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 17:44 She was taken hostage along with six other female conscript soldiers in October 2023.
'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.
What one picture tells us about Trump's power in Congress BBC News 4 January 2025 at 09:30 Friday's vote underscores the challenges for Trump in keeping House Republicans united to legislate his agenda.
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.
Venus and crescent Moon stun stargazers BBC News 4 January 2025 at 19:11 The planet appeared shining brightly above a crescent Moon on Friday.
'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.
Trump to be sentenced over hush money case but judge signals no jail time BBC News 4 January 2025 at 12:43 The US president-elect dismisses the case as "nothing but a rigged charade".
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: Michael J Fox, Bono and Anna Wintour awarded Medal of Freedom BBC News 5 January 2025 at 04:44 President Joe Biden gave the US's highest civilian honour to 19 people, including Denzel Washington and Hillary Clinton.
Washington Post cartoonist quits after Bezos satire is rejected BBC News 5 January 2025 at 03:40 The newspaper decided not to run Ann Telnaes' cartoon of tycoons kneeling before Donald Trump.
Brazil ex-official returns toilet she had removed from office BBC News 4 January 2025 at 17:18 Janaína Lima said she had paid for a bathroom renovation with her own money.
What is a state funeral and who will attend Jimmy Carter's? BBC News 5 January 2025 at 00:48 America's goodbye to its 39th president - which will include a stop at the US Capitol - has officially begun.