Can Ghana's new president meet the voters' high expectations? BBC News 7 January 2025 at 12:51 John Mahama was elected on his pledges to solve the economic crisis but won't find it easy, analysts say.
Russia claims capture of Ukrainian front-line town BBC News 7 January 2025 at 13:20 Ukraine has not acknowledged the fall of Kurakhove in the war-torn region of Donetsk.
Five dead as huge winter storm grips swathe of US BBC News 7 January 2025 at 11:21 Seven US states declared emergencies owing to the polar vortex of icy air that usually circles the North Pole.
China earthquake: Scores dead as tremor strikes Tibet BBC News 7 January 2025 at 13:04 Tremors were also felt in neighbouring Nepal and parts of India.
Biden meets exiled Venezuelan opposition candidate BBC News 7 January 2025 at 12:48 US President Joe Biden calls González "the true winner" of Venezuela's presidential election.
US sends 11 Guantanamo detainees to Oman BBC News 7 January 2025 at 09:58 The move has left 15 detainees in the prison - the smallest number at any point in its history.
US designates Tencent as Chinese military company BBC News 7 January 2025 at 15:32 The Chinese embassy in Washington called the decision "unreasonable suppression of Chinese companies".
US sends 11 Guantanamo detainees to Oman BBC News 7 January 2025 at 09:58 The move has left 15 detainees in the prison - the smallest number at any point in its history.
UFC boss to join board of Facebook owner Meta BBC News 7 January 2025 at 10:35 It comes days after former UK deputy PM Sir Nick Clegg left his top job at the social media giant.
Trudeau's nine years as Canada's prime minister... in 85 seconds BBC News 7 January 2025 at 06:52 The second-youngest PM stepped down amid growing pressure from within his party and beyond.
US says tech giant Tencent works with Chinese military BBC News 7 January 2025 at 10:17 The Chinese embassy in Washington called the decision "unreasonable suppression of Chinese companies".
UFC boss to join board of Facebook owner Meta BBC News 7 January 2025 at 10:35 It comes days after former UK deputy PM Sir Nick Clegg left his top job at the social media giant.
Apple says it will update AI feature after BBC complaint BBC News 7 January 2025 at 04:32 One of Apple's new artificial intelligence features is facing criticism for generating inaccurate news alerts.
In pictures: Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas BBC News 7 January 2025 at 10:03 More than 200 million Christians are associated with Orthodox Churches and most celebrate Christmas on 7 January.
Biden bans offshore drilling across vast area of US BBC News 6 January 2025 at 23:55 The ban covering most of America's coastline comes two weeks before Donald Trump's inauguration ceremony.
Cryptocurrencies and personal AI: Tech to watch out for in 2025 BBC News 7 January 2025 at 08:04 Will 2025 be a hinge year for cryptocurrency and will personalised AI appear on your phone?
Trudeau's nine years as Canada's prime minister... in 85 seconds BBC News 7 January 2025 at 06:52 The second-youngest PM stepped down amid growing pressure from within his party and beyond.
'Stop shooting! My daughter is dead': Woman killed as West Bank power struggle rages BBC News 7 January 2025 at 08:11 Shatha al-Sabbagh's family accuses the Palestinian Authority over her death in Jenin, but the PA blames "outlaws".
Hamas lists 34 hostages it may free under ceasefire BBC News 6 January 2025 at 22:01 The list is released as new Israeli air strikes kill dozens in Gaza over the weekend.
Canada's Justin Trudeau cites 'internal battles' as he ends nine-year run BBC News 7 January 2025 at 07:45 In power since 2015, Trudeau said he would resign after a new leader of his Liberal Party is chosen.
Trump Jr to visit Greenland after dad says US should own the territory BBC News 7 January 2025 at 08:26 The president-elect says Greenland "will benefit tremendously if, and when, it becomes part of our nation".
Judge denies Trump bid to delay sentencing in hush money case BBC News 7 January 2025 at 06:51 The incoming president's lawyers vowed to challenge the decision to proceed with sentencing this week.
Why the Trudeau era has come to an end now BBC News 7 January 2025 at 02:32 A self-described fighter, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau ignored calls for him to step down - until he couldn't.
Five dead as huge winter storm grips swathe of US BBC News 7 January 2025 at 06:24 Seven US states declared emergencies owing to the polar vortex of icy air that usually circles the North Pole.
Trump Jr to visit Greenland after dad says US should own the territory BBC News 7 January 2025 at 08:26 The president-elect says Greenland "will benefit tremendously if, and when, it becomes part of our nation".
Why the Trudeau era has come to an end now BBC News 7 January 2025 at 02:32 A self-described fighter, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau ignored calls for him to step down - until he couldn't.
Judge denies Trump bid to delay sentencing in hush money case BBC News 7 January 2025 at 06:51 The incoming president's lawyers vowed to challenge the decision to proceed with sentencing this week.
Austrian far-right party tasked with forming coalition BBC News 6 January 2025 at 22:49 The Eurosceptic, Russia-friendly Freedom Party came first in September's elections but was then sidelined.
Apple says it will update AI feature after BBC complaint BBC News 7 January 2025 at 04:32 One of Apple's new artificial intelligence feature is facing criticism for generating inaccurate news alerts.