Fighting for the Parthenon marbles

In the 1980s Greece demanded Britain return the Parthenon marbles, a sculptural frieze removed by Lord Elgin almost two hundred years earlier.

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Afghanistan conflict: Female judges shot dead in Kabul

The two women were targeted by gunmen while travelling to their office in a vehicle, officials say.

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Covid-19 cases force Australian Open players into lockdown

Dozens of top players are forced to isolate for 14 days, throwing their preparations into disarray.

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G7: UK to host Cornwall seaside summit in summer

The leaders of the US, France, Germany and other leading economies will meet in Cornwall in June.

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Dr Dre: Rap legend returns home after brain aneurysm

In a tweet, fellow rapper Ice-T said he had spoken to Dr Dre, who was "safe and looking good".

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Covid: Airport support scheme to open in England

The government is aiming to provide grants by April to mitigate the impact of Covid travel rules.

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Airline industry needs up to another $80bn to survive pandemic

The world's airlines need another $70-$80bn of government aid to get through the pandemic, the industry says.

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The Instagrammers who worry Iran

From "extreme" selfies to dancing to pop - the fun posts considered a crime.

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Are women let down by period trackers?

Millions of women use apps to track their menstrual cycle, but many say they do not work well enough.

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How Gambia is grappling with gruesome past under Yahya Jammeh

Gambia's truth commission has revealed tales of murder and torture that jar with Gambians' self image.

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Will the Trump corporate backlash make a difference?

After the storming of the US Capitol, Donald Trump is facing "a very different set of calculations".

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Wilmington 1898: When white supremacists overthrew a US government

In 1898 a white mob stormed Wilmington, North Carolina and forced locally elected leaders to resign.

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Lekki toll gate shootings: What really happened?

Mayeni Jones investigates what happened when the army opened fire on protesters in Lagos in October.

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The man startling millions of starlings with lasers

During starling season in winter, up to four million of the birds descend on Rome, covering streets and vehicles with their droppings.

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Covid-19: France begins 6pm curfew

Prime Minister Jean Castex said the measures would be in place for at least 15 days.

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SLS: Nasa's 'megarocket' set to fire up engines in crucial test

The four main engines for Nasa's new "megarocket" are to be fired in unison for the first time.

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Mount Semeru: Erupting volcano spews ash above Indonesia's Java island

Mount Semeru has erupted, pouring volcanic matter miles into the air and placing locals on alert.

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Capitol riots: What are far-right Trump supporters saying?

Members of the extreme right are searching for new online homes, amid paranoia that they are being ‘set up’ by the authorities.

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ICYMI: Spacing out and a famous frozen waterfall

From a fitness-obsessed sausage dog to other news in our weekly video round up: In Case You Missed It.

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Nepali climbers make history with winter summit of K2 mountain

K2, almost the height of Everest, is the world's last major mountain to be topped during winter.

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Biden inauguration: All 50 US states on alert for armed protests

National Guard troops from across the country descend on Washington DC amid tightened security.

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Uganda: Veteran leader Yoweri Museveni declared election winner

But his main rival Bobi Wine claims vote-rigging and vows to produce evidence.

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Armin Laschet elected leader of Merkel's CDU party

Centrist Armin Laschet is now in a good position to succeed Angela Merkel as Germany's chancellor.

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Dustin Higgs: Final execution of Trump presidency is carried out

The execution of Dustin Higgs, 48, is the 13th federal death sentence carried out since July.

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Covid: UK variant could drive 'rapid growth' in US cases, CDC warns

Health officials warn the highly contagious UK Covid variant could become the dominant strain by March.

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Trump's Christian supporters and the march on the Capitol

Christian supporters of President Trump were among the thousands who descended on Washington.

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Ethiopia's Oromia conflict: Why a teacher was killed 'execution-style'

An increasing number of civilians are becoming victims of the conflict in Ethiopia's Oromia region.

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Brexit: End to Gibraltar land border prompts joy and trepidation

For residents on both sides of the border there are hopes of an end to queues, but not everyone is convinced.

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India to begin first round of massive Covid vaccination programme

Health and frontline workers are first in line for jabs at vaccination centres across the country.

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Covid in California: The state is struggling to contain the virus

California's poor residents are among those hardest hit by the pandemic.

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US Election 2020: What do countries around the world want from Joe Biden?

The BBC World Service speaks to reporters in six regions around the world about the hopes and expectations for Joe Biden's administration.

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Martin Luther King Jr: New documentary on FBI surveillance

New documentary highlights extent of the FBI surveillance of the US civil rights leader.

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Project 17: One girl's quest for clean water in Rwanda

Joyce, 17, explores progress towards the goal of clean water for all in her country, Rwanda.

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Thailand allows visitors to play golf in quarantine

At six resorts, visitors will be able to play golf, rather than just having to isolate in their rooms.

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Several dead and hundreds injured in Indonesia

At least seven people are killed and hundreds injured in a quake on Sulawesi.

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Thailand allows visitors to play golf in quarantine

At six resorts, visitors will be able to play golf, rather than just having to isolate in their rooms.

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Trump takes final swipe at China's biggest companies

With just days left, the US president continues crackdown on Chinese firms with more sanctions and bans.

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Rules of origin: Why are Percy Pigs a headache for M&S?

Rules of origin are a key part of the UK's trade deal with the EU. What are they?

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Trump takes final swipe at China's biggest companies

With just days left, the US president continues crackdown on Chinese firms with more sanctions and bans.

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Biden unveils $1.9tn US economic relief package

The plan would help communities the US president-elect says have been hit hardest by the pandemic.

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North Korea unveils new submarine-launched missile

The show of military strength comes days before the inauguration of Joe Biden as US president.

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US has conceded too much to Taliban, says Afghan vice-president

The Afghan vice-president tells the BBC that the latest US troop withdrawal will lead to violence.

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Fleetwood Mac's Mick Fleetwood sells his recordings to BMG

The company acquires 300 recordings, or "18 hours of drumming", from the Fleetwood Mac founder.

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Biden unveils $1.9tn US economic relief package

The plan would help communities the US president-elect says have been hit hardest by the pandemic.

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China’s pressure and propaganda - the reality of reporting Xinjiang

In addition to heavy restrictions on journalists in the Xinjiang region, China alleges “fake news”.

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Taliban cracks down on 'costly' polygamy

The group's leader in Afghanistan says the practice is "inviting criticism". It's also proving expensive.

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Rajini Chandy: The 69-year-old Indian actress trolled for ‘too sexy’ photos

Rajini Chandy, a southern Indian actress, has raised hackles in a state where women still dress modestly.

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Villarejo: The rise and fall of the Spanish state's secret fixer

An undercover policeman now facing trial amassed a hoard of Spanish state secrets.

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German chancellor race: The men vying for Merkel's job

Three candidates are challenging to lead Angela Merkel's CDU, but the race may not end there.

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Uganda social media row raises question over regulation in Africa

There will be increasing tension between the platforms and African governments, analysts say.

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