BBC defends investigation of Kenya child-sex trafficking after 'hoax' claims BBC News 14 August 2025 at 21:16 The exposé was in the "public interest", the BBC says, following criticism from senior Kenyan politicians.
Rain warning delays landmark trial of Hong Kong's rebel mogul Jimmy Lai BBC News 14 August 2025 at 10:49 Lai is accused of colluding with foreign forces under a Beijing-imposed national security law.
Watch: Meteor shower seen in skies above UK BBC News 14 August 2025 at 09:55 The astronomical event was captured on camera at North York Moors National Park on 13 August.
Dozens of migrants killed after boats capsize off Italian coast BBC News 14 August 2025 at 18:31 More than 700 have died crossing the central Mediterranean in 2025, according to the UN reugee agency.
What do Putin and Trump each want from the Alaska summit? BBC News 14 August 2025 at 19:06 The Russian leader senses a chance for more international recognition, while his American counterpart hopes to play peacemaker.
EU sends wildfire help to Spain as death toll rises BBC News 15 August 2025 at 01:05 Spain has activated an EU disaster assistance mechanism for the first time in response to the fires.
FBI returns stolen conquistador document to Mexico BBC News 14 August 2025 at 17:53 The document, signed by Hernán Cortés in 1527, is thought to have been taken over three decades ago.
German states debate who invented Bratwurst sausages BBC News 14 August 2025 at 17:26 The German states of Bavaria and Thuringia are embroiled in a row over who can lay claim to inventing the Bratwurst.
US warns of additional tariffs on India if Trump-Putin peace talks fail BBC News 14 August 2025 at 14:27 US Treasury chief says Washington could increase secondary tariffs on India if talks don't go well in Alaska.
N Korea denies removing propaganda loudspeakers at border BBC News 14 August 2025 at 08:47 Kim Jong Un's sister added that the country had 'no will' to improve relations with South Korea.
Watch: Passengers escape car hit by drone in Russia BBC News 14 August 2025 at 17:39 CCTV captured the moment a car was hit by a Ukrainian drone in the Russian city of Belgorod, governor Vyacheslav Gladkov said in his official Telegram channel.
Putin must 'prove he is serious about peace,' says Starmer BBC News 14 August 2025 at 22:15 Sir Keir Starmer staged a show of unity with the Ukrainian president ahead of Friday's summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.
Israeli settlement plans will 'bury' idea of Palestinian state, minister says BBC News 14 August 2025 at 19:50 Far-right Israeli minister Bezalel Smotrich announced approval for 3,401 new homes in the controversial E1 area project in the occupied West Bank.
Australia and Vanuatu agree to $328m security and business deal BBC News 14 August 2025 at 09:13 Australia is trying to grow its influence in the Pacific region, to counter China's increased power.
Europe expresses hope after call with Trump on Putin summit BBC News 14 August 2025 at 13:00 Trump, who described the call as "a ten", was urged to keep Ukraine's interests at the forefront when he meets Putin on Friday.
German states debate who invented Bratwurst sausages BBC News 14 August 2025 at 17:26 The German states of Bavaria and Thuringia are embroiled in a row over who can lay claim to inventing the Bratwurst.
Melania Trump threatens to sue Hunter Biden for $1bn over Epstein claim BBC News 14 August 2025 at 10:30 The first lady's lawyer has demanded that Joe Biden's son retract claims he made about how she met her husband.
Gaza talks to focus on releasing hostages all in one go, Netanyahu hints BBC News 13 August 2025 at 20:42 Mediators say a deal can be pushed through in the weeks before Israel's planned expansion of the war.
New Israeli rules stopping critical aid getting into Gaza, charities say BBC News 14 August 2025 at 13:42 More than 100 aid organisations say they are increasingly being told they are "not authorised" to deliver supplies.
Melania Trump threatens to sue Hunter Biden for $1bn over Epstein claim BBC News 14 August 2025 at 10:30 The first lady's lawyer has demanded that Joe Biden's son retract claims he made about how she met her husband.
N Korea denies removing propaganda loudspeakers at border BBC News 14 August 2025 at 08:47 Kim Jong Un's sister added that the country had 'no will' to improve relations with South Korea.
Australia and Vanuatu agree to $328m security and business deal BBC News 14 August 2025 at 09:13 Australia is trying to grow its influence in the Pacific region, to counter China's increased power.
Peru president issues amnesty for hundreds accused of atrocities BBC News 14 August 2025 at 04:34 Dina Boluarte rejects criticism of law giving immunity to hundreds accused of committing atrocities during Maoist insurgency.
Evacuations in Alaska after glacial melt raises fears of record flooding BBC News 13 August 2025 at 20:32 Meltwater is escaping from a basin that is dammed by a glacier - prompting fears of a deluge in state capital Juneau.
Wildfire menaces major Greek city as heatwave grips Europe BBC News 14 August 2025 at 00:18 Heatwave blanketing southern Europe are sparking blazes from Portugal to the Balkans with a major fire in Greece.
Relationship and new album - what we learned from Taylor Swift on Travis Kelce's podcast BBC News 14 August 2025 at 10:24 The pop superstar gives a rare insight into their life together and reveals details of her new album.
Rain warning delays landmark trial of Hong Kong's rebel mogul Jimmy Lai BBC News 14 August 2025 at 10:49 Lai is accused of colluding with foreign forces under a Beijing-imposed national security law.
National Guard troops appear in Washington DC as mayor rejects Trump's 'authoritarian push' BBC News 13 August 2025 at 19:59 Armoured vehicles were spotted at urban centres and tourist sites around the US capital on Tuesday evening.
Chemistry on trial: How a professor tried to convince a court she didn’t kill her husband BBC News 14 August 2025 at 05:21 While the accused mounted a self-argued defence using science, the court found her guilty of murder.