Jock Zonfrillo: MasterChef Australia host dies suddenly, aged 46

The Scottish-born chef and presenter died suddenly, aged 46, on Sunday.

First Republic makes last ditch bid to find rescue deal

Regulators are racing to find a buyer for First Republic after the recent collapse of two US banks.

The people turning time into a currency

So-called "time-banking" schemes are letting people get paid in time credits for the work they do.

Pope Francis urges Hungarians to 'open doors' to migrants

The pontiff addressed up to 100,000 people, including Hungary's nationalist PM Viktor Orban.

Bulgari store in Paris robbed in broad daylight

Video shows suspects making a getaway on motorbikes from the city's flagship Bulgari store.

Ludhiana gas: Mystery leak kills 11 in Indian city

Women and children are among those killed after inhaling an unknown substance in an industrial city.

Sudan crisis: Air strikes and fighting in Khartoum as truce collapses

The army says it is attacking the capital from all directions to flush out its paramilitary rivals.

Biden jokes about his age at White House Correspondents' Dinner

The US president enjoyed some banter at the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner.

Eurovision 2023: Contest inspires Ukraine's LGBT troops

When Ukraine takes part in Eurovision on 13 May, its frontline LGBT troops will be taking inspiration.

Walrus Freya killed by Norway gets Oslo sculpture

The animal was a popular attraction, but euthanised in August out of public safety concerns.

Thailand: Southeast Asia's 'weed wonderland'

Business booms in a free-for-all industry less than a year after Thailand legalised cannabis.

North Korea warns of serious danger over US-South Korea deterrence deal

Kim Jong-un's sister says the pact to counter Pyongyang's nuclear threat will lead to a "more serious danger".

Why US presidents skip royal coronations

There will be one glaring absence among the dignitaries at King Charles' coronation: US President Joe Biden.

Parkinson's disease: The patients finding joy through dance in India

A teacher in Maharashtra state is encouraging Parkinson's patients to discover the delights of dancing.

Brazil's Lula recognises six new indigenous reserves

Mining is banned and logging restricted in a vast Amazon area and some other indigenous reserves.

Fed says it failed to take forceful action on SVB

The US central bank issues a review of its failures ahead of the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank.

Sudan crisis: The football coach forced to flee Khartoum

Florent Ibenge, in charge of the country's leading club, hopes to be reunited with his players soon.

Sudan fighting: No talks until bombing stops. Hemedti tells BBC

The RSF paramilitary leader says "We don't want to destroy Sudan" and denies blame for violence.

A taste of space with world's first disabled astronaut, John McFall

The European Space Agency's first para-astronaut experiences weightlessness on a "vomit comet".

E Jean Carroll and Trump lawyers spar in NY court over rape claim

"I'm telling you he raped me whether I screamed or not," Ms Carroll said in one tense court exchange.

Jerry Springer - godfather of reality TV

Jerry Springer's sensationalist, scandalous show may have paved he way for Real Housewives.

Killer of Dominican Republic minister jailed for 30 years

Miguel Cruz shot dead his friend, Environment Minister Orlando Jorge Mera, in his office last year.

Father challenges BP at meeting after son's death

Ali Hussein Julood's father told the BBC his son's life was sacrificed for record profits.

Sudan crisis: Heavy fighting as ceasefire set to end

The three-day truce ends shortly despite continuing diplomatic efforts to extend it.

Bhutan wants a border deal with China: Will India accept?

Amid tensions between its giant neighbours, Bhutan finds itself increasingly vulnerable.

Eurovision 2023: King Charles and Camilla unveil song contest stage in Liverpool

The royal couple have been visiting Liverpool as the city prepares to host Eurovision in May.

Jacinda Ardern to join Harvard University as dual fellow

The school praises the ex-prime minister of New Zealand for her "strong and empathetic" leadership.

Jasmine Hartin: Socialite pleads guilty over death of police officer

The former "daughter-in-law" of billionaire Lord Michel Ashcroft pleaded guilty to manslaughter.

Nazi camp guard Josef Schütz dies at 102

Josef Schütz was convicted last June for his role in the killing of thousands at a concentration camp.

Israeli Arabs torn over judicial reforms protest movement

While Israelis take to the streets in record numbers, Arab citizens see their issues as ignored.

89 rounds fired in Alabama shooting, investigator says

They were fired from seven guns at a shooting that killed four at a birthday party, investigator says.

Ukraine rapidly expanding its 'Army of Drones' for front line

The country increases its drone production after millions of pounds are raised through donations.

British American Tobacco to pay $635m for North Korea sanctions breaches

British American Tobacco says it regrets the misconduct that took place between 2007 and 2017.

Julie Chavez Rodriguez: Five facts about Biden's 2024 campaign manager

Julie Chavez Rodriguez is a long-time activist and the granddaughter of a famed labour leader.

Trump faces civil trial for E Jean Carroll rape allegation

Jury selection begins in a case where the ex-president is accused of attacking a woman in the 1990s.

Sudan fighting: On a bus to Egypt with Mario the pug

Noon Abdelbassit Ibrahim and her relatives are among the thousands of Sudanese to leave the country.

Sebastien Bellin: Brussels bomb survivor on Ironman feat and forgiveness

Losing blood, running low on time, Sebastien Bellin knew his choices over the next hour would decide if he lived or died. Then he remembered the words of his old coach.

New Sudan ceasefire announced but doubts remain

The US announces a new 72-hour ceasefire - but similar moves have previously come to nothing.

Sudan crisis: UK citizens 'abandoned' as evacuations fail to materialise

UK citizens in Sudan say they have been left behind, as other nations ramp up evacuations.

Bed Bath & Beyond files for bankruptcy in the US

The embattled retail giant is seeking buyers for its assets, and will close all its stores by 30 June.

NBCUniversal boss Jeff Shell out after 'inappropriate relationship'

Jeff Shell has left the US media giant over an "inappropriate relationship" he had with a colleague.

Migrants march through Mexico in demand for justice

Thousands of people are walking to Mexico City to protest at the poor treatment of migrants.

Disneyland fire-breathing dragon engulfed by flames

A giant dragon in California's Disneyland Park is engulfed by fire during a show as visitors look on.

Wagner in Sudan: What have Russian mercenaries been up to?

The Wagner group denies involvement in the current conflict, but there's evidence it has previously been active in Sudan.

West Bank: Brother of Palestinian killed in Hawara seeks answers

The family of a man killed amid a rampage by Israeli settlers fear no-one will be held to account.

Maleficent: Dragon catches fire during Disneyland show in LA

Maleficent the fire-breathing dragon dramatically went up in flames during Saturday's live show.

Amritpal Singh: Sikh separatist arrested after weeks on the run

Indian police have arrested self-styled Sikh preacher Amritpal Singh, who was accused of attempted murder.

Pakistan: Lorries crushed and buried in deadly landslide

At least two people died as dozens of vehicles were engulfed while en route to Afghanistan.

Sudan fighting: Limited evacuation of foreigners begins

Canada tells its citizens to "shelter in a safe place” as some foreign officials are evacuated by sea.

Sudan fighting: Khartoum violence mapped as civilians flee city

The BBC has verified videos of fighting and spoken to fleeing residents to map the violence in Sudan's capital.

Michael Schumacher: Magazine editor sacked over AI-generated 'interview' with seven-time F1 champion

The editor of a German magazine that published an artificial intelligence-generated 'interview' with Michael Schumacher has been sacked.

Kenya cult deaths: 21 bodies found in investigation into 'starvation cult'

A preacher in custody allegedly told followers to starve themselves in order to "meet Jesus".

Montevideo Maru: Australia finds wreck of Japanese WW2 disaster ship

The Japanese ship was torpedoed off the Philippines in 1942, killing nearly 1,000 Australian prisoners.

Eid al-Fitr: UAE astronaut sends Eid greeting from space

Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi sends a special message from the International Space Station.

Argentina dengue: Record fever outbreak kills over 40

Argentina steps up anti-mosquito measures, including use of radiation to reduce the disease carriers.

Haruki Murakami: Readers drawn to enigmatic appeal of Japanese author

Mr Murakami is one of Japan's most loved literary exports, but his work is not without criticism.

Mifepristone: US Supreme Court preserves abortion drug access

In a split decision, it also rejects restrictions on mifepristone, maintaining the status quo.

Alejandro Toledo: Peru ex-president to be extradited from US

Alejandro Toledo's lawyers unsuccessfully attempted to stop his extradition earlier in the week.

Russian army launches campaign encouraging men to join

The campaign comes as Russian armed forces apparently suffer heavy losses in Ukraine.

Africa's week in pictures: 14-20 April 2023

A selection of the best photos from across Africa and beyond this week.

Ukraine war: Russian warplane 'accidentally fires on own city'

A huge blast which shook residents of Belgorod is being blamed by on an accidental air strike.

Indian history debate after Mughals chapter dropped

A chapter on the workings of Mughal courts has been deleted from high school textbooks

China: Dalai Lama furore reignites Tibet 'slave' controversy

Amid criticism over the Buddhist leader's kissing video, posts on Tibet's disputed history have gone viral.

Russian lawyer for jailed opposition activist Kara-Murza flees

Vadim Prokhorov says he left before the end of his client's trial after a warning from a prosecutor.

Turkey's soft-spoken Kemal Kilicdaroglu takes on powerful Erdogan

Behind his calm nature, Kemal Kilicdaroglu has the first real chance of unseating Turkey's leader.

Ukrainian vodka producers toast a rise in global sales

With Russian vodkas no longer on shelves around the world, Ukrainian brands have filled the gap.

New York woman sentenced for cheesecake murder plot

Viktoria Nasyrova lashes out at the judge as she is jailed for the "diabolical" identity theft plot.

Nasa says flash over Kyiv was not its satellite

There is widespread speculation over a flash that lit up the skies over the Ukrainian capital.

Elton John lauds 'American genius' in fight against Aids

The singer testified to US lawmakers to advocate for Pepfar, a US programme that fights global Aids.

Mystery white flash lights up skies over Kyiv

Videos from four angles shows the flash in Ukraine's capital - although it's not known what caused it.

Florida mermaid collects trash and breaks records

'Mermaid Merle' swam 30 miles all while collecting 35lbs of trash in Biscayne Bay.

What is a stand your ground law and which states have one?

Recent shootings of unarmed victims raise questions about the right to protect people and property.

Pakistan: Lorries crushed and buried in deadly landslide

At least two people have died after dozens of vehicles were engulfed waiting to travel to Afghanistan.

Secret Service nabs toddler who squeezed through White House fence

The little intruder squeezed through iron bars to lead guards on a leisurely chase.

Ralph Yarl: Andrew Lester, accused of shooting black teen, is in custody

Andrew Lester, 84, has been charged with shooting a teenager who rang the wrong doorbell.

Ralph Yarl: Man charged with shooting boy who knocked wrong door

A prosecutor says there was a "racial component" to the white homeowner's shooting of the black teen.

Alabama shooting: 3 teenagers and a 23-year-old among victims

A rising athlete, an aspiring musician, a school sports manager are among those killed in the shooting.

Alabama shooting: Young football star Phil Dowdell killed in Alabama shooting

Four were killed at a 16-year-old girl's birthday party on Saturday in the small town of Dadeville.

IS truffle attacks: At least 31 killed in Syrian desert ambush

IS militants have killed more than 150 people searching for truffles in the Syrian desert this year.

Vladimir Kara-Murza: Russian opposition figure jailed for 25 years

The former journalist denies the charges against him, which are linked to his anti-war comments.

Melbourne overtakes Sydney as Australia's biggest city

A boundary change means Sydney is not the country's biggest city, for the first time in over a century.

Angry Birds: Sega in talks to buy video game maker Rovio

The Japan-based entertainment giant Sega is in discussions over a deal for Rovio reportedly worth $1bn.

How artificial intelligence is matching drugs to patients

Health-tech firms around the world are increasingly using AI to help tailor drugs for patients.

Sudan: Fighter jets, gunfire and explosions shock Khartoum

People take cover in Sudan's capital as the army clash with paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.

Atiq Ahmed: Moments before former Indian MP shot

Dramatic scenes show the moments just before former MP Atiq Ahmed was gunned down in Prayagraj.

Australia climate protest: Rising Tide activists shovel coal off train

Some 50 protesters are arrested after halting cargo bound for the country's top coal export terminal.

Dubai fire: Sixteen killed in blaze at Al Ras apartment building

A statement from Dubai Civil Defence says safety compliance may have been a factor.

Fumio Kishida vows G7 security boost after smoke bomb

Fumio Kishida said Japan must "maximise" security for G7 officials after an object was thrown at him.

Jack Teixeira's hometown of Dighton reacts to his arrest

The BBC visits Jack Teixeira's hometown of Dighton, in rural Massachusetts.

The fishy business of a Chinese factory in The Gambia

Members of a fishing community are upset with a fishmeal plant that is disrupting life on their shores.

Christians celebrate Holy Fire amid Jerusalem police limits

Israeli police limit attendance over safety concerns, which churches urge Christians to ignore.

Japan PM Fumio Kishida evacuated after what appears to be smoke bomb thrown

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida leaves the scene unharmed after what appears to be a smoke bomb is thrown.

How the AR-15 became 'America's national gun' and loved by the NRA

A weapon that used to be banished to the back of gun shows now sits in millions of American homes.

Bikes on fire in Paris after Macron's pension reforms pass court hurdle

The BBC's Joe Inwood speaks to people in Paris protesting against the raise in state pension age.

Why alleged Pentagon leaker Jack Teixeira had top secret access aged 21

Increased intelligence sharing after the 9/11 attacks may have made leaks more likely.

Kenya chess: Male player dons disguise to compete as woman

The bold gambit of dressing in a burka was exposed when the Kenyan's winning streak raised eyebrows.

North Korea tests 'most powerful' missile to date

It says the new solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missile will improve its nuclear counterattack capability.

Minneapolis to pay $9m for Derek Chauvin misconduct claims

The police department says Chauvin's badge will be destroyed and its number removed from their system.

Twitter staff cuts leave Russian trolls unchecked

Troll farms are thriving after Elon Musk wiped out the team fighting them.

The dove or the dog: China makes peace while baring teeth

As China tries to play peacemaker, its military actions over Taiwan threaten to undercut its goals.

Joe Biden in Ireland: President says 'I'm at home'

The US president praises the strength of the Irish-US relationship and speaks of pride in Irish roots.

Biden celebrates family ties in pub on Ireland tour

Thousands of people gather to greet the US president as he visits the home county of his ancestors.

Dead rodents litter Canadian PM's official home

Mould and asbestos plague 24 Sussex, turning the official residence into a "national embarrassment".

Juul Labs agrees $462m deal to settle claims

Juul Labs agrees a deal to settle claims that it targeted teenagers with its products.

Kenya-UK defence deal: MPs amend rule over prosecuting UK troops

British troops can now be tried for murder committed against Kenyans in Kenya.

Pentagon leaks: US thinks UN head Guterres too accommodating to Moscow, files suggest

The leaked files suggest Washington has been closely monitoring Antonio Guterres.

Ever wonder what it's like to live on Mars?

For a full year, four people will live in a simulation of the planet to help Nasa prepare for human exploration there.

Changi Airport: Hanging out at the world's best airport

Singapore's Changi Airport is a particular point of pride in a country obsessed with rankings.

Viewpoint: East Africa's battle over culture and homosexuality

The anti-gay sentiment in East Africa is a convenient distraction for leaders, argues Sammy Awami.

Michael Jordan's trainers sell for record $2.2m

The sale seals the basketball titan's position as the most valuable athlete at sports memorabilia auctions.

Macron heckled during speech in the Netherlands

"Where is French democracy?" cried one protester, as another held a sign reading "president of violence".

Western special forces inside Ukraine, leak shows

The UK has the largest contingent of special forces in Ukraine, according to a leaked classified file.

Joe Biden returns to Ireland like a hometown hero

Ireland is welcoming one of the most Irish US presidents ever - one with a legacy to protect.

78-year-old Missouri woman arrested on bank robbery charges

Bonnie Gooch, found in her car with cash strewn on the floor, has two past bank robbery convictions.

China-Taiwan: How Beijing calibrates its Taiwan response

Beijing has again carried out drills but the island's upcoming election has tempered their intensity.

Evan Gershkovich: US says journalist is wrongfully detained in Russia

Russia accuses Evan Gershkovich of the Wall Street Journal of spying, but the publication denies this.

President Joe Biden says he plans to run for second term in 2024

The US president told NBC News he plans to run but was not ready to announce the bid yet.

XBB.1.16: India hospitals on alert as Covid-19 cases rise

Experts have urged caution, but asked people not to panic as the new subvariant is not deadly.

Elon Musk: Tesla to build new battery factory in Shanghai

Elon Musk's company says the plant will be able to produce 10,000 "Megapack" battery units a year.

Qatargate: Andrea Cozzolino's lawyer speaks to the BBC

An MEP allegedly took bribes to sway EU lawmakers. His lawyer says prosecutors want to "crack" him.

The Aboriginal artist seeking a donated body 'of British descent'

Nathan Maynard wants non-Indigenous Australians to ask themselves an awkward question.

Ukraine war: Who leaked top secret US documents - and why?

Almost 100 US defence department documents have been leaked - and it is unclear who will benefit.

Video shows avalanche in French Alps

French authorities say four people were killed and several others were injured.

Aurélien Pradié: The rising star shaking up French politics

Aged 37, Aurélien Pradié has exploded onto France's political stage after ruining Macron's plans.

Ben Ferencz: Last surviving Nuremberg prosecutor dies, aged 103

Ben Ferencz was just 27 when he convicted 22 Nazi officials for war crimes and crimes against humanity.

Boris Becker: Six-time Grand Slam singles champion on prison, fame and the future

Former Wimbledon champion Boris Becker says he is building his "third chapter" after eight months in prison.

The young men of Mexico risking their lives to be Catholic priests

Dozens of priests have been killed in recent years in an area of Mexico plagued with cartel violence.

Clarence Thomas and Bohemian Grove: What goes on at the all-male club?

The secretive club is in the news after a report that Justice Clarence Thomas visited the retreat.

The daughter who fled North Korea to find her mother

Reunited in Seoul after a decade apart, Songmi asks her mother why she left her behind in the north.

How this historically black college gymnastics team made history

For decades, young black gymnasts had to make a difficult choice about where to go to university.

One tourist killed and seven wounded in car ramming attack in Tel Aviv

It comes after two British-Israeli sisters were killed in a shooting in the occupied West Bank.

One Romanian family's fatal attempt to reach the US

What drove the Iordache family to make a desperate bid to reach the US from Canada?

Quiz of the week: Which relative of JFK is challenging Biden?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on over the past seven days?

Tennessee Democrat expelled over gun protest

Justin Jones said the vote was "a farce of democracy". Republicans likened his actions to an insurrection.

Israel blames Hamas for Lebanon rocket barrage as tensions rise

The attack, which saw 34 rockets fired into northern Israel, comes at a time of rising tension.

Uganda's Mary Goretti Kitutu to spend Easter in jail over roofing-sheets scandal

Mary Goretti Kitutu denies involvement in the theft of roofing intended for Ugandan communities.

Robert F Kennedy Jr to challenge Biden for White House

JFK's nephew said his top priority would be to "end the corrupt merger between state and corporate power".

Hugh Jackman: Wolverine star gets skin cancer all clear

The Wolverine star this week revealed he had undergone tests after a recent medical check-up.

'We turned down a client to uphold gay rights'

The global B Corp business accreditation scheme rewards firms that behave ethically.

Russia-Ukraine war: Iga Swiatek says tennis could have done better 'from the beginning'

A ban on Russian and Belarusian players by tennis authorities would have sent a strong message, says world number one Iga Swiatek.

Settlers of Catan: Creator of board game dies aged 70

Klaus Teuber, the dental assistant-turned board game designer, died after a short illness aged 70.

Taliban bans Afghan female staff, UN says

The UN said that while there has been no written communication, the Taliban have informed them verbally.

Cleo Smith: Terence Kelly jailed for 13 years for abducting 4-year-old girl

Terence Kelly is sentenced to 13 years behind bars for kidnapping 4-year-old Cleo Smith in 2021.

Malyana riots: India Muslim victims despair after court order

Last week, a court acquitted 41 Hindu men accused in the 1987 massacre of 72 Muslims in Malyana village.

Trump in court: 'A day for the history books'

The BBC's Nada Tawfik analyses Donald Trump's historic day in court.

Alors On Danse singer Stromae cancels tour dates over health

The Belgian singer, known for Alors On Danse, is cancelling all his European tour dates until the end of May.

Watch stunning EarthCam clip of NYC lightning strike

A massive bolt hit the tallest building in New York City, lighting up the night sky on Saturday.

US Speaker confirms meeting with Taiwan's Tsai despite China warnings

Beijing has warned Washington it views such a meeting to be a provocation.

Virginia teacher shot by six-year-old files $40m lawsuit

The lawsuit argues that the defendants knew the six-year-old "had a history of random violence".

Ramadan: How to look after your skin during holy month

TikTok's most famous dermatologist Dr Muneeb Shah is sharing his top tips for the holy month.

Spy balloon sent data to China in real time - report

The craft gathered intelligence from military bases for days before it was shot down, US media reports.

Russia: The moments leading up to St Petersburg cafe blast

Russian pro-war blogger Vladlen Tatarsky was killed by an explosion after being handed a statuette.

Montenegro elections: Long-standing leader Milo Djukanovic suffers defeat

Milo Djukanovic, who led the Balkan nation into Nato, was in power for over three decades.

Aboriginal 'giant of a nation' Yunupingu dies aged 74

One of Australia's best-known Indigenous leaders "now walks in another place", PM Anthony Albanese says.

The other Chinese apps taking the US and UK by storm

Four out of the top 10 most downloaded free mobile apps in the US and UK are Chinese-owned.

Afghanistan: Rounded up from the streets into Taliban drug rehab

Afghanistan's government is running an aggressive campaign to remove drug users from the streets.

Kerala: Muslim woman's Hindu children inspire an Indian film

Thennadan Subaida's children say the movie is a tribute to their mother's extraordinary life.

Opec oil producers announce surprise cut in output

The cuts by the Opec+ group amount to more than one million barrels per day and could push up prices.

Sarah Polley told to return Oscar in April Fools’ prank

The film-maker, who won an Oscar for Women Talking, got a letter asking her to "mail it back".

Drone video shows scale of US tornado wreckage

Witnesses from the tornado that swept Arkansas and Illinois describe what they saw and how they survived.

Drone video shows scale of US tornado wreckage

One woman who was at a rock gig in Illinois says she narrowly avoided the roof caving in on her.

Fentanyl - a killer drug’s trail of destruction

Americans are dying from fentanyl overdoses at an alarming rate. But the destruction begins further south.

China's loans to Africa worry World Bank President David Malpass

The bank's president David Malpass says more transparency is needed when providing economic help.

US tornadoes: Death toll grows as extreme storms ravage several states

At least 21 people have been killed after a series of tornadoes tore through several US states.

Andrew Tate: See luxury villa where brothers are under house arrest

The BBC's Lucy Williamson is outside the compound where Andrew Tate and brother Tristan are confined.

Watch: Four times US tornadoes were caught on camera

Amateurs as well as TV crews filmed the tornadoes sweeping across several states.