Thailand reopens to vaccinated tourists from over 60 nations

Authorities hope reopening will generate $30bn for the tourism sector despite ongoing restrictions.

New Zealand bat flies away with bird of the year award

The win, seen by some as a much-needed PR victory for bats, has ruffled feathers among bird-lovers.

How film-school reject Khadar Ahmed is winning prizes and hearts

Finnish-Somali prize-winning director Khadar Ahmed credits Africa for his great storytelling.

How Japan's new PM is promising a 'new capitalism'

Will leader Fumio Kishida's plans to share the wealth materialise?

Can we stomach the latest food innovations?

Our growing appetite for novel food tech - from lab grown meat to nano-packaging.

Real life Succession battle plagues Canada's largest telecoms firm

A bitter power struggle at Rogers Communications has gone from 'Succession' to 'Game of Thrones'.

COP26: The issues that stand in the way of progress

As the serious business of negotiation finally begins in Glasgow, we look at the key barriers to progress.

Climate change: Four things you can do about your carbon footprint

Small changes to our lifestyles and choices could limit our personal carbon footprint.

Climate change: What are the big polluters doing to cut carbon emissions?

The top emissions-producing nations all have plans to tackle global warming, but what progress are they making?

Libya: Thousands of migrants and refugees camp on UN's doorstep

Thousands of people are on the streets after fleeing overcrowded detention centres in Libya's capital.

Mount Augustus: Preserving Australia's lesser-known sacred rock

Aboriginal rangers step up efforts to preserve Mount Augustus - a landmark twice the size of Uluru.

Bam Bus: Three women, one cheating ex and an adventure

Bekah, Abi and Morgan became friends after discovering they were all dating the same man.

Climate change: The Indian village that could disappear under water

A village in the eastern coast of India faces the risk of going under water amid rising sea levels.

Aukus: French president says Australian PM lied over submarine deal

Asked if Australia's leader was untruthful, France's president responds: "I don't think, I know."

One dead in Czech cable car crash

The incident at a popular tourist site happened when one cabin came loose from its cable and fell.

Vienna Open: Alexander Zverev beats Frances Tiafoe for title

Alexander Zverev continues his dominant form since the summer, beating Frances Tiafoe in the Vienna Open final.

Climate change: Extreme weather events are 'the new norm'

Scientists from the WMO say global warming is leading the world into "uncharted territory".

UK and France blame each other over fishing row stalemate

Johnson says Macron should "de-escalate the rhetoric" and Macron says the "ball is in Britain's court".

Biden at G20: Russia and China 'didn't show up' on climate

US President Joe Biden addresses disappointment by some about what was agreed at the G20 ahead of COP26.

Sudan coup: Khartoum barricaded by pro-democracy activists

Three people were reportedly killed and 100 wounded after a crackdown on mass protests on Saturday.

Japan election: Ruling LDP set for reduced majority - polls

Polls predict new Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's party will have a reduced majority in the lower house.

Stars of music enter the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Carole King, Jay-Z and Foo Fighters and others were inducted at a star studded Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony.

Man dies during bull-running event in Spanish city of Onda

Authorities said the man suffered a head wound and had an artery punctured in his thigh by the bull.

ICYMI: A baby rhino and million dollar trainers

A roundup of stories you might have missed this week, including a hoverbike and million dollar trainers.

Greta Thunberg: It's never too late to do as much as we can

Activist Greta Thunberg is still hopeful the world can achieve "massive changes" to combat climate change.

Yemen: Nine killed in Aden airport car bomb

The attack near Aden's airport is the deadliest to strike the temporary capital since last year.

'Father of tiramisu' Ado Campeol dies aged 93

Campeol owned a restaurant in Italy where the dessert was invented by his wife and a pastry chef.

G20 in final push to reach deal on climate at Rome summit

The leaders of the world's richest economies are looking for an agreement ahead of COP26.

COP26: 'Moment of truth' as world meets for climate summit

COP26 begins in Glasgow, amid dire warnings for the future if urgent climate action is not taken.

‘As a child I saw the plane crash that killed my sisters'

Harriet was waving her sisters off when the plane left the runway and burned. Now she's finding others linked to the tragedy.

The white student braving racial politics in South Africa

Jess Griesel faces a backlash for joining a party that backs the interests of poor black South Africans.

Can COP26 really save the planet?

Past COPs our science editor went to didn't stop climate change - will this one be any different?

Climate change: What's it like living in a place where it's 50C?

The BBC has spoken to people around the world about how extreme heat is changing their lives.

COP26: What effect does methane have on climate change? And more questions

BBC science correspondent Matt McGrath answers your questions about Glasgow's COP26 climate summit.

COP26: How Glasgow is hosting world leaders

About 120 world leaders from US President Joe Biden to the prime minister of Andorra will be in Glasgow for COP26.

A lifetime with the Yanomami people of the Amazon

The photographer who spent 50 years fighting to protect indigenous people.

How the Taliban takeover changed my life

From office workers to students, Afghans share how their lives have changed since August.

Alec Baldwin makes first public comments on 'one in a trillion' shooting

In his first public comments, the actor says the cinematographer he accidentally shot was his friend.

Israeli woman jailed three times for refusing to join the army

Most Jewish Israelis do military service. But a small number, like Shahar, take an ideological stance.

The women reviving a vanishing legacy of Sufi music in Kashmir

This six-piece band has overcome a lot of opposition to be able to play Islamic devotional music.

Igor Kirillov: TV man known as the face of the USSR dies at 89

Soviet TV's chief newsreader anchored major events in the country that collapsed in 1991.

Sudan coup: Thousands take to streets in new protests

Demonstrators across the country are demanding an immediate return to a civilian-led government.

La Palma volcano survivors shaken but determined to rebuild

A vast lava flow reshapes a Canary Islands landscape, but does not crush the locals' hopes.

Indian PM Narendra Modi invites Pope for visit

The invitation is a significant turnaround, after negotiations for a papal visit collapsed in 2017.

T20 World Cup: The toxic trolling of India's cricket stars

As online abuse becomes the main form of venting, many worry about the toxicity cricketers face on social media.

Ancient wooden Mayan canoe unearthed almost intact in Mexico

Archaeologists discovered the boat during construction work on a new tourist train network.

G20: Climate and Covid top agenda as world leaders meet

The G20 leaders are holding their first face-to-face meeting since the start of the pandemic.

Tonga records first coronavirus case since start of pandemic

The island nation was one of the last countries in the world not to have reported any infections.

The Rolling Stones: Robot dog 'Spot' shares Mick Jagger's moves

A unique robotic version of Start Me Up celebrates 40 years since the release of The Rolling Stones' Tattoo You album.

Covid-19 origins may never be known, US intelligence agencies say

But US agencies say the virus, first identified in China, was not developed as a biological weapon.

COP26: What do the poorest countries want from climate summit?

Rich countries will get most of the attention, but developing countries are on climate change's front line.

Marshall 'Major' Taylor: The first black American world champion & his fight to the top

Marshall 'Major' Taylor was the first black American to become a world champion, in 1899. This is his largely forgotten story.

The 17-year-old making films fun for deaf children

Mariella, 17, made an app during lockdown that's helping some kids enjoy films for the first time.

Canada challenges compensation order for indigenous children

The Trudeau government opposes the court order to pay C$40,000 to each indigenous child.

Week in pictures: 23 - 29 October 2021

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week.

La Palma: Living with lava

Residents on the Spanish island share how Cumbre Vieja's eruption has changed their lives.

The viral basketball star changing views on Muslim women in sport

Viral basketball sensation Jamad Fiin's videos have racked up millions of views online.

COP26: African climate activists' message to world leaders

Young climate activists from Africa share their message to world leaders at COP26.

California condors: Virgin births discovered in critically endangered birds

Scientists discover California condors can give birth without any male genetic DNA.

Palestinian groups branded terrorists by Israel say they are being silenced

Six human rights groups outlawed by Israel say they are being silenced and want the ban removed.

Dramatic footage shows tornado cut across Texas highway

The twister flung trees and cars into the air and affected 100 homes, officials said.

The moment Facebook became Meta

Meta, the rebranded Facebook, made its debut at the company’s headquarters with a new sign today.

Poland to build Belarus border wall to block migrant influx

The wall to curb a wave of migrants entering from Belarus has been approved by Poland's parliament.

Sicily floods: Stay at home warning as Cyclone Apollo hits

Streets are flooded and train lines blocked as the Italian island of Sicily is hit again by storms.

Heather Mack: Bali 'suitcase murder' accomplice released early

Heather Mack had been in jail for helping to kill her mother and stuffing her body into a suitcase.

Is Hong Kong's label as Asia's financial capital at risk?

With the 2019 protests and imposition of the National Security Law, plus Covid-19 border closures, is Hong Kong's label as Asia's financial capital at risk? Katie Silver reports

Pope urges 'radical' climate response in exclusive BBC message

In an exclusive message recorded for the BBC, Pope Francis addresses world leaders ahead of COP26.

Arnold Schwarzenegger calls leaders 'liars' over climate

The actor and former governor of California speaks to BBC radio 4 ahead of the COP26 climate summit.

Squid Game cryptocurrency soars 2300% in first few days

The popular Netflix show has now spawned its new cryptocurrency - and its soaring.

Gordon Brown calls for richer countries to airlift surplus Covid vaccines

Former UK prime minister Gordon Brown has called for richer countries to airlift surplus Covid vaccines.

COP26: Four numbers that set the stage for climate change negotiations

The Queen cancelling her appearance and a climate pledge delayed - what do they mean for COP26?

Climate Change: What are the big polluters doing to cut carbon emissions?

The top CO2-producing nations all have plans to tackle global warming - but what progress are they making?

COP26: Arnold Schwarzenegger angered by world leaders' climate policies

The Terminator actor also says reducing meat intake does not have to mean sacrificing something.

Biden lands in Europe with domestic spending plans in limbo

The US president is attending two summits, while his $2.75tn (£2tn) spending plans are up in the air.

Andrew Cuomo: Ex-NY governor accused of groping in court filing

The criminal complaint alleges the ex-NY governor forcibly touched a woman at the governor's mansion.

Inside the controversial US gunshot-detection firm

BBC News has been given access to ShotSpotter, the controversial US technology company that detects gunshots.

Indonesia calls for vaccine equity after Covid toll

In an exclusive interview, President Joko Widodo urges rich countries to share their vaccines.

Europe's floods: Lessons from German tragedy

Recriminations have followed the July floods and the alleged failure to alert residents.

Two US neo-Nazis from 'the Base' jailed for terrorist plot

The sentence comes as part of a federal government crackdown on violent white nationalists.

The Taliban’s secretive war against IS

Jalalabad is the frontline in murky and bloody battle between two groups, and the death toll is rising.

Mikheil Saakashvili: Hunger-striking ex-leader rattles Georgia from jail

Mikheil Saakashvili was president, but is now in prison as the government tries to silence him.

Why the vending machine is making a comeback

From milkshakes to pizzas, new vending machines are selling an expanding range of products.

Ethiopia food crisis: Why does PM have a problem with wheat aid?

Ethiopia has been increasing its wheat production, but this is yet to catch up with growing wheat demand.

Africa's week in pictures: 22-28 October 2021

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

Japan election: Why the ruling party keeps winning

As Sunday's polls approach, we look at why it is so difficult to defeat the ruling party.

Climate change: Major US oil companies face grilling by Congress

House Democrats accuse major oil companies of misleading the public for decades.

Facebook changes its name to Meta in major rebrand

The social media giant says the new name will better encompass what it does.

Laos makes Southeast Asia's largest ever drug bust

A truck was carrying 55 million amphethamine tablets and over 1.5 tonnes of crystal methamphetamine.

Climate change: Major US oil companies to testify in Congress

A US congressional hearing will examine whether oil companies misled the public about climate change.

Covid: Moscow shops and restaurants shut in partial lockdown

Russia closes non-essential services and sends workers home amid record Covid deaths.

Rémy Daillet: Conspiracist charged over alleged French coup plot

Rémy Daillet is accused of forming an extremist group to plan attacks against the French state.

No Squid Game Halloween costumes, New York schools say

The primary schools have warned parents about the Netflix series' "violent messages".

British fishing trawler detained by French authorities

Two British ships caught up in post-Brexit fishing rights row in French waters.

UK boat detained by France amid fishing rights row

A French minister says the boat did not have a licence to fish in French waters and was seized.

China rations diesel amid fuel shortages

It is likely to contribute to the global supply chain crisis and inflation, analysts told the BBC.

Sitting Bull: DNA confirms great-grandson's identity

A sample of the Native American leader's hair confirms the identity of his great-grandson.

Helping Chinatown's elderly during the pandemic

A volunteer army is delivering hundreds of meals to elderly East-Asians in New York.

Climate change: Polls shows rising demand for government action

Ahead of COP26, a BBC World Service poll finds growing support for strong political leadership.

ICC T20 World Cup: India arrests Muslims for cheering Pakistan cricket team

Several people have been arrested for supporting Pakistan during Sunday's T20 World Cup cricket game.

Fishing rights row: French threats disappointing, says Frost

The Brexit minister seeks "urgent clarification" after France says it will block ports to UK boats.

China limits construction of 'super high-rise buildings'

The decision is being seen as part of a larger bid to crackdown on vanity projects.

Chinese missile launch very concerning, says top US general

Gen Milley's comments were the first US acknowledgment of claims China tested a hypersonic missile.

'You have to prove your faith when you're dating as a black Muslim'

Radio 1 Newsbeat speaks to black Muslims about their experiences in the dating world and society.

Covid passes set to stay as Europe heads for winter

There have been protests but much of Europe has accepted the QR codes as a means of extending freedoms.

Climate change: Can India meet its targets?

As a major global climate summit approaches, is the Indian government on track to meet its own commitments?

Ruth Negga on her latest role – as a black woman passing as white

Based on the 1929 book by Nella Larsen, the film tells the story of childhood friends who meet in later life.

Pope Francis to visit Canada for indigenous reconciliation

The visit follows renewed attention on indigenous children who died at residential schools.

Benin Bronzes: 'My great-grandfather sculpted the looted treasures'

Nigerians welcome the return of artefacts - including Cambridge University's cockerel - looted in 1897.

Alec Baldwin film tragedy: Actor fired live round, police say

New Mexico authorities say it is too early to determine if arrests will be made or charges laid.

Israel advances plans for 3,000 new homes in West Bank settlements

The move follows a strong public rebuke of Israeli policy from US President Biden's administration.

Hong Kong passes new film censorship law

Authorities will have the power to ban films deemed to violate China's national security interests.

Bataclan attack: Reliving loss of my brother, Nick Alexander

Zoe Alexander told the suspects in the 2015 Paris attacks trial that they are war with themselves.

Sunao Tsuboi: Campaigning Hiroshima survivor dies aged 96

Sunao Tsuboi met Barack Obama on his historic visit to the site of the world's first nuclear attack.

Spain grants joint custody of dog in rare ruling

A lawyer calls the ruling pioneering as her client could declare herself as a "co-carer".

Josh Cavallo: 'I'm a footballer and I'm gay,' says Australian player

The Adelaide United player has become the only current male professional footballer to do so.

Moldova: Russia threatens gas supply in Europe's poorest state

Moldova has made history by buying gas from somewhere other than Russia. How will the Kremlin react?

Huma Abedin: Clinton aide details sex assault by US senator

In a new book, Huma Abedin says she was assaulted after a senator invited her into his home.

Covid: Australia to end ban on citizens leaving country

For the first time in 19 months, Australians will not need an exemption to travel overseas.

Mort Sahl: Legendary comedian and satirist dies at age 94

His political satire spared no side and revolutionised how stand-up comedy is now performed.

Sudan coup: Why the army is gambling with the future

The generals fear they are at risk if civilian rule demands accountability, argues Alex de Waal.

Lebanon: Beirut violence fuels fears of return to civil war

A deadly flare-up shows how Lebanon's festering tensions could spiral into all-out conflict again.

Alex Clare: The singer who chose his faith over Adele tour

Alex Clare on record label ultimatums and a hopeful return to a kinder music industry.

Malkhan Singh: The surrender of India's bandit king

Forty years ago, a photographer spent a week following India's dreaded "bandit king" Malkhan Singh.

Charlottesville: Why are the ‘Unite the Right’ organisers on trial?

Nine people injured at the 2017 far-right 'Unite the Right' rally in Virginia are suing organisers.

Life at 50C: Surviving in Kuwait's 'unbearable' heat

The Middle East is warming faster than much of the world, leaving Kuwaitis struggling with everyday life.

Ros Atkins on... India's climate challenge

A look at how India is trying to balance banishing poverty with meeting its climate commitments.

Covid: Charlize Theron wants fairer distribution of vaccines

The actress tells the BBC that nations must start sharing jabs to help reach the WHO's vaccination goals.

Covid: FDA officials back Pfizer jab for children over five in US

Health experts say the benefits outweigh the risks and recommend the FDA authorise the vaccine.

Agnes Wanjiru murder: Kenya family's anger over UK army 'cover-up'

Agnes Wanjiru was murdered nine years ago near a British army base in Kenya.

Rust: Assistant director had been sacked before over gun safety

Dave Halls had previously been dismissed from another film over gun safety violations.

US revokes licence of top Chinese telecoms company

Washington has banned China Telecom from operating in America, citing "national security concerns".

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau holds major cabinet shuffle

The major shuffle sees changes in portfolios including defence, the environment and foreign affairs.

Catania: Floods swamp city centre streets as rare storm hits Sicily

At least two people have died amid flooding caused by a rare storm in the city of Catania.

Signs of first planet found outside our galaxy

Astronomers have found hints of what could be the first planet ever to be discovered outside our galaxy.

Climate change: Sir David Attenborough in 'act now' warning

"If we don't act now, it'll be too late," warns Sir David Attenborough ahead of the COP26 climate summit.

Blue Origin: Jeff Bezos unveils plans for 'space business park'

His space company Blue Origin hopes its venture will replace the International Space Station.

Eco-friendly sex: What is it and how does it impact on climate change?

As more people try to live environmentally friendly lives, how do we make sex more sustainable?

Climate change: Australia pledges to reach net zero emissions by 2050

The 2050 target controversially omits new short-term goals and cuts to fossil fuel industries.

Japan's Princess Mako finally marries commoner boyfriend Kei Komuro

She will lose her royal status and has declined a $1.3m payment for leaving the family.

Chappelle slams cancel culture amid Netflix transgender furore

"I am not bending to anybody's demands," says the US comic of the transgender backlash he faces.

Facebook earns $9bn despite whistleblower scandal

The firm posts strong profits as it continues to face negative press over leaked internal documents.

Climate change: Four things you can do to help fight climate change

Small changes to our lifestyles and choices could limit our personal carbon footprint.

Eco-friendly sex: What is it and how does it impact on climate change?

As more people try to live environmentally friendly lives, how do we make sex more sustainable?

COP26: What is the Glasgow climate conference and why is it important?

A crucial climate change summit is being held in the UK - this is why it's important.

'Why I returned to Boko Haram and how I escaped'

Aisha Yerima, who was kidnapped aged 21, tells of her time living with militants in Nigeria.

Fleeing Afghanistan: 'Women are imprisoned, while the criminals are free'

When Afghanistan fell, hundreds of female judges went into hiding. After months living in fear, 26 have escaped.

The Harder They Fall: 'Raising hell' in Netflix's all-black Western

London-born Jeymes Samuel directs Regina King and Idris Elba in The Harder They Fall.

How a supply chain shortage hurts local businesses

A bottleneck could cost Daniel Liberson, an artisanal vinegar maker in Virginia, his small business.

Can Lego help save Singapore's coral reefs?

Scientists in Singapore are using the popular building block in an effort to rejuvenate its reefs.

Climate change: Pledge of $100bn annual aid slips to 2023

A key pledge on climate funding has still not been met, and the money is not sure to be there before 2023.

Sudan coup: Seven protesters killed and dozens injured

Soldiers are said to have opened fire on large crowds opposing the military takeover.

Covid: Biden sets new rules as air travel to the US reopens

All foreign travellers to the US will be required to show proof of vaccination or a negative test.

John Wayne Gacy murder victim named 45 years after vanishing

Police identify the remains of a man killed by notorious murderer John Wayne Gacy in the 1970s.

Collector returns Mayan artefact to Guatemala

Plans to auction the fragment, which depicts the head of an ancient ruler, sparked a row in 2019.

Turkey dispute with US eases after threat to expel envoys

Ten Western ambassadors had angered the Turkish president by urging a jailed activist's release.

Amnesty to close Hong Kong offices over National Security Law

The human rights organisation says its staff are under threat from the city's national security law.

Afghanistan facing desperate food crisis, UN warns

The UN World Food Programme says half the population now faces acute food insecurity.

Climate change quiz: Test your knowledge of how to reduce emissions

How much do you know about the steps you could take to help curb climate change?

Climate change: How do we know it is happening and caused by humans?

What's the evidence for global warming and how do we know it's being caused by human activity?

Sudan's civilian leaders arrested amid coup reports

It comes amid rising tensions between the country's military and civilian transitional authorities.

China postpones Beijing marathon due to Covid surge

Around 30,000 people were expected to take part in the marathon on October 31.

Michael Jordan's trainers sell for record $1.47m at auction

The US basketball legend wore the pair of red and white trainers during his first NBA season in 1984.

Climate change: The environmental disasters we've almost fixed

From acid rain to the ozone hole: Can we learn from the environmental "success stories" of the past?

Is internet addiction a growing problem?

Experts warn that the pandemic lockdowns have made more people vulnerable.

Living with the world's oldest mummies

In a town in northern Chile it is not unusual for residents to stumble across ancient mummies.

How China’s past shapes Xi's thinking - and his view of the world

Heightened tensions with Taiwan has the world wondering where President Xi Jinping sees China on the world stage.

Tigray crisis: How the West has fallen out with Ethiopia's PM

The EU and US threaten punitive action against the government and rebels as conflict escalates.

The bumpy road to India's electric car revolution

New investments and incentives are making electric vehicles more viable. But is India ready for the change?

The Gambia: 'We are crying for justice'

A report into alleged human rights abuses during the rule of former president Jammeh has been delayed.

How can Coca-Cola solve its plastic problem?

The drinks company has been named the world's biggest plastic polluter.

Inside the Indonesian cave where oldest animal art was found

The BBC is given rare access to film the 45,500-year-old images found on an Indonesian island.

Facebook whistleblower meets safe content campaigner

Molly, 14, died after viewing graphic content on Instagram, which is owned by Facebook.

James Michael Tyler: Friends' actor dies aged 59

The US actor, who played Gunther on the show, had been diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer.

James Michael Tyler: 11 of Gunther's funniest Friends moments

A look back at some of the character's highlights following actor James Michael Tyler's death.

Colombian drug lord Otoniel to be extradited to US

US officials had placed a $5m (£3.6m) bounty on the head of Otoniel, Colombia's most wanted drug lord.

Canada: Evacuations as ship spews toxic gas off coast

The Zim Kingston ship is burning but officials said there is no safety risk to people on land.

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe: Husband begins new hunger strike in London

Aid worker Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe is distraught at the prospect of returning to jail, her husband Richard says.

T20 World Cup: Pakistan hammer India by 10 wickets to claim famous win

Pakistan hammer India by 10 wickets to claim a famous win over their great rivals at the Men's T20 World Cup in Dubai.

Kobe Bryant's wife Vanessa first heard of his death online

Vanessa Bryant said she learned about the death of her husband by seeing "RIP Kobe" notifications.

Barcelona 1-2 Real Madrid: David Alaba scores as Real top La Liga

Real Madrid beat Barcelona in a new-look El Clasico to go top of the La Liga table and leave Ronald Koeman's side down in eighth.

German far-right group attempt to block migrants

Police have stopped vigilantes armed with batons, pepper spray and a machete at the Polish border.

Halyna Hutchins: Vigil held in New Mexico for cinematographer

The cinematographer was fatally shot by a prop gun while filming for western movie Rust.

Your pictures on the theme of minimalism

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

Uganda: Suspected bomb attack in Kampala after terror warnings

The suspected terrorist bombing comes a week after the UK warned about a possible attack.

Bellator 269: Fedor Emelianenko claims stunning knockout in Moscow

Russian MMA icon Fedor Emelianenko knocks out the number two-ranked heavyweight Tim Johnson in Bellator 269 in Moscow.

Atlanta Braves beat Los Angeles Dodgers to reach World Series against Houston Astros

The Atlanta Braves beat the Los Angeles Dodgers to reach the 2021 World Series, where they will face the Houston Astros.

Climate change: Why Australia refuses to give up coal

Australia is the only rich nation still wedded to coal, despite urgent calls to stop its use.

COP26: Document leak reveals nations lobbying to change key climate report

Countries are asking the UN to play down the need to move rapidly away from fossil fuels.

Climate change: Fossil fuel production set to soar over next decade

Government plans to extract coal, oil and gas are incompatible with safe temperatures, says the UN.

The Gravedigger's Wife: Somali love story wins Africa's top film prize

Somali film The Gravedigger's Wife focuses on the lengths people go to save a loved one.

Picasso masterpieces fetch nearly $110m at Las Vegas auction

The works, which were owned by MGM Resorts, featured in the Picasso Restaurant at the Bellagio Hotel.

Colombia's most wanted drug lord Otoniel captured

The US had placed a $5m bounty on the head of 50-year-old Dairo Antonio Usuga, better known as Otoniel.

What's next after the release of Meng Wanzhou?

Ms Meng and the two Canadian Michaels are home - but will the relations with China ever be the same?

Fears of new arms race after Chinese missile test

China's firing of a new nuclear-capable missile carried on a glider has raised questions about a US response.

Iran: The painful choices of being pregnant and unmarried

Abortion or emigration are often considered the only way out by cohabiting couples who conceive.

Why Kenyan churches are banning politicians from pulpits

Churches seek to wrestle back control of pulpits from politicians after years of cosy relations.

Record-breaking ferris wheel opens in Dubai

The massive wheel was opened in Dubai with a lavish fireworks display to mark the occasion.

Joel Souza, filmmaker wounded in Alec Baldwin gun incident, 'gutted' at friend's death

Joel Souza, wounded by a gun fired by actor Alec Baldwin, grieves for lost friend Halyna Hutchins.

Alex Quiñónez: Ecuador sprinter shot dead

Quiñónez, one of the country's best known athletes, was shot in the city of Guyaquil.

Turkey moves to throw out US and nine other envoys

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan declares them "persona non grata" for urging an activist's release.

Agnes Tirop: Mourners pay respects to running star

Many athletes turn out for the funeral of Agnes Tirop, who was found stabbed to death at her home.

Matteo Salvini: Right-wing Italy politician on trial for blocking migrant boat

The right-wing politician is charged with kidnapping and dereliction of duty, which he denies.

Greta Thunberg: 'We need public pressure, not just summits'

The climate activist speaks to the BBC about the COP26 conference, emissions targets and rickrolling.

Saudi Arabia commits to net zero emissions by 2060

The world's biggest oil exporter will cut carbon emissions, but not stop producing fossil fuels.

China seeks to lift homework pressures on schoolchildren

A new law urges parents to allow children time for rest and exercise, and restrict time spent online.

Record high migrant detentions at US-Mexico border

More than 1.7 million migrants were stopped in the past year, including 145,000 children.

Alec Baldwin told gun was safe before fatal shooting - court records

The actor was handed the weapon by an assistant director before Halyna Hutchins was shot, a warrant says.

Audio depicts Rust set after shooting

Newly released recordings showed first responders’ activity after Baldwin shot Hutchins with a prop gun.

Saving a million salmon and a tribe in a historic drought

Officials destroyed dams so salmon could swim upstream. It helped preserve the livelihoods of the Hupa tribe.

Covid: Romania's health system torn apart by pandemic

Intensive care beds are full, patients wait outside and vaccination rates are among Europe's lowest.

Trafficked to Europe for sex: A survivor’s story

Expecting to become a carer in Copenhagen, Jewel was forced into prostitution. But two chance meetings enabled her to escape.

The soft toys parents hope connect kids to their faith

Why sales of 'singing' religious cuddly toys for very young children are booming.

Abortion in Mexico: Fight for rights just beginning, women say

Mexican women celebrate the Supreme Court ruling decriminalising abortion but say obstacles remain.

Former refugees in US to Afghans: 'You are not alone'

Refugees who fled their home countries to be in the US offer advice to America's newest refugees.

Will Apple be the last US tech giant left in China?

As Microsoft closes down the main version of LinkedIn, Apple looks more alone in China than ever.

Texas abortion law to stay in place until Supreme Court decision

The controversial law will be tested next month when the court holds an expedited hearing.

Kerala floods: Our son was buried by mud - we couldn't save him

The walls of three-year-old Sachu's house collapsed when it was hit by heavy rain and flooding in Kerala.

Middle East: Deadly Palestinian and Israeli clash

Eight people have been killed and hundreds injured in protests at the occupied West Bank.

South African ex-policewoman killed relatives and boyfriend for insurance cash

Nomia Rosemary Ndlovu killed five family members and her boyfriend for life insurance, a court rules.

Bernard Haitink: Celebrated classical conductor dies at 92

Bernard Haitink led the world's top orchestras in London, Amsterdam, Chicago and Dresden.

Li Yundi: China's 'Piano Prince' detained for hiring prostitute

Observers said his detention could be seen as a warning to other "immoral" celebrities.

Biden says US will defend Taiwan if China attacks

His comments are an apparent departure from the long-held US policy of "strategic ambiguity".

Alec Baldwin fatally shoots woman with prop gun on movie set

A man is also being treated in hospital after the firearm was discharged on set in New Mexico.

Evergrande shares rise on report of bond interest payment

Shares opened up 6% after reports the Chinese property giant made a payment before a crucial deadline.

One of world's last northern white rhinos retired from breeding scheme

Najin, 32, has been part of a programme in Kenya trying to save her species from extinction.

Crime-hit Chicago grapples with police vaccine revolt

Vaccination rates have lagged among US police, even as Covid-19 becomes their leading cause of death.

How Belarus is helping ‘tourists’ break into the EU

Belarus is accused of taking revenge for EU sanctions by offering migrants tourist visas, and helping them across its border.

Canadians hurt slipping in snow can now sue cities

The Supreme Court rules in favour of a woman who was injured climbing a snowbank in British Columbia.

Russia's Covid nightmare driven by vaccine rejection

More than 1,000 people are dying in Russia every day, and in Vologda only one in four is vaccinated.

Bangladesh's Hindus living in fear following mob attacks

Homes and temples of Hindu Bangladeshis have been torched across the country, and at least seven killed.

Contrails: How tweaking flight plans can help the climate

Why experts say cutting contrails costs less than $1bn a year but may be worth so much more.

Why the Newcastle United takeover is controversial

Here are some of the reasons why the Saudi-led consortium has proved controversial.

Khaby Lame: What is the secret to success for the Senegal-born TikToker?

How the Senegalese-born 21-year-old's myth-busting of "life hacks" made him a household name.

Gabby Petito: Fiancé Brian Laundrie's remains found - FBI

A skull was reportedly found in the hunt for Brian Laundrie, a person of interest in Gabby Petito's death.

Heat blamed for mysterious deaths of California hiker family

The family of three and their dog were found dead on a trail in Devil's Gulch Valley two months ago.

La Palma: Scientists collect volcano samples

Scientists will look at the viscosity of the red-hot lava from the ongoing Cumbre Vieja eruption.

Climate change will bring global tension, US intelligence report says

Countries will argue over a response and the poorest will suffer most, US intelligence says.

Steve Bannon: House votes for ex-Trump aide to face contempt charge

Only nine Republicans in the chamber voted to hold Mr Bannon in contempt.

Enes Kanter: Boston Celtics star under fire over China comments

Enes Kanter calls China's leader a "brutal dictator", while Beijing accuses him of seeking attention.

US surgeon explains pig kidney-human transplant test

A US team says it successfully transplanted a genetically modified pig's kidney into a brain-dead human.

Robot artist Ai-Da released by Egyptian border guards

Authorities, who held the robot for 10 days, feared that it may have been hiding covert spy tools.

Amazon sees fresh push to unionise in New York

Warehouse workers in Staten Island hope to organise, in the latest labour push at the firm.

Texas nurse guilty of killing patients by injecting them with air

William Davis injected at least seven patients with air and could now face the death penalty.

Cleo Smith: Police offer A$1m reward amid fears girl, 4, was abducted

Cleo Smith, 4, vanished from a tent at a remote coastal campsite in Western Australia on Saturday.

More games, more countries, more travel: Does European football care about its climate impact?

European football is expanding, with more games in more countries than ever before. So how does that tally with the sport reducing its climate impact?

South Korea launches first homegrown space rocket Nuri

The move comes as the country pursues its space ambitions as an arms race with North Korea heats up.

Why separatists in Cameroon and Nigeria have united

Armed militias in the two countries are said to be helping each other with weapons and intelligence.

Squid's Victory? China streaming site accused of copying Squid Game

Chinese streaming site Youku said that it was just a "draft" poster, but netizens weren't convinced.

Trump to launch new social media platform TRUTH Social

The former US president said it would be used to "stand up to the tyranny of big tech".

Covid vaccine: India administers more than one billion Covid jabs

But experts say the pace needs to pick up for India to meet its target of vaccinating all adults by 2021.

Tax cheat schemes cost governments billions

Major tax evasion and avoidance schemes have deprived countries of £127bn, research shows.

Evergrande shares resume trading after 17-day halt

Shares of the Chinese property giant fell 10% on Thursday morning in Hong Kong.

The people trying to save the Himalayas

Locals in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh are demanding a stop to new hydro-power projects.

COP26: Document leak reveals nations lobbying to change key climate report

Countries are asking the UN to play down the need to move rapidly away from fossil fuels.

Netflix employees protest 'transphobic' Dave Chappelle comedy show

Activists say the streaming giant's comedy special could fuel attacks on transgender people.

Covid: WHO warns pandemic will drag on into 2022

Slow vaccine supply to poorer nations means the crisis will last longer than it needs to, experts say.

China: The patriotic 'ziganwu' bloggers who attack the West

Their scathing posts have shot them to fame amid rising nationalist fervour - but they toe a fine line.

The remote British island hoping to see more visitors

The territory of St Helena, which has remained coronavirus-free, wants a big rise in tourists.

God and robots: Will AI transform religion?

Robot "priests" can recite prayers, perform funerals, and even comfort those experiencing a spiritual crisis.

How green politics are changing Europe

The Greens performed well in German elections but they are having to adapt their policies to succeed.

UK agrees free trade deal with New Zealand

The government says consumers and businesses will benefit from deal, but it is unlikely to boost growth.

Paris Hilton: I couldn't sleep for 20 years from memories of youth care abuse

Paris Hilton alleges she was strangled, slapped and watched in the shower while in a youth care facility.

Gabby Petito: Items found in search for missing fiancé Brian Laundrie

Items belonging to Gabby Petito's missing fiancé have been found in a Florida park, the FBI says.

Paris Hilton pushes for US youth care abuse reform

The reality star spoke in Washington DC about her alleged abuse in residential care as a teenager.

All Afghans have the right to a passport - Taliban

But sports personalities, people seeking medical treatment or wanting to study abroad will be prioritised.

Syria: Deadly blast on military bus in Damascus

At least 13 people are reported to have died in an attack on a military vehicle in Syria's capital.

Uttarakhand: At least 46 killed in floods in Himalayan state

Unusually heavy rainfall has triggered flash floods in India's northern state of Uttarakhand.

Michael Slater: Australian ex-cricketer arrested over alleged domestic violence

The former batsman was arrested in Sydney over an alleged domestic violence incident.

IMF warns Afghanistan's economic slump will impact neighbours

Afghanistan's economic turmoil will fuel a refugee crisis impacting nearby countries, the fund warned.

Steve Bannon: Lawmakers vote to hold ex-Trump aide in contempt

Steve Bannon could be prosecuted for refusing to give evidence to lawmakers investigating the Capitol riot.

Squid Game helps Netflix subscriptions bounce back

The streaming giant added 4.4 million new users in the third quarter as foreign language shows continued to fly.

Rachel Levine: Transgender official sworn in as four-star admiral

Dr Rachel Levine is already the nation's most prominent openly transgender federal official.

Credit Suisse fined over Mozambique tuna scandal

Bank to pay £147m fine to UK authorities as part of wider settlement over a corruption scandal.

North Korea confirms 'successful' submarine-launched missile test

This comes a day after South Korea reported an apparent weapons test in waters off Japan's coast.

Capitol riots officer: The moment the mob took me

Video from outside the Capitol shows police officer Mike Fanone scream as he was tasered in the head.

Myanmar: Mass release of political prisoners

Some of the political prisoners released by the authorities in Myanmar describe how they endured life in jail.

When a cobra became a murder weapon

A 28-year-old man killed his wife using a cobra, in what prosecutors say is the first crime of its kind.

The US suburban couple accused of a bungled treason plot

The Toebbes seemed to have everything - so why did they allegedly try to sell nuclear secrets?

The Indian women widowed by Covid-19

In India, Covid has widowed thousands of women, who are now struggling to adjust to a new life.

Sudan on the brink amid scramble for democracy

A power-sharing deal between the military and civilians is under pressure with concerns of violence.

Ros Atkins on… Europe's climate challenge

Ros Atkins looks at how Europe is getting to grips with its emissions problem.

Oleg Deripaska: FBI searches US homes linked to Russian oligarch

Agents are sweeping homes linked to Oleg Deripaska, a Russian oligarch who is under US sanctions.

Navy report blames crew for devastating fire on the Bonhomme Richard

The amphibious USS Bonhomme Richard was decommissioned after a fire burned on board for four days.

Austria driver sought after two migrants found dead on bus

Austrian police are searching for the driver of a minibus after dozens were found crammed inside.

Plane crashes in Texas with no serious injuries

A plane was carrying 21 people crashed near Houston Executive Airport, with no serious injuries reported.

Pornhub owner settles with Girls Do Porn victims over videos

A group of 50 women sued MindGeek over a sex-trafficking operation by Girls Do Porn.

Covid: Moscow imposes new restrictions as infections soar

Most of the over-60s in Russia's capital face months of lockdown as Covid deaths hit a new record.

Haiti kidnappers 'demand $17m' for missionaries

The missionaries from the US and Canada were seized as they were returning from an orphanage.

Male State: Russia bans group for anti-women and anti-gay posts

Russia bans a group called Male State which hounded women and gay people online.

Polish PM accuses EU of blackmail as row over rule of law escalates

Mateusz Morawiecki clashes with EU leaders over a Polish court ruling that rejected parts of EU law.

Nick Rolovich: Washington State football coach fired for refusing Covid vaccine

College football coach Nick Rolovich loses his $3.1m-a-year job for shirking a state vaccine mandate.

Man falls to death from hot air balloon in Israel

The crew member was seen hanging from the basket before he slipped and fell onto a moving car.

Uttarakhand floods: Dramatic rescue of car passengers trapped in floods

Officials used cranes to pull the car and its occupants to safety in India's Uttarakhand state.

Diver finds 900-year-old crusader sword off Israel's coast

The blade, which is encrusted with marine organisms, is believed to be about 900 years old.

North Korea fires ballistic missile into waters off Japan

The launch, confirmed by the South, is the latest in a series of missile tests by Pyongyang.

Cleo Smith: 'Grave concerns' for Australian girl missing from beach campsite

Police have "grave concerns" for four-year-old Cleo Smith, after she vanished from her family's tent.

Haiti kidnap: 400 Mawozo accused of US missionary kidnap

The armed gang, called 400 Mawozo, is holding 17 women, men and children from the US and Canada.

The battle to make lighter life-saving body armour

New materials are making body armour lighter but nanotechnology could provide a breakthrough.

Narendra Modi: 'Why is the Indian PM's photo on my Covid vaccine certificate?'

A 62-year-old Indian wants a new Covid-19 vaccine certificate without Narendra Modi's photograph.

The key moments of Colin Powell's life

The son of Jamaican immigrants, his story was hailed as an example of what's possible in America.

Afghanistan: US envoy Zalmay Khalilzad steps down after withdrawal

Zalmay Khalilzad led talks with the Taliban that resulted in a deal to fully withdraw US troops.

Covid: Australia's Flying Doctors take vaccines to vast remote areas

The famed service is helping solve the immense challenge of vaccinating remote Australia.

The shortages hitting countries around the world

People and businesses across the world are facing shortages of everything from coal to coffee.

Eric Zemmour: Far-right journalist cast as Macron election rival

Eric Zemmour - tipped to run for the French presidency - is rebranding far-right nationalism.

Trudeau visits First Nation to apologise after holiday snub

His apology comes two weeks after he skipped an event on the first Truth and Reconciliation Day.

Tigray: Ethiopian government admits Mekelle airstrike

Officials had earlier denied the government was behind allegedly deadly attacks in the region.

Kerala floods: Couple sail to wedding in large cooking pot

Images of the pair travelling to a temple in Kerala state amid flooding are widely shared online.

Mastermind of deadly 2016 Baghdad bombing caught, Iraq says

Ghazwan al-Zawbaee is allegedly behind a 2016 attack on a shopping centre that killed 300 people.

Norway attack: Victims killed with 'sharp object', not arrows

Victims of last week's bow-and-arrow attack were actually killed by a "sharp object", police say.

Malala Yousafzai urges Taliban to allow girls' education

The Nobel Prize laureate says the Taliban must announce girls can go to school in Afghanistan.

China's growth slowdown suggests recovery is losing steam

The world's second largest economy expanded by less than expected in the third quarter.

Sean Wainui: Maori All Blacks player dies in New Zealand car crash

Tributes are paid to Maori All Blacks centre Sean Wainui after the 25-year-old dies in a car crash in New Zealand.

Israel: Hundreds strip naked by the Dead Sea

Hundreds of people stripped naked by the Dead Sea in Israel to highlight environmental changes.

Facebook to hire 10,000 in EU to work on metaverse

Mark Zuckerberg is a leading voice on the metaverse - a virtual reality version of the internet.

Australian pair survive days without water in remote outback

The man and teenage boy endured up to four days without water in "harsh" conditions, police say.

Afghan girls are ‘left in darkness’ by the Taliban

BBC correspondent Yogita Limaye goes to the former women's affairs ministry in Kabul to question the Taliban on women's rights.

Does a climate summit need 25,000 people? And more questions

BBC science correspondent Matt McGrath answers your questions about Glasgow's COP26 climate summit.

Hungary: Mayor Marki-Zay wins run-off to challenge Orban

Polls suggest Peter Marki-Zay has the best chance of ousting Prime Minister Viktor Orban.

I get abuse and threats online - why can't it be stopped?

Online abuse against women is on the rise, but why aren't the police, government and social media sites doing more to stop it?

You may be able to book a flying taxi within three years

Firms are racing to bring flying taxis and the mini-airports they need into service.

The Nigerians who want Israel to accept them as Jews

A small Nigerian community claims Jewish ancestry dating hundreds of years but Israel does not recognise them.

The nightmare of India's tallest rubbish mountain

India's oldest and tallest mountain of rubbish in the city of Mumbai is 18 storeys high.

Covid: Thousands of children left without parents in Iran

Thousands of children in Iran have been left without parents, and many people blame the leadership.

The climate activists who want Norway to end oil and gas production

The BBC's Nick Beake meets the young climate activists trying to stop Norway drilling for oil and gas.

Iran's Covid orphans: 'She keeps asking where daddy is'

Around 51,000 children in Iran have lost a parent to Covid, according to officials.

Has Covid changed New York City nightlife forever?

A photographer is confronted with the new reality of empty streets and closed clubs.

Songhaï: A 'zero waste' agricultural system to increase food security in Africa

Fr Godfrey Nzamujo runs a "zero waste" agriculture system aimed at increasing food security and creating jobs.

Belarus: French ambassador leaves Minsk after Minsk expels him

France, among other countries, does not recognise the president's claim to a sixth term.

Bill Clinton: Thumbs up as former US president leaves hospital

The former US president is discharged from a Californian hospital accompanied by his wife Hillary.

Haiti kidnap: 400 Mawozo accused of US missionary kidnap

The armed gang, called 400 Mawozo, is holding 17 women, men and children from the US and Canada.

Pedro Sanchez: Spanish PM vows to abolish prostitution

The UN estimates Spain's sex industry has become worth €3.7 billion since decriminalisation in 1995.

Bill Clinton: Former US president released from hospital

The 75-year-old had been receiving treatment for a blood infection in California.

Poland: New project aims to help migrants crossing border

Lawyer suggests locals should switch on a green light to signal they can help migrants with food.

Queen 'irritated' by climate change inaction in COP26 build-up

The monarch appears to criticise people who "talk" but "don't do", ahead of the COP26 summit.

Why giant turbines are pushing the limits of possibility

Huge wind turbines are pushing the limits of what ports and installation vessels can handle.

Why China's climate policy matters to us all

The global battle against climate change is likely to be won or lost in China.

What is climate change? A really simple guide

World temperatures are rising because of human activity, and climate change now threatens every aspect of human life.

Fespaco: Pomp and colour as Africa’s biggest film festival starts

The Fespaco festival draws film fans from across the world to Burkina Faso.

Candlelit vigil in honour of MP

Hundreds of people carrying lanterns and candles gathered in Leigh-on-Sea to pay their respects.

Sir David Amess killing: Should MPs still be able to meet the public?

The home secretary is reviewing MPs' security but says they must remain accessible to voters.

Kerala floods: At least 19 dead and dozens missing in India

Heavy rains cause rivers to overflow in Kerala, washing away homes and trapping people under debris.

Russia sets condition for return of BBC journalist

Ambassador Andrei Kelin says the BBC reporter can return if Russian journalists gets UK visas.

Russia not withholding gas for political reasons - ambassador

Russia's ambassador to the UK denies Russia is using energy as a political weapon, amid surging prices.

Savannah Marshall stops Lolita Muzeya to set up unification fight with Claressa Shields

Savannah Marshall stopped Lolita Muzeya in emphatic fashion in Newcastle and remains on track to fight Claressa Shields in a unification bout next year.

Russian team back on Earth after filming first movie in space

The Russian film crew return after an ISS shoot that had its own moments of drama.

Sudan: Protesters take to streets

Opponents of Sudan's transition to democracy demonstrate in Khartoum, urging the army to take control.

Haiti: US missionaries reportedly kidnapped in Port-au-Prince

As many as 17 American Christian missionaries and their families have reportedly been kidnapped.

Venezuelan President Maduro's close aide extradited to US

Venezuela halted talks with the opposition after Alex Saab was flown from Cape Verde to the US.

The Chinese film beating Bond and Marvel at the box office

The success of The Battle at Lake Changjin is bad news for Hollywood which wants to grow in China.

Macron condemns 'unforgivable' 1961 massacre of Algerians in Paris

The 1961 Paris massacre was denied or concealed by French governments for decades.

Robert Durst: US millionaire hospitalised with Covid after life sentence

Robert Durst was on Thursday convicted of murder and is a suspect in two other deaths.

How a massacre of Algerians in Paris was covered up

French police killed up to 300 people in 1961, throwing some of them into the River Seine to drown them.

Apparently, it's the next big thing. What is the metaverse?

What does it mean, and what have Facebook and Fortnite got to do with it?

Pigs at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport help to keep skies safe

A team of 20 at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport is part of a range of measures being used to reduce bird-strikes.

Sudan: Protesters demand military coup as crisis deepens

The protests come as tensions rise between civilian and military rulers.

Dormice favoured by Italian mafia seized in drugs raid

Italian police search a cannabis farm and seize a stash of 235 frozen dormice - a mafia delicacy.

Sir David Amess killing casts shadow over Leigh-on-Sea constituency

Constituents in Leigh-on-Sea mourn Sir David Amess as they try to make sense of what happened.

Covid: Russia's daily deaths pass 1,000 for first time

Infections continue to soar as the Kremlin struggles to persuade people to get vaccinated.

Indian Wells: Stefanos Tsitsipas and Alexander Zverev suffer shock quarter-final defeats

Stefanos Tsitsipas and Alexander Zverev are knocked out of the Indian Wells Masters after they both lose their quarter-final matches in California.

Sir David Amess killing: Security for politicians is a global dilemma

Why the need to be a people's representative and the need for personal safety are in constant conflict.

Myanmar army general Min Aung Hlaing excluded from leaders' summit

South East Asian countries decide not to invite the military coup leader to their meeting.

Sir David Amess: How a tragic day unfolded

How constituents and authorities reacted to the tragic killing of Sir David Amess.

Sir David Amess: Fun, friendly and always outspoken

The Tory MP was a backbencher of the old school who fought for the causes he cared about.

What we know so far

What happened, who the MP was, and what the reaction has been so far.

Pablo Escobar: Colombia sterilises drug lord's hippos

Twenty-four of more than 80 hippos are sterilised after scientists warn of the environmental impact.

Looted cockerel to be returned to Nigeria

The Benin bronze, known as an "okukor", was given to Jesus College in Cambridge in 1905.

Afghanistan: US offers to pay relatives of Kabul drone attack victims

Ten people were mistakenly killed by the US military in a drone strike on the Afghan capital.

Squid Game: The rise of Korean drama addiction

Finished Squid Game? Here's a quick lowdown on other K-dramas for new converts.

Shipping disruption: Why are so many queuing to get to the US?

A surge in demand for toys and sports equipment has contributed to logjams at US ports.

Viewpoint: Why Ethiopia's Tigray region is starving, but no famine declared

Despite mass starvation in northern Ethiopia, aid officials are not calling the situation a famine.

Week in pictures: 9 - 15 October 2021

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week.

Texas abortion law: Biden administration to request block on abortion ban

The president's administration will ask the Supreme Court to block a restrictive Texas abortion law.

Norway attack: Killer held in medical custody amid mental health investigation

Police believe a bow-and-arrow attack that killed five may have been as a result of mental illness.

Cricket - CSK beat KKR to win fourth IPL title

Chennai Super Kings have been crowned Indian Premier League champions for the fourth time after beating Kolkata Knight Riders by 27 runs in the final.

Life at 50C: Fleeing Sahara's shifting sands

Rising temperatures and desertification are forcing many Mauritanians to leave their ancestral homes in search of a better life.

Ros Atkins on… China-Taiwan Tensions

Ros Atkins examines why tensions between China and Taiwan have increased over recent weeks.

Meghan Markle's donation a 'lifesaver' for community kitchen users

Money donated by the Duchess of Sussex has been spent on feeding Nottingham's most vulnerable.

Virgin Galactic delays first commercial space flight

Shares in the firm dive 20% as it delays first tourist flight to make upgrades.

Explosion strikes Afghan mosque during prayers

Many casualties are feared after an explosion hits a Shia mosque during Friday prayers in the Afghan city of Kandahar.

Masten Wanjala: Kenyan child serial killer killed by mob

Police had launched a massive manhunt for Masten Wanjala, who confessed to killing several children.

Squid Game: India police's viral post on road safety inspired by hit show

Mumbai police shared a viral video on traffic rules inspired by the hyper-violent, Korean drama.

Scott Morrison: Australia's PM to attend COP26 climate summit

Scott Morrison had said he might skip the summit, reigniting criticism of Australia's climate vows.

Beirut port blast: Day of mourning in Lebanon after bloodshed at protest

At least six people were killed and 32 injured in a shooting at a protest in Beirut on Thursday.

Hong Kong: Friendly beers lead to murder suspect's arrest

The man went on the run after he allegedly killed a taxi driver, in a case that gripped the city.

Bill Clinton: Former US president in hospital for 'non-Covid infection'

The former US president is said to be "on the mend" and in "good spirits" in hospital in California.

Migrants face expulsion at Polish border under new law

Human rights groups accuse Poland of wanting to legalise migrant pushbacks on its border with Belarus.

The mystery of how long Covid damages our memory

Since Chrissy Gibson was diagnosed with Covid-19, she has had to re-learn many aspects of her life.

Covid: Strike fears as Italy's workers require Covid pass

The pass is already used widely, but port and transport workers are angry it is now mandatory.

Africa's week in pictures: 8-14 October 2021

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

Produce Pandas: The plus-size musicians making waves in China

As stars are criticised for being image-obsessed, more relatable celebrities have become popular.

South Sudan: How to deliver Covid vaccines in a country with few roads

Delivering vaccines around South Sudan is more expensive than the cost of the jab itself.

'They will hang me': Afghan interpreters blocked by UK seek appeal

Former interpreters fear for their lives after the UK blocks their evacuation on security grounds.

Robert Durst: US millionaire sentenced to life for murder

Robert Durst was convicted of killing his best friend in 2000 and is a suspect in two other deaths.

Agnes Tirop: Husband arrested in Kenya after athlete's death

Record-breaking long-distance runner Agnes Tirop was found stabbed to death at her home on Wednesday.

Steve Bannon: Congress plots criminal charge for former Trump aide

Steve Bannon could face around one year in prison for not attending Capitol riot hearing.

Brazil soldiers who shot dead a musician convicted

The men fired dozens of rounds into Evaldo dos Santos Rosa's car, killing him and a bystander.

Stranded 600lb turtle returned to Atlantic Ocean

The sea turtle washed ashore a riverbank in Massachusetts this week.

With a new Michelin guide, Moscow's best-kept culinary secrets are out

Nine Moscow restaurants have received Michelin stars for their food - a prestigious industry award.

Father charged after toddler fatally shot mother during Zoom call

Police said the gun had been kept loaded in a children's backpack on the floor of the couple's room.

Microsoft shutting down LinkedIn in China

The company will offer a jobs-only site with no social-media elements, instead.

Norway attack: Witness describes hearing 'thunk sound' of weapon

Residents in Kongsberg react to the bow and arrow attack in their neighbourhood.

Kaohsiung: Fire at Taiwan tower block kills at least 46

It takes dozens of firefighters more than four hours to extinguish the blaze at the 13-storey building.

Beirut port blast: Gunfire erupts at protest against judge leading probe

One person is shot dead as Hezbollah supporters demand removal of judge investigating the disaster.

Norway bow and arrow attacker known to police

A man who killed five in Norway was a convert to Islam who had shown signs of radicalisation - police.

Indonesia Covid: Slow start as Bali re-opens to foreign tourists

The popular holiday destination has opened to some foreigners, but no international flights are scheduled.

Vietnam: Owners heartbroken after 12 dogs killed over Covid

The couple won the internet in Vietnam with their love for their pets.

Masten Wanjala: Child killer escapes from Kenya police custody

A manhunt is under way for Masten Wanjala who confessed to killing more than 10 children.

Climate change in India: The young inventor's solar-powered ironing cart

India's ironing vendors use charcoal as fuel, but Vinisha Umashankar's cart harnesses the Sun's energy.

Biden plans to expand offshore wind turbines to US coasts

President Biden's plan calls for offshore turbines to be built along nearly every coastal state.

Regeni murder: Egyptians go on trial for Italian student's murder

Giulio Regeni was doing research for a Cambridge PhD when his body was found in a ditch near Cairo.

Covid-19 in Brazil: 'My mum was used as a guinea pig'

A Brazilian healthcare provider is accused of conducting trials on Covid-19 patients without consent.

Europe gas prices: How far is Russia responsible?

Moscow has been accused by some of playing politics with gas supplies, but there's a range of factors at work.

French fishermen warn of blockades in UK licence row

Why the fishermen of Boulogne-sur-Mer are angry at being refused licences to fish in British waters.

Afghanistan: The New York Rabbi evacuating desperate Afghans

Rabbi Moshe Margaretten says he gets calls in the middle of the night from people in Afghanistan asking for help.

Violence surges in Pakistan's tribal belt as Taliban, IS-K go on attack

The BBC reports from Pakistan's beleaguered tribal areas, which are seeing a surge in violence.

Covid: New WHO group may be last chance to find virus origins

The World Health Organization unveils a new group to examine the emergence of the virus more closely.

Henrietta Lacks: 'Mother' of modern medicine honoured

Henrietta Lacks was an African-American woman whose cells have led to key medical breakthroughs.

Climate change: Is the UK on track to meet its targets?

With weeks to go until the UK hosts a global climate summit, is the government on track to meet its own commitments?

What is climate change? A really simple guide

World temperatures are rising because of human activity, and climate change now threatens every aspect of human life.

Kongsberg: Several killed in Norway bow and arrow attack

Police say a man who killed and wounded people in the town of Kongsberg has been detained.

Chile's Sebastián Piñera faces impeachment bid after Pandora Papers

The opposition launches impeachment proceedings against President Piñera over a controversial deal.

Norway's oil and gas sector will not be dismantled, new government says

The new government says the green transition "must be fair" as it sets out its energy policy.

William Shatner in space: 'Everybody in the world needs to do this'

The Star Trek actor becomes the oldest person to go to space.

Making Superman bisexual is 'bandwagoning not brave' - actor Dean Cain

Actor Dean Cain, who played the superhero on TV, says the move would have been brave 20 years ago.

Beirut blast: How a disaster bought three strangers together from Ethiopia, Ivory Coast and Lebanon

When the Beirut blast destroyed a tower block many were missing, including an Ethiopian woman who lived there.

North Korea: Soldiers smash bricks, bend iron rods in combat display

The display of force was put on for leader Kim Jong-un at a defence exhibition.

Havana syndrome reported at US embassy in Colombia

The mystery illness has sickened US diplomats around the world since it was first reported in 2016.

Squid Game beats Bridgerton to Netflix top spot

The Korean drama is Netflix's biggest debut hit, with 111 million users in its first 28 days.

Laser vagina menopause therapy shows no benefit in trial

The treatment, meant to rejuvenate and treat dryness, worked no better than a placebo procedure.

US to re-open Mexico Canada borders for fully vaccinated travellers

From November, land and ferry crossings will be allowed for non-essential travel like family visits.

China: Teenager apologises for impersonating boy to join band

Many on social media were amused by the revelation, and compared her to Chinese folk heroine Mulan.

The children of IS: 'It's a disaster we cannot deal with'

Inside IS detention camps in Syria, officials say violence and radicalisation are a growing problem.

Star Trek star William Shatner ready to boldly go into space

The actor who played Captain Kirk in the classic TV show is due to launch above Earth for real within hours.

Mexico City to swap Columbus statue for one of indigenous woman

Mexico City's mayor made the announcement on the anniversary of Columbus' discovery of the Americas.

Apple shares drop on reports of iPhone 13 chip shortage

Bloomberg reported that Apple could produce up to 10 million fewer iPhones due to the chip shortage.

The men going to military jail for their faith

The island nation has a strict military conscription programme, putting pacifists in a difficult situation.

Ros Atkins on... The US climate conundrum

Ahead of COP26, Ros Atkins looks at what the world's biggest emitters are doing to tackle climate change.

Minneapolis police 'hunted' protesters with rubber bullets

An activist and former officer analyse video of Minneapolis police days after George Floyd's death.

Wives do not earn as much as their husbands, says new global study

Researchers say data from 45 countries over 40 years shows household is a place of great inequality.

CEO Secrets: 'No need to convince the haters you're worthy'

Michele Roberts, executive director of the National Basketball Players Association, shares her CEO Secrets.

Ghana’s role in honouring a US civil rights hero

A state-of-the-art complex is to be built in Ghana to remember WEB Du Bois.

Gabby Petito: US blogger was strangled to death - coroner

The 22-year-old had been on a road trip across the US with her fiancé, who remains at large.

Crown princess could marry a woman, says Dutch PM

A hypothetical same-sex marriage for Princess Amalia would not be a legal problem, says Mark Rutte.

German shock at neo-Nazi burial in empty Jewish grave

A Holocaust denier was buried in the former grave of a music professor outside Berlin.

Elk with a tyre 'necklace' freed

A wildlife officer who helped free an elk with a tyre stuck around its neck for two years speaks to BBC.

Nepal bus crash kills at least 25 in Mugu district

Images on local media show the crushed wreckage of the overturned vehicle at the foot of a hill.

France: Train kills three migrants lying on tracks

The migrants were struck by the train in a southern coastal town near Biarritz on Tuesday morning.

Prince Charles urges Australian PM Scott Morrison and other leaders to attend COP26

Prince Charles tells the BBC he was surprised that the Australian PM had suggested he might not attend.

Elk wandering Colorado for two years with tyre around neck is freed

Wildlife officers in the US state of Colorado say the elk is in good shape after removing its antlers.

North Korea: Kim Jong-un vows to build 'invincible military'

Weeks after a series of missile tests, Kim Jong-un said weapons are necessary for defence, but not war.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott bans all vaccine mandates in state

The latest edict by the Republican governor applies to all entities, including private businesses.

China floods: Coal price hits fresh high as mines shut

The floods further complicate China's efforts to increase fuel supplies to ease its energy crisis.

Australia: Teenagers charged for killing 14 kangaroos

Locals found an injured baby kangaroo the morning after the slaughter south of Sydney.

California to enforce 'gender neutral' toy aisles in large stores

The state has become the first in the US to pass the law, which aims to tackle gender stereotypes.

DC Comics reveal that latest Superman character is bisexual

In an upcoming comic the new reiteration of Superman, Jon Kent, will be pictured in a same-sex kiss.

Interpreter who helped rescue Biden in 2008 leaves Afghanistan

Aman Khalili had asked Joe Biden for help 13 years after he rescued the then-senator from a storm.

Africa's iconic architecture in 12 buildings

Two architects are determined to showcase the architecture of Africa to the world - past and present.

Call Her Daddy's Alex Cooper: 'Not everyone can just do a podcast'

Call Her Daddy host Alex Cooper has re-launched her podcast after getting a huge deal with Spotify.

Why does the internet keep breaking?

Outages of Facebook and its family of apps now lead to significant disruption for firms worldwide

Jammu and Kashmir: Killing of civilians sparks militancy fear

People, especially religious minorities, now fear for their safety in Indian-administered Kashmir.

Milos Zeman: The Czech leader proud to be politically incorrect

Ailing Czech President Milos Zeman is famously fond of liquor and provocative jokes.

Covid: UK start to pandemic worst public health failure ever, MPs say

Government too slow to lock down and test-and-trace was chaotic, but jabs rollout a success, MPs say.

Escaping the Taliban: Afghan policeman's' struggle to enter Turkey

Former soldiers and police are among Afghans trying to evade a crackdown at the Turkey-Iran border.

Rising up against racism: London's forgotten Bangladeshi squatters

Hundreds of Bangaldeshis took over empty properties in London in the 1970s, demanding better housing.

Thailand to reopen for some vaccinated visitors on 1 November

Fully vaccinated travellers from nations including the UK will no longer need to quarantine.

Nobel Prize: We will not have gender or ethnicity quotas - top scientist

Journalist Maria Ressa was the only woman to win a Nobel Prize this year, and just the 58th in history.

What are the accusations against Prince Andrew?

Here's what you need to know about the sex abuse claims being pursued by Virginia Giuffre in the US.

Israel winery: 1,500-year-old Byzantine wine complex found

The 1,500-year-old complex unearthed near Tel Aviv was the world's largest winery at the time.

Nobel economics prize awarded for real-life studies

David Card, Joshua D Angrist and Guido W Imbens share the prestigious economics prize.

Indian-administered Kashmir: Soldiers killed by suspected militants

The army in Indian-administered Kashmir says five personnel were killed by suspected militants.

Paul McCartney says John Lennon 'instigated' the Beatles' break-up

"It was John who wanted a divorce," he says, setting the record straight on the band's break-up.

Large fire breaks out at oil facility in crisis-hit Lebanon

The large blaze in Zahrani comes as the country is already in the grip of an energy crisis.

Tyson Fury: Gypsy King on road to undisputed fight, but Dillian Whyte bout likely next

Tyson Fury will have to wait to see how several fights pan out before deciding his next opponent.

France beat Spain to become second Nations League winners

Kylian Mbappe hit a contentious winner as France came from behind to beat Spain and become the second team to win the Nations League.

Covid Australia: Sydney enjoys new freedoms as 107-day lockdown lifts

As the 107-day lockdown lifts, fully vaccinated Sydneysiders head out to enjoy their new freedoms.

China floods: Nearly 2 million displaced in Shanxi province

Rainfall may have been heavier than the Henan floods in July and rescue efforts remain a major challenge.

Star Entertainment: Shares fall on money laundering claim

Australian gambling giant Star Entertainment will "take appropriate steps" to address allegations.

US concludes first direct talks with Taliban since withdrawal

The US insists the meeting does not amount to recognition of the Taliban.

Covid Australia: Sydney celebrates end of 107-day lockdown

Australia's biggest city passed a key vaccination target, allowing people to enjoy new freedoms.

Drugs, arms, and terror: A high-profile defector on Kim's North Korea

A former colonel describes a leadership making cash by any means, from drug factories to illegal arms deals.

Expelled: Russia, repression and me

The BBC's Sarah Rainsford reflects on being barred from Russia and the assault on the country's freedoms.

The race to save California’s famous sequoia trees

Tourists flock to California’s famous sequoia trees, but wildfires are threatening their existence.

The hi-tech headbands that claim to reduce your stress

Devices that measure brainwaves are increasingly being used by athletes to improve their performance.

Stealthing: California bans non-consensual condom removal

Victims of "stealthing" risk sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy. Now they can sue offenders.

Are asylum suicides an unfolding national tragedy?

Campaigners call for an inquiry into the rate of suicides among young asylum seekers in the UK.

Thomas Sankara trial in Burkina Faso: Who killed 'Africa's Che Guevara'?

Thirty-four years after the killing of Burkina Faso President Thomas Sankara, 14 men finally go on trial.

The Dalit activist fighting for rape survivors

Manjula Pradeep has spent three decades helping India's Dalit women speak up for justice.

Mass protests in Poland amid EU law controversy

Demonstrations backing EU membership take place nationwide amid fears Poland could leave the bloc.

US couple accused of selling nuclear submarine secrets

A US Navy nuclear engineer and his wife allegedly sold the secret data to an undercover FBI agent.

Pope Francis launches mass consultation on Church reform

The pontiff says he wants to hear from ordinary Catholics and for the Church to be open to change.

AQ Khan: The most dangerous man in the world?

Western spies branded AQ Khan as dangerous as bin Laden - but many in Pakistan saw him as a hero.

Czech election: Milos Zeman in intensive care after vote

Milos Zeman is in intensive care the day after a surprise opposition win in parliamentary elections.

UK to resettle teenage Afghan women footballers and families

The UK agrees to give visas to the women's development team and families who had to flee Afghanistan.

Power returns to Lebanon after 24-hour blackout

A total outage of the country's electricity grid ends after the government secures fuel.

Tyson Fury defeats Deontay Wilder to retain WBC heavyweight title in Las Vegas

Tyson Fury delivers 11th-round stoppage to beat Deontay Wilder and retain his WBC heavyweight title in a thrilling trilogy fight in Las Vegas.

Abdul Qadeer Khan: 'Father of Pakistan's nuclear bomb' dies

AQ Khan is considered a national hero but was also called "the greatest nuclear proliferator of all time".

Iraqis vote in first parliamentary election since 2019 mass protests

The election was brought forward by six months in response to unprecedented nationwide unrest.

China-Taiwan tensions: We will not bow to Beijing pressure, says leader

Tsai Ing-wen's speech comes a day after China's President Xi vowed to complete "reunification".

Guatemala police free 126 migrants from abandoned container

Police say the mainly Haitian migrants were left by smugglers paid to take them to the US.

Colombian nun kidnapped in Mali in 2017 is freed

Gloria Cecilia Narváez was kidnapped by Islamist militants while working as a missionary.