Russia and Ukraine to 'immediately' start ceasefire talks, says Trump BBC News 20 May 2025 at 05:13 The US president holds talks with leaders of both countries in the latest efforts to end the fighting.
US Supreme Court lets Trump end deportation protections for 350,000 Venezuelans BBC News 20 May 2025 at 03:43 Temporary Protected Status allows people to live and work in the US legally if their home countries are deemed to be unsafe.
Who are the winners and losers from the UK-EU agreement? BBC News 20 May 2025 at 01:55 A deal between the UK and European Union (EU) has been agreed at a post-Brexit leaders summit in London.
Huge challenges await new president of divided Romania BBC News 20 May 2025 at 02:48 "Fear managed to defeat fury" is how one analyst interpreted liberal Nicusor Dan beating hard-right George Simion to the presidency.
Spanish PM calls for Israel ban at Eurovision BBC News 20 May 2025 at 01:15 Pedro Sánchez warns against "double standards" after Russia was banned from the song contest in 2022.
Iran and Britain summon envoys over alleged spying in UK BBC News 20 May 2025 at 02:55 Home Secretary Yvette Cooper says there's been a rise in Iran-linked operations on UK soil.
Brussels hails UK deal as 'new chapter' - but much is yet to be written BBC News 20 May 2025 at 00:46 The two sides have struck a new post-Brexit deal but this so-called 'reset' of the relationship is just the beginning.
Mexico mourns Navy cadets killed in Brooklyn Bridge ship crash BBC News 19 May 2025 at 19:12 América Sánchez, 20, and Adal Jair Maldonado Marcos, 23, died when the tall ship lost power and drifted into the bridge.
UN court backs E Guinea in Gabon dispute over islands in oil-rich waters BBC News 20 May 2025 at 00:05 Equatorial Guinea has been rowing with Gabon for decades over three islands in potentially oil-rich waters.
Iran and Britain summon envoys over alleged spying in UK BBC News 19 May 2025 at 21:06 Iranian state media describes the arrests as "unjustified" and "politically motivated".
France to open high-security prison in Amazon jungle BBC News 19 May 2025 at 18:32 The €400 million high-security jail will be built in France's overseas region of French Guiana in South America.
Cancer touches us all, says Biden after outpouring of support BBC News 19 May 2025 at 22:49 The former US president has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, his office says.
Indian YouTuber arrested for allegedly 'spying' for Pakistan BBC News 19 May 2025 at 16:28 The father of Malhotra, the Indian travel influencer, has denied allegations that she was a spy for Pakistan.
Israel lets aid into Gaza after 11-week blockade but UN calls it 'drop in ocean' BBC News 20 May 2025 at 02:10 The UN's humanitarian chief welcomes the move but says it is only "a drop in the ocean of what is urgently needed".
Liberal mayor Dan beats nationalist in tense race for Romanian presidency BBC News 19 May 2025 at 14:45 Nicusor Dan fights off a strong challenge from a right-wing nationalist after months of political turbulence.
Solving the mystery of a dinosaur mass grave at the 'River of Death' BBC News 19 May 2025 at 13:06 A group of researchers have come to Pipestone Creek in Canada to figure out why thousands of dinosaurs are buried here.
BBC uncovers child sex abuse in South Africa's illegal mines BBC News 19 May 2025 at 14:37 An investigation into the illicit mining sector reveals a world of child exploitation.
Israel orders Khan Younis evacuation ahead of 'unprecedented attack' BBC News 19 May 2025 at 20:08 Residents have been told to move to western Gaza in one of the largest evacuation orders of recent months.
Mexico mourns Navy cadets killed in Brooklyn Bridge ship crash BBC News 19 May 2025 at 19:12 América Sánchez, 20, and Adal Jair Maldonado Marcos, 23, died when the tall ship lost power and drifted into the bridge.
JD Vance invites Pope Leo to White House after Vatican talks BBC News 19 May 2025 at 23:07 The Vatican says a meeting between the new Pope and US vice-president was "cordial".
France to open high-security prison in Amazon jungle BBC News 19 May 2025 at 18:32 The €400 million high-security jail will be built in France's overseas region of French Guiana in South America.
Warsaw's liberal mayor narrowly wins Polish presidential vote BBC News 19 May 2025 at 17:35 Rafal Trzaskowski is set to face conservative historian Karol Nawrocki in a second round run-off.
South Africa to pursue appeal against Nigerian pastor acquitted of rape BBC News 19 May 2025 at 19:05 Timothy Omotoso, who denies assaulting women from his church, has reportedly returned to Nigeria.
Russia launched war's largest drone attack ahead of Putin-Trump call, Ukraine says BBC News 19 May 2025 at 01:19 The barrage comes ahead of a planned call between Presidents Trump and Putin on Monday, as the US pushes for a ceasefire.
Watch: Cat caught smuggling drugs into Costa Rica prison BBC News 19 May 2025 at 17:33 The feline was found carrying 235.65g of marijuana and 67.76g of heroin, authorities say.
'A pain I can't describe': Tornadoes sweep multiple US states BBC News 19 May 2025 at 16:52 Dozens of people have died in parts of the United States after tornadoes caused catastrophic damage across the weekend.
BBC uncovers child sex abuse in South Africa's illegal mines BBC News 19 May 2025 at 14:37 An investigation into the illicit mining sector reveals a world of child exploitation.
Kenya's ex-justice minister 'deported' from Tanzania BBC News 19 May 2025 at 17:17 Karua was allowed into Tanzania last month but was stopped ahead of Tundu Lissu's latest court appearance.
Liberal mayor Dan beats nationalist in tense race for Romanian presidency BBC News 19 May 2025 at 11:13 Nicusor Dan fights off a strong challenge from a right-wing nationalist after months of political turbulence.