New Year celebrations: How the world brought in 2023

As the world turns more and more countries greet 2023.

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Pope Francis and world leaders pay tribute to Benedict XVI

The head of the Catholic Church pays his respects to his predecessor Benedict, who resigned from his post in 2013.

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2022 viral videos: Six social media moments that charmed Indians

From a confusing news debate to a nude photoshoot, there was plenty to keep Indian social media buzzing.

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Covid in China: WHO calls on Beijing to strengthen its response

As Covid surges in China, the WHO meets Chinese officials and calls for more real-time data.

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Cristiano Ronaldo joins Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr until 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo joins Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr on a deal that runs until 2025.

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Tributes paid to footballing legend Pele

"King" Pele "changed everything", says Brazil forward Neymar as tributes pour in for the late footballing legend.

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Aung San Suu Kyi jailed for a further seven years

Myanmar's military junta has now sentenced the former leader to a total of 33 years behind bars.

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Belarus says it downed Ukraine air defence missile

Belarus summoned the Ukrainian ambassador, after saying it shot down a Ukrainian air defence missile.

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Pele: The player who united a nation

Pele was a footballing legend the world over, but for people in Brazil he was so much more.

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Pele: Brazilians react to football legend's death

The football legend, regarded by many as the world's greatest player, has died at the age of 82.

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Covid: Why are some places testing Chinese arrivals?

Beijing is finally opening its borders - but some countries are wary of a Covid threat.

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Barbershop owner in Buffalo opens his doors and saves lives in deadly blizzard.

When people were stranded in the storm, the local shop became a refuge.

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Cambodia casino fire kills at least ten people

Around 400 people were in the building on the Cambodia-Thailand border when it caught fire.

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Marion Biotech: Uzbekistan links child deaths to India cough syrup

The latest allegation comes weeks after The Gambia blamed Indian syrups for child deaths.

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Fatphobia: The Brazil women fighting prejudices

Campaigners in Brazil say society must adapt to accommodate overweight and obese people.

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Bolivia: Anger rises as opposition leader Camacho arrested

Luis Fernando Camacho is accused of fomenting a coup, but some are calling it a kidnapping.

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Ukraine fighting is deadlocked, spy chief Kyrylo Budanov tells BBC

Kyrylo Budanov says neither side can make significant advances, and eyes advanced Western weapons.

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Energy giant ExxonMobil sues EU to block energy windfall tax

The US company says the levy on its profits will discourage future investment in Europe.

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Calls on Iran to settle dispute over Ukraine PS752 jet downing

Four countries begin a process to hold Iran legally accountable for the 2020 downing of flight PS752.

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Flash flood sends tourists fleeing in Petra Jordan

Tourists are evacuated from the ruins of the ancient desert city of Petra after flash flooding.

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Apple and Tesla: Tech stocks tumble amid supply issues

Both companies have suffered major losses over concerns about supply chain hiccups in China.

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What women on minimum wage gave up in 2022

The cost of living crisis has hit people on low wages hard - here's what some have given up this year.

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The Senegal man on a mission to plant five million trees

Adama Diémé was motivated after seeing once-verdant villages in Senegal without a single tree.

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Title 42: US Supreme Court keeps Trump-era border policy in place

Legislation preventing undocumented migrants crossing the border from Mexico is extended.

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Gujarat: Indian man killed over daughter's viral video

The man was allegedly attacked after protesting against a video of his teenage daughter being posted online.

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South Korea lifts ban on import of adult sex dolls

Life-sized sex dolls resembling minors are still prohibited, officials say.

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US winter storm traps New York State residents in cars

New York State's Buffalo area bears the brunt of a storm that has killed 56 people in the US and Canada.

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Somalia's opioid overdose: Young, female and addicted

Women open up about the problem of opioid abuse in Somalia following the death of a popular TikToker.

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The indie music stars knocking Bollywood off the charts

Until a few years ago, indie music competing with Bollywood would've made for an unlikely proposition - not anymore.

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Seven die in coach plunge horror in Spain

The body of a woman is found two days after a bus falls from a bridge into a river in the Galicia region.

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Iran protests: Family of football legend Ali Daei stopped from leaving

The wife and daughter of Ali Daei, who has backed protesters, are taken off a flight out of Iran.

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Brazil man held over alleged bomb plot to stop inauguration

Police say the man was planning to "create chaos" ahead of the swearing-in of President-elect Lula.

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Ukraine war: Refugee girl played piano to hide the sound of bombs

Nika survived the Russian assault on Kharkiv earlier this year, and is now settled in the UK.

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Drifting Rohingya refugee boat reaches Indonesia

A group of nearly 60 hungry and weak men are found in Aceh province after many days at sea.

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Iran protests: 'No going back' as unrest hits 100 days

Anger swells despite a fierce crackdown as the regime faces its biggest challenge in decades.

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Seán Rooney: Arrest made after Irish soldier killed in Lebanon

Pte Seán Rooney is the first Irish soldier to be killed on UN deployment in Lebanon for 20 years.

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US winter storm: Severe weather continues to cause disruption

Strong winds and freezing temperatures cause power cuts and travel chaos across North America.

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Wind, snow and floods combine for historic US storm

Few parts of North America have been spared from a deadly winter storm.

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Pope Francis calls for end to 'senseless' war in Ukraine

In his Christmas Day message, the pontiff said the world was experiencing a "famine of peace".

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Canada coach crash leaves more than 50 injured

It is not yet known what caused the crash involving an intercity coach on Christmas Eve.

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Saving donkeys in the Holy Land

A UK charity runs the only shelter for poorly treated and abandoned donkeys in the West Bank.

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US winter storm: Americans and Canadians face mass outages on Christmas Day

At least 19 deaths are linked to a massive winter storm that continues to pummel the US and Canada.

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Afghanistan protests: Taliban use water cannon on women opposing university ban

Women in Afghanistan are protesting against the Taliban's ban on female students attending university.

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Iran protests: Activist Narges Mohammadi details 'abuse' of detained women

Narges Mohammadi writes to the BBC with fellow inmates' accounts of physical and sexual abuse.

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Reunited: The Ukrainian couple who married near the front line

Video of Lesya and Valeriy's military checkpoint wedding went viral in March 2022.

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At least 20 dead in Russia illegal care home fire

Another six people are injured after the blaze in an unregistered property in the Siberian city of Kemerovo.

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Canada's polar bear population plummets - government report

Climate change is said to be a key factor in a 27% decline in the population over the past five years.

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Megan Thee Stallion: Jury finds Tory Lanez guilty of shooting rapper

Lanez faces more than 20 years in jail for wounding the Grammy award-winning rapper in 2020.

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Serial killer The Serpent, Charles Sobhraj, freed from Nepal jail

Charles Sobhraj, convicted for killing two tourists in 1975, was suspected of several murders in Asia.

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Russia may send empty Soyuz to bring ISS crew home

The crew members may have to return to Earth early after their capsule started leaking.

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What exactly is in the $1.7tr US spending bill?

Provisions on everything from TikTok to lobster fishing are in the 4,155-page legislation.

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He Huang: How a comedian divided Chinese social media

Chinese comedian He Huang went viral with a performance in Sydney, prompting a heated response.

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Journey star tells his bandmate to stop performing for Donald Trump

The rock band's keyboardist played their hit Don't Stop Believin' at Donald Trump's Florida estate.

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FTX founder released to parents on $250m bail

Prosecutors have accused Sam Bankman-Fried of "one of the biggest financial frauds in US history".

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China Covid: 'Everyone I know is getting a fever'

The lifting of restrictions has been followed by nationwide outbreaks - and online anger.

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Fleeing China's Covid lockdowns for the US - through a Central American jungle

Fed up with lockdowns and Xi's policies, some Chinese citizens are taking a perilous journey to escape.

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In pictures: Zelensky's momentous day in Washington

The Ukrainian president takes his first foreign trip since Russia invaded his country in February.

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Israel's most right-wing government agreed under Benjamin Netanyahu

Benjamin Netanyahu is backed by an anti-LGBT party and one whose leader was convicted of racism.

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Coronavirus: China's hospitals seem to be filling up - WHO

The World Health Organization wants China to provide more information about the spread of the virus.

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World Cup: Chaotic scenes in Buenos Aires after celebrations

Millions of people had attended a victory parade in the streets of the capital.

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How to stay safe in possible US winter weather bomb cyclone

Millions of Americans are under winter storm watches, as travel chaos threatens the holiday season.

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Ros Atkins on... China’s Covid surge

As China deals with a new Covid wave, Ros Atkins looks at why it’s hard to assess its scale.

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Nurses' strike: 'If we have to, we'll continue to strike'

The PM insists he won’t back down against striking workers, as nurses demand a 19% pay rise.

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Ukraine's Zelensky planning to visit US on Wednesday - reports

It would be the president's first foreign trip since Russia invaded his country in February.

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World Cup: The crowd goes wild for Argentina... in Bangladesh

Argentina has had an army of supporters in the South Asian country since the days of Maradona.

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Elon Musk at Twitter: Who could replace him as chief executive?

We look at the runner and riders to take over as the social media firm's chief executive.

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In pictures: France receive heroes' welcome in Paris after World Cup heartbreak

The French national team are met by thousands in Paris after losing to Argentina on Sunday.

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Capitol riot committee asks that Trump faces insurrection charges

The committee airs critical testimony by a Trump loyalist and criticises his daughter, Ivanka Trump.

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EU moves to ensure animal medicine supplies

Current post-Brexit arrangements to ensure the continued availability are to be extended.

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Lionel Messi named BBC Sports Personality's World Sport Star of the Year

Lionel Messi is named BBC Sports Personality's World Sport Star of the Year after inspiring Argentina to World Cup glory.

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World Cup 2022: 'Argentina really needed this win'

Victory in the 2022 World Cup has bought relief to many in a country facing continuing economic problems.

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Ukraine war: How pathologists identify victims of Russia's invasion

Scientists are finding and naming family members killed by Russian troops, one mouth swab at a time.

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Netherlands slavery: Saying sorry leaves Dutch divided

The Netherlands government is expected to apologise for slavery with a speech by the prime minister.

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German cathedral school allows girl choristers after 1,000 years

In Germany, the Regensburg cathedral school has founded a separate girls choir.

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Twitter to stop users linking to big social media platforms

The move affects content from Facebook, Instagram and Mastodon among other social media sites.

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World Cup 2022: Elation in Argentina, sorrow in France - fans react

The party has only just started in Buenos Aires, but in Paris the crowds have already gone home.

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Ukraine wartime Christmas tree made from camouflage nets

Volunteers in the city of Mykolaiv have made a Christmas tree out of camouflage nets that will be donated to soldiers after the holidays.

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Peru-Bolivia border blocked by protesters

Demonstrators have prevented travellers crossing a border between Peru and Bolivia, after protesting for early elections.

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Ethiopia’s PM sees OLA rebellion grow in his own backyard

As rebels step up attacks, the government has responded with air strikes in the Oromia region.

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Eurovision 2023: Ukraine chooses Tvorchi from bomb shelter

A Kyiv metro station and bomb shelter is transformed into a TV studio for the selection programme.

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The Amazon reef that may be threatened by oil drilling

Scientists say a rare reef habitat near the mouth of the Amazon is at risk from oil exploration.

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Angelina Jolie steps down as UN refugee envoy

The Hollywood star says she now wants to work with groups led by people most directly affected by conflict.

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Capitol riot: Committee to seek charges for Trump - reports

The committee will reportedly seek an unprecedented charge of insurrection against an ex-US president.

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ANC conference: SA President Ramaphosa struggles to stop hecklers in own party

President Cyril Ramaphosa is disrupted during the opening speech of the ANC party conference.

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From refugee camp to the World Cup: The Syrian players hoping to make it big

Four Syrian teenagers living in the Zaatari refugee camp were invited to join a Brazilian football school.

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Toddler survives hippo attack in Uganda

Police say the boy was saved after local man threw stones at the animal to warn it off.

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Wildfires rip through Chile as temperatures soar

Over 7,000 hectares (17,000 acres) of land are affected in central and southern parts of the country.

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How Antwerp became the cocaine gateway to Europe

Belgian authorities seized so much of the drug in 2022 that they are struggling to destroy it all.

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Nirbhaya case: The rape victim’s mum fighting for India’s daughters

How Nirbhaya's mother Asha Devi transformed from a quiet housewife into a crusader for justice.

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Livestock farming polluted rivers 300 times in one year

Only six farms are prosecuted for pollution despite 300 river contaminations in one year.

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After the FTX chaos, is crypto down and out after a torrid 2022?

If Bitcoin was a boxer it would be on its back on the canvas. It is down but is it out?

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Dave Chappelle's attacker jailed for stage tackle

The comedian was attacked in front of a shocked audience in Los Angeles earlier this year.

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Storm Efraín: Waist-deep floodwaters in Madrid metro after heavy rain

Video shows gushing water and submerged platforms as Storm Efraín shuts forces several stations.

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Suedi Murekezi: Russia frees US man in Ukraine prisoner swap

The crypto investor was let go in a deal that saw 64 Ukrainian troops released, according to officials.

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Sombath Somphone: The activist who disappeared at a police checkpoint

Sombath Somphone was stopped by police 10 years ago - his wife still doesn't know what happened to him.

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Fed hikes rates again and warns of more rises

The US central bank raised its key interest rate by 0.5 percentage points.

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US winter storm barrels east with millions under weather warnings

At least two people are dead after the storm system led to a series of tornadoes in the south.

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Eritrean troops murdered my uncle - WHO head Tedros

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who leads the UN public health body, says more than 50 others were killed.

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Peru political crisis: Why is Peru under a state of emergency?

Peru is in the midst of a fresh political crisis after the president was impeached and arrested.

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Meta sued for $2bn over Ethiopia violence

The case also seeks changes to Facebook’s algorithm, which it alleges fuels hate and violence

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Twitter Files spark debate about ‘blacklisting’

Revelations about Twitter's content moderation decisions have raised questions about political bias.

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Megan Thee Stallion testifies Tory Lanez shot her as trial begins

The Grammy winner tells a court the Canadian rapper offered her $1m to keep quiet about the alleged attack.

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'I wish I hadn't survived': Why women are burning themselves in Iraqi Kurdistan

In the Kurdistan region, women who feel trapped in abusive households often see suicide by self-immolation as their only way out.

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World Cup 2022: Argentina 3-0 Croatia - Messi and Alvarez put their side into World Cup final

Lionel Messi and Julian Alvarez were on target as Argentina beat Croatia to reach the World Cup final.

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India and China troops clash on Arunachal Pradesh mountain border

The Indian army says a small number of soldiers fought on Friday but both sides disengaged quickly.

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Tamil Nadu: Indian man's search for father's lost grave ends in Malaysia

The man from Tamil Nadu was six months old when his father died 55 years ago.

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Excommunicated: The women fighting to be priests

The Vatican has never allowed women to be ordained as priests, but there's a growing movement to overturn this ban.

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Why Taiwanese are among Ukraine's foreign fighters

A small number of people, who see parallels with their island's situation, have travelled to fight.

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FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried arrested in Bahamas

FTX filed for bankruptcy last month, leaving many unable to withdraw their funds from the cryptocurrency exchange.

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EU corruption charges 'very very worrisome', says foreign policy chief

Watchdogs say it could be one of the biggest corruption scandals in European Parliament history.

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Iran protests: Second execution carried out

It comes days after Iran hanged the first person over the protests, drawing widespread condemnation.

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Ukraine war: The Russians locked up for refusing to fight

Russian troops have reportedly been locked up for refusing to fight in the invasion of Ukraine.

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One of Central America's most active volcanoes erupts again

Guatemala's Fuego forces authorities to close the country's largest airport and a major highway.

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K-pop: The rise of the virtual girl bands

They may sing and dance like other musicians but they are made with artificial intelligence.

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Peru protests: Andahuaylas airport forced to close in deadly unrest

Andahuaylas airport is forced to shut as protests continue over the impeachment of President Castillo.

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South Korea: Parliament calls for minister to be dismissed over Halloween crush

Lee Sang-min has been facing mounting pressure following the Halloween crush that killed 156 people.

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Ukraine war: Odesa and Melitopol under attack

Russian drone attacks leave 1.5 million Ukrainians without power and Kyiv bombards occupied Melitopol.

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Chile volcano: Alert issued after Lascar rumbles to life

The Lascar volcano, in the north, sends a plume of volcanic ash and hot gases 6,000m into the sky.

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Kenya Maasai Olympics: Hundreds gather for lion hunt alternative

The event was set up to replace an annual lion hunt due to waning numbers of the animal in Kenya.

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Rita Moreno: If I wasn't Hispanic, I'd have had a different career

West Side Story icon Rita Moreno says discrimination left her with an unfair share of rubbish film roles.

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World Cup 2022: Morocco are 'Rocky' of tournament after beating Portugal

The marvellous Moroccans have lit up this World Cup - and their fans got reward by witnessing their side becoming the first from Africa to reach the semi-finals.

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Bangladesh accused of violent crackdown on free speech

Bangladesh denies it is cracking down on freedom of expression as opposition calls for protest march.

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Week in pictures: 3 - 9 December 2022

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken in the past seven days.

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The seven-day-a-week life of a maid for Qatar's royal and rich

Maids in Qatar often work long hours without a day off, despite changes to employment law.

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World Cup 2022: Brazil 'in pain' after exit on penalties against Croatia

Brazil had danced into the quarter-finals of the World Cup but their dreams of a showpiece jig in the final ended in tears at Education City Stadium.

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George Floyd: Ex-officer J Alexander Kueng sentenced for manslaughter

J Alexander Kueng is already serving time for a federal sentence for violating Mr Floyd's civil rights.

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Fauci: 'Low-life trolls harass my wife and kids'

Dr Anthony Fauci speaks to Americast as he stands down as chief medical adviser to President Joe Biden.

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The moment Brittney Griner and Viktor Bout cross on airport tarmac

After being freed from Russian and US prisons, Brittney Griner and Viktor Bout crossed in Abu Dhabi.

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Schengen: No EU border-free zone for Romania and Bulgaria

EU ministers vote to admit Croatia to the Schengen zone, but Romania and Bulgaria must wait.

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Risk of Russia using nuclear weapons has lessened, says Germany's Scholz

The German chancellor said Western pressure had contributed to making Russia tone down its nuclear rhetoric.

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World Cup 2022: Could Morocco win for Africa?

Morocco stand a good chance of making history at the World Cup by bringing the trophy to Africa.

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Pedro Castillo: Peru's ousted president detained by police in Lima

Local media report that Pedro Castillo has been moved to a police-run prison following his arrest.

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US state sues Chinese-owned TikTok over data

The app is accused of deceiving users over China's access to data and exposing kids to mature content.

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Peru's ousted leader: The dramatic day in three moments

Pedro Castillo is impeached and replaced by Dina Boluarte hours after he attempted to dissolve parliament.

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Sunny Balwani: Former Theranos executive gets nearly 13 years in prison

Second-in-command Sunny Balwani receives a heavier sentence than the start-up's founder Elizabeth Holmes.

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Georgia Senate runoff result: Democrats solidify Senate control after Warnock victory

Raphael Warnock fights off Republican challenger Herschel Walker to hold his Georgia Senate seat.

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Apple sued by women over AirTag stalking

Two women say their ex-partners used Apple AirTags to find them.

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Maharashtra: India leopard cubs reunited with mum

Wildlife officials were called after the cubs were found in a field in India's Maharashtra state.

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China bids farewell to former leader Jiang Zemin

A grand ceremony was held for the former leader in Beijing's Great Hall of the People.

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Ukraine war latest: Russian missile strikes force emergency power shutdowns

President Zelensky says the country's power grid needs to be stabilised after another wave of deadly Russian strikes.

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Canada: Hockey star criticises Justin Trudeau over gun law

PM Justin Trudeau said he is listening to feedback from hunters who worry their guns will be banned.

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Billie Eilish: Growing up in public has been bruising

The star says growing up in the public eye was hard and that she struggled with impostor syndrome.

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Neil Diamond surprises with 'Sweet Caroline' singalong

The legendary singer surprised guests on the opening night his Broadway musical 'A Beautiful Noise'.

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South African worshippers swept away in Jukskei river flash flood

South African rescue teams search for the missing who had been taking part in a church ceremony.

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Ukraine war: Oil prices rise as cap on Russian crude looms

The G7 and its allies have agreed to limit the price of Russian oil to $60 a barrel.

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EasyJet flight safely diverts to Prague after bomb threat

A plane from Krakow to Bristol landed safely and no dangerous object was found, officials say.

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Nigeria's Kaduna train attack: How I survived hijacking and captivity

Nigeria's reopening of a high-speed rail link brings back traumatic memories for hostage survivors.

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Taiwan's front-line battle against mobile phone fraud

How Taiwanese phone fraud fighters are able to warn the world about the latest scams.

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Mount Semeru: Indonesia raises alert to highest level as volcano erupts on Java island

Japan also issued a tsunami warning for its southernmost islands after the eruption.

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Out on a spacewalk with Nasa astronauts at the ISS

The astronauts installed new solar panels to give the International Space Station more power.

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Cutting energy prices will take years - power boss

The head of energy giant Enel says renewables are key to getting prices back to pre-Ukraine war levels.

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US midterms: Georgia Senate run-off looms after bitter campaign

Democrat Raphael Warnock will face Republican Herschel Walker after a long, and at times bitter, campaign.

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El Salvador: The people caught up in the gang crackdown

More than 57,000 people have been arrested since the president declared war on violent gang members.

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Columbia peace talks with leftist ELN rebels make progress

Both sides reach a first point of agreement in bid to end almost 60 years of war, the president says.

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Senegal's parliament brawls after MP hits woman colleague

An MP from the ruling party was hit by a colleague from the opposition during a budget presentation.

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Ukraine war: Price cap on Russian oil will hit Putin immediately - US

The cap, which stops countries paying more than $60 a barrel, is due to come into force on Monday.

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Police foil group trying to steal Banksy mural from Ukraine wall

Police arrested several people who cut the artwork from the wall of a war-torn building in Hostomel.

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Anwar Ibrahim: Honeymoon as Malaysian PM will be brutally short

He finally got his dream job - but Anwar Ibrahim faces a divided country and a weak economy.

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West Bank footage throws spotlight on Israel's use of lethal force

Four Palestinians were shot dead by Israeli troops during confrontations on one day this week.

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Earthshot Prize: Prince William announces five winners

Friends from Oman who turn CO2 into rock and a UK firm making packaging from seaweed are among the winners.

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Police arrest elderly Alabama woman over unpaid $77 trash bill

The arrest of the elderly woman has sparked outrage in Alabama.

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Takeoff: Police arrest man in fatal shooting of rapper

Takeoff, youngest of the rap group Migos, was killed last month outside a Houston bowling alley.

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Ukraine war: Germany to cover energy bills as gas prices soar

Germany is spending €300bns to shield its people from soaring energy bills. Will it work?

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India makes big strides in African healthcare

The rapid expansion of Indian healthcare firms in Africa has not been without problems.

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Canada: Alleged serial killer accused of murdering four indigenous women

The alleged serial killer was arrested for one murder in May. On Thursday police laid more charges.

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Bruce Lehrmann: Australia parliament rape retrial abandoned

Bruce Lehrmann denies sexually assaulting Brittany Higgins on a minister's sofa in 2019.

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Prince William and Kate: Young fan says meeting the two was 'insane'

An 8-year-old US boy dressed as a King's Guard member to meet the Prince and Princess of Wales.

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Coca-Cola Christmas truck in flames in Romania

The famous red vehicle caught fire while driving down a busy road in the capital Bucharest.

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