US cuts aid to Zambia over 'systematic' medicine theft BBC News 8 May 2025 at 22:21 Critical medicines affected by the $50m cuts include Malaria, HIV and TB drugs, the US embassy says.
Ukraine labels Russian ceasefire a farce after reports of hundreds of violations BBC News 8 May 2025 at 19:28 A three-day truce was called by Vladimir Putin ahead of Russia's World War Two Victory Day celebrations.
'This will be the work of years': The medics identifying remains from Syria's mass graves BBC News 8 May 2025 at 07:13 More than 100,000 men, women and children were reportedly forcibly disappeared by Bashar al-Assad's regime.
Israel PM 'uncertain' over condition of three Gaza hostages BBC News 8 May 2025 at 18:47 Benjamin Netanyahu said he knew "with certainty" that 21 hostages were alive but the status of "three more" were unclear.
Pope Francis backed him when he took on a president. Now he's voting in the conclave BBC News 8 May 2025 at 06:47 "Not even in my wildest imagination did I think this would happen," Cardinal David tells the BBC.
Watch: Moments past conclaves elected new popes BBC News 8 May 2025 at 18:00 See the moments previous popes were elected by conclaves past, from 1939 to 2013.
Men found guilty of violent murder of Aboriginal schoolboy BBC News 8 May 2025 at 13:54 Cassius Turvey was chased through bush and beaten with a metal pole, in a case which sparked national outrage.
US judge blocks plan to deport migrants to Libya BBC News 8 May 2025 at 17:04 The order comes after lawyers expressed alarm that the US was planning to deport migrants to the North African country "immediately".
Smokey Robinson denies sexual assault allegations BBC News 8 May 2025 at 16:06 In a statement, the singer's lawyer says the abuse allegations are an attempt to "extract money".
Denmark summons US ambassador over Greenland spying report BBC News 8 May 2025 at 04:10 US spy agencies have been told to step up espionage around Greenland, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters arrested at Columbia University BBC News 8 May 2025 at 10:32 The university asked for police help after protesters occupied part of the main library on Wednesday.
What do Canadians make of Carney's meeting with Trump? BBC News 8 May 2025 at 05:22 The prime minister reiterated that Canada "is not for sale" during Tuesday's meeting at the White House.
Watch: The first day of the conclave in a minute BBC News 8 May 2025 at 04:37 After a lengthy wait, black smoke emerged from the Sistine Chapel's chimney at around 9pm local time.
Watch: Biden's first interview since leaving the White House BBC News 7 May 2025 at 12:58 Former US President Joe Biden talks Trump, Russia and US-Europe relations with the BBC's Today programme.
Sotheby's halts Buddha jewels auction after India threat BBC News 8 May 2025 at 14:37 The jewels are described as one of the most astonishing archaeological finds of the modern era.
Australia Greens leader loses seat, cites 'Trump effect' BBC News 8 May 2025 at 13:30 Adam Bandt was ousted by a "riptide" of swing votes, which he blamed on the so-called Trump effect.
Woman killed in axe attack at Warsaw university BBC News 8 May 2025 at 15:31 A 22-year-old man was arrested over the attack which also left a security guard severely injured.
Is Ivory Coast's red card politics an own goal for democracy? BBC News 8 May 2025 at 08:07 Why ex-bank boss Tidjane Thiam has been barred from seeking the Ivorian presidency - and the potential fallout.
'Why would we play Putin's game?': Ukrainians see Russian lull as sideshow BBC News 7 May 2025 at 19:37 Russia is expected to begin a self-declared three-day pause in fighting against Ukraine on Wednesday night.
Is Ivory Coast's red card politics an own goal for democracy? BBC News 8 May 2025 at 08:07 Why ex-bank boss Tidjane Thiam has been barred from seeking the Ivorian presidency - and the potential fallout.
Pope Francis backed him when he took on a president. Now he's voting in the conclave BBC News 8 May 2025 at 06:47 "Not even in my wildest imagination did I think this would happen," Cardinal David tells the BBC.
Israeli strikes on Gaza restaurant and market kill 33, health ministry says BBC News 8 May 2025 at 02:03 The restaurant in Gaza City's Rimal neighbourhood had been recently been operating a community kitchen.
How Peter Dutton's heartland lost him Australia's election BBC News 8 May 2025 at 06:45 It was the opposition leader's home state that delivered Labor its win, with the red wave taking out his own seat.
'This will be the work of years': The medics identifying remains from Syria's mass graves BBC News 8 May 2025 at 07:13 More than 100,000 men, women and children were reportedly forcibly disappeared by Bashar al-Assad's regime.
Russia says 60,000 air passengers stranded after Ukrainian drone attacks BBC News 8 May 2025 at 02:16 Some 350 flights are affected in Moscow and other cities, as Russia claims shooting down 524 Ukrainian drones.
Watch: The first day of the conclave in a minute BBC News 8 May 2025 at 04:37 After a lengthy wait, black smoke emerged from the Sistine Chapel's chimney at around 9pm local time.
Denmark summons US ambassador over Greenland spying report BBC News 8 May 2025 at 04:10 US spy agencies have been told to step up espionage around Greenland, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Smokey Robinson accused of sexual assault by four women BBC News 7 May 2025 at 17:30 The Motown legend is being sued for $50m by four women who accuse him of sexual assault and rape.
Watch: Black smoke emerges after first conclave ballot BBC News 8 May 2025 at 03:09 The signal means more voting will take place tomorrow as a new pope has not yet been chosen.