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Elon Musk dissolves Twitter's board of directors

It means he cements his control over the company by becoming its sole director.

Ukraine war: Grain ships leave Ukraine ports despite Russian pull-out

Ukraine says 12 vessels sail from its ports but Russia warns this is too risky after leaving a key deal.

Trump Organization: Criminal tax fraud trial begins in New York

The company is accused of paying untaxed perks to its top executives for 15 years.

US Supreme Court to weigh end to race-based college admissions

The Supreme Court's decision could radically alter how universities manage admissions.

Morbi bridge collapse: Hopes fade for survivors in Gujarat tragedy

At least 141 people have died after a bridge in Gujarat state collapsed on Sunday.

South Korea Halloween crush: Who were the victims?

The stories of some of the victims who died in Saturday's tragic Halloween crush in South Korea.

Shanghai Disney: Visitors unable to leave without negative Covid test as park shuts

Rides are continuing to operate for those trapped inside The Happiest Place on Earth.

Indonesia syrup deaths: Parents demand accountability as toll rises

Distraught parents demand answers after at least 157 children died from acute kidney injury.

Switzerland sets record with world's longest passenger train

The 1.9km (1.2 mile) long train, which is composed of 100 coaches, has completed a 25km journey.

People climb up collapsed Gujarat bridge to escape river

Footage shows people clinging onto the partially submerged suspension bridge in Gujarat.

South Korea: How the Halloween tragedy unfolded

The incident occurred on Saturday night, as tens of thousands celebrated Halloween in Itaewon.

Hundreds plunge into river after India bridge collapses

The suspension bridge collapse in Gujarat kills at least 32 people as hundreds are thrown into a river.

S Korea Halloween crush: 'I was trapped on ledge, watching people die'

Survivors have been speaking of their horror at watching friends and strangers suffocate.

South Korea Halloween crush: Video shows panic as crowd surges

Halloween revellers are seen struggling in huge crowds as emergency services attend the scene.

Ukraine war: Russia halts grain deal after 'massive' Black Sea Fleet attack

The UN says it is vital not to imperil the deal, as Ukraine accuses Russia of "using a false pretext".

Dozens in cardiac arrest in Halloween crowds in South Korea

Videos show a number of people being treated on the street by emergency services, surrounded by large crowds.

Guantanamo Bay: US releases oldest detainee Saif Ullah Paracha

Saif Ullah Paracha, 75, returns to Pakistan amid a US push to release uncharged detainees.

'Massive' drone attack on Black Sea Fleet - Russia

Russia accuses Ukraine of a major drone attack on its Black Sea Fleet in the Crimean port of Sevastopol.

Australian families of IS fighters repatriated from Syrian camp

The UN says women and children living in the camps are enduring conditions amounting to torture.

James Webb telescope's ghostly 'Pillars of Creation'

The new super space observatory captures another stunning view of star birth far from Earth.

The crash dummy aimed at protecting women drivers

Researchers in Sweden are close to completing an industry-first average female crash test dummy.

Footballer describes Italy stabbing attack

Pablo Marí is to be sidelined for around two months after having surgery on wounds he sustained when he was stabbed in an Italian supermarket.

Nancy Pelosi's husband 'violently assaulted' after break-in

An assailant broke into the couple's California home on Friday morning, a statement says.

Russia ends civilian pull-out before Kherson battle

An eight-day operation ends in Kherson city as Russian officials prepare for a Ukrainian attack.

Taiwan invites Chinese vets to treat beloved panda

Tuan Tuan was gifted to Taiwan by Beijing in 2008, but relations have soured between the neighbours.

Rishi Sunak: How the US shaped Britain's new leader

Rishi Sunak points to his time in California studying and working as a defining part of his life.

Unusually warm weather for France and Spain

Bathers enjoy water temperatures of up to 21C on the French Riviera as October ends with a mild spell.

Clashes in Iran: Mourning Nika Shakarami

Widespread unrest continues across Iran as security forces reportedly opened fire on protesters.

Israel-Lebanon gas field deal staves off war threat

They sign an historic agreement on gas fields, ending a dispute which risked triggering a conflict.

Poland demolishes Soviet-era monuments

The statues were torn down in response to a law that prohibits totalitarian regimes.

China Covid: Videos emerge of rare protests in Tibet

Clips on social media show hundreds protesting in one of the most tightly-guarded places in China.

Waukesha trial: Man convicted of deadly car-ramming at Wisconsin parade

Dozens more were injured when he ploughed into the busy Christmas parade in Wisconsin last November.

Kanye West: What's next for Yeezy and trainer fans?

With big brands including Adidas cutting ties with the rapper, Newsbeat explores what happens next.

Germany plans to legalise recreational cannabis

In the EU only Malta has legalised recreational cannabis, while the Dutch tolerate limited use.

Turkey arrests doctors' chief for 'terror propaganda'

Sebnem Fincanci is held after calling for an inquiry into claims that the army used chemical weapons.

Paraguay rebel: Anger as body taken into jail for farewell

The body of a Paraguayan rebel leader was taken into prison for his jailed sister to bid farewell.

Iran protests: Mourners defy police to gather at Mahsa Amini's grave

A crowd of protesters defy riot police to mark 40 days since Mahsa Amini's death in custody.

Mercedes-Benz becomes latest Western company to pull out of Russia

The company said it did not expect the move to have a significant effect on profitability.

Texas synagogue siege: US gun supplier jailed for almost eight years

Henry "Michael" Dwight Williams sold the gun to Faisal Akram just days before a siege at a synagogue.

Adidas cuts ties with rapper Kanye West

The fashion giant said it does "not tolerate antisemitism" after the rapper's recent remarks.

Scientists discover six new species of rain frog in Ecuador

They name one of the new species "resistencia" (resistance) in honour of killed environmentalists.

Brittney Griner: Russian court rejects appeal over jail term

The US basketball star argued her nine-year jail term was disproportionate, but the sentence was upheld.

Ethiopia civil war: Warring sides begin peace talks

These are the first formal negotiations since the devastating conflict began nearly two years ago.

Hu Jintao: Fresh China congress footage deepens mystery over exit

It shows more of what happened before China's former leader was led out of a party congress session.

Fire kills 11 at Uganda school for visually impaired children

Such incidents are not uncommon in Uganda where boarding school dormitories can be overcrowded.

Chad protests: How have things got to this point?

Following nationwide protests, reporter Ishaq Khalid explains how Chad has got to this point.

Krasovsky: Russia bans 'burn Ukrainian kids' TV presenter

Russian state TV suspends a famous presenter - but its anti-Ukrainian rhetoric continues.

Erfan Rezaei: Iran protester shot dead after removing poster - source

Security forces allegedly killed Erfan Rezaei, 21, after he tore down a photo of the supreme leader.

Myanmar crisis: 50 killed in air raid on Kachin rebels, reports say

Villagers said there was no warning before the air force dropped bombs on a concert in Kachin state.

Michigan school shooting: Teenager pleads guilty to killing classmates

The gunman, 16, faces 24 charges, including four counts of first-degree murder and one count of terrorism.

Ukraine war: Russian spy chief blames West for nuclear tension

The head of Russia's foreign intelligence service falsely accuses the West of nuclear war threats.

Paraguay rebel leader Villalba killed in clash with army

Osvaldo Villalba was the main leader of the Paraguayan People's Army (EPP), a Marxist rebel group.

Arshad Sharif killing: Prominent Pakistani journalist shot dead in Kenya

Arhsad Sharif was killed by Kenyan police officers in what they say was a case of mistaken identity.

Diwali 2022: India celebrates the festival with a dazzling display of lights

Millions of Indians are illuminating their surroundings with lamps and fireworks to celebrate the festival.

Cop 27: Uganda-Tanzania oil pipeline sparks climate row

Uganda insists on exploiting its fossil-fuel riches, despite Europe's environmental concerns.

New ground as tech aims to help boost soil health

As much of the world's earth has been degraded, efforts are being made to improve matters.

Salman Rushdie has lost sight in one eye, agent Andrew Wylie says

Literary agent Andrew Wylie gives an update on the novelist's health two months after his stabbing.

Philippines: Student 'anti-cheating' exam hats go viral

College students were asked to create headwear to help resist the urge to peek at others' papers.

China congress: What do people say about China's new leadership team?

It's considered sensitive to talk about China's party leaders in public, but not impossible.

Ukraine war: The cost of occupation in Kherson

As Ukraine retakes territory, villagers tell the BBC about their precarious survival under Russian rule.

Xi Jinping's party is just getting started

China did not want another Mao, but the party did little to stop the rise of a more powerful leader.

How the first report from Belsen concentration camp shocked the world

In April 1945, the BBC’s Richard Dimbleby was the first reporter to enter the liberated Belsen concentration camp. 

Iran protests: Huge rally in Berlin in support

About 80,000 people march in Germany's capital, in the biggest rally held so far by the Iranian diaspora.

Who's building pipelines to steal Nigeria's oil?

The discovery of a 4km-long pipeline built by thieves to steal Nigeria's crude leaves many in shock.

Cost of living: Why more Australians are giving up their pets

The cost of pet food has soared in Australia due to the pandemic and the Ukraine war.

Your pictures on the theme of 'empty spaces'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.

Dietrich Mateschitz: Red Bull co-owner & energy drink giant dies aged 78

Red Bull co-owner Dietrich Mateschitz, a major global business figure as a result of his energy drinks empire, dies aged 78.

Hu Jintao: The mysterious exit of China's former leader from party congress

Why was Hu Jintao asked to leave the stage at the end of China's Communist Party congress?

Ukraine war: Russia air strikes target more power facilities

Amid military reverses in the south, Russia continues its effort to cripple Ukraine's energy grid.

Iran: Climber Elnaz Rekabi apology was forced, source says

Elnaz Rekabi had said her hijab fell off by mistake, but a source says she was threatened to say so.

Spain lifts final Covid rules for UK travellers

British holidaymakers will no longer have to provide Covid or vaccination status to get into Spain.

The downfall of Steve Bannon

Steve Bannon, a right-wing media personality-turned-Trump adviser, is back in court once again.

The flying car that could turn into a biplane

An American start-up reveals a novel design, but what is the future of flying cars?

Steve Bannon enters court, talks of 'illegitimate regime'

The former Trump adviser walked past protestors yelling 'traitor' before speaking to media.

Ukraine war: Zelensky accuses Russia of plot to blow up dam

Ukraine's leader warns of a "large-scale disaster" if Russia targets the Kakhovka hydroelectric plant.

Italy on verge of new government despite row

Far-right Giorgia Meloni could be sworn in as PM soon, despite a row with ally Silvio Berlusconi.

Chess cheating row: Hans Niemann sues accusers Magnus Carlsen and Chess.com for libel

Hans Niemann is suing grandmaster Magnus Carlsen and others after they accused him of cheating.

New York court dismisses Kevin Spacey sexual assault lawsuit

The case was brought by Anthony Rapp, who had been seeking around $40m (£36m) in damages.

Ukraine war: Iranian drone experts 'on the ground' in Crimea - US

Tehran has experts on the ground in Crimea helping with drone attacks on Ukraine, the White House says.

Liz Truss resignation: World politicians and media react to Truss departure

News of Liz Truss's resignation prompted quick reaction from political leaders and media commentators around the world.

Qatar scandal: Exclusive BBC interview on trauma of invasive medical examinations

British and Australian women speak out about their trauma following invasive medical examinations by Qatari officials in 2020.

China anger over death of girl, 14, sent to Covid quarantine

Footage of the teenager visibly ill have sparked anger online - relatives say pleas for help were ignored.

Giraffe kills toddler in South Africa game park

Giraffes are not usually aggressive except when females are protecting their calves.

Ukrainian troops under close gunfire

War in eastern Ukraine involves not only artillery strikes, but close combat, as the BBC's Jonathan Beale finds.

Sweden ditches 'feminist foreign policy'

The new foreign minister said the label had become more important than its content.

Under-pressure Putin 'doubles down' with security decree

Vladimir Putin is tightening security across Russia, with the introduction of different security levels.

Asra Panahi: Iran schoolgirl died after being beaten by security forces, teachers say

Security forces allegedly attacked Asra Panahi, 15, after she refused to sing a pro-establishment song.

I was dragged into Chinese consulate grounds - protester

Hong Kong pro-democracy protester Bob Chan gives his account of violent scenes at China's consulate in Manchester.

Silvio Berlusconi boasts of closeness to Vladimir Putin

A leaked audio recording of the former PM threatens to cause another headache for Italy's Giorgia Meloni.

Anna May Wong: Actress becomes first Asian American on US currency

She will appear as part of an effort to feature notable women on American quarters.

Liz Truss: What the world is saying about UK turmoil

BBC reporters around the globe explain how the political and economic upheaval is being viewed.

US midterms: Record turnout as early voting starts in Georgia

The state is home to some of the country's most closely-watched races ahead of November's midterms.

Germany fires cybersecurity chief 'over Russia ties'

Arne Schönbohm is accused of being too close to Russia through an association he helped set up.

Japan heritage worker backs car into oldest toilet at Kyoto temple

The man, whose job is to help preserve cultural heritage, mistakenly reversed into the toilet, police say.

Kanjuruhan stadium: Indonesia to demolish site of arena disaster

More than 130 people died at the Kanjuruhan stadium after police fired tear gas, causing a stampede.

Ethiopia civil war: Federal army seizes strategic city of Shire

The fighting over Shire comes as concerns rise about the civilian impact of the 23-month civil war.

Colombia drugs: Kingpin Don Mario sentenced to 35 years

Daniel Rendón Herrera led a paramilitary army and smuggled 80 tonnes of cocaine to the US.

Iran rock climber Elnaz Rekabi competes without hijab

Elnaz Rekabi defied Iranian law by not wearing a hijab when she took part in an event in South Korea.

Paris shocked by murder of Lola, 12, found in box

The schoolgirl's body was found in a container in the courtyard of her apartment building.

Russian tower block in flames as aircraft crashes

A military plane went down on or near a multi-storey building in the southern town of Yeysk.

Ulf Kristersson: Swedish parliament elects new PM backed by far right

Ulf Kristersson forms a centre-right coalition, but with a far-right party wielding significant influence.

Kanye West to buy right-wing platform Parler

Ye "will never have to fear being removed from social media again", Parler boss George Farmer posts.

Ukraine war: Multiple explosions in Kyiv as Ukraine reports kamikaze drone strikes

Several explosions were heard in the city on Monday, one week after a barrage of Russian strikes on Ukraine.

Al Jazeera staff allege harassment and bullying went unchecked

A BBC investigation has found multiple allegations of sexual harassment and bullying at the international broadcaster.

How Xi Jinping made himself unchallengeable

The speed and scale of his power grab over a decade in power took many by surprise.

Families reunite on the Mexico-US border

More than 200 people gathered at the Rio Grand River on the Mexico-US border to reunite with their family members.

Turkey mine deaths: President Erdogan criticised over 'destiny' comments

The coal mine explosion in northern Turkey on Friday night left 41 dead and 28 others injured.

UN condemns 'deeply distressing' discovery of 92 naked migrants at Greece-Turkey border

The men were found alive on the Greek-Turkish border, but exactly what happened is not clear.

Ethiopia's Tigray conflict: Civilian bloodbath warning as offensive escalates

Cities in Tigray are reportedly being carpet bombed as food and medical supplies are running out.

China Communist Party Congress: What matters to people in Beijing?

As China's Communist Party Congress kicks off in Beijing, people tell the BBC what they want from the event.

At least 11 dead after attack on Russian army recruits training to fight in Ukraine

Two attackers opened fire on recruits who had volunteered to fight in Ukraine, local media report.

Greece: Vehicles dragged into the sea as flash floods hit Crete

At least one person is killed as heavy rains hit the Greek island.

BioNTech: Could Covid vaccine technology crack cancer?

BioNTech's mRNA cancer trials started long before the pandemic, and have shown some early encouraging signals.

The Ikea-style flat-pack home for refugees

A shelter for displaced people that comes in a flat-pack and takes a few hours to assemble.

Kyiv told to save electricity after Russian missile strike

A power installation near Ukraine's capital was heavily damaged by another Russian missile strike.

Funeral for girl and father after Irish explosion

The funeral of Creeslough victims Robert Garwe and his daughter Shauna Flanagan-Garwe has taken place.

Nigeria floods: Braving the rising waters in Kogi state

More than a million people are now homeless in the worst flooding the nation has seen in a decade.

Iran protests: Fury over Iran police sex assault video

Footage appearing to show police assaulting a woman in broad daylight sparks anger on social media.

Haiti: People will die as country nears breaking point - UN

The country is paralysed by a gang violence crisis crippling its basic food and water supplies.

Beyond Meat executive exits after biting incident

Douglas Ramsey was suspended from his post last month after he was accused of biting a man's nose.

Zanzibar swimming crabs deaths being investigated

Thousands of dead swimming crabs have washed up on the beaches of the Tanzanian islands.

Nigeria's Asuu university strike: 'Wasted eight months of my life'

Lecturers agree to resume lessons but the future of Nigeria's universities remains unclear.

Study links coronavirus lockdowns to birth rate drop in Europe

January 2021 saw a 14% birth rate drop in Europe in comparison with previous years, research suggests.

Russian-installed Kherson leader in evacuation plea amid Ukraine advance

Civilians in the Russian-occupied region are urged to "save themselves" from Ukrainian rocket attacks.

Alex Jones: 'Moment of reckoning' for Infowars conspiracist

The Infowars host faces huge damages - but will it make a difference to online lies?

West Bank pressures grow amid Israeli closures

Thousands of Palestinians have movements restricted as Israel steps up operations after killings.

Malala Yousafzai visits Pakistan after deadly floods

The activist travelled to the country for the second time, since she was shot by the Taliban in 2012.

US inflation rises more than expected in September

Efforts to tame inflation in the US have pushed up the dollar and global borrowing costs.

Mexico Congress votes to keep military on streets

The vote means that the army looks set to continue carrying out public security duties until 2028.

'Rare' Roman mosaic found in Rastan, Syria

Officials say the 1,600-year-old panel depicting classical myths is the most complete of its kind.

Is religious freedom under attack in Nigeria?

Religious freedom is protected under the Nigeria's constitution but religious bodies have increasingly been under attack.

Gas taps can be still turned on to EU, says Vladimir Putin

The Russian president says the "ball is in the EU's court", but Germany quickly rejects the offer.

Lab-grown brain cells play video game Pong

Australian and UK researchers grow brain cells in a lab that have learned to play a 1970s video game.

Parkland shooting: Jury to begin deliberations on sentencing

Nikolas Cruz, 24, pleaded guilty in October last year to 17 counts of murder and attempted murder.

Irish women's team apologise over pro-IRA chants

The FAI and Republic of Ireland women's manager Vera Pauw apologise for a pro-IRA chant by the team's players after the World Cup play-off win.

French oil workers vote to continue strike

The stoppage at refineries, now in its third week, has led to long queues at petrol stations.

Adnan Syed: All chargers dropped in Serial podcast case

Syed has spent 23 years in prison for the murder of Hae Min Lee, but has long maintained his innocence.

Mahathir Mohamad: Former Malaysia PM to run for office aged 97

The veteran politician first entered parliament in 1964, and has been prime minister twice.

Man charged with kidnap deaths of California family

Jesus Salgado is accused of kidnapping and murdering a family of four, including an eight-month-old.

Switzerland discriminating against men on pension benefits, ECHR finds

The ECHR decision relating to pensions is set to cost the government millions in backdated payouts.

Storm Julia: Dozens killed and thousands evacuated

The storm travelled through Central America, causing thousands to evacuate their homes.

Ex-wife of Dubai royal pleads for help from UN in child custody battle

Lawyers ask the Human Rights Council to intervene to ensure Zeynab Javadli and her children's safety.

New Zealand proposes taxing cow burps to reduce emissions

The plan has angered some in the agricultural sector, who say it will result in many farms closing.

Ukraine war: Russian hawks celebrate deadly response to Crimea setback

Missiles launched at Ukraine were the first day at work for a newly-appointed, hard line Russian general.

Nika Shakarami: Videos show Iran teenager protesting before death

Nika Shakarami's mother confirms she is the girl seen burning her headscarf on a Tehran street.

Harvey Weinstein to go on trial in Los Angeles

The former movie producer, serving 23 years in jail in New York, faces 11 further charges of abuse.

Shock and horror after Russia's wave of strikes across Ukraine

Russia's latest attacks have left shell-shocked residents and fiery debris, says Paul Adams in Kyiv.

Iran protests: Mahsa Amini's family receiving death threats, cousin says

Iran is pressing relatives not to speak out, a cousin says, as protests sparked by her death continue.

Kanye West's Twitter and Instagram accounts locked over anti-Semitism

The rapper posted anti-Semitic messages over the weekend, leading to his accounts being suspended.

Kyiv bridge: Near miss for pedestrian in missile strike

A pedestrian on Kyiv's Klitschko bridge has a narrow escape when a Russian missile hits the walkway.

Crimea bridge: Putin accuses Ukraine of 'terrorism'

Vladimir Putin accuses Ukraine of attacking the bridge to Crimea, saying it was an "act of terrorism".

Ethiopia civil war: Is the country any closer to finding peace?

Both sides in the two-year long civil war in northern Ethiopia have agreed to attend peace talks in South Africa.

Galar Gdański: Three killed in Poland as wave capsizes tourist boat

Officials think a wave from a nearby tug boat turned over the barge in a river in Gdansk.

Protests in Iran: Two members of security forces killed

Two members of Iran's security forces are killed in protests sparked by the death of a young woman.

Centaurus Mall fire: Large blaze erupts at Islamabad shopping mall

A blaze breaks out at the Centaurus Mall in the Pakistani capital but no casualties are reported.

Names released of victims in Irish explosion

Ten people including two teenagers and a five-year-old girl is among those killed.

Crimea bridge: Russia ramps up security after blast

Moscow moves to secure the key connector and repair it as soon as possible after the explosion.

Who wields the most power in Iran?

Iran's leaders are ordering the police and Revolutionary Guard to crack down on nationwide protests.

Ethiopia civil war: My patients are doomed to die in Tigray blockade

Ethiopia's conflict has led to those in hospital needlessly dying, a doctor in Tigray tells the BBC.

Protests in Iran: Three shot dead by security forces

Security forces are cracking down on the nationwide demonstrations as they enter a fourth week

Hong Kong detains first teenagers under national security law

The national security law was introduced by Beijing in 2020 to clamp down on protesters.

Thai nursery attack: The story of the three-year-old survivor

Three-year-old Emmy was found awake, curled up next to the bodies of her classmates.

Letter from Africa: The Afro-punk band taking on 'whitewashed' history

The anti-colonial Kenyan musicians with a cult following who are challenging the status quo.

Gay Palestinian Ahmad Abu Marhia beheaded in West Bank

Police arrest a suspect after Ahmad Abu Marhia is murdered in his home city Hebron.

'Raw grief' at temple after Thailand nursery attack

The BBC's Jonathan Head witnesses distressing scenes as families arrive to collect the victims.

Nobel Peace Prize: Moment NGO told on the phone it has won award

Oleksandra Romantsova, from the Center for Civil Liberties, responds emotionally upon learning of the award.

Complutense University: Spain investigates student 'whores' chants at women

Videos have circulated for days of male students chanting obscene misogynistic abuse in Madrid.

Iran protests: Nika Shakarami's mother says her daughter was murdered

Officials are lying about how 16-year-old protester Nika Shakarami died, her mother says.

Nobel Peace Prize: Who is Ales Bialiatski?

The jailed activist has spent decades fighting Aleksander Lukashenko's authoritarian rule in Belarus.

Nobel Peace Prize 2022 winners announced

Ukrainian, Russian and Belarusian civil rights campaigners are the joint winners of this year's award.

Truss declares Macron a friend as pair forge working relationship

French president says he hopes for a "new phase" in relations after talks with UK prime minister.

US midterms: The country with youngest politicians in world

As part of a new series, we explore whether Norway has a solution for the US and its ageing leaders.

EU leaders asked to agree on capping gas prices

At a summit in Prague on Friday, 27 leaders will consider how to protect consumers from soaring bills.

Thailand: Nursery attack witness 'begged for mercy'

A survivor says the attacker shot at the door as children in the childcare centre were sleeping.

Nika Shakarami: Iran protester's family forced to lie about death - source

State TV shows Nika Shakarami's uncle condemning the protests as a voice appears to threaten him.

Annie Ernaux: French writer wins Nobel Prize in Literature

The French writer wins for "the courage with which she uncovers the collective restraints of memory".

Putin vows to 'stabilise' annexed regions as Ukraine makes gains

Ukraine continues to take back territory from Russia but Moscow says it will regain it.

Alec Baldwin shooting: Filming to resume after Halyna Hutchins death on set

Filming of Rust will continue in January, with Halyna Hutchins' husband as an executive producer.

Uganda's president sorry for son Muhoozi Kainerugaba's threat to invade Kenya

Uganda's leader embarks on a damage-control exercise after a series of bizarre tweets by his son.

World Cup: Ukraine joins Spain and Portugal's bid to host 2030 tournament

Uefa offers "unconditional support" as Ukraine joins Spain and Portugal in their bid to host the 2030 Fifa World Cup.

Iran protests: Schoolgirls heckle paramilitary speaker

A video appears to show teenagers shouting "get lost, Basiji", as protests spread to the classroom.

Three scientists win Nobel for 'click' chemistry

Chemistry Nobel goes to Carolyn Bertozzi, Morton Meldal, and Barry Sharpless.

North Korea: What missiles does it have?

North Korea has been conducting regular missile tests as part of its weapons development programme.

Qatar World Cup 2022: Paris joins boycott of fan zones over human rights

It is the latest French city to announce the move over human rights in Qatar.

Asian Winter Games to be held in Trojena, Saudi Arabia in 2029

Saudi Arabia will host the Asian Winter Games in 2029 at a mountain resort that is currently being constructed.

Four women to run post office and count penguins in Antarctica

The team will also monitor a colony of gentoo penguins on Goudier Island for five months.

WATCH: Coyote strays into California school toilets

The coyote was given the nickname "Wile E." after the Warner Brothers character.

US women's soccer 'plagued by systemic abuse'

Abuse and misconduct "had become systemic" in the United States' top-flight National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), an independent investigation finds.

Iran protests: Supreme leader blames unrest on US and Israel

In his first comments on the unrest, Ayatollah Khamenei accuses its enemies of planning "riots".

Chechen leader vows to send teenage sons to frontline

Ramzan Kadyrov claims his sons, aged 14,15 and 16, are well trained and ready to fight for Russia.

Kim Kardashian charged over crypto 'pump and dump' case

Kim Kardashian has agreed to pay $1.26m after regulators charge her in EthereumMax case.

King Charles to host South African president for first state visit

President Cyril Ramaphosa's state visit next month will be the first of King Charles' reign.

Hilaree Nelson: An inspiration for women mountaineers

Fellow climbers saddened by her death in the Himalayas recall an inspirational figure to a generation of women.

One Kenyan woman's journey for the father she has never known

BBC Africa Eye goes on a journey with a woman in Kenya, searching for the father she has never known.

Iran protests: Reports of students trapped amid clashes in Tehran

Reports say a large number of student protesters at Sharif university have been trapped on the campus.

NFL and NFLPA say changes to concussion protocol needed after Tua Tagovailoa incident

The NFL and its players' association say changes are needed to concussion protocol after reports the doctor who cleared Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has been fired.

Burkina Faso's military leader agrees to step down after coup

Lt Col Paul-Henri Damiba steps down after his successor allegedly pledges to restore civilian rule.

After chess, cheating rows rock poker and fishing

Viral videos in the US have shown a surprising card game win - and fish stuffed with weights.

Scores killed at Indonesia football match

At least 125 people have died in a stadium disaster at a football match in East Java in Indonesia.

London Marathon 2022: Amos Kipruto and Yalemzerf Yehualaw win first titles in elite races

Kenya's Amos Kipruto and Ethiopia's Yalemzerf Yehualaw win their maiden London Marathon titles with breakaway victories in the elite men's and women's races.

Liu Jingyao and Liu Qiangdong: Chinese billionaire sexual assault case settled in US

A closely-watched case where business titan Richard Liu was accused of rape was settled hours before trial.

Formula 1 budget cap row: Mercedes and Ferrari comments 'unacceptable' - Red Bull

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner says he is "absolutely confident" his team did not breach Formula 1's budget cap in 2021.

Palestinian deaths toll in West Bank hits 100 this year

The deadliest tally in years comes amid a big increase in Israeli military raids.

Lev Tahor: Jewish sect leaders arrested in Mexico jungle raid freed

The release is the latest twist in events surrounding the group after a dramatic breakout in Mexico.

Tesla boss Elon Musk presents humanoid robot Optimus

The tech billionaire claims the robot will change the future of physical work.

Tesla shows off humanoid robot prototype

CEO Elon Musk says he hopes Optimus can be mass produced once refined.

Storm Ian: Protests as Cuba capital Havana remains in darkness

Cuba's capital lost power when Hurricane Ian hit days ago, and parts still remain in the dark.

Burkina Faso coup: Ecowas condemns military takeover

An army captain has announced the removal of the country's military leader Lt Col Paul-Henri Damiba.