Death toll from Indonesia flooding rises to 417
Hundreds have been killed across South East Asia, with monsoons exacerbated by cyclones also affecting Thailand and Malaysia.
Venezuela condemns Trump's threat to close country's airspace
The US says it is fighting drugs smuggling, but Venezuela says Donald Trump's aim is to topple President Nicolás Maduro.
Four killed in shooting at child's birthday party in California
Police say 10 others are injured in what they believe is a "targeted" shooting, with children among the victims.
Ukraine hits tankers in Black Sea in escalation against Russia
The two ships struck by drones were thought to be used to bypass Western sanctions on Russia.
Fall of Zelensky's top aide - reboot for Kyiv or costly shake-up?
A widening corruption scandal forced Ukraine's second most powerful person, Andriy Yermak, to resign.
Watch: Moment huge fireball destroys Sydney waste facility
A large chemical tank was blown into the air by the inferno at North St Mary's in western Sydney, Australia.
More than 70,000 killed in Gaza since Israel offensive began, Hamas-run health ministry says
Two young brothers were among the latest killed - reportedly in an Israeli air strike as the Gaza ceasefire remains fragile.
French farm has €90,000 worth of snails stolen
The break-in was "a real blow", says L'Escargot Des Grands Crus, which was preparing deliveries for the holiday season.
The Wiggles issue statement after appearing in Ecstasy music video
The popular Australian children's group says it "does not condone" drug use, after two of its members are shown dancing in a Keli Holiday video.
Pope Leo visits Istanbul's Blue Mosque
It is the first time Leo has attended a Muslim place of worship since he took up the papacy in May.
Australian prime minister becomes first to wed in office
Anthony Albanese weds Jodie Haydon, after the couple became engaged on Valentine's Day last year.
Three days of mourning begin after Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades
At least 128 people have died and hundreds remain unaccounted for following the fire which engulfed several tower blocks.
Russian strikes cause power outages for more than 600,000 in Ukraine
The overnight attack kills at least three and injures dozens more.
Flights returning to normal after Airbus warning grounded planes
Around 6,000 planes were affected after an issue that could corrupt data was discovered.
Nigeria blames jihadist groups for wave of kidnappings but others accuse criminal gangs
Analysts instead blame criminal gangs for the kidnapping of more than 250 schoolchildren last week.
Trump to pardon ex-Honduras president convicted of drug trafficking
Juan Orlando Hernández was sentenced in the US to 45 years behind bars for conspiring to smuggle cocaine.
Nigerian villagers 'too scared to speak' after hundreds of schoolchildren kidnapped
Parents of kidnapped children know where the bandits hide out, but are too scared to inform the authorities.
Drinking is a way of life in Ireland - can a warning label change that?
The labels, which warn of cancer risks, are among the strongest warnings on alcohol anywhere in the world.
Forgotten photos reveal women who powered India's freedom struggle
Newly found photos highlight women’s key role in Mahatma Gandhi’s civil disobedience movement against British rule.
Why I spend hours painstakingly repairing banknotes
Fixing cash is a thriving new business in Gaza after Israel stopped transfers of banknotes and banks were destroyed and looted.
We searched for a true Christmas market - and may have found one
We visited festive markets in the UK and Germany to check which come closest to the real deal.
Why the rich and powerful couldn't say no to Epstein
The late sex offender maintained contact with wealthy and influential people even after his first conviction.
Scores killed as floods sweep several Asian nations
At least 80 people have died in Indonesia with another 56 dead in Sri Lanka in a week of extreme weather.
Watch: Pope struggles to remove cloth covering plaque
It took several attemps for Pope Leo and church clergy to unveil a plaque covered by a white sheet at an Istanbul cathedral.
Video shows speed fire spreads in Hong Kong tower block
Footage geolocated by BBC Verify show the blaze taking hold in Wang Cheong House.
Watch: Dawn aerial footage reveals scale of Hong Kong apartment blaze
More than 800 firefighters were still tackling the blaze at Wang Fuk Court this morning.
Watch: How the shooting of two National Guard members unfolded
The two soldiers are in critical condition after being attacked blocks from the White House in Washington DC.