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Aukus: Australia defends role in security pact amid French condemnation September 19, 2021
The PM defends ending the multi-billion dollar agreement in favour of a new pact with the US and UK.
Turkmenistan: Getting Covid in a land where no cases officially exist September 19, 2021
People in Turkmenistan are struggling to get treatment in a system that denies there are any cases.
Afghanistan: The 'shattered dreams' of the Ariana cabin crew September 18, 2021
The BBC's Lyse Doucet meets the female crew of Afghanistan's national airline, who are in hiding.
Afghanistan: Girls excluded as Afghan secondary schools reopen September 18, 2021
"Everything looks very dark," a schoolgirl tells the BBC as schools reopen for boys but not girls.
Hyderabad rape suspect found dead: Is it murder or suicide? September 18, 2021
Police say the 30-year-old man raped and killed a child in the city of Hyderabad last week.
Afghanistan: The escape of the whirling dancer September 17, 2021
How the only female whirling dancer in Afghanistan made it out of Kabul.
New Zealand men abandon Pakistan tour after 'government security alert' September 17, 2021
New Zealand men's team abandon their limited-overs tour of Pakistan following a New Zealand government "security alert".
Thailand Covid: Idle taxis used to grow food for out-of-work drivers September 17, 2021
With Thailand's capital under tight Covid restrictions, taxis are being repurposed to grow food.
'There’s security but no money': Afghans settle into life under Taliban rule September 17, 2021
In Mazar-i-Sharif, former army pilots are flying Taliban around and families are selling possessions for food.
Covid vaccine: India gives 20 million jabs to mark PM Modi's birthday September 17, 2021
The country is trying to ramp up vaccination to stave off a third wave of Covid-19.
Astronauts return to Earth after China's longest space mission September 17, 2021
The three astronauts spent 90 days at China's space station, some 380km above Earth.
Harsh Mander: Outcry as Indian authorities search activist's premises September 17, 2021
Officials searched three locations linked to Harsh Mander, a prominent critic of PM Modi's government.
China applies to join key Asia-Pacific trade pact September 17, 2021
It comes the day after a regional security agreement between the US, UK and Australia was unveiled.
Why North Korea's cruise missile launch could worry other nations September 17, 2021
Though cruise missiles are not banned by the UN, this test presents new problems for other nations.
Indonesia president found negligent over Jakarta filthy air September 16, 2021
The Indonesian capital is among the worst air polluted cities in the world.
Afghanistan's singers flee Taliban violence September 16, 2021
The BBC spoke with six singers who crossed to Pakistan illegally and are now living in hiding.
Aukus: UK, US and Australia pact signals Asia-Pacific power shift September 16, 2021
The agreement will increase Western presence in the region, amid concerns about China's growing influence.
Aukus: What will nuclear-powered submarines mean for Australia? September 16, 2021
Australia's deal with the UK and US puts it in an exclusive club, but an expert says it's "risky bet".
Mangrove forests: Photography winners show beauty of ecosystems September 15, 2021
The Mangrove Photography Award winners show unique ecosystems above and below the waterline.
The homemakers breaking taboos on Instagram September 15, 2021
Vasanti, Ritu and Pradnya, who have overcome huge challenges, now find joy performing on Instagram.

Lingard scores stunner & De Gea saves injury-time penalty in Man Utd win at West Ham September 19, 2021
Jesse Lingard comes off the bench to score a stunning late winner against his old side as Manchester United dramatically come from behind to beat West Ham.
Johannesburg mayor Jolidee Matongo killed in car crash September 19, 2021
South Africa's President Ramaphosa pays tribute to Jolidee Matongo, who died at the age of 46.
Aukus pact delivers France some hard truths September 19, 2021
The BBC's Hugh Schofield assesses the harsh realities for France after Australia's US-UK deal.
Brighton & Hove Albion 2-1 Leicester City: Seagulls hold off late pressure to go third September 19, 2021
Brighton's superb start to the Premier League season continues as they hold off a late Leicester rally to move up to third.
Surf's pup and an ugly tomato contest... September 19, 2021
Dogs are making a splash in our round-up of the stories you may have missed this week.
Afghanistan: Stay home, female Kabul government workers told September 19, 2021
It is the latest restriction imposed on Afghanistan's women by the country's new Taliban rulers.
Aukus: Australia defends role in security pact amid French condemnation September 19, 2021
The PM defends ending the multi-billion dollar agreement in favour of a new pact with the US and UK.
New Zealand warned of 'specific and credible' threat in Pakistan September 19, 2021
New Zealand Cricket said it took "the only responsible course of action possible" by pulling out of the tour of Pakistan this week.
England and Tottenham legend Greaves dies September 19, 2021
World Cup-winning England striker and Tottenham's record goalscorer Jimmy Greaves dies at the age of 81.
Russia election: Opposition complaints on final day of voting September 19, 2021
Political opponents complain of being silenced amid reports of fraud in the parliamentary vote.
Manny Pacquiao: Boxing star to run for Philippines president September 19, 2021
Manny Pacquiao is a senator in parliament and remains active in the ring after a successful career.
Isle of Wight Festival: Courtney Cox among stars spotted in photos September 19, 2021
Pictures from the Isle of Wight Festival show star names performing and soaking up the atmosphere.
Israel recaptures final Palestinian escapees September 19, 2021
The two were part of a six man group who tunnelled out of jail almost two weeks ago.
Migrants in Texas: Thousands moved to processing centres September 19, 2021
More than 10,000 people have gathered under a bridge in Del Rio, a Texas border town.
Time balls: The rise and fall of a timekeeping icon September 19, 2021
As Hull reintroduces its glittering time ball, a look at the history of these unusual time keepers.
Police outnumber protesters at right-wing Capitol rally September 19, 2021
A rally in support of jailed rioters draws a few hundred attendees - and more press and police.
History-making space tourists splash down to Earth September 19, 2021
The four amateur astronauts landed safely in the Atlantic Ocean after three days orbiting Earth.
Turkmenistan: Getting Covid in a land where no cases officially exist September 19, 2021
People in Turkmenistan are struggling to get treatment in a system that denies there are any cases.
Ethiopia: Fact-checking misleading images about hunger in Amhara September 19, 2021
Food shortages are worsening in Ethiopia but some images online are not what they claim to be.
Emmy Awards: 7 things to know ahead of the ceremony September 19, 2021
That's one possibility at this year's event, where Ted Lasso and The Crown are among other nominees.

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