Presidential debate: 'Shut up, man' and other insults and interruptions

Donald Trump and Joe Biden didn't hold back in an angry presidential debate that got personal and ugly.

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Shell to cut up to 9,000 jobs as oil demand slumps

The move comes five months after it cut its dividend for the first time since World War Two.

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UK beef exports to US resume after more than 20 years

The US banned British beef exports in the wake of the Mad Cow Disease scandal in the 1990s.

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Hydrogen-powered train makes UK maiden journey

The Hydroflex made a 25-mile round-trip in Warwickshire, reaching speeds of up to 50 mph.

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Great Barrier Reef: Uncovering the secrets of Australia's deep waters

Scientists explain how the biggest deep-sea study of two marine parks led to exciting discoveries.

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Female Koran reciters 'part of Islamic legacy'

How female Muslim Koran reciters are making their voices heard.

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Presidential debate: Trump and Biden clash on future of healthcare

During the first presidential debate, Joe Biden and President Donald Trump clashed over the future of healthcare.

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US election debate 2020: Biden accuses trump of covering-up the truth

Joe Biden accused President Trump of lying about the issues around Covid-19 in the first US election debate.

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Presidential debate: Trump and Biden's claims fact-checked

The first of three presidential debates centred on the pandemic, race and the economy.

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First Trump-Biden presidential debate: Trump clashes with moderator

President Donald Trump clashes with moderator Chris Wallace.

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US election 2020: A really simple guide

If you’re looking for a refresher or trying to understand it for the first time, this guide will help.

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US election 2020: Trump and Biden duel in chaotic, bitter debate

In a debate disrupted by angry shouting, the rivals fight over the pandemic, protests and even their families.

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Brexit: Blow to UK car industry in search for EU deal

Documents seen by the BBC suggest key priorities for the car sector have been rebuffed by Brussels.

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Disney lays off 28,000 at US theme parks

Prolonged closures and limited capacity at the parks has forced the company to cut its workforce.

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Extra facility opened for planes grounded by Covid-19

Analysts say it's an indication of more trouble ahead for the struggling airline industry

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Extra facility opened for planes grounded by Covid-19

Analysts say it's an indication of more trouble ahead for the struggling airline industry

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Disney lays off 28,000 at US theme parks

Prolonged closures and limited capacity at the parks has forced the company to cut its workforce.

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Brazil judge stymies plan to revoke mangrove protection

Environmentalists feared fragile coastal ecosystems would be destroyed by redevelopment.

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Helen Reddy: Australian singer of feminist anthem I Am Woman dies

The Australian singer had a string of hits in the 1970s, but is best known for her feminist pop anthem.

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Joyce Echaquan: Outcry in Canada over treatment of dying indigenous woman

A nurse is sacked after Joyce Echaquan filmed herself in hospital apparently being insulted by staff.

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Russian cleaner sweeps to power in surprise village vote

'Flabbergasted' Marina Udgodskaya only entered the race as her boss needed someone else to stand.

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Chris Wallace: First debate host and Fox anchor unloved by Trump

Chris Wallace, known for his tough interviewing of all politicians, hosts the first US presidential debate.

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Coronavirus: The disabled Indians losing their livelihoods

As Covid hits India, many disabled people are losing their jobs and can't afford food and healthcare.

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Greggs hints at job cuts as furlough scheme ends

The baker is consulting with its 25,000 staff to minimise cuts by putting people on fewer hours.

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Coronavirus: Early pub closing 'putting shop workers at risk'

Staff in stores selling alcohol after 10pm may be exposed to violence and infection, a union warns.

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First-time buyers: 'Mortgages are so inaccessible now'

As lenders ask for higher deposits, first-time buyers say how difficult it is to get a mortgage now.

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Tourist faces jail in Thailand over hotel review

The US man left several negative reviews which the hotel says are untrue and damage its reputation.

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US 2020 election: Social media's nightmare scenario

Potential election chaos will play out on social media, and Big Tech is worried.

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Congo's sapeurs pass their style on to a new generation

A new book highlights the "sapeurs" in the twin Congolese capitals of Brazzaville and Kinshasa.

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Amnesty International to halt India operations

The human rights watchdog tells the BBC that the move comes due to reprisal from the government.

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Trump and Biden: What to watch for in first presidential debate

One is aggressive, the other amiable - but both share a similar weakness. We break down what to look for.

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Chinese teacher sentenced to death for poisoning nursery children

A Chinese court said she put poison into the porridge of her colleague's students in an act of revenge.

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George Pell: Cardinal to return to Rome for first time since acquittal

The ex-Vatican treasurer is to return to Rome for the first time since being acquitted of sexual abuse.

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Coronavirus: Global Covid-19 death toll passes one million

The number of infections continues to rise around the world as the hunt for a vaccine continues.

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BTS to become multi-millionaires after label goes public

The South Korean K-pop group will become multi-millionaires after their label Big Hit goes public.

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Young people ‘give up dream job hope’ in pandemic

The coronavirus crisis has eroded young people's confidence in the future, says the Prince's Trust.

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BTS to become multi-millionaires after label goes public

The South Korean K-pop group will become multi-millionaires after their label Big Hit goes public.

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Coronavirus: Public spending rise could be lasting

The government must choose between more austerity and permanently higher spending, a think tank warns.

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'I monitor my staff with software that takes screenshots'

Many have struggled to get to grips with working from home, but would surveillance technology help?

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The woman who quit smoking and built a global hypnotherapy firm

Grace Smith used hypnosis to give up smoking, and it inspired her to take up the profession.

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Ai Weiwei: 'Too late' to curb China's global influence

The Chinese artist and dissident says the West should have worried about China decades ago.

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Kangana Ranaut: The star taking on Bollywood

Why is Kangana Ranaut on a warpath with many of her colleagues?

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TikTok ban: How did TikTok stay online in the US?

Sophia Smith-Galer explains why President Trump shifted his position on banning new downloads of the app

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Dublin Lord Mayor: Hazel Chu and her Chinese heritage

The city's first Lord Mayor of Chinese heritage reveals the racism she and her family have faced.

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Scientists create a microscopic robot that ‘walks’

The scientists behind a microscopic "walking" robot hope their tech could one day be used against cancer.

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From tea fields to university in Sri Lanka

Theresa is one of the first women from her community of tea pickers in Sri Lanka to go to university.

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Sir David Attenborough warns world leaders over extinction crisis

The naturalist uses a UN event to call on world leaders to do more to protect nature.

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US squeezes China's biggest chip-maker SMIC

The commerce department writes to suppliers, warning of risks linked to the Chinese military.

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Quim Torra: Spain's top court bans Catalonia leader from office

Separatist Quim Torra will be forced to step down after he was found guilty of disobeying a court.

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Asda: Blackburn brothers edge ahead in race to buy supermarket

The Issa brothers and TDR Capital are the preferred bidders to buy the UK supermarket chain from Walmart.

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US squeezes China's biggest chip-maker SMIC

The commerce department writes to suppliers, warning of risks linked to the Chinese military.

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US 2020 election: Can Trump release his tax returns?

The US president says he won't release his tax returns while under audit, but can he?

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Nagorno-Karabakh: Armenia-Azerbaijan fighting rages in disputed region

Casualties mount as Armenia and Azerbaijan claim an upper hand in fighting over the disputed region.

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Sir David Attenborough spent lockdown 'listening to birds'

The legendary naturalist says restrictions offered a rare chance to witness the natural world.

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Nagorno-Karabakh: What's behind the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict?

A disputed territory lies at the heart of this conflict, which dates back to the Soviet Union.

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Uber secures right to continue operating in London

A court renews the ride-hailing giant's London licence despite previous safety concerns.

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William Hill: Caesars Palace-owner in 'advanced' talks over £2.9bn offer

Owner of the famed Las Vegas casino reveals its hand as one of two possible bidders for the UK firm.

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Trump denies story he avoided paying taxes

The president denies claims in the New York Times that he paid just $750 income tax in 2016 and 2017.

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Aldi looks at online move as shopping habits change

The pandemic hasn’t been easy for the discounters with no online food. Could Aldi go digital?

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Dreamworld accident: Australian theme park fined over four deaths

Four people were crushed to death on a water ride at the Dreamworld theme park in 2016.

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Brexit: Gove heads to Brussels as EU trade talks resume

Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove will meet EU representatives at the start of a week of negotiations.

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TikTok: US judge halts app store ban

District Judge Carl Nichols has issued a temporary injunction preventing a ban on TikTok downloads.

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'You're an opera singer? But you're not white...'

The story of Emmanuel "Onry" Henreid and the unexpected duet that went viral.

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TikTok: US judge halts app store ban

District Judge Carl Nichols has issued a temporary injunction preventing a ban on TikTok downloads.

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The woman who quit smoking and built a global hypnotherapy firm

Grace Smith used hypnosis to give up smoking, and it inspired her to take up the profession.

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Why India needs to worry about post-Covid care

Experts say India needs more post-Covid care centres as many patients are reporting lasting symptoms.

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The South African cleric taking on the church over a rapist priest

Reverend June Major has gone on hunger strike twice to demand that the church take action against her alleged attacker who still practises as a priest

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Meng Wanzhou: The PowerPoint that sparked an international row

The top Huawei executive's closely watched extradition case returns to court on Monday.

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Donald Trump 'paid $750 in federal income taxes in 2016' - New York Times

The New York Times says the president paid no income tax at all in 10 of the last 15 years.

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Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict: Tanks ablaze as fighting erupts over disputed region

Heavy fighting erupts between Armenia and Azerbaijan over the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region.

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D.C.'s Museum of the Bible to Host 'Locating the Lost City of the Apostles' Event on Biblical Bethsaida

The Museum of the Bible in Washington, DC will host Professor R. Steven Notley on Oct. 1 for a special event called "Locating the Lost City of the Apostles," which will focus on the biblical city of Bethsaida-Julias.

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Roe v Wade: Trump says Supreme Court ruling on abortion 'possible'

The president says his Supreme Court nominee could rule on a landmark decision to legalise abortion.

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Belarus: Mass arrests at protests for President Lukashenko to resign

Belarus police make mass arrests as tens of thousands of people again gathered for protests calling on Alexander Lukashenko to go.

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Coronavirus: 'My name was used to steal a government Covid loan'

Criminals are targeting loans designed to help small firms stay afloat in the coronavirus pandemic.

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South African defence minister's pay docked over use of air force plane

South Africa's defence minister was accused of misusing state resources for party political business.

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Belarus: Mass arrests and tear gas on seventh weekend of protests

Protests are held for a seventh straight weekend, days after Alexander Lukashenko's secret inauguration.

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Sri Lanka returns 'hazardous waste' to UK

Customs officials said hospital material and plastic was found in the shipment, in breach of rules.

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Islamist militants kill 18 in north-eastern Nigeria

The Islamic State group said it was behind the ambush on a convoy of government officials.

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Coronavirus: David Lammy warns that people are 'bubbling out of pubs' due to curfew

Shadow justice secretary David Lammy says drinkers are likely to continue their night together at home.

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Switzerland firmly rejects end of free movement with EU - projection

Projections suggest a referendum on annulling a pact with the European Union has failed.

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Japanese actress Yuko Takeuchi found dead at 40

The award-winning actress and mother of two is believed to have taken her own life.

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Negative interest rates: Bank of England policymaker defends plan

Silvana Tenreyro said evidence from countries that have introduced the policy was “encouraging”.

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Azerbaijan and Armenia clash over disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region

The two sides report fighting over Nagorno-Karabakh and blame each other for starting it.

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France racism: Paris to commemorate slave rebellion figure

A statue will honour Solitude, a black woman involved in a 1802 uprising in the French West Indies.

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Brain-eating microbe: US city told not to use water amid contamination concerns

People in Lake Jackson, Texas, are urged not to use tap water because it might be contaminated.

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French Open: Andy Murray v Stan Wawrinka & Johanna Konta v Coco Gauff on day one

The opening day of the French Open sees three Britons - Andy Murray, Johanna Konta and Dan Evans - playing at Roland Garros.

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Brexit trade talks: Deal can and must be made, says CBI boss

The head of the Confederation of British Industry urges a "spirit of compromise" as trade talks resume.

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My Money: 'Hollie thinks she spent less than me'

Jay and Hollie from Liverpool take us through their week's spending.

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Amy Coney Barrett: Who is Trump's Supreme Court pick?

A favourite of social conservatives, Judge Barrett would swing the highest US court further right.

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Photography award winners show the fragility and beauty of mangrove forests

The Mangrove Photography Award winners show the beauty and fragility of the unique ecosystems.

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Denmark confronts sexual harassment at work in #MeToo moment

It started with a comedy awards show and a bombshell revelation that left the audience stunned.

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Italian family fosters Gambian migrant: 'The son we never had'

When Gambian orphan Muhammed Sanneh arrived in Sicily aged 16, his life took an unexpected turn.

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California wildfires: The inmates training to be firefighters

Brandon Smith is a former inmate firefighter and now helps former prisoners find jobs in the fire service.

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Trump: Barrett 'a woman of unparalleled achievement'

US President Donald Trump nominates Amy Coney Barrett to be the new Supreme Court justice.

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Amy Coney Barrett: Trump nominates conservative favourite for Supreme Court

The 48-year-old judge and former law professor from Indiana is a favourite of social conservatives.

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Belarus protests: Opposition icon Nina Bahinskaya, 73, bundled into van

Nina Bahinskaya was again among dozens of women detained at a rally against Belarus's president.

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Megan Thee Stallion: What do we know about the rapper's alleged shooting?

The rapper says she was shot in the feet by fellow artist Tory Lanez, who denies the accusation.

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Coronavirus: Madrid at serious risk without tougher rules, minister warns

Spain's health minister urges more restrictions in Madrid, stoking a political row as cases spike.

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Charlie Hebdo: Stabbings suspect 'was trying to target magazine'

Two people were seriously injured in the attack near the Paris ex-offices of the satirical magazine.

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ICYMI: Bike race bar crawls and a unique face mask

Some of the stories you may have missed this week.

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Sparks fly during police chase in Los Angeles

Watch what happened when California Police tried to to pull over a speeding pick-up truck.

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Lebanon's PM-designate Adib fails to form new government after blast

The previous cabinet resigned in August amid angry calls for reform after the Beirut port explosion.

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Tasmania pilot whales: Rescuers release 108 surviving animals

Efforts now turn to the disposal of some 350 whale carcasses after Australia's worst ever stranding.

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Switzerland gets ready to vote on ending free movement with EU

Switzerland isn't in the EU, but it does enjoy access to free trade - on condition of it also having free movement.

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Deepika Padukone: Bollywood star questioned in drugs case

Deepika Padukone and other stars were summoned in a drugs investigation after an actor's death.

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Ukraine military plane crash: Cadets among at least 22 people killed

The aircraft, carrying air force cadets, was on a training flight when it came down near Kharkiv.

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EasyJet 'hanging by a thread', says union official

The airline disputes the claims made in a leaked recording obtained by the BBC.

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Week in pictures: 19 - 25 September 2020

A selection of remarkable images taken around the world this week.

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Philippines Troll Patrol: The woman taking on trolls on their own turf

Pro-government trolling has become rampant online in the Philippines, but some people have had enough.

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Rimbaud and Verlaine: France agonises over digging up gay poets

There is mounting pressure to have two of France's best-loved poets reinterred in the Paris Pantheon.

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Singapore in world first for facial verification

The technology is being rolled out countrywide as part of Singapore's national identity scheme.

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Coronavirus: Shoppers lost £100m in vouchers expiring in lockdown - Which?

A quarter of people had vouchers that expired when shops were shut, a survey by Which? suggests.

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Cardinal Becciu: Vatican official resigns unexpectedly

Cardinal Becciu has left his post and given up his rights as cardinal, the Holy See has confirmed.

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Job Support Scheme will make 'zero difference' to restaurants

A restaurant boss says the chancellor's new jobs scheme will do nothing to protect his staff.

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UK borrowing soars in August as Covid costs mount

Public borrowing hit £35.9bn in August as the pandemic forces the government to borrow more money.

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Ford Bridgend closure: 'Journey into the unknown'

Bridgend contemplates its future as the car maker ends production after 40 years.

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Kim Jong-un 'apologises for killing of South Korean official'

Seoul said the man was shot dead and set alight while allegedly trying to defect to the North.

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Coronavirus: Rio 2021 carnival parade postponed indefinitely

Organisers say they are not yet certain enough to provide a new date for the carnival parade.

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Covid: Uncertainty as industries miss out on job support

The chancellor's new wage top-up scheme to replace furlough is aimed at protecting "viable" roles.

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FBI probes police killing of boy on family's drive

A police officer fired 13 shots, killing John Albers in 2018 after being called to check on him.

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Harley-Davidson to exit world's biggest bike market

The iconic motorcycle company is pulling out of India as it struggles to sell its two-wheelers.

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Shoppers could pay more after no-deal Brexit

Tariffs could add £3bn to the cost of importing food and drink from the EU, a leading retail body warns.

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'Shop early for Christmas or risk losing out'

With three months to go before the big day, online retailers warn shoppers need to buy early this year.

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Jobs Support Scheme: How is furlough changing?

The government has announced a job support scheme for when furlough ends.

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Chancellor Rishi Sunak on Job Support Scheme and helping UK workers

The chancellor says it is "impossible" to predict the jobs market due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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How much gold is there left to mine in the world?

Some experts believe we may have hit "peak gold" production in our pursuit of the precious metal.

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California wildfire trend 'driven by climate'

Global warming is behind the scale and impact of recent wildfires in the western US, scientists say.

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Magawa the mine-detecting rat wins PDSA Gold Medal

Magawa the African giant pouched rat has won a PDSA Gold Medal for his work detecting landmines.

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The German medical students who want to learn about abortion

Lack of training is restricting access to abortion in Germany, but students are trying to change that.

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Breonna Taylor: Why it's hard to charge US police over shootings

There are reasons why it's rare that excessive use of police force leads to a trial. Here they are.

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'One day everyone will use China's digital currency'

China plans a digital version of its currency, which some say could become a big global payment system.

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PMC Bank collapse: 'We lost our money and then our son'

Little has changed one year after nearly a million Indians lost their savings in a bank collapse.

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How worried should we be about deadly cyber-attacks?

Experts have been warning for years that it's not a matter of if, but when, hackers will kill somebody.

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Covid-19: China's dilemma over wild meat trade

Breeding snakes and types of rat for food or medicine is a source of income for some of China's poorest people.

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Polio campaigners battle misinformation and distrust

Pakistan and neighbouring Afghanistan are the only two countries in the world yet to eliminate wild polio.

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Shaheen Bagh: India celebrates grandmother on Time magazine's icon list

The annual list also features Prime Minister Narendra Modi and actor Ayushmann Khurana.

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Transracial adoption: 'People accused me of kidnapping my son'

Adopting a child can be a challenging experience, particularly for one African-American woman, Keia whose three-year-old son Princeton is white.

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Cineworld swings to huge loss after virus closures

The cinema chain warns it may need to raise more money in the event of further coronavirus restrictions.

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Trump on Meghan Markle: 'I'm not a fan of hers'

The US president spoke out after Prince Harry commented alongside his wife on the looming election.

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South Korean official 'killed and burned by North Korea'

The man had disappeared from a patrol boat near the border, said the South Korean defence ministry.

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Pilot whales Tasmania: Rescuing whales in Australia's worst stranding

Nearly 400 whales have died in Australia's worst stranding. Jools Farrell told the BBC how rescuers help those still alive.

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Trump: Major carmakers sue US government over China tax

Tesla, Ford and Mercedes-Benz object to the Trump administration's import duties on Chinese parts.

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Breonna Taylor: Police officer shot during Louisville protests

Protesters are on the streets in Louisville, after no officers were charged over Ms Taylor's death.

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Wells Fargo's Charles Scharf apologises over race comments

The head of the US bank apologises for an "insensitive comment reflecting my own unconscious bias".

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Westpac bank to pay record Australian fine over laundering breaches

Westpac failed to adequately report 19 million transactions, some allegedly linked to child exploitation.

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Westpac bank to pay record Australian fine over laundering breaches

Westpac failed to adequately report 19 million transactions, some allegedly linked to child exploitation.

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Low tax on heating is bad for climate, report says

The rich benefit most from a de facto subsidy for home heating, a report says.

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US election: Trump won't commit to peaceful transfer of power

The president also predicted the election result will be determined before the Supreme Court.

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Wells Fargo's Charles Scharf apologises over race comments

The head of the US bank apologises for an "insensitive comment reflecting my own unconscious bias".

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The pandemic is fuelling a surfing boom - in Ohio corn country

With beach holidays curtailed, some landlocked Midwesterners tried out the river surfing scene.

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Trudeau promises 'ambitious' Canada recovery plan

The plan comes as Mr Trudeau warns Canada is in the midst of a "second wave" of the pandemic.

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Alexei Navalny: How his team found Novichok bottle evidence in Tomsk

Russia's top opposition figure has left hospital but it was his colleagues who gathered the evidence.

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Heroes in Harm's Way: Covid-19 show sparks sexism debate in China

A new drama has China asking if women are being written out of its epidemic history.

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How much gold is there left to mine in the world?

Some experts believe we may have hit "peak gold" production in our pursuit of the precious metal.

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Rwandan genocide orphan's 'miracle' WhatsApp reunion

A girl orphaned at two during the 1994 Rwandan genocide finds relatives thanks to social media.

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US 2020 election: The economy under Trump in six charts

President Trump claims he has been responsible for the strongest US economy ever. What do the numbers show?

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Breonna Taylor: Protests in Louisville after grand jury decision

Demonstrators gather after the news that one police officer is being charged, but not over her death.

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How Ruth Bader Ginsburg personally shaped our lives

A plaintiff, a student and a politician speak about the late Supreme Court justice's powerful influence.

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Belarus: Lukashenko inaugurated in unannounced ceremony

The embattled president of Belarus is quietly sworn in for a sixth term despite weeks of protests.

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Nike to make Australia away football kit in female sizes 'by 2021'

It comes after the football team's new away kit was revealed last week, but without women's sizes.

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Coronavirus: Saudi Arabia to gradually resume Umra pilgrimage

From 4 October, up to 6,000 citizens and residents will be allowed to undertake the Umra each day.

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Alexei Navalny: Russian activist discharged from Berlin hospital

Tests showed the critic of President Vladimir Putin was poisoned with a Novichok nerve agent.

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Julian Assange: Mother of Wikileaks founder's children dreaded making relationship public

Stella Moris gave birth to the couple's two sons while he was in hiding in the Ecuadorian embassy.

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Upper Crust owner: 'Demand for travel will return'

SSP sales are 76% down with about two-thirds of its outlets closed across the group.

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China 'coercing' thousands of Tibetans into mass labour camps - report

Researchers warn the "militarised vocational training" can lead to a loss of cultural heritage.

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Europe migration: EU to reveal mandatory rules on migration

A new migration pact is set to be announced, but the measures are likely to face some opposition.

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Tommy DeVito: Four Seasons founding member dies aged 92

The founding member of the US pop group had been admitted to hospital with coronavirus.

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Breonna Taylor: Kentucky city braces for prosecutor decision

Louisville fears civil unrest at it waits to hear of any charges over the killing of Breonna Taylor.

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Australia whale stranding: 470 animals now beached in Tasmania record

Australian rescuers find more beached whales during a large rescue effort, but fear many are dead.

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Brexit letter warns of 7,000-truck queues in Kent

Exporters to the EU face two-day delays to trade after transition period ends, a cabinet minister warns.

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Nike expects permanent shift to online sales

The sportswear giant has seen digital sales soar and says few customers will revert back to stores.

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Nike expects permanent shift to online sales

The sportswear giant has seen digital sales soar and says few customers will revert back to stores.

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Musk: $25,000 Tesla ready 'in about three years'

News about cheaper batteries and cars didn't excite investors as $50bn was wiped from its value.

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Musk: $25,000 Tesla ready "in about three years"

Tesla's founder says new ways to make more efficient batteries will drive down the price of electric cars.

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UK sends US evidence on Islamic State 'Beatles'

Alexanda Kotey and El Shafee Elsheikh are accused of killing Western hostages in Iraq and Syria.

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Gordi: The pop star doctor who answered the Covid call

Australian singer Gordi is "reaching people" through medical consultations, as well as her music.

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Is the world entering a new Cold War?

The recent US-China tensions were laid bare in speeches by Trump and Xi at the UN in New York.

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The ‘Trump train’: 'I'm tired of people putting down our president'

Trump supporters in liberal towns organise truck convoys to foster solidarity among conservatives.

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Six African heritage sites under threat from climate change

A recent study warns that without intervention many of the continent's ancient sites could be lost.

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How the UAE emerged as a regional powerhouse

From a mission to Mars to military expeditions, what is driving the UAE to punch above its weight?

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Why the case of a maid who battled a millionaire has gripped Singapore

The case described by some as a "David versus Goliath battle" has stirred up debate in Singapore.

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Nasa releases plan for Moon return by 2024

The US space agency (Nasa) formally outlines its $28bn plan to return astronauts to the Moon by 2024.

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FinCEN Files: UK bank may have moved money 'linked to terror activity'

Leaked documents show Standard Chartered moved funds that may have been linked to terror financing.

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Sam McBratney: Guess How Much I Love You author dies

The Belfast-born author is best known for the children's classic book about two nutbrown hares.

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FinCEN: Why gold in your phone could be funding drug gangs

Gold from a refiner used by criminals to launder drug money has entered supply chains for smartphones and cars.

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Coronavirus: Work from home 'if you can', Michael Gove says

Cabinet minister Michael Gove says the change in advice is "a response to the spread of the virus".

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FinCEN: Why gold in your phone could be funding drug gangs

Gold from a refiner used by criminals to launder drug money has entered supply chains for smartphones and cars.

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Nascar: Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin form Cup Series team with Bubba Wallace as driver

Basketball legend Michael Jordan and three-time Daytona 500 winner Denny Hamlin form a single-car Nascar Cup Series team, with Bubba Wallace as its driver.

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Whitbread to cut 6,000 jobs as hotel demand slumps

The owner of Premier Inns has warned that almost 20% of its workers could be laid off.

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'Radical' shake-up of home and motor insurance

Anyone renewing home or motor insurance should pay no more than a new customer, says the FCA.

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Asian stock markets continue the global fallout

Australian shares were among the hardest hit in the region falling to a three-month low.

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Ren Zhiqiang: Outspoken ex-real estate tycoon gets 18 years jail

Ren Zhiqiang went missing earlier this year after writing an essay said to be critical of President Xi.

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Wild maple trees 'in serious need of conservation'

One in five species of maple are threatened in their natural habitats, an extinction study says.

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Ava Max: 'I need to make it, no matter what'

The pop star talks about her 14-year quest for fame, and the determination that kept her going.

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Asian stock markets continue the global fallout

Australian shares were among the hardest hit in the region falling to a three-month low.

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Australia whales: 90 dead in mass stranding off Tasmania

Rescuers are racing to save the survivors of a group of 270 whales beached off Tasmania's west coast.

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TikTok deal under new threat as Trump insists on total US control

The US president says he will not approve the deal if Chinese company Bytedance remains involved.

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Italy votes to slash size of parliament by a third

More than 67% voted in favour of reducing the number of lawmakers by a third, projections say.

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Ruth Bader Ginsburg death: Voters on what happens next

We asked voters from across the US to weigh in on the justice's death and what should happen next.

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Coronavirus economy: The 'banker ladies' saving friends from debt

Amid a pandemic and economic crisis, minority communities turn to traditional saving methods to help.

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How Mali's coup affects the fight against jihadists

Thousands of UN, French and regional soldiers are in Mali fighting Islamist militants - what difference will the coup make?

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Bollywood bets on the small screen as Covid shuts cinemas

The pandemic has shaken the film industry, forcing it to think outside of the box office.

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Airbus looks to the future with hydrogen planes

The aerospace giant said its hydrogen-fuelled passenger planes could be in service by 2035.

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NYPD officer charged with spying for China

Baimadajie Angwang reported on activities of Chinese citizens in New York, according to court documents.

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Emmy Awards 2020: Schitt's Creek wins nine awards at the Emmys

The ceremony went ahead despite the coronavirus pandemic, with all the nominees watching from home.

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Zendaya makes Emmys history and sends message of 'hope in young people'

The actress beat the likes of Olivia Colman to her Emmy win, breaking a record in the process.

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French MP left red-faced after parked car blocks train

Jean Lassalle apologises after he mistakenly left his car on a level crossing while in a hurry.

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'Mythical' Aston Martin Bulldog supercar being restored

Only one Bulldog was ever built but it was sold by the company 40 years ago to raise cash.

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Coronavirus: Lockdown fears send shares reeling

Top European shares fall sharply amid fears that a new wave of coronavirus cases will blight economies.

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The Emotions star Pamela Hutchinson, who sang Best Of My Love, dies

The Emotions star had been suffering health problems for several years, her family say.

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Thailand protests: Plaque calling for royal reform vanishes

The bold symbol of opposition to the monarchy was gone a day after it was installed.

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FinCEN Files: What are Suspicious Activity Reports?

The FinCEN Files include reports which banks make when they suspect their clients are up to no good.

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Emergency measures to help train firms survive extended

New deals will cover the losses of rail companies for another 18 months as passenger numbers stay low.

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Satellite achieves sharp-eyed view of methane

A Canadian company debuts a powerful new capability to monitor the potent greenhouse gas.

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The tech putting the beef into Australian cattle farming

Why Australia's huge farms are increasingly relying on technology to monitor their livestock.

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Emmy Awards 2020: Seven highlights from the ceremony

Monica, Rachel and Phoebe's reunion just about broke the internet during the virtual Emmys ceremony.

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US Supreme Court: The top contenders to fill vacancy

Two conservative women are seen as frontrunners for the vacancy created by Ruth Bader Ginsburg's death.

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Tributes to a 'warrior for gender equality'

From politicians to female lawyers and reporters - people pay respects to an "extraordinary" woman.

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'Ginsburg was an amazing woman' - Trump

President Trump said the justice 'lived an amazing life" while rival Joe Biden praised her legal legacy.

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India Covid-19: Taj Mahal reopens after longest shutdown

The iconic monument was closed in March to halt the spread of coronavirus.

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US Supreme Court: Trump told Woodward judge appointments are 'golden nuggets'

The US president bragged about appointing judges, audio reveals, talking to journalist Bob Woodward.

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HSBC's shares dive to lowest level since 1995 in HK

The UK bank is suffering a series of setback and now faces money laundering allegations.

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Humpback whale finds escape from Australian crocodile river

Australian officials had feared the whale could collide with a boat or get stranded near crocodiles.

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Solomon Islands: Men working for WW2 bomb clearing agency die in explosion

The men were working to help dispose of the many unexploded World War Two bombs on the islands.

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Climate Week: World split on urgency of tackling rising temperatures, global poll shows

Concern about climate change is growing, but there are big differences about the need for rapid action.

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Renters: Eviction cases resume after six-month ban

Tenants must be given six months' notice as courts in England and Wales start to hear the most serious cases.

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Emmy Awards 2020: Jimmy Kimmel kicks off virtual ceremony

Nominated actors will have someone waiting outside their home to hand over an award if they win.

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FinCEN Files: HSBC moved Ponzi scheme millions despite warning

The transfers took place after officials were told of the $80m fraud, the secret files reveal.

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Iran vows 'crushing response to US bullying' after sanctions announcement

President Rouhani says the US is alone in trying to reimpose UN sanctions as nations reject the move.

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WeChat: Judge blocks US attempts to ban downloads of Chinese app

The ban on the Chinese-owned messaging and payments apps was to come in on Sunday night.

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Egypt tomb: Sarcophagi buried for 2,500 years unearthed in Saqqara

The 27 wooden coffins are said to have lain undisturbed inside a well at an ancient necropolis.

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WeChat: Judge blocks US attempts to ban downloads of Chinese app

The ban on the Chinese-owned messaging and payments apps was to come in on Sunday night.

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Spain triathlete gives up medal to rival who went wrong way

Diego Méntrida realised the athlete ahead had made a mistake and slowed as he approached the finish.

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Coronavirus: WHO sets rules for testing African herbal remedies

Sound science "will be the sole basis" for safe and effective therapies to be adopted, the WHO says.

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Coronavirus: Rolls-Royce considers tapping investors for £2.5bn

The jet engine-maker is reportedly in talks with sovereign wealth funds to raise money.

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Gore-Tex: Inventor of waterproof fabric Robert Gore dies aged 83

Robert W. Gore's invention has been used in space suits, guitar strings and waterproof jackets.

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Uganda Makerere University fire: 'Ivory Tower' gutted

An overnight blaze leaves a distinctive building at one of Africa's oldest universities a shell.

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Gore-Tex: Inventor of waterproof fabric Robert Gore dies aged 83

Robert W. Gore's invention has been used in space suits, guitar springs and waterproof jackets.

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Australia coronavirus cases 'set to be lowest in months'

Hopes are rising after the badly-hit state of Victoria reports just 14 new infections in 24 hours.

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Butlin's: 1,000 jobs at risk when furlough ends

The holiday camp firm expects workers to take paid or unpaid leave once the government scheme ends.

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TikTok: Trump says Oracle deal for video app 'has my blessing'

The president says the bid by Oracle and Walmart would protect the data of TikTok users in the US.

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Thailand protests: Activists challenge monarchy by laying 'People's Plaque'

Protesters cement a "People's Plaque" in a park and march in Bangkok calling for political reforms.

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Emmy Awards 2020: Stars prepare to dial in for virtual ceremony

Nominated actors will have someone waiting outside their home to hand over an award if they win.

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How the oil industry made us doubt climate change

Energy companies stand accused of trying to downplay their contribution to global warming.

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The Indian queens who modelled for the world's first vaccine

The mystery surrounding a 19th Century portrait and its role in one of the first immunisation campaigns.

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Janusz Walus: Why far-right Polish football fans idolise a murderer in South Africa

Janusz Walus killed anti-apartheid leader Chris Hani in 1993, sparking fears of a racial civil war.

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'I still spend so much time on the kids - that needs to change'

Sarah Dahia from Australia takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.

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The Nigerian filmmakers risking jail with lesbian movie Ife

The film board in Nigeria, where same-sex relationships are banned, says the film violates strict laws on homosexuality.

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'I was paralysed but a year on I'm running a mountain marathon'

Twelve months ago Carole Fortune, 56, suffered a stroke as she got out of bed, leaving half her body paralysed.

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TikTok: Trump says Oracle deal for video app 'has my blessing'

The president says the bid by Oracle and Walmart would protect the data of TikTok users in the US.

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Belarus protests: Opposition icon, 73, among hundreds detained in Minsk

Nina Bahinskaya had joined a women's march in Minsk as protests against the president continue.

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Tour de France: Tadej Pogacar poised to win after stunning time-trial ride

Tadej Pogacar is poised to win the Tour de France ahead of strong favourite Primoz Roglic in one of the most dramatic turnarounds in the race's history.

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Ruth Bader Ginsburg in pictures and her own words

A look back at some of the justice's greatest quotes on gender equality, law, and being remembered.

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Kosovo police officers arrested in crackdown on illegal casinos

The officers were among 35 people held in a large-scale operation near the Serbian border.

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Ethiopia charges opposition figures with terrorism

The group, who will appear in court on Monday, faces charges related to deadly violence in June.

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Cyclone Ianos: Two dead as 'medicane' sweeps across Greece

The rare "medicane" storm flooded buildings, toppled trees and triggered landslides in central areas.

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Ex-UK diplomat suspected of selling information to undercover Chinese spies

Fraser Cameron calls the claims "ridiculous" and says he has no access to sensitive information.

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Central African Republic: Ex-officer arrested for war crimes

Eric Danboy Bagale, a guard under ex-President François Bozizé, was arrested by French police.

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Magnitude 4.5 Earthquake Rattles Southern California, No Injuries Reported

A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck Southern California late Friday night, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

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Ruth Bader Ginsburg: Republicans vow to vote on Trump pick

Senate leader Mitch McConnell said he will push ahead within hours of Supreme Court justice's death.

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House Church Pastor, Wife in China Face Charges for Homeschooling Kids

A court in China’s southern Fujian province has summoned a house church preacher and his wife for not sending their children to public school, choosing instead to homeschool them.

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Rochester shooting: Two dead after mass shooting in New York

Fourteen people have also been injured after the shooting at a house party in Rochester, New York.

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Obituary: Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg remembered

The Supreme Court justice has died at the age of 87 after undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer.

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Ruth Bader Ginsburg: 'Inspiring, revolutionary, a fighter'

Hundreds of people have been visiting the US Supreme Court to pay their respects to Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

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Thailand protests: Thousands gather for mass anti-government rally

Demonstrators are calling for the prime minister's resignation and reform of the monarchy.

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Yasukuni Shrine: Japan's ex-PM Abe visits controversial memorial

Shinzo Abe, who last visited the Yasukuni Shrine in 2013, made the trip days after stepping down.

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Syria war: US deploys extra troops to Syria after Russia clashes

A US official says the move sends a "signal to Russia" to avoid "provocative actions" in Syria.

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Ruth Bader Ginsburg: Supreme Court Justice dies

The US Supreme Court justice was a feminist heroine, cultural icon and national treasure.

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How many people does it take to oust a political leader?

How big does a protest need to be to topple a political leader? One estimate is 3.5% of the country's population.

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Coronavirus in South Africa: Relief, pride and the 'new normal'

As the "worst phase of the epidemic" is overcome, experts delve into the data to learn more about Covid-19.

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Pakistan outcry over police victim-blaming of gang-raped mother

A police chief's comments spark an unprecedented backlash after a woman was raped in front of her children.

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Ruth Bader Ginsburg: US Supreme Court judge dies of cancer aged 87

The justice, an iconic champion of women's rights, dies after suffering from pancreatic cancer.

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Danny Masterson: That ’70s Show star's lawyer denies rape charges in court

The actor's lawyer dismisses the charges as politically motivated at a court hearing in Los Angeles.

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Afghan mothers' names to be included on children's ID cards

Mothers' names will now be printed on national ID cards following a three-year-long campaign.

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Liam Fox still in running for WTO chief as race narrows

The ex-international trade secretary is in the final five for World Trade Organization job.

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Coronavirus: Israel marks Jewish New Year with second lockdown

The nationwide measures coincide with the start of Rosh Hashanah, when families traditionally gather.

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Twitter beefs up security for US election candidates

The social network has activated password reset protections and is demanding stronger passwords.

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Medicane Storm Ianos lashes western Greece

Intense wind and rain flood streets and fell trees on islands in western Greece.

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Donald Trump: President denies new assault allegation

Former model Amy Dorris alleges Mr Trump groped her and forcibly kissed her at the US Open in 1997.

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Police launch homicide inquiry after German hospital hack

Woman dies being transferred from German hospital which is hit by hackers.

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What maths is involved in stirring a cup of tea?

A professor has won £2.3m for applying complex maths to simple situations - like stirring tea.

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Brexit: Hauliers' meeting with Michael Gove 'a washout'

The Road Haulage Association says there was "no clarity" on border checks after the transition period.

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Thai national park mails trash back to tourists

If you're leaving your rubbish in a Thai national park, you might be reunited with it by mail.

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UK retail sales boosted by DIY spending

Retail sales volumes in August increased by 0.8% when compared with July, according to new figures.

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China holds military drill as US envoy visits Taiwan

The live-fire exercise in the Taiwan Strait comes as China accuses the US and Taiwan of "collusion".

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Australian footballer awarded 'landmark' disability payout

Shaun Smith said he had suffered serious brain injury from repeated concussions in matches.

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Bolivia's interim leader Jeanine Áñez quits presidential race

She says she has acted to try to prevent the return to power of ex-President Evo Morales' party.

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Thomas Cook's Chinese owner sees sunny horizons

Fosun has plans for concept stores, new resorts and a lifestyle platform for the travel brands it owns.

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Global coronavirus infections top 30 million

Over 940,000 people have died since the outbreak began last year, says Johns Hopkins University.

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Coronavirus: Singapore and Thailand added to England's 'quarantine-free' list

But those coming from Slovenia and Guadeloupe to England and Scotland will now have to quarantine.

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Siberia landscape scarred by climate change

Scientists are warning about the consequences of vast swathes of ground thawing in Siberia.

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Belarus protests: Women try to unmask those detaining protesters

Women want to hold to account the masked people picking protesters off the street in Belarus.

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US election: Are older Trump voters sticking with him?

The US president relied on over-65s to win the White House in 2016 but their support this time is not assured.

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Mozambique's jihadists and the 'curse' of gas and rubies

Three years into an escalating insurgency, the president admits the "resource curse" is to blame.

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India's Covid crisis sees rise in child marriage and trafficking

Reports of under-age marriage and child labour rose as the lockdown pushed people deeper into poverty.

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How photographers track down stolen pictures

Some call them copyright trolls, but these companies say they defend photographers' rights.

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Lionel Messi wins fight to trademark his logo

The European Union's highest court rules in favour of the footballer after a nine-year legal battle.

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Forest fires devastate Brazil's Pantanal tropical wetlands

A huge number of fires has devastated the Pantanal, with fears of huge animal losses too.

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Why forest fires in Siberia, Russia threaten us all

Scientists say wildfires in Siberia, Russia, have been releasing record amounts of greenhouse gases, contributing to global warming.

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Interest rates on hold amid 'uncertain' outlook

Bank of England keeps interest rates at historic low as rising virus rates and Brexit threaten the economy.

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Premium Bonds: End is nigh for prizes on the doormat

Prizes will not be sent through the post from March, NS&I announces, but paid directly to bank accounts.

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Michael Jordan: NBA icon's basketball shoes' place in a booming new global market

Sneaker collectors are enjoying a boom time that looks only set to grow. It all started 35 years ago with the Air Jordan 1s.

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Alexei Navalny's aides say 'nerve agent' found on bottle in hotel room

The Russian opposition figure had stayed at a hotel in Siberia before he fell ill on a flight.

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Kanye posts photos of his record deal amid dispute

The star says he won't release new music until he is released from his recording contract.

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China debt dogs Maldives' 'bridge to prosperity'

After borrowing vast sums for infrastructure projects, can the tiny island nation pay it back?

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Heat ray 'was sought' against protest in Washington's Lafayette Square

Military police requested a heat ray before clearing a Washington DC square in June, a major says.

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Lesbos: Greek police move migrants to new camp after Moria fire

After sleeping rough for a week many migrants want to leave Lesbos, not stay in a new camp.

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John Lewis scraps bonus for first time since 1953

The partnership posted a £55m loss in the six months to 25 July as costs soared during the pandemic.

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Next says sales 'more resilient than expected'

The clothing retailer saw sales fall 34% as the coronavirus pandemic closed stores.

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Co-op sales rise as shoppers stay closer to home

The grocery chain announces in its half-year results that food sales have increased by 8.8%.

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Covid pushes New Zealand into worst recession in years

The country saw early success in keeping out the virus, but strict measures have taken a toll.

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Colombia: Indigenous protesters topple conquistador's statue

They say Sebastián de Belalcázar represented five centuries of genocide and slavery in South America.

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Biden says US trade deal hinges on UK 'respect' for Good Friday Agreement

The presidential candidate says peace in Northern Ireland cannot become a "casualty of Brexit".

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Covid pushes New Zealand into worst recession in years

The country saw early success in keeping out the virus, but strict measures have taken a toll.

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'For me whale meat is my childhood, my memories'

Sales of whale meat rise in Norway, helped by more Norwegians going on staycations.

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China debt dogs Maldives' 'bridge to prosperity'

After borrowing vast sums for infrastructure projects, can the tiny island nation pay it back?

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Coronavirus: South Africa eases strict lockdown as cases drop

From 20 September a curfew will be eased, bigger gatherings allowed, and alcohol will be on sale.

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The student daring to challenge Thailand’s monarchy

Panusaya Sithijirawattanakul read out a 10-point manifesto calling for reform of the monarchy.

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Migrant crisis 2015: What happened to Nujeen Mustafa?

Nujeen fled war in Syria, and crossed Europe in her wheelchair in 2015, but where is she now?

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Boeing's 'culture of concealment' to blame for 737 crashes

The firm hid details from the regulator and pilots which led to two fatal crashes, a report finds.

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Coronavirus: Hit to global economy 'will be less than expected' in 2020

The OECD now forecasts a decline of 4.5% in 2020, but says the damage will still be "unprecedented".

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Venezuela: UN investigators accuse authorities of crimes against humanity

Human rights investigators say authorities have committed "egregious violations" since 2014.

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Uber's self-driving operator charged over fatal crash

The safety driver of an Uber autonomous car is charged with negligent homicide.

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Cardi B files for divorce from Offset

The New York rapper says her relationship with the Migos star is "irretrievably broken".

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Hurricane Sally: 'Catastrophic flooding' as storm hits US

Authorities warn of "historic and catastrophic flooding" as Sally makes landfall.

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BA boss: Firing and rehiring staff 'off the table'

British Airways boss Alex Crux says there will now be no need to issue new contracts to existing staff.

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US West Coast fires: Smoke spreads to New York and Washington

Smoke from the West Coast fires casts a haze over the eastern cities of Washington DC and New York.

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Iceland challenges supermarket rivals to publish 'plastic footprint'

The frozen-food chain publishes its own packaging record to encourage progress on sustainability.

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Coronavirus: Tui to clear refund backlog by end of September

Thousands of people complained to the competition watchdog after waiting for coronavirus-related refunds.

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Barbados to remove Queen Elizabeth as head of state

The government of Barbados says the time has come to leave the colonial past behind.

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Gaza violence flares after Israel signs deals with Gulf states

A fresh round of violence between Palestinian militants and Israel follows a ceremony in Washington.

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Melania Trump: New metal statue unveiled in Slovenia

A new bronze statue takes the place of the former wooden one, which was set on fire last year.

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Singapore becomes hub for Chinese tech amid US tensions

Technology firms Tencent and Alibaba are among those expanding operations amid US-China tensions.

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Eating out scheme pushes down August inflation

The UK's inflation rate fell to 0.2% in August as Eat Out to Help Out scheme pushed down restaurant prices.

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Coronavirus: How we faced redundancy in lockdown

Young people are losing more jobs than any other age group - Newsbeat has been speaking to some of them.

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Yoshihide Suga: The unexpected rise of Japan’s new prime minister

What we know about the new leader who replaces long-time premier Shinzo Abe.

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Coronavirus: Trump denies downplaying severity of virus

The president said in an interview earlier this year he minimised the virus's severity to avoid panic.

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Yoshihide Suga elected Japan's new prime minister succeeding Shinzo Abe

Yoshihide Suga has won the vote in parliament, and is largely expected to stay his predecessor's course.

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Child power pushes Lego to ditch plastic bags

Lego and supermarket chain Iceland become the latest companies to make sustainability pledges.

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Brexit freight system 'will be ready on time'

The government says a beta version will be ready when the new arrangements begin on 1 January.

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Coronavirus: India infections top five million mark

It is the world's second-highest caseload, amid reports of intensive care beds and oxygen shortages.

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John Bolton: Criminal inquiry opened into explosive memoir

President Trump's ex-adviser is being investigated for possibly disclosing classified information.

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Lebanon crisis: Fire erupts in Zaha Hadid-designed shopping centre in Beirut

The blaze is the third in a week in a city still reeling from a devastating explosion in August.

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Wylfa: Hitachi 'withdraws' from nuclear project

The Japanese firm is pulling out of the stalled £15-£20bn power plant scheme, Anglesey council says.

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Alexei Navalny: Poisoned Putin critic 'will return to Russia'

The Russian opposition figure also posted on Instagram from his Berlin hospital for the first time.

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Small firms thrown lifeline in insurance test case ruling

The High Court has ruled some insurers should have paid out for losses caused by lockdown.

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Women lose state pension age appeal against government

Two women hit by changes to the state pension age and backed by campaign group BackTo60 lose their appeal.

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Mozambique: Army to investigate 'horrific killing' video

The footage shows a naked women being beaten then shot dead by men wearing army uniforms.

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Tiger King: New ad demands answers about Carole Baskin's missing ex

An advert asking for information on the star's ex-husband was shown during Dancing With The Stars.

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Malaysian man 'finds' monkey selfies on lost phone

Zackrydz Rodzi says he stunned to find photos after tracing lost phone to nearby jungle.

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Hong Kong's dolphins make comeback during pandemic

With maritime travel down, a vulnerable dolphin species returns to the waters around Hong Kong.

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John Boyega resigns from Jo Malone ambassador role over Chinese ad

The Star Wars actor made a personal video in London, but he was replaced for the Chinese market.

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Ocado sales surge amid shift to online shopping

Sales at the online grocer, which partners with M&S, jumped 50% in the third quarter of the year.

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Warwickshire firm that made the 2012 Olympic Games torch goes bust

The West Midlands car parts firm blames conditions in the automotive sector and Covid-19.

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Asia sees first regional recession in 60 years

The region's economy will shrink 0.7% in 2020 but rebound next year, says the Asian Development Bank.

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Young people hit by rise in unemployment

The number of people aged between 16-24 out of work rose in the three months to July.

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Coronavirus: Bill Gates says rich countries must help make vaccine accessible to all

The Microsoft co-founder says rich countries should do more and addresses conspiracy theories about himself.

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Taxpayers' bad loan bill shrinks to 'only' £20bn

Taxpayers will have guaranteed nearly £70bn in loans to UK firms by March 2021, according to TheCityUK.

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Asia sees first regional recession in 60 years

The region's economy will shrink 0.7% in 2020 but rebound next year, says the Asian Development Bank.

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Daniel Prude death: Rochester mayor sacks police chief over 'spit hood' case

Daniel Prude's death in March was a key event in months of unrest over racial injustice in the US.

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TikTok: YouTube launches rival to be tested in India

India was TikTok's largest overseas market before the social media app was banned there in June.

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TikTok: YouTube launches rival to be tested in India

India was TikTok's largest overseas market before the social media app was banned there in June.

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Panama: Mass grave uncovered in area linked to religious sect

The remote site is near where seven bodies were discovered in January, sparking an investigation.

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Hurricane Sally forms off US Gulf Coast, threatening southern states

The slow-moving category one storm is expected to dump rain and could flood coastal communities.

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Kremlin looks to keep protest-torn Belarus in Moscow's orbit

Embattled leader Alexander Lukashenko may not find long-term solace in Russia, Sarah Rainsford writes.

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Mercy Baguma: Woman who died with crying baby in Glasgow buried in Uganda

Mercy Baguma was found next to her crying baby - her case sparked criticism of Britain's asylum system.

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Paraguayans call for release of kidnapped ex-VP Óscar Denis

Óscar Denis, 74, was taken by rebels who are demanding the release of two of their jailed members.

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US West Coast fires: Row over climate change's role as Trump visits

Governors say the president is in denial about climate change's role in the massive wildfires there.

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Warren Harding: Grandson of former US president asks to exhume his remains

James Blaesing seeks to confirm a DNA match with Warren G Harding, but relatives oppose the bid.

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Google says its carbon footprint is now zero

The technology giant has also pledged to be using only carbon-free energy by 2030.

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Google says its carbon footprint is now zero

The technology giant has also pledged to be using only carbon-free energy by 2030.

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Dong Tam case: Two sentenced to death in Vietnam over police killings

Three policemen and one resident died in clashes over a land dispute that caused a public outcry.

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Singapore distributes Covid contact-tracing tokens

The government hopes the Bluetooth tokens will play a significant role in reopening Singapore's economy.

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Climate change: Rising sea levels in Fiji create 'ghost towns'

Coastal erosion, rising sea levels and intense cyclones have forced people to abandon their homes in Fiji.

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Belarus protests: Lukashenko to meet Putin as unrest continues

It will be their first face-to-face talks since Belarus's disputed presidential election in August.

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Khalifa Haftar's rival Libya government resigns after Benghazi protests

The headquarters of military commander Khalifa Haftar are torched in his eastern base of Benghazi.

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'No risk' at Wetherspoons as 66 staff test positive

The company dismisses claims pubs are "dangerous" places after some workers contract Covid-19.

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Umar Khalid: India student leader arrested over Delhi riots

Delhi police arrested Umar Khalid after questioning him for 11 hours on Sunday.

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Neymar among five sent off as Marseille beat PSG

Neymar is one of five players sent off after an injury-time brawl as Marseille beat Paris St-Germain in an action-packed Ligue 1 game.

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Japan's governing party chooses Shinzo Abe's successor

Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga is widely expected to win the race, and likely become the new PM.

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Humpback whales take wrong turn up crocodile river

At least one humpback whale remains in the Northern Territory river after getting lost, experts say.

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TikTok rejects Microsoft bid at eleventh hour

Oracle is now the favourite to take over US operations of the popular Chinese-owned video-sharing app.

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Roderick Walker: Georgia deputy filmed punching black man is fired

Roderick Walker was a passenger in a car pulled over for a broken rear light in Atlanta, Georgia.

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TikTok rejects Microsoft bid at eleventh hour

Oracle is now the favourite to take over US operations of the popular Chinese-owned video-sharing app.

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Climate change: Warmth shatters section of Greenland ice shelf

A big chunk of ice breaks away from the Arctic's largest remaining ice shelf - 79N, or Nioghalvfjerdsfjorden.

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Coronavirus: WHO reports record daily rise in new infections

The largest increases in new infections were reported in India, the US and Brazil, the agency said.

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ARM: UK-based chip designer sold to Nvidia

The Cambridge-based company's technology helps power most smartphones among many other gadgets.

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How her own illness led one woman to set up a global firm

Jules Miller set up dietary supplements firm The Nue Co after suffering irritable bowel syndrome.

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The coronavirus diagnostics kit made in South Africa

A South African genomics firm has made a diagnostics kit that tests for coronavirus in 65 minutes.

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Coronavirus: Melbourne police arrest 74 anti-lockdown protesters

About 250 people attended the illegal protest in the Australian state of Victoria.

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Uganda and Tanzania sign $3.5bn oil pipeline deal

East Africa's first major oil pipeline is expected to create tens of thousands of jobs.

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Restaurants at 'critical risk' of eviction

Bosses of firms including Deliveroo call on Boris Johnson to extend the commercial rent moratorium.

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Coronavirus: Israeli minister resigns over plans for second lockdown

Housing Minister Yaacov Litzman says the measure will affect key religious holidays later this month.

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Belarus protests: Opposition keeps up pressure on Lukashenko

At least 250 people are arrested, ahead of the latest of several weeks of mass protest.

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US Open 2020: Dominic Thiem and Alexander Zverev set for New York final

A first-time Grand Slam champion will be crowned at Flushing Meadows on Sunday - will it be Alexander Zverev or Dominic Thiem?

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US Open winner Osaka says a Covid break helped

US Open champion Naomi Osaka says the time she was forced to take off tennis because of the coronavirus pandemic helped her win a third Grand Slam.

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Sir Philip Green's Arcadia 'sorry' after notice pay row

The group agrees to pay full salaries for head office staff facing redundancy after legal threat.

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Los Angeles police officers shot in 'ambush'

Video of the incident shows a figure approach their vehicle, before opening fire and running away.

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Mali coup: Opposition rejects transition deal as 'power grab'

The country's military leadership is accused of ignoring demands made by other groups during talks.

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LeBron James leads Lakers to play-offs final

The Los Angeles Lakers seal a 4-1 series win over the Houston Rockets to reach their first Western Conference final for 10 years.

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Coronavirus: Cases in France leap past 10,000 a day

Hospitalisations and intensive care admissions also rise across the country as infections soar.

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Australian optometrist suspended for altering prescriptions

The Australian man is suspended over 410 altered prescriptions which undermined a female colleague.

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Migrants allowed off Maersk tanker after 40 days at sea

The migrants land in Sicily after what the UN called "a diplomatic game of pass the parcel".

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Russia: Local elections test Kremlin party's grip on power

They come only weeks after the suspected poisoning of opposition leader Alexei Navalny.

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US film Nomadland triumphs at Venice Film Festival

The festival was the first such event held with live audiences since the start of Covid-19 outbreak.

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Alleged computer hacker Lauri Love: Living with my autism

Alleged computer hacker Lauri Love won his appeal against extradition and his autism was cited as a factor.

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Why do women appear to bear the brunt of ageism at work?

Older women fight back against the double whammy of ageism and sexism in the workplace.

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Working from home: The rise of the DIY office

From treetops to ironing-board desks - a look at some of your creative home offices.

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Brian Cox and Adele's producer Paul Epworth discuss music and the cosmos

How do physics and space travel inspire musicians? Award-winning producer Paul Epworth finds out.

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Coronavirus: How the lockdown has changed schooling in South Asia

The pandemic has led to schools in South Asia shifting to remote learning but there are huge obstacles.

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Letter from Africa: Behind Ghana and Nigeria's love-hate affair

Why the current tensions over the closure of some Nigerian-owned shops in Ghana should come as no surprise.

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Charlottesville: Confederate soldier statue removed

Crowds celebrated as the monument was removed, three years after a far-right rally in the city.

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India-China dispute: China returns five missing Indian nationals

Chinese troops abducted the five Indian civilians in a disputed border area, reports say.

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Moria migrants tear gassed by Greek police in protest over new camp

Migrants and refugees were made homeless when the camp on the Greek island of Lesbos burned down.

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US wildfires fuelled by climate change, California governor says

The fires raging in three states show that the climate debate "is over", California's governor says.

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Navid Afkari: Iran executes young wrestler despite global outcry

Navid Afkari, 27, was accused of murder but he said he was tortured into confessing.

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ICYMI: Sparkles, surfing and a leopard in a shed

From diamonds to mammoth bones - some gems you may not have seen this week.

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Toots Hibbert: Jamaican reggae legend dies aged 77

Frederick Nathaniel "Toots" Hibbert was the front man of reggae band Toots & the Maytals.

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Obituary: Shere Hite, pioneering sex researcher

Her 1976 study, the Hite Report, shattered assumptions about female sexuality and sold 50m copies.

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Venezuela: President Maduro says US spy seized near oil sites

The US Marine working for CIA had weapons and large amounts of cash, the Venezuelan president says.

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Peru Congress opens way for impeachment of president

The president is accused of trying to obstruct a corruption probe - a charge he denies.

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The woman trying to save India's tortured temple elephants

Activist Sangita Iyer is on a mission to end the agony of ceremonial elephants.

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Is Italian fashion racist?

Italian designer Stella Jean says more needs to be done to tackle racism in the industry.

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Amazon's murky world of one-star reviews

Companies are trying to manipulate online feedback - and one-star reviews have become the latest weapon.

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Woman who sawed off own hand found guilty of fraud

The 22-year-old Slovenian woman was found guilty of cutting off her hand to make an insurance claim.

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Afghanistan war: 'Historic' peace talks with Taliban set to begin

Landmark talks aimed at ending four decades of war get under way on Saturday, after months of delay.

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I read all those Trump tell-alls. Here's what I learned

With yet more books offering fresh info on Trump, what do you get when you take them together?

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Migrants on Lesbos: 'Europe does not exist. This is hell'

The migrants and refugees are now sleeping wherever they can after the camp burned to the ground.

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Nigeria's opportunity for return of Benin Bronzes

With European museums on the back foot following Black Lives Matter protests, the emphasis moves to Nigeria.

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India and China buy time to heal old border rifts

The countries say they will end a violent border stand-off, but differences will be hard to overcome.

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Coronavirus: False claims test kits for ‘Covid-19’ were sold in 2017

Our latest debunk of misinformation includes claims about the World Bank, thermometers and llamas.

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Moria migrants protest in front of burnt-out camp

Thousands of migrants and refugees are demanding more permanent housing elsewhere.

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With the ongoing risk of coronavirus, what does the average school day now look like?

After months of virtual learning, some schools have now reopened their doors to pupils. But with the ongoing risk of coronavirus, what does the average school day now look like?

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Attenborough and the special moment fuelling his hope

Sir David Attenborough and the mountain gorillas that have won the fight against extinction.

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Alarm over drug-related killings in Manila during Covid-19

There’s alarm in the Philippines over an escalation in shadowy killings during the pandemic in a suburb of the capital, Manila.

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Moria migrants: European countries agree to take minors after fire

Germany says 10 European countries will take unaccompanied minors from the fire-ravaged camp in Greece.

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Explosions rock Jordan military base

An electric short circuit is the likely cause of a series of large explosions.

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Moria camp: Afghan family helpless after fleeing Lesbos fire

Talibshah Hosseini ran with his family as fire engulfed the Moria migrant camp on the Greek island.

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UK signs first major post-Brexit trade deal

Britain agrees a trade deal with Japan that will cover 99% of UK exports to the country.

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Coronavirus: Banham Poultry workers 'turned up for work sick'

Staff at Banham Poultry say colleagues felt afraid to take time off.

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Coronavirus: Inside the Indian company betting big on vaccines

The Serum Institute of India, the world's largest vaccine maker by volume, is trialing multiple vaccines.

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Lebanon: Why the country finds it hard to change

Its political system is often blamed for instability, recurring conflicts and foreign intervention.

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UK economy continues recovery in July

The economy grew by 6.6% in the month, but the country's output remains far below pre-pandemic levels.

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Brexit talks will resume despite UK rejecting EU ultimatum

The UK rejects the EU's demand to scrap plans to override the withdrawal treaty, but talks will continue.

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Melania Trump has a transactional marriage, says former aide

Melania Trump's former friend Stephanie Winston Wolkoff on the first lady and her husband.

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Rio Tinto chief Jean-Sebastien Jacques to quit over Aboriginal cave destruction

Jean-Sebastien Jacques and other senior executives will step down after the miner blew up sacred sites.

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Oregon fires: Over 500,000 people flee dozens of infernos

At least one of the deadly infernos in the western US state is being treated as possible arson.

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India and China to 'quickly disengage' from border standoff

Tensions had spiked over gunfire at a disputed border and kidnapping accusations.

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Google and Twitter to block election misinformation

The tech firms are ramping up measures ahead of the US elections to block false or misleading content.

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Belgium ex-king's love child seeks royal rights and titles

After years of denial, former King Albert accepted he was the father of artist Delphine Boël.

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Google and Twitter to block election misinformation

The tech firms are ramping up measures ahead of the US elections to block false or misleading content.

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Moria migrants: Greece calls for European action after fire on Lesbos

Greece is struggling to find shelter to thousands of migrants left homeless after a fire at a camp.

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Rio Tinto chief Jean-Sebastien Jacques to quit over Aboriginal cave destruction

Jean-Sebastien Jacques and other senior executives will step down after the miner blew up sacred sites.

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Selling Sunset: Is that really how homes are sold in LA?

UK viewers are lapping up the glamour, drama and multi-million dollar homes in a hit TV show.

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Covid exacerbating inequality globally - BBC poll

A global survey shows how the pandemic has sowed inequality, with poor countries suffering the most.

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Breonna Taylor family: 'Hold every officer accountable'

The 26-year-old's aunt says she is worried about a "cover-up" in the case of her killing by police.

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Former prisoner fighting for US criminal justice reform

Harvey Murphy's life changed when he was wrongly accused of stealing and later served time in jail for drug offences.

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Paris Musée d'Orsay sorry for barring visitor in low-cut dress

Student Jeanne describes her embarrassment at being stopped from going into the Musée d'Orsay in Paris.

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Denis Mukwege: UN guards DR Congo Nobel laureate after death threats

Renowned gynaecologist Denis Mukwege says he received death threats after condemning a massacre.

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Jane Fonda: 'Climate activism saved me from depression'

The Hollywood star has written a book about how people can get involved in climate change activism.

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Coronavirus: Young people and home workers scapegoated, says TUC boss

TUC boss says ministers must stop blaming people for not understanding "confusing" Covid advice.

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British Airways' owner to cut more flights

IAG, which also owns Iberia, says it does not expect demand to return to 2019 levels until 2023.

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Coronavirus: Lloyd's of London expects to pay out £5bn

The insurance market says that losses due to the pandemic could stretch into future years

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Ronald Bell: Kool & The Gang founder dies aged 68

He started the soul band that had hits like Celebration and Jungle Boogie with his brother Robert.

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Morrisons sales rise but profits hit by Covid costs

The supermarket spent an extra £155m on temporary workers and bonuses during the pandemic.

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'Koala war' splits Australia's New South Wales government

The New South Wales ruling coalition is in crisis amid internal fighting over a koala protection policy.

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Yum China's HK listing is the latest 'homecoming'

The firm behind KFC and Pizza Hut in China is latest to join Hong Kong's stock exchange as US tensions grow.

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We Charity to exit Canada amid Trudeau scandal probe

The charity says it has to leave because of "fallout" from a political scandal involving the prime minister.

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California wildfire: Three killed in explosive inferno

One of the victims was a motorist who fled his or her car and was overcome by the flames, say police.

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Alexei Navalny: Substantial chance Russia behind poisoning, Pompeo says

The US secretary of state declines to say how the Trump administration will respond.

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Covid vaccine: 8,000 jumbo jets needed to deliver doses globally, says IATA

Shipping a coronavirus vaccine will be "largest transport challenge ever" says the airline industry.

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Covid vaccine: 8,000 jumbo jets needed to deliver doses globally, says IATA

Shipping a coronavirus vaccine will be "largest transport challenge ever" says the airline industry.

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Wildlife in 'catastrophic decline' due to human destruction, scientists warn

Conservation group WWF says global wildlife populations have shrunk by two-thirds since 1970.

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WestJet cancels flight because of mask dispute with child

All passengers were told to disembark the WestJet flight because a young girl was not wearing her mask.

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California wildfires: This is how mind-bogglingly huge they are

Over two million acres of land have burned in California, compared to 118,000 acres razed in 2019.

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US official claims pressure to downplay intelligence reports

A whistleblower says the order over analysis about Russia was because it "made the president look bad".

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Prominent women attacked as Afghanistan eyes peace

An actress who also serves in the police is one of a number of prominent women to be attacked in Kabul.

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Abortion: How do Trump and Biden's policies compare?

It's a divisive issue in US politics. Here's where Donald Trump and Joe Biden stand on abortion.

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India start-ups flounder as tensions with China rise

India's decision to curb Chinese money has put its start-ups on the back foot.

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The plant being promoted as a herbal tonic

Artemisia plant extracts have anti-malarial properties, but there's no evidence they can combat Covid-19.

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India in shock over 86-year-old grandmother's rape

Police have arrested a man in his 30s for the rape and assault of the woman in Delhi.

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Zimbabwe bans coal mining in Hwange and other game parks

A decision to give Chinese firms rights to explore for coal in the famous Hwange park is overturned.

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Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary calls UK travel quarantine 'a shambles'

Michael O'Leary says the UK needs to embrace testing at airports to help revive international travel.

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David Beckham's Guild Esports to float on London stock market

Firm wants £20m to boost performance in global online games Fortnite, CS:Go, Rocket League and Fifa.

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Coronavirus: Banham Poultry factory Covid-19 outbreak 'has not spread'

Although the number of positive cases has increased staff are being allow to return to work.

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Maxim Znak: Belarus opposition figure 'detained by masked men'

Maxim Znak, 39, is one of the last remaining high-profile opposition figures in Belarus.

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Kabul bomb: Deadly blast targets Afghan Vice President Amrullah Saleh

At least 10 people are killed in a blast in Kabul targeting former spy chief Amrullah Saleh.

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Moria migrants: Fire destroys Greece's largest camp on Lesbos

Migrants fled with what they could carry as fire spread through the camp on the island of Lesbos.

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Chinese state media accuse Australia of raiding journalists' homes

The state media reports say Australian intelligence agents raided Chinese journalists in June.

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Belarus: Opposition figure 'climbed through car window' to avoid expulsion

Activist Ivan Kravtsov says Maria Kolesnikova tore up her passport to avoid being expelled to Ukraine.

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US to block key Chinese exports from Xinjiang

Tension is growing between the US and China over the alleged use of Uighur Muslim forced labour camps.

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Oscars: Only diverse films will be considered for best picture

The Academy says at least one main actor must be from an underrepresented racial group.

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Fire breaks out at Greece's largest migrant camp, Moria, on Lesbos

Migrants are being evacuated from the camp as firefighters tackle the large blaze.

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US to block key exports from Xinjiang, China

Tension is growing between the US and China over the alleged use of Uighur Muslim forced labour camps.

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Thwaites: 'Doomsday Glacier' vulnerability seen in new maps

Sea and airborne surveys show how Antarctica's mighty Thwaites ice stream can be melted from below.

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Justice dept seeks to defend Trump defamation case

A woman who accuses the president of raping her in a store is suing him for calling her a liar.

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Kim Kardashian announces end of long-running hit reality show

Keeping Up With The Kardashians, which ran for 14 years, made the family global mega-stars.

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Coronavirus: Oxford University vaccine trial paused after participant falls ill

AstraZeneca describes the pause in its keenly-awaited final clinical trials as routine.

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Amazon: In the cross-hairs of coronavirus and forest fires

People living in the Brazilian Amazon are facing the twin dangers of the coronavirus and forest fires.

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How Sudan's rebel deal offers lifeline for peace

Promises to end the devastating wars in Darfur, South Kordofan and Blue Nile come with a price tag.

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