Israeli forces board Gaza-bound flotilla near Cyprus, activists say
Live broadcasts from the Global Sumud flotilla show commandos boarding several boats trying to breach the Gaza maritime blockade.
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Shakira wins £50m tax refund from Spanish government
The Colombian singer says the court ruling means the "narrative" that she was guilty now "crumbles".
Shakira hits out after winning £50m Spanish tax refund
The Colombian singer says the court ruling means the "narrative" that she was guilty now "crumbles".
Bodies of missing Italian divers found in Maldives
The bodies of all five Italian divers who died in the Maldives last week have now been found, officials tell the BBC.
At least six Americans exposed to Ebola during DR Congo outbreak
One of the six Americans believed to have been exposed is experiencing symptoms, according to media reports.
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At least six Americans exposed to Ebola in DR Congo, US media report
One of the six Americans believed to have been exposed is experiencing symptoms, according to media reports.
Israeli forces boarding Gaza-bound flotilla near Cyprus, activists say
Live broadcasts from the Global Sumud flotilla show commandos boarding several boats trying to breach the Gaza maritime blockade.
Strike over high fuel prices paralyses transport in Kenya
Key roads have remained largely empty and some schools have asked students to stay at home.
Escaped tiger shot by German police after attacking man
The tiger escaped a facility owned by local trainer Carmen Zander, also known as Germany's "Tiger Queen", according to local media reports.
Driver of crashed train tested positive for drugs, Thai police say
The freight train collided with a bus in Bangkok, killing eight people and injuring dozens of others.
'Everest Man' and 'Mountain Queen' break own records scaling world's tallest peak
Kami Rita Sherpa and Lakpa Sherpa summited Everest for the 32nd and 11th time, respectively.
Taiwan will not provoke conflict nor give up sovereignty, says president
Lai Ching-te made his first direct response to Trump and Xi's meeting where they discussed Taiwan independence.
Moment two fighter jets collide mid-air at US air show
Four crew members safely ejected from US Navy jets and are in a stable condition after the collision.
Fighter jet crews parachute safely after collision at US air show
The crew members are in a stable condition after the jets crashed mid-air during a demonstration.
'This may be the last time you hear my voice': Political executions surge in Iran since start of war
Since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February, the UN says it’s verified the execution of at least 32 political prisoners.
Inside the 'kill-zone' on Ukraine's front line, where new weapons have transformed war
Machines are increasingly replacing humans on the front line, but troops are still vital for defending territory.
From escaping child marriage 'to an old pervert' to becoming Sierra Leone's first lady
BBC World Service exclusive: the private world of one of Africa's most powerful political women.
Trump warns 'clock is ticking' for Iran as peace progress stalls
Iranian media reports the US has not made concrete concessions in response to Tehran's latest proposals.
Eurovision winner Dara arrives to screaming fans in Bulgaria
The 27-year-old's tune Bangaranga won Bulgaria its first ever title in the song contest.
UAE reports strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant
The country is investigating the source of the strike, which it calls a "dangerous escalation".
UAE reports drone strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant
The country is investigating the source of the strike, which it says came from its western border.
How worrying is the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo?
An outbreak in DR Congo has been declared a health emergency, with almost 250 suspected cases reported.
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo an international emergency
The agency added that the outbreak, with around 246 cases and 80 deaths, does not meet the criteria of pandemic emergency.
Large-scale Ukrainian drone attack kills three in Moscow region, says Russia
In Ukraine, local officials report eight injured in overnight Russian drone strikes and shelling.
Trump-backed challenger defeats Republican senator who voted to convict president
Trump threw his full support behind Julia Letlow in Louisiana's high-stakes contest, branding the incumbent "disloyal".
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergency
The agency added that the outbreak, with around 246 cases and 80 deaths, does not meet the criteria of pandemic emergency.
'Look Mum, one point': Why does the UK keep getting Eurovision wrong?
After four years of flops, the BBC has to think hard about how it approaches Eurovision in 2027.
Lights, camera, Bangaranga: Highlights from Eurovision
Bulgarian singer Dara stormed to victory in the contest, while Ukraine broke the record for the longest note ever sung at Eurovision.
Secret police and propaganda: The Chinese agents spying on expats in US
Experts say two espionage cases in the US highlight China's attempts to peddle influence globally over the past decade.
The girl group who've sold out venues and toured the world - without releasing a record
The all-female supergroup has sold out venues across the UK and Ireland, toured stadiums with Ed Sheeran, and built a global following - all without releasing a debut record.