US TV hosts back Kimmel as Trump threatens TV networks BBC News 19 September 2025 at 21:06 America's leading late-night TV hosts lament Jimmy Kimmel's suspension as a "blatant assault on freedom of speech".
South African hospital worker arrested with human placentas BBC News 19 September 2025 at 19:55 The maternity cleaner was allegedly seeking potential buyers for the body tissue when she was picked up.
Doctor penalised for calling mushroom murderer 'disturbed sociopath' BBC News 19 September 2025 at 10:56 Chris Webster said he realised Patterson was a killer within minutes of speaking to her.
Taliban official dismisses Trump's hope to 'take back' Afghan airbase BBC News 19 September 2025 at 19:45 Bagram airbase was handed over to the Afghan military shortly before the Taliban returned to power.
First students evacuated from Gaza to study in UK BBC News 19 September 2025 at 20:01 The group includes at least four medical doctors who have places to study at UK universities.
'Cataclysmic' situation in Gaza City, UN official says, as Israeli tanks advance BBC News 18 September 2025 at 22:46 A constant of stream of Palestinians flee southwards as Israeli tanks reportedly push further into Gaza's biggest urban centre.
British couple freed by Taliban hug daughter in emotional reunion BBC News 19 September 2025 at 22:10 Barbie, 76, and Peter Reynolds, 80, arrive in Qatar after being detained in Afghanistan for months.
Minister rejects Trump's call for military to tackle illegal migration BBC News 19 September 2025 at 18:07 US President Donald Trump suggested the military could help tackle illegal migration to the UK.
Police find remains they think are US man accused of killing his daughters BBC News 19 September 2025 at 18:01 The human remains of a man wanted on suspicion of killing his three daughters have been found in Washington state.
MI6 launches dark web portal to attract spies in Russia BBC News 19 September 2025 at 18:35 Outgoing MI6 chief Sir Richard Moore said potential agents in Russia and around the world will be targeted by the UK spy agency.
Macrons to offer 'scientific evidence' to US court to prove Brigitte is a woman, lawyer says BBC News 18 September 2025 at 13:01 They have filed a lawsuit against US right-wing influencer Candace Owens who claims the French first lady was born male.
Taliban ban books written by women from Afghan universities BBC News 19 September 2025 at 14:18 The decree also outlaws the teaching of 18 subjects, including human rights and sexual harassment.
Workers across France strike over budget cut plans BBC News 18 September 2025 at 23:39 The widespread walkouts come less than a fortnight after the government collapsed over a proposed budget.
The lonely life and death of Delhi's only African elephant BBC News 19 September 2025 at 15:03 For 24 years, Shankar endured a lonely existence - including at least 13 spent in solitary confinement.
Taliban ban books written by women from Afghan universities BBC News 19 September 2025 at 14:18 The decree also outlaws the teaching of 18 subjects, including human rights and sexual harassment.
US blocks UN call for Gaza ceasefire for sixth time BBC News 19 September 2025 at 14:02 Washington's representative says the Security Council resolution does not go far enough in condemning Hamas.
Ros Atkins on… What Kimmel's suspension means for free speech in the US BBC News 19 September 2025 at 05:38 The BBC's analysis editor looks at a decision that leading Democrats have called "an abuse of power".
Trump says TV networks opposed to him should 'maybe' lose licence BBC News 19 September 2025 at 16:21 Concerns grow that the Trump administration is curtailing criticism after ABC host Jimmy Kimmel's show was cancelled.
At least 10 dead in Lagos high-rise office building fire BBC News 19 September 2025 at 03:50 Some commercial workers in Afriland Towers jumped out of the third and fourth floors when the fire started.
Sarah Smith: Trump visit showed UK's warm relations - and limited influence BBC News 19 September 2025 at 04:06 The good-natured state visit demonstrated strong relations, but no ally is likely to change the US president's mind.
Israeli air strikes hit southern Lebanon BBC News 19 September 2025 at 02:16 Israel said it was targeting Hezbollah positions, while Lebanon's PM called for pressure on Israel to stop attacks.
Trump suggests Starmer could use military to control UK borders BBC News 19 September 2025 at 02:16 The US president says illegal migration "destroys countries from within", as his two-day state visit to the UK comes to a close.
US deportees sue Ghana over 'illegal' detention BBC News 19 September 2025 at 02:18 Despite opposition to the deal, Ghana's president says 40 more deportees will arrive from the US.
Royals, Maga and tech CEOs: What we learned from state banquet guest list BBC News 18 September 2025 at 23:34 The event is as much about diplomacy as it is about fine dining.
Egypt says 3,000-year-old bracelet was stolen and melted down BBC News 18 September 2025 at 23:16 A specialist took the gold artefact from a Cairo museum and sold it through a jeweller, officials say.
Malawi's parties warned not to prematurely declare election victory BBC News 18 September 2025 at 23:09 The parties of both President Lazarus Chakwera and his main rival, Peter Mutharika, say they won Tuesday's poll.
'Cataclysmic' situation in Gaza City, UN official says, as Israeli tanks advance BBC News 18 September 2025 at 22:46 A constant of stream of Palestinians flee southwards as Israeli tanks reportedly push further into Gaza's biggest urban centre.
Israeli minister touts Gaza 'real estate bonanza', defying international backlash BBC News 18 September 2025 at 20:08 Bezalel Smotrich, an ultranationalist who has been sanctioned by the UK and others, said he was in discussion with the US over the idea.
Workers across France strike over budget cut plans BBC News 18 September 2025 at 18:54 The widespread walkouts come less than a fortnight after the government collapsed over a proposed budget.