India-US sign 10-year defence pact amid tariff turmoil

This comes as the two countries try to close a trade deal and tide over tense ties after Trump's 50% tariffs on India.

Japanese series that inspired Power Rangers to end after 50 years, reports say

The franchise is the inspiration for many other superhero shows that have aired in Asia.

Russia's new nuclear weapons - real threat or Putin bluster?

This week alone, the Russian president unveiled two nuclear-capable weapons - but their value may be more symbolic than military.

Jamaica's 'ground zero' - Assessing hurricane damage in Black River

The southwest of the island bore the full force Hurricane Melissa's 185 mph (295km/h) winds on Tuesday.

Watch: US and China's different reports of their trade meeting

The BBC's Laura Bicker explains how the two nation's have reported on the trade negotiations.

Handshakes and whispers: Trump and Xi's meeting…in 73 seconds

Trump says the meeting with President Xi, which was their first face-to-face interaction since 2019, was a "great success".

Jamaicans wake to devastation as hurricane causes floods, power cuts and splits city in two

With communication networks in Jamaica crippled, the true scale of the disaster remains unknown.

Woman saved after slipping while boarding a moving train

Video released by India’s Southern Railways shows the moment a woman nearly fell in between a moving train and a station platform.

Australian girls being 'hunted' by online crime gangs to commit violent acts

Groups of young men are coercing and exploiting vulnerable girls "for fun", Australian police say.

Cameroon opposition leader to face legal action over election unrest, government says

The threat against Issa Tchiroma Bakary comes a day after he was declared the runner-up in disputed presidential polls.

Rare earths, Nobel nomination and cheers: Trump ends Japan leg of Asia tour

The red carpet was rolled out for Trump by Japan's Sanae Takaichi, who has only been prime minister since last week.

Israel receives body Hamas says belongs to Gaza hostage

If confirmed by forensic testing, Hamas will have returned 16 of the 28 hostages it was holding before the start of the ceasefire.

India and China resume direct flights as ties improve

The flight landed in Guangzhou on Monday morning, a milestone in the thawing of bilateral ties.

Inside Syria's jail for IS suspects as officials say attacks by group are rising

Kurdish counter-terrorism officials tell the BBC so-called Islamic State cells in Syria are regrouping and increasing attacks.

Three killed in Russian strikes on Kyiv, officials say

At least 32 others were injured in the attack, including six children, the city's mayor says.

Rebel group claims capture of Sudan army headquarters in key city

The fall of the base in el-Fasher is step closer towards the RSF cementing its control in the west.

'Brothers in the forest' - the fight to protect an isolated Amazon tribe

Peru's Mashco Piro face a struggle to survive in the 21st Century, but locals want to help them.

Ontario to stop running anti-tariff advert that angered Trump

The advertisement will be paused from Monday so "trade talks can resume" with the US, Doug Ford says.

Japanese tourist falls to death at Pantheon in Italy

Local media reports the 69-year-old had been sitting on a wall when he lost his balance.

Huge noise then I yelled to get out - Louvre attendant recalls shock of heist

The attendant describes the moment thieves used an angle grinder to burst into the Gallery of Apollo.

Slow-motion footage reveals secrets of snake bites

Scientists working out of a venom laboratory in Paris studied which snakes strike their prey fastest.

Forty migrants, including infants, die as boat sinks off Tunisia

All the victims and those rescued were from sub-Saharan African countries, an official says.

EU set to endorse deal to turn frozen Russian assets into support for Ukraine

The contentious proposal would see Kyiv receive €140bn (£121bn) worth of frozen Russian state assets currently held in Belgium.

EU set to endorse deal to turn frozen Russian assets into support for Ukraine

The contentious proposal would see Kyiv receive €140bn (£121bn) worth of frozen Russian state assets currently held in Belgium.

Eight pupils suspended after video shows assault at South African school

The mother of one of the assault victims says he is a cancer survivor, according to reports.

Israel identifies bodies of two hostages returned by Hamas

The recovery of Arie Zalmanowicz and Tamir Adar's remains means Hamas has returned 15 of the 28 deceased hostages held in Gaza before the ceasefire.

Louvre reopens three days after French crown jewels stolen

The world's most-visited museum shut its doors after jewels worth tens of millions were stolen on Sunday.

Tornado hits Paris suburbs leaving one dead

A 23-year-old construction worked has been killed after a tornado tore through Val-d'Ois, north of Paris, on Monday, toppling three construction cranes.

Vance arrives in Israel as US tries to strengthen Gaza ceasefire deal

The US vice-president's visit comes after a flare-up of violence between Israel and Hamas that threatened to derail the 12-day-old truce.

Toxic haze in Delhi despite 'green' Diwali

People in the city burst crackers late into Monday night, defying a court order to use only 'green' fireworks.

'It's like a scene from a film' - Paris tourists surprised at Louvre jewel theft

The Louvre Museum in Paris remains closed to the public after robbers stole imperial jewels in broad daylight on Sunday.

Notorious cyber scam hub linked to Chinese mafia raided

KK Park has been synonymous with online fraud, money laundering and human trafficking.

Everything we know about the Louvre jewellery heist

The world-famous museum in Paris is still closed on Monday after a masked gang raided one of its galleries.

Is this island the new Bali? Some think so - but not everyone's impressed

For locals, the promise of more tourism is a welcome opportunity - but they are also wary.

Father 'finally home', says daughter of dead hostage returned to Israel

The first of two bodies returned on Saturday has been identified as that of Ronen Engel.

Louvre museum in Paris closed after robbery, French culture minister says

No injures have been reported and an investigation is underway into the incident, according to Rachida Dati.

'We're turning the tide on Gaza starvation crisis' - UN aid chief

Tom Fletcher told the BBC more aid trucks were entering Gaza, but that it was a "huge job" to get vital supplies to those in need.

'We are orphans': Kenyans bid farewell to ex-PM Odinga in his political heartland

Huge crowds are attending a memorial for the former leader in Kisumu ahead of his funeral on Sunday.

'Have a great life!' Trump orders prison release of disgraced ex-lawmaker Santos

George Santos was jailed for seven years for stealing identities, including from members of his own family.

'It's a joyous moment' - Brother of Prince Andrew accuser

Sky Roberts told BBC Newsnight the family has mixed emotions after the prince gave up his titles.

Putin-Trump call a curveball for Zelensky ahead of White House meeting

The phone conversation, held while Zelensky was flying to Washington, stole a march on his big moment.

US Governor wins $1.4m playing blackjack in Las Vegas

Billionaire JB Pritzker won the sum while on holiday with friends and family.

Venezuelan fishermen in fear after US strikes on boats in the Caribbean

At least 27 people have been killed in US strikes on alleged "narco-boats" in the Caribbean.

Clashes between police and Gen Z protesters in Peru leave one dead

The protests come just days after a new president was sworn in following Dina Boluarte's impeachment.

Flights halted at Kenyan airport as thousands turn out to receive Odinga's body

A sudden influx of mourners prompted authorities to relocate the public viewing ceremony.

Row over bringing back military service splits German government

Plans to re-introduce military service have been thrown into chaos because of an 11th hour disagreement.

'He transformed R&B forever' - Stars pay tribute to D’Angelo, after his death at 51

The Grammy-winning singer, who died of cancer, "transformed R&B forever", says Beyoncé.

Bowen: Trump's role in Gaza ceasefire was decisive, but not a roadmap to peace

Trump's Middle East visit was a victory lap - but peace does not emerge just because a president decides it.

Watch: Freed prisoner finds family alive after thinking they had been killed

Shadi Abu Sido told the BBC an Israeli prison officer said his family had been killed.

Cuban dissident begins US exile after release from jail

The outspoken critic of the Cuban government was released from jail after a request by the US.

Google to invest $15bn to build AI data hub in India

This is Google’s biggest investment outside the US , the firm's top executive says.

Watch: Emotional moment mum video calls hostage son ahead of reunion

Einav Zangauker, the mother of a hostage freed from Hamas captivity and brought to Israel, spoke with him via video call for the first time in two years.

Nuns escape fire at historic Italian monastery

Drone footage shows blaze destroying the historic Bernaga Monastery in Italy.

Indian student captured by Ukraine joined Russian army to avoid drug charges, says mother

Gujarat’s Sahil Majothi joined the Russian army to avoid jail over alleged drug charges.

Watch: North Korea shows off huge missile at military parade

Named the Hwasong-20, its size suggests that it could carry multiple nuclear warheads.

Eighteen missing after explosion at Tennessee munitions factory

"There's nothing to describe, it's gone," says Humphreys County Sheriff Mike Davis, who grew emotional while providing an update about the most devastating incident of his career.

Can the world's oldest president keep his title and woo a nation of young voters?

Cameroon's Paul Biya promises young voters "the best is yet to come" as others hunger for "young blood".

'They treated us like animals' - Inside the epicentre of deportations in New York City

Chaotic scenes have become routine in a federal immigration court in Manhattan.

How Trump secured a Gaza breakthrough which eluded Biden

Trump's unique style and his relationships with key players helped but there were also factors beyond his control.

Ex-FBI director James Comey pleads not guilty to lying to Congress

The former FBI leader will go to trial in January but his legal team argue the case is politically motivated.

Macron will nominate new French prime minister in 48 hours

Sébastien Lecornu, the outgoing prime minister, said MPs recognise the pressing need to pass a budget by the end of the year.

Watch: 'Eeyore, you good boy' - Florida dog leads deputy to missing 86-year-old

Bodycam footage shows the officer responding to a call from a man concerned about his wife's whereabouts after she went for a walk.

Watch: Moment helicopter crashes onto California interstate

One passenger was trapped under the aircraft and had to be rescued with the help of passing drivers who lifted the wreckage.

Army general named as Madagascar PM to quell Gen Z protests

Protesters have rejected the appointment and have demanded the president steps down within 48 hours.

US Supreme Court rejects Ghislaine Maxwell appeal in Epstein case

The British socialite is serving a 20-year sentence on sex-trafficking charges related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Balloons used to smuggle cigarettes shut Lithuanian airport

Officials say 25 weather balloons carrying thousands of illicit cigarettes from Belarus were detected.

Judge blocks Trump from sending troops from California to Portland

The decision late on Sunday comes a day after the same judge barred the deployment of troops from the state of Oregon.

'I have everything to ruin you' - BBC tracks down sextortion scammer targeting teenage boys

The BBC challenges the scammers targeting teenagers like Evan Boettler, who took his own life just 90 minutes after being contacted.

Shock in Gaza as Trump appears to welcome Hamas response to US peace plan

Hamas agreed to release the hostages and to the idea of handing over governing Gaza to Palestinian technocrats, but did not give a clear response to many other elements.

Al-Shabab militants dress as soldiers to storm Somali jail

An explosion and gunfire were heard coming from the jail, located near the presidential palace in Mogadishu.

Billionaire populist Andrej Babis' party wins Czech parliamentary election

However, his ANO party falls short of an overall majority in preliminary results.

Senate stalemate sends US shutdown into second week

Two separate funding proposals failed on Friday as mass lay-offs and sweeping cuts loom over the government.

Hamas response to US Gaza plan is significant - but there are key omissions

There is still a huge amount of detail to be worked through around how a ceasefire could be implemented.

Animal bones found in search for girl who vanished 55 years ago

The "area of interest" flagged by a team of volunteers has turned out to be a false alarm.

'When I stand, I feel dizzy': Deadly earthquake leaves Filipinos struggling in ghost towns

The powerful quake has killed 68 people, injured hundreds and destroyed homes and churches.

'It was very tough but I love life' - ex-hostage whose family were killed on 7 October

Eli Sharabi reflects on finding out, after release, his wife and children had been killed in the attacks.

'Area of interest' found in search for girl who vanished 55 years ago

Police suspect three-year-old Cheryl Grimmer, originally from Bristol, was taken from a beach in Australia.

Israel 'tightens siege' of Gaza City as Hamas reviews Trump peace plan

The defence minister warns Palestinians to leave, saying those remaining will be considered "terrorists and supporters of terror".

Surge in Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries sparks Russian fuel shortages

Ukraine has attacked refineries deep inside Russia, with Zelensky vowing to continue the strikes.

'We only have the sea to live on' - Senegal's fishermen blame BP project for lack of fish

The huge off-shore facility run by BP means they now struggle to survive, the fishermen say.

Man suspected of ordering murder of three Argentine women arrested

The brutal torture and killing of the three women in Argentina sent shockwaves through the region.

State of calamity in Philippines province as earthquake kills 69

The earthquake comes barely more than a week after the country was hit by back-to-back typhoons.

South African firebrand MP Malema convicted of firing a gun in public

Julius Malema, known for his incendiary rhetoric, was recently convicted of hate speech.

Emily Blunt among Hollywood stars outraged over 'AI actor' Tilly Norwood

The AI actress is apparently in talks with Hollywood talent agencies to represent her on the big screen.