US announces criminal charges against Haitian gang leader Barbecue BBC News 13 August 2025 at 04:49 He heads the group Viv Ansanm, which controls much of Haiti's capital and is accused of multiple murders, kidnappings and attacks on infrastructure.
Watch: Europe's wildfires seen from above BBC News 13 August 2025 at 03:47 Aerial video shows the extent of devastation caused by wildfires in a number of European countries.
Zelensky rules out ceding Donbas region as Russians make fresh advance BBC News 13 August 2025 at 03:35 The Ukrainian leader was speaking ahead of a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday.
North Koreans tell BBC they are being sent to work 'like slaves' in Russia BBC News 12 August 2025 at 13:10 More than 50,000 North Koreans will be sent to work in Russia, as Moscow's war in Ukraine drains labour pools.
Wildfires rage across southern Europe as temperatures top 40C BBC News 12 August 2025 at 23:03 The heatwave has led to red alerts being issued in parts of Italy, France, Spain, Portugal and the Balkans.
Flames near Madrid as wildfires burn across Spain and Portugal BBC News 12 August 2025 at 11:32 Emergency crews are battling wildfires as a record-breaking heatwave continues across Europe.
Israel bombards Gaza City as UK and allies demand action against 'unfolding famine' BBC News 12 August 2025 at 22:16 The countries demanded "immediate, permanent and concrete steps" to facilitate the entry of aid to Gaza.
Madonna urges Pope to visit Gaza 'before it's too late' BBC News 12 August 2025 at 22:37 The US pop star says the pontiff is "the only one of us who cannot be denied entry".
Nepal offers free climbs to 97 peaks as tourism to Everest surges BBC News 12 August 2025 at 09:55 Most tourists visiting Nepal head to Everest, which has seen overcrowding and increased pollution.
Dozens killed in attack on Sudan camp for people who had fled war BBC News 12 August 2025 at 19:50 An aid group in Abu Shouk camp says at least 40 were killed by gunmen from the Rapid Support Forces.
British soldiers using sex workers in Kenya despite ban, inquiry finds BBC News 12 August 2025 at 21:52 Chief of Defence Staff Sir Roly Walker says the army is committed to stopping sexual exploitation.
Scores of bandits killed in air and ground raids, Nigerian military says BBC News 12 August 2025 at 16:29 The air force says it targeted more than 400 gunmen in a forest as they were planning a village raid.
US and China extend trade truce to avoid tariffs hike BBC News 12 August 2025 at 14:10 The US will hold its levy on Chinese imports at 30%, while China will keep a 10% tariff on American goods.
Ukraine's borders must not be changed by force, EU leaders say BBC News 12 August 2025 at 17:36 The EU says "the people of Ukraine must have the freedom to decide their future".
Grammy-winning Afropop star Tems: 'Women are not respected in the industry' BBC News 12 August 2025 at 16:00 The Nigerian musician details her rise to the top of a notoriously male-dominated industry.
Scores still missing a week after India flash floods BBC News 12 August 2025 at 16:51 Rescue operations at the disaster site have been hampered by heavy rains and blocked roads.
Italian athlete dies after collapse at World Games BBC News 12 August 2025 at 14:30 Italian athlete Mattia Debertolis dies after collapsing during orienteering event in China.
Charges dropped against teen pilot detained in Antarctica BBC News 12 August 2025 at 16:12 Ethan Guo must leave the island and pay $30,000 dollars to charity for illegally landing on Chilean territory, a judge says.
Worst bleaching on record for Western Australian coral reefs BBC News 12 August 2025 at 13:45 Scientists say the damage was caused by the "longest, largest and most intense" marine heatwave on record.
Charges dropped against teen pilot detained in Antarctica BBC News 12 August 2025 at 16:12 Ethan Guo must leave the island and pay $30,000 dollars to charity for illegally landing on Chilean territory, a judge says.
Australia PM says Israel's Netanyahu 'in denial' about Gaza war BBC News 12 August 2025 at 12:53 Albanese had earlier said Australia would recognise a Palestinian state at the UN General Assembly.
Grammy-winning Afropop star Tems: 'Women are not respected in the industry' BBC News 12 August 2025 at 16:00 The Nigerian musician details her rise to the top of a notoriously male-dominated industry.
Man faces jail in US for shipping 850 turtles in socks to Hong Kong BBC News 12 August 2025 at 15:43 The turtles were packed in boxes labelled as plastic toys, according to the Justice Department.
Italian athlete dies after collapse at World Games BBC News 12 August 2025 at 14:30 Italian athlete Mattia Debertolis dies after collapsing during orienteering event in China.
North Koreans tell BBC they are being sent to work 'like slaves' in Russia BBC News 12 August 2025 at 13:10 More than 50,000 North Koreans will be sent to work in Russia, as Moscow's war in Ukraine drains labour pools.
Flames near Madrid as wildfires burn across Spain and Portugal BBC News 12 August 2025 at 11:32 Emergency crews are battling wildfires as a record-breaking heatwave continues across Europe.
Nepal offers free climbs to 97 peaks as tourism to Everest surges BBC News 12 August 2025 at 09:55 Most tourists visiting Nepal head to Everest, which has seen overcrowding and increased pollution.
Australia PM says Israel's Netanyahu 'in denial' about Gaza war BBC News 12 August 2025 at 12:53 Albanese had earlier said Australia would recognise a Palestinian state at the UN General Assembly.
Taylor Swift announces new album on boyfriend Travis Kelce's podcast BBC News 12 August 2025 at 12:24 The Life of a Showgirl revealed as the popstar's latest album after intense speculation from fans.