Napoleon Bonaparte's hat to go on sale at Paris auction
The black bicorne felt hat was a trademark of the French emperor, and is expected to fetch up to €800,000.
2023-11-19 08:55
Myanmar: Eight children killed in military strike on school in Chin State
Insurgents have fought elsewhere in Chin State but not in the village targeted by the army on Wednesday.
2023-11-17 18:21
A turning point in Myanmar as army suffers big losses
This is the most serious setback suffered by the junta since it seized power in February 2021.
2023-11-09 08:47
The Rock waxwork museum working on 'urgent' skin tone fix
Paris's Grevin museum promises to address concerns over the skin tone of its life-sized figure.
2023-10-24 16:58
Bristol's Sustainable Fashion Week makes global impact
Its third year saw the Bristol idea expand across the UK, and in India, Papua New Guinea and the US.
2023-10-08 16:16
Brazil's top court boosts indigenous rights in landmark ruling
The Supreme Court sets a precedent for land claims by restoring territory to the Xokleng people.
2023-09-22 05:23
Ashton Kutcher resigns from anti-child abuse charity over support for rapist Danny Masterson
The actor says his letter of support for rape convict Danny Masterson was an "error in judgement".
2023-09-16 06:46
Daca: US programme for child migrants ruled unlawful
About 580,000 "dreamers" are currently enrolled in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals programme.
2023-09-14 06:52
Judge to sentence actor Danny Masterson to prison for two rapes
The star of That '70s Show will learn his punishment after victim impact statements are read in court.
2023-09-07 23:48
Cuban priest's fight to claim asylum in UK
Father Juan Carballosa says he faces imprisonment in his home country.
2023-08-21 13:52
Migrant boats in the Mediterranean: Why are so many people dying?
The BBC explores the many reasons why the central Mediterranean is among the deadliest migration routes.
2023-08-13 09:45
Texas woman seriously injured after hawk drops snake on her
A passing hawk dropped a snake on Peggy Jones while she mowed grass, leading to a three-way struggle.
2023-08-09 09:15