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.
Pope Leo XIV holds Vatican talks with JD Vance BBC News 19 May 2025 at 19:08 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.
Portugal PM's party wins snap election but falls short of majority BBC News 19 May 2025 at 09:34 The ruling right-of-centre Democratic Alliance of PM Luís Montenegro wins elections, amid a far-right surge.
Austrian Eurovision winner JJ receives hero's welcome at Vienna airport BBC News 19 May 2025 at 03:51 The 24-year-old took the title at the Eurovision competition with the song Wasted Love.
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.
Fatal blast near Palm Springs fertility clinic 'act of terrorism' - FBI BBC News 18 May 2025 at 23:02 One person was killed and four injured in Saturday's explosion outside the American Reproductive Centers.
Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' prostate cancer BBC News 19 May 2025 at 12:44 The disease has spread to the 82-year-old's bones but his office said the cancer could be effectively managed.
US officials investigating fatal Mexican Navy ship crash BBC News 19 May 2025 at 03:24 Authorities are examining the site in New York to determine how the collision, which killed two, occurred.
US officials investigating fatal Mexican Navy ship crash BBC News 19 May 2025 at 03:24 Authorities are examining the site in New York to determine how the collision, which killed two, occurred.
Two dead as Mexican Navy ship crashes into Brooklyn Bridge BBC News 18 May 2025 at 12:56 At least 19 people were also injured after masts of training sail vessel hit New York City bridge.
Will Romania vote take country away from European mainstream? BBC News 18 May 2025 at 14:48 Voters are choosing between hard-right Euro-sceptic George Simion and liberal mayor Nicusor Dan in a presidential run-off.
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.
Ros Atkins on... Trump's deals in the Gulf BBC News 18 May 2025 at 17:04 The BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins examines President Trump's trip to the Gulf.
Trump says he will call Putin to discuss stopping Ukraine 'bloodbath' BBC News 18 May 2025 at 03:09 The US president said the pair would speak on Monday, and he would later talk to Ukraine's President Zelensky.
Pope Leo XIV calls for unity at inaugural mass and meets Zelensky BBC News 19 May 2025 at 04:44 The new pontiff railed against harm done to the poor and the environment in his first mass at the Vatican.
Kenya's ex-justice minister 'deported' from Tanzania BBC News 19 May 2025 at 00:05 Karua was allowed into Tanzania last month but has been stopped this time ahead of Tundu Lissu's trial.
Eurovision 2025: Austria wins with last-minute vote, as the UK comes 19th BBC News 18 May 2025 at 08:01 Austrian counter-tenor JJ wins with Wasted Love, but the UK gets zero points from the public.
Israel says it will allow 'basic amount' of food into Gaza, ending 10-week blockade BBC News 19 May 2025 at 06:42 Israel gave the update shortly after announcing a new ground offensive in Gaza.
Ros Atkins on... Trump's deals in the Gulf BBC News 18 May 2025 at 17:04 The BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins examines President Trump's trip to the Gulf.
Watch: Saunas, espresso and zero points: A look back at Eurovision 2025 BBC News 18 May 2025 at 16:51 A nail-biting finish saw Austrian singer JJ win the contest in Switzerland at the very last minute.