Gabon coup: Why military takeovers are all the rage
Gabon is the latest African state to be hit by a coup, raising fears about the future of democracy.
1970-01-01 08:00
Coins and medal found in mysterious West Point time capsule from 1820s
The military academy first thought the 200-year-old box was empty. Closer study revealed otherwise.
1970-01-01 08:00
Gabon coup leaders name General Brice Oligui Nguema as new leader
Brice Oligui Nguema is named transitional leader after the overthrow of President Ali Bongo.
1970-01-01 08:00
North Korea says it simulated nuclear strike on South
South Korea reports missiles landing in the sea after the North says it launched two.
1970-01-01 08:00
Beekeepers to the rescue after 5 million bees fall off truck in Canada
One beekeeper who came to the rescue described a cloud of "angry, confused and homeless" bees.
1970-01-01 08:00
Nerves and patriotism in Moscow after 18 months of war
The BBC's Will Vernon finds resignation, patriotism and nervousness on the streets of Moscow.
1970-01-01 08:00
Florida takes stock in Storm Idalia's aftermath
More than 440,000 people are still without power as Idalia, now a tropical storm, moves into Georgia.
1970-01-01 08:00
Is India exporting food inflation to the world?
India is keeping domestic food prices in check with export bans - but what does this mean for the world?
1970-01-01 08:00
Is China's economy 'a ticking time bomb'?
The world's second largest economy faces deep-rooted challenges in the years ahead.
1970-01-01 08:00
Nuclear weapons testing cause of radioactivity in wild boars, study says
Scientists previously believed Chernobyl was the main cause of radioactivity in Europe's wild boars.
1970-01-01 08:00
Meloni's partner Andrea Giambruno criticised for Italy rape remarks
Italian TV host Andrea Giambruno denies claims of victim blaming after a series of rape attacks.
1970-01-01 08:00
Girl, aged three, dies in County Laois collision
Irish police say 11 people have died in road traffic collisions since Friday.
1970-01-01 08:00