Drone strikes on civilians suggest new Russian tactics of fear in Ukraine October 31, 2024 Ukrainians tell of their fear as BBC Verify analyses videos appearing to show drone strikes on civilians. Read more
Spain mourns as death toll passes 150 in catastrophic floods October 31, 2024 At least 158 people have died in Spain's worst flooding disaster in decades as rescuers race to find victims. Read more
BBC visits flood devastated Paiporta where dozens have died October 31, 2024 The BBC has visited Paiporta, Valencia, where dozens of people have been confirmed dead. Read more
China declares success as its youngest astronauts reach space October 30, 2024 The BBC’s Laura Bicker sees the Shenzhou 19 spacecraft take off in a record year of space exploration. Read more
Tensions rise in Beirut after influx of displaced people October 30, 2024 An influx of refugees fleeing Israeli strikes risks exacerbating sectarian divisions in the Lebanese capital. Read more
Scientists say climate change made Spanish floods worse October 30, 2024 Climate change had a role in making the storm that hit Spain more intense and deadly, say scientists Read more
Smuggler selling ‘fast track’ Channel crossing speaks to BBC undercover reporter October 28, 2024 More migrants from Vietnam than any other nation are taking small boats to the UK. Read more
ICC prosecutor denies sexual misconduct allegations October 28, 2024 Karim Khan also asks for an immediate investigation into the allegations against him. Read more
Japan's ruling party loses its majority after snap election October 27, 2024 The prime minister announced a snap election despite voter apathy and low approval ratings. Read more
Mining giants sign $30bn settlement for 2015 Brazil dam collapse October 26, 2024 The dam collapse released toxic waste and mud, which flooded nearby towns, rivers and forests. Read more
Georgia's ruling party leads pro-EU opposition in crucial vote - projection October 26, 2024 A partial projection by Georgia's central election commission gives the ruling party almost 53% of the vote. Read more
Menendez brothers should be freed on parole, says top prosecutor October 25, 2024 Erik and Lyle Menendez were convicted of killing their parents in a case that gained worldwide attention. Read more
Gaza ceasefire talks to resume in coming days October 24, 2024 The US believes the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar may open the door to an agreement. Read more
Top LA prosecutor backs resentencing of Menendez brothers October 24, 2024 Erik and Lyle Menendez were convicted of killing their parents in a case that gained worldwide attention. Read more
Venice to double number of days tourists must pay entry fee October 24, 2024 The fee, which only applies to daytrippers, will be in force on weekends and public holidays from April to July. Read more
Liberation theology icon and champion of the poor Gutiérrez dies October 23, 2024 Gustavo Gutiérrez founded liberation theology, both revered and reviled in the Catholic Church. Read more
McDonald's burgers linked to E. coli outbreak in the US October 22, 2024 At least 49 people have been sickened and one person has died, according to the CDC. Read more
Palestinians fleeing Jabalia say bodies are left lying on streets October 22, 2024 Displaced residents give harrowing accounts of the situation as an Israeli offensive continues. Read more
German police raid pizzeria serving side order of cocaine October 22, 2024 The number 40 pizza was one of the Düsseldorf restaurant's most popular pizzas, police said. Read more
Lebanon says four dead in Israeli strike near southern Beirut hospital October 21, 2024 Thirteen air strikes hit locations in southern Beirut on Monday evening, authorities said. Read more
Israel still preventing humanitarian missions to north Gaza, Unrwa says October 21, 2024 Israeli forces are besieging hospitals and shelters, medics say. The Israeli military says Hamas has regrouped in the area. Read more
UN 'deeply concerned' Kenya returned Turkish refugees October 21, 2024 The UN's statement follows reports that multiple Turkish nationals were abducted in Nairobi on Friday. Read more
Liam Payne fans hold vigils around the world October 20, 2024 Thousands of the One Direction star's followers have gathered globally in memory of the singer who died last week. Read more
Israeli strikes said to have killed dozens in Gaza October 19, 2024 Hamas-run authorities say 20 women are among at least 33 dead in Jabalia refugee camp. Read more
Russian cash-for-votes flows into Moldova as nation heads to polls October 19, 2024 Sunday's presidential election is seen as a vote on whether the country looks east to Russia or west to the EU. Read more
Mozambique opposition lawyer shot dead October 19, 2024 Lawyer Elvino Dias and opposition party official Paulo Guambe were gunned down in broad daylight. Read more
Farmers seen fleeing Nebraska wildfire during harvest October 18, 2024 Video shows tractors being overwhelmed by tall plumes of smoke as firefighters battled the blaze. Read more
Israelis and Palestinians react to Hamas leader Sinwar's death October 18, 2024 Relatives of the Israeli hostages still held in Gaza say now is the time to negotiate their release. Read more
Tearful lifeguard recounts off-duty rescue of teen lost at sea October 18, 2024 Noland Keaulana says he "wouldn't have been able to sleep" if he hadn’t searched for his friend's son, missing in a kayak off Hawaii. Read more
How Israel found and killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar October 17, 2024 Israel had hunted the architect of the 7 October atrocities for more than a year. A chance encounter in Rafah got him. Read more
Australia PM faces backlash over new A$4.3m beach pad October 17, 2024 The purchase comes months out from an election in which the cost of living and housing are key issues. Read more
Gazans describe fresh horror in north as Israel renews offensive October 16, 2024 Israel has told 400,000 people to evacuate the area, but many are too exhausted and fearful to leave. Read more
Bowen: US threat to cut Israel military aid is sign of anger at broken promises October 16, 2024 The letter criticising Israel over Gaza aid is an attempt to redress the balance between the US and its ally, our international editor says. Read more
Mayor and 15 others killed in Israeli strike on Lebanon council meeting October 16, 2024 Sixteen people are dead following air strikes on municipal buildings in the city of Nabatieh. Read more
Fake vintage wine gang busted in France and Italy, police say October 15, 2024 The group is alleged to have made fake labels from famous French vineyards, using them to sell cheap wine. Read more
US gives Israel 30 days to boost Gaza aid or risk cut to military support October 15, 2024 The letter, sent on Sunday, amounts to the strongest known written warning from the US to its ally. Read more
Actor says Trump 'should be grateful' for controversial film October 15, 2024 The Apprentice, which focuses on Trump's early years as a real estate tycoon, is released this week. Read more
Elon Musk accused of copying designs by I, Robot director October 14, 2024 Alex Proyas, who directed the 2004 Will Smith film, compared his film to Tesla's new vehicles. Read more
Israeli shells kill 10 at north Gaza food distribution centre, Unrwa says October 14, 2024 Reports say tank shells hit a crowd in Jabalia refugee camp, as Israel's ground offensive continues. Read more
Watch: Why is the latest SpaceX rocket test a big deal? October 13, 2024 The BBC's Pallab Ghosh explores why this world first test is a big deal for space exploration. Read more
Empty bars and bookshops: How Israeli strikes transformed Lebanon's buzzing capital October 13, 2024 There's no music or dancing in central Beirut bars as fear spreads and displaced people fill the streets. Read more
International arrest warrant for rugby star Rocky Elsom October 12, 2024 The ex-Wallabies captain was given a five-year sentence for embezzlement in France, local media say. Read more
Key moments Alex Salmond's life and career... in 107 seconds October 12, 2024 A look back at some of the key moments from the life and career of former Scottish first minister Alex Salmond. Read more
Moment pig tied to petrol station is rescued from floodwaters October 11, 2024 Florida residents who found the animal also helped a donkey and several goats to safety in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton. Read more
Watch: Northern lights over Iceland in sped-up footage October 11, 2024 Time-lapse images show the northern lights on the outskirts of the capital Reykjavik. Read more
22 killed in Israeli strike on Beirut, Lebanon says October 10, 2024 Lebanese officials say 22 people have been killed and 117 injured in Israeli strikes on two busy neighbourhoods in Beirut. Read more
EU delays introduction of border check system again October 10, 2024 The EU pushes back introducing new biometric border checks that were due on 10 November. Read more
Schoolboy shooter testifies at parents' trial in Belgrade October 08, 2024 A 14-year-old boy who killed nine children and a security guard gives evidence behind closed doors. Read more
Five takeaways from Melania Trump's new book October 08, 2024 The book discusses abortion rights, her first date with Trump and the first assassination attempt. Read more
Schoolboy shooter testifies at parents' trial in Belgrade October 08, 2024 A 14-year-old boy who killed nine children and a security guard gives evidence behind closed doors. Read more
Spacecraft launches towards knocked-off-course asteroid October 07, 2024 The mission aims to re-visit the asteroid Nasa diverted when it crashed a probe into it. Read more
‘Daily challenge to get stories out of Gaza’ - BBC's Rushdi Abualouf October 07, 2024 The BBC's Rushdi Abualouf sheds light on the challenges of reporting the war from inside and outside of Gaza. Read more
Tunisia's president seeks new term in election he's all but sure to win October 06, 2024 President Kais Saied, accused of suppressing democracy, only has two challengers and one is in jail. Read more
Watch: Moment huge explosion shakes Beirut October 05, 2024 Footage shows a fireball rising above Lebanon's capital overnight following another strike on the city. Read more
Watch: Large explosion seen in Beirut October 05, 2024 Watch: Large explosion seen in Beirut Read more
Watch: BBC reporter in the midst of rocket fire into Israel October 05, 2024 The BBC's Nick Beake reports from northern Israel, where Hezbollah continues to fire rockets into Israel. Read more
Watch: View from above as Iran fires missiles towards Israel October 04, 2024 Video footage filmed inside a plane on Tuesday night shows missiles launched from Iran. Read more
How India became a Test cricket powerhouse October 03, 2024 More than 90 years after its first Test match, India boasts more victories in the format than losses. Read more
Helene is deadliest mainland US hurricane since Katrina October 03, 2024 Hundreds of people are still missing and nearly a million homes are without power a week after the storm tore across the US south-east. Read more
Watch: Jeremy Bowen presses Hamas deputy leader on 7 October attacks October 03, 2024 One of the most senior leaders of Hamas - a group designated a terrorist organisation by the UK and others - speaks to the BBC's Jeremy Bowen. Read more
How a mega dam has caused a mega power crisis for Zambia October 02, 2024 A drought has caused an electricity crisis as Zambia heavily relies on the hydro-powered Kariba Dam. Read more
Blast from unexploded US bomb grounds flights at Japanese airport October 02, 2024 The bomb is thought to have been dropped during World War Two to halt "kamikaze" missions. Read more
Video shows Iran's missile attack on Israel October 01, 2024 A statement on Iranian state TV confirmed "dozens" of missiles have been launched towards Israel. Read more
'I'm not playing games' on port strikes, union boss says October 01, 2024 Harold Daggett vows union is "going to win", as Joe Biden backs "meaningful" dockworker pay rise. Read more