US condemns Cuba for 'repression' of protesters

Cubans who protested over power cuts in August 2022 have been sentenced to up to 15 years in jail.

US 'hopeful' Hamas will accept new Gaza truce deal

The secretary of state calls Israel's latest offer for a hostage release "extraordinarily generous".

Migrants hit by high fees to send money home

Sending money across borders, particularly in Africa, can still be expensive.

World Central Kitchen to resume food aid in Gaza

The aid organisation had stopped distributing food in Gaza after an Israeli strike killed seven workers.

Musk in China to discuss full self driving - reports

China is Tesla's second-biggest market but the company has not enabled autonomous driving in the country.

'Nobody will take my voice anymore' - Israeli hostage

Moran Yanai, who was taken hostage by Hamas, speaks about spending 54 days in captivity.

Free beer and taxi rides to woo voters in Indian city

Many companies in Bengaluru city have found innovative ways to encourage people to vote.

Kid Cudi cancels tour after breaking foot

"The injury is much more serious than I first thought," says the rapper as he cancels tour dates.

Rebel Wilson book published in the UK with blacked out text

Some sections of the UK edition of the book, released on Thursday, have been redacted.

Carlos Tevez in hospital after chest pains

Former West Ham, Manchester United and Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez is admitted to hospital after suffering chest pains.

Australian police launch manhunt for Home and Away star

The public has been asked to help find Orpheus Pledger, after he failed to appear in court on assault charges.

Chinese shop shut for allegedly barring Nigerians

The consumer protection agency has summoned the owner in its investigation into racism allegations.

Arrests and anger at US university pro-Palestinian demos

Dozens of student protesters have been arrested at Columbia, Yale and New York University in recent days.

Kanye wades into Drake and Kendrick Lamar's feud

The long-running saga enters a new chapter, as Kanye offers his two cents in a fresh diss track.

Ecuador votes for tougher security amid gang violence

In a referendum, Ecuadorians voted in favour of allowing the military to patrol the country's streets.

TikTok warns US ban would 'trample free speech'

The US House of Representatives voted on Saturday to ban the app if TikTok's owner does not cut China ties.

US aid could give Ukraine the weapons it needs to slow Russia’s advance

The $61bn (£49bn) aid package keeps Ukraine in the fight but it's no silver bullet, BBC's James Waterhouse writes from Kyiv.

Baby whose mother died in Sydney attack now out of hospital

The nine-month-old daughter of Ashlee Good, who died protecting her, will continue to receive care.

Tram crash at Universal Studios Hollywood injures 15

The incident happened shortly after 9pm local time on Saturday night, authorities said.

US agrees to pull troops out of Niger

It means the US will lose its primary base where it monitors regional Islamist activity.

BBC reporter at Trump trial as man sets himself on fire

The BBC's Nada Tawfik was outside the New York court where Donald Trump's trial is taking place.

Togo passes laws removing president's term limits

Authorities say the reforms are necessary, but opponents say they will lengthen the president's rule.

Man held over Paris bomb threat at Iran consulate

Reports say a witness saw a man entering the consulate carrying a grenade or explosive vest.

Tesla recalls Cybertrucks over accelerator crash risk

The electric car company, run by Elon Musk, is recalling thousands of what is its latest vehicle.

Allman Brothers Band guitarist Betts dies at 80

Dickey Betts helped create their band's Sothern rock style and wrote classic songs like Ramblin' Man.

Sydney Sweeney hits back at 'shameful' producer

The actress responds to Hollywood producer Carol Baum saying: "She's not pretty, she can't act."

Four US states hit by 911 call outages

There were temporary issues in Nevada, Nebraska, South Dakota and Texas overnight; the cause is unknown.

Can you hear the hyenas and wild pigs in new David Bowie hit?

The late musician's song is part of a project giving financial credit to nature.

Sydney stabbings: Bondi Junction mall to reopen on Friday

Security and police presence will be increased when the mall reopens, said the company which operates it.

Security forces kill 29 Maoist rebels in India

The gunfight in eastern Chhattisgarh state took places days before elections begin in India.

Baby hurt in Sydney stabbing out of intensive care

The daughter of Ashlee Good, who died protecting her, is one of six people still in hospital.

'Colossal' floods heading for Russian city

The regional governor of Kurgan says water levels are nearly double those of the last major flood in 1994.

Chinese internet amused by building that looks like sanitary pad

The blueprint of North Nanjing train station has attracted reaction for all the wrong reasons.

Flights cancelled after Iran's strike on Israel

EasyJet has suspended planes travelling to Tel Aviv until 21 April following Tehran's attack.

Somali pirates free ship after ransom reportedly paid

The Bangladesh-flagged cargo vessel and its crew were seized last month off Somalia's coast.

Why has Iran attacked Israel?

Iran's attack on Israel marks a major escalation in a long-running shadow war between the two nations.

Mum killed protecting baby was 'beautiful person'

Ashlee Good was killed and her nine-month-old baby injured during Joel Cauchi's rampage at a Sydney mall.

Knifeman rampaged through Sydney mall as shoppers ran for their lives

A day out at a popular shopping centre ended in tragedy when a knife-wielding man killed six people.

Body of Israeli shepherd, 14, found in West Bank

Benjamin Achimeir was reported missing after taking a flock of sheep out to graze on Friday morning.

Iranian troops accused of seizing Israel-linked ship

The MSC Aries was seized by troops descending from a helicopter early on Saturday, the ship's owner says.

Dozens stranded after fatal Turkey cable car crash

Passengers fell to the ground when a cabin collided with a broken pole near Antalya, officials have said.

Belgium probes Russian interference in EU elections

Two months before Europeans vote in 27 countries, Moscow is accused of trying to influence the vote.

Notre-Dame's transformation five years after fire

Renovation work continues after 2019's devastating fire at the iconic cathedral in Paris.

Rope climber attempts world record at Eiffel Tower

Anouk Garnier climbs a 110m rope to the Eiffel Tower's second floor in just 18 minutes.

Watch: Guatemala landfill fire declared a disaster

Guatemala's president has declared a natural disaster as dozens of forest fires rage and a landfill site burns.

At least 17 Pakistani pilgrims killed in Eid crash

Officials say the truck lost control and plunged into a ditch, killing 17 and injuring dozens more.

Drone video from Russia shows highest ever levels of flooding

In the Russian region of Orenburg, thousands of people have been evacuated as water levels surge.

Germany defends genocide case at top UN court

The country has been accused of "facilitating" genocide by providing arms to Israel.

Israel 'can handle' threat from Iran, says military

Iran warns of retaliation for a strike on its Damascus consulate, saying Israeli embassies are no longer safe.

Indian actor and election candidate denies eating beef

Film star Kangana Ranaut - a candidate for the ruling BJP party - calls the claims "baseless".

Hong Kong makes largest-ever gold smuggling bust

Authorities seized 146kg of the precious metal, which was headed for Japan disguised as machine parts.

Germany faces genocide case over Israel weapon sales

Nicaragua accused Berlin of "facilitating" genocide by selling over $300m worth of weapons to Israel.

Danish hippy commune fights back against drug gangs

Locals start digging up a Copenhagen street as part of a bid to tackle drug-related crime.

West faces 'authoritarian' alliance, says Nato head

Nato head Jens Stoltenberg tells Laura Kuenssberg authoritarian powers are becoming more aligned.

Actor Cole Brings Plenty found dead in Kansas

The US star of popular TV series 1923 was named a suspect in a domestic violence inquiry last week.

Thousands forced to evacuate after Russian dam bursts

Local emergency services say they are working to stem the flooding in the city of Orsk.

Posters shame customers keeping bank glitch money

The Commercial Bank of Ethiopia is trying to regain the full $14m withdrawn during a technical glitch.

Six Russian planes destroyed by drones - Ukraine

Security sources tell BBC Ukrainian another eight bombers were badly damaged in the attack.

Fears for Gazans as aid groups halt work over air strike

Aid workers say they cannot operate safely after Israel's strike on World Central Kitchen's convoy.

Elephant kills 80-year-old US tourist in Zambia

The unnamed woman died of her injuries after an elephant flipped her car over several times.

Watch: Passengers scramble to escape burning Thai ferry

Passengers and crew reportedly jumped into the sea to escape the blaze.

SA speaker hands herself to police in corruption probe

The speaker is accused of soliciting bribes during her time as defence minister, which she denies.

Anya Taylor-Joy confirms secret wedding in 2022

The Queen's Gambit star confirms she married her partner Malcolm McRae two years ago in New Orleans.

Euphoria star wants to stop playing trans roles

Hunter Schafer says she does not want being transgender to be "the centrepiece to what I'm doing".

Video appears to show Ukraine drone attack in Russia

The attack is the deepest into Russian territory since the start of the war.

Republican leader makes fresh push for Ukraine aid

Speaker Mike Johnson has a plan for how to cover costs - but is also trying to hold onto his power.

Thirteen presumed dead in Russia mine landslide

An operation to rescue gold miners in the far eastern Amur region is called off over safety fears.

Detroit Lions player Sutton in custody after 'evading' arrest for weeks

Former Detroit Lions player Cameron Sutton hands himself in to police to face domestic violence allegations, more than three weeks after an arrest warrant was issued.