'Abolish ICE': Could US migrant detention force be broken up?

Protesters are questioning the agency's role in enforcing President Trump's zero-tolerance policy.

Profile: Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega, from revolutionary leader to opposition hate figure

A profile of Daniel Ortega, the veteran Sandinista revolutionary who returned to power - repeatedly.

Brexit: What do the EU's 'no deal' preparations say?

The EU has issued a 16-page document outlining the preparations for deal or no deal.

Trevor Noah defends 'Africa won the World Cup' joke

A French diplomat accuses Daily Show comedian Trevor Noah of denying the players' "Frenchness".

Hungary pursued by EU over 'Stop Soros' migrant law

The European Commission says the country's new "Stop Soros" legislation is in breach of EU laws.

Slowing Gulf Stream current to boost warming for 20 years

The Atlantic system that warms the UK is slowing down but this may cause even more heating.

Burberry burns bags, clothes and perfume worth millions

The fashion firm destroyed £28m of unwanted stock last year to protect its brand.

Would you choose to sleep with the fishes?

Councillors are considering a proposal for an underwater graveyard off Australia's Gold Coast.

Catalan case: Spain drops warrant against Puigdemont

European arrest warrants for the Catalan separatist leader and five others are withdrawn.

Olympic figure skater dies of stab wound

Kazakhstan's Olympic medal-winning figure skater Denis Ten has died at the age of 25 after being stabbed on Thursday.

Indians, Hispanics and Nigerians defend Kylie Jenner over baby's pierced ears

Reality TV star's decision to piece her baby's ears has thousands talking about consent and culture.

Trump: I hold Putin responsible over election meddling

Donald Trump says he considers President Putin responsible for any Russian interference in US elections.

Oregon wildfire causes death and evacuations

The fast moving fire has been burning since Tuesday and has spread over 45,000-acres.

Macron aide Benalla in French probe for beating protester

A member of the French president's staff was filmed beating a man during a protest in Paris.

Ryan Gosling's Neil Armstrong movie to open Venice Film Festival

First Man, directed by Damien Chazelle, also stars The Crown's Claire Foy.

Van Gogh Starry Night house mural in Florida can stay

A fine imposed on a couple who painted their home as a landmark for their autistic son is waived.

Salisbury poisoning: Police 'identify Novichok suspects'

Several Russians have been identified as suspects in the nerve agent attack, reports say.

India Netflix actor Rajshri Deshpande 'disgusted by porn star label'

Rajshri Deshpande criticises people for sharing a sex scene from the Sacred Games as a porn clip.

Sharks attack two children in New York, officials say

A girl and a boy receive puncture wounds in the first recorded incidents off Long Island in 70 years.

Jewish nation state: Israel approves controversial bill

Prime Minister Netanyahu hails a "defining moment" as Israeli Arab MPs condemn the legislation.

Pakistan election: BBC interview with Dawn newspaper boss stirs controversy

Dawn media group boss alleges "deep state" interference in politics a week before national elections.

Antarctic seabed site gets protection after reporter's submarine trip

Video of a seabed filmed by a BBC journalist has helped the area get special protection.

Australia overtaking UK for overseas students

Australia is overtaking the UK as the world's second biggest destination for international students.

The women using traditional make-up as sunscreen

Girls and women in the refugee camps of southern Bangladesh use traditional makeup for sun protection.

New UK Brexit secretary set for Brussels talks

Dominic Raab will meet the bloc's chief negotiator, as the EU warns states to step up plans for no deal.

Court rules South Korea must pay for Sewol victims

The state is liable for the 2014 ferry disaster and must pay compensation, a court rules.

Australia PM says Pope must sack archbishop over cover-up

Archbishop of Adelaide Philip Wilson was convicted of covering up abuse by a paedophile priest.

Turkey ends state of emergency after two years

The measures, in place since a failed coup in 2016, saw tens of thousands arrested or fired from jobs.

Boater accidentally drains English canal

The lock gate paddles were left open by the "rushing" boater allowing the water to pour out.

Beating the stigma of STIs with home-testing kits

A Nigerian start-up is helping young people take charge of their sexual health.

Nicaragua: From revolution to crisis in pictures

Photos taken during the 1979 Nicaraguan revolution and during recent unrest highlight some similarities. BBC Mundo's Arturo Wallace in the capital Managua explains what we can learn from them.

How do US elections stack up to others around the world?

Around the world, most campaigns last a few weeks. In the US, it's a different story - here's why.

Women fight back against Peru's national sterilisation scheme

Thousands of indigenous Peruvian women say they were forcibly sterilised in a state family planning scheme.

Lagos Death Cafe founder: It's about life

Once a month Hope Ogbologugo hosts a Death Cafe in Lagos where people gather to eat cake, drink tea and discuss death.

Nelson Mandela's 100th birthday quiz

Test your knowledge about the inspirational leader on what would have been his 100th birthday.

Teacher thanks the kindness of strangers

Strangers gave money to a school-teacher after hearing about the difficulties her student's face.

The women choosing to love their natural grey hair

As celebrities rush to colour their hair silver, some women with natural greys are ditching dyes.

Life before Google: What was it like?

This is how people did their jobs before having all the answers at the tips of their fingers.

Unlikely partners? China and Israel deepen trade ties

Israel may be a big ally of the US, but it is moving ahead with ever more business deals with China.

The Open 2018: Rory McIlroy ready for American challenge at Carnoustie

The Open returns to Carnoustie with Rory McIlroy among the home players hoping to break an American stranglehold on the majors.

'Stupid statements' - Trump WW3 jibe stuns Montenegro

The US president's remarks on a new Nato member shock people in the Balkan republic.

The Sheffield estate where the garage has become an art gallery

A once-notorious housing estate in Sheffield is getting an art gallery - in its old garage block.

What to take to a festival: Friends, drink... and a giant bar chart

Can statistics help you enjoy a music festival? Newsbeat gets geeky and heads to 2000 Trees in Gloucestershire to find out.

Thai cave rescue: What we learned as boys tell of ordeal

The boys and their football coach describe their remarkable experience in public for the first time.