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Blinken steps up call for Israel to spare civilians in strongest remarks yet (Fri, 01 Dec 2023)
The top diplomat delivers the strongest US remarks yet in Israel on protecting Palestinian civilians.
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Released Palestinians allege abuse in Israeli jails (Fri, 01 Dec 2023)
Palestinians tell the BBC they were beaten and had dogs set on them while in Israeli detention.
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Elliott Erwitt: Legendary photographer dies aged 95 (Fri, 01 Dec 2023)
Magnum says he will be remembered for seeking out life's "most absurd and charming moments".
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Watch: Musk attempts Cybertruck window stunt again (Fri, 01 Dec 2023)
The pickup truck - Tesla’s latest offering - had its windows smashed during a demonstration in 2019.
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TikTok: US judge blocks Montana's ban citing free speech (Fri, 01 Dec 2023)
Chinese-owned app welcomes the ruling against "unconstitutional law" due to come into effect in January.
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US Senator Rand Paul performs Heimlich on Senator Joni Ernst (Fri, 01 Dec 2023)
Rand Paul of Kentucky performs the Heimlich manoeuvre on fellow Republican Joni Ernst of Iowa.
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COP28: Poor countries win 30-year fight for climate cash (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
COP28 president Sultan al-Jaber pulled off an unexpected victory securing long-awaited climate disaster help.
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What US agents knew before a Canadian Sikh activist was killed (Fri, 01 Dec 2023)
A foiled murder plot in the US has links to a case which sparked Canada's diplomatic row with India.
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George Santos defies calls to resign ahead of third expulsion vote in US House (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
A damning ethics report on the Republican has all but assured he will be removed from the US House.
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Beyoncé tells fans (and Taylor Swift) to 'laugh and dance' at Renaissance premiere (Fri, 01 Dec 2023)
The London premiere of Beyoncé's tour film included an special guest and a demand for dancing.
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Can US pull off a $30bn plan to dump lead water pipes? (Fri, 01 Dec 2023)
It would cost about $30bn (£24bn) and take a decade, the Environmental Protection Agency says.
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Endgame: Royal race row naming not publicity stunt, says author Omid Scobie (Fri, 01 Dec 2023)
Omid Scobie denies in a BBC interview claims a version of his book deliberately identified two royals.
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Shannen Doherty reveals cancer has spread to her bones (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
The Charmed and Heathers actress says she is "not done with living" in spite of her diagnosis.
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Donald Trump gag order reinstated in New York civil fraud trial (Fri, 01 Dec 2023)
A judge vows to enforce the order "rigorously and vigorously" - but how he will do so is not clear.
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Ukraine: Russian general 'blown up on mine' (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
Several pro-Kremlin sources reported Maj-Gen Vladimir Zavadsky's death, but his location is unclear.
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Shane MacGowan: Pogues singer dies aged 65 (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
The Irish singer-songwriter, whose hits include Fairytale of New York, was unwell for some time.
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Swedish murder: Five teenagers found guilty over taxi driver's killing (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
The victim was lured to a nature reserve after one of the teenagers reported him for rape.
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Firefighters crawl to rescue deer stuck on frozen lake (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
A stag in Minnesota was stranded on thin ice until a rescue team stepped in - on all fours.
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Will Tesla's truck recover from its shattering start? (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
Tesla boss Elon Musk says the new cybertruck will "change the look of the roads".
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'I hate that I helped' George Santos, Congressional fabulist (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
The congressman's constituents, friends and staffers spoke to the BBC about their disillusionment.
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Shane MacGowan: NYPD bagpiper recalls rollicking shoot of classic Pogues video (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
When they starred in Fairytale of New York, the Irish-American officers had never heard of The Pogues.
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Head teacher says autistic student died despite family's plea for support (Fri, 01 Dec 2023)
Isaac Uzoegbu was hit by a car when he ran from home. His head teacher says it could have been prevented.
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Henry Kissinger: China mourns 'a most valued old friend' (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
The death of the contentious former US secretary of state draws nostalgia and compliments in China.
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'Sued for millions by my abuser, I set up a social network instead' (Fri, 01 Dec 2023)
The app that gives women a place to speak out about about sexual harassment and other #MeToo issues.
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George Santos' tumultuous term... 1 year in 1 minute (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
The embattled Republican may be expelled from Congress this week, but he won't go down without a fight.
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Climate change: Saving Uganda's mountain gorillas (Fri, 01 Dec 2023)
Rising temperatures are putting the health of endangered mountain gorillas at risk.
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A life too interesting: Shane MacGowan (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
The drink, dentistry and other stories that overshadowed the music of the late former Pogues singer.
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Premier League teams are playing footballers facing abuse claims (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
Alleged victims tell the BBC top clubs prioritise commercial interests over the safety of women.
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Filmmakers discover 128-year-old shipwreck (Fri, 01 Dec 2023)
The hulk of the 'Africa' is found on the bed of Lake Huron in Canada by filmmakers looking for mussels.
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Kayaker's 20m drop down ice waterfall in Svalbard, Norway (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
Aniol Serrasolses' descent down a glacial waterfall in Svalbard is the biggest ever recorded.
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American Symphony: Jon Batiste on filming private anguish behind his musical success (Fri, 01 Dec 2023)
American Symphony sees the musician win at the 2022 Grammys while his wife is treated for cancer.
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Quiz of the week: Which David Bowie songs went under the hammer? (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on over the past seven days?
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Africa's week in pictures: 24-30 November 2023 (Fri, 01 Dec 2023)
A selection of the best photos from across the African continent this week.
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'Rock star' pandas - not exactly a love story (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
They arrived like rock stars 12 years ago and their love life was the source of endless speculation.
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Nepal registers first same-sex marriage hailed as win for LGBT rights (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
Activists have hailed the legal recognition as a victory for LGBT rights.
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Why food discount stickers may be a thing of the past (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
Supermarkets and other retailers are increasing switching to AI-powered digital price displays.
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Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May film final Grand Tour (Wed, 29 Nov 2023)
The trio launched The Grand Tour on Amazon in 2016 after their departure from the BBC's Top Gear.
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Philippines: World's 'saddest' elephant dies in Manila zoo (Wed, 29 Nov 2023)
Bittersweet tributes pour in for Mali, who spent more than four decades all by herself.
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Liverpool 4-0 LASK: Reds win comfortably to top Europa League group (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
Liverpool reach the Europa League last 16 as group winners with a comfortable victory over LASK at Anfield.
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Von Miller: Arrest warrant issued for Buffalo Bills linebacker over domestic violence (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
An arrest warrant is issued for Buffalo Bills linebacker Von Miller in a domestic violence case involving a pregnant woman.
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Tiger Woods returns to competitive golf at Hero World Challenge (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
Tiger Woods shoots a three-over-par 75 as he makes his return to competitive golf in the Hero World Challenge.
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Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Robert Milkins 6-5 to reach UK Championship quarter-finals (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
Seven-time champion Ronnie O'Sullivan says he "can't be bothered any more" despite reaching the UK Championship quarter-finals.
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Shane Dowrich: West Indies wicketkeeper retires 10 days after shock recall for England series (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
West Indies wicketkeeper Shane Dowrich announces his retirement from international cricket 10 days after a shock recall.
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Paris 2024: Heavy rain could make Olympic and Paralympic events in River Seine 'difficult' (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
The Seine is due to host marathon swimming, triathlon and Paratriathlon events at the Paris 2024, but heavy rain could make that "difficult".
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Fabio Grosso: Struggling Lyon sack manager after seven games in charge (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
Ligue 1's bottom club Lyon sack Italian manager Fabio Grosso after just seven games in charge.
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Nearly 100,000 Gaza buildings may be damaged, satellite images show (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
Images commissioned by the BBC reveal damage across Gaza while video shows areas reduced to rubble.
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Mia Schem: Wounded festival-goer in Hamas hostage video freed (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
Mia Schem is among eight more people released from Gaza on Thursday, in a swap for Palestinian prisoners.
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Three Israelis killed by Palestinian gunmen at Jerusalem bus stop (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
Two Palestinian gunmen from Hamas fired at people waiting on a highway in the city's west, police say.
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Israel recalls ambassador in war spat with Spain PM Pedro Sánchez (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
Pedro Sánchez deepens a row, saying he has "serious doubts" Israel is complying with humanitarian law.
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Bedouin family desperate for news on teenagers held hostage in Gaza (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
Two Bedouin teenagers are among the last of the young hostages yet to be released by Hamas.
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What is COP28 in Dubai and why is it important? (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
The latest climate change summit follows a year of weather extremes and broken temperature records.
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Climate summit in an oil state: can COP28 change anything? (Wed, 29 Nov 2023)
The big issues facing global leaders gathering for the world's most important climate summit.
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UAE planned to use COP28 climate talks to make oil deals (Mon, 27 Nov 2023)
Leaked documents show how the COP28 host planned to use its role to strike fossil fuel business deals.
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What is climate change? A really simple guide (Mon, 27 Nov 2023)
World temperatures are rising due to human activity, posing serious threats to people and nature.
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Climate change: Four things you can do about your carbon footprint (Mon, 27 Nov 2023)
Small changes to our lifestyles and choices could limit our personal carbon footprint.
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Who are the released hostages? (Thu, 30 Nov 2023)
One-hundred-and-five people captured during the 7 October attacks have been released by Hamas.
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