Cop26 - North India Kaleidoscope

December 22, 2021 Environment

Follow the green leader: why everyone from Prince William to Jeff Bezos is looking to Costa Rica

Billionaires, princes and prime ministers are among those keen to learn from the Central American country, which has long put nature at the heart of its policies

Huge fire engulfs ferry in Philippines June 26, 2022
All but two of 165 people who were aboard a blazing ferry are rescued in the central Philippines.
The Indians choosing not to have children June 25, 2022
A growing number of Indians are deciding to not become parents. The BBC spoke to them to find out why.
Afghanistan earthquake: hospital struggles to help survivors June 25, 2022
Caring for victims is a challenge in a country already in the grip of a humanitarian crisis.
The moment a woman was saved from rushing flood waters in China June 25, 2022
It took rescue crews multiple attempts to reach the woman who was clinging to her car.
Chess: Russia and Ukraine face off in India amid war June 24, 2022
Russia's Arkady Dvorkovich will take on Ukraine's Andrii Baryshpolets for the top post in chess administration.
Agnipath: Where Indian army job dreams are made and broken June 24, 2022
Inside coaching centres where desperate young people study to get a job in the armed forces.
Afghanistan earthquake: Survivors count horrific cost June 24, 2022
Near the epicentre of the quake that struck Afghanistan this week, houses lie in ruins.
USS Samuel B Roberts: World's deepest shipwreck discovered June 24, 2022
The US Navy ship "Sammy B" sank off the Philippines in a ferocious WWII battle with the Japanese.
Japanese man loses USB stick with entire city's personal details June 24, 2022
A Japanese worker lost a USB stick containing the data of 460,000 people during a night out.
Aukus: Australia's new PM vows 'reset' with France after submarine row June 24, 2022
It follows the French president accusing Australia's ex-PM of lying to him over a submarine deal.
Toyota recalls electric cars over concerns about loose wheels June 24, 2022
The bZ4X is the Japanese motor industry giant's first mass-produced all-electric vehicle.
Two killed as Nio electric car falls from third floor office in Shanghai June 24, 2022
Pictures show a gaping hole in the side of car maker Nio's Shanghai HQ, and a smashed vehicle below.
Maharashtra: What is India's 'luxury resort politics'? June 24, 2022
In India, politicians are often whisked away to fancy resorts at the time of a crisis - why?
Tangshan and Xuzhou: Fury and questions over China's treatment of women June 23, 2022
Two prominent cases of abuse have ignited a debate about misogyny among the country's young women.
Afghanistan quake: Gyan clinic with five beds for 500 injured patients June 23, 2022
A worker at the only health clinic in Gyan in Paktika province, tells the BBC how they were overwhelmed.
Aung San Suu Kyi: Myanmar ex-leader sent to solitary confinement June 23, 2022
Myanmar's deposed civilian leader, who is 77, was arrested after a military coup last year.
Sexual harassment at Western Australia mines 'appalling and systemic' June 23, 2022
It has been "generally accepted or overlooked" at sites run by large firms, a landmark report says.
How Aussie farmers are hoping to win over tequila fans June 22, 2022
Two Australia farmers are aiming rival Mexican tequila and mezcal with a similar delicious spirit.
Droupadi Murmu: Who is the BJP nominee for Indian president June 22, 2022
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi says Droupadi Murmu will make a "great president". But who is she?
Ankur Warikoo, Rachana Ranade: The YouTubers Indians turn to for financial advice June 21, 2022
Finance YouTubers are riding high as millions turn to them for advice and brands seek collaborations.

State of Origin: New South Wales beat Queensland 44-12 to level series June 26, 2022
New South Wales level the State of Origin series with a 44-12 win over Queensland in Perth.
Oslo shooting: Memorial service takes place at Oslo Cathedral June 26, 2022
Royals and the prime minister joined a service to remember two killed and 21 injured near a gay bar.
At least 20 found dead in South Africa nightclub June 26, 2022
Post-mortem examinations will be carried out shortly to determine the cause of mysterious deaths.
Roe v Wade reaction: Chaos at abortion protest in South Carolina June 26, 2022
In South Carolina, six people are arrested at an event full of pro-choice and anti-abortion activists.
How Ukraine left its mark on Glastonbury June 26, 2022
Eurovision winners and folk heroes played across the festival, spreading a message of resistance.
Huge fire engulfs ferry in Philippines June 26, 2022
All but two of 165 people who were aboard a blazing ferry are rescued in the central Philippines.
Roe v Wade: 'Feels like we're going backwards,' says Coco Gauff June 26, 2022
Coco Gauff says she feels like "we're almost going backwards" after the US Supreme Court's decision to remove the constitutional right to abortion.
Andy Murray 'grateful' to be reunited with Ivan Lendl for Wimbledon June 26, 2022
Andy Murray says he was turned down by a "lot of coaches" before reuniting for a third spell with Ivan Lendl in March.
Ukraine war: Helping families find missing loved ones June 26, 2022
A Red Cross call centre is reuniting Ukrainian and Russian prisoners of war with their loved ones.
England v New Zealand: Ben Foakes out of third Test after testing positive for Covid-19 June 26, 2022
England wicketkeeper Ben Foakes is ruled out of the remainder of the third Test against New Zealand after testing positive for Covid-19.
How a family of 14 is coping with rising costs June 26, 2022
Mother of 12, Zoe Sullivan, explains how she cuts costs as her family's energy and fuel bills double.
Ukraine war: UK joins ban on imports of Russian gold June 26, 2022
The move by the UK, US, Canada and Japan will "strike at the heart of Putin's war machine", the UK PM says.
Prince Charles 'accepted a suitcase with 1m euros', report claims June 26, 2022
Clarence House says the correct processes were followed with the Qatari sheikh's charitable donations.
Travelers Championship: Xander Schauffele retains lead despite Cantlay charge June 26, 2022
Xander Schauffele holds on to his lead at the Travelers Championship thanks to a three-under-par 67 in the third round.
Dave Grohl and Bruce Springsteen join Paul McCartney at Glastonbury June 26, 2022
It is the star's first public appearance since the death of Foo Fighters' drummer Taylor Hawkins.
The Big Plastic Count: Consumers confront their plastic footprint June 25, 2022
People who counted plastic waste for a week want to go plastic-free, but say it costs too much.
The Indians choosing not to have children June 25, 2022
A growing number of Indians are deciding to not become parents. The BBC spoke to them to find out why.
U2 singer Bono discusses discovering he has a half-brother June 25, 2022
The star discusses for the first time how his dad had another son, who he didn't know about for years.
Nigerian Ife head: Why UK police are holding a priceless sculpture June 25, 2022
Original Ife bronze heads, of which only some 20 survive, are thought to be about 700 years old.
Russia on brink of default as debt deadline looms June 25, 2022
The country is close to its first default since 1998 as sanctions block payments to creditors