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Under the new plan, the US will sell weapons to Nato countries who will send them to Ukraine.

MP charged for accusing Lesotho king of signing over country to South Africa

Dr Tshepo Lipholo, an opposition MP, is yet to apply for bail and remains in police custody

How Trump public broadcasting cuts could hit rural America

The Senate will decide soon on whether to claw back $1.1bn (£800m) from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

India orders airlines to check fuel switches on Boeing jets

India's aviation regulator gives airlines that operate in the country a week to comply with the order.

Argentina's Milei told to 'grow up' by VP in spat over pensions

President Milei and his vice-president trade barbs after a controversial pension hike is approved.

Clashes between Druze and Bedouin in southern Syria kill at least 30

The Syrian interior ministry sends forces to intervene in the fighting in the city of Suweida and surrounding area.

Former Nigerian leader Muhammadu Buhari dies aged 82

The former military ruler was "converted" to democracy and won the historic 2015 elections.

EU delays retaliatory trade tariffs against US

The countermeasures were set to start on Tuesday but have been pushed back to early August.

Trump defends US Attorney General Pam Bondi over Epstein files

The president hits out at critics accusing Bondi of withholding information about the sex offender.

Gisèle Pelicot given France's highest award

Pelicot was named knight of the Legion of Honour on a list announced ahead of France's Bastille Day.

Russia's agents killed after intelligence officer shot dead, says Ukraine

Kyiv says two people accused of working for Russia and shooting dead a Ukrainian intelligence officer were killed.

South Korea medical students end 17-month boycott of classes

It is not clear when the students will return, but the government has welcomed the news.

The mushroom killer was obsessed with true crime. Now true crime fans are obsessed with her

A jury found Erin Patterson guilty on all charges - but the frenzy of speculation has only intensified.

Man, 25, dies in balcony fall on holiday island

Police were called to the hotel on the east of the island in the early hours of Friday.

Trump says EU and Mexico face 30% tariff from August

The US president warned both trading partners would face additional tariffs if they retaliated.

German backpacker found after 11 nights in Australia's outback

Carolina Wilga, 26, survived by drinking from puddles and sleeping in a cave, police said.

'Was this avoidable?': Families of Air India crash victims seek answers

Grieving relatives of some of the 260 victims are looking for more answers after a preliminary report.

Two Palestinians killed in West Bank settler attack, health ministry says

The two men, including a dual US citizen, were killed when Israeli settlers attacked the town of Sinjil, according to the Palestinian health ministry.

Outrage builds over plan to force all Gazans to southern city

Critics denounce a plan by Israel's defence minister to relocate all Palestinians in Gaza to a small area in the south.

Ukraine to receive US air defence systems, says Trump

The US president said he will send weapons to Nato, which he said would pay and then give the weapons to Ukraine.

Chris Brown pleads not guilty to more assault charges

The US singer attends a hearing in London over two charges relating to an alleged nightclub attack.

Iran could recover some enriched uranium after US strikes - Israeli official

The US has insisted that Iran's nuclear facilities were completely 'obliterated' during strikes in June.

Mystery interstellar object could be oldest known comet

Scientists have been racing to discover the origins of 3I/Atlas since it was spotted last week.

Watch: Child migrants' fears trying to cross the Channel

Nearly 20,000 people arrived in the UK in the first half of 2025 by crossing the Channel in small boats

Watch: The story of Jane Birkin's £7.4m handbag

Jane Birkin's original Hermès bag sells for a record-breaking €8.6m (£7.4m; $10.1m) at an auction in Paris.

Kurdish PKK to lay down arms in big step towards ending Turkey conflict

The disarmament process will start under tight security in Iraqi Kurdistan and is expected to take all summer.

Russia's intensifying drone war is spreading fear and eroding Ukrainian morale

Ukraine is in danger of being overwhelmed by deadly strikes as Russia sends in swarms of drones.

EU chief von der Leyen survives rare confidence vote

The outcome of the vote was not a surprise - but the fact it came about at all was not a positive signal for von der Leyen.

Brazil vows to match US tariffs after Trump threatens 50% levy

Trump's threat is over what he calls the "mistreatment" of his ally, ex-President Jair Bolsonaro.

Five things Trump should know about Liberia and why they speak 'good English'

Liberia was founded by freed slaves and the country has long-standing historical ties with the US.

The US helped successfully tackle Aids - now cuts put that at risk

A woman tells the BBC about her anxieties after a US-funded clinic that gave her medication closed.

Secret Service suspended staff for failings over Trump assassination attempt

The new deputy director says his organisation was "totally accountable" for the violence at Trump's rally in 2024.

Greece suspends asylum applications for migrants from North Africa

The temporary measures come as Crete grapples with a 350% increase in arrivals compared to last year.

Search for survivors after Houthis sink second Red Sea cargo ship in a week

At least three of the 25 people on board the Eternity C were killed after it was attacked by the Iran-backed group.

China rejects German claim it targeted military plane with laser

Germany says a laser fired by a Chinese warship tried to disrupt a reconnaissance plane over the Red Sea.

Ukraine suffers heaviest attack after Trump criticises Putin

The US president reverses a suspension of weapons shipments to Kyiv and heavily criticises Russia's Putin.

US cuts visa validity for most Nigerian applicants

The United States announces sweeping changes to its non-immigrant visa policy for Nigeria.

Red Bull sack team principal Horner

Christian Horner is sacked as team principal of Formula 1 team Red Bull with immediate effect.

Days after Texas floods, at least 161 people are still missing in one county

Governor Greg Abbott said search and rescue efforts would continue in the wake of the deadly floods "until this job is finished".

Trump delays tariffs as the rest of the world plays hardball

The US president reveals his poker "tell" by showing he is open to delays to secure trade deals.

Instagram wrongly accuses some users of breaching child sex abuse rules

It was "horrible", "stressful" and "isolating" those affected tell BBC News.

Families anxious over safety of Indians kidnapped in Mali

Armed assailants abducted three Indian men from their place of work in Mali last week.

After Diddy: Why hip-hop is still struggling to have its own 'MeToo' moment

The Combs verdict in itself is unlikely to lead to wider changes in the industry, according to insiders

Are India's skies safe? Air safety watchdog responds amid rising concerns

India’s skies remain safe, with accident rates below global averages, air safety regulator chief tells the BBC.

Jota's car was probably speeding before fatal crash, Spanish police say

The Liverpool player was killed with his brother when their Lamborghini car had a suspected tyre blowout.

Russian minister's death serves as warning to political elite

President Putin sacked his transport minister. Hours later, his body was found in a park with a gunshot wound to the head.

Bee attack leaves three in critical condition and dozens injured in France

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Twenty-four people were stung when a swarm of bees attacked passersby in the town of Aurillac.

Hamas used sexual violence as part of 'genocidal strategy', Israeli experts say

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The Dinah Project, an all-women group, lays out "a legal blueprint for prosecuting these crimes", which Hamas has denied committing.

Chef's food 'decoration' at Chinese pre-school poisons children

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Two hundred kindergarten students are being treated in hospital after eating food with inedible paint.

Watch: Timelapse shows how suddenly Texas flood waters rose

Footage shows how the banks of the Llano River rose quickly over the course of an hour.

Police officer who shot Aboriginal teen was 'racist', inquest finds

Kumanjayi Walker, 19, was shot three times by Constable Zachary Rolfe in Australia in 2019.

Love Island USA's Cierra leaves show after racism row

Cierra Ortega's parents say it's been a "painful" week after posts emerged featuring a racial slur.

Mushroom murders and cancer lie: Nine weeks of evidence that gripped a courtroom

Erin Patterson's conviction ends a monthslong trial full of dramatic allegations.

Watch: CCTV and phone recording shown to court in mushroom trial

Evidence shown in the trial of Erin Patterson has been shared by authorities after she was found guilty of murder.

Methane gas kills 12 Turkish soldiers in Iraq operation

The soldiers were searching a cave to recover the body of a comrade who had been shot in May.

Cautious optimism for Gaza ceasefire breakthrough as Netanyahu visits US

Israel's prime minister is under pressure from Donald Trump and people at home to agree a new ceasefire and hostage release deal.

Hamas security officer says group has lost control over most of Gaza

The officer says Israeli strikes have devastated the group's leadership and structure, and that armed clans are filling the void.

Archaeologists unveil 3,500-year-old city in Peru

Researchers believe Peñico served as a trading hub linking ancient Pacific coast communities with those living in the Andes and Amazon.

Richard Gere joins Dalai Lama's 90th birthday celebrations

The Hollywood attended alongside thousands of Tibetan Buddhists in the Himalayan town of Dharamsala.

Uganda's 80-year-old president in bid to extend 40-year rule

Yoweri Museveni has been endorsed by the ruling party as its candidate in the 2026 election.

US deports eight men to South Sudan after legal battle

The US Supreme Court had overturned a judge's decision that the men be allowed to contest their removal.

Iconic former White Sox pitcher Jenks dies aged 44

Former Chicago White Sox pitcher Bobby Jenks dies at the age of 44 from a rare form of stomach cancer.

Key suspect arrested in shooting of Colombia senator

Police say Élder Arteaga masterminded the attempt on the life of presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe in June.

Footballers and family lay flowers at funeral of Diogo Jota and André Silva

Jota, 28, was laid to rest alongside his brother, Silva, 25, after they died in a car crash on Thursday.

Trump's 'Shylock' comment draws outcry from Jewish groups

Trump described some bankers as "Shylocks" at a rally. He said later he did not realise it was offensive.

US aid workers wounded, says Gaza Humanitarian Foundation

Militants threw grenades at an aid centre in Khan Younis, the controversial relief organisation says.

Diogo Jota and André Silva's funeral held in Portugal

The community in Gondomar grieves after the deaths of Liverpool star Diogo Jota and his brother, André Silva.

Australian PM vows 'full force of law' after arson attack at synagogue

“Antisemitism has no place in Australia,” Anthony Albanese said after the latest in a string of attacks.

Fictional K-pop bands beat BTS and Blackpink in US charts

Songs from the film KPop Demon Hunter have surpassed the success of real-life K-pop bands BTS and Blackpink.

Israel's strike on bustling Gaza cafe killed a Hamas operative - but dozens more people were killed

The attack raises more questions over whether Israel’s use of force is proportionate, as required by international law.

'I don't know who to trust anymore': Druze worry about being left behind in post-war Syria

Recent attacks on the religious minority in Damascus have fuelled growing distrust towards the state.

BBC on French beach as police slash migrant 'taxi-boat' heading to UK

Such an unusual intervention in the English Channel could be a sign that French police are changing their tactics.

BBC on French beach as police slash migrant 'taxi-boat' heading to UK

The BBC's Andrew Harding saw French gendarmes using knives to slash an inflatable small boat, packed with men, women and children.

Hamas says it is consulting other Palestinian groups on Gaza ceasefire plan

The US president says he expects to know soon whether Hamas has agreed to a proposal for a 60-day truce.

Elephant kills British and New Zealand tourists in Zambia

The two tourists were trampled to death by a female elephant that was with a calf, police say.

Austria to change two streets named after Nazi supporters

The move follows a historian's report that said that keeping the names was unconstitutional.

Dozens killed in Gaza as Israel intensifies bombardment, rescuers say

Many children and women were reportedly among those killed when a school in Gaza City and a tent in al-Mawasi were hit.

Death of Liverpool forward Jota leaves football world in shock

The football world is mourning the death of Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota, aged 28, in a car crash.

UN expert calls for companies to stop doing business with Israel

Francesca Albanese also accuses companies which equip Israel of complicity in war crimes.

Angélique Kidjo first black African to get Hollywood Walk of Fame star

Africa's "premier diva" has been honoured after more than 40 years in the industry.

'A symbol of hope & inspiration - Jota was a Portuguese hero'

Diogo Jota, who died in a car crash aged 28, has been described as a symbol of hope and inspiration by Portugal football expert Marcus Alves.

Bear kills motorcyclist in Romanian mountains

The man was dragged down a steep ravine, and despite wearing a helmet and protective clothing, his injuries were "extremely severe", officials say.

Kilmar Ábrego García alleges torture and abuse in El Salvador prison

The 29-year-old is now detained in Tennessee after being returned to the US and is awaiting trial on human smuggling charges.

Thousands of passengers hit by French air traffic control strikes

Airlines and France's transport minister has condemned the strikes as unacceptable, at the start of summer holidays.

Beachgoers look on as wildfires burn in Greece

Hundreds have been evacuated as wildfires continues to burn in Halkidiki and the island of Crete.

Trump calls for US central bank head to quit immediately

The president has repeatedly criticised Jerome Powell for not cutting rates but has sent mixed signals about removing him from the role.

'Be careful, they are watching you': Tibet is silent as Dalai Lama turns 90

The BBC speaks to Tibetans in Aba, which has long been at the heart of resistance to Chinese rule.

Diddy's secret world revealed in videos and his voice notes

Former staff expose details of "freak-offs" - drug-fuelled orgies held in luxurious international venues.

Ancient Egyptian history may be rewritten by DNA bone test

A DNA bone test on a man who lived 4,500 years ago sheds new light on the rise of Ancient Egypt.

Michelin-starred chef's lobster bisque and foie gras heading to space

A menu by French chef Anne-Sophie Pic will travel with astronaut Sophie Adenot to the ISS next year.

'Diddy' cleared of sex trafficking and racketeering, convicted on two other charges

A New York jury clears Combs of the most serious charges, but finds him guilty on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution.

Scorching European heatwave turns deadly in Spain, Italy and France

Two people are found dead by firefighters in Spain's Catalonia region, with heat-related fatalities in France and Italy.

Ugandan military helicopter crashes at Somalia airport, official says

Eight people were on board the helicopter, an aviation official says.

Trump tightens US policy on Cuba

President Trump says a statutory ban on tourism to Cuba will be enforced more strictly.

Three killed in Ukrainian drone attack on central Russia

The attack on a factory in the city of Izhevsk was more than 1,000km (620 miles) from the border.

US-Israeli backed Gaza aid group must be shut down, say 130 charities

The call from some of the world's top aid organisations and charities comes after reports of soldiers killing hundreds of of Palestinians at aid sites.

Millions of 'lovebugs' swarm hikers in South Korea

A hiker who filmed the infestation told local media the bugs at Gyeyangsan mountain were like a "thick carpet".

Is the 'big, beautiful' India-US trade deal in trouble?

With days to go before 9 July, when the tariff pause ends, hopes persist but negotiations are tough.

Losing a baby, rescuing a child and dodging air strikes in Sudan's civil war

A 19-year-old tells the BBC how she miscarried as she fled attacks in the western Darfur region.

BBC investigation reveals hidden deaths at India festival crush

The Uttar Pradesh government says 37 people were killed in the Kumbh Mela crush, but the BBC has verified at least 82 deaths.

As Squid Game ends, South Koreans return to the reality that inspired it

The show's themes of unemployment and inequality are all too relatable for Korean viewers.

Two people shot dead in Idaho while responding to brush fire

Governor Brad Little says "multiple heroic firefighters" were attacked while responding to a fire.

Boeing's 787 Dreamliner was deemed the 'safest' of planes. The whistleblowers were always less sure

Long before the Air India tragedy, the cause of which is still to be determined, people who had worked on the 787 had raised concerns about the production standards

Nearly 12 million estimated to lose health coverage under Trump budget bill

The spending plan could also add nearly $3.3tn (£2.4tn) in debt, according to non-partisan analysis.

China is cracking down on young women who write gay erotica

"Every word I once wrote has come back to haunt me," posted a writer who says she was arrested for "obscene" work.

Crowds celebrate Pride in New York City, India, Mexico and more

Crowds have gathered at Pride celebrations around the world, including the Pride Parade NYC.

'Mariupol is diseased': Residents deny Russia's stories about occupied city

Russian shattered Mariupol with a months-long siege in 2022. Now, it says it's rebuilding it.

Senate Republicans advance Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' but final vote hangs in balance

Senate leadership twisted arms for an initial vote on the spending plan, which still needs final approval.

Serbia police clash with anti-government protesters in Belgrade

President Aleksandar Vucic - populist and close to Russia - has faced months of protests and alleges a foreign coup plot.

Thousands party at Budapest Pride in clear message to Orban

A giant crowd throngs the Hungarian capital, championing LGBT rights and defying PM Viktor Orban.

A pioneering doctor remembers India leader Indira Gandhi's final moments

Sneh Bhargava, AIIMS New Delhi's only woman director, was called upon to treat Gandhi after she was shot in 1984.

I feel like I've been gaslit - like the life I had before the war was made up

The private thoughts and reflections of a young woman whose life has altered course.

'Proud to be gay': K-pop star on coming out to the world

Only a handful of K-pop artists have come out as gay, but none as publicly as Bain. Is this a turning point?

How Indian chef defied odds to win food Oscar and take Tamil cuisine global

Chef Vijay Kumar’s 2025 James Beard win marks a quiet revolution, spotlighting south Indian cuisine globally.

Did a JD Vance meme get tourist banned from the US?

US officials have denied claims that a Norwegian man was sent home because of a meme - but the case has raised international questions.

GHF boss defends Gaza aid operation after hundreds of Palestinians killed near sites

The Hamas-run health ministry says more than 500 Palestinians have been killed since the GHF took over aid distribution.

Top court ruling expands Trump's power - and he intends to use it

It handed a significant victory to Donald Trump - and future American presidents.

Supreme Court curbs judges' power to block Trump's orders in birthright citizenship case

Because of the ruling to limit injunctions, Trump's birthright citizenship order will be able to take effect, 30 days after the courts opinion was filed, the court said.

Son of Norway's crown princess suspected of rape, police say

The 28-year-old, who does not have a royal title, has denied the three rape allegations.

Mission Impossible theme composer, Lalo Schifrin, dies at 93

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The Grammy Award-winning musician is remembered for a career spanning 60 years with more than 100 scores to his name.

Armenia's PM offers to expose himself in escalating Church row

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The bitter standoff between Nikol Pashinyan and the Church has seen arrests and an alleged coup plot.

Crush kills 29 pupils taking exams after blast in Central Africa

The explosion occurred at an electrical transformer near where students were taking final exams.

Three Palestinians killed during Israeli settler attack on West Bank village

Israel's military says its forces returned fire after being shot at by Palestinians, but the Palestinian foreign ministry blames settlers for the deaths.

Trump calls for end to Netanyahu corruption trial

The US president says the case should be dropped, prompting accusations of interference.

Astronaut to become first Indian to set foot on ISS

Shubhanshu Shukla will become the first Indian on ISS when the mission docks with the orbiting laboratory.

Ecuador's most wanted drug lord captured in 'underground bunker'

The leader of Los Choneros gang, Adolfo Macías Villamar, had been on the run for 17 months.

Iran's nuclear programme is damaged but is it destroyed?

Fordo probably is probably the most spied on place on the planet - and work to understand what is happening there is set to intensify further.

Trump pushes back after leaked report suggests Iran strikes had limited impact

The US president says the strikes led to the "virtual obliteration" of Iran's nuclear capabilities while speaking at a Nato summit.

Watch: Firefighters rescue girl trapped in drain for seven hours

Rescue workers found the girl unharmed in the drain, after flooding stuck the area.

Nato set to agree big spike in defence spending at 'historic summit'

Nato leaders are meeting in The Hague to decide on ramping up defence spending to 5% of their countries' economic output.

Eurostar passengers face severe delays and cancellations after cable theft

Passengers are being told to cancel or postpone their trips, following two track deaths and the theft of copper cables.

Deal or no deal? Zimbabwe still divided over land 25 years after white farmers evicted

Some white farmers accept compensation 25 years after land reform began - others fight on.

Colombian army frees 57 soldiers held captive by locals

Fifty-seven soldiers had been seized over the weekend and held captive in the restive Cauca region.

Germany vows to pay its 'fair share' on defence as Nato prepares for summit

The German chancellor says Nato leaders will aim to ensure peace in Europe for generations to come.

German court lifts ban on far-right magazine

Judges said that while the magazine published anti-constitutional content, it did not justify a ban.

US marine jailed for seven years for sexual assault in Japan

Jamel Clayton was given seven years, with a judge describing the physical attack as "vicious".

Trump uses expletive in warning to Iran and Israel

The US president expressed his frustration at the conduct of the two nations.

What we know about the Iran-Israel ceasefire

Donald Trump accuses both sides of breaking the ceasefire and urges them to "calm down".

Children killed in 'appalling' Sudan hospital attack - WHO head

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus appeals for attacks on health facilities to "stop everywhere".

'It took a direct hit' - BBC at scene of Beersheba missile strike

At least four people were killed when an Iranian missile hit a residential building, Israeli officials say.

'Best place to have herpes': New Zealand ad wins top prize

The charity was awarded a Cannes Lions award for its campaign to destigmatise the infection.

Uffizi gallery portrait allegedly damaged by visitor taking selfie

The museum says it will impose restrictions on selfie-taking in the future.

Police officers charged with murder of Kenyan blogger

Albert Ojwang died in police custody after being detained for allegedly defaming the deputy police chief.

Rescuers search for Brazilian tourist on Indonesian volcano

Juliana Marins was hiking on the volcano on Saturday when she fell from a cliff near the crater.

Scottish wingsuit flyer dies during Swiss Alps jump

British champion Liam Byrne, 24, had said he knew from a young age he wanted to "fly like a bird".

Israel says it struck Tehran's Evin prison and Fordo access routes

Iran's judiciary says the attack damaged parts of Evin, a notorious facility which holds many political prisoners.

Strait of Hormuz: What happens if Iran shuts global oil corridor?

Iran's threat to block the world's most vital oil transit point has raised fears of major global economic consequences.

'Paralysed and constantly caught by surprise': Voices from Iran after US strikes

People inside Iran tell BBC Persian about their fear and anger after the US bombed key nuclear sites overnight.

Satellite images and decoy planes: Behind the US attacks on Iran

It took months of planning and included over 125 planes, a submarine and 14 "bunker buster" bombs. BBC Verify explains how the US mission "Operation Midnight Hammer" took place.

Watch: The US has joined the Iran-Israel war. What happens now?

The BBC's world news correspondent Joe Inwood answers three key questions after the US strikes in Iran.

Belarus opposition leader's husband urges Trump to help other prisoners

After his unexpected release, Sergei Tikhanovsky broke down describing his five years in solitary confinement

South African engineers freed after two years in Equatorial Guinea jail

Their families say they were arrested because assets belonging to Equatorial Guinea's vice-president were seized.

Ukraine still holds ground inside Russia's Kursk, commander says

Commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrsky disputed Russian claims that Ukraine had been pushed out of Kursk.

Minnesota shootings suspect was a 'prepper', FBI says

After shooting two local politicians, Vance Boelter texted his wife "prepare for war", say investigators.

Columbia activist Mahmoud Khalil says Trump administration has failed

He tells the BBC the Trump administration was trying to suppress Pro-Palestinian voices.

Belarus opposition leader's husband freed from prison

Sergei Tikhanovsky had planned to challenge Alexander Lukashenko in the 2020 election, but was detained before the vote.

Sunken Bayesian superyacht raised from seabed near Sicily

The cause of the sinking, which killed seven of the 22 people on board, is still under investigation.

At least eight dead in hot air balloon accident in Brazil

The state governor said there were 21 people on board.

Tulsi Gabbard now says Iran could produce nuclear weapon 'within weeks'

This comes after US President Donald Trump said she was "wrong" for saying Iran was not building nuclear weapons.

Niger military leaders to nationalise uranium firm

The company is majority French-owned, while the junta wants more local control of Niger's mineral wealth.

US court allows Trump to keep control of National Guard in LA

Trump deployed the troops in response to protests in the city, despite objections from city officials and California's governor.

Israeli military kills 23 Palestinians near aid site in Gaza, witnesses and medics say

The Hamas-run health ministry says more than 400 Palestinians have been killed in this way since late May.

Funeral of Zambian ex-president in doubt as national mourning cancelled

President Hichilema says Zambia cannot mourn indefinitely as a row with his predecessor's family escalates.

US basketball training for Senegal cancelled after visas rejected

Players will train in Dakar instead "in a sovereign and conducive setting", says the prime minister.

Girl dies in food poisoning outbreak in northern France

Eight children have been admitted to hospital as officials scramble to find the root of the outbreak.

Trump ends funding for LGBTQ youth option on national suicide hotline

The Trevor Project, an organisation involved in the service, called the change "incomprehensible".

Police ban Budapest Pride march, but mayor vows it will go ahead

It's the latest twist in a cat-and-mouse confrontation between the government and Hungary's LGBTQ community.

At least 12 Palestinians killed waiting for aid in Gaza, say medics

It is the latest in almost daily shootings near aid sites in Gaza, which have left hundreds dead overall.

Armenia's PM accuses head of Church of fathering child in febrile political row

The spat threatens to split society, affect elections and harm peace with neighbouring Azerbaijan.

Israeli hospital hit by Iranian missile strike

Israel called the attack "criminal", while Iran said it had targeted a site nearby and not the hospital itself.

Hurricane Erick 'extremely dangerous' as it nears Mexico

The storm is expected to make landfall on Mexico's southern Pacific coast on Thursday.

After a night of terror in Kyiv, the search for dead goes on

A cruise missile slammed into an ordinary residential block early on Tuesday, likely travelling at about 500mph.

'What should we do?' Seeking clarity in Tehran as Israeli jets fly overhead

BBC Persian's Kasra Naji says his sister is among those who want to know where the conflict with Israel is leading.

Lone survivor of Air India crash lays to rest brother who didn't make it

A visibly upset Ramesh was overcome with grief carrying his brother's coffin to the crematorium.

Trump considers joining Israel on Iran strikes as IDF targets nuclear sites

US strikes could involve using superior weaponry to hit an underground nuclear site, sources say.

Lawyer who defended drug lord 'El Chapo' elected as judge

Silvia Delgado was one of the most controversial candidates to run in Mexico's judicial election.

Kenyan 'miracle babies' pastor dies in road crash

Televangelist Gilbert Deya has died in an accident and at least 30 other people are reportedly injured.

Why the death of a blogger has put Kenya's police on trial

His widow tells the BBC his last words from a police station in Nairobi were: "I'll see you soon."

Watch: How Trump looms over G7 despite early departure

The BBC's James Landale highlights the role of the US president at the summit as the conflict in the Middle East overshadows the gathering.

Watch: Virginia police find alligator outside motel

The reptile was found just 20 minutes south of Washington DC.

'I want to get home': Thousands of Britons trapped in Israel as conflict with Iran rages

Since the conflict with Iran broke out, Israel's airspace has been closed and all flights suspended

The teen who filmed the Air India crash video the world saw

Aryan Asari just wanted to film planes flying in the sky - but he ended up capturing one of the country's biggest air crashes.

Colombian senator in 'extremely critical condition' after being shot

The presidential hopeful was badly injured in a targeted attack on 7 June.

Uganda leader signs new law allowing military trials for civilians

A previous law that activists said was used to silence opponents was struck down by the Supreme Court.

Israeli forces kill 51 Palestinians waiting for flour at Gaza aid site, witnesses and rescuers say

It is potentially the deadliest of the almost daily shootings that have been taking place recently near aid distribution sites.

No further damage seen at Iran nuclear sites, global watchdog says

The IAEA says radiation levels outside the Natanz and Isfahan facilities remain normal following Friday's Israeli strikes.

Gunmen storm Mexican village hall and shoot dead mayor

The mayor is the latest local official to be killed in an area of Mexico where organised crime holds sway.

Cape Town safety fears force parents to seek former white-only schools

A legacy of apartheid means some black students have to go the extra mile to get a decent education.

The protesters and residents pushing back on tourism in Barcelona

Hostility towards tourists in Spain grows as locals complain of being forced out of their own cities.

Watch: Moment people flee church as earthquake interrupts mass in Peru

The 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck near Lima, Peru on Sunday morning, causing panic at the city's cathedral.

Watch: Explosions and damage across Israel as Iran launches fresh air strikes

Five people have been killed and dozens injured, according to Israel's national emergency service.

'Nowhere feels safe': Iranians on life under Israeli attacks

Some of those in Iran who have spoken to the BBC use one word to describe life in there right now.

Manhunt in Minnesota lawmaker attacks widens to nearby state

Police broaden their search for the 57-year-old man to nearby South Dakota as a $50,000 reward is issued.

Wait for bodies deepens pain of families after Air India crash

Officials said on Saturday that 11 victims had been identified so far based on their DNA samples.

Footage captures exchange of attacks between Iran and Israel

Israel and Iran have continued to attack each other throughout the night

Air India plane crash death toll rises to 270

Dr Dhaval Gameti said 270 bodies have been recovered from the site of Thursday's plane crash in Ahmedabad.

Ex-Syrian commander claims missing US journalist Austin Tice was executed

Major General Bassam Al Hassan claims former Syrian President Assad ordered Austin Tice's execution.

'It's heavy on the heart': Israelis survey damage in city hit by Iranian missile

Two people were killed and several homes destroyed when a missile hit the city of Rishon LeZion early on Saturday.

Museum's plea after couple break crystal-covered chair

An Italian museum says the special chair has since been restored, but the culprits haven't been found.

'Destruction all around': BBC reports from Israeli city targeted by Iran

Israeli authorities have indicated that this could be the beginning of a prolonged campaign against Iran.

Homes of two Minnesota state lawmakers targeted in shootings

Governor Tim Walz says "targeted shootings" took place in Champlin and Brooklyn Park near Minneapolis.

'A long night of attacks, with fears of more to come'

'A long night of attacks, with fears of more to come'

Israel-Iran strikes: What are the worst-case scenarios?

The BBC's James Landale looks at what could happen if the fighting escalates and expands.

Watch: Israel strikes targets across Iran as leaders vow to fight

Israel's prime minister said Iran's nuclear capability posed a "clear and present danger", while Iran's president promised a "powerful" response.

'My kids are the reason I'm alive': Backstage with Shakira

Shakira says the situation facing immigrants in the US is "painful" as she talks to the BBC in Miami.

Hossein Salami, Iran's Revolutionary Guards chief, killed by Israel

Just last month, Salami had warned that Tehran would "open the gates of hell" if attacked by Israel or the US.

Analysis: Why has Israel chosen to attack Iran now?

The BBC's Hugo Bachega reports from Jerusalem, after Israel launched overnight strikes against sites across Iran.

Watch: Footage shows explosions and buildings ablaze in Tehran, Iran

Israel says it has carried out strikes on Iran's nuclear programme, with blasts and fires seen in Tehran.

Watch: Fountains of molten lava arc into the air as Kilauea erupts

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano, one of the world's most active, erupted for the 25th time since 23 December 2024.

Watch: Large fire breaks out at motorcycle parking lot in China

Footage shows flames and thick smoke billowing into the sky, as bystanders watch the blaze erupt in southwest China.

Starvation alert as children fill Kenya refugee ward after US aid cuts

A UN official warns that hundreds of thousands in the sprawling camp are "slowly starving".

Brian Wilson: iconic images of a Beach Boy's life

The legendary frontman and co-founder of The Beach Boys has died aged 82, his family said.

Video shows crowd of Palestinians climbing fence and rushing to aid site

BBC Verify has geolocated the video to a GHF distribution site, west of Rafah. It is said to have been filmed on Tuesday.

'I made the sign of victory for Siwar': Mother's relief as malnourished Gaza baby evacuated to Jordan

The BBC travels in an ambulance from the Gaza border to Amman with Siwar and her family

New species of dinosaur discovered that 'rewrites' T.rex family tree

The dinosaur skeletons, found hidden in a museum collection in Mongolia, is an ancestor of the mighty tyrannosaurs.

What we know about Austria school shooting

It is not yet known why a 21-year-old Austrian man committed a shooting that left 10 people dead.

LA police enforce curfew as Trump vows to 'liberate' city

Police in the city say they have made mass arrests, as a war of words between the president and California's governor ramps up.

Search resumes for schoolchildren swept away by South Africa floods

Three children were rescued on Tuesday reportedly found clinging to trees after their bus was swept away.

Elon Musk says he regrets some posts he made about Donald Trump

The billionaire says his posts went "too far".

Polish PM Donald Tusk prepares for confidence vote

Tusk called for a vote of confidence after his political camp narrowly lost the presidential election.

BBC Verify examines tunnels footage after IDF says Hamas leader body found

The IDF have released new footage that they say shows the underground tunnel network underneath the European hospital in southern Gaza. BBC Verify pieces together the evidence.

Watch: 'It's important' - LA protesters on why they're taking to the streets

Demonstrations have continued in other major US cities, including Chicago, where protesters clashed with police on Tuesday.

US-China talks end with plan for Trump and Xi to approve

The US Commerce Secretary said the deal should result in some restrictions being resolved.

Schoolchildren swept away as heavy floods and snow hit South Africa

Three children have been found alive, with search and rescue operations suspended for the night.

Newsom says Trump 'deranged' as thousands more troops sent to LA

Protests against immigration raids by the Trump administration spring up in at least nine other US cities.

At least nine dead in Austria school shooting

Police say the gunman is among the dead, but is not clear if he was a current or former student at the school.

Uber brings forward trialling driverless taxis in UK

The autonomous cars with no human safety driver at the wheel will be trialled in London next spring.

Sly Stone: A funky life - in pictures

The singer and front man of Sly and the Family Stone was known for his big style and even bigger hair.

One dead in strike on Odesa maternity ward, officials say

Almost all of the Eastern half of the country is under air raid alerts, the official raid map shows.

China's electric cars are becoming slicker and cheaper - but is there a deeper cost?

The future for EVs will inevitably involve China. But where does that leave the UK and Europe markets – and what of the questions around national security?

RFK Jr sacks entire US vaccine committee

The US health secretary, a vaccine sceptic who has been criticised by health experts, said the panel was 'plagued' with conflicts of interest.

Watch: Moment Israeli forces board Gaza aid boat

Onboard security footage from the Madleen aid vessel shows activists throwing their tech overboard and putting up their hands.

How the LA clashes unfolded... in 60 seconds

National Guard units deployed by US President Donald Trump join other security forces to keep order.

How LA erupted over rumours of immigration raid at a hardware store

Claims that day labourers were being detained spark violent protests in a city on edge over the president's immigration crackdown.

How the LA clashes unfolded... in 60 seconds

Watch: How the LA clashes unfolded in 60 seconds

Activists say Israeli troops have boarded aid ship

Climate activist Greta Thunberg is among those aboard the vessel, which is trying to reach Gaza.

The forgotten story of India's brush with presidential rule

Indira Gandhi's aides pushed for a presidential system - centralising power and sidelining courts and parliament.

'Have my house' - Usyk invites Trump to witness Ukraine war

Ukrainian heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk offers his house to US president Donald Trump to experience the war in his country.

Gaza health workers say four killed by Israeli gunfire near aid centre

It is the latest deadly incident to occur near aid distribution points set up by the controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation.

National Guard to deploy after clashes in LA

They city sees a second day of clashes over raids by federal agents on undocumented migrants.

Italian citizenship referendum polarises country

People are voting on whether to cut from 10 to five years the time required to apply for citizenship.

An ancient writing system confounding myths about Africa

How social media is pushing back against the still common idea that African societies never had a knowledge system.

Trump-Musk row fuels 'biggest crisis ever' at Nasa

The space agency has published its budget request to Congress which would see funding for science projects cut by nearly a half.

How India's 'biggest art deal' buried MF Husain masterpieces in a bank vault

The paintings are set to go up for auction for the first time on 12 June in India's financial capital, Mumbai.

Families of Ukraine's missing fear peace will not bring them home

Authorities say nearly 16,000 Ukrainian civilians are still being held in Russian prisons.

'They have perfect dark skin': The African nation home to fashion's favourite models

Why models from South Sudan, a lush but troubled nation, are sought after by the big fashion brands.

Riot police and protesters clash after LA immigration raids

It came after federal raids in the city on Friday in which agents reportedly took dozens of people into custody.

Watch: Did Trump win the re-election because of Musk?

The BBC’s Nomia Iqbal speaks to voters in Philadelphia, where the tech billionaire campaigned for the president and even gave away a few $1m cheques.

Diddy's ex-girlfriend testifies about pressure to participate in 'hotel nights'

"Jane" testified about her "love contract" with Sean "Diddy" Combs and feeling pressure to continue with the sexual encounters.

Boy fell to death after slip at Cliffs of Moher - inquest

At the coroner's court in County Clare, a French tourist describes seeing the 12-year-old boy from China fall over the edge.

Will Musk's explosive row with Trump help or harm his businesses?

Experts say his tech empire needs more of Musk's attention - but also the continued custom of the government.

US brings man mistakenly deported to El Salvador back to face charges

Salvadoran Kilmar Ábrego García, whose case became a political flashpoint, has been charged with human trafficking by US officials.

On board the driverless lorries hoping to transform China's transport industry

Driverless lorries are now operating across China - but public concern about these vehicles remains.

Israeli army admits to Gaza strike after BBC Verify investigation

At least one Palestinian was killed and 30 others injured in the Israeli strike on tents in Khan Younis on Sunday, medics say.

Australian mushroom lunch cook tells trial meal was 'special'

Erin Patterson denies intentionally putting toxic fungi into a home-cooked meal to kill her relatives.

Bouncy castle operator cleared in tragedy that killed six

A court ruled the incident was "due to an unprecedented weather system".

India leads in remittances - but Trump's tax could deal a blow

Trump's proposed 3.5% tax on remittances by foreign workers could seriously impact top recipient India.

Nato chief is determined to give Trump a win with 5% defence spending plan

Some may ask if Mark Rutte's proposal to deter Russian aggression has at least a little to do with appeasing the US president, writes Jonathan Beale.

Trump and Musk enter bitter feud - and Washington buckles up

A knock-down fight between world's the richest person and the most powerful politician is playing out in public view.

Israel launches strikes on southern Beirut

Israel's military says it was targeting an underground drone factory of armed group Hezbollah.

New Zealand PM 'shock' as staff member accused of secretly recording women

PM Christopher Luxon says he has "zero tolerance" for women being made to feel unsafe after allegations emerged.

Former Zambian President Lungu dies aged 68

He had "been receiving specialized treatment in South Africa", his party says.

Ros Atkins on... The White House claims on BBC Gaza coverage

On Tuesday White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt launched an attack on the BBC's coverage of reports that Israeli forces had killed Palestinians near an aid distribution centre in Gaza. She claimed that the BBC took down a story after reviewing footage. The BBC has said the claim is completely wrong and that it stands by its journalism. Ros Atkins from BBC Verify takes a look at the facts.

What we know about Trump's latest travel ban

President Trump has signed a proclamation banning travel to the US from nationals of 12 countries.

The country where the left (not the far right) made hardline immigration laws

Denmark has come under international attention for its tough approach. And its Social Democrat prime minister is leading the charge

'I was pushed across the border into Bangladesh at gunpoint'

The BBC met people in India's Assam who say they were accused of being illegal immigrants and forced across the border.

US vetoes UN call for unconditional Gaza ceasefire

The US ambassador to the UN said the resolution failed to call on Hamas to disarm and leave the Gaza Strip.

Are the surprise airfield attacks a turning point for Ukraine?

Ukraine is still digesting the full implications of Operation Spider's Web, writes our correspondent.

At least 10 die in crush at India cricket stadium

Supporters of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru had gathered to celebrate their team's IPL victory.

Act now to save lives in Gaza, ICRC head urges world leaders

Mirjana Spoljaric has appealed to world leaders to intervene in the conflict in Gaza.

Boulder attack renews safety concerns for US Jewish communities

A recent spate of attacks targeting Jewish people and institutions has led to calls for heightened security

South Africa's hunt for 'Tiger' - alleged illegal mining kingpin

The BBC speaks to the mother and brother of a man wanted in connection with illicit gold mining.

US steel and aluminium tariffs doubled to 50%

Trump doubles down on his tariffs, while sparing the UK from the latest duties.

Oreo maker sues Aldi over 'copycat' packaging

The discount supermarket is being sued in a US court, accused of imitating the American biscuit brand.

IDF says roads to Gaza aid centres are 'combat zones' as sites close for day

Aid distribution will be halted on Wednesday, with Gazans warned by the IDF not to travel to collection points.

The Today Debate: Israel-Gaza - are we witnessing war crimes?

The BBC’s Anna Foster hosts a debate to discuss whether there have been war crimes in Israel and Gaza.

2050 तक मौत हमेशा के लिए टल सकती है

साइंटिस्ट्स का कहना है कि अगर कोई 2050 तक ज़िंदा रहा, तो वह मौत को हमेशा के लिए टाल सकता है! यह सुनकर भले ही आपको अविश्वसनीय लगे, लेकिन यह एक गंभीर वैज्ञानिक दावे की शुरुआत है। हाल के शोधों और विकासों के अनुसार, चिकित्सा और बायोटेक्नोलॉजी के क्षेत्र में इतनी प्रगति हो सकती है कि इंसान अपनी जीवनकाल को बढ़ाने में सक्षम हो सकता है, और शायद एक दिन "अमरता" की सीमा तक पहुंच सकता है। आजकल के वैज्ञानिक शोधों में जीवनकाल बढ़ाने के लिए कई उपायों पर काम हो रहा है, जैसे एंटी-एजिंग टेक्नोलॉजी, जीन थेरेपी, स्टेम सेल रिसर्च और क्लोनिंग। साथ ही, कुछ शोधकर्ता न्यूरो साइंस और बायोमेडिकल साइंस के उपयोग से मृत्यु को टालने के तरीकों पर काम कर रहे हैं, ताकि शरीर के विभिन्न हिस्सों में होने वाली जैविक प्रक्रिया को स्थिर किया जा सके। हालांकि, अभी यह सभी विचार प्रयोगात्मक हैं और इनमें काफी समय और शोध की आवश्यकता है, लेकिन 2050 तक इस दिशा में संभावनाएं वाकई काफी बढ़ चुकी होंगी। यह दावा इस बात का भी संकेत देता है कि भविष्य में हम मानव जीवन के अंतिम पड़ाव पर पहुंचने से पहले उसे बढ़ा सकते हैं। #Immortal...

Disney makes hundreds more layoffs as it cuts costs

The media giant has been under pressure as viewers move away from cable TV to streaming platforms.

Watch: How the Boulder attack unfolded using Molotov cocktails

A suspect has been arrested and charged with a federal hate crime and attempted murder, accused of "setting people on fire".

Why monsoon rains wreak havoc annually in India's cities

Indian cities flood again as poor planning, outdated drainage and climate change expose the urban crisis.

Suspect in Colorado fire attack planned for a year, FBI says

Officials say the suspect wanted to target Zionists and researched Molotov cocktails online.

Three things to know about South Korea's snap election

South Korea is voting for a new leader after the former president was impeached for imposing martial law.

UN calls for investigation into killings near Gaza aid distribution site

Antonio Guterres says he is "appalled" by reports of Palestinians being killed and injured while seeking aid in Gaza.

Al-Qaeda linked group says it carried out huge attack on Mali's army

The army says it defended its post "vigorously" but eventually withdrew, as militants seized on their base.

Mount Etna erupts as large plumes rise from volcano

The full scale of the eruption is currently unclear and disruption appears to be minimal.

Watch: Mount Etna in Sicily spews huge plumes of ash

Footage shows clouds of dark coloured smoke and ash billowing from the volcano on the Mediterranean island.

Woman accused of mushroom murders takes stand for first time

The Australian woman has pleaded not guilty to four charges - three of murder and one of attempted murder.

Poland's conservative president-elect to be tough opponent for PM

Karol Nawrocki's new role is largely ceremonial, but he could still have a profound impact on Poland, including an early election.

Watch: Eyewitness captures moments during Colorado attack

Six people being treated for injuries after a man "started setting people on fire" at a mall in Boulder, Colorado, police say.

Watch: Eyewitness captures moments during Colorado attack

Watch: Eyewitness captures moments during Colorado attack

Martial law fractured South Korea. Can this election heal the nation?

The snap election follows the impeachment of former president Yoon for declaring martial law.

Mormon wives on swinging scandals, friendship fallouts and religious backlash

Set in suburban Utah, the series follows a group of Mormon women, most of whom rose to fame on TikTok.

Three dead after fire in elderly ward at Hamburg hospital

The blaze at the Marienkrankenhaus in the north German city was reported shortly after midnight.

Polish presidential election too close to call, exit poll suggests

Warsaw Mayor Rafal Trzaskowski claims early victory but his winning margin is well within margin of error, exit poll suggests.

The fallout from Trump's war on Harvard will long outlast his presidency

The US president's ramped-up threats are seen by many as an attempt to reshape a stronghold of the left. Could he succeed?

At least three dead after Russian bridge collapses onto train

At least 31 people have been injured in the collapse, according to the Russian emergency services.

US sends nuclear deal proposal to Iran

It comes after the UN nuclear watchdog warned Iran has stepped up its production of enriched uranium.

They helped oust a president - now South Korean women say they are invisible again

A snap presidential election has exposed South Korea's stark gender divide.

Desperate Housewives star Valerie Mahaffey dies aged 71

The star died in California on Friday after being diagnosed with cancer, her publicist says.

Hamas makes hostage pledge but demands changes to US Gaza ceasefire plan

It is seen as neither an explicit rejection nor a clear acceptance of a US truce plan, which Washington says Israel has agreed to.

Idyllic Swiss village stood for centuries - until a roaring glacier wiped it out

Nine million cubic metres of rock and ice came crashing down on Blatten after a landslide.

How Bondi mass killer slipped through the cracks in Australia

An inquest is examining whether there were "missed opportunities" to stop Joel Cauchi's stabbing rampage.

Supreme Court allows Trump to revoke legal status for 500,000 migrants

The ruling means 530,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela are at risk of being deported.

Watch: A black eye and a gold key - Musk's last day at Doge

The tech mogul, whose time as a special government employee has ended, attributed the bruise to rough-housing with his five-year-old son.

French scientist behind abortion pill dies aged 98

Etienne-Emile Baulieu created the pill to give women a safe alternative to surgical abortion.

Macron warns the West could lose credibility over Ukraine and Gaza wars

The French president spoke at the Shangri-la Dialogue, a high-level Asia defence summit in Singapore.

Floods kill at least 110 people after heavy rain in Nigeria

Torrential rains in the central town of Mokwa led to the deadly floods, authorities say.

It's Musk's last day - what has he achieved at the White House?

The tech billionaire and Doge have spearheaded dramatic changes in the US government and Washington.

Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape and assault

The broadcaster appears at a plea hearing after being accused of five charges relating to four women.

World has responsibility to get aid into Gaza, UN official tells BBC

The UN's Tom Fletcher tells the BBC the people of Gaza have been subjected to forced starvation by Israel.

How the West is helping Russia to fund its war on Ukraine

Data shows that Russian fossil fuel revenues are three times higher than aid allocated to Ukraine.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs raped and attacked ex-assistant, she tells court

The anonymous witness tells the jury she lived in fear of the hip-hop mogul's violent rages.

Trump tariffs reinstated as legal battle erupts

Tariffs will remain in place while a legal battle over Trump's tariffs continues.

Security breaks down in Gaza as desperate people search for food

Scenes of chaos and looting in parts of Gaza persist as food shortages continue.

Judge blocks Trump's effort to restrict foreign students at Harvard - for now

The case pits the government's power over student visas against Harvard's free speech rights

French MPs vote to scrap low-emission zones

Critics said the zones hit those who cannot afford less-polluting vehicles the hardest.

Smokey Robinson files $500m case against rape accusers

The case accuses four ex-housekeepers of fabricating allegations as part of an "extortionate" lawsuit.

Cassie Ventura needed stitches after Diddy beating, trial hears

Deonte Nash testified that he spent years witnessing the music mogul's abuse and threats.

Deborra-Lee Furness describes 'betrayal' amid Hugh Jackman divorce

The couple filed for divorce this month after announcing their separation in September 2023.

Rat-borne diseases cause crisis in Sarajevo

Health experts in Bosnia and Herzegovina are warning there is a serious public health problem in the capital.

Gaza warehouse broken into by 'hordes of hungry people', says WFP

Video footage shows crowds breaking into the warehouse and taking bags of flour and cartons of food.

Rosenberg: What a new Stalin statue says about Russia's attempt to reshape history

A brand new statue of of the Soviet dictator Josef Stalin has been unveiled at a Metro station in Moscow.

Giant of African literature Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o dies aged 87

The Kenyan author sent shockwaves through African literature by refusing to write in English.

Moment SpaceX Starship spins out of control in test flight

Fuel leaks on the rocket caused it to begin spinning, leading to an uncontrolled re-entry through Earth's atmosphere.

Watch: Loose pigeons cause havoc on plane before take-off

A US flight was delayed after two birds ended up onboard the aircraft, baffling both passengers and crew.

Second suspect arrested in alleged crypto torture scheme

Police say the two men kidnapped an Italian businessman and tortured him with a gun, chainsaw and electrical wires for nearly three weeks.

Arrests over French cryptocurrency kidnapping plots

The arrests follow several kidnapping plots targeting cryptocurrency executives and their families.

Hunt for ex-police chief convicted of murder who escaped Arkansas prison

Authorities say Grant Hardin, 56, escaped prison wearing clothes "designed to mimic law enforcement".

Moment police capture two escaped New Orleans inmates

The two men were arrested after a high-speed chase in Texas, just days after they fled a Louisiana jail with eighth other inmates.

Crowds overrun US-backed group's new aid distribution site in Gaza

Videos show people walking over torn-down fences at the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation's site in Rafah.

Russia's advance in Ukraine's north east may be bid to create 'buffer zone'

The advance may be linked to Moscow's attempts to create "buffer zones" along the border, Ukrainian regional authorities say.

Anger as Zimbabwe leader approves new radio levy for motorists

The measure sparks criticism from motorists and opposition, who see it as an extra tax burden.

Trump pardons former sheriff convicted of bribery

The US president says Scott Jenkins is a "victim of an overzealous Biden Department of Justice".

Iran's Palme d'Or-winning director cheered as he arrives home

Director Jafar Panahi returns to Iran after his Cannes Film Festival win, greeted by cheers and applause.

Churchill photo thief sentenced to two years in jail

'The Roaring Lion' - one of the 20th century's most iconic images - was stolen from a hotel in Ottawa.

Greek coastguards charged over 2023 migrant shipwreck

Seventeen coastguards have been charged by a Greek naval court over the deadliest migrant boat disaster in the Mediterranean Sea for a decade.

Could Nigeria's careful ethnic balancing act be under threat?

Criticism is growing after several top positions go to members of the president's ethnic Yoruba group.

A simple guide to South Korea's presidential election

The vote comes after the impeachment and removal of former president Yoon Suk Yeol.

Ex-DR Congo president returns from self-imposed exile, party says

Joseph Kabila is now in rebel-held Goma, according to the M23 armed group and a party official.

Austria's ex-chancellor has conviction quashed

Former conservative star Sebastian Kurz wins his appeal- removing a key obstacle to any political comeback.

Venezuela's ruling party claims election victory despite opposition boycott

President Maduro's party will now control all but one state after a vote the opposition called a "farce".

Humanoid robots fight in Chinese kick-boxing competition

The two humanoid robots traded punches while fans watched on, in a world-first humanoid robot fighting event.

Why King Charles III's trip to Canada is more than just a royal visit

BBC royal correspondent Daniela Relph on King Charles III's trip to Canada where he will open the country’s parliament.

'We didn't see it as treason': The Russian couple who became informants for Ukraine

A Russian couple living in Ukraine were so appalled by the invasion, they shared information about Russian forces in their town with Kyiv.

Elderly woman rescued from flood ravaged Australian home

Taree, a city in New South Wales, Australia has been among the worst impacted by record levels of rainfall.

'Situation is dire' - BBC returns to Gaza baby left hungry by Israeli blockade

Malnourished five-month-old baby Siwar is now out of hospital in Gaza - but as we found, she and her family are struggling.

Iran summons French envoy over 'insulting' Cannes remarks

Iranian officials say the remarks are “blatant interference” in the country’s internal affairs.

US arrests man for allegedly trying to firebomb embassy in Israel

Officials say a 28-year-old with US citizenship had Molotov cocktails in his backpack and called for "death to America".

Second suspected sabotage in France as power cut hits Nice

Officials say the blaze that caused the power outage is probably of "criminal origin".

North Korea detains three over warship accident, state media says

Kim Jong Un said those who made "irresponsible errors" would be dealt with at a plenary meeting next month.

Someone stole my BBC broadcasting bike - it's like losing a friend

Anna Holligan transformed her bike into a mobile studio for the BBC in Amsterdam - now it has vanished.

'It's not fair': Other refugees in limbo as US welcomes white South Africans

Refugees from other nations ask why the White House has made an exception for white South Africans.

Young US men are joining Russian churches promising 'absurd levels of manliness'

A religion with traditions dating back centuries is attracting young American men.

Schumacher's 2001 Grand Prix-winning Ferrari sold for £13.43m

The Ferrari driven to victory by Formula One legend Michael Schumacher at the 2001 Monaco Grand Prix is sold for £13.43m at auction.

Watch: Suspected sabotage causes Cannes power cut 'meltdown'

The prestigious film festival was disrupted, about 160,000 homes were without power and businesses were left without power.

Ugandan activist alleges she was raped while in Tanzanian detention

Tanzanian authorities are not commenting on the allegations, which include sexual assault.

Rebuked by Trump but praised at home: How Ramaphosa might gain from US showdown

The calm reaction of South Africa's president to the Oval Office ambush might boost his standing at home.

Hectic two weeks leaves Russia confident - and peace in Ukraine feeling no closer

On Ukraine peace talks, the Kremlin has played for time through deflections and side-steps, writes the BBC's Steve Rosenberg.

Tensions rise as superpowers scrap for a piece of the Arctic

As Arctic ice melts, global powers seize new opportunities to extract oil, speed up trade and boost their military presence.

She found her daughter after 44 years. Now she's suing Korea's government

Hundreds made damning allegations of fraud, kidnapping and trafficking about an overseas adoption programme.

Several injured in Hamburg knife attack as woman arrested

A 39-year-old woman has been arrested and a major operation is under way, German police say.

Robbery gang guilty of Kim Kardashian heist in Paris

The robbers have been given jail time for stealing millions of dollars' worth of jewellery belonging to the US celebrity.

Erdogan denies bid to change Turkey's constitution means he'll run as president again

Erdogan has led Turkey for 22 years, and been president for the past 11, but cannot run again without changing the rules.

'Leap together' - watch Kermit's advice to graduating students

The famous frog gave the commencement speech at the University of Maryland where Muppets creator Jim Henson graduated in 1960.

Moment Australian politician signs off career with a 'shoey'

The MP ended his time in parliament by drinking beer out of his shoe during his farewell speech.

A coffee by any other name: Starbucks avoids brewing controversy in South Korea

All six presidential candidates' names are banned in Starbucks stores to "maintain neutrality".

Watch: German troops permanently sent to Lithuania's eastern border

The German military has not permanently stationed troops on foreign soil since World War Two.

Trump administration ends Harvard's ability to enrol international students

The move escalates the administration's row with America's oldest university over hiring, admissions and teaching practices.

Top Maoist leader killed as India cracks down on rebels

Twenty-seven rebels are reported to have been killed in a gunfight with security forces in Chhattisgarh.

Activist freed in Tanzania after Kenyan government demand

Kenya had earlier said it had been denied access to Boniface Mwangi and expressed concern over his health.

UN says 90 lorries collected aid from Gaza crossing after three-day delay

Lorry loads of aid, including flour and baby food, are picked up after Israel eased an 11-week-long blockade.

Watch: Moment police apprehend a runaway kangaroo in Colorado

Body camera footage shows officers chase and catch Irwin the kangaroo in the US city of Durango.

North Korea's Kim slams 'serious accident' at warship launch

The failed launch "severely damaged the dignity and pride of our nation in an instant," says the North Korean leader.

Cattle washed onto beaches in widespread Australia floods

A natural disaster has been declared in New South Wales, as widespread flooding prompts nearly 50,000 people to evacuate.

Ramaphosa survives mauling by Trump over 'white genocide'

Right-wing Afrikaners groups celebrated the ambush but others in the Rainbow Nation found it "uncomfortable" to watch.

Judge says US deportations to South Sudan violate court order

The Trump administration says it is deporting eight criminal "monsters", as immigration attorneys challenge the move.

Trump confronts South African president with claim of Afrikaners being 'persecuted'

Cyril Ramaphosa responds that black people are likelier to be victims of violence in South Africa than white people.

Anti-Hamas protests in southern Gaza enter third day

Protesters were seen in videos calling for an end to the war and the removal of the armed group from Gaza

Can Mandela's former negotiator fix fractious relations with Trump?

The South African president will try to reset relations with the US in a high-stakes White House meeting on Wednesday.

Ukrainian ex-top official shot dead outside Madrid school - reports

The man, named by Ukrainian and Spanish sources as Andriy Portnov, had just dropped his children off at the school, reports say.

R&B star Chris Brown released on bail after London assault charge

The US singer is accused of assault at a nightclub in central London in 2023.

Rubio warns Syria could be weeks away from 'full-scale civil war'

The US secretary of state calls for Syria's transitional authorities to be supported to prevent their "potential collapse".

Paul Adams: Starmer and Lammy sound genuinely angry at Israel

The PM sounded genuinely angry at Israel's aid blockade and expanded Gaza offensive, writes diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams.

Exotic dancer 'The Punisher' tells court how he discovered Diddy's identity

Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex-trafficking trial heard testimony from the mother of Cassie Ventuar as well as a male exotic dancer.

Sudan rebels entirely pushed out of Khartoum state, army says

It is the latest sign of victory from the military who have made gains against the RSF since March.

Watch: Fatal storms flood the south of France

At least three people have died in the flooding which swept across southern France.

EU plans €2 fee on small parcels in hit to Shein and Temu

The tax will affect billions of packages sent to people's homes which mainly come from China at the moment.

Iran's Khamenei doubts US nuclear talks will lead to agreement

"We don't think it will lead to any outcome," the supreme leader warns, saying the US is making "outrageous" demands on uranium enrichment.

Diddy smashed on Cassie Ventura's door with hammer, trial told

Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking trial heard more allegations of violence against his former girlfriend.

Is China the winner in the India-Pakistan conflict?

Pakistan's Chinese-made fighter jets were battle tested for the first time during hostilities with India.

Russia and Ukraine to 'immediately' start ceasefire talks, says Trump

The US president holds talks with leaders of both countries in the latest efforts to end the fighting.

US Supreme Court lets Trump end deportation protections for some Venezuelans

Temporary Protected Status allows people to live and work in the US legally if their home countries are deemed to be unsafe.

Who are the winners and losers from the UK-EU agreement?

A deal between the UK and European Union (EU) has been agreed at a post-Brexit leaders summit in London.

Huge challenges await new president of divided Romania

"Fear managed to defeat fury" is how one analyst interpreted liberal Nicusor Dan beating hard-right George Simion to the presidency.

Liberal mayor Dan beats nationalist in tense race for Romanian presidency

Nicusor Dan fights off a strong challenge from a right-wing nationalist after months of political turbulence.

Portugal PM's party wins snap election but falls short of majority

The ruling right-of-centre Democratic Alliance of PM Luís Montenegro wins elections, amid a far-right surge.

Austrian Eurovision winner JJ receives hero's welcome at Vienna airport

The 24-year-old took the title at the Eurovision competition with the song Wasted Love.

Warsaw's liberal mayor leads Polish presidential vote – exit poll

Rafal Trzaskowski is set to face conservative historian Karol Nawrocki in a second round run-off.

Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' prostate cancer, his office says

Biden, 82, was diagnosed on Friday after seeing a doctor for urinary symptoms.

US officials investigating fatal Mexican Navy ship crash

Authorities are examining the site in New York to determine how the collision, which killed two, occurred.

Mexican Navy ship crashes into New York City's Brooklyn Bridge

Multiple injuries are reported by US media, after towering masts of the Cuauhtémoc sailboat clip the famous bridge.

Pop culture re-invented the Menendez brothers - but can it set them free?

The brothers' fate will now be in the hands of California's Parole Board and Governor Gavin Newsom.

India's forgotten actor who lost her legacy to caste oppression

PK Rosy, the first actress in Malayalam cinema, was hounded out of her home after playing the role of an upper caste woman.

Four days that took India and Pakistan to the brink

The BBC visits families in Kashmir devastated by the deadliest clashes in years, and speaks to military insiders.

Police investigate fatal explosion near fertility clinic in Palm Springs

No one from a nearby fertility clinic was harmed, but one person was killed and several were injured.

Five killed after helicopters collide in Finland

Police have not confirmed the number of deaths but said there were five people on board in total.

Eurovision final 2025: Catch up with the top five favourites

Meet the five artists who are tipped to take the Eurovision trophy, as Saturday's final draws near.

Trump's frantic week of peace brokering hints at what he really wants

After seven breathless days of diplomatic hurly burly, we have a clearer idea of the US president's global ideology - and the limits of his 'art of a deal'.

Moody's downgrades US credit rating citing rising debt

Moody's said successive US administrations had failed to reverse ballooning deficits and interest costs.

Mexico accuses Youtuber MrBeast of exploiting Mayan pyramids filming permit

Authorities say they never allowed Mr Beast to film at their pyramid heritage sites for profit.

Five House Republicans stall Trump's 'big, beautiful' tax bill

Lawmakers from the president's own party joined all Democrats to reject a key domestic bill, demanding deeper budget cuts.

Shock in Sweden at death of diplomat questioned for spying

The man, described as a high-ranking diplomat, was arrested on Sunday and released on Wednesday.

Watch: How experts stumbled upon a priceless document in a university library

A manuscript, once considered an unofficial copy of Magna Carta, is now believed to be genuine and ''one of the world's most valuable documents''.

Watch: UK surgeon shares footage from Gaza hospital after deadly Israeli strike

Tuesday's air strike killed 28 people and injured dozens, according to the Hamas-run civil defence agency.

Chris Brown arrested over alleged bottle attack

The singer was taken into custody in Manchester over an alleged altercation at a Mayfair nightclub.

Seventeen arrest warrants issued over Bangkok skyscraper collapse

The State Audit Office tower in Bangkok collapsed after an earthquake hit neighbouring Myanmar in March.

Mexican judge arrested over 2014 disappearance of 43 students

Lambertina Galeana Marín is suspected of having been behind the disappearance of key CCTV footage.

Ukraine to attend peace talks as US says Trump and Putin needed for breakthrough

Marco Rubio says the "only way we’re going to have a breakthrough here is between President Trump and President Putin".

Watch: Abuse and blackmail - Cassie describes Diddy relationship at trial

The prosecution wrapped up its questioning of Ventura, who will return the stand on Thursday for cross-examination by Combs' lawyers.

Why India could not stop IMF bailout to Pakistan

As one of 25 member groups on the IMF board, India's influence at the fund is limited, say experts.

UK tech tycoon Mike Lynch's yacht was toppled by 'extreme wind', report says

Investigators say 80mph winds "violently" knocked over the vessel, causing it to flood within seconds.

Israel issues major evacuation order for Palestinians sheltering in Gaza City

Israel alleges several buildings are being used by Hamas. Local authorities and aid agencies say thousands of civilians are sheltering there.

At least 21 killed in crash in Mexico, official says

Several other people have been injured and are receiving medical treatment, a local official says.

Trump's meeting with Sharaa, unthinkable just months ago, boosts Syrians' hopes

Syria's interim leader met the US president in Riyadh after he announced he would lift sanctions on Syria.

'This is my closure': Emotional Kim Kardashian shares fears and forgives robber in court

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The celebrity businesswoman grew tearful as she gave evidence in the trial of 10 people accused of robbing her at gunpoint.

Israeli air strike on hospital kills at least six people in Gaza, local officials say

Israeli warplanes dropped six bombs simultaneously on the hospital, according to local sources.

Watch timelapse of Trump's marathon handshake session with Saudis

Dozens of senior officials, military leaders and businessmen queued to greet the US president in Saudi Arabia.

Zelensky vows to 'do everything' to ensure direct talks with Putin in Turkey

Russia has not yet said who it will send to Istanbul on Thursday and has refused to respond to ultimatums.

Germany arrests self-declared 'king' and bans his extremist group

Police arrest the leaders of Germany's largest Reichsbürger faction, that calls itself "Kingdom of Germany".

Zambia warns diplomats after US reveals 'systematic' aid theft

The foreign minister says raising concerns publicly amounts to interference in domestic affairs.

Duterte elected mayor of home city from Hague prison

The former president's win was expected, but other races in the midterms proved less predictable.

What does the US-China tariff deal mean?

The agreement marks a major de-escalation of the trade war between the world's two biggest economies.

China has come to the table - but this fight is far from over

Beijing can claim its defiance has delivered them a battle victory in the trade war.

Pope calls for journalists to be released from prison

The new pontiff expressed solidarity with journalists who had been jailed for "reporting the truth".

Crates full of Nazi documents found in Argentine court's basement

The crates, dating back to 1941, contain Nazi party membership booklets and Nazi propaganda material.

Entire Gaza population at critical risk of famine, UN-backed assessment says

The assessment says famine is not currently occurring Gaza, but calls for urgent action to increase humanitarian aid.

First white South Africans flying to US under Trump refugee plan

Donald Trump says they are victims of "racial discrimination", which is strongly denied by South Africa.

Zelensky offers to meet Putin after Trump demands Ukraine hold direct talks with Russia

"I will be waiting for Putin in Türkiye on Thursday. Personally," the Ukrainian leader says after Trump urged him to "have the meeting, now!"

Taliban suspends chess over gambling concerns

Chess will be suspended until religious considerations are addressed, a spokesman said.

Amber Heard announces birth of twins in Mother's Day post

The US actress revealed that she had welcomed daughter Agnes and son Ocean and was "elated beyond words".

Three men held over suitcases stuffed with hermit crabs

The suspects are accused of attempting to smuggle 160kg of live crabs out of Japan.

Watch: Crowds cheer as Pope holds first Sunday address

Worshippers packed St Peter's Square as Pope Leo XIV called for an end to global conflicts.

What Trump does next on Ukraine is key - and he could go either way

Neither Putin nor Zelensky want to be seen by Trump as the obstacle to peace, writes Frank Gardner.

Soviet-era spacecraft 'likely' to have re-entered Earth's atmosphere

The spacecraft, which launched in 1972 on a mission to Venus, circled Earth for over five decades.

European leaders call Trump to discuss 30-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire

France, Britain, Germany and Poland met President Vlodomyr Zelensky to discuss an unconditional ceasfire.

Taylor Swift criticises Lively-Baldoni court summons

The singer's representatives say the court summons was designed to create "tabloid clickbait".

The US and China are finally talking. Why now?

Economic pressures are forcing Donald Trump and Xi Jinping to seek an off-ramp in the trade war.

White House 'actively looking at' suspending habeas corpus

Miller comments come as judges have sought to challenge some recent detentions made by the Trump administration in an effort to combat illegal immigration

Trump administration considers suspending habeas corpus

The White House is "actively looking at" suspending the legal right to challenge detention.

US confirms plan for private firms to deliver Gaza aid despite UN alarm

UN agencies say they will not co-operate with the proposed system because it appears to "weaponise" aid.

Three things we learned from Putin's Red Square parade

BC Monitoring's Russia Editor Vitaly Shevchenko reflects on the Victory Day spectacle in Moscow.

Pope Leo XIV warns against lack of faith in first mass at Vatican

Chicago-born Robert Prevost, 69, is the first North American to be elected pontiff.

Watch: Pope Leo XIV's first Mass as pontiff

Cardinals joined the newly appointed pope in the Sistine Chapel, in a service that began with a prayer.

Putin 'back on world stage' at Victory Day parade

The Russian president welcomed 27 world leaders to the event in Red Square.

India and Pakistan: The first drone war between nuclear-armed neighbours

Experts say the tit-for-tat attacks mark a dangerous new phase in the decades-old rivalry. What next?

Two Hungarians detained over alleged spy plot in Ukraine

Ukraine's security service says the state-backed spy network sought to obtain information about air defences.

Shock as missing South African journalist's decomposed body found

Human remains, believed to be that of a journalist and his partner, have been found by police.

Israel PM 'uncertain' over condition of three Gaza hostages

Benjamin Netanyahu said he knew "with certainty" that 21 hostages were alive but the status of "three more" were unclear.

Watch: Moments past conclaves elected new popes

See the moments previous popes were elected by conclaves past, from 1939 to 2013.

US judge blocks plan to deport migrants to Libya

The order comes after lawyers expressed alarm that the US was planning to deport migrants to the North African country "immediately".

Men found guilty of violent murder of Aboriginal schoolboy

Cassius Turvey was chased through bush and beaten with a metal pole, in a case which sparked national outrage.

Dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters arrested at Columbia University

The university asked for police help after protesters occupied part of the main library on Wednesday.

Watch: Biden's first interview since leaving the White House

Former US President Joe Biden talks Trump, Russia and US-Europe relations with the BBC's Today programme.

Indian air strikes - how will Pakistan respond? Four key questions

Experts from India and Pakistan weigh in on what’s next - and how this clash differs from past conflicts.

International gang sentenced for smuggling thousands of ants in Kenya

The four suspects – two Belgians, a Vietnamese and a Kenyan – were arrested last month with 5,000 ants.

'World Cup can be incentive for Russia to end war', says Trump

'World Cup can be incentive for Russia to end war', says Trump

Smokey Robinson accused of sexual assault by four women

The Motown legend is being sued for $50m by four women who accuse him of sexual assault and rape.

Fear and uncertainty after strikes: BBC reports from Muzaffarabad

An Indian air strike damaged a mosque and some houses Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.

Sudan cuts ties with UAE over alleged paramilitary support

The army has repeatedly accused the Gulf nation of backing the RSF, something which the UAE denies.

Indian Pakistani civilians describe aftermath of strikes and shelling

The BBC spoke to eyewitnesses in both Indian and Pakistan administered Kashmir.

UK and India agree landmark trade deal

The deal will give better access for UK whisky and cars to the Indian market.

Israel tells people to evacuate from Yemen's main airport

An IDF spokesman warned "failure to evacuate and stay away from the area puts you in danger."

Merz defeat 'an obstacle not a catastrophe'

The man expected to be Germany's next foreign minister reacts after Friedrich Merz fell short in a parliamentary vote to be named chancellor.

Peru imposes curfew in province where 13 mine workers were killed

A local prosecutor says there is a "war" raging in the area between illegal and legal gold miners.

How Kashmir attack victim's widow went from symbol of tragedy to trolling target

Himanshi Narwal's husband was among the victims of the deadly militant attack in Indian-administered Kashmir.

Germany's Merz falls short of majority in vote for chancellor

Conservative Friedrich Merz unexpectedly falls short of the numbers needed to become chancellor.

Israel hits Houthi targets in Yemen in response to airport attack

A spokesman for the Houthi-run health ministry said at least 21 people were injured in the attack.

Cable thefts leave thousands stranded on Spanish trains

Copper thieves halt services from Madrid to the southern region of Andalusia.

Romanian PM pulls party out of government after nationalist vote win

Marcel Ciolacu told his colleagues their government had no credibility after presidential elections.

Mexican mayor arrested over alleged links to cartel training camp

The mayor of Teuchitlán is suspected of colluding with the New Generation Jalisco Cartel, which he denies.

Popemobile to become health clinic for Gaza children

One of the famous vehicles is being refitted as a frontline clinic on wheels, following a request by the late pontiff.

Ancient Indian skeleton still waiting for home

The find could shed light on how Indians lived 1,000 years ago - but is without a museum because of red tape.

Israel security cabinet approves plan to expand Gaza offensive

The Israeli military has called up tens of thousands of reservists, saying it is aiming to increase pressure on Hamas.

Kidnapped father of French crypto-millionaire rescued

The man in his 50s reportedly had a finger missing when police found him in a house south of Paris.

Brazil police thwart bomb attack on Lady Gaga concert

Police say the plan was orchestrated by a group promoting hate speech and the radicalisation of teenagers.

Elon Musk's Starbase city in Texas on brink of becoming official

Local residents are voting on incorporating a patch of land as a new municipality, with a SpaceX employee tipped to become mayor.

Australia's opposition left reeling after crushing election defeat

Peter Dutton has been ousted from parliament after Anthony Albanese's landslide win.

Paramilitaries strike Port Sudan for first time, army says

It is the first time RSF attacks have reached the city, which is the de-facto capital of the army-led government.

Houthi missile hits near Israel's main airport

Unverified footage appeared to show a plume of black smoke rising from an area near the airport on the outskirts of Tel Aviv.

Fears of global instability drive Singapore voters into ruling party's arms

The People's Action Party won by a landslide in an election dominated by concerns over the cost of living and the economy.

Australian PM wins second term with increased majority

Anthony Albanese's Labor has seen swings towards it in almost every area of the country.

Tunisia jails ex-prime minister on terrorism charges

Ali Laarayedh is the latest high-profile critic of the president to be jailed as campaigners slam "sham trials".

Tariffs on car parts entering the US come into force

Import taxes were eased after carmaker outcry, but it's "still a big tariff", analysts say.

Five people survive 36 hours in alligator-infested swamp after plane crash

The small plane was forced to make an emergency landing in a swamp in the Bolivian Amazon after an engine failure.

Spain rules out cyber attack - but what could have caused power cut?