Ukraine strikes cargo ships and admits Romania drone blast as Putin prepares for key speech
Ukraine says it struck five ships carrying illegal cargo in the Sea of Azov and in coastal waters of Russian-occupied territories.
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Fury in France after child murder suspect's criminal record released
A man suspected of murdering an 11-year-old girl had previously been identified as a potential child molester, records show.
US journalist pleads guilty to working as China's agent
Thomas Weir Pauken II, 50, knowingly worked with people employed by the Chinese government for years.
US actor James Handy stabbed to death, with girlfriend's son arrested
Handy, 81, is known for his roles in films including Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick.
Nearly 50 people die of thirst in Sahara desert after lorry breaks down
Only two survived after trekking more than 50km (30 miles) across the desert to alert the authorities.
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'Extremely intelligent' bear on the run in Japan after injuring four people
Authorities said that a bear in north-east Japan has eluded capture by opening a window
Xi Jinping to meet Kim Jong Un in rare visit to North Korea
Xi will be in North Korea from 8 to 9 June, in a rare visit to the isolated regime
China cracks down on soft porn, violence and materialism in viral micro dramas
Micro dramas have surged in popularity, but drawn criticism for often sensationalist content.
China's Xi Jinping to make rare visit to North Korea
Xi will be in North Korea from 8-9 June, a rare visit to the isolated regime that is a longstanding ally of Beijing.
US plans to fight flesh-eating screwworm outbreak with flies and dogs
The insect, which has been found in America for the first time since 1966, is a growing concern in the southern US.
How Trump's White House ballroom plan has doubled in size and cost over a year
BBC Verify examines how the biggest change to the White House in decades has transformed in the last year.
Mangrove forests are healing after decades of human destruction
Swampy mangrove forests are staging a surprise comeback - which is good news for coastal communities and the climate.
Tough cookies: How pop group Le Sserafim overcame band tensions and internet trolls
The K-pop band say accepting their flaws and embracing humour took them to a new level of success.
Tough cookies: How pop group Le Sserafim overcame personal friction and internet trolls
The K-pop band say accepting their flaws and embracing humour took them to a new level of success.
Tough cookies: How pop group Le Sserafim overcame internal conflict and internet trolls
The K-pop band say accepting their flaws and embracing humour took them to a new level of success.
Here's why counting votes in California is taking so long
It could take weeks - or even a month - before we know who won elections in California and Los Angeles.
Here's why election results in the second largest US city are so slow
It could take weeks - or even a month - before we know who won elections in California and Los Angeles.
'It looks black' - Americans react to Reflecting Pool's completed paint job
After weeks of renovation, water has begun refilling the historic pool, which has been coated in a colour named "American flag blue".
Ex-wife of Dubai ruler's nephew in custody, prosecutors say
Zeynab Javadli had not been in contact with any of her friends since Tuesday.
Zelensky proposes face-to-face talks in open letter to Putin
Ukraine's president tells the Russian leader that only "direct engagement" between the two countries could end the war, with the US focused on Iran.
Watch: Guide stranded on Everest for six days rescued
The BBC's Rajini Vaidyanathan pieces together how events unfolded.
Why is this teen fashion brand closing its fitting rooms?
Brandy Melville's move has caused uproar among some young women who frequent its stores, with one calling it a "devastating news".
Ex-wife of Dubai ruler's nephew missing, says lawyer
British lawyer David Haigh lost contact with Zeynab Javadli on Tuesday and the BBC has been told her home in Dubai is locked and empty.
Dutch police investigate suspected drugging and sexual assault of multiple women
Police raided the suspects' homes after tip-offs from German and UK authorities.
John Bolton expected to plead guilty in classified documents case, sources confirm
Trump's former advisor turned critic had reached a deal with prosecutors, two people said.
Marilyn Monroe auction features star's make-up and gowns on 100th birthday
The auction has already brought in thousands in bids and includes intimate items from her life.
Trump hits back at 'unpatriotic' vote after House rebukes him over Iran
The lower chamber of Congress passed a measure that seeks to halt further military action, in a vote seen as largely symbolic.
Kushner-backed luxury resort plan sparks protests in Albania
Demonstrators say the project backed by Donald Trump's son-in-law would harm a protected environment.
Hezbollah rejects renewed ceasefire agreed by Israel and Lebanon
The United States announced the ceasefire agreement on Wednesday night following a fresh round of talks.
Charges dropped against Budapest mayor over 2025 Pride march
Budapest's liberal Mayor Gergely Karacsony had been charged with helping to organise the banned 2025 march.