Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg apologises to families in fiery US Senate hearing January 31, 2024 Bosses from five of the largest social media firms were grilled about how they are protecting children. Read more
Pakistan: Who is Bushra Bibi, the mystical wife of Imran Khan? January 31, 2024 Bushra Bibi, who married Khan in 2018, is given a 14 year prison sentence for corruption. Read more
DeSantis wins as judge dismisses Disney's lawsuit against him January 31, 2024 Disney had claimed the governor orchestrated a campaign of "government retaliation". Read more
eBay to pay $59m over illegal pill press sales January 31, 2024 The government accused eBay of making it too easy to buy equipment for producing counterfeit pills. Read more
UPS to cut 12,000 jobs after 'disappointing' year January 30, 2024 The parcel delivery giant said it was looking for $1bn in savings, as AI makes up for the jobs. Read more
Mysterious shipwreck washes up on Canadian coast January 30, 2024 A ghostly shipwreck has appeared on the sandy beach of Cape Ray in Newfoundland, Canada. Read more
Record-breaking Suits and Bluey named most-streamed shows of 2023 in US January 30, 2024 The legal drama, starring the future Duchess of Sussex, enjoyed a huge surge in popularity last year. Read more
Woman arrested with 130 poisonous frogs in her luggage January 30, 2024 The Brazilian woman was arrested at the international airport in the Colombian capital, Bogotá. Read more
Amazon-iRobot deal scrapped after EU challenge January 29, 2024 The maker of the Roomba vacuum maker announces job cuts as the planned takeover collapses. Read more
Britishvolt buyer David Collard charged with assault in New York January 29, 2024 David Collard was arrested after an alleged altercation on Madison Avenue in November. Read more
Avantika: Playing Mean Girls' Karen helps break stereotypes January 29, 2024 South Asian actress Avantika Vandanapu, 19, takes on the role originally played by Amanda Seyfried. Read more
Haji Malang: The Sufi shrine caught up in a religious row in Mumbai January 28, 2024 Both Hindus and Muslims visit the Haji Malang shrine in Mumbai - but a controversy has shaken some devotees. Read more
Military-led West African states leave regional bloc January 28, 2024 The three junta-led countries were suspended from the bloc amid calls to return to democratic rule. Read more
Xavi: Barcelona manager to leave at end of season January 27, 2024 Barcelona manager Xavi says he will step down at the end of the season. Read more
Biden vows border 'shut down' if Congress passes deal January 27, 2024 President Biden's statement came as he pushed US lawmakers to pass bipartisan border security bill. Read more
Burkina Faso thanks Russia for 'priceless gift' of wheat January 27, 2024 It is the latest overture from an isolated European power seeking to deepen ties with West Africa. Read more
Icon of the Seas: World's largest cruise ship to set sail from Miami January 27, 2024 The 20-deck Icon of the Seas' maiden voyage comes amid concerns about the vessel's methane emissions. Read more
Czech MPs vote to tighten gun laws after mass shooting January 26, 2024 But it's unclear whether the proposed new rules would have stopped the Prague shooter. Read more
Israel reined in by ICJ rulings on Gaza - but will it obey? January 26, 2024 The UN court's demands, if implemented, would drastically change the nature of Israel's Gaza campaign. Read more
Georgia's stolen children: Twins sold at birth reunited by TikTok video January 26, 2024 Thousands of people in Georgia have found out they were stolen from their parents at birth and sold. Read more
Boris Nadezhdin: Putin's would-be opponent vows to end Ukraine war January 25, 2024 Boris Nadezhdin has gathered tens of thousands of signatures in his bid to stand for Russia's presidency. Read more
'Putin has made mistakes' - Kremlin challenger January 25, 2024 Boris Nadezhdin says he has more than 100,000 signatures to register for Russia's presidential election. Read more
Boeing boss faces Washington grilling after blow-out January 24, 2024 A whistleblower calls Boeing manufacturing a "rambling, shambling, disaster waiting to happen". Read more
Turkey parliament backs Sweden's Nato membership January 23, 2024 Sweden applied to join Nato in 2022 after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Read more
Khan Younis: Israel says forces have encircled Gaza's second city January 23, 2024 Fighting is reported around hospitals in the city, where Israel believes Hamas leaders are hiding. Read more
Man held for murder over South Africa building fire January 23, 2024 The man told a public inquiry he started a Johannesburg building fire that killed 77 people last August. Read more
Police probe alleged foul-smelling substance attack on Gaza march January 23, 2024 Students at Columbia University say they were doused with a foul-smelling substance, akin to sewage. Read more
MrBeast reveals he made $250,000 from X video January 22, 2024 The world's most popular YouTuber had previously said he would not bother posting videos on the site. Read more
Joseph Boakai: Liberia's new president fails to end inauguration speech January 22, 2024 Joseph Boakai, 79, is helped from the podium as the ceremony in the capital Monrovia is cut short. Read more
Ron DeSantis suspends campaign for president January 21, 2024 The Florida governor dropped out of the 2024 presidential race whilst endorsing Donald Trump. Read more
Ron DeSantis suspends campaign for president January 21, 2024 Republican Governor Ron DeSantis suspends his campaign for US president, saying there is no "clear path to victory" Read more
Israel-Gaza: Netanyahu defies pressure over Palestinian state January 20, 2024 The Israeli prime minister's comments come amid pressure on his government to accept Palestinian statehood. Read more
US personnel injured in missile attack on Al Asad airbase in Iraq January 20, 2024 Missiles and rockets were fired at the airbase by an Iranian-backed militia, the US military says. Read more
Ex-CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch 'vehemently denies' sex trafficking allegations January 20, 2024 Mike Jeffries claims the allegations fall outside statute of limitations, and are "meritless". Read more
Russia: Cat thrown off train into snow found dead January 20, 2024 Russia's state rail company apologises after its conductor dumped the feline in freezing temperatures. Read more
Alec Baldwin faces fresh manslaughter charge over 'Rust' shooting January 19, 2024 A New Mexico grand jury has charged the actor anew over the on-set shooting death of Halyna Hutchins. Read more
Japan lands on Moon but glitch threatens mission January 19, 2024 It becomes only the fifth country to soft-land on the Moon but power supply problems may hinder its mission. Read more
Théo Luhaka: French police officers given suspended sentences for brutal assault January 19, 2024 Théo Luhaka suffered severe injuries from a police baton in a case which triggered days of protests. Read more
Eisenkot: Key Israeli war leader challenges Netanyahu over Gaza strategy January 19, 2024 Gadi Eisenkot condemns the prime minister, who insists Israel's offensive will go on until "complete victory". Read more
US Senate advances funding measure to avert partial government shutdown January 18, 2024 Congress is racing to pass the measure ahead of a Saturday deadline to fund key federal agencies. Read more
Georgia: Stalin Icon removed from Tbilisi church January 18, 2024 The icon showed the Soviet dictator being blessed by a saint, but the Church says it has to be changed. Read more
Pope Francis says sexual pleasure is 'a gift from God' January 18, 2024 Pope Francis's sermon on lust followed criticism of an old book on sexuality by his head of doctrine. Read more
Italian influencers to be bound by tighter rules January 17, 2024 Social media creators will face hefty fines if they fail to abide by strict rules on commercial interests. Read more
Ernest Bai Koroma: Former president can leave Sierra Leone amid Nigeria exile rumours January 17, 2024 Ernest Bai Koroma has been charged with treason after being linked to a failed coup last November. Read more
Blinken grounded in Davos as plane has 'critical failure' January 17, 2024 The US secretary of state was due to return from the World Economic Forum in Davos when the issue occurred. Read more
Palestinian envoy Husam Zomlot says UK guilty of hypocrisy January 16, 2024 Husam Zomlot says the UK's policies towards Israel have caused it "reputational damage". Read more
Two British brothers banned from Switzerland for museum heist January 16, 2024 The Metropolitan Police issue mugshots of the Ahearne brothers following their sentencing. Read more
Iran sentences Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi to additional prison term January 15, 2024 Narges Mohammadi is serving multiple sentences and has been in jail almost continuously since 2010. Read more
Kenyan Airbnb murder: How femicide exposed toxic online misogyny January 15, 2024 A young woman was dismembered and stuffed in a plastic bag - the internet blames her. Read more
Rare white penguin filmed in Chilean Antarctica January 14, 2024 A penguin with leucism from the Gentoo species has been filmed in the icy climate in early January. Read more
Hezbollah missile attack kills Israeli woman and son January 14, 2024 A woman in her seventies and her son have been killed by an anti-tank missile attack on northern Israel. Read more
US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin remains in hospital - Pentagon January 13, 2024 Lloyd Austin is in "good condition" and has resumed some of his duties, the Pentagon says. Read more
Boris Akunin: Russia designates author ‘foreign agent’ January 13, 2024 The Kremlin labels the bestselling author, Boris Akunin, a foreign agent over his stance on Ukraine. Read more
Israel strikes southern Gaza city swollen with displaced people January 13, 2024 Ten people in a Rafah house sheltering displaced people were killed, the Hamas-run health ministry says. Read more
Medicine to be delivered to Gaza hostages under new agreement, says Israeli PM January 12, 2024 Qatar has helped agree a deal between Israel and Hamas after families of hostages raised concerns. Read more
Hunter Biden pleads not guilty to federal tax charges January 11, 2024 The US president's son is accused of, among other things, tax evasion and filing false tax returns. Read more
eBay pays $3m fine in blogger harassment case January 11, 2024 Executives sent live spiders and cockroaches to a US couple who criticised the firm, court papers show. Read more
Huge ancient city found in the Amazon January 11, 2024 The city was built 2,500 years ago but may have been abandoned after a volcanic eruption. Read more
Bitcoin: Crypto fans can now invest in exchange-traded funds - but what are they? January 10, 2024 Long-awaited approval from US financial authorities means cryptocurrency fans have a new way to trade. Read more
Haley and DeSantis face-off in last Republican debate January 10, 2024 The pair, who trail Donald Trump in the polls, will hope Wednesday's clash can energise their campaigns. Read more
Swedish £6,000 dine and dash investigation reopened January 10, 2024 A group of 35 people allegedly left a Malmö restaurant without paying on Christmas Day. Read more
Alexei Navalny jokes in first appearance from new prison January 10, 2024 Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny made his first public appearance in a video call since being moved to an Arctic prison. Read more
Nigeria ivory: Elephant tusks worth $11m destroyed January 09, 2024 Nigeria has become a hub for illegal ivory sales, with tusks smuggled in from all over the continent. Read more
Global economy set for weakest growth since pandemic, warns World Bank January 09, 2024 Concerns over interest rates and Middle East mean the World Bank expects growth of just 2.4% in 2024. Read more
Franz Beckenbauer: German legend was one of football's most important figures January 08, 2024 Franz Beckenbauer, who has died aged 78, was the friend of Sir Bobby Charlton, Bobby Moore and Pele and one of football's most important figures. Read more
Alaskan Airlines flight 1282: Key questions behind door plug blowout January 08, 2024 Many questions remain after a 737 Max Boeing plane suffered a mid-air blowout in the US. Read more
Palestinians must be able to stay in Gaza - Blinken January 07, 2024 The US secretary of state criticises Israeli ministers calling for the resettlement of Gazans. Read more
Bangladesh election: PM Sheikh Hasina wins fourth term in controversial vote January 07, 2024 Ms Hasina secures her fourth straight term after the main opposition boycotts the election. Read more
Boeing 737 Max 9: Jets to stay grounded as inspections continue January 07, 2024 The US aviation regulator says 171 Boeing planes will remain grounded until it is satisfied they are safe. Read more
French Cup side makes 8,000-mile round trip, loses 12-0 January 06, 2024 Golden Lion from Martinique endures an 8,000-mile round trip only to lose 12-0 to Lille in the French Cup. Read more
Japan earthquake: Woman in 90s found alive under rubble five days later January 06, 2024 More than 120 people have been confirmed dead since Monday's 7.5 magnitude earthquake. Read more
FAA grounds 171 Boeing planes after mid-air blowout January 06, 2024 It comes after part of the fuselage of an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 fell off, forcing an emergency landing. Read more
Drone footage shows aftermath of Indonesia train crash January 05, 2024 Multiple people were killed and dozens injured after two trains collided in a rice field in Indonesia. Read more
Israeli ex-hostage returns to site of Nova festival massacre and kidnappings January 05, 2024 Survivors and relatives of those killed or kidnapped pay emotional visits to the festival site for a memorial event. Read more
Dog enjoys priciest meal of his life - $4,000 cash January 04, 2024 Typically a well behaved dog, this seven-year-old chowed down on an envelope of his owners' money. Read more
IS claims responsibility for deadly Iran bombings that killed 84 January 04, 2024 The Islamic State group says it carried out Wednesday's attack in southern Iran that killed 84 people. Read more
Saleh al-Arouri: Thousands attend Hamas deputy leader's funeral in Beirut January 04, 2024 Al-Arouri, a deputy political leader of Hamas, was killed in an attack in Beirut on Tuesday. Read more
San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge gets suicide net after 87 years January 04, 2024 Families who lost loved ones at the San Francisco bridge have called for a solution for decades. Read more
Saleh al-Arouri: Hamas leader's death 'won't go unpunished', says Hezbollah chief January 03, 2024 The head of Lebanon's largest military force says the death of Saleh al-Arouri will be avenged. Read more
Suspects held over alleged Argentina parcel plot January 03, 2024 Three men from Lebanon and Syria were detained in Buenos Aires, where a Jewish sporting event is under way. Read more
Francoise Bornet: Woman in Robert Doisneau’s Paris kiss photo dies aged 93 January 03, 2024 Francoise Bornet was part of a young couple who were seen embracing on the street in 1950. Read more
Japan Airlines: How the passenger plane burst into flames January 02, 2024 A professor in investigating accidents tells the BBC what might have caused the plane to burst into flames. Read more
Robert Pether: Australian jailed in Iraq reaches 1,000-day milestone January 01, 2024 Robert Pether has been detained for 1,000 days, in what his family call a "hostage" situation. Read more
Ethiopia signs agreement with Somaliland paving way to sea access January 01, 2024 The prime minister of the landlocked country has said that sea access was an existential question. Read more