Thailand reopens to vaccinated tourists from over 60 nations
Authorities hope reopening will generate $30bn for the tourism sector despite ongoing restrictions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2...
New Zealand bat flies away with bird of the year award
The win, seen by some as a much-needed PR victory for bats, has ruffled feathers among bird-lovers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
How film-school reject Khadar Ahmed is winning prizes and hearts
Finnish-Somali prize-winning director Khadar Ahmed credits Africa for his great storytelling. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BwXiru
How Japan's new PM is promising a 'new capitalism'
Will leader Fumio Kishida's plans to share the wealth materialise? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Y3wwcL
Can we stomach the latest food innovations?
Our growing appetite for novel food tech - from lab grown meat to nano-packaging. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3w25ejq
Real life Succession battle plagues Canada's largest telecoms firm
A bitter power struggle at Rogers Communications has gone from 'Succession' to 'Game of Thrones'. from BBC News - World ht...
COP26: The issues that stand in the way of progress
As the serious business of negotiation finally begins in Glasgow, we look at the key barriers to progress. from BBC News - World https://i...
Climate change: Four things you can do about your carbon footprint
Small changes to our lifestyles and choices could limit our personal carbon footprint. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vIiJom
Climate change: What are the big polluters doing to cut carbon emissions?
The top emissions-producing nations all have plans to tackle global warming, but what progress are they making? from BBC News - World http...
Libya: Thousands of migrants and refugees camp on UN's doorstep
Thousands of people are on the streets after fleeing overcrowded detention centres in Libya's capital. from BBC News - World https://i...
Mount Augustus: Preserving Australia's lesser-known sacred rock
Aboriginal rangers step up efforts to preserve Mount Augustus - a landmark twice the size of Uluru. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Bam Bus: Three women, one cheating ex and an adventure
Bekah, Abi and Morgan became friends after discovering they were all dating the same man. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3w4bMy3
Climate change: The Indian village that could disappear under water
A village in the eastern coast of India faces the risk of going under water amid rising sea levels. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Aukus: French president says Australian PM lied over submarine deal
Asked if Australia's leader was untruthful, France's president responds: "I don't think, I know." from BBC News - Wo...
One dead in Czech cable car crash
The incident at a popular tourist site happened when one cabin came loose from its cable and fell. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Z...
Vienna Open: Alexander Zverev beats Frances Tiafoe for title
Alexander Zverev continues his dominant form since the summer, beating Frances Tiafoe in the Vienna Open final. from BBC News - World http...
Climate change: Extreme weather events are 'the new norm'
Scientists from the WMO say global warming is leading the world into "uncharted territory". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
UK and France blame each other over fishing row stalemate
Johnson says Macron should "de-escalate the rhetoric" and Macron says the "ball is in Britain's court". from BBC N...
Biden at G20: Russia and China 'didn't show up' on climate
US President Joe Biden addresses disappointment by some about what was agreed at the G20 ahead of COP26. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Black History Month: Five sportspeople whose hair is their magic
Patsy Goodwin looks at five athletes who have made their hair their superpower and inspired a generation of young black people to do the sam...
Sudan coup: Khartoum barricaded by pro-democracy activists
Three people were reportedly killed and 100 wounded after a crackdown on mass protests on Saturday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Japan election: Ruling LDP set for reduced majority - polls
Polls predict new Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's party will have a reduced majority in the lower house. from BBC News - World https://...
Stars of music enter the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Carole King, Jay-Z and Foo Fighters and others were inducted at a star studded Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ceremony. from BBC News - World ...
Yemen: Nine killed in Aden airport car bomb
The attack near Aden's airport is the deadliest to strike the temporary capital since last year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Man dies during bull-running event in Spanish city of Onda
Authorities said the man suffered a head wound and had an artery punctured in his thigh by the bull. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
ICYMI: A baby rhino and million dollar trainers
A roundup of stories you might have missed this week, including a hoverbike and million dollar trainers. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Greta Thunberg: It's never too late to do as much as we can
Activist Greta Thunberg is still hopeful the world can achieve "massive changes" to combat climate change. from BBC News - World...
'Father of tiramisu' Ado Campeol dies aged 93
Campeol owned a restaurant in Italy where the dessert was invented by his wife and a pastry chef. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Bw...
G20 in final push to reach deal on climate at Rome summit
The leaders of the world's richest economies are looking for an agreement ahead of COP26. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Y1D2AB
COP26: 'Moment of truth' as world meets for climate summit
COP26 begins in Glasgow, amid dire warnings for the future if urgent climate action is not taken. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bt...
‘As a child I saw the plane crash that killed my sisters'
Harriet was waving her sisters off when the plane left the runway and burned. Now she's finding others linked to the tragedy. from BBC...
The white student braving racial politics in South Africa
Jess Griesel faces a backlash for joining a party that backs the interests of poor black South Africans. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Can COP26 really save the planet?
Past COPs our science editor went to didn't stop climate change - will this one be any different? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Climate change: What's it like living in a place where it's 50C?
The BBC has spoken to people around the world about how extreme heat is changing their lives. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3CqHtE5
COP26: What effect does methane have on climate change? And more questions
BBC science correspondent Matt McGrath answers your questions about Glasgow's COP26 climate summit. from BBC News - World https://ift....
COP26: How Glasgow is hosting world leaders
About 120 world leaders from US President Joe Biden to the prime minister of Andorra will be in Glasgow for COP26. from BBC News - World h...
A lifetime with the Yanomami people of the Amazon
The photographer who spent 50 years fighting to protect indigenous people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZCj2ou
How the Taliban takeover changed my life
From office workers to students, Afghans share how their lives have changed since August. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BoWzIU
Alec Baldwin makes first public comments on 'one in a trillion' shooting
In his first public comments, the actor says the cinematographer he accidentally shot was his friend. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Israeli woman jailed three times for refusing to join the army
Most Jewish Israelis do military service. But a small number, like Shahar, take an ideological stance. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
The women reviving a vanishing legacy of Sufi music in Kashmir
This six-piece band has overcome a lot of opposition to be able to play Islamic devotional music. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Bs...
'I feel free': LGBT Afghan refugees arrive in UK
The BBC speaks to one of 29 LGBT refugees who fled the Taliban, fearing for their lives. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EBePkt
Japan undersea volcano: Artist tries to swim in floating pumice stone
An eruption from an undersea volcano has coated the coastal waters off a Japanese island in pumice. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Sudan coup: Thousands take to streets in new protests
Demonstrators across the country are demanding an immediate return to a civilian-led government. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZBL...
La Palma volcano survivors shaken but determined to rebuild
A vast lava flow reshapes a Canary Islands landscape, but does not crush the locals' hopes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3CtsL...
Indian PM Narendra Modi invites Pope for visit
The invitation is a significant turnaround, after negotiations for a papal visit collapsed in 2017. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
T20 World Cup: The toxic trolling of India's cricket stars
As online abuse becomes the main form of venting, many worry about the toxicity cricketers face on social media. from BBC News - World htt...
G20: Climate and Covid top agenda as world leaders meet
The G20 leaders are holding their first face-to-face meeting since the start of the pandemic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3brzyue
Tonga records first coronavirus case since start of pandemic
The island nation was one of the last countries in the world not to have reported any infections. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3br...
Ancient wooden Mayan canoe unearthed almost intact in Mexico
Archaeologists discovered the boat during construction work on a new tourist train network. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Gx9egR
The Rolling Stones: Robot dog 'Spot' shares Mick Jagger's moves
A unique robotic version of Start Me Up celebrates 40 years since the release of The Rolling Stones' Tattoo You album. from BBC News -...
Covid-19 origins may never be known, US intelligence agencies say
But US agencies say the virus, first identified in China, was not developed as a biological weapon. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
COP26: What do the poorest countries want from climate summit?
Rich countries will get most of the attention, but developing countries are on climate change's front line. from BBC News - World http...
Marshall 'Major' Taylor: The first black American world champion & his fight to the top
Marshall 'Major' Taylor was the first black American to become a world champion, in 1899. This is his largely forgotten story. fro...
The 17-year-old making films fun for deaf children
Mariella, 17, made an app during lockdown that's helping some kids enjoy films for the first time. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Canada challenges compensation order for indigenous children
The Trudeau government opposes the court order to pay C$40,000 to each indigenous child. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nJCqZ5
Week in pictures: 23 - 29 October 2021
A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Cv3p0K
La Palma: Living with lava
Residents on the Spanish island share how Cumbre Vieja's eruption has changed their lives. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3w0cBIk
The viral basketball star changing views on Muslim women in sport
Viral basketball sensation Jamad Fiin's videos have racked up millions of views online. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3w07nfj
COP26: African climate activists' message to world leaders
Young climate activists from Africa share their message to world leaders at COP26. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZtxgYV
California condors: Virgin births discovered in critically endangered birds
Scientists discover California condors can give birth without any male genetic DNA. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XW7axd
Palestinian groups branded terrorists by Israel say they are being silenced
Six human rights groups outlawed by Israel say they are being silenced and want the ban removed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jOT...
The moment Facebook became Meta
Meta, the rebranded Facebook, made its debut at the company’s headquarters with a new sign today. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZH...
Dramatic footage shows tornado cut across Texas highway
The twister flung trees and cars into the air and affected 100 homes, officials said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vX78C2
Why China's climate policy matters to us all
The global battle against climate change is likely to be won or lost in China. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ALJeu4
Is Hong Kong's label as Asia's financial capital at risk?
With the 2019 protests and imposition of the National Security Law, plus Covid-19 border closures, is Hong Kong's label as Asia's fi...
Palestinians unveil huge mosaic in West Bank desert castle
The restored mosaic at Hisham's Palace in the city of Jericho is one of the largest in the world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Heather Mack: Bali 'suitcase murder' accomplice released early
Heather Mack had been in jail for helping to kill her mother and stuffing her body into a suitcase. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Pope urges 'radical' climate response in exclusive BBC message
In an exclusive message recorded for the BBC, Pope Francis addresses world leaders ahead of COP26. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3v...
Arnold Schwarzenegger calls leaders 'liars' over climate
The actor and former governor of California speaks to BBC radio 4 ahead of the COP26 climate summit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Squid Game cryptocurrency soars 2300% in first few days
The popular Netflix show has now spawned its new cryptocurrency - and its soaring. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Br0zsz
Gordon Brown calls for richer countries to airlift surplus Covid vaccines
Former UK prime minister Gordon Brown has called for richer countries to airlift surplus Covid vaccines. from BBC News - World https://ift...
COP26: Four numbers that set the stage for climate change negotiations
The Queen cancelling her appearance and a climate pledge delayed - what do they mean for COP26? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bl6d...
Climate Change: What are the big polluters doing to cut carbon emissions?
The top CO2-producing nations all have plans to tackle global warming - but what progress are they making? from BBC News - World https://i...
COP26: Arnold Schwarzenegger angered by world leaders' climate policies
The Terminator actor also says reducing meat intake does not have to mean sacrificing something. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bl9...
Biden lands in Europe with domestic spending plans in limbo
The US president is attending two summits, while his $2.75tn (£2tn) spending plans are up in the air. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Andrew Cuomo: Ex-NY governor accused of groping in court filing
The criminal complaint alleges the ex-NY governor forcibly touched a woman at the governor's mansion. from BBC News - World https://if...
Inside the controversial US gunshot-detection firm
BBC News has been given access to ShotSpotter, the controversial US technology company that detects gunshots. from BBC News - World https:...
Indonesia calls for vaccine equity after Covid toll
In an exclusive interview, President Joko Widodo urges rich countries to share their vaccines. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/315NLep
The Taliban’s secretive war against IS
Jalalabad is the frontline in murky and bloody battle between two groups, and the death toll is rising. from BBC News - World https://ift....
Mikheil Saakashvili: Hunger-striking ex-leader rattles Georgia from jail
Mikheil Saakashvili was president, but is now in prison as the government tries to silence him. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Es9j...
Why the vending machine is making a comeback
From milkshakes to pizzas, new vending machines are selling an expanding range of products. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BqhHOM
Ethiopia food crisis: Why does PM have a problem with wheat aid?
Ethiopia has been increasing its wheat production, but this is yet to catch up with growing wheat demand. from BBC News - World https://if...
Europe's floods: Lessons from German tragedy
Recriminations have followed the July floods and the alleged failure to alert residents. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZyV0uQ
Two US neo-Nazis from 'the Base' jailed for terrorist plot
The sentence comes as part of a federal government crackdown on violent white nationalists. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Bnjmoj
Japan election: Why the ruling party keeps winning
As Sunday's polls approach, we look at why it is so difficult to defeat the ruling party. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XSrhfI
Climate change: Major US oil companies face grilling by Congress
House Democrats accuse major oil companies of misleading the public for decades. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31gkvSB
Film-maker who exposed East Timor massacre dies
Max Stahl went from children's TV host to award-winning film-maker and East Timor national hero. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
US issues first gender-neutral 'X' passport
The document has an "X" in the gender box, to show the holder does not identify as male or female. from BBC News - World https:/...
Hundreds of sea turtles wash up dead in Mexico
Scientists think the turtles may have become tangled in abandoned fishing nets and drowned. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EnWQh5
Laos makes Southeast Asia's largest ever drug bust
A truck was carrying 55 million amphethamine tablets and over 1.5 tonnes of crystal methamphetamine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Climate change: Major US oil companies to testify in Congress
A US congressional hearing will examine whether oil companies misled the public about climate change. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Covid: Moscow shops and restaurants shut in partial lockdown
Russia closes non-essential services and sends workers home amid record Covid deaths. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vUcePl
Rémy Daillet: Conspiracist charged over alleged French coup plot
Rémy Daillet is accused of forming an extremist group to plan attacks against the French state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BpSM...
No Squid Game Halloween costumes, New York schools say
The primary schools have warned parents about the Netflix series' "violent messages". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
British fishing trawler detained by French authorities
Two British ships caught up in post-Brexit fishing rights row in French waters. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Bnbp2s
UK boat detained by France amid fishing rights row
A French minister says the boat did not have a licence to fish in French waters and was seized. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Eu0I...
China rations diesel amid fuel shortages
It is likely to contribute to the global supply chain crisis and inflation, analysts told the BBC. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3p...
Sitting Bull: DNA confirms great-grandson's identity
A sample of the Native American leader's hair confirms the identity of his great-grandson. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vZqeHx
Helping Chinatown's elderly during the pandemic
A volunteer army is delivering hundreds of meals to elderly East-Asians in New York. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ByLx45
Climate change: Polls shows rising demand for government action
Ahead of COP26, a BBC World Service poll finds growing support for strong political leadership. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Zwoh...
ICC T20 World Cup: India arrests Muslims for cheering Pakistan cricket team
Several people have been arrested for supporting Pakistan during Sunday's T20 World Cup cricket game. from BBC News - World https://if...
Fishing rights row: French threats disappointing, says Frost
The Brexit minister seeks "urgent clarification" after France says it will block ports to UK boats. from BBC News - World https:...
China limits construction of 'super high-rise buildings'
The decision is being seen as part of a larger bid to crackdown on vanity projects. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30YU6bw
Chinese missile launch very concerning, says top US general
Gen Milley's comments were the first US acknowledgment of claims China tested a hypersonic missile. from BBC News - World https://ift....
'You have to prove your faith when you're dating as a black Muslim'
Radio 1 Newsbeat speaks to black Muslims about their experiences in the dating world and society. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nE...
Covid passes set to stay as Europe heads for winter
There have been protests but much of Europe has accepted the QR codes as a means of extending freedoms. from BBC News - World https://ift....
Climate change: Can India meet its targets?
As a major global climate summit approaches, is the Indian government on track to meet its own commitments? from BBC News - World https://...
Ruth Negga on her latest role – as a black woman passing as white
Based on the 1929 book by Nella Larsen, the film tells the story of childhood friends who meet in later life. from BBC News - World https:...
Pope Francis to visit Canada for indigenous reconciliation
The visit follows renewed attention on indigenous children who died at residential schools. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bdukCi
Iran blames foreign country for cyberattack on petrol stations
Tuesday's attack crippled a system that lets motorists buy subsidised petrol, causing long queues. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Poland told to pay €1m a day in legal row with EU
The ruling is the latest step in an escalating dispute over Poland's legal reforms. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vQVdW0
US begins legal appeal to get Julian Assange extradited
Lawyers for the US say a judge who blocked Julian Assange's extradition was misled by a psychiatrist. from BBC News - World https://if...
Sister of Bataclan victim: 'We don't hate you'
Nick Alexander died at a Paris rock gig during the assault by Islamic State (IS) extremists in 2015. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Hong Kong passes new film censorship law
Authorities will have the power to ban films deemed to violate China's national security interests. from BBC News - World https://ift....
Bataclan attack: Reliving loss of my brother, Nick Alexander
Zoe Alexander told the suspects in the 2015 Paris attacks trial that they are war with themselves. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3C...
Sunao Tsuboi: Campaigning Hiroshima survivor dies aged 96
Sunao Tsuboi met Barack Obama on his historic visit to the site of the world's first nuclear attack. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Spain grants joint custody of dog in rare ruling
A lawyer calls the ruling pioneering as her client could declare herself as a "co-carer". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Josh Cavallo: 'I'm a footballer and I'm gay,' says Australian player
The Adelaide United player has become the only current male professional footballer to do so. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vOckYB
Covid: Australia to end ban on citizens leaving country
For the first time in 19 months, Australians will not need an exemption to travel overseas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vRJTcj
Moldova: Russia threatens gas supply in Europe's poorest state
Moldova has made history by buying gas from somewhere other than Russia. How will the Kremlin react? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Huma Abedin: Clinton aide details sex assault by US senator
In a new book, Huma Abedin says she was assaulted after a senator invited her into his home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bfnPik
Mort Sahl: Legendary comedian and satirist dies at age 94
His political satire spared no side and revolutionised how stand-up comedy is now performed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bemqsr
Sudan coup: Why the army is gambling with the future
The generals fear they are at risk if civilian rule demands accountability, argues Alex de Waal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vP3...
Lebanon: Beirut violence fuels fears of return to civil war
A deadly flare-up shows how Lebanon's festering tensions could spiral into all-out conflict again. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Alex Clare: The singer who chose his faith over Adele tour
Alex Clare on record label ultimatums and a hopeful return to a kinder music industry. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bccPlZ
Malkhan Singh: The surrender of India's bandit king
Forty years ago, a photographer spent a week following India's dreaded "bandit king" Malkhan Singh. from BBC News - World ht...
Charlottesville: Why are the ‘Unite the Right’ organisers on trial?
Nine people injured at the 2017 far-right 'Unite the Right' rally in Virginia are suing organisers. from BBC News - World https://...
Life at 50C: Surviving in Kuwait's 'unbearable' heat
The Middle East is warming faster than much of the world, leaving Kuwaitis struggling with everyday life. from BBC News - World https://if...
Ros Atkins on... India's climate challenge
A look at how India is trying to balance banishing poverty with meeting its climate commitments. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XO7...
Covid: Charlize Theron wants fairer distribution of vaccines
The actress tells the BBC that nations must start sharing jabs to help reach the WHO's vaccination goals. from BBC News - World https:...
Covid: FDA officials back Pfizer jab for children over five in US
Health experts say the benefits outweigh the risks and recommend the FDA authorise the vaccine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EdY0...
Agnes Wanjiru murder: Kenya family's anger over UK army 'cover-up'
Agnes Wanjiru was murdered nine years ago near a British army base in Kenya. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vOrnBu
Sudan coup: Are military takeovers on the rise in Africa?
Despite a series of coups in Africa recently, the longer-term trend for military takeovers is downwards. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Berlin attack: First aider dies 5 years after Christmas market murders
Sascha Hüsges was badly injured when he rushed to help victims of the 2016 Christmas market attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Japan's Princess Mako: The woman who gave up royal status to marry
Japan's Princess Mako has finally married her college sweetheart, thus losing her royal status. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Signs of first planet found outside our galaxy
Astronomers have found hints of what could be the first planet ever to be discovered outside our galaxy. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Climate change: Sir David Attenborough in 'act now' warning
"If we don't act now, it'll be too late," warns Sir David Attenborough ahead of the COP26 climate summit. from BBC News ...
Blue Origin: Jeff Bezos unveils plans for 'space business park'
His space company Blue Origin hopes its venture will replace the International Space Station. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZhTRYm
Eco-friendly sex: What is it and how does it impact on climate change?
As more people try to live environmentally friendly lives, how do we make sex more sustainable? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pBEo...
Climate change: Australia pledges to reach net zero emissions by 2050
The 2050 target controversially omits new short-term goals and cuts to fossil fuel industries. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3CtYw8t
Japan's Princess Mako finally marries commoner boyfriend Kei Komuro
She will lose her royal status and has declined a $1.3m payment for leaving the family. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mejwdC
Chappelle slams cancel culture amid Netflix transgender furore
"I am not bending to anybody's demands," says the US comic of the transgender backlash he faces. from BBC News - World https...
Facebook earns $9bn despite whistleblower scandal
The firm posts strong profits as it continues to face negative press over leaked internal documents. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Climate change: Four things you can do to help fight climate change
Small changes to our lifestyles and choices could limit our personal carbon footprint. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vIiJom
Eco-friendly sex: What is it and how does it impact on climate change?
As more people try to live environmentally friendly lives, how do we make sex more sustainable? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pz3R...
COP26: What is the Glasgow climate conference and why is it important?
A crucial climate change summit is being held in the UK - this is why it's important. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Zynvc3
'Why I returned to Boko Haram and how I escaped'
Aisha Yerima, who was kidnapped aged 21, tells of her time living with militants in Nigeria. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pCIdlZ
Fleeing Afghanistan: 'Women are imprisoned, while the criminals are free'
When Afghanistan fell, hundreds of female judges went into hiding. After months living in fear, 26 have escaped. from BBC News - World htt...
The Harder They Fall: 'Raising hell' in Netflix's all-black Western
London-born Jeymes Samuel directs Regina King and Idris Elba in The Harder They Fall. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Bhegdn
How a supply chain shortage hurts local businesses
A bottleneck could cost Daniel Liberson, an artisanal vinegar maker in Virginia, his small business. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Can Lego help save Singapore's coral reefs?
Scientists in Singapore are using the popular building block in an effort to rejuvenate its reefs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3G...
Climate change: Pledge of $100bn annual aid slips to 2023
A key pledge on climate funding has still not been met, and the money is not sure to be there before 2023. from BBC News - World https://i...
Sudan coup: Seven protesters killed and dozens injured
Soldiers are said to have opened fire on large crowds opposing the military takeover. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZjIEqn
Covid: Biden sets new rules as air travel to the US reopens
All foreign travellers to the US will be required to show proof of vaccination or a negative test. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3G...
John Wayne Gacy murder victim named 45 years after vanishing
Police identify the remains of a man killed by notorious murderer John Wayne Gacy in the 1970s. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jBgi...
‘Forced to sell my baby’ - Afghan families face extreme poverty
The humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan could cost millions of lives if aid is not provided, the UN warns. from BBC News - World https://if...
German IS woman jailed for Yazidi girl's death in Iraq
A Munich court jails a jihadi bride for 10 years for the agonising death of a Yazidi girl in 2015. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3v...
Amnesty to close Hong Kong offices over National Security Law
The human rights organisation says its staff are under threat from the city's national security law. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Afghanistan facing desperate food crisis, UN warns
The UN World Food Programme says half the population now faces acute food insecurity. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZilXCK
Climate change quiz: Test your knowledge of how to reduce emissions
How much do you know about the steps you could take to help curb climate change? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3py2klf
Climate change: How do we know it is happening and caused by humans?
What's the evidence for global warming and how do we know it's being caused by human activity? from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Sudan's civilian leaders arrested amid coup reports
It comes amid rising tensions between the country's military and civilian transitional authorities. from BBC News - World https://ift....
China postpones Beijing marathon due to Covid surge
Around 30,000 people were expected to take part in the marathon on October 31. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Zfntpe
Michael Jordan's trainers sell for record $1.47m at auction
The US basketball legend wore the pair of red and white trainers during his first NBA season in 1984. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Climate change: The environmental disasters we've almost fixed
From acid rain to the ozone hole: Can we learn from the environmental "success stories" of the past? from BBC News - World https...
Is internet addiction a growing problem?
Experts warn that the pandemic lockdowns have made more people vulnerable. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Gc7cCB
Living with the world's oldest mummies
In a town in northern Chile it is not unusual for residents to stumble across ancient mummies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mc2Bsa
How China’s past shapes Xi's thinking - and his view of the world
Heightened tensions with Taiwan has the world wondering where President Xi Jinping sees China on the world stage. from BBC News - World ht...
Tigray crisis: How the West has fallen out with Ethiopia's PM
The EU and US threaten punitive action against the government and rebels as conflict escalates. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nqT2...
The bumpy road to India's electric car revolution
New investments and incentives are making electric vehicles more viable. But is India ready for the change? from BBC News - World https://...
The Gambia: 'We are crying for justice'
A report into alleged human rights abuses during the rule of former president Jammeh has been delayed. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
How can Coca-Cola solve its plastic problem?
The drinks company has been named the world's biggest plastic polluter. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BfzpEB
Inside the Indonesian cave where oldest animal art was found
The BBC is given rare access to film the 45,500-year-old images found on an Indonesian island. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3puCYot
Facebook whistleblower meets safe content campaigner
Molly, 14, died after viewing graphic content on Instagram, which is owned by Facebook. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3E8Ae4b
James Michael Tyler: Friends' actor dies aged 59
The US actor, who played Gunther on the show, had been diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Zr...
James Michael Tyler: 11 of Gunther's funniest Friends moments
A look back at some of the character's highlights following actor James Michael Tyler's death. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Colombian drug lord Otoniel to be extradited to US
US officials had placed a $5m (£3.6m) bounty on the head of Otoniel, Colombia's most wanted drug lord. from BBC News - World https://i...
Canada: Evacuations as ship spews toxic gas off coast
The Zim Kingston ship is burning but officials said there is no safety risk to people on land. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jzuHMd
T20 World Cup: Pakistan hammer India by 10 wickets to claim famous win
Pakistan hammer India by 10 wickets to claim a famous win over their great rivals at the Men's T20 World Cup in Dubai. from BBC News -...
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe: Husband begins new hunger strike in London
Aid worker Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe is distraught at the prospect of returning to jail, her husband Richard says. from BBC News - World h...
Kobe Bryant's wife Vanessa first heard of his death online
Vanessa Bryant said she learned about the death of her husband by seeing "RIP Kobe" notifications. from BBC News - World https:/...
Barcelona 1-2 Real Madrid: David Alaba scores as Real top La Liga
Real Madrid beat Barcelona in a new-look El Clasico to go top of the La Liga table and leave Ronald Koeman's side down in eighth. from...
German far-right group attempt to block migrants
Police have stopped vigilantes armed with batons, pepper spray and a machete at the Polish border. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3v...
Halyna Hutchins: Vigil held in New Mexico for cinematographer
The cinematographer was fatally shot by a prop gun while filming for western movie Rust. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EhbpTP
Your pictures on the theme of minimalism
A selection of striking images from our readers around the world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BcIWMK
Uganda: Suspected bomb attack in Kampala after terror warnings
The suspected terrorist bombing comes a week after the UK warned about a possible attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3E220iK
Bellator 269: Fedor Emelianenko claims stunning knockout in Moscow
Russian MMA icon Fedor Emelianenko knocks out the number two-ranked heavyweight Tim Johnson in Bellator 269 in Moscow. from BBC News - Wor...
Atlanta Braves beat Los Angeles Dodgers to reach World Series against Houston Astros
The Atlanta Braves beat the Los Angeles Dodgers to reach the 2021 World Series, where they will face the Houston Astros. from BBC News - W...
Climate change: Why Australia refuses to give up coal
Australia is the only rich nation still wedded to coal, despite urgent calls to stop its use. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3m0q4MF
COP26: Document leak reveals nations lobbying to change key climate report
Countries are asking the UN to play down the need to move rapidly away from fossil fuels. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30A0shl
Climate change: Fossil fuel production set to soar over next decade
Government plans to extract coal, oil and gas are incompatible with safe temperatures, says the UN. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
The Gravedigger's Wife: Somali love story wins Africa's top film prize
Somali film The Gravedigger's Wife focuses on the lengths people go to save a loved one. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BaFphS
Picasso masterpieces fetch nearly $110m at Las Vegas auction
The works, which were owned by MGM Resorts, featured in the Picasso Restaurant at the Bellagio Hotel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Colombia's most wanted drug lord Otoniel captured
The US had placed a $5m bounty on the head of 50-year-old Dairo Antonio Usuga, better known as Otoniel. from BBC News - World https://ift....
What's next after the release of Meng Wanzhou?
Ms Meng and the two Canadian Michaels are home - but will the relations with China ever be the same? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Fears of new arms race after Chinese missile test
China's firing of a new nuclear-capable missile carried on a glider has raised questions about a US response. from BBC News - World ht...
Iran: The painful choices of being pregnant and unmarried
Abortion or emigration are often considered the only way out by cohabiting couples who conceive. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Cde...
Why Kenyan churches are banning politicians from pulpits
Churches seek to wrestle back control of pulpits from politicians after years of cosy relations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3B9A...
Record-breaking ferris wheel opens in Dubai
The massive wheel was opened in Dubai with a lavish fireworks display to mark the occasion. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3E4cYUO
Joel Souza, filmmaker wounded in Alec Baldwin gun incident, 'gutted' at friend's death
Joel Souza, wounded by a gun fired by actor Alec Baldwin, grieves for lost friend Halyna Hutchins. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3B...
Alex Quiñónez: Ecuador sprinter shot dead
Quiñónez, one of the country's best known athletes, was shot in the city of Guyaquil. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Eavr2c
Turkey moves to throw out US and nine other envoys
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan declares them "persona non grata" for urging an activist's release. from BBC News - World htt...
Agnes Tirop: Mourners pay respects to running star
Many athletes turn out for the funeral of Agnes Tirop, who was found stabbed to death at her home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3B...
Matteo Salvini: Right-wing Italy politician on trial for blocking migrant boat
The right-wing politician is charged with kidnapping and dereliction of duty, which he denies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BcmCTw
Greta Thunberg: 'We need public pressure, not just summits'
The climate activist speaks to the BBC about the COP26 conference, emissions targets and rickrolling. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Saudi Arabia commits to net zero emissions by 2060
The world's biggest oil exporter will cut carbon emissions, but not stop producing fossil fuels. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
China seeks to lift homework pressures on schoolchildren
A new law urges parents to allow children time for rest and exercise, and restrict time spent online. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Record high migrant detentions at US-Mexico border
More than 1.7 million migrants were stopped in the past year, including 145,000 children. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3m71F89
Alec Baldwin told gun was safe before fatal shooting - court records
The actor was handed the weapon by an assistant director before Halyna Hutchins was shot, a warrant says. from BBC News - World https://if...
Audio depicts Rust set after shooting
Newly released recordings showed first responders’ activity after Baldwin shot Hutchins with a prop gun. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Saving a million salmon and a tribe in a historic drought
Officials destroyed dams so salmon could swim upstream. It helped preserve the livelihoods of the Hupa tribe. from BBC News - World https:...
Covid: Romania's health system torn apart by pandemic
Intensive care beds are full, patients wait outside and vaccination rates are among Europe's lowest. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Trafficked to Europe for sex: A survivor’s story
Expecting to become a carer in Copenhagen, Jewel was forced into prostitution. But two chance meetings enabled her to escape. from BBC New...
The soft toys parents hope connect kids to their faith
Why sales of 'singing' religious cuddly toys for very young children are booming. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3B169By
Abortion in Mexico: Fight for rights just beginning, women say
Mexican women celebrate the Supreme Court ruling decriminalising abortion but say obstacles remain. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Former refugees in US to Afghans: 'You are not alone'
Refugees who fled their home countries to be in the US offer advice to America's newest refugees. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Will Apple be the last US tech giant left in China?
As Microsoft closes down the main version of LinkedIn, Apple looks more alone in China than ever. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Zj...
Texas abortion law to stay in place until Supreme Court decision
The controversial law will be tested next month when the court holds an expedited hearing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Biomed
Kerala floods: Our son was buried by mud - we couldn't save him
The walls of three-year-old Sachu's house collapsed when it was hit by heavy rain and flooding in Kerala. from BBC News - World https:...
Middle East: Deadly Palestinian and Israeli clash
Eight people have been killed and hundreds injured in protests at the occupied West Bank. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3josnra
Halyna Hutchins: Rising star of film industry was 'an incredible artist'
Halyna Hutchins, who has died on a film set, had been named an American Cinematographer rising star. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Bernard Haitink: Celebrated classical conductor dies at 92
Bernard Haitink led the world's top orchestras in London, Amsterdam, Chicago and Dresden. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bgjICV
Li Yundi: China's 'Piano Prince' detained for hiring prostitute
Observers said his detention could be seen as a warning to other "immoral" celebrities. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jr...
Biden says US will defend Taiwan if China attacks
His comments are an apparent departure from the long-held US policy of "strategic ambiguity". from BBC News - World https://ift....
Alec Baldwin fatally shoots woman with prop gun on movie set
A man is also being treated in hospital after the firearm was discharged on set in New Mexico. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ng97gO
Evergrande shares rise on report of bond interest payment
Shares opened up 6% after reports the Chinese property giant made a payment before a crucial deadline. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
One of world's last northern white rhinos retired from breeding scheme
Najin, 32, has been part of a programme in Kenya trying to save her species from extinction. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jnzkbS
How Belarus is helping ‘tourists’ break into the EU
Belarus is accused of taking revenge for EU sanctions by offering migrants tourist visas, and helping them across its border. from BBC New...
Crime-hit Chicago grapples with police vaccine revolt
Vaccination rates have lagged among US police, even as Covid-19 becomes their leading cause of death. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Canadians hurt slipping in snow can now sue cities
The Supreme Court rules in favour of a woman who was injured climbing a snowbank in British Columbia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Russia's Covid nightmare driven by vaccine rejection
More than 1,000 people are dying in Russia every day, and in Vologda only one in four is vaccinated. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Bangladesh's Hindus living in fear following mob attacks
Homes and temples of Hindu Bangladeshis have been torched across the country, and at least seven killed. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Why the Newcastle United takeover is controversial
Here are some of the reasons why the Saudi-led consortium has proved controversial. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3B65Jtw
Contrails: How tweaking flight plans can help the climate
Why experts say cutting contrails costs less than $1bn a year but may be worth so much more. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZbfXeS
Khaby Lame: What is the secret to success for the Senegal-born TikToker?
How the Senegalese-born 21-year-old's myth-busting of "life hacks" made him a household name. from BBC News - World https://...
Gabby Petito: Fiancé Brian Laundrie's remains found - FBI
A skull was reportedly found in the hunt for Brian Laundrie, a person of interest in Gabby Petito's death. from BBC News - World https...
Heat blamed for mysterious deaths of California hiker family
The family of three and their dog were found dead on a trail in Devil's Gulch Valley two months ago. from BBC News - World https://ift...
La Palma: Scientists collect volcano samples
Scientists will look at the viscosity of the red-hot lava from the ongoing Cumbre Vieja eruption. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vw...
Climate change will bring global tension, US intelligence report says
Countries will argue over a response and the poorest will suffer most, US intelligence says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3E1AeCW
Steve Bannon: House votes for ex-Trump aide to face contempt charge
Only nine Republicans in the chamber voted to hold Mr Bannon in contempt. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3B3xXVY
Enes Kanter: Boston Celtics star under fire over China comments
Enes Kanter calls China's leader a "brutal dictator", while Beijing accuses him of seeking attention. from BBC News - World ...
US surgeon explains pig kidney-human transplant test
A US team says it successfully transplanted a genetically modified pig's kidney into a brain-dead human. from BBC News - World https:/...
Barbados elects first ever president ahead of becoming republic
The Caribbean nation is set to become a republic, removing Queen Elizabeth as its head of state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aVU...
Texas nurse guilty of killing patients by injecting them with air
William Davis injected at least seven patients with air and could now face the death penalty. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3joTjHf
Cleo Smith: Police offer A$1m reward amid fears girl, 4, was abducted
Cleo Smith, 4, vanished from a tent at a remote coastal campsite in Western Australia on Saturday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3B...
More games, more countries, more travel: Does European football care about its climate impact?
European football is expanding, with more games in more countries than ever before. So how does that tally with the sport reducing its clima...
South Korea launches first homegrown space rocket Nuri
The move comes as the country pursues its space ambitions as an arms race with North Korea heats up. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Why separatists in Cameroon and Nigeria have united
Armed militias in the two countries are said to be helping each other with weapons and intelligence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Squid's Victory? China streaming site accused of copying Squid Game
Chinese streaming site Youku said that it was just a "draft" poster, but netizens weren't convinced. from BBC News - World h...
Trump to launch new social media platform TRUTH Social
The former US president said it would be used to "stand up to the tyranny of big tech". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3C1...
Covid vaccine: India administers more than one billion Covid jabs
But experts say the pace needs to pick up for India to meet its target of vaccinating all adults by 2021. from BBC News - World https://if...
Tax cheat schemes cost governments billions
Major tax evasion and avoidance schemes have deprived countries of £127bn, research shows. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3B0R036
Evergrande shares resume trading after 17-day halt
Shares of the Chinese property giant fell 10% on Thursday morning in Hong Kong. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3G7hxzp
The people trying to save the Himalayas
Locals in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh are demanding a stop to new hydro-power projects. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aUb...
COP26: Document leak reveals nations lobbying to change key climate report
Countries are asking the UN to play down the need to move rapidly away from fossil fuels. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30A0shl
Netflix employees protest 'transphobic' Dave Chappelle comedy show
Activists say the streaming giant's comedy special could fuel attacks on transgender people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jly...
Covid: WHO warns pandemic will drag on into 2022
Slow vaccine supply to poorer nations means the crisis will last longer than it needs to, experts say. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
China: The patriotic 'ziganwu' bloggers who attack the West
Their scathing posts have shot them to fame amid rising nationalist fervour - but they toe a fine line. from BBC News - World https://ift....
The remote British island hoping to see more visitors
The territory of St Helena, which has remained coronavirus-free, wants a big rise in tourists. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZcJXri
God and robots: Will AI transform religion?
Robot "priests" can recite prayers, perform funerals, and even comfort those experiencing a spiritual crisis. from BBC News - Wo...
How green politics are changing Europe
The Greens performed well in German elections but they are having to adapt their policies to succeed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
UK agrees free trade deal with New Zealand
The government says consumers and businesses will benefit from deal, but it is unlikely to boost growth. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Paris Hilton: I couldn't sleep for 20 years from memories of youth care abuse
Paris Hilton alleges she was strangled, slapped and watched in the shower while in a youth care facility. from BBC News - World https://if...
Gabby Petito: Items found in search for missing fiancé Brian Laundrie
Items belonging to Gabby Petito's missing fiancé have been found in a Florida park, the FBI says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Paris Hilton pushes for US youth care abuse reform
The reality star spoke in Washington DC about her alleged abuse in residential care as a teenager. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3p...
Guatemala: Riot police deployed after protesters breach Congress, set cars alight
Riot police were deployed and lawmakers had to be evacuated amid the protests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Gegz4K
Aryan Khan: Bollywood actor's son bail plea rejected in drugs case
Aryan Khan, Shah Rukh Khan's son, was arrested on 3 October over drug charges. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3G43tH6
Ex-German soldiers arrested over alleged terror plot in Yemen's war
The former soldiers are accused of trying to form a mercenary force to fight in Yemen's civil war. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Covid: Brazil's Bolsonaro 'should be charged with crimes against humanity'
A major inquiry is presenting its final findings into the Brazilian leader's handling of the Covid-19 pandemic. from BBC News - World ...
Syria: Deadly blast on military bus in Damascus
At least 13 people are reported to have died in an attack on a military vehicle in Syria's capital. from BBC News - World https://ift....
Uttarakhand: At least 46 killed in floods in Himalayan state
Unusually heavy rainfall has triggered flash floods in India's northern state of Uttarakhand. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aV...
Michael Slater: Australian ex-cricketer arrested over alleged domestic violence
The former batsman was arrested in Sydney over an alleged domestic violence incident. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BZXAID
IMF warns Afghanistan's economic slump will impact neighbours
Afghanistan's economic turmoil will fuel a refugee crisis impacting nearby countries, the fund warned. from BBC News - World https://i...
Steve Bannon: Lawmakers vote to hold ex-Trump aide in contempt
Steve Bannon could be prosecuted for refusing to give evidence to lawmakers investigating the Capitol riot. from BBC News - World https://...
Squid Game helps Netflix subscriptions bounce back
The streaming giant added 4.4 million new users in the third quarter as foreign language shows continued to fly. from BBC News - World htt...
Rachel Levine: Transgender official sworn in as four-star admiral
Dr Rachel Levine is already the nation's most prominent openly transgender federal official. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ARm...
Credit Suisse fined over Mozambique tuna scandal
Bank to pay £147m fine to UK authorities as part of wider settlement over a corruption scandal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3DUBS...
North Korea confirms 'successful' submarine-launched missile test
This comes a day after South Korea reported an apparent weapons test in waters off Japan's coast. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Myanmar: Mass release of political prisoners
Some of the political prisoners released by the authorities in Myanmar describe how they endured life in jail. from BBC News - World https...
Ros Atkins on… Europe's climate challenge
Ros Atkins looks at how Europe is getting to grips with its emissions problem. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3DTHJvG
When a cobra became a murder weapon
A 28-year-old man killed his wife using a cobra, in what prosecutors say is the first crime of its kind. from BBC News - World https://ift...
The US suburban couple accused of a bungled treason plot
The Toebbes seemed to have everything - so why did they allegedly try to sell nuclear secrets? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pf8uXm
The Indian women widowed by Covid-19
In India, Covid has widowed thousands of women, who are now struggling to adjust to a new life. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Z6Cn...
Sudan on the brink amid scramble for democracy
A power-sharing deal between the military and civilians is under pressure with concerns of violence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Capitol riots officer: The moment the mob took me
Video from outside the Capitol shows police officer Mike Fanone scream as he was tasered in the head. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Oleg Deripaska: FBI searches US homes linked to Russian oligarch
Agents are sweeping homes linked to Oleg Deripaska, a Russian oligarch who is under US sanctions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aQ...
Navy report blames crew for devastating fire on the Bonhomme Richard
The amphibious USS Bonhomme Richard was decommissioned after a fire burned on board for four days. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3E...
Ecuador crime wave triggers state of emergency
A state of emergency is in place for the next two months, allowing soldiers to patrol the streets. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j...
Czech turmoil over removing ailing President Zeman's powers
President Milos Zeman is in intensive care in hospital and it is claimed his signature was forged. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Z...
Life at 50C: The Baghdad traffic cop who works in 50C heat
In Baghdad, Sergeant Saa’d has to brave increasingly extreme conditions to keep the city moving. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pcD...
Haiti kidnappers 'demand $17m' for missionaries
The missionaries from the US and Canada were seized as they were returning from an orphanage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FXT4N3
Male State: Russia bans group for anti-women and anti-gay posts
Russia bans a group called Male State which hounded women and gay people online. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3G1c9xR
Polish PM accuses EU of blackmail as row over rule of law escalates
Mateusz Morawiecki clashes with EU leaders over a Polish court ruling that rejected parts of EU law. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Nick Rolovich: Washington State football coach fired for refusing Covid vaccine
College football coach Nick Rolovich loses his $3.1m-a-year job for shirking a state vaccine mandate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Man falls to death from hot air balloon in Israel
The crew member was seen hanging from the basket before he slipped and fell onto a moving car. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nbfwKd
Uttarakhand floods: Dramatic rescue of car passengers trapped in floods
Officials used cranes to pull the car and its occupants to safety in India's Uttarakhand state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Diver finds 900-year-old crusader sword off Israel's coast
The blade, which is encrusted with marine organisms, is believed to be about 900 years old. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jhn8JP
North Korea fires ballistic missile into waters off Japan
The launch, confirmed by the South, is the latest in a series of missile tests by Pyongyang. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pggNCq
Cleo Smith: 'Grave concerns' for Australian girl missing from beach campsite
Police have "grave concerns" for four-year-old Cleo Smith, after she vanished from her family's tent. from BBC News - World ...
Haiti kidnap: 400 Mawozo accused of US missionary kidnap
The armed gang, called 400 Mawozo, is holding 17 women, men and children from the US and Canada. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FVd...
The shortages hitting countries around the world
People and businesses across the world are facing shortages of everything from coal to coffee. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Z5RtEm
Eric Zemmour: Far-right journalist cast as Macron election rival
Eric Zemmour - tipped to run for the French presidency - is rebranding far-right nationalism. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aPAAAc
The battle to make lighter life-saving body armour
New materials are making body armour lighter but nanotechnology could provide a breakthrough. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jeGO0K
Narendra Modi: 'Why is the Indian PM's photo on my Covid vaccine certificate?'
A 62-year-old Indian wants a new Covid-19 vaccine certificate without Narendra Modi's photograph. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
The key moments of Colin Powell's life
The son of Jamaican immigrants, his story was hailed as an example of what's possible in America. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Afghanistan: US envoy Zalmay Khalilzad steps down after withdrawal
Zalmay Khalilzad led talks with the Taliban that resulted in a deal to fully withdraw US troops. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jcJ...
Covid: Australia's Flying Doctors take vaccines to vast remote areas
The famed service is helping solve the immense challenge of vaccinating remote Australia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ATknnO
Trudeau visits First Nation to apologise after holiday snub
His apology comes two weeks after he skipped an event on the first Truth and Reconciliation Day. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30DA...
Tigray: Ethiopian government admits Mekelle airstrike
Officials had earlier denied the government was behind allegedly deadly attacks in the region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jdW6TF
Kerala floods: Couple sail to wedding in large cooking pot
Images of the pair travelling to a temple in Kerala state amid flooding are widely shared online. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AO...
Myanmar to release 5,000 prisoners held over coup
The leader of the military junta says they are being freed for humanitarian reasons. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Z8CwkK
Ronnie Tutt: 'Legendary' Elvis Presley drummer dies at 83
Tutt provided the backbeat for the King of Rock 'n' Roll's 1969 Taking Care of Business tour. from BBC News - World https://if...
China's growth slowdown suggests recovery is losing steam
The world's second largest economy expanded by less than expected in the third quarter. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3n5gtU1
Sean Wainui: Maori All Blacks player dies in New Zealand car crash
Tributes are paid to Maori All Blacks centre Sean Wainui after the 25-year-old dies in a car crash in New Zealand. from BBC News - World h...
Israel: Hundreds strip naked by the Dead Sea
Hundreds of people stripped naked by the Dead Sea in Israel to highlight environmental changes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Xp8g...
Facebook to hire 10,000 in EU to work on metaverse
Mark Zuckerberg is a leading voice on the metaverse - a virtual reality version of the internet. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BT8...
Afghan girls are ‘left in darkness’ by the Taliban
BBC correspondent Yogita Limaye in Kabul asks the Taliban when girls can go back to school. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aOsJm8
Australian pair survive days without water in remote outback
The man and teenage boy endured up to four days without water in "harsh" conditions, police say. from BBC News - World https://i...
Does a climate summit need 25,000 people? And more questions
BBC science correspondent Matt McGrath answers your questions about Glasgow's COP26 climate summit. from BBC News - World https://ift....
Hungary: Mayor Marki-Zay wins run-off to challenge Orban
Polls suggest Peter Marki-Zay has the best chance of ousting Prime Minister Viktor Orban. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ARrBsK
I get abuse and threats online - why can't it be stopped?
Online abuse against women is on the rise, but why aren't the police, government and social media sites doing more to stop it? from BB...
You may be able to book a flying taxi within three years
Firms are racing to bring flying taxis and the mini-airports they need into service. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YXCmw8
The Nigerians who want Israel to accept them as Jews
A small Nigerian community claims Jewish ancestry dating hundreds of years but Israel does not recognise them. from BBC News - World https...
Iran's Covid orphans: 'She keeps asking where daddy is'
Around 51,000 children in Iran have lost a parent to Covid, according to officials. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pbAlHL
The nightmare of India's tallest rubbish mountain
India's oldest and tallest mountain of rubbish in the city of Mumbai is 18 storeys high. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jdxDxU
Covid: Thousands of children left without parents in Iran
Thousands of children in Iran have been left without parents, and many people blame the leadership. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
The climate activists who want Norway to end oil and gas production
The BBC's Nick Beake meets the young climate activists trying to stop Norway drilling for oil and gas. from BBC News - World https://i...
Has Covid changed New York City nightlife forever?
A photographer is confronted with the new reality of empty streets and closed clubs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jbHNih
Songhaï: A 'zero waste' agricultural system to increase food security in Africa
Fr Godfrey Nzamujo runs a "zero waste" agriculture system aimed at increasing food security and creating jobs. from BBC News - W...
Belarus: French ambassador leaves Minsk after Minsk expels him
France, among other countries, does not recognise the president's claim to a sixth term. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jdIwj7
Haiti kidnap: 400 Mawozo accused of US missionary kidnap
The armed gang, called 400 Mawozo, is holding 17 women, men and children from the US and Canada. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FVd...
Bill Clinton: Thumbs up as former US president leaves hospital
The former US president is discharged from a Californian hospital accompanied by his wife Hillary. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j...
Poland: New project aims to help migrants crossing border
Lawyer suggests locals should switch on a green light to signal they can help migrants with food. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Z2...
Queen 'irritated' by climate change inaction in COP26 build-up
The monarch appears to criticise people who "talk" but "don't do", ahead of the COP26 summit. from BBC News - Worl...
Why giant turbines are pushing the limits of possibility
Huge wind turbines are pushing the limits of what ports and installation vessels can handle. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3DL9mqu
Why China's climate policy matters to us all
The global battle against climate change is likely to be won or lost in China. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ALJeu4
What is climate change? A really simple guide
World temperatures are rising because of human activity, and climate change now threatens every aspect of human life. from BBC News - Worl...
Fespaco: Pomp and colour as Africa’s biggest film festival starts
The Fespaco festival draws film fans from across the world to Burkina Faso. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lK0aN3
Candlelit vigil in honour of MP
Hundreds of people carrying lanterns and candles gathered in Leigh-on-Sea to pay their respects. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pg7...
Sir David Amess killing: Should MPs still be able to meet the public?
The home secretary is reviewing MPs' security but says they must remain accessible to voters. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j7...
Kerala floods: At least 19 dead and dozens missing in India
Heavy rains cause rivers to overflow in Kerala, washing away homes and trapping people under debris. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Russia sets condition for return of BBC journalist
Ambassador Andrei Kelin says the BBC reporter can return if Russian journalists gets UK visas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YS1YdY
Russia not withholding gas for political reasons - ambassador
Russia's ambassador to the UK denies Russia is using energy as a political weapon, amid surging prices. from BBC News - World https://...
Savannah Marshall stops Lolita Muzeya to set up unification fight with Claressa Shields
Savannah Marshall stopped Lolita Muzeya in emphatic fashion in Newcastle and remains on track to fight Claressa Shields in a unification bou...
Russian team back on Earth after filming first movie in space
The Russian film crew return after an ISS shoot that had its own moments of drama. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jbFE6h
Sudan: Protesters take to streets
Opponents of Sudan's transition to democracy demonstrate in Khartoum, urging the army to take control. from BBC News - World https://i...
Haiti: US missionaries reportedly kidnapped in Port-au-Prince
As many as 17 American Christian missionaries and their families have reportedly been kidnapped. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3DMZ...
Venezuelan President Maduro's close aide extradited to US
Venezuela halted talks with the opposition after Alex Saab was flown from Cape Verde to the US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3p6kz...
The Chinese film beating Bond and Marvel at the box office
The success of The Battle at Lake Changjin is bad news for Hollywood which wants to grow in China. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j...
Macron condemns 'unforgivable' 1961 massacre of Algerians in Paris
The 1961 Paris massacre was denied or concealed by French governments for decades. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BQD1hJ
Robert Durst: US millionaire hospitalised with Covid after life sentence
Robert Durst was on Thursday convicted of murder and is a suspect in two other deaths. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mY1jjr
How a massacre of Algerians in Paris was covered up
French police killed up to 300 people in 1961, throwing some of them into the River Seine to drown them. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Apparently, it's the next big thing. What is the metaverse?
What does it mean, and what have Facebook and Fortnite got to do with it? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mV7QLQ
Pigs at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport help to keep skies safe
A team of 20 at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport is part of a range of measures being used to reduce bird-strikes. from BBC News - World h...
Sudan: Protesters demand military coup as crisis deepens
The protests come as tensions rise between civilian and military rulers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BOiv0Z
Dormice favoured by Italian mafia seized in drugs raid
Italian police search a cannabis farm and seize a stash of 235 frozen dormice - a mafia delicacy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aG...
Sir David Amess killing casts shadow over Leigh-on-Sea constituency
Constituents in Leigh-on-Sea mourn Sir David Amess as they try to make sense of what happened. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3C2kpLT
Covid: Russia's daily deaths pass 1,000 for first time
Infections continue to soar as the Kremlin struggles to persuade people to get vaccinated. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FVcQsm
Indian Wells: Stefanos Tsitsipas and Alexander Zverev suffer shock quarter-final defeats
Stefanos Tsitsipas and Alexander Zverev are knocked out of the Indian Wells Masters after they both lose their quarter-final matches in Cali...
Sir David Amess killing: Security for politicians is a global dilemma
Why the need to be a people's representative and the need for personal safety are in constant conflict. from BBC News - World https://...
Myanmar army general Min Aung Hlaing excluded from leaders' summit
South East Asian countries decide not to invite the military coup leader to their meeting. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BIF8E9
Sir David Amess: How a tragic day unfolded
How constituents and authorities reacted to the tragic killing of Sir David Amess. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BQI6Xd
Sir David Amess: Fun, friendly and always outspoken
The Tory MP was a backbencher of the old school who fought for the causes he cared about. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BN7tsS
What we know so far
What happened, who the MP was, and what the reaction has been so far. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3n0ozx8
Pablo Escobar: Colombia sterilises drug lord's hippos
Twenty-four of more than 80 hippos are sterilised after scientists warn of the environmental impact. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Looted cockerel to be returned to Nigeria
The Benin bronze, known as an "okukor", was given to Jesus College in Cambridge in 1905. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3B...
Afghanistan: US offers to pay relatives of Kabul drone attack victims
Ten people were mistakenly killed by the US military in a drone strike on the Afghan capital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ALLCku
Squid Game: The rise of Korean drama addiction
Finished Squid Game? Here's a quick lowdown on other K-dramas for new converts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30lp6Cf
Shipping disruption: Why are so many queuing to get to the US?
A surge in demand for toys and sports equipment has contributed to logjams at US ports. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YQBF7V
Viewpoint: Why Ethiopia's Tigray region is starving, but no famine declared
Despite mass starvation in northern Ethiopia, aid officials are not calling the situation a famine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Week in pictures: 9 - 15 October 2021
A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BTGyvO
Texas abortion law: Biden administration to request block on abortion ban
The president's administration will ask the Supreme Court to block a restrictive Texas abortion law. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Norway attack: Killer held in medical custody amid mental health investigation
Police believe a bow-and-arrow attack that killed five may have been as a result of mental illness. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2...
Cricket - CSK beat KKR to win fourth IPL title
Chennai Super Kings have been crowned Indian Premier League champions for the fourth time after beating Kolkata Knight Riders by 27 runs in ...
Life at 50C: Fleeing Sahara's shifting sands
Rising temperatures and desertification are forcing many Mauritanians to leave their ancestral homes in search of a better life. from BBC ...
Ros Atkins on… China-Taiwan Tensions
Ros Atkins examines why tensions between China and Taiwan have increased over recent weeks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3DJlEjk
Meghan Markle's donation a 'lifesaver' for community kitchen users
Money donated by the Duchess of Sussex has been spent on feeding Nottingham's most vulnerable. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Y...
Virgin Galactic delays first commercial space flight
Shares in the firm dive 20% as it delays first tourist flight to make upgrades. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YSWmzY
Kongsberg attack: Norway probes bow and arrow suspect’s sanity
Psychiatrists examine a man suspected of killing five people with a bow and arrows in Norway. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j6AEA1
Christchurch: New Zealand city parts ways with its wizard
Christchurch was the only city in the world with its own official wizard. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aHAJoY
Explosion strikes Afghan mosque during prayers
Many casualties are feared after an explosion hits a Shia mosque during Friday prayers in the Afghan city of Kandahar. from BBC News - Wor...
Masten Wanjala: Kenyan child serial killer killed by mob
Police had launched a massive manhunt for Masten Wanjala, who confessed to killing several children. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Squid Game: India police's viral post on road safety inspired by hit show
Mumbai police shared a viral video on traffic rules inspired by the hyper-violent, Korean drama. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vfP...
Scott Morrison: Australia's PM to attend COP26 climate summit
Scott Morrison had said he might skip the summit, reigniting criticism of Australia's climate vows. from BBC News - World https://ift....
Beirut port blast: Day of mourning in Lebanon after bloodshed at protest
At least six people were killed and 32 injured in a shooting at a protest in Beirut on Thursday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aEP...
Hong Kong: Friendly beers lead to murder suspect's arrest
The man went on the run after he allegedly killed a taxi driver, in a case that gripped the city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FN...
Bill Clinton: Former US president in hospital for 'non-Covid infection'
The former US president is said to be "on the mend" and in "good spirits" in hospital in California. from BBC News - W...
Migrants face expulsion at Polish border under new law
Human rights groups accuse Poland of wanting to legalise migrant pushbacks on its border with Belarus. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
The mystery of how long Covid damages our memory
Since Chrissy Gibson was diagnosed with Covid-19, she has had to re-learn many aspects of her life. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Covid: Strike fears as Italy's workers require Covid pass
The pass is already used widely, but port and transport workers are angry it is now mandatory. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30jwC0s
Africa's week in pictures: 8-14 October 2021
A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mSt3Gh
Produce Pandas: The plus-size musicians making waves in China
As stars are criticised for being image-obsessed, more relatable celebrities have become popular. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vb...
South Sudan: How to deliver Covid vaccines in a country with few roads
Delivering vaccines around South Sudan is more expensive than the cost of the jab itself. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aAQle6
'They will hang me': Afghan interpreters blocked by UK seek appeal
Former interpreters fear for their lives after the UK blocks their evacuation on security grounds. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Y...
Robert Durst: US millionaire sentenced to life for murder
Robert Durst was convicted of killing his best friend in 2000 and is a suspect in two other deaths. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Agnes Tirop: Husband arrested in Kenya after athlete's death
Record-breaking long-distance runner Agnes Tirop was found stabbed to death at her home on Wednesday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Steve Bannon: Congress plots criminal charge for former Trump aide
Steve Bannon could face around one year in prison for not attending Capitol riot hearing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AFBr0v
Brazil soldiers who shot dead a musician convicted
The men fired dozens of rounds into Evaldo dos Santos Rosa's car, killing him and a bystander. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3B...
Stranded 600lb turtle returned to Atlantic Ocean
The sea turtle washed ashore a riverbank in Massachusetts this week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j3BCwO
With a new Michelin guide, Moscow's best-kept culinary secrets are out
Nine Moscow restaurants have received Michelin stars for their food - a prestigious industry award. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Father charged after toddler fatally shot mother during Zoom call
Police said the gun had been kept loaded in a children's backpack on the floor of the couple's room. from BBC News - World https:/...
Lamu murder: Death sentence for popular Chinese vlogger's killer
The man set his ex-wife alight during her livestream, causing outrage across the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AFqIU6
Coldplay: Band announce first tour in four years with an 'eco-friendly' focus
The band have pledged that their upcoming tour will be sustainable, and as low-carbon as possible. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3F...
Kaohsiung: Firefighters battle Taiwan tower block blaze
At least 46 people have been killed in a fire at a tower block in the city of Kaohsiung, southern Taiwan. from BBC News - World https://if...
Kongsberg: Bow and arrow suspect known to Norwegian police
A man held for killing five people was a convert to Islam who had shown signs of radicalisation, police say. from BBC News - World https:/...
Kaohsiung: Fire at Taiwan tower block kills at least 46
It takes dozens of firefighters more than four hours to extinguish the blaze at the 13-storey building. from BBC News - World https://ift....
Beirut port blast: Gunfire erupts at protest against judge leading probe
One person is shot dead as Hezbollah supporters demand removal of judge investigating the disaster. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Indonesia Covid: Slow start as Bali re-opens to foreign tourists
The popular holiday destination has opened to some foreigners, but no international flights are scheduled. from BBC News - World https://i...
Vietnam: Owners heartbroken after 12 dogs killed over Covid
The couple won the internet in Vietnam with their love for their pets. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j024aD
Masten Wanjala: Child killer escapes from Kenya police custody
A manhunt is under way for Masten Wanjala who confessed to killing more than 10 children. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aBvxmG
Climate change in India: The young inventor's solar-powered ironing cart
India's ironing vendors use charcoal as fuel, but Vinisha Umashankar's cart harnesses the Sun's energy. from BBC News - World ...
Biden plans to expand offshore wind turbines to US coasts
President Biden's plan calls for offshore turbines to be built along nearly every coastal state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Regeni murder: Egyptians go on trial for Italian student's murder
Giulio Regeni was doing research for a Cambridge PhD when his body was found in a ditch near Cairo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Covid-19 in Brazil: 'My mum was used as a guinea pig'
A Brazilian healthcare provider is accused of conducting trials on Covid-19 patients without consent. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Europe gas prices: How far is Russia responsible?
Moscow has been accused by some of playing politics with gas supplies, but there's a range of factors at work. from BBC News - World h...
Afghanistan: The New York Rabbi evacuating desperate Afghans
Rabbi Moshe Margaretten says he gets calls in the middle of the night from people in Afghanistan asking for help. from BBC News - World ht...
French fishermen warn of blockades in UK licence row
Why the fishermen of Boulogne-sur-Mer are angry at being refused licences to fish in British waters. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Violence surges in Pakistan's tribal belt as Taliban, IS-K go on attack
The BBC reports from Pakistan's beleaguered tribal areas, which are seeing a surge in violence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Covid: New WHO group may be last chance to find virus origins
The World Health Organization unveils a new group to examine the emergence of the virus more closely. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Henrietta Lacks: 'Mother' of modern medicine honoured
Henrietta Lacks was an African-American woman whose cells have led to key medical breakthroughs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30t5...
Climate change: Is the UK on track to meet its targets?
With weeks to go until the UK hosts a global climate summit, is the government on track to meet its own commitments? from BBC News - World...
What is climate change? A really simple guide
World temperatures are rising because of human activity, and climate change now threatens every aspect of human life. from BBC News - Worl...
Kongsberg: Several killed in Norway bow and arrow attack
Police say a man who killed and wounded people in the town of Kongsberg has been detained. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YIgIvR
Making Superman bisexual is 'bandwagoning not brave' - actor Dean Cain
Actor Dean Cain, who played the superhero on TV, says the move would have been brave 20 years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3l...
Beirut blast: How a disaster bought three strangers together from Ethiopia, Ivory Coast and Lebanon
When the Beirut blast destroyed a tower block many were missing, including an Ethiopian woman who lived there. from BBC News - World https...
North Korea: Soldiers smash bricks, bend iron rods in combat display
The display of force was put on for leader Kim Jong-un at a defence exhibition. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FI8gxF
Havana syndrome reported at US embassy in Colombia
The mystery illness has sickened US diplomats around the world since it was first reported in 2016. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Squid Game beats Bridgerton to Netflix top spot
The Korean drama is Netflix's biggest debut hit, with 111 million users in its first 28 days. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aw...
Laser vagina menopause therapy shows no benefit in trial
The treatment, meant to rejuvenate and treat dryness, worked no better than a placebo procedure. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3DBc...
US to re-open Mexico Canada borders for fully vaccinated travellers
From November, land and ferry crossings will be allowed for non-essential travel like family visits. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
China: Teenager apologises for impersonating boy to join band
Many on social media were amused by the revelation, and compared her to Chinese folk heroine Mulan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
The children of IS: 'It's a disaster we cannot deal with'
Inside IS detention camps in Syria, officials say violence and radicalisation are a growing problem. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Star Trek star William Shatner ready to boldly go into space
The actor who played Captain Kirk in the classic TV show is due to launch above Earth for real within hours. from BBC News - World https:/...
Mexico City to swap Columbus statue for one of indigenous woman
Mexico City's mayor made the announcement on the anniversary of Columbus' discovery of the Americas. from BBC News - World https:/...
Apple shares drop on reports of iPhone 13 chip shortage
Bloomberg reported that Apple could produce up to 10 million fewer iPhones due to the chip shortage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
The men going to military jail for their faith
The island nation has a strict military conscription programme, putting pacifists in a difficult situation. from BBC News - World https://...
Ros Atkins on... The US climate conundrum
Ahead of COP26, Ros Atkins looks at what the world's biggest emitters are doing to tackle climate change. from BBC News - World https:...
Minneapolis police 'hunted' protesters with rubber bullets
An activist and former officer analyse video of Minneapolis police days after George Floyd's death. from BBC News - World https://ift....
Wives do not earn as much as their husbands, says new global study
Researchers say data from 45 countries over 40 years shows household is a place of great inequality. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
CEO Secrets: 'No need to convince the haters you're worthy'
Michele Roberts, executive director of the National Basketball Players Association, shares her CEO Secrets. from BBC News - World https://...
Ghana’s role in honouring a US civil rights hero
A state-of-the-art complex is to be built in Ghana to remember WEB Du Bois. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3awL4nL
Gabby Petito: US blogger was strangled to death - coroner
The 22-year-old had been on a road trip across the US with her fiancé, who remains at large. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mM05aT
Crown princess could marry a woman, says Dutch PM
A hypothetical same-sex marriage for Princess Amalia would not be a legal problem, says Mark Rutte. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
German shock at neo-Nazi burial in empty Jewish grave
A Holocaust denier was buried in the former grave of a music professor outside Berlin. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oWz876
Elk with a tyre 'necklace' freed
A wildlife officer who helped free an elk with a tyre stuck around its neck for two years speaks to BBC. from BBC News - World https://ift...
Iraq election: Nationalist cleric Moqtada al-Sadr claims victory
Moqtada al-Sadr vows to end foreign interference in Iraq after his supporters win the most seats. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FD...
Nepal bus crash kills at least 25 in Mugu district
Images on local media show the crushed wreckage of the overturned vehicle at the foot of a hill. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FDq...
France: Train kills three migrants lying on tracks
The migrants were struck by the train in a southern coastal town near Biarritz on Tuesday morning. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3m...
Prince Charles urges Australian PM Scott Morrison and other leaders to attend COP26
Prince Charles tells the BBC he was surprised that the Australian PM had suggested he might not attend. from BBC News - World https://ift....
Elk wandering Colorado for two years with tyre around neck is freed
Wildlife officers in the US state of Colorado say the elk is in good shape after removing its antlers. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
North Korea: Kim Jong-un vows to build 'invincible military'
Weeks after a series of missile tests, Kim Jong-un said weapons are necessary for defence, but not war. from BBC News - World https://ift....
China floods: Coal price hits fresh high as mines shut
The floods further complicate China's efforts to increase fuel supplies to ease its energy crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...
Texas Governor Greg Abbott bans all vaccine mandates in state
The latest edict by the Republican governor applies to all entities, including private businesses. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3v...
Australia: Teenagers charged for killing 14 kangaroos
Locals found an injured baby kangaroo the morning after the slaughter south of Sydney. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aJh3Br
California to enforce 'gender neutral' toy aisles in large stores
The state has become the first in the US to pass the law, which aims to tackle gender stereotypes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3B...
DC Comics reveal that latest Superman character is bisexual
In an upcoming comic the new reiteration of Superman, Jon Kent, will be pictured in a same-sex kiss. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Interpreter who helped rescue Biden in 2008 leaves Afghanistan
Aman Khalili had asked Joe Biden for help 13 years after he rescued the then-senator from a storm. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3D...
Africa's iconic architecture in 12 buildings
Two architects are determined to showcase the architecture of Africa to the world - past and present. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Call Her Daddy's Alex Cooper: 'Not everyone can just do a podcast'
Call Her Daddy host Alex Cooper has re-launched her podcast after getting a huge deal with Spotify. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Why does the internet keep breaking?
Outages of Facebook and its family of apps now lead to significant disruption for firms worldwide from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mN...
Jammu and Kashmir: Killing of civilians sparks militancy fear
People, especially religious minorities, now fear for their safety in Indian-administered Kashmir. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3a...
Milos Zeman: The Czech leader proud to be politically incorrect
Ailing Czech President Milos Zeman is famously fond of liquor and provocative jokes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2X8pfrG
Covid: UK start to pandemic worst public health failure ever, MPs say
Government too slow to lock down and test-and-trace was chaotic, but jabs rollout a success, MPs say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Escaping the Taliban: Afghan policeman's' struggle to enter Turkey
Former soldiers and police are among Afghans trying to evade a crackdown at the Turkey-Iran border. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
Rising up against racism: London's forgotten Bangladeshi squatters
Hundreds of Bangaldeshis took over empty properties in London in the 1970s, demanding better housing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Thailand to reopen for some vaccinated visitors on 1 November
Fully vaccinated travellers from nations including the UK will no longer need to quarantine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3FBWLrr
Nobel Prize: We will not have gender or ethnicity quotas - top scientist
Journalist Maria Ressa was the only woman to win a Nobel Prize this year, and just the 58th in history. from BBC News - World https://ift....
Covid vaccines: How fast is progress around the world?
Charts and maps tracking the progress of Covid vaccination programmes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3D4IUb2
Nobel economics prize awarded for real-life studies
David Card, Joshua D Angrist and Guido W Imbens share the prestigious economics prize. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3luk2Uj
Indian-administered Kashmir: Soldiers killed by suspected militants
The army in Indian-administered Kashmir says five personnel were killed by suspected militants. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lBB7...
Paul McCartney says John Lennon 'instigated' the Beatles' break-up
"It was John who wanted a divorce," he says, setting the record straight on the band's break-up. from BBC News - World https...
Large fire breaks out at oil facility in crisis-hit Lebanon
The large blaze in Zahrani comes as the country is already in the grip of an energy crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Bw3ilf
Tyson Fury: Gypsy King on road to undisputed fight, but Dillian Whyte bout likely next
Tyson Fury will have to wait to see how several fights pan out before deciding his next opponent. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3am...
France beat Spain to become second Nations League winners
Kylian Mbappe hit a contentious winner as France came from behind to beat Spain and become the second team to win the Nations League. from...
Covid Australia: Sydney enjoys new freedoms as 107-day lockdown lifts
As the 107-day lockdown lifts, fully vaccinated Sydneysiders head out to enjoy their new freedoms. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3B...
China floods: Nearly 2 million displaced in Shanxi province
Rainfall may have been heavier than the Henan floods in July and rescue efforts remain a major challenge. from BBC News - World https://if...
Star Entertainment: Shares fall on money laundering claim
Australian gambling giant Star Entertainment will "take appropriate steps" to address allegations. from BBC News - World https:/...
US concludes first direct talks with Taliban since withdrawal
The US insists the meeting does not amount to recognition of the Taliban. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YFAAA9
Covid Australia: Sydney celebrates end of 107-day lockdown
Australia's biggest city passed a key vaccination target, allowing people to enjoy new freedoms. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
Drugs, arms, and terror: A high-profile defector on Kim's North Korea
A former colonel describes a leadership making cash by any means, from drug factories to illegal arms deals. from BBC News - World https:/...
Expelled: Russia, repression and me
The BBC's Sarah Rainsford reflects on being barred from Russia and the assault on the country's freedoms. from BBC News - World ht...
The race to save California’s famous sequoia trees
Tourists flock to California’s famous sequoia trees, but wildfires are threatening their existence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...
The hi-tech headbands that claim to reduce your stress
Devices that measure brainwaves are increasingly being used by athletes to improve their performance. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...
Stealthing: California bans non-consensual condom removal
Victims of "stealthing" risk sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy. Now they can sue offenders. from BBC News - World ht...
Are asylum suicides an unfolding national tragedy?
Campaigners call for an inquiry into the rate of suicides among young asylum seekers in the UK. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3uYdk...
Thomas Sankara trial in Burkina Faso: Who killed 'Africa's Che Guevara'?
Thirty-four years after the killing of Burkina Faso President Thomas Sankara, 14 men finally go on trial. from BBC News - World https://if...
The Dalit activist fighting for rape survivors
Manjula Pradeep has spent three decades helping India's Dalit women speak up for justice. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3luO5ey
Mass protests in Poland amid EU law controversy
Demonstrations backing EU membership take place nationwide amid fears Poland could leave the bloc. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3o...
US couple accused of selling nuclear submarine secrets
A US Navy nuclear engineer and his wife allegedly sold the secret data to an undercover FBI agent. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3A...
Pope Francis launches mass consultation on Church reform
The pontiff says he wants to hear from ordinary Catholics and for the Church to be open to change. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3l...
Power returns to Lebanon after 24-hour blackout
A total outage of the country's electricity grid ends after the government secures fuel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3v0MnoA
AQ Khan: The most dangerous man in the world?
Western spies branded AQ Khan as dangerous as bin Laden - but many in Pakistan saw him as a hero. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Fr...
Czech election: Milos Zeman in intensive care after vote
Milos Zeman is in intensive care the day after a surprise opposition win in parliamentary elections. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...
UK to resettle teenage Afghan women footballers and families
The UK agrees to give visas to the women's development team and families who had to flee Afghanistan. from BBC News - World https://if...
Tyson Fury defeats Deontay Wilder to retain WBC heavyweight title in Las Vegas
Tyson Fury delivers 11th-round stoppage to beat Deontay Wilder and retain his WBC heavyweight title in a thrilling trilogy fight in Las Vega...
Abdul Qadeer Khan: 'Father of Pakistan's nuclear bomb' dies
AQ Khan is considered a national hero but was also called "the greatest nuclear proliferator of all time". from BBC News - World...
Iraqis vote in first parliamentary election since 2019 mass protests
The election was brought forward by six months in response to unprecedented nationwide unrest. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oNwNeF
China-Taiwan tensions: We will not bow to Beijing pressure, says leader
Tsai Ing-wen's speech comes a day after China's President Xi vowed to complete "reunification". from BBC News - World ht...
Guatemala police free 126 migrants from abandoned container
Police say the mainly Haitian migrants were left by smugglers paid to take them to the US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BygOVq
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