Polls open in NYC mayoral race - here are five things to watch in US elections BBC News 4 November 2025 at 19:12 Though President Donald Trump is not on the ballot, his agenda looms large over the races in New York City, New Jersey, and Virginia.
Canada's Mark Carney promises 'bold' first federal budget BBC News 4 November 2025 at 19:38 The prime minister has promised "generational investments" and warned of "sacrifices" as he seeks to transform an economy upended by US tariffs.
China sentences infamous Myanmar scam mafia members to death BBC News 4 November 2025 at 19:54 The Bai family is among notorious crime gangs ensnared in a crackdown on scam networks.
Dick Cheney: Former US vice-president who helped lead 'war on terror' BBC News 4 November 2025 at 20:04 The Washington insider whose vast experience of American politics was crucial to the presidency of George W Bush and widely seen as the architect of the "war on terror.
N Korea 'head of state' who served under three Kims dies BBC News 4 November 2025 at 10:48 Kim Yong Nam, who is unrelated to Pyongyang's ruling dynasty, was seen as the North's face on the global stage.
At least three dead as typhoon causes devastation in the Philippines BBC News 4 November 2025 at 18:22 Typhoon Kalmaegi has flooded large areas, including entire towns on the island of Cebu.
Shein bans all sex dolls after outrage over childlike products BBC News 4 November 2025 at 11:16 Every listing and image related to the sex dolls has been removed from Shein's platform, the firm says.
China academic intimidation claim referred to counter-terrorism police BBC News 4 November 2025 at 06:29 Sensitive research into alleged human rights abuses is alleged to have been shut down by Chinese agents.
Streamers will be made to produce Australian content BBC News 4 November 2025 at 18:44 Australian government is introducing laws requiring streamers to invest a minimum amount in local content.
Trump administration will tap emergency fund to pay partial food stamp benefits BBC News 4 November 2025 at 02:56 The shutdown has deprived more than 40 million Americans of food assistance, known as Snap, since Saturday.
Delhi's lonely African elephant was killed by rare rodent-borne virus BBC News 4 November 2025 at 16:49 Shankar, a 29-year-old male elephant, died in September after spending much of his life in isolation.
He made his money selling camels and gold. Now this warlord controls half of Sudan BBC News 4 November 2025 at 08:42 Mohamed Hamdan Dagolo will either lead a breakaway state or seek to take control of the whole country, Sudanese say.
Affluent Indians drive boom in weight-loss drugs. But concerns are rising too BBC News 4 November 2025 at 08:49 Demand for weight-loss drugs has soared in India, home to millions with obesity and Type 2 diabetes.
Antarctic glacier's rapid retreat sparks scientific 'whodunnit' BBC News 4 November 2025 at 00:00 A new study suggests that changes to Hektoria Glacier are unprecedented - but not all scientists agree.
Shein bans all sex dolls after outrage over childlike products BBC News 4 November 2025 at 11:16 Every listing and image related to the sex dolls has been removed from Shein's platform, the firm says.
Peru cuts diplomatic ties with Mexico over ex-PM's asylum claim BBC News 4 November 2025 at 14:56 Lima denounced the decision to grant Betssy Chávez, an alleged co-author of an attempted coup, as an "unfriendly act".
Agony for families as landslide death toll climbs in Uganda and Kenya BBC News 4 November 2025 at 02:57 More than 40 people are known to have died since last week, according to officials.
Israeli military's ex-top lawyer arrested over leak of video allegedly showing Palestinian detainee abuse BBC News 3 November 2025 at 23:09 Maj Gen Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi resigned on Friday, admitting leaking a video allegedly showing abuse of a Palestinian detainee.
Shipping containers swept away in deadly Philippines floods BBC News 4 November 2025 at 13:42 At least three people have died, officials say. Residents sought shelter from high water on rooftops.
Worker dies after partial collapse of medieval tower in Rome BBC News 4 November 2025 at 14:34 The man was trapped for several hours after part of the Torre dei Conti, on the edge of the Roman Forum, gave way.
Polls open in NYC mayoral race - here are five things to watch in US elections BBC News 4 November 2025 at 19:12 Though President Donald Trump is not on the ballot, his agenda looms large over the races in New York City, New Jersey, and Virginia.
Mamdani, Cuomo or Sliwa? New Yorkers on their choice for mayor BBC News 4 November 2025 at 08:26 The BBC asked voters in Manhattan who they think could deliver on their top priorities as the city heads to the polls on Tuesday.
China academic intimidation claim referred to counter-terrorism police BBC News 4 November 2025 at 05:52 Sensitive research into alleged human rights abuses is alleged to have been shut down by Chinese agents.
Antarctic glacier's rapid retreat sparks scientific 'whodunnit' BBC News 4 November 2025 at 00:00 A new study suggests that changes to Hektoria Glacier are unprecedented - but not all scientists agree.
Guinea's coup leader enters presidential race BBC News 4 November 2025 at 17:15 Gen Mamadi Doumbouya has broken his promise to hand power to a civilian government.
Trump backs Cuomo for New York City mayor and threatens to cut funding if Mamdani wins BBC News 4 November 2025 at 17:30 Opinion polls suggest left-wing candidate Zohran Mamdani is ahead of former state governor Andrew Cuomo for Tuesday’s race.
Trump administration will tap emergency fund to pay partial food stamp benefits BBC News 4 November 2025 at 02:56 The shutdown has deprived more than 40 million Americans of food assistance, known as Snap, since Saturday.
Oscar-nominated actress Diane Ladd dies at 89 BBC News 4 November 2025 at 06:11 "We were blessed to have her," said her daughter, actress Laura Dern. The two acted together in many films and the HBO show Enlightened.
Jamaica's hurricane aftermath 'overwhelming', Sean Paul says BBC News 4 November 2025 at 01:18 The Grammy-winning reggae singer says the storm was "very frightening, especially for my young kids".