What is the plan to give polio vaccines to children in Gaza? August 31, 2024 Pauses to fighting will allow hundreds of thousands of Gaza children to be vaccinated against polio. Read more
Kamala Harris criticises Trump over Arlington Cemetery dispute August 31, 2024 Harris said the cemetery is "not a place for politics" in her first remarks on the incident. Read more
UN agencies to start rollout of Gaza polio vaccines August 31, 2024 The drive comes after the first confirmed case of the disease in 25 years was discovered in Gaza. Read more
Zelensky sacks Ukraine air force commander Oleshchuk August 30, 2024 The move came four days after an F-16 fighter jet from Nato allies went down during a Russian barrage. Read more
Brazil Supreme Court orders suspension of X August 30, 2024 The social media giant says it refused to comply with a judge's order to appoint a legal representative. Read more
Trump angers abortion opponents with comments on six-week ban August 30, 2024 Donald Trump criticised Florida's six-week ban when he was asked about a state referendum on expanding abortion rights. Read more
Ukraine F-16 destroyed during Russian attack, BBC told August 29, 2024 The incident happened just weeks after Kyiv took delivery of the supersonic aircraft. Read more
Germany to tighten knife laws as anger grows at mass stabbing August 29, 2024 The German government announces weapons and asylum changes after deadly attack in Solingen. Read more
Nevada politician found guilty of reporter's murder August 28, 2024 Robert Telles was convicted of killing a journalist who wrote unflattering stories about his time in office. Read more
Supreme Court blocks Biden's latest try at student debt relief August 28, 2024 It was another blow after the court struck down his attempt to cancel as much as $400bn in loans. Read more
UN says Gaza aid operations continuing after staff forced to evacuate August 28, 2024 The UN paused deliveries on Monday after an Israeli evacuation order affected premises in Deir al-Balah. Read more
Self-proclaimed healer found with 24 human skulls in Uganda August 28, 2024 Police tell the BBC he may have been using them for human sacrifice and could face life in prison. Read more
Belarus filmmaker pleads with Serbia not to send him back August 27, 2024 Andrei Gnyot says he faces "inevitable torture and inevitable death" if he is sent back. Read more
Why Harris campaign is fighting for unmuted debate mics August 27, 2024 They will be muted when it's the other candidate's turn to speak - but Ms Harris's team are pushing back. Read more
Macron rules out leftist PM as crisis continues August 26, 2024 The French president says the New Popular Front coalition could not win a confidence vote in parliament. Read more
Nostalgic Indians flock to cinemas to watch old hits August 26, 2024 Dozens of Indian films, some made more than 20 years ago, are being released again in cinemas - why? Read more
Ikea trials resale website to rival eBay and Gumtree August 26, 2024 Ikea Preowned launches in Oslo and Madrid, with a global rollout expected by the end of the year. Read more
Two trapped after ice collapses in Iceland glacier August 25, 2024 Two people in a tour group were also injured when ice collapsed in Breiðamerkurjökull glacier. Read more
Telegram says arrested CEO Durov has 'nothing to hide' August 25, 2024 Telegram says it is "absurd" to claim a platform or its owner is responsible for abuse of that platform. Read more
Ingebrigtsen & Duplantis break world records August 25, 2024 Jakob Ingebrigtsen smashes the 3,000m world record before Armand Duplantis breaks his own pole vault world record at the Diamond League event in Silesia. Read more
Cities on high alert as Brazil wildfires kill two August 24, 2024 A crisis cabinet has been set up by the state government to deal with the wildfires. Read more
Germany deadly stabbing: Police make second arrest August 24, 2024 A man is detained at a refugee centre near the attack site in the western city of Solingen. Read more
Pokrovsk: Ukraine's vital eastern town in Russian sights August 23, 2024 Pokrovsk is a major logistics hub with a railway station and lies at the intersection of important roads. Read more
The Gaza protests at the DNC in 50 seconds August 23, 2024 Thousands of demonstrators marched in support of Gaza outside the Democratic National Convention this week. Read more
Yemen weapons dealers selling machine-guns on X August 22, 2024 The traders operate in the capital Sana’a and other areas under control of the Houthis. Read more
Body of UK tech tycoon recovered but daughter still missing August 22, 2024 UK tycoon Mike Lynch's body is recovered from the wreck of the yacht Bayesian, but his daughter Hannah is still missing. Read more
Rattled Trump lashes out as DNC attacks throw him off message August 22, 2024 The biggest concern for aides is keeping him focused on the issues and off controversial personal attacks, writes Katty Kay. Read more
Venezuelan court upholds Maduro’s disputed victory August 22, 2024 The country's highest court agrees with election authorities despite the absence of full voting tallies. Read more
Oil tanker on fire and adrift in Red Sea after multiple attacks August 21, 2024 The Greek-flagged Sounion was hit by gunfire from small boats and three unidentified projectiles. Read more
Hezbollah rockets hit Golan Heights after Israel strikes deep in Lebanon August 21, 2024 Fears are growing that the cross-border hostilities could escalate into an all-out war. Read more
Three things the Democrats have avoided so far at the DNC August 21, 2024 What they have tried to avoid says as much about their weaknesses as what they choose to highlight, writes Anthony Zurcher. Read more
No foreign holidays for Gabon government officials August 20, 2024 The interim president says he wants to "immerse" politicians in the realities of ordinary people. Read more
Recovered body believed to be luxury yacht's chef August 20, 2024 Recaldo Thomas, an experienced and respected sailing chef, was saving money to restore his late parents' house. Read more
Hulk Hogan jokes about body slamming Kamala Harris August 20, 2024 The former wrestler, who supports Donald Trump, also made comments about the vice-president's racial identity. Read more
Firefighter crawls across ladder above floods to save woman August 19, 2024 Two people are reported missing in Oxford, Connecticut, after flooding. Read more
What to expect from the 2024 Democratic National Convention August 18, 2024 Prominent party leaders, celebrities and nearly 50,000 people will gather in Chicago for the DNC. Read more
Harris arrives in Chicago for Democratic convention August 18, 2024 The US vice-president spent Sunday campaigning in the battleground state of Pennsylvania. Read more
'Treated like slaves' on Scottish fishing boats August 18, 2024 Dozens of workers from around the world may have been trafficked by a family-owned Scottish fishing firm. Read more
Far-right spreads false claims about Muslim attacks in Bangladesh August 17, 2024 In the wake of Sheikh Hasina's resignation, far-right accounts spread false claims about Muslim attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh. Read more
Sniper shot Trump gunman's weapon and delayed him - report August 17, 2024 A police sniper potentially saved lives by shooting the rifle of the would-be assassin, a congressional report says. Read more
Watch: Moment brawl breaks out in Turkish parliament August 16, 2024 A debate over the status of a jailed Turkish opposition figure led to widespread fighting between opposing MPs. Read more
Ukraine incursion destroys key Russian bridge August 16, 2024 Ukraine destroys a bridge over the river Seym as it continues its incursion into Russia's Kursk region. Read more
Gaza ceasefire mediators in bid to ‘narrow gaps’ August 16, 2024 The US, Qatar and Egypt say talks will resume in Cairo next week with the aim of agreeing a deal. Read more
Despair as the sea slowly swallows a Kenyan beauty spot August 15, 2024 Local authorities are seeking to build a seawall to prevent further intrusion of the ocean to the village. Read more
Australian breakdancer Raygun opens up about 'devastating' hate online August 15, 2024 The Australian b-girl said she "gave her best" during her performance at the Paris Olympics Read more
Ukrainian TV films inside Russia as flag removed August 14, 2024 Journalist Natalia Nahorna was reporting from the Russian town Sudzha when Ukrainian soldiers threw the flag to the ground. Read more
US man held in Moscow for attacking police - local media August 14, 2024 A criminal case has been opened against the man, who could face up to five years in prison. Read more
Watch: CCTV captures moment earthquake hits California August 13, 2024 The quake shook homes and startled residents, but no structural damage or injuries have been reported. Read more
Israeli minister denounced over call for Jewish prayer at Jerusalem holy site August 13, 2024 Itamar Ben-Gvir visited the al-Aqsa Mosque compound with Israelis who defied a ban on Jewish prayer. Read more
How Musk and Trump put aside their differences August 12, 2024 The two businessmen have sparred in the past - but in this election seem firmly on the same side. Read more
Bodycam video shows police response to Uvalde shooting August 12, 2024 Footage and 911 calls show the police response to one of the deadliest school shootings in the US. Read more
4.4 magnitude earthquake hits Los Angeles area August 12, 2024 The epicentre hit near Highland Park, a neighbourhood in Los Angeles County not far from the famous Hollywood sign. Read more
'On verge of an explosion': Policeman's killing part of spiralling West Bank violence August 11, 2024 More than 600 Palestinians and at least 17 Israelis have been killed in the West Bank since October. Read more
Man seen climbing Eiffel Tower above Olympic rings August 11, 2024 Man seen climbing Eiffel Tower above Olympic rings Read more
Residents flee Greek wildfire as heatwave persists August 11, 2024 Forty fires have broken out in Greece since Saturday, with firefighters still battling seven. Read more
Bach to step down as Olympic chief next year August 10, 2024 International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach says he intends to stand down after the end of his second term next year. Read more
Trolling of viral Olympics breaker 'disappointing' August 10, 2024 Rachael Gunn failed to score a single point with the judges as she lost all three of her breaking round-robin battles. Read more
Does Japan's megaquake alert mean the 'big one' is coming? August 09, 2024 An alert issued this week has caught the attention of a country used to earthquake warnings. Read more
Five Olympic moments from Paris you won't have seen on TV August 09, 2024 The fans have provided plenty of non-sporting highlights with their passion, patriotism - and peculiarity. Read more
He's the new VP pick. To his students, he's Mr Walz August 08, 2024 Kamala Harris' running mate taught high school, and those he taught say he was "a gifted educator". Read more
What we know about military records of Walz and Vance August 08, 2024 Walz's military record has been under scrutiny after a series of claims made by veterans and leading Republicans. Read more
Iran will respond at ‘right time’ to killing of Hamas leader August 07, 2024 Diplomatic efforts ramp up as Iran reiterates threats against Israel. Read more
Why has Ukraine launched a cross-border attack on Russia? August 07, 2024 Vladimir Putin called the attack a "provocation", but Kyiv's objectives are not immediately clear. Read more
Taylor Swift Vienna concerts cancelled after attack threat August 07, 2024 The cancellations follow the arrest of two people suspected of planning attacks. Read more
Florida's streets become rivers as Storm Debby moves north August 06, 2024 At least six people have died in Florida and Georgia after the hurricane slammed Florida's Gulf Coast. Read more
Hamas names Yahya Sinwar as new overall leader August 06, 2024 Hamas has named Yahya Sinwar as its new political chief, replacing Ismail Haniyeh who was killed last week. Read more
US personnel injured in attack on airbase in Iraq August 05, 2024 The attack comes as the US warns the Middle East is at a critical moment after the killings of Hamas and Hezbollah senior leaders. Read more
Google's monopoly of online searches is illegal, US judge rules August 05, 2024 The decision could reshape how technology giants do business in the future. Read more
France's record haul & 100m fine margins - day nine in Paris August 04, 2024 Great Britain add another four medals to their Paris 2024 tally, France break their own record, while Noah Lyles took men's 100m gold. Read more
'Betrayal': Detained US teacher's sister upset Russia prisoner swap left him out August 04, 2024 Marc Fogel, 63, is serving a 14-year prison sentence in Russia and was excluded from the prisoner swap. Read more
Belgium out of triathlon relay as athlete falls ill August 04, 2024 Belgium pull out of the team triathlon event after one of their athletes falls ill. Read more
World's biggest iceberg spins in ocean trap August 03, 2024 A frozen block of ice far bigger than Greater London is captured in a vast pool of rotating water. Read more
Snoop Dogg: America's cheerleader at the Olympics August 03, 2024 NBC hired Snoop Dogg as a special correspondent, but he has shown up for US athletes at the Olympics. Read more
Venezuela opposition leader emerges despite arrest threat August 03, 2024 Maria Corina Machado appears at a protest in Caracas, defying threats of arrest from President Maduro. Read more
US urges citizens to leave Lebanon on 'any available ticket' August 03, 2024 The UK also told citizens to leave “while commercial flights are running.” Read more
Justin Timberlake licence suspended in drink-driving case August 02, 2024 Timberlake was in Belgium during the virtual court hearing, answering "yes" to questions from the judge. Read more
Toddler rescued after falling down 10-ft pipe August 02, 2024 A 14-month-old boy has been rescued after falling down a 10-ft (3m) pipe while playing outside his home. Read more
Hezbollah leader says conflict with Israel in 'new phase' after killings August 01, 2024 The killing of Hezbollah and Hamas leaders crossed "red lines", Hassan Nasrallah says, but he stops short of declaring all-out war. Read more
Russian prisoners arrive in Moscow following swap August 01, 2024 The former prisoners have been greeted by President Vladimir Putin as they walk out of the plane. Read more
Maduro manoeuvring to stay in power in Venezuela August 01, 2024 Under pressure to back up claims he won the election, President Maduro turns to the country's top court. Read more
Russia TV shows freed prisoners board plane after swap August 01, 2024 Americans Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan are shown being escorted by officers at an undisclosed location. Read more