Celebrations in Serbia after veteran ruler Vučić loses election to student-led protest movement
The populist right-wing leader of 12 years says it is "clear" his party has lost the vote billed as a referendum on the country's future.
Venezuelan opposition leader María Machado returns after months in exile
Machado had left the country just a month before the US government seized Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Deeply divided Israel braces for pivotal election
After three years of regional war, this is a battle Israel always knew was coming, writes Lucy Williamson.
Australian murderer loses bid to eat Vegemite in prison
Andre McKechnie, who murdered a property developer, argued it was his right to enjoy Australian culture.
Suspect in deadly Paris suburb shooting sent for psychiatric observation
He will be observed to evaluate whether his "psychiatric health is compatible with pursuing his interrogation", authorities said.
Russia to host first Olympic federation world event since Ukraine invasion
The International Weightlifting Federation becomes the first Olympic federation to choose Russia to host a world championships since its invasion of Ukraine.
Rapper Nicki Minaj joins Trump onstage at Michigan rally
The Super Bass singer is the latest big name to campaign in Michigan, where a tight Senate race is playing out ahead of the 3 November midterms.
Musk says SpaceX restricted Ukraine's Starlink connection as service restored
The tech billionaire accuses Ukraine of violating its terms of service by using the network for military activity.
Israel to close West Bank crossings on election day as crackdown escalates
The Israeli Defense Forces announces restrictions on the movement of Palestinian workers in the run-up to Tuesday's election.
Gabon says access to social media restored after eight-month ban
The authorities had justified the ban by saying online content was fuelling conflict, while the opposition had condemned it as an abuse of power.
El Salvador president says bodies found in Haiti are not those of hostages
Nayib Bukele says bodies delivered to soldiers are "not our men" amid search for Salvadorans abducted last week.
Death toll in Nigeria village raided by gunmen rises to 48, police say
Unidentified gunmen on motorcycles swooped on a remote village on Friday, looting shops and setting houses ablaze.
Obama attacks Trump as he campaigns for Democrats ahead of midterm elections
Obama said the election was "the last best chance to at least rein in some of the foolishness of this administration".
More than 1,300 arrested as clashes follow another day of mass protests across France
Hundreds of thousands took part in demonstrations in France, with protests also taking place in other European countries.
Vanessa Trump says she is cancer-free six months after revealing diagnosis
The ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr, with whom she shares five children, announced in May that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Man arrested after fire at Hitler's mountaintop Eagle's Nest retreat
Some 200 emergency personnel were deployed to fight the blaze at the Nazi dictator's Alpine residence in Germany.
Woman, 65, becomes second patient to die of Ebola in Kenya
She was a close family member of the first victim, a man who had travelled from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Australian MP's condition improves after alleged car attack
The independent MP is now in a serious but stable condition, according to the Melbourne hospital.
From Russian cages to Irish sanctuary: The five-year rescue journey of Bu and Tyapa
For Bu and Tyapa, the five-year journey from Russia to the Irish countryside was anything but straightforward.
Three released without charge after fatal arson attack in Ireland
Three people - two women and one man - have been released, and one person remains in custody, gardaí say.
Father who killed Oregon school gunman describes anguish over children he couldn't save
Kaylub Giamanco has been hailed as a hero for killing a teenager who fatally shot three children and a teacher.
Student movement takes Serbia's Vučić to the wire in neck-and-neck election
The Student List has emerged from almost two years of anti-corruption protests to form the biggest challenge to Vučić's rule.
White House lifts tariffs on some Canadian goods as midterm elections loom
From 30 October, tariffs will be eased on some products, including certain machinery, and placed on others, such as carpets.
Two rescued after Nairobi building collapse with five still missing
Police have launched a manhunt for the building's owner and contractor after the multi-storey building collapsed while still under construction.
Trump administration sues to block certification of upcoming Alaska election
The justice department has filed a lawsuit arguing that the inclusion of two candidates named Dan Sullivan could confuse voters.
Watch: How President Lula turned it around to beat Flávio Bolsonaro
Brazil's left-wing President has been elected for a fourth term after narrowly beating right-wing Flávio Bolsonaro in a knife-edge vote.
Macron calls for 'calm and order' after riots across France
French President Emmanuel Macron gives a national address after widespread disorder and as some looting continued in Paris.
France's government under pressure after weekend of widespread violence
Political tension grips France after rioting marred protests over the cost of living and struggling public services, Katya Adler writes.
Major fire at Canada military base leaves four dead, dozens injured
Prime Minister Carney said military and emergency crews fought the flames throughout the night in "some of the worst conditions imaginable".
Inside the shadowy world of anti-Putin sabotage from within Russia
Two men tell of the work they say they have been doing to support Ukrainian intelligence during the war.
Trump says suspension of Russia sanctions is to keep peace negotiations going
The US president blocked numerous sanctions on Russia two days before they were due to take effect.
Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff survives shooting in Mumbai
Video published by several news outlets shows gunmen firing multiple shots at a car while it is moving past a crowd.
Kenya pastor accused of ordering parents to starve their children to death faces verdict
Prosecutors say Paul Mackenzie lured the latest victims to their deaths by writing notes from his prison cell.
Bomb threat forces Israel to Austria flight into emergency landing
The Airbus jet landed safely in Bulgaria and all passengers and crew aboard were unharmed, officials said.
Cindy Crawford 'beyond heartbroken' after death of son Presley at 27
Presley Gerber's death in September is being investigated as a suspected overdose.
Anthropic says it will commit 5% of its shares to 'public benefit fund'
The announcement comes as Anthropic lays the ground for a blockbuster stock market listing.
EU tariffs aimed at China hitting Ukraine, steel boss says
The boss of one of Ukraine's biggest steel companies says the country has been "bundled together" in measures aimed at curbing cheap imports.
Australian Greens senator denies claims of misconduct towards women
Jordon Steele-John says the timing of the claims is motivated by "nasty political games" within the Greens.
Oil facilities hit in deadly overnight attack on St Petersburg
At least one person was killed in the strikes, which also hit a data centre used by Russia's equivalent of Facebook.
Search for Amelia Earhart's plane resumes after stormy weather
An expedition to a remote Pacific island hoping to uncover the American aviator's wreckage was on hold for three days.
European diplomats attacked by Israeli settlers in West Bank
The Israeli military condemns the violence but the prime minister's office says it is part of a "smear" campaign.
Anti-government protesters battle with police in Albania
There were violent clashes between demonstrators and riot police throughout Saturday in the capital Tirana.
A wave of homemade, synthetic drugs sweeps US and deepens crisis
BBC News hears from users, dealers, prison and recovery workers as the country battles with a deadly new drug epidemic.
'Very upsetting': Residents in shock after historic French town hall set alight
A historic town hall in the French city of Limoges has been damaged in an apparent arson attack following a day of nationwide protests
Photos show luxury boat with 50m pool and water slides near Kim Jong Un's summer retreat
Satellite images give clues about how Kim spends his holidays - something far out of reach for most North Koreans.
The uncertain future of Canada's 30 rescued belugas
An international rescue operation for the last 30 captive whales in Canada made headlines. Then five of them died.
Toxic algorithms wouldn't let them go - now Australia wants an off switch
The Australian government hopes to protect social media users from being served content they don't want to see.
A thousand slogans echoed here - but it could be the end for iconic Delhi protest site
Jantar Mantar, an 18th Century site almost synonymous with demonstrations in Delhi, has been denotified as a protest site.
Trial of German steakhouse heiress that sparked a huge spy scandal
For 15 months, a high-security courtroom in Hamburg has been hearing the case of Christina Block, accused of ordering the abduction of her children.
Inside Ukrainian offensive pushing Russia back - with Starlink playing a key role
The BBC joins Ukraine's Operation Vivaldi as it regains crucial territory in the Donbas, but optimism has been dampened by souring relations with President Trump.
Inside Chicago's battle against the synthetic drugs flooding the US
The BBC's Quentin Sommerville reports from Chicago, where communities are battling a new wave of synthetic drugs.
Pope Leo XIV thanks wellwishers in first event after cancer surgery
The Pope's first event since his lung cancer diagnosis and surgery saw him recite the traditional Angelus prayer from the balcony of the Apostolic Palace.
Trump's 'energy ceasefire' claim welcomed by Zelensky but Russia silent
Ukraine's leader says he will support such a truce if Moscow does, after initially expressing surprise at Donald Trump's announcement.
Trump faces growing backlash over plans to import diesel from Russia
Both Republican and Democratic lawmakers have criticised the deal, which was announced weeks before the US midterm elections.
One killed, 11 injured in second Houthi strike on Riyadh airport in two days
The Saudi capital has been hit by multiple attacks from the Iran-backed Yemeni group over the weekend.
Documents falsified to evade tax on Abramovich's wealth
Backdated paperwork also made the Russian oligarch’s yachts and mansions disappear from accounts, BBC finds.
Poland detains man suspected of planning assassination of PM Tusk
Police received credible information about possible attacks against Donald Tusk and his defence minister.
Dozens of gold prospectors killed in strikes on Egypt-Sudan border, rights group says
Neither Egypt nor Sudan has commented on the alleged strikes on an artisanal mining camp on Saturday.
Watch: Endangered orangutans released back into the wild after Borneo fires
The critically endangered apes were rescued from intense wildfires that destroyed their habitat in August and September.
Iconic Australian band Powderfinger announce first tour in 17 years
The band, who announced their reunion last week, say they are "absolutely ecstatic" to be playing together again.
Poland stabbings driven by online glorification of violence, Tusk says
The PM was speaking after violent attacks at Polish schools this week left one dead and others injured.
Homes and bridges swept away as fresh floods hit Nepal
Nepal is still trying to recover from catastrophic floods that hit less than two months ago, leaving thousands dead and missing.
Children among 139 dead after boat capsizes off Djibouti, UN says
The boat was travelling from Djibouti to Yemen with 305 people on board, when it capsized near the port town of Obock on Thursday night.
Ukraine strikes Yandex data centre in third attack on Russian tech giant
It is the third time this week that Ukraine has targeted Russian tech giant Yandex, forcing the company to suspend its operations.
Pope Leo to have surgery after lump found on lung
The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".
Nobel peace laureate says US sanctions on ICC 'unacceptable'
Navi Pillay says the Trump administrations' sweeping penalties on the international tribunal were "unheard of".
American ranchers wrestle with soaring costs - and their loyalty to Trump
Many farmers in states that backed the president say they are being hit from all sides, with the crucial midterm elections just weeks away.
Mourners killed by Kenya police at ex-PM's national farewell not part of violence, BBC finds
After analysing 1,500 videos and images of the Raila Odinga memorial, Africa Eye finds that those killed were far from the scuffles.
Riyadh airport attacks another dangerous moment in already tense conflict
While the physical damage from Houthi attacks can be quickly repaired, the Saudi reputation for stability is taking a battering.
Inside the room: What it was like to be with Blackpink's Lisa as race scandal erupted
Film-maker Sue Kim talks about having unprecedented access to K-Pop idol Lisa Manobal at her most candid.
Young men live in fear of being snatched off the streets and sold to Myanmar's army
A desperate junta is in a war of attrition against ethnic militias and and civilian resistance.
Public executions in the US stopped nearly a century ago - why are they resuming now?
The Pentagon says the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan will be livestreamed, but experts suggest officials are reading the country wrong.
Nord Stream trial: How German police followed the evidence - to Ukraine
After four years, a Ukrainian man is set to stand trial in Hamburg accused of sabotaging the Nord Stream pipelines.
Watch: What's behind Trump's energy ceasefire claim?
The US president made the announcement in a social media post, which was an apparent surprise to Ukraine and Russia is yet to comment.
Buildings swept away as flash floods hit central Nepal
A flash flood at the Budhi Gandaki River has swept away several buildings and bridges, two months after catastrophic floods hit the country.
Why have hundreds of 'cockroach' protesters been detained in Delhi
Thousands of security personnel were deployed in Delhi ahead of the Gen-Z led Cockroach Janta Party protest on Saturday calling for electoral reforms.
Watch: 'Time for Ukraine to get a new president', says Trump
The US president's said President Volodymyr Zelensky "wants to make problems for the world".
US air force removes all bombers from British military base RAF Fairford
A statement says all bombers deployed to RAF Fairford have been "re-deployed to their home stations" in the US.
Brazil election goes to run-off as right-wing Flávio Bolsonaro wins first round
With neither candidate getting more than 50% of the vote, the election will go to a run-off on 25 October.
Watch: How Brazil's dramatic election unfolded
Millions of Brazilians took to the polls on Sunday for the first round of the country's presidential elections.
Trump unveils 'Super Intelligence Force' to oversee AI policy
The president named his national intelligence chief as the taskforce's head as worries over AI grow.
France closes up to 500 schools Monday over student protests
Lessons will be "totally or partly suspended" in some high schools after clashes between riot police and student protesters, France's education minister says.
All six passengers presumed dead after plane went missing off US coast
The aircraft lost communication with flight controllers after significantly dropping in altitude, according to flight data.
Supporters of jailed ex-PM Imran Khan march to Pakistan capital
Thousands have taken to the streets after talks between authorities and Khan's party ended in deadlock.
Kyiv bridge hit in further Russian drone attack as German chancellor makes surprise visit
Footage shows a drone hitting the Pivnichyi (Northern) Bridge as vehicles move across it, creating a large fireball.
Forced to call him 'Dad': Trial over sexual abuse in disabled care home shocks South Korea
The BBC spoke to one of three residents at a care home who were sexually assaulted by a staff member.
Yemen's government announces all-out war to reclaim land from Houthis
The Yemeni president's announcement comes amid an exchange of strikes between the Houthis and the Saudi-led coalition.
Ethiopian rebel forces withdraw from Tigray regional capital
Two residents in Mekelle tell the BBC pro-government forces have taken control of the city.
Watch: What we know about Russian strikes on Kyiv bridges
BBC Ukraine correspondent Dan Johnson is near Kyiv's Northern Bridge, which has been hit for the second day in a row.
Indian police accused of sexually harassing journalists at protest
The allegations were made after police detained dozens of protesters demanding the resignation of the election chief over changes to voter rolls.
Christa Pike's prognosis still unclear after failed execution, lawyer says
Pike's lawyer says doctors are still trying to clear two lethal doses of pentobarbital from her body.
Why Canada is wargaming a (long shot) US invasion
Prime Minister Mark Carney has said the military is running scenarios in the unlikely case the US invades Canada.
Why pastors may not be seen - or heard - preaching on Ghana's buses for much longer
Ghana is a predominantly Christian country where preaching on public transport is widespread.
Could El Niño mean there are no Atlantic hurricanes this year?
For the first time in three decades there has not been a single Atlantic hurricane in September, normally the most active month.
Rare tornado whips through small Australian town
The twister was caught on camera in Ulladulla, New South Wales, damaging property and downing trees.
Why has Brazil accused the US of election interference?
The Latin American country will vote for its next president, as Lula da Silva and Bolsonaro clash over sovereignty, security and ties with Washington.
Will Spain's housing crisis lead to a snap election?
The BBC's Guy Hedgecoe is in Madrid, where a series of marches have been scheduled, after Spain's Congress rejected measures aimed at tackling the country's housing crisis.
Newly released video shows Luigi Mangione’s arrest
The bodycam footage also shows a police officer finding a gun in Mangione's backpack, days after the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
How widely used is the death penalty in the US?
The death penalty is back in the news after Christa Pike survived two lethal injection attempts in Tennessee - but how widely used is it in the US?
Inside Yemen's front-line city as Houthis battle for control
In rare access to Yemen's conflict zone the BBC travels to the front line with pro-government soldiers.
Embattled Serbian president resigns, paving way for early elections
Aleksandar Vučić's administration has been dogged by prolonged protests over allegations of corruption.
Two bodies found after avalanche hits Himalayan climbing group
Rescuers are looking for at least 10 Nepalese people who were preparing to take climbers up the Himlung Himal peak.
Two mass shootings in South Africa leave 27 dead
The two attacks hours apart come as the country struggles to stop high levels of gang-related armed violence.
Four killed in helicopter crash near Montreal
The victims of the crash have not yet been identified, Quebec provincial police told the BBC.
Venezuela releases dozens of political prisoners as election calls grow
A slew of dissidents being released from long-term detention comes days after the nation's interim leader met the US president.
Switzerland rejects stricter interpretation of its neutrality
The initiative would have prevented the nation from imposing sanctions unless approved by the UN.
Iranian minister says only negotiation can end conflict after Trump rejects Hormuz deal
The foreign minister says Tehran is waiting for an official rejection of a deal, despite the US President's comments.
Pope says 'scourge' of abuse must be rooted out as he visits Lourdes
Pope Leo spoke to bishops before leading a service attended by thousands of worshippers in France.
One dead as nor'easter storm pummels New York and New Jersey
Tens of millions of people from Maine to Virginia found themselves in the path of the powerful weather system.
Killer Christa Pike to be executed within days - but her defence say she's a victim too
Lawyers for Pike, who killed a fellow student in 1995, say she should get clemency and would not be sentenced to death if the crime happened today.
Woman charged with stealing from patients and staff at hospitals across Ontario
The 34-year-old is under investigation for incidents that began in February 2024 up until as recently as last month.
German town bans 'stumbling stone' memorials to Nazi victims
Germany's education minister has branded the ban on the small brass memorial plaques a "scandal".
Mother of woman found hanging in tree shocked as police say body was staged
Christy Spivey tells the BBC she only has more questions now police think Tasia Fortune's body was put in the tree after her death.
Bangkok roads submerged as flood disaster declared
Authorities said the heavy rains have subsided but the flooding is not yet over.
British national among six dead in building explosion close to Acropolis in Athens
Four Americans and a Greek national are among those killed in a suspected gas explosion, officials said.
Why some Indian civil servants become heroes for doing their jobs
In a system often marked by red tape and exhausting delays, officers seen to be following the rules get adulation.
News media must stay relevant or 'society will struggle', says World News Day organiser
World News Day aims to highlight the role of news providers in investigating and explaining important events.
Before BTS and Blackpink, there was Big Bang: Now the Kings of K-pop are back
Big Bang played London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, marking a long-awaited return for the group that helped build the blueprint for modern K-pop.
Young people in China are fangirling over a professor who gets their anxiety
China's economy and tech have developed at breakneck speed, but there is plenty worrying its Gen Z.
The treasured 'eternal snow' on this tropical island is about to disappear forever
Climate change is transforming Papua's snowy peaks, which hold scientific value and spiritual significance.
