Three more Iran football team members change minds over asylum
Four of seven members of the women's football delegation who originally sought to stay in Australia have now chosen to return home.
Hamas urges key ally Iran to halt attacks on Gulf states
The Palestinian group also affirms Tehran's right to defend itself from "aggression" by the US and Israel.
More US Marines and warships being moved to Middle East, reports say
The reinforcements will come from an amphibious ready group that is usually based in Japan, an official told CBS, the BBC's US partner.
Treasure hunter freed from prison after refusing to turn over shipwreck gold
Tommy Thompson spent more than a decade in prison after refusing to disclose the whereabouts of 500 missing gold coins.
Cuban protesters ransack Communist office as energy crisis deepens
Discontent is mounting over rolling blackouts and shortages of food, fuel and medicine, exacerbated by a US blockade.
Rescuers blame weather and 'underprepared skiers' for rise in Alps avalanche deaths
The BBC joins a French Alps rescue team as the number of skiers killed this season passes 100.
Explosion at Amsterdam Jewish school 'a deliberate attack' says mayor
Security had been increased at Jewish public institutions following an earlier incident in Rotterdam.
Kennedy Center head steps down after tumultuous year
The Trump ally's departure comes as the centre prepares to shut down for a two-year renovation.
'Hate-watch classic' War of the Worlds sweeps Razzie Awards
Ice Cube's alien invasion adaptation receives five Razzies, which go to the year's worst movies.
German philosopher and social critic Jürgen Habermas dies at 96
One the most influential thinkers in post-war Germany, he linked philosophy and political action throughout his life.
LA asks for investigation into 2028 Olympics chief over Epstein ties
The city council votes unanimously for an investigation into Casey Wasserman after he appeared in the Epstein files.
Charges dropped against teens whose teacher died during toilet paper prank
The teacher's family had asked for charges to be dropped to prevent the students' lives being ruined.
Family of Michigan synagogue suspect killed in Lebanon airstrike, officials say
The FBI said the suspect had large quantities of fireworks and petrol in his vehicle when it caught fire after ramming a synagogue on Thursday.
Ukraine and allies fear easing Russian sanctions will prolong war
Ukraine's president says the US decision "certainly does not help achieve peace".
Pink Floyd guitar sold for record-breaking $14.6m
The guitar was used by David Gilmour on some of Pink Floyd's best-known albums, including Dark Side of the Moon.
Judge says 'no evidence' to justify Federal Reserve probe
Jeanine Pirro said she would appeal the ruling, which blocks the subpoenas she issued to the central bank.
Why has the US targeted Iran's Kharg Island?
The tiny island is home to one of the most critical pieces of Iran's energy infrastructure.
Is Dubai's glossy image under threat? Not everyone thinks so
The city has been considered a safe haven by expats, tourists and influencers - but that's now being tested.
Under drone fire, exiled Kurds wait to confront Iranian regime
A group of fighters based in Iraq say they are "ready to go home", as they face drone attacks from Tehran.
'Tigers and flies': Millions of officials later, why is Xi's corruption purge still going?
Critics say Xi's purges reveal a ruthless drive for absolute loyalty and total control of the military.
Iranians react to new supreme leader's first address
People in Iran are questioning who's really in charge after Mojtaba Khamenei's first address came via a presenter on state TV.
How the Iran war exposed cracks in Trump's Republican coalition
The president's most dedicated supporters are on his side - but significant numbers of Republicans have serious doubts.
She spent 16 hours on Instagram in a day. It's up to a jury to decide if Meta is to blame
A landmark lawsuit will set the stage for thousands of people who say social media platforms are intentionally addictive.
Fears for press freedom as billionaire takes control of East Africa's largest media house
Rostam Aziz's purchase raises questions about continued journalistic independence in the region.
Gazans urged to shelter as sandstorm turns skies orange
Displaced Palestinians were told to secure their tents to prevent them being blown away as a storm swept through the enclave.
Watch: Why Kharg Island is a lifeline for Iran
BBC Security Brief's Mikey Kay breaks down why Kharg Island is so strategically important for Tehran.
Video shows moment point-blank gunshot misses Indian politician
Senior Kashmir leader Farooq Abdullah escaped unhurt after the incident and the suspect is in custody.
Volcanic fragments rain down as Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts
This eruption episode sent fragments made of ash, pumice, and pieces of volcanic glass into communities, forcing highway closures and the evacuation of tourists.
Justified or not? US military families on fears of Iran war
BBC's North America editor Sarah Smith spoke to Gold Star mum Lynn, whose son died in the Iraq War, and veteran Jeremy.