Two Islamic-State linked Australian women charged with crimes against humanity
A third woman who also returned to Australia from Syria was charged with joining a terrorist organisation.
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Trump gives EU ultimatum deadline to approve trade deal with US
Trump's deadline to the European Union came as a trade court ruled his global tariff policy violated US law.
One year after India-Pakistan conflict, ceasefire holds - but little else does
A year after their military conflict, India and Pakistan avoid war, but diplomacy and trust remain frozen.
Thousands of North Koreans fought for Russia. A memorial hints at the death toll
An estimated 11,000 North Korean soldiers were sent to fight in Russia's war against Ukraine.
Anti-war protests rock Japan as PM pushes for stronger defence
Japan's largest anti-war protests in decades highlight a population divided over changes to its pacifist constitution.
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Valverde cut head when he 'accidentally hit table' in Tchouameni row
Federico Valverde went to hospital after a dressing room row with Real Madrid team-mate Aurelien Tchouameni which left him with a head injury after he "accidentally hit a table".
Five killed in huge fire at packed Mexico fairground
The blaze in the south-eastern city of Villahermosa erupted during a concert reportedly attended by some 135,000 people.
Crowds cheer China's new snooker star on return from championship win
Wu Yize, 22, receives a rock star's welcome after becoming second-youngest player to win a world title.
Trump gives 4 July ultimatum to EU to approve trade deal with US
The US president said the European Union must enact the trade deal agreed last year and drop tariffs on American goods to zero.
Valverde taken to hospital after alleged incident with Tchouameni
An incident involving team-mates Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni threatens to overshadow one of Real Madrid's biggest matches of the season.
How operation to disembark passengers on virus-hit cruise will work
The BBC's Guy Hedgecoe reports from Tenerife, where some locals fear the ship's arrival could bring health risks.
Marco Rubio meets Pope Leo amid tensions with Trump over Iran war
Leo, the first American pontiff, drew Trump's ire after becoming a firm critic of the war and the administration's hardline immigration policies.
Who is Kumanjayi Little Baby and why has her death caused outrage in Australia?
The BBC's Katy Watson explains the case, the cultural sensitivities and why it has caused so much anger.
'I wouldn't pay it' - Trump on USA ticket price
US President Donald Trump says he "wouldn't pay it either" when asked about the potential ticket price to watch his country play Paraguay in their 2026 World Cup opener.
Trump's 'irresponsible war' to blame for economic slowdown, German minister says
Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil blamed the US president's "irresponsible war in Iran" for harming the Germany economy.
Rwandan singer dies as he was being released from prison
The former university lecturer was a vocal critic of the government and ruling Rwandan Patriotic Front party.
Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship not start of pandemic, UN health agency says
Ther World Health Organisation says it is not in the same situation as with Covid-19 because hantavirus spreads differently.
Rosenberg: Russia's Victory Day parade with no tanks a sign Ukraine war not going to plan
For the first time in nearly two decades, there will be no military hardware, just soldiers during Saturday's parade in Moscow.
How worried should we be about hantavirus?
Some passengers potentially exposed to hantavirus have already taken flights to numerous countries.
Fears of renewed Gaza war as Hamas disarmament talks stall
Israeli media reports suggest Israel is preparing to resume fighting because of the impasse in talks with Hamas.
Superdry co-founder James Holder jailed for rape
The 54-year-old, of Cheltenham, attacked the woman in her flat after a night out in May 2022.
South Africa condemns 'fake videos' of alleged xenophobic attacks
As claims of xenophobia in South Africa mount, Ghana calls on the African Union to send a fact-finding mission.
Tenerife resident calls docking of hantavirus ship 'reckless'
People on Tenerife in the Canary Islands have told the BBC they are concerned about the arrival of MV Hondius.
Disturbances and 127 arrests mar Paris party after PSG Champions League victory
Fans took to the streets to celebrate the Paris team's qualification for the final, but celebrations were marred by disturbances.
Race to trace passengers who left hantavirus cruise ship at island
A 69-year-old woman who later died in South Africa is among those who left MV Hondius at St Helena.
Three women linked to Islamic State arrested in Australia on return from Syria
Three women who allegedly supported IS were arrested after they flew home to Australia for the first time in years.
US judge releases Jeffrey Epstein's purported suicide note
Epstein's former cellmate claims he found the note, which has not been verified by the BBC.
China announces suspended death sentences for former defence ministers
The announcement follows recent ousting of several top officials in China's military.
'My heart is in a million pieces': Vigils in Australia for five-year-old allegedly killed in Outback
Kumanjayi Little Baby was found dead after going missing from an Aboriginal town camp in Alice Springs.
DR Congo president hints at extending his term and delaying polls
"If the people want me to have a third term, I will accept," Tshisekedi says, with him due to step down in 2028.