How would US Tomahawk missiles change the Ukraine-Russia war? BBC News 17 October 2025 at 21:24 The BBC's Jonathan Beale explains what impact the weapons might have if the US decides to send them to Ukraine.
Bolton pleads not guilty to charges of sharing classified information BBC News 17 October 2025 at 23:34 Donald Trump's former national security adviser is accused of using personal messaging apps and email to share sensitive information.
Baek Se-hee, author of I Want To Die But I Want To Eat Tteokbokki, dies at 35 BBC News 17 October 2025 at 17:05 South Korean writer Baek Se-hee was known for her 2018 bestselling memoir about her struggle with depression.
Madagascar's military leader thanks Gen Z protesters as he is sworn in BBC News 17 October 2025 at 19:09 Colonel Michael Randrianirina takes his oath of office in front of crowds days after seizing power.
Death penalty sought for Bangladesh's ex-leader Sheikh Hasina BBC News 17 October 2025 at 11:00 Hasina is being tried in absentia over her deadly crackdown on student-led protests last year.
Five takeaways from NYC mayoral debate as Mamdani and Cuomo clash BBC News 17 October 2025 at 21:17 The three leading candidates for New York City mayor have been making their case to lead America's biggest city.
US governor wins $1.4m playing blackjack in Las Vegas BBC News 17 October 2025 at 19:10 Billionaire JB Pritzker won the sum while on holiday with friends and family.
Putin-Trump call a curveball for Zelensky ahead of White House meeting BBC News 17 October 2025 at 10:08 The phone conversation, held while Zelensky was flying to Washington, stole a march on his big moment.
Airline apologises for asking dead flight attendant for paperwork BBC News 17 October 2025 at 17:08 The woman's death has triggered widespread anger in Taiwan following speculation that she was overworked.
Venezuelan fishermen in fear after US strikes on boats in the Caribbean BBC News 17 October 2025 at 08:20 At least 27 people have been killed in US strikes on alleged "narco-boats" in the Caribbean.
Thousands attend state funeral of former Kenyan Prime Minister Odinga BBC News 17 October 2025 at 17:35 Mourners carrying national flags and portraits of the late leader pay their final respects at a city stadium.
Author of I Want To Die But I Want To Eat Tteokbokki dies at 35 BBC News 17 October 2025 at 14:20 South Korean writer Baek Se-hee was known for her 2018 bestselling memoir about her struggle with depression.
China has found Trump's pain point - rare earths BBC News 17 October 2025 at 09:31 China holds a near-monopoly in the processing of the elements crucial for making everything from smartphones to fighter jets.
Family of British girl missing for 55 years gives ultimatum to person of interest BBC News 17 October 2025 at 14:41 Authorities believe three-year-old was abducted from Fairy Meadow beach in Wollongong in January 1970.
Police call off search for four-year-old missing in Australian outback BBC News 17 October 2025 at 13:08 Though the search for Gus Lamont has ended, police say they will continue investigating his disappearance.
Five takeaways from NYC mayoral debate as Mamdani and Cuomo clash BBC News 17 October 2025 at 10:43 The three leading candidates for New York City mayor have been making their case to lead America's biggest city.
Former Trump adviser John Bolton criminally indicted BBC News 17 October 2025 at 07:48 Bolton is the third of the US president's political opponents to face charges in recent weeks.
Reese Witherspoon on writing a thriller: 'What do girls in bikinis have to do with solving crime?' BBC News 17 October 2025 at 07:44 The actress talks about co-writing her debut thriller, about a female surgeon, with Harlan Coben.
French PM survives major test but breathing space will not last long BBC News 16 October 2025 at 21:46 Sébastien Lecornu survives two confidence votes in parliament and can now focus on passing the 2026 budget.
EU sets 2027 target for anti-drone system to defend against Russia BBC News 17 October 2025 at 00:19 It is part of a new drive for the 27-member European Union to be ready for conflict by 2030.
The 'shadow army' helping Uganda's long-serving president keep an iron grip on power BBC News 17 October 2025 at 07:37 Analysts say the unit has become so influential that it rivals the power of the regular army.
'I have a sweating problem': What Alan Carr's Traitors admission tells us about how social taboos changed BBC News 17 October 2025 at 08:47 Let's talk about sweat... From contestants on The Celebrity Traitors and scores of celebrities openly discussing it, to the trend of professionals using saunas for business meetings
Zelensky to make case for missiles at White House, after Trump and Putin agree meeting BBC News 17 October 2025 at 15:40 Ukraine's leader will meet Trump in Washington a day after the US president agreed to face-to-face talks with his Russian counterpart.
Aid group suspends Gaza operations after ceasefire BBC News 17 October 2025 at 03:58 The US and Israeli-backed GHF group was heavily criticised before it announced a “pause” on its operations.
Venezuelan fishermen in fear after US strikes on boats in the Caribbean BBC News 17 October 2025 at 04:21 At least 27 people have been killed in US strikes on alleged "narco-boats" in the Caribbean.
Titan submersible imploded due to poor engineering, say US officials BBC News 16 October 2025 at 17:43 The submersible disappeared from sensors on its journey to the wreck of the Titanic, killing all five people on board.
Bears kill seven people in Japan this year as attacks hit record high BBC News 16 October 2025 at 23:55 Seven people have died since April this year - the highest number since figures started being recorded in 2006, officials say.
Netanyahu 'determined' to pressure Hamas to find remaining dead hostages BBC News 17 October 2025 at 00:25 The Israeli prime minister's comments come after Hamas said it could not access the bodies of 19 hostages in Gaza.
At least three dead after Kenya police open fire to disperse mourners of ex-PM Raila Odinga BBC News 17 October 2025 at 03:13 The crowds were so big that the public viewing was moved from the parliament building to a stadium.