An eyebrow tip and McDonald's footage: Takeaways from Luigi Mangione's evidence hearing BBC News 13 December 2025 at 09:18 Prosecutors played dozens of body camera videos and interviewed witnesses from the day of his arrest.
Online gaming escaped Australia's social media ban - but critics say it's just as addictive BBC News 13 December 2025 at 04:45 Parents and experts say gaming poses many of the same risks for kids as social media, and want them included.
Facing one last fight, John Cena became a WWE legend for more than ability BBC News 13 December 2025 at 08:05 The man behind the "You Can't See Me" catchphrase is fighting one last time on Saturday night. But who is he, really?
As Trump targets Venezuela, its allies Russia and China show little signs of support BBC News 13 December 2025 at 08:35 Experts say that Russian and Chinese support for Venezuela has largely dried up, with no prospect of real military or financial aid.
Turkish car ferry damaged in strike at Ukrainian port BBC News 13 December 2025 at 05:06 Ukraine's president has blamed Russia for the attack as Turkey called for a suspension of strikes on shipping and ports.
New photos from Epstein estate show Trump, Andrew and Woody Allen BBC News 13 December 2025 at 08:28 The photos, which do not imply wrongdoing, are part of a trove of images the House Oversight Committee received from Epstein's estate.
Thailand and Cambodia agree to halt fighting, Trump says BBC News 13 December 2025 at 04:16 The leaders of the two countries have not commented on Trump's announcement which follows days of hostilities.
Clair Obscur sweeps The Game Awards with nine wins BBC News 12 December 2025 at 18:45 The French-made role-playing game is named game of the year on a night of prizes and announcements.
Eritrea quits regional bloc as tensions rise with Ethiopia BBC News 13 December 2025 at 02:18 Eritrea says it has been targetted by Igad and that the bloc is failing its founding principles.
Trump's Gaza peace plan struggles to progress as Israel and Hamas face tough choices BBC News 12 December 2025 at 13:43 Getting both sides to move onto the second stage is a huge challenge for Washington, as Gazans continue to suffer the longer it takes.
Thailand and Cambodia agree to halt fighting, Trump says BBC News 13 December 2025 at 04:16 The leaders of the two countries have not commented on Trump's announcement which follows days of hostilities.
Farmers call for French blockades over cow disease cull BBC News 13 December 2025 at 03:20 Farmers have staged protests in several parts of France in recent days after vets culled a herd suffering from the disease.
Taylor Swift shown breaking down in tears after she met UK attack families BBC News 12 December 2025 at 16:00 Backstage footage shows the singer in tears after meeting survivors of the attack during her world tour.
Eritrea quits regional bloc as tensions rise with Ethiopia BBC News 13 December 2025 at 02:18 Eritrea says it has been targetted by Igad and that the bloc is failing its founding principles.
Ghanaian influencer charged over $8m scam targeting elderly Americans BBC News 12 December 2025 at 19:47 He is accused of using romance scams to defraud $8m, with the profits flaunted on Instagram.
Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi arrested in Iran, supporters say BBC News 13 December 2025 at 01:13 The women's rights activist, who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2023, was arrested by Iranian security services at a memorial, her supporters say.
Inside the Colombian cathedral built 180m underground BBC News 12 December 2025 at 20:44 The idea came from the miners building makeshift altars in the mine in the 1930s, to pray for their safety before starting their shifts.
Ghanaian influencer charged over $8m scam targeting elderly Americans BBC News 12 December 2025 at 19:47 He is accused of using romance scams to defraud $8m, with the profits flaunted on Instagram.
US sanctions six more ships after seizing oil tanker off Venezuela BBC News 12 December 2025 at 07:40 The White House plans to move the tanker to a US port and seize the oil on board, a move Caracas has labelled as an act of "international piracy".
RSF commander linked by BBC Verify to Sudan massacre sanctioned in UK BBC News 12 December 2025 at 22:32 The UK accuses Al-Fateh Abdullah Idris, also known as Abu Lulu, of committing acts of violence against civilians.
EU backs indefinite freeze on Russia's frozen cash ahead of loan plan for Ukraine BBC News 13 December 2025 at 02:46 After almost four years of Russia's full-scale war, Kyiv is running out of cash, and needs an estimated €135.7bn over the next two years.
Inside the Colombian cathedral built 180m underground BBC News 12 December 2025 at 20:44 The idea came from the miners building makeshift altars in the mine in the 1930s, to pray for their safety before starting their shifts.
Swiss Eurovision winner Nemo to return trophy in protest of Israel BBC News 12 December 2025 at 14:56 The Swiss singer sees a "clear conflict" between Israel's participation in the event and Eurovision's values.
Disguises, freezing waves, and a special forces veteran: Inside mission to sneak Nobel winner out of Venezuela BBC News 12 December 2025 at 22:27 The man who led the operation says María Corina Machado crossed “very rough seas” in “pitch-black darkness”.
Germany accuses Russia of air traffic control cyber-attack BBC News 12 December 2025 at 22:53 The Russian ambassador is summoned over a cyber-attack on air traffic control and attempted electoral interference.
Reddit launches High Court challenge to Australia's social media ban for kids BBC News 12 December 2025 at 08:02 It said the landmark policy has serious implications for Australians' privacy and political rights.
Taylor Swift shown breaking down in tears after she met UK attack families BBC News 12 December 2025 at 16:00 Backstage footage shows the singer in tears after meeting survivors of the attack during her world tour.
Russia could attack Nato within five years, says alliance chief in stark new warning BBC News 12 December 2025 at 03:16 Mark Rutte warns allies to start ramping up preparations "for the scale of war our grandparents or great-grandparents endured".
Geminid meteor shower set to light up sky during weekend peak BBC News 12 December 2025 at 15:37 The meteor shower peaks this weekend with dark skies giving the UK a good chance of seeing them, weather-permitting