pictures.

Nigeria's fertility goddess festival

The traditional two-week religious celebration is believed to be 600 years old.

G7 summit: Iranian foreign minister attends unexpected talks

Iran's foreign minister makes a "surprise" visit to Biarritz to meet the French president.

Water scarcity: Five ways to avert a water crisis

In the coming decade, billions could face a critical shortage of water. Here's what we can do about it.

Women hit back at 'slut-shaming'

High-profile women are hitting back following criticism of their clothing choices.

Floods kill more than 60 in Sudan

Nearly 200,000 people have been affected by floods since the beginning of July.

'The Paralympics and the Olympics should be less separate'

Paralympic long-jumper Markus Rehm wants to see a closer relationship between the Olympics and Paralympics.

G7: Trump praises Johnson as 'right man' to deliver Brexit

Boris Johnson reacts as US President Trump praises the UK PM as the right man to deliver Brexit.

Hong Kong protests: Shot fired and water cannon used

Hong Kong police fired a gunshot during protests for the first time since demonstrations broke out.

Sharks and rays to be given new international protections

An estimated 100 million sharks are killed every year, many for shark fin soup.

ICYMI: Alligator vs watermelon, and butter statues

Alligator vs watermelon, statues made of butter and other stories you may have missed this week.

LA policeman who said sniper shot him 'made it up'

Deputy Angel Reinosa cut two bullet holes in his shirt and called in to say he was "taking shots".

Mallorca aircraft mid-air collision kills at least five

A helicopter and an ultralight plane collided, with one of the victims aged under 18.

LA police officer 'fabricated' claims he was shot

Angel Reinosa said he'd been hit in the shoulder by a sniper. But now authorities say he made it up.

Hong Kong police deploy water cannon at protests

It is the first time the vehicles have been used in 12 weeks of anti-government protests.

Algeria culture minister quits after concert stampede

Five young fans of popular French-based rapper Soolking were killed in a stadium in Algiers.

Rohingya crisis: Rallies mark two years of exile in Bangladesh

Two years after what the UN calls ethnic cleansing, refugees from Myanmar mark their "genocide day".

Israel says it struck Iranian 'killer drones' in Syria to prevent attacks

In a rare acknowledgement, PM Benjamin Netanyahu says Israeli forces targeted "killer drones".

Ireland's youngest parish priest, Fr Conor McGrath

Fr Conor McGrath, 32, tells BBC News NI what drew him to the priesthood and what his job involves.

Unlocking the secrets of 'orphaned' old camera film rolls

The Rescued Film Project aims to develop all the world's unprocessed camera film.

The 'gravity bikers' risking death for thrills in Colombia.

Young men from poor neighbourhoods of Medellín, Colombia, risk their lives riding specially-adapted pushbikes down perilous mountain roads.

Migrant workers 'exploited' in Japan

International brands accused of 'exploiting' workers in Japan

Amazon fires: The devastation seen from above

Swathes of the Amazon rainforest in Brazil are burning at a record rate.

Christian Coleman charged under anti-doping rules

American sprinter Christian Coleman is charged under anti-doping rules with missing three drugs tests, says the US Anti-Doping Agency.

South Africa seizes Air Tanzania plane in Johannesburg

A farmer claims the plane was impounded because Tanzania's government hasn't paid him compensation.

Brexit: Donald Tusk and Boris Johnson clash over who is 'Mr No Deal'

The European Council president and the PM will meet at the G7 summit on Sunday to discuss Brexit.

Australia end United States' 78-game basketball winning streak

United States suffer their first loss in 13 years after a shock defeat by Australia in a World Cup warm-up in Melbourne on Saturday.

Amazon fires: Fines for environmental crimes drop under Bolsonaro

The government is accused of ignoring illegal deforestation and burning in the Amazon.

Bangladesh 'to be tougher' on Rohingya refugees

Hundreds of thousands of people are in refugee camps after fleeing violence in Myanmar.

Florida car-park killing: Gunman guilty as 'stand your ground' defence fails

Michael Drejka had claimed self-defence when shooting an unarmed man in a parking dispute.

Prince Andrew defends Jeffrey Epstein relationship

The prince says "at no stage" did he "see or suspect" any criminal behaviour by his former friend.

Amazon Fires: Why the rainforest helps fight climate change

Fires in the Amazon rainforest have prompted concern around the world.

Hong Kong police fire tear gas at protesters in fresh clashes

Police charge anti-government protesters, beating some with batons, in a 12th week of demonstrations.

Nasa said to be investigating first allegation of a crime in space

The space agency is reportedly looking into an allegation against astronaut Anne McClain.

Arun Jaitley: Former India finance minister dies

Jaitley, 66, oversaw the most significant tax reform in India since independence.

North Korea launches two more 'short-range ballistic missiles' into sea

South Korea says two more missiles - the seventh round in recent weeks - were fired early on Saturday.

Boris Johnson and Donald Trump speak ahead of G7 meeting

The leaders will meet one-on-one on Sunday morning with a post-Brexit trade deal set to be discussed.

Why so many US 'mass shooting' arrests suddenly?

In the last three weeks, there have been 28 people arrested after threats of mass violence.

'This is very scary': Greenlanders on Trump wanting to buy their island

"He's not even talking to Greenland - he's talking to Denmark about buying Greenland."

The African American who moved to Ghana 'to escape US racism'

Ghana is encouraging African Americans to relocate to the country, which was at the heart of the slave trade.

Althea Gibson: The pioneering champion America forgot

Althea Gibson became the first black player to win a Grand Slam yet she received little recognition during her life. Why?

The floating farm for cows

The cows on this floating farm in the Netherlands are helping find ways of making food sustainably

Why we lie about being retired

When we retire we often pretend that we're still working according to one Harvard academic.

Paros - the Greek paradise island that wants to ditch plastic

Paros in Greece is at the centre of a drive to turn it into the world's first island free of plastic waste.

The International 2019: What does it take to become a gaming millionaire?

Gaming is a near billion-dollar industry, but what kind of pressures do young e-sports stars face?

How I stopped my teenager being recruited online

How can parents intervene when boys seem drawn into extremist internet culture - and should they?

Emine Bulut: Anger in Turkey over mother's murder

Emine Bulut, 38, was stabbed to death in a cafe in Turkey by her ex-husband in front of her child.

Search for answers over Kashmir detentions

These are the stories of a mother desperate for news of her son and a wife waiting for her husband to come home.

Kenya northern white rhinos: Vets harvest eggs from last two females

It is hoped the unprecedented procedure will prevent the extinction of the northern white rhino.

Amazon fires: France and Ireland threaten to block EU trade deal

Mr Macron says Brazil's leader lied to him as UK and German leaders voice concerns over the fires.

China escalates US trade row with new tariffs

China plans to tax planes and oil in an escalation of tensions between the two superpowers.

Molotov-Ribbentrop: Five states remember 'misery' pact victims

The Molotov-Ribbentrop pact doomed half of Europe for decades, say the Baltics, Poland and Romania.

David Koch: Billionaire Republican donor dies aged 79

The 11th richest man in the world and his brother Charles had a huge influence on the conservative movement.

US names Nigerians in massive fraud investigation

Eighty people - most described as Nigerian citizens - are accused of stealing millions of dollars.

Israeli teenage girl killed in West Bank bomb attack

The girl had been hiking with her brother and father when an explosive device was detonated.

'I will give my last drop of blood for this forest'

Members of Brazil's indigenous Mura tribe vow to defend their land, as wildfires rage in the Amazon rainforest.

Russia floating nuclear power station to set sail across Arctic

The world's first such facility faces a long voyage across the Arctic ocean to Russia's far east.

US school rebuilt with bulletproof barriers and curved corridors

Fruitport High School has been rebuilt to make things difficult for potential gunmen during an attack.

In pictures: Wildfires ignite across Indonesia

Fires in the archipelago have now been burning for more than two weeks.

Soolking: Stampede at Algeria rap concert 'kills at least five'

Fans had gathered to see rapper Soolking perform in Algiers when the stampede happened, reports say.

Hasbro to buy Peppa Pig owner Entertainment One for $4bn

The US toy maker will expand its entertainment portfolio with other preschool brands including PJ Masks.

The Amazon is on fire - how bad is it?

Thousands of fires are ravaging the Amazon rainforest in Brazil. How bad are they?

White supremacy gangs in the US: How and why people join

Why do some people join white supremacy gangs and what does it take to get it one?

The future of food: Why farming is moving indoors

Vertical farming is fast-expanding but the costs are high and the food range is limited - for now.

Hail Satan?: The Satanists battling for religious freedom

The documentary shining a new light on the Satanic Temple and its battle for religious freedom.

Would you let your child become a 'kid influencer'?

Social media influencers are getting younger and younger, but at what cost to their wellbeing?

Papua protests: Racist taunts open deep wounds

A complex and painful history lies behind violent protests erupting across Indonesia.

Han Sung-ok: Was this North Korean defector failed by the South?

The lonely death by starvation of Han Sung-ok and her son has South Korea asking "if only"...

The fake baby adoption scam

Social media connected a couple looking to adopt with a baby. Or so they thought.

Spotify sued over 'billions of Eminem streams'

Eight Mile Style is seeking £30m from the music streaming service.

Qandeel Baloch: Parents fail to free brothers accused of killing sister

A Pakistani court rejects their bid to free the accused killers of social media star Qandeel Baloch.

Cathay Pacific staff speak of climate of fear over protests

Employees tell the BBC they try not to talk politics at work in case colleagues are pro-Beijing.

Italy centre-left to seek coalition with Five Star populists

The Democratic Party leader calls for a "turning-point" government as an alternative to the right wing.

Zimbabwean comedian Gonyeti 'abducted and beaten' in Harare

Samantha Kureya, known by her stage name 'Gonyeti', has joked about the police and government.

City of Bielefeld offers €1m for proof it doesn't exist

For 25 years Germans have joked that Bielefeld does not exist - so now the city is fighting back.

Brazil environment minister heckled over Amazon fires

Ricardo Salles is booed after figures suggest a record number of fires are burning in the Amazon.

California hotel employee 'prevents mass shooting'

The staff member tipped off police after a co-worker said he planned to shoot guests and colleagues.

Qantas to run test flights on world's longest route

The airline will track the health impacts of the 19-hour journeys from Sydney to New York and London.

Vegan Australian parents who left baby girl malnourished avoid jail

The Australian baby girl was so under-developed she looked like a three-month-old at 19 months.

Russia launches life-sized robot into space

The robot, named Fedor, will perform daily tasks during its 10 days on the International Space Station.

Tokyo 2020 Olympics: US athletes warned they will face 'consequences' over protests

American athletes are warned by Team USA chiefs they will face "consequences" if they stage political protests at next year's Olympic Games.

Hong Kong protests: Fire extinguishers and soap used in stand-off

A sit-in at Yuen Long train station ended with a stand-off between police and some protesters.

Huge beehive discovered inside ceiling

Around 60,000 bees were removed from a woman's house in Brisbane, Australia.

Why India wants to break its decades-old nuclear pledge

India's re-evaluation of its "no first use" nuclear pledge has implications for peace in South Asia.

Larry Swearingen: Texas executes man for student's 1998 murder

Larry Swearingen had maintained his innocence, saying scientific evidence should have exonerated him.

Pompeo praises ‘US ally’ Denmark after Trump cancels visit

The US secretary of state speaks with Denmark's foreign minister amid a public row over Greenland.

P Chidambaram: India's former finance minister arrested

The senior opposition leader has been arrested on charges of corruption and money laundering.

Initial evidence shows microplastics pose ‘minimal health risk’

The World Health Organization says its findings are based on the "limited information" available.

Hong Kong protests: What do young people want?

Young protestors in Hong Kong have been speaking about what they want from the government.

Somaliland's poets and singers fight to be heard

Artists in the self-declared republic of Somaliland are challenging state repression and conservative Muslim clerics.

How Australia is shaking up the truffle market

Australia maybe a newcomer in growing black truffles but is now the world's fourth-largest producer.

Sudan transition: Abdalla Hamdok appointed new prime minister

It's the latest move designed to bring about civilian rule and end months of political strife.

China threatens sanctions over US-Taiwan F-16 fighter plane deal

The US government has approved the potential $8bn fighter plane sale, the largest in decades.

New Zealand speaker cradles MP’s baby during parliament debate

Labour MP Tāmati Coffey attends a debate with his baby boy after returning from paternity leave.

Booba attack: Gang targets French rapper video team

Shots were fired and three people were hurt as a video was being filmed, but Booba had already left.

Iran tanker row: Greece closes out ship after US warnings

A Greek minister says the country is "not willing to facilitate the course of this ship to Syria".

Ready to upgrade? What to do about your old phone

Unwanted devices can contain elements that the world is running out of - so how can you help?

Former Farc rebels become eco-warriors to stop deforestation in the Amazon

Ex-Farc rebels in Colombia, who spent decades fighting the government over land and power, have reinvented themselves as eco-warriors protecting the Amazon from illegal logging.

Texas school district sued for colouring in teen's hair

The teen's parents are suing a Texas school district for using a black Sharpie to colour his scalp.

Hong Kong: China confirms detention of UK consulate worker

The Hong Kong consulate worker was detained for violating the law, China's foreign ministry says.

Venezuela crisis: President Maduro in talks with US

President Nicolás Maduro says talks with the Trump administration have been going on for months.

Sony 'disappointed' as Spider-Man Disney deal ends

Sony Pictures has owned the film rights to the Marvel character since 1999.

The Matrix: Keanu Reeves to reprise role for fourth chapter

Keanu Reeves will reprise his role as Neo for the latest instalment in the popular sci-fi franchise.

G7 summit: Inside the climate activist training camp

Campaign groups in France are teaching people how to protest effectively, ahead of the G7 summit.

Trump accuses Jewish Democrat voters of 'great disloyalty'

The president is accused of using an anti-Semitic trope in criticism of Jewish Democrat voters.

Papua prison break: Hunt for 250 inmates who escaped torched prison

Papua has seen days of unrest with protestors blocking streets and torching buildings including the prison.

Trump cancels Denmark visit over Greenland sale spat

The US president abruptly cancels his visit after the Danish PM says he cannot purchase Greenland.

The mystery photos of a 1957 gay wedding

Who are the two grooms in these wedding photos? Filmmakers are trying to find out, 60 years later.

The Cold War spy technology which we all use

Radio-frequency identification, famously used to bug the US embassy in Moscow, is a cheap way to track objects and data.

The DMZ 'gardening job' that almost sparked a war

In 1976, North Koreans killed two US officers in the DMZ over a tree, sparking a huge military gardening operation.

Barcelona crime wave tarnishes boom in tourism

Violence and thefts have surged in Barcelona - and officials are struggling to find a solution.

Brexit: What are EU countries doing to prepare for no deal?

How are other countries preparing for a possible no deal?

The Victorian sex scandal that shook India

The scandal involving an Indian nobleman and his British wife convulsed the elite class in 19th Century India.

Russian couple face losing son after attending opposition protest

Dmitry and Olga Prokazov also face a criminal case after they were filmed at an unauthorised opposition protest with their baby.

Mexico judge approves recreational cocaine for two users

A panel of judges will review the ruling allowing two people to "possess, transport and use cocaine".

Julien Gauthier: Grizzly bear kills soundgathering musician

Julien Gauthier had planned to canoe down Canada's Mackenzie River to record sounds of nature.

Rwanda beer company Kroll says sorry for sexist jokes

The jokes on Kroll's beer bottles in Rwanda provoke an outcry including from the gender minister.

Italy PM Conte to quit amid coalition row

His resignation offer comes after he launched a blistering attack on coalition partner Matteo Salvini.

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe: Concerns as Iran 'restricts family contact'

New rules mean jailed mother can only sees her daughter once a month and faces a phone call ban.

The student teaching rugby to Peru's high-security prisoners

Jo Penrose, 20, has spent two summers in Peru teaching rugby to children and prisoners.

Nasa confirms ocean moon mission

Scientists working on a mission to the ocean moon of Europa can proceed with the final design and construction of the spacecraft, Nasa has said.

Canada election: Charities warned against climate change ads

Canada's elections watchdog warned that saying climate change is real could be illegal.

Gunman holds passengers hostage on a bus in Rio

Police are at the scene of a bus hijacking on a bridge outside the Brazilian city of Rio.

Why 500 million bees have died in Brazil in three months

Half a billion bees have died in three months - so what's happening with bees globally?

El Salvador woman cleared over baby's death says 'justice was done'

Evelyn Hernández, who has been acquitted of killing her baby, hopes her case will set a precedent.

Mural from 3,800 years ago unveiled by Peru archaeologists

Archaeologists examining the ancient Caral civilisation believe the sculptures depict a local famine.

Italy government crisis: Fate of coalition to be decided as PM faces removal

The country could see a new coalition government formed or fresh elections as the PM faces removal.

Croatian diplomat suspended for racist posts on 'pure Europe'

The Berlin embassy diplomat made inflammatory comments alongside idyllic images of the Adriatic.

Cameroon crisis: Ambazonia separatists get life sentences

A military court jails leaders fighting for independence for the English-speaking part of Cameroon.

Kashmir unrest: 'They shot me and I fell to the ground'

The BBC meets protesters who were allegedly injured at the hands of security forces in Kashmir.

Zimbabwe ex-Vice-President Phelekezela Mphoko 'on the run'

Phelekezela Mphoko left a police station fearing he would be detained and poisoned, his lawyer says.

Home and Away actor Ben Unwin dies aged 41

Ben Unwin played "bad boy" Jesse McGregor during two stints on the long-running Australian soap.

Khan Sheikhoun: Syria rebels pull out of key town after five years

After five years in control, rebels pull out of a strategic town in their last remaining province.

INF nuclear treaty: US tests medium-range cruise missile

The test comes weeks after the US pulled out of a key Cold War-era nuclear treaty with Russia.

Syrian migrants in Turkey face deadline to leave Istanbul

Unregistered migrants have until Tuesday to leave or face expulsion from Turkey's biggest city.

Chandrayaan-2: India spacecraft begins orbiting Moon

The $145m Chandrayaan-2 aims to become the first space mission to land on the Moon's south pole.

Hong Kong: British consulate staffer 'detained at China border'

The FCO says it is seeking further information from Chinese authorities.

Jeffrey Epstein 'signed will two days before death'

The estate of the former financier was worth $577m (£475m) when he killed himself, reports say.

Indonesia celebrates Independence Day with greasy pole contest

Indonesians take part in a greasy pole climbing contest - a tradition that dates back to Dutch colonial days.

El Salvador: Evelyn Hernández cleared over baby's death

Evelyn Hernández's murder retrial has shocked El Salvador and galvanised women's rights groups.

Gina Lopez, Philippine anti-mining advocate, dies aged 65

Former Philippine Environment Minister Gina Lopez briefly closed down many of the country's mines.

Eric Garner: NY officer in 'I can't breathe' death fired

The decision to fire Daniel Pantaleo came five years after Eric Garner's death during his arrest.

Elissa, Lebanese pop star, retires from 'mafia-like' music industry

Elissa has challenged taboos in her music and is one of the best-selling Arab singers of all time.

US police digitally removed tattoos from mugshot

Police called it "digital makeup" but his lawyer argues police unfairly manipulated his image.

'Cut the Iron Curtain': Germany's 1989 freedom picnic

Thirty years ago a "European unity" picnic became an East German exodus from communism.

The Rock marries girlfriend Lauren Hashian in Hawaii

The couple have been together since 2006 and have two children.

Texas government organisations hit by ransomware attack

Hackers target 23 organisations in what local officials say was a co-ordinated attack.

'Nightmare' hand statue looms over New Zealand city

The disturbing modern art piece has been installed on the roof of Wellington's City Gallery.

Turkey removes three top Kurdish mayors in new crackdown

Three elected officials are removed from office in raids over alleged links to Kurdish militants.

Syrian civil war: Damascus condemns Turkey convoy for Idlib

Russian and Syrian air strikes have reportedly tried to stop the convoy bound for rebel-held Idlib.

Kashmir schools re-open but students stay home

Some 200 schools in Indian-administered Kashmir opened their doors but many parents kept their children at home.

Couple face jail over Sardinian sand theft

They say they wanted the sand as a "souvenir" and did not realise they were committing an offence.

Simon Gautier: French hiker's body found in Italian ravine

Simon Gautier, 27, made a plea for help 10 days ago, saying he had broken his legs in a cliff fall.

Sudan's ex-President Omar al-Bashir arrives for trial

Omar al-Bashir is going on trial after prosecutors say a hoard of foreign currency was found at his home.

Trump plays down fears of US recession

The US president and his economic adviser Larry Kudlow both say they do not see a recession in the US.

Kathleen Blanco: Ex-Louisiana governor during Katrina dies aged 76

Kathleen Babineaux Blanco, the first woman to serve as the state's governor, dies aged 76.

'Iran is the most beautiful country'

A former business executive is now a freelance photographer travelling around the globe. First stop - Iran.

US man arrested over alleged threat to Ohio Jewish centre

James Reardon had a cache of weapons and white nationalist material at his Ohio home, police said.

'The bomb actually landed in the room I had been in'

Laila Pence fled war in Egypt to go on and become a multimillionaire US businesswoman.

Paros - the Greek paradise island that wants to ditch plastic

Paros in Greece is at the centre of a drive to turn it into the world's first island free of plastic waste.

The Nazi book of anatomy still used by surgeons

Eduard Pernkopf created an "atlas" of anatomy by dissecting the bodies of Nazi political prisoners.

The man helping to save Senegal's mangroves

Haidar el Ali has led a project to plant 152 million mangrove buds in Senegal's Casamance Delta.

The floating farm for cows

Cows are living on a floating farm in the middle of Europe's busiest port of Rotterdam, as part of an experiment to produce food more sustainably, and closer to people.

Russian sailor's 1969 message in a bottle washes up in Alaska

An Alaska man discovers the pristine 50-year-old message in a bottle while hunting for firewood.

Kabul wedding blast: Groom has 'lost hope' after deadly attack

Mirwais Elmi and his bride survived but many relatives are among the 63 killed in Saturday's attack.

Big rescue operation in Poland to find trapped cavers

Explosives might be used to free two cavers trapped since Saturday in the Tatra mountains.

Gran Canaria: Wildfires displace 4,000 on holiday island

The Canary Islands regional president said the fires are out of control.

ICYMI: Tractor football and snowy kangaroos

The stories you may have missed this week.

Artist Adam Riches: 'I turned drawing doodles into a career'

Adam Riches rediscovered a love for drawing and has turned doodling into an art career.

'We survived!' Collapsing glacier soaks kayakers

Chunks of falling glacier caused a massive wave that came straight at a pair of kayakers in Alaska.

Hong Kong: More than 100,000 protesters take part in demonstrations

Voices from Hong Kong as thousands of people hold another day of pro-democracy protests.

Three dead after fans of rival Honduran football clubs Motagua and Olimpia clash

The violence broke out ahead of the derby between the Motagua and Olimpia clubs in the Honduran capital, Tegucigalpa.

Iran tanker row: Gibraltar rejects US request to detain ship

The Grace 1 oil tanker is due to leave Gibraltar later on Sunday, Iran's ambassador to the UK says.

Zimbabwe sanctions: Sadc calls on US and EU to drop policy

Sixteen members of Southern African Development Community say the EU and US policy harms the region.

Hong Kong protests: Rival demonstrations spread across globe

Supporters of Beijing and Hong Kong have held rallies in the UK, France, US, Canada and Australia.

Will H Ogilvie: How a Borders boy became a leading bush poet

Will H Ogilvie was lauded in Australia but overlooked by many of his fellow Scots during his lifetime.

Hong Kong protests: Tens of thousands gather for major rally

Pro-democracy campaigners hold a new march in the face of warnings from the government in Beijing.

Honduras football rioting: Three killed ahead of Tegucigalpa derby

Three people are killed and several hurt in fighting between fans, after a team bus is attacked.

Argentina's economy minister resigns as peso sheds value

Nicolas Dujovne quits as the currency plummets following the president's astounding poll defeat.

Far-right group Pround Boys rallies in Portland, Oregon

Far-right protest group held march in one of the United States' most liberal cities.

Paris waiter 'shot dead over slow sandwich service'

A customer opened fire reportedly because his sandwich wasn't prepared quickly enough.

The New Yorker reviving Jewish life on a holiday island

Dani Rotstein arrived in Majorca knowing nothing of its hidden Jewish past. Now he's helping reinvigorate its Jewish community.

Can big investors save the world?

Will the big polluters clean up their acts if the people who actually own them say they must?

MTV VMAs: How Missy Elliott's broke the music video mould

The rapper is set to win the Video Vanguard Award at the MTV VMAs next month.

Anti-natalists: The people who want you to stop having babies

Who are “anti-natalists” and why do they want the gradual extinction of humanity?

Inside the village that caters for its ageing population

Pescueza in Extremadura, western Spain, is adapting to provide for the needs of its older population.

Afghanistan: Bomb rips through wedding in Kabul

Many casualties are feared in the blast at a wedding in the Afghan capital.

Italy's Salvini lets 27 teenagers off Open Arms migrant ship

The interior minister backs down reluctantly over the migrant minors amid a row within his cabinet.

Man found dead in underpass after Istanbul floods

A homeless man was found in the Unkapani district, apparently drowned, after heavy rain caused extensive damage

Portland braces for far-right rally and antifa counter-demo

There are fears of further clashes in Portland, Oregon, following recent violence there.

Mexico teen rape cases: Women protest against police violence

Women in Mexico City demand action after sexual assault allegations involving police officers.

Bangladesh fire: 15,000 homes destroyed in Dhaka slum

About 15,000 homes are destroyed in a shanty town in Dhaka - but no deaths have been reported.

How Hong Kong's police are tackling protests

Senior officials address accusations of heavy-handedness and the rumours of Chinese intervention.

Nasa picks headquarters for Moon lander

A Nasa facility in Alabama will play a key role in sending astronauts to the Moon's surface in 2024.

Kashmir's communications partially restored, says India

Phone services are slowly being reinstated, but internet and mobile phone services remain suspended.

Allyson Felix: Nike changes policy for pregnant athletes

Six-time Olympic gold medallist Allyson Felix says female athletes will "no longer be financially penalised for having a child" after Nike changed its sponsorship contracts.

Famous dugong dies after eating plastic

Pieces of plastic were found inside the stomach of the sea mammal which was stranded on a Thai beach.

El Paso shooting: Man shocked as hundreds attend wife's funeral

Antonio Basco asked members of the community to attend his wife's funeral in El Paso.

Sudan conflict: Senior commander Hemeti vows to stick with deal

Senior commander Hemeti tells the BBC the military will abide by the deal to be signed on Saturday.

The Fortnite coach who helped create teenage millionaires

Hugh Gilmour failed to qualify for the Fortnite World Cup, so has turned to coaching instead.

Grace 1: US issues warrant to seize Iranian oil supertanker

A judge in Gibraltar had ordered the release of the detained tanker a day before the warrant was issued.

Trump and Greenland: Other times the US bought territory

Donald Trump isn't the first US leader to seek expansion using taxpayer dollars. But did those deals work out?

How Hong Kong got trapped in a cycle of violence

Police and protesters are locked into a spiral of provocation - is there any way out?

Elephant protection debate to dominate conservation meeting

Some countries are seeking extra protection while others want to re-open ivory markets at key trade meeting in Geneva.

Candida auris: The new superbug on the block

The fungus was only discovered 10 years ago, but is now a problem in hospitals across the world.

Peter Fonda, star of Easy Rider, dies aged 79

The 1969 cult classic, which Fonda also co-wrote and produced, earned him an Oscar nomination.

Why Nigeria has restricted food imports

The government hopes to boost agriculture but will it lead to higher prices?

'Fake' Amazon ambassadors baited on Twitter

Amazon says its warehouse ambassadors are authentic, but critics accuse them of being "paid to lie".

Raccoon gets stuck in vending Florida machine

Things didn't quite go to plan when the hungry animal tried to pilfer a snack.

Rashida Tlaib rejects Israel's offer of 'humanitarian' visit

Rashida Tlaib said permission to see family in the West Bank was subject to "oppressive conditions".

Russia bird strike: How cool heads glided jet down to safety

Russian crew are hailed as heroes for saving everyone aboard an Airbus jet hit by a flock of gulls.

Survivor describes deadly journey in dinghy

Mohammed Adam Oga says the 14 others with him all died as they waited to be rescued.

Beautycon, SneakerCon, VidCon: The new-age conventions

From make-up to sneakers, niche meet-ups are attracting thousands of people a year.

Huawei allegations: Uganda denies spying on Bobi Wine

Chinese telecoms firm Huawei and the Ugandan government deny hacking into Bobi Wine's WhatsApp chat group.

Trump Greenland: US president 'mulls buying island from Denmark'

US media report that the president is interested in a purchase, though he may have been joking.

Hong Kong protest: What is mainland China hearing?

State media censor Hong Kong reports and blame protests on a violent minority and foreign interference.

Kenya Airports Authority auctions abandoned aeroplanes

The Kenya Airports Authority has overseen auctioned planes abandoned at Nairobi's Wilson Airport.

Australia couple injured in 'freak' goanna attack on their dog

The couple in Australia were seriously hurt when they tried to protect their dog from a huge goanna.

R Kelly misses court hearing in Chicago after 'refusing transport'

The R&B singer's lawyer says moving him is a "large undertaking" after he misses a hearing.

Cathay Pacific boss quits after protest row

Rupert Hogg steps down after "challenging weeks for the airline" over the Hong Kong demonstrations.

Huawei gets caught up in China territory controversy

Huawei, at the epicentre of the US-China trade war, is under fire over its representation of Taiwan.

In pictures: Australian Geographic's photo prize winners

A drone shot of sharks circling a beached whale takes out top prize in the nature photo competition.

Zimbabwe protests: Opposition vows to defy police ban on rally

Police say anti-government demonstrations in Harare are banned, prompting fears of a crackdown.

French 'Spiderman' scales Hong Kong skyscraper with banner urging peace

The French daredevil unravelled a banner showing China and Hong Kong shaking hands, as protests continue.

Pacific forum turns into row with Australia over climate goals

Small Pacific nations tell the region's biggest emitter it should be more focused on "saving" people.

Krosa: One dead, 49 injured as tropical storm hits Japan

An 82-year-old man in Hiroshima died after falling into the sea while trying to tie his boat.

Nascar driver Dale Earnhardt survives plane crash in US

A private jet carrying Dale Earnhardt Jr crashed and caught fire at an airport in Tennessee.

Truck driven into protesters at US immigrant detention centre

The demonstrators had been blocking the entrance to the immigrant detention centre in Rhode Island.

Twin festival in northwest France reaches 25th year

The town of Pleucadeuc in northwest France holds an annual festival for twins, now in its 25th year.

North Korea snubs peace talks with South Korea over war drills

North Korea says it has “no more words to talk” with South Korea, as it test-fires more missiles.

Russia bird strike: Collision with gulls forces plane to land in field

Dozens of people were injured when the Airbus 321 was forced to land in a field near Moscow.

'Hollywood Ripper' Michael Gargiulo found guilty of double murders

Michael Gargiulo preyed on women before carrying out knife attacks, prosecutors said.

Italy's Salvini in row with PM over Open Arms migrant ship

PM Giuseppe Conte called Mr Salvini "disloyal" and "obsessed" with keeping migrants out.

Philadelphia shooting: Mayor calls for gun control

"Our officers need help... they don't deserve to be shot at," Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney says.

Israel 'to bar two US members of congress'

Donald Trump had earlier said Israel should ban Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar from visiting

Seized Iran tanker to be released in Gibraltar

The ship carrying Iranian oil was stopped by Royal Marines in July, triggering a standoff with Iran

US bids to detain Iranian tanker in Gibraltar

Grace 1 was seized by Royal Marines on 4 July and has remained off the coast of Gibraltar since.

YouTube: LGBT video-makers sue claiming discrimination

YouTube denies it discriminates on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.

Venice court fines top architect Calatrava in bridge dispute

Renowned architect Santiago Calatrava must pay €78,000 (£72,000) for alleged Venice bridge errors.

Hong Kong protests: Brand 'witch hunt' takes over Chinese internet

Versace and Swarovski are among the firms caught up in a wave of Chinese cyber-nationalism.

Russia bird strike: 23 injured after plane hits gulls and crash-lands

Twenty-three people are hurt after the emergency landing in a cornfield near Moscow, reports say.

US police search for serial 'wedding gatecrasher' thief

The woman has allegedly stolen thousands of dollars' worth of gift cards and cash from newlyweds.

Viewpoint: Why Modi's Kashmir move is widely supported in India

Ashok Malik explains why the views of many Indians on Kashmir have hardened in recent years.

The farmers who worry about our phone batteries

Lithium is being mined in Chile to make batteries, but at what cost to the local environment?

India PM Narendra Modi vows to 'restore' Kashmir's 'past glory'

In his Independence Day speech, India's PM says ending Kashmir's autonomy would help the region grow.

Philadelphia police in stand-off with gunman who injured six officers

Police are locked in a lengthy stand-off with a gunman who injured at least six officers in a shootout.

Philadelphia shooting: Gunman in stand-off with police after injuring six

A gunman is believed to be holding two officers hostage during a stand-off in Philadelphia.

Hong Kong crisis: Trump moots ‘personal meeting’ with China’s Xi

Donald Trump says he’s confident Chinese president Xi Jinping can humanely solve Hong Kong’s crisis.

Ohio shooter’s parents apologise for ‘insensitive’ obituary

Connor Betts’ obituary made no mention of the shooting that killed nine in Dayton, Ohio.

‘Why I don't want to own the land my business is built on’

Hurricane Irma hit Barbuda in 2017. It left a trail of destruction and kick-started old tensions - especially over land.

Woodstock still sounds golden 50 years on

On the 50th anniversary of the seminal Woodstock music festival, we speak to people who were at the "Aquarian explosion".

From Queen to Springsteen: Why are there so many music films lately?

It's a new "golden era" for the genre but what's behind all these sudden on-screen sing-a-longs?

Are the markets signalling a recession is due?

Financial markets have taken fright after the appearance of a trusted signal of an upcoming recession.

Michaela Dunn: Sydney stabbing victim, 24, identified

The 24-year-old who was found dead in her apartment was described as a "beautiful, loving woman".

Brexit: No chance of US trade deal if Irish accord hit - Pelosi

Congress will block a UK trade deal if Brexit harms the Good Friday Agreement, key US Democrat says.

Shah Faesal: India detains Kashmir politician at airport

A day before his arrest, he told the BBC that PM Modi had "murdered the constitution in broad daylight".

Portugal strike: Tanker drivers defy threat of arrest

Three days into a strike, Portuguese fuel tanker drivers reject a decree to provide a minimum service.

ASAP Rocky found guilty of assault

US rapper ASAP Rocky is found guilty of assault during a Stockholm brawl and given a suspended sentence.

Greek island suffers 'terrible' wildfires

Hundreds of villagers have been evacuated as firefighters battle the flames in Evia.

Tencent sorry for Typhoon Lekima deaths blunder

China's largest video-streaming platform wrongly said a typhoon had killed around 99 million people.

Kameel Ahmady: British-Iranian academic 'arrested in Iran'

The social anthropologist's alleged detention comes amid high tensions between Iran and the UK.

Greece wildfires leave blackened forests in their wake

Hundreds of villagers are evacuated as flames ravage a dense forest on the Greek island of Evia.

Colombia murders: Anger as indigenous leaders are buried

Two members of an indigenous protective force are the latest activists to be killed in the country.

Kenya officials exhume man's body to retrieve uniform

Kenyan officials are accused of violating local laws and cultural practices by exhuming the body.

Mexico police suspend six officers over rape case investigations

The decision comes a day after protests in Mexico City over the alleged rape of two teenage girls.

Nora Quoirin: Rescuers describe how they found teenager's body in Malaysian jungle

Volunteer rescuers who found the body of Nora Quoirin have described how they discovered the missing teenager in the Malaysian jungle.

Australia drug bust: Four UK men arrested over huge MDMA haul

The four men and two Australians are linked to a UK-based organised crime syndicate, police say.

'Human-sized penguin' lived in New Zealand

The animal, dubbed "monster penguin" by Canterbury Museum, stood around 1.6m (5ft 3in) tall.

ICE office shootings in Texas blamed on ‘political rhetoric’

ICE blames the shootings on "political rhetoric" about the Trump administration’s policies.

Astronaut Luca Parmitano plays DJ set from International Space Station

Luca Parmitano played from the International Space Station to a cruise ship in the Mediterranean Sea.

Hong Kong protests: Flights resume as airport authority restricts protests

Hong Kong's airport, one of the world's busiest, has been the main site of protests for days.

Hillsong: A church with rock concerts and 2m followers

As Christian churches face declining numbers, one is bucking the trend. Is Hillsong a triumph of marketing or faith?

Russia says rocket explosion caused 16-fold radiation spike

The radiation spike, caused by a rocket blast in the Arctic, lasted for several hours, Russia says.

The Gurkhas: We felt like second-class citizens

In 2009 all retired Gurkhas were finally allowed to settle in the UK.

ASAP Rocky: A complete timeline of rapper's assault case

The judgement in ASAP Rocky's assault case is coming today, a month after his arrest.

Greta on boat journey: I might feel a bit sea sick

Climate change activist Greta Thunberg will travel to New York on a boat with very few home comforts.

Danish PM apologises for historical abuse in children's homes

Children were beaten, sexually abused and used to test pharmaceuticals at several institutions.

Israeli billionaire Beny Steinmetz to be tried over 'Guinea bribes'

Swiss prosecutors are seeking a prison term for Beny Steinmetz for alleged bribery, which he denies.

Hong Kong protest disrupts flights for a second day

Pro-democracy protesters disrupt flights out of Hong Kong for the second day running

Kangaroos filmed hopping through rare Australian snow

They were filmed bounding through the snow in New South Wales.

Brazil's indigenous women protest against Bolsonaro policies

Indigenous women in Brazil protest against the policies of far-right President Jair Bolsonaro.

Hong Kong protests: How could China intervene?

As protests in Hong Kong show no signs of stopping, many wonder if China will lose its patience.

Whitney Cummings, US comedian, tweets nipple photo to stop extortion

Whitney Cummings posted the image herself to get ahead of people using it to blackmail her.

Hong Kong protests disrupt airport for second day

Hong Kong airport again suspends check-in services because of continuing anti-government protests.

Portugal police drive fuel trucks as strike bites

Officers are drafted in amid a tanker driver strike that is causing shortages at petrol stations.

Myanmar landslide death toll rises to 59

The landslide in Mon state has complicated efforts to deal with widespread monsoon flooding.

Ex-Kyrgyz President Almazbek Atambayev charged with murder

Almazbek Atambayev is charged with organising mass unrest, murder and hostage-taking.

Nora Quoirin: Body found in Malaysia search for missing girl

Police searching for missing teenager Nora Quoirin in Malaysia say they have found a body.

Sydney stabbing: Dramatic video shows suspect's arrest

Video captured in central Sydney shows the moment bystanders intervened to apprehend stabbing suspect.

Mexicans march to vent anger at police over rape cases

Hundreds of women, angry at alleged police misconduct, chant “justice” and “they don't protect us”.

Sydney incident: Man arrested over stabbing in city centre

He was arrested after stabbing a woman and being detained by members of the public, police say.

Hong Kong leader warns protesters not to push city into 'abyss'

Carrie Lam almost broke down as she warned that the city could be pushed "down a path of no return".

Hong Kong: Carrie Lam pressed on her power to withdraw extradition bill

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam is pressed on whether she has the power to withdraw the controversial extradition bill.

Sri Lanka's Muslims 'demonised' after Easter bombings

Life for many of Sri Lanka's Muslims has become tougher since April's Easter Sunday bombings.

How these bikers are helping women stay safe

In Bangladesh specialist scooter taxis are helping women to get around the capital safely.

Ebola drugs show ‘90% survival rate’ in breakthrough trial

Scientists say the breakthrough trial suggests the disease may soon be “preventable and treatable”.

Article 370: Has India bitten off more than it can chew in Kashmir?

India's move to strip Kashmir of special status may re-invigorate the conflict in the region.

Libra: Could Facebook’s new currency be stopped in its tracks?

How Facebook’s Libra could be stopped in its tracks

Anti-natalists: The people who want you to stop having babies

Who are “anti-natalists” and why do they want the gradual extinction of humanity?

Eid al-Adha marked in Indian-administered Kashmir

People in Indian-administered Kashmir have observed the Muslim festival of Eid al-Adha during a lockdown in the area.

Argentine peso and markets plunge after shock vote

Some of the country's most traded stocks have lost one third of their value in just two hours.

Epstein jail 'a gulag' in lower Manhattan

The jail where Jeffrey Epstein died suffers from staff shortages and issues with sanitation and violence.

Rare white lion cubs unveiled by French charity

Two rare white lion cubs have been unveiled by a conservation charity in north-western France.

DJ Arafat: Top Ivory Coast singer dies in road accident

DJ Arafat, well known in French-speaking Africa, is killed after his motorbike collided with a car.

Epstein's guards 'severely overworked' at time of death

Epstein was found dead in his cell on Saturday morning after an apparent suicide attempt last month.

Trump targets legal migrants who get food aid

The rule change will make it more difficult for poorer migrants to enter or remain in the US legally.

Rocket mystery: What weapon was Russia testing in Arctic?

A rocket engine blew up in the Arctic, killing five nuclear experts and sparking a radiation scare.

Norway mosque attack: Bruised suspect Manshaus appears in court

Philip Manshaus appears in court and is also charged with the murder of his teenage stepsister.

Typhoon Lekima: Buildings collapse in China flooding devastation

Typhoon Lekima in China has killed dozens of people, with over a million evacuated from Zhejiang province.

Turkmenistan President Berdymukhamedov reappears after death rumours

Footage from a regional forum ends speculation that President Gurbanguly Berdymukhamedov is dead.

Italian politicians try to stop push for elections

Nationalist Matteo Salvini is seeking a snap vote but faces a challenge from ex-PM Matteo Renzi.

Berlin gay penguins adopt abandoned egg

Two male penguins at Berlin Zoo have been caring for an egg since July in the hope of becoming parents.

Argentine leader Mauricio Macri trounced in primary vote

The primaries are a good indicator of who may win the presidential elections later this year.

Hong Kong protests: Violence erupts in train stations

Local news outlets captured police shooting non-lethal ammunition at close range and tear gas.

South Korea to take Japan off trusted export list

The tit-for-tat move deepens the rift between the nations, inflamed by a row over wartime compensation.

Twitch CEO apologises for pornography on Ninja's channel

Streaming platform Twitch's boss apologises after pornography is hosted on Ninja's former channel.

Hong Kong airport cancels flights over protests

Hong Kong airport cancels flights as anti-government protests at the busy international hub go into fourth day

Teen Choice Awards: Taylor Swift backs equal pay for US footballers

The singer called the women's football team "heroes and icons for standing up."

In fighting deep fakes, mice may be great listeners

A Las Vegas cyber-security conference hears the latest, unusual techniques to fight "deep fake" videos.

K-pop group BTS to take 'extended' break from performing

The group became the first K-pop artists to reach number one on the US album charts this year.

Versace apologises after T-shirt draws China ire

The luxury label is the latest firm to face backlash for not adhering to China's territorial claims.

Police fire tear gas into Hong Kong railway station

Protesters clashed with police as demonstrations in the territory continued for a 10th week.

The mystery of screaming schoolgirls in Malaysia

When panic gripped a school one day, the girls affected did not know they were in the "mass hysteria capital of the world".

Hassan al-Kontar: Who is the man trapped in an airport helping now?

Hassan al-Kontar wants to help sponsor 200 Manus Island and Nauru refugees to come to Canada.

Why the doctor of Lampedusa changed jobs

Instead of treating migrants - or conducting autopsies on their bodies - Dr Pietro Bartolo is now seeking a political solution.

Zumba: How a missing tape in Cali launched a global craze

Colombian dancer Beto Perez first came up with the idea behind Zumba when he was 16.

The Kenyan dance parties where men are banned

Organisers of the night want to create a safe space for women, which means men are not invited.

Hong Kong protests: Clashes as police fire tear gas into rail station

Hong Kong is again rocked by violent unrest as it enters its 10th week of mass demonstrations.

Bear breaks into house and smashes wall to leave

Police in Colorado said the bear broke through a wall "like the Kool-Aid Man".

Jeffrey Epstein: How conspiracy theories spread after financier's death

After the financier was found dead in his jail cell, unsubstantiated theories quickly spread online.

Tanzania tanker explosion victims buried in mass funeral

Many were trying to recover fuel from an overturned tanker when it exploded and killed 71 people.

Norway mosque shooting: Mohammad Rafiq tells of tackling gunman

A 65-year-old man managed to overpower a gunman in an attack on a mosque in the Norwegian capital.

India floods: Dozens killed after heavy rainfall

Monsoon flooding in India has led to dozens of deaths and hundreds of thousands of people being evacuated.

Leather-clad Vladimir Putin visits bikers' festival in Crimea

Ukraine has been angered after the Russian leader visited a bikers' festival on the annexed peninsula.

Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth to separate

The couple got married in December 2018 but had been together for more than 10 years.

Vladimir Putin riles Ukraine with Crimea bikers' festival trip

Ukraine has been angered after the Russian leader visited a bikers' festival on the annexed peninsula.

The Hunt: Universal Pictures cancels film release

The storyline, which sees liberals hunt Trump supporters, has been criticised by the president.

Norway mosque shooting probed as terror act

A shooting at a mosque in Norway is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, police say

Canada cable car cord severed in likely act of sabotage, police say

Police say a vandal seems to have deliberately cut the cable on a mountain gondola.

Typhoon Lekima: Toll rises as typhoon moves up China coast

Twenty-eight are killed and more than five million affected as Typhoon Lekima hits China.

'Hong Kong not suitable for children'

Parents and their children have taken to the streets of Hong Kong for a pro-democracy rally.

Guatemala poll pits ex-first lady against ex-prison chief

Voters say they are concerned about levels of insecurity and the recent migrant deal struck with the US.

Jeffrey Epstein: Questions raised over disgraced financer's death

New York Mayor Bill de Blasio said the apparent suicide in prison was "way too convenient".

Perv Busters: Fight crime on the New York subway

A women-led group is working to prevent sexual assaults on New York's transport network.

Richard Gere and Matteo Salvini clash over migrant ship

The Italian deputy PM called on the film star to take the 160 migrants to Hollywood on a private jet.

Yemen conflict: Southern separatists seize control of Aden

Separatists take effective control of Aden, the seat of the internationally recognised government.

Norway shooting: Man in custody after mosque attack injures one

Police say they have arrested a "young white man" after a shooting inside a mosque left one injured.

Moscow protests: Tens of thousands attend huge rally

Opposition groups have taken part in a demonstration in Moscow to demand fair local elections.

India floods: At least 95 killed, hundreds of thousands evacuated

Hundreds of thousands of people are evacuated amid flooding in southern and western India, reports say.

Article 370: Kashmir police open fire on demonstrators

Thousands of people took to the streets in Srinagar after Friday prayers.

Jair Bolsonaro: 'Poop every other day' to protect the environment

Brazil's president was replying to a journalist's question about agriculture and deforestation.

Jeffrey Epstein 'found dead in cell'

US financier Jeffrey Epstein found dead in his cell while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges, US media report

Indian man pushes birthday present BMW into river

The Indian man was reportedly upset at getting a BMW rather than a Jaguar for his birthday.

Missouri Walmart panic caused by armed man testing gun rights

The heavily armed man wanted to test his gun rights, despite his wife warning him it was a bad idea.

Copenhagen police station hit as Danish capital sees second blast

The explosion, which damaged a police station, follows another blast earlier this week.

Tanzania fuel tanker blast: At least 57 killed

At least 57 people died after an explosion and the death toll could rise - police.

Typhoon Lekima: 13 dead and a million evacuated in China