Nasa spacecraft weighing 1,300lb re-enters Earth's atmosphere
Much of the Van Allen Probe was expected to burn up in the atmosphere, though Nasa said there was a "low" risk of people being struck by surviving components.
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Senegal approves tougher anti-gay law as rights groups raise concerns
"Violence and fear" will spike and "equality and non-discrimination" will be trampled on, warn critics.
Death toll from Ethiopia floods and landslides rises to more than 60
Forecasters say storms are becoming more intense in the region, partly due to global warming.
Hozier, Jessie Buckley and Bruce Springsteen record Shane MacGowan tribute album
The album will also feature Primal Scream, David Gray, Jessie Buckley, Johnny Depp and Kate Moss.
'Fingers on the trigger': Deadly warnings for Iranians being urged to take action
Iran's police chief has warned that his forces would treat anyone taking to the streets "at the enemy's request" as an enemy.
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Chinese national arrested over attempt to smuggle 2,000 queen ants from Kenya
The suspect had packed some ants in test tubes while others were concealed in tissue paper rolls, prosecutor says.
China approves 'ethnic unity' law requiring minorities to learn Mandarin
The law states that children should be taught Mandarin before kindergarten, until the end of high school.
What did we learn from China's biggest political meeting?
BBC correspondents give us their biggest takeaways from China's National People's Congress.
The Pussycat Dolls confirm reunion: 'We're celebrating where we're at as women'
Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt announce a new single and world tour.
Draper fights to 'mind-blowing' win over Djokovic
Jack Draper produces a superb fightback to beat Novak Djokovic and reach the Indian Wells fourth round - a result he believes could be "a real big moment" in his season.
Video shows moment point-blank gunshot misses Indian politician
Senior Kashmir leader Farooq Abdullah escaped unhurt after the incident and the suspect is in custody.
'I imagine they had a healthy sex life early on' - Jones and Grant in Austen-inspired drama
Ruth Jones and Richard E Grant star in new BBC drama The Other Bennet Sister
War in Ukraine spills into Hungarian election campaign
Hungary is going to the polls soon and Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has one public enemy in his sights - Ukraine's president.
Noma head chef resigns from restaurant amid abuse allegations
René Redzepi had previously apologised after ex-employees of the Danish restaurant accused him of creating a toxic work environment.
Bodies of two Chinese backpackers found in Australian floodwaters
The pair had been reported missing on Tuesday after failing to reach their destination.
Oil price jumps despite deal to release record amount of reserves
It comes as Iranian attacks on ships intensify in the crucial Strait of Hormuz waterway.
Oil hits $100 a barrel despite deal to release record amount of reserves
It comes as Iranian attacks on ships intensify in the crucial Strait of Hormuz waterway.
Kanye West ordered to pay $140K in Malibu mansion renovation lawsuit
A handyman had sought $1.7m (£1.267m) from the rapper over claims of unpaid work, medical expenses and being unfairly fired.
Justified or not? US military families on fears of Iran war
BBC's North America editor Sarah Smith spoke to Gold Star mum Lynn, whose son died in the Iraq War, and veteran Jeremy.
Epstein used modelling agent to recruit girls, Brazilian women tell BBC
Modelling agent used businesses to recruit girls and arrange US visas to visit Jeffrey Epstein, Brazilian women tell BBC.
Why Namibia's green energy dream could be a red flag for penguins
A near pristine desert and coastal wilderness in Namibia could soon host a huge hydrogen production facility.
A small US grocer is calling out the lower prices at big chains
It is 'impossible for us to compete', says the boss of a New York grocery store.
What role has cyber warfare played in Iran?
Militaries are often cagey about their cyber activities. But the US has hinted at the role it has played.
China's biggest political meeting is ending - what have we learned?
BBC correspondents give us their biggest takeaways from China's National People's Congress.
New US ambassador to South Africa summoned over 'undiplomatic remarks'
Leo Brent Bozell apologises after weighing in on a dispute rooted in the country's apartheid past.
Three brothers arrested after explosion at US embassy in Oslo
Norway's police attorney says the authorities are investigating whether a foreign state actor was involved.
Volcanic fragments rain down as Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts
This eruption episode sent fragments made of ash, pumice, and pieces of volcanic glass into communities, forcing highway closures and the evacuation of tourists.
Bowen: Trump has called for an Iran uprising but the lessons from Iraq in 1991 loom large
The US president might learn that starting wars is much easier than ending them, writes the BBC's international editor.
'Even under missiles we carry on living' - how young Iranians are coping with war
Iranians say they are sheltering at home and rarely venturing out on near-empty streets as the US-Israeli bombing campaign continues.
Large WW2 bomb defused after Dresden evacuated
The city's biggest ever evacuation comes after the British flying bomb was discovered near a collapsed bridge.