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Trump pardons Silk Road dark web market creator Ross Ulbricht

Trump said he had called Ulbricht's mother to let her know he had granted her son a full pardon.

Tariffs on imports only way to get fairness, says Trump

The new president accused Beijing of sending fentanyl to Mexico and Canada which ends up in the US.

Children among dead as Turkey hotel fire investigation continues

At least 76 people are known to have died, including children and multiple family members.

Xi and Putin hold video call after Trump's inauguration

The two leaders pledged to bring China-Russia relations to "greater heights".

War clinics in Ukraine witness sharp rise in drug-resistant infections

War appears to have accelerated the spread of pathogens resistant to antibiotics in the country.

Election of taoiseach delayed as dáil suspended amid disorder

A row broke out in the Dáil, forcing the suspension of proceedings as the Irish parliament returned to nominate a new taoiseach.

Ten Palestinians killed as Israeli forces launch major operation in Jenin

Israel's prime minister says the "extensive" operation aims to "defeat terrorism" in the West Bank city.

Four injured in Tel Aviv stabbing attack

The attacker, believed to be a Moroccan citizen with US residency, was shot dead at the scene.

India court orders seizure of 'offensive' MF Husain paintings

A complaint claimed that paintings of two Hindu deities at an art gallery "hurt religious sentiments".

Kenya eases travel requirements for nearly all African visitors

Libya and Somalia are excluded from the waiver due to security concerns.

Thousands await stinky plant's rare bloom

A livestream of a "corpse flower" due to bloom in Sydney's botanic gardens has captivated the internet.

Fans rush for hotly anticipated fantasy book sequel

Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros is billed as one of the biggest publishing releases since Harry Potter.

Haas appoint Muller as F1's first female race engineer

Haas restructure their race operations team with a series of changes that include appointing Laura Muller as the first female race engineer in Formula 1.

US exit from WHO could see fifth of budget disappear

Trump has long been critical of how the Geneva-based institution handled the Covid-19 pandemic.

US trades Taliban prisoner for two American detainees

Two Americans held by the Taliban were exchanged for an Afghan imprisoned in the US on narco-terrorism charges.

'Hell on earth': China deportation looms for Uyghurs held in Thailand

Forty eight men detained since they fled China years ago risk being deported, rights groups say.

Mozambique opposition leader open to serving in rival's government

Venâncio Mondlane tells the BBC the conditions under which he is prepared to join the government.

Mystery balls on Sydney beaches found to contain toxic material

Authorities closed nine beaches on 14 January after the marble-sized balls washed up.

What led to hotel fire disaster at Turkish ski resort?

Some survivors did not hear a fire alarm and there are claims of failures in the hotel's fire safety.

'A living hell': Sudanese women face rape and abuse in Libya

The BBC hears about horrific violence five women experienced in Libya after fleeing war-torn Sudan.

'A long fight full of tears': Why Thailand became a haven for LGBT couples

Thailand is set to legalise same-sex marriage - one of the few places in Asia to do so. Why is it an outlier?

What Trump has done since taking power

The Republican has started his second term at a fast pace. Here's a handy guide to waht he's done so far.

Teddy Swims: 'Every day I try to cry a little bit'

The Lose Control singer talks about masculine role models, becoming a father, and facing prejudice.

Best of 'frenemies': Trump's relationship with Europe this time may be very different

Weak, distracted and unprepared? How prepared France, Germany and the rest of the continent really are for his return to power

Anthony Zurcher: With the promise of a 'golden age', a second Trump era begins

Trump's inaugural speech was a mix of promises – and contradictions – that underlined some of the challenges he faces upon his return.

Influencers, tech bros, MMA fighters: Trump's inauguration guests

The inauguration guestlist features unlikely names including MMA fighter Conor McGregor and influencer Jake Paul.

Snow flurries are rare in US south – now a blizzard has hit

Snow and freezing rain hits parts of the deep south, closing highways and airports and prompting a first-ever blizzard warning in southwest Louisiana.

BBC Verify: Can Donald Trump really rename the Gulf of Mexico?

The new US President wants to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. How would that work?

Elon Musk's gesture at Trump rally draws scrutiny

He made the gesture while thanking supporters for contributing to Trump's victory.

Bishop asks Trump to show mercy to LGBT people and migrants

Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde made a plea to the president in a sermon that Trump later criticised.

Deadly fire at Turkey ski resort hotel

At least 66 people have died and 32 were injured in a fire at a ski resort hotel in the city of Bolu.

Trump 'not confident' Israel-Gaza ceasefire will hold

The newly sworn-in US President was asked for his thoughts on the ceasefire as it enters its third day.

Watch: Key moments from President Trump's inauguration day

The oath of office and a Melania air kiss - watch the highlights from Donald Trump's day.

Awkward air kiss as Trump enters Capitol to applause

Melania's hat appeared to get in the way, when Donald Trump leaned in to kiss her.