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US to build two military bases in Greenland under new deal with Denmark
The defence deal signed at the UN General Assembly also re-affirms Denmark's sovereignty over its semi-autonomous Arctic territory.
Cyclist who dressed as man to avoid Taliban wins silver medal
Afghan cyclist Fariba Hashimi wins silver in the women's road race at the Asian Games, having fled oppression in her home country to pursue a sporting dream.
Top South African policeman charged with sexual offences
Shadrack Sibiya, who has made no comment, is alleged to have groomed a 16-year-old and raped an 18-year-old.
'I have never felt heat like that' - a survivor on watching 33 cellmates die in Nigeria
The BBC goes inside the prison where prisoners were trapped in stifling, cramped conditions.
Autopsy shows Hayden Panettiere died from a drug overdose
The death of the child star - who had fentanyl, Xanax, a muscle relaxant and antipsychotic medication in her system - was ruled an accident.
Call of Duty's Activision to make next Halo game as Xbox cuts more jobs
The news comes as part of a "reset" announced by Xbox in July, with 3,600 planned job losses overall.
Autopsy shows Hayden Panettiere died from a drug overdose
The child star who died last month at 36 had fentanyl, Xanax, a muscle relaxant and antipsychotic medication in her system.
Father admits causing death of his son in Cyprus hotel fall
The two-year-old boy fell from the window of a hotel in Cyprus in July, a Paphos court hears.
Veteran BBC Africa correspondent Mark Doyle dies
Doyle was best known for reporting on African conflicts in the 1990s and 2000s, notably in Rwanda and Sierra Leone.
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer asks judge to investigate juror and check his phone
The attorney wants the court to look at the juror's mobile phone use and answers on questionnaires.
Lithuania ready to 'fight back' but has evacuation plans in face of Russia threats, PM tells BBC
Sinkevičius told BBC Newsnight Lithuanians feel "constantly threatened" by Moscow, but the nation was prepared to "fight back" if attacked.
Iran must stop arming Houthis in Yemen, G7 says ahead of UN General Assembly
The G7 also condemns "in the strongest terms" Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, saying that the escalation in fighting in Yemen jeopardises global energy security.
Neutral venues and no 'away' fans - how Israel v Republic of Ireland became so contentious
BBC Sport explores the backdrop to the Republic of Ireland's matches against Israel, amid fraught tensions between the nations.
Sri Lanka court convicts 15 men over deadly Easter Sunday bombings
The 2019 attacks were the deadliest the country had seen since the end of its civil war.
Why is the Bab al-Mandab Strait so important?
The BBC's Frank Gardner explains why the narrow waterway is key to oil transportation and the world economy.
Developing El Niño becomes strongest on record weeks before expected peak
Scientists say the developing El Niño is now the strongest on record with weather impacts already being felt around the world.
What is the White House press pool and why is it in a row with Trump?
The White House press pool is at the centre of a major row between President Donald Trump and TV networks. What is it?
Arteta agrees new deal with Premier League champions Arsenal
Mikel Arteta agrees an improved new contract with Premier League champions Arsenal.
Doctor in court to face Rwanda genocide charges in UK
Dr Vincent Brown was charged following a seven year British investigation into the 1994 killings.
Doctor in court to face Rwanda genocide charges in UK
Dr Vincent Brown was charged following a seven year British investigation into the 1994 killings.
British man missing after diving into Lake Como to rescue teenager
The UK Foreign Office says it is supporting the man's family and working with local authorities.
To Kill A Mockingbird first edition found in London charity shop
An original US edition of To Kill a Mockingbird is found in an Oxfam store in west London.
British man missing after diving into Lake Como to rescue teenager
The UK Foreign Office says it is supporting the man's family and working with local authorities.
Can you take the 'London' out of London Fashion Week?
An initiative to show that LFW is "bigger than London" launched this year - but will it make a difference?
At least 11 injured in shooting at Turkish high school
Footage appears to show a male in the area carrying a firearm, while officials say the attacker has been captured.
Major US outlets suspend shared Trump coverage in protest at media ban
Regular coverage of the president has been disrupted after he banned CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House.
Major US outlets boycott shared Trump coverage in protest at media ban
Regular coverage of the president has been disrupted after he banned CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House.
Sri Lankan court to deliver verdict on deadly Easter bombings
Co-ordinated suicide attacks killed 270 people across several churches and hotels in Colombo in 2019.
Four dead after powerful Typhoon Dujuan lashes Japan
The storm pulled away from Japan after bringing heavy rains and strong winds to Tokyo and surrounding areas.
Texas ICE shooting leaves Venezuelan DoorDash driver with bullet in his back, says lawyer
The delivery driver was transferred from a hospital to a detention centre, his lawyer tells US media.