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Zelensky signals progress in talks with US on peace plan
The Ukrainian leader says he is "determined" to continue working with the US, as Russian strikes continue.
Deadly attack on kindergarten reported in Sudan
Drone strikes on a town in South Kordofan on Thursday are said to have killed at least 50 people.
'We've lost everything': Australia wildfire rips through homes
Multiple homes were left damaged after a wildfire swept through a coastal area north of Sydney.
Iran arrests marathon organisers over women not wearing hijab
Images appeared online of unveiled women competing in the race on Friday.
Americans to get free entry to parks on Trump's birthday
At the same time, the Trump administration is withdrawing free entry on Martin Luther King Jr Day and Juneteenth.
At least 11 killed in South Africa mass shooting
Gunmen stormed a hostel near Pretoria and opened fire, killing 11 people including a three-year-old.
Bethlehem Christmas tree lights up for first time since start of Gaza war
For the past two years all public Christmas celebrations have been cancelled in Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank.
Olympic flame arrives in Rome ahead of Winter Olympics
The Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 is set to take place in February.
National Guardsman 'slowly healing' after being shot in Washington DC
Andrew Wolfe, 24, is expected to remain in acute care with a head wound for a few more weeks, his family says.
Deadly border fighting breaks out between Pakistan and Afghanistan
Both sides accuse the other of starting the overnight fighting and breaching a fragile ceasefire agreed in October.
Legendary architect Frank Gehry dies aged 96
Frank Gehry was acclaimed for his love of jagged angles and use of industrial materials.
North American leaders take stage together for the first time
The World Cup draw marked the first time that Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has met Trump, and the trio briefly discussed trade.
US Supreme Court agrees to hear case challenging birthright citizenship
Donald Trump's controversial executive order to end birthright citizenship had been rejected by lower courts.
Five takeaways from the blockbuster Netflix-Warner Brothers deal
It might seem like a simple merger deal, but it's got all the ingredients of a Hollywood drama.
Meghan reaches out to estranged father after amputation reports, spokesman says
Thomas Markle is reported to be seriously ill in hospital in the Philippines.
US panel votes to end recommending hepatitis B vaccine for all newborns
Trump, who called the decision "very good", has directed the health department to look into making more changes to childhood vaccinations.
Can you ban kids from social media? Australia is about to, but some teens are a step ahead
The law comes into effect this week but critics worry it can't be enforced - and shouldn't be either.
From leaning glass tower to golden fish sculpture - Frank Gehry's most iconic work
As one of architecture's most provocative and creative forces, Frank Gehry was behind intriguing buildings the world over.
Single women risk rape and exploitation in search for better life in Europe
Esther says she faced sexual violence on her journey to Europe after fleeing abuse in Nigeria.
Shoppers loved the 'fabric queen'. Then, order by order, her story fell apart
Designer Nerida Hansen admits failing customers who ordered textiles worth thousands of dollars from her businesses.
Lured by lucrative job offers and sent to fight for Russia - Kenyans want their sons back
Kenyan families whose sons have been duped into fighting for Russia demand they be brought home.
What should you do if you dislike your friend's partner?
Former friends Chrishell Stause and Emma Hernan have argued on and off-camera in the Netflix reality show.
Which European countries have mandatory or voluntary military service
The issue of forcing citizens to serve in the military is back as the war between Russia and Ukraine grinds on.
'We've lost everything': Australia wildfire rips through homes
Multiple homes were left damaged after a wildfire swept through a coastal area north of Sydney.
'I don't want to be part of this war machine': Young Germans protest against military service plans
Germany is introducing voluntary military service to boost national defences after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Watch: Flames and thick smoke engulf plane in Brazil after fire breaks out
Equipment on the tarmac at Brazil’s São Paulo airport caught fire, with the blaze rapidly surrounding a plane and forcing the evacuation of 169 passengers.
Moment officers wrangle 600lb alligator from Florida road
At least seven deputies and a skilled trapper were needed to remove the 14ft (4.2m) reptile, which was later released at an alligator farm.
Teen influencers on Australia's world-first social media ban
Australia is banning social media for everyone under 16 from December 10. The BBC spoke to two teenage content creators about how this might change their lives.
Watch: Newly released video shows Jeffrey Epstein's private island home
Democrats released a new tranche of materials obtained through a subpoena to the US Virgin Islands, where the residence is located.
Watch: What Tennessee's special election means for the Republican party
Republican Matt Van Epps won, but his margin of victory was less than half of what it was just over a year ago for President Trump in the same district.
Steve Rosenberg: Putin showing no signs of compromise
The BBC's Russia Editor shares his analysis after five hours of peace talks between the Russians and the US.