'It's scary to think I could have died': How Americans are coming back from fentanyl addiction BBC News 18 October 2025 at 07:42 Fatal overdoses in the US are falling - and Kayla's state of North Carolina is at the forefront of that trend.
There's nothing like feeling the Royal Albert Hall shake when sumo wrestlers collide BBC News 18 October 2025 at 07:10 The ancient sport has found a generation of new fans - thanks to the internet age.
Netanyahu 'determined' to pressure Hamas to find remaining dead hostages BBC News 17 October 2025 at 17:13 The Israeli prime minister's comments come after Hamas said it could not access the bodies of 19 hostages in Gaza.
Buying more, wearing less - why India's Diwali gold rush is different BBC News 18 October 2025 at 07:44 Soaring gold prices have dented jewellery demand but Indians are not ready to give up on the metal yet.
'We have to prioritise South Africans': Anti-migrant movement blocks foreigners from healthcare BBC News 18 October 2025 at 07:45 Activists are stopping foreigners going to some health clinics with little push-back from the state.
Zelensky guarded on Tomahawk missile talks with Trump after White House meeting BBC News 18 October 2025 at 06:57 Following the meeting, Trump calls for Kyiv and Moscow to "stop where they are" and end the war.
'Have a great life!' Trump orders prison release of disgraced ex-lawmaker Santos BBC News 18 October 2025 at 07:04 George Santos is serving seven years for stealing identities, including members of his own family.
Bolton pleads not guilty to charges of sharing classified information BBC News 18 October 2025 at 00:27 Donald Trump's former national security adviser is accused of using personal messaging apps and email to share sensitive information.
Exciting results from blood test for 50 cancers BBC News 18 October 2025 at 06:02 The Galleri test looks for fragments of DNA that have broken off a tumour and are circulating in the blood.
Red Cross retrieves another body of dead hostage in Gaza, Israel says BBC News 18 October 2025 at 05:51 If forensic testing confirms the identity of the remains, it will be the tenth body Hamas has returned - out of 28.
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.
Polish judge refuses to extradite Ukrainian Nord Stream blasts suspect BBC News 18 October 2025 at 04:06 The judge ordered his release, after a ruling that was met with a ripple of surprise in court and a smile from the Ukrainian in the dock.
Airline apologises for asking dead flight attendant for paperwork BBC News 17 October 2025 at 18:46 The woman's death has triggered widespread anger in Taiwan following speculation that she was overworked.
Can Putin's 'Flying Kremlin' travel through EU airspace to Budapest? BBC News 18 October 2025 at 00:35 If Putin does go to Budapest to meet Trump in the next two weeks, he would need to clear a few hurdles first.
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.
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.
Emotional send-off for Kenya's revered ex-PM Raila Odinga at state funeral BBC News 18 October 2025 at 01:21 Two people are killed as crowds surge forward to see the coffin of the former prime minister.
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.
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.