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Libya expels aid groups accused of 'African' population plot

The groups, including the UN refugee agency, are accused of trying to change Libya's "demographic composition".

Published on 4 April 2025 | 10:45 am


South Korea's president has been removed from power: What happens now?

The constitutional court unanimously upheld the impeachment of Yoon Suk Yeol.

Published on 4 April 2025 | 8:57 am


Bollywood actor and director Manoj Kumar dies at 87

Manoj Kumar was best known for his patriotic films in the 1960s and 1970s.

Published on 4 April 2025 | 8:51 am


Celebrations and sorrow as South Korea president removed from office

South Korea's constitutional court has unanimously voted to uphold the impeachment of president Yoon Suk Yeol.

Published on 4 April 2025 | 8:03 am


TV's Dr Oz confirmed to lead Medicare and Medicaid

Oz, who has never held public office, is best known for hosting US daytime TV show The Dr Oz Show.

Published on 4 April 2025 | 6:37 am


Feasts, frogs and flowers: Africa's top shots

A selection of the week's best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

Published on 4 April 2025 | 3:25 am


Hezbollah at crossroads after blows from war weaken group

The BBC's Hugo Bachega explores the future for Hezbollah in the wake of Israel's devastating attacks.

Published on 4 April 2025 | 12:49 am


Katya Adler: EU talks tough on Trump tariffs in hope of U-turn

The EU has enormous economic clout as the biggest single market in the world, but does not want to risk a backlash.

Published on 3 April 2025 | 11:55 pm


What is live shopping and will it take off?

Big in Asia, live shopping involves brands putting on live shows to sell direct to shoppers.

Published on 3 April 2025 | 11:13 pm


'Grateful and honoured': Tom Cruise pays tribute to Val Kilmer

At CinemaCon in Las Vegas, Cruise led the crowd in a moment of silence to honour Kilmer.

Published on 3 April 2025 | 9:16 pm


Influencers 'new' threat to uncontacted tribes, warns group after US tourist arrest

North Sentinel is home to a tribe that does not have contact with the outside world.

Published on 3 April 2025 | 7:58 pm


Israeli strike on Gaza City school kills 27, health ministry says

Palestinian authorities say children were among the dead, while Israel says it hit a Hamas command-and-control centre.

Published on 3 April 2025 | 7:26 pm


Hungary withdraws from International Criminal Court during Netanyahu visit

The move is announced hours after Israel's PM, who is sought under an ICC arrest warrant, arrives in Budapest for a state visit.

Published on 3 April 2025 | 5:55 pm


Europe hopes for Trump tariffs deal but prepares for the worst

The EU's message is that it is ready to negotiate with the US but at the same time poised to hit back too.

Published on 3 April 2025 | 5:01 pm


iPhones, prices and Brexit: Your questions about tariffs answered

Donald Trump slaps much of the world with a 10% baseline tariff while others face even higher rates. Our correspondents answer your questions.

Published on 3 April 2025 | 4:36 pm


World leaders criticise Trump tariffs as 'major blow'

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says US tariffs will see "uncertainty spiral" as world leaders react to Trump's announcement.

Published on 3 April 2025 | 4:15 pm


Russia not on Trump's tariff list

US media quotes the White House press secretary as saying this is because of sanctions on Moscow.

Published on 3 April 2025 | 1:34 pm


How were Donald Trump's tariffs calculated?

Analysts have questioned claims that new tariffs are reciprocal and based on those charged against the US.

Published on 3 April 2025 | 11:48 am


Myanmar leader heads to Bangkok as quake deaths climb to 3,000

Min Aung Hlaing is scheduled to attend a summit of the seven countries that border the Bay of Bengal.

Published on 3 April 2025 | 10:04 am


Are Trump's Asia tariffs a 'full-frontal assault' on China?

There were five Asian nations in the 10 countries and territories hit with the highest tariffs.

Published on 3 April 2025 | 8:15 am


US tariffs on China, EU and more, at a glance

A 10% rate of import tax will apply globally - with higher rates for a list of Trump's "worst offenders".

Published on 3 April 2025 | 6:00 am


Three things to know about Trump's tariffs announcement

The BBC's Michelle Fleury breaks down what the import taxes mean for the US and countries around the world.

Published on 3 April 2025 | 1:49 am


Marine Le Pen's ban outraged France's far right - and they may well take revenge

Could the National Rally retaliate in parliament by attempting to bring down the fragile coalition government?

Published on 2 April 2025 | 11:06 pm


How aid becomes a weapon in Myanmar's war zone

Rescue and relief workers seeking access to some of the worst quake-hit areas are being blocked by the military.

Published on 2 April 2025 | 9:59 pm


Watch: Key moments in Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs announcement

The US president said universal 10% tariffs would go into effect for all countries starting 5 April.

Published on 2 April 2025 | 8:49 pm


Gaza bakeries shut and painkillers on ration after month of Israeli blockade

Many Palestinians say they are going hungry after Israel stopped all aid deliveries to put pressure on Hamas.

Published on 2 April 2025 | 5:51 pm


Inside Mandalay: BBC joins rescuers searching for earthquake dead in Myanmar

The BBC’s Yogita Limaye is the first foreign journalist to enter the country since the disaster struck.

Published on 2 April 2025 | 5:27 pm


Judge permanently dismisses criminal case against NYC mayor

The decision comes nearly two months after the Trump administration first sought to drop the case against Eric Adams.

Published on 2 April 2025 | 5:07 pm


US cancels visa of Nobel Peace Prize winner Oscar Arias

The ex-president of Costa Rica has compared Donald Trump's behaviour with that of a Roman emperor.

Published on 2 April 2025 | 4:24 pm


Inside Mandalay: BBC finds huge devastation and little help for Myanmar quake survivors

Yogita Limaye is the one of the first foreign journalists to enter Myanmar since a huge earthquake hit the war-torn country.

Published on 2 April 2025 | 4:04 pm


Myanmar military announces temporary ceasefire

It says the truce will be in effect from 2-22 April to speed up relief efforts after last week's deadly earthquake.

Published on 2 April 2025 | 2:49 pm


Young Sicilian woman killed in broad daylight by stalker

A 27-year-old man has confessed to the murder of university student Sara Campanella but has not said why.

Published on 2 April 2025 | 2:00 pm


Hollywood remembers 'wonderful' actor Val Kilmer

He starred in some of the biggest movies of the 1980s and 90s, including Top Gun and The Doors.

Published on 2 April 2025 | 1:49 pm


Mexican band has US visas revoked for 'glorifying drug kingpin'

The band Los Alegres del Barranco had shown an image of a cartel leader on stage during a concert.

Published on 2 April 2025 | 1:16 pm


Deadly strikes in Gaza as Netanyahu says Israel will seize new military corridor

At least 19 people are reported killed in Jabalia as Israel's PM says it is expanding ground operations to pressure Hamas.

Published on 2 April 2025 | 11:14 am


Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti in court over tax charges

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti denies knowingly withholding parts of his salary on his tax returns.

Published on 2 April 2025 | 11:10 am


Death sentence overturned for three Americans over DR Congo coup attempt

The Americans are among 37 people sentenced to death last September by a military court.

Published on 2 April 2025 | 11:05 am


Massive swells smash windows at Sydney's Bondi Beach

A powerful king tide smashed glass, cracked footpaths and caused residents to evacuate as it battered Sydney's coast line.

Published on 2 April 2025 | 5:56 am


Myanmar quake: Imam's grief for 170 killed as they prayed in Sagaing

Scores of Muslims in the town died when their mosques collapsed during Friday prayers at the end of Ramadan.

Published on 2 April 2025 | 1:08 am


'I didn't feel able to come forward' - Chinese victims tell BBC about serial rapist

Police in London say PhD student Zhenhao Zou's "offending group is far greater" than they had realised.

Published on 1 April 2025 | 11:07 pm


At least 322 children killed since Israel's new Gaza offensive, Unicef says

Since the war began, more than 15,000 children have reportedly been killed, the agency says.

Published on 1 April 2025 | 7:50 pm


Tourists and residents evacuated as volcano erupts in Iceland

The Blue Lagoon and the town of Grindavik were ordered to evacuate after earthquakes hit the area.

Published on 1 April 2025 | 7:22 pm


'We still have hope': Searching for quake survivors in Mandalay

The BBC speaks to people in Mandalay close to where Myanmar's deadly 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck.

Published on 1 April 2025 | 7:16 pm


Putin begins biggest Russian military call-up in years

Russia calls up 160,000 men aged 18-30 as it moves to expand the size of its military.

Published on 1 April 2025 | 4:42 pm


Roof ripped off home as severe storms and tornadoes hit central US

Several states have been hit with heavy rain, hail and damaging winds, with storms expected to continue in some areas through Thursday.

Published on 31 March 2025 | 11:05 pm


'It's weird' - Nasa's Butch and Suni adapt to life back on Earth

The duo's eight-day mission became a nine-month space odyssey after their Boeing Starliner had technical problems.

Published on 31 March 2025 | 8:49 pm


Shock Le Pen verdict rocks French far right

The far-right figurehead has been barred from running for public office for five years, throwing her plans into disarray.

Published on 31 March 2025 | 7:55 pm