Chinese nationals arrested with gold bars and $800,000 cash in DR Congo BBC News 6 January 2025 at 01:34 The gold and money was allegedly hidden under the seats of the vehicle they were travelling in.
'Humans are all they know' - Fate of whales uncertain as marine zoo shuts BBC News 5 January 2025 at 22:36 Campaigners, politicians and zoo managers disagree on where Wikie and her son Keijo should be sent.
Rwanda-backed rebels seize key town in DR Congo BBC News 5 January 2025 at 21:58 It is the second town seized by the group in as many days in the mineral-rich North Kivu province.
Body of missing Indian journalist found in septic tank BBC News 6 January 2025 at 00:20 Mukesh Chandrakar's corpse was found with severe injuries consistent with a blunt-force attack, police say.
The year China's famous road-tripping 'auntie' found freedom BBC News 5 January 2025 at 07:07 Su Min, 60, became a feminist icon after she left her abusive husband and started travelling through China.
Watch: Snow blankets parts of US as cold snap takes hold BBC News 6 January 2025 at 00:34 Parts of the US have been covered in snow as a severe winter storm sweeps the country.
Motorbike-sized tuna sold to Tokyo sushi restaurateurs for $1.3m BBC News 5 January 2025 at 21:48 The huge bluefin, which was auctioned in Tokyo, will be served at restaurants across Japan.
Russian newspaper says its reporter killed by Ukraine drone strike BBC News 5 January 2025 at 15:36 Moscow accuses Ukraine's military of deliberately targeting journalist Alexander Martemyanov.
Ukraine launches new offensive in Russia's Kursk region BBC News 5 January 2025 at 20:23 The Russian Defence Ministry says efforts to fight back against Ukrainian forces are continuing.
Slicing veggies, baking cakes - will Meghan's rebrand work? BBC News 5 January 2025 at 08:33 The Duchess of Sussex appears to be embarking on a new era in her glossy new Netflix show.
Rwanda-backed rebels seize key town in DR Congo BBC News 5 January 2025 at 17:53 It is the second town seized by the group in as many days in the mineral-rich North Kivu province.
Austria's chancellor to quit as coalition talks collapse BBC News 5 January 2025 at 08:04 Karl Nehammer says he will resign in the coming days after talks on forming a government without the far right break up.
Hamas releases video of Israeli hostage Liri Albag as ceasefire talks resume BBC News 5 January 2025 at 18:30 It comes as Israel intensified strikes on Gaza, killing 88 people over the past 24 hours, the Hamas-run health ministry says.
'Powerful yet so humble' - Americans gather to say goodbye to Jimmy Carter BBC News 5 January 2025 at 07:26 Carter will be flown to Washington DC this week where he will lie in state at the US Capitol before a service.
New York becomes first US city with congestion charge BBC News 5 January 2025 at 16:17 The scheme has faced resistance, including from President-elect Donald Trump.
Biden plans to send $8bn arms shipment to Israel BBC News 5 January 2025 at 02:48 The weapons consignment, which needs approval from House and Senate committees, includes air-to-air missiles.
Russian newspaper says its reporter killed by Ukraine drone strike BBC News 5 January 2025 at 15:36 Moscow accuses Ukraine's military of deliberately targeting journalist Alexander Martemyanov.
Guatemalan forces arrive in Haiti to fight gangs BBC News 5 January 2025 at 10:10 Guatemala sends 150 soldiers to Haiti's capital to help a UN-backed force tackle powerful armed gangs.
The year China's famous road-tripping 'auntie' found freedom BBC News 5 January 2025 at 07:07 Su Min, 60, became a feminist icon after she left her abusive husband and started travelling through China.
Zendaya and Timothée Chalamet among stars gathering for Golden Globes BBC News 5 January 2025 at 08:36 Zendaya, Selena Gomez and Ariana Grande are among the nominees at the Los Angeles ceremony.
After bruising election loss, what next for Kamala Harris? BBC News 5 January 2025 at 13:10 The outgoing vice-president is weighing her options, which could include another White House run, or a bid to be California's governor.
Severe winter storm puts much of US on high alert BBC News 5 January 2025 at 12:43 Millions of Americans in eastern states brace for blizzards and treacherous ice as a severe winter storm spreads.
Washington Post cartoonist quits after Bezos satire is rejected BBC News 5 January 2025 at 06:15 The newspaper decided not to run Ann Telnaes' cartoon of tycoons kneeling before Donald Trump.
Guatemalan forces arrive in Haiti to fight gangs BBC News 5 January 2025 at 10:10 Guatemala sends 150 soldiers to Haiti's capital to help a UN-backed force tackle powerful armed gangs.
William shocked by death of ex-nanny's stepson in New Orleans attack BBC News 4 January 2025 at 23:48 The Prince of Wales said his "thoughts and prayers" were with the family of Edward Pettifer, who was among 14 killed.
Tanzania's fuel revolution slowed down by lack of filling stations BBC News 5 January 2025 at 09:04 The authorities want vehicles to switch to gas but the transition has been hampered by a lack of filling stations.
Slicing veggies, baking cakes - will Meghan's rebrand work? BBC News 5 January 2025 at 08:33 The Duchess of Sussex appears to be embarking on a new era in her glossy new Netflix show.
Zendaya and Timothée Chalamet among stars gathering for Golden Globes BBC News 5 January 2025 at 08:36 Zendaya, Selena Gomez and Ariana Grande are among the nominees at the Los Angeles ceremony.
World's oldest person Tomiko Itooka dies aged 116 BBC News 4 January 2025 at 19:44 Ms Itooka lived through two world wars and was credited with a sprightly spirit all her life.