South Africa to clean up high-risk areas after 12 women killed
The deaths sparked a national outcry about the scale of violence against women in the country.
Six Flags shuts down X2 rollercoaster after hundreds allege brain injuries
The announcement comes after multiple lawsuits alleged that hundreds of riders suffered brain injuries from X2, a ride with seats that spin 360 degrees.
Spain announces ban on evictions after protests over 87-year-old woman’s removal from flat
The ban is part of a number of proposals that must be approved in parliament within 30 days.
‘I was lured into a trap’: Evan Gershkovich on moment that led to 16 months in Russian jail
The US journalist says he realised he was a “a pawn in a greater game” when he was not interrogated or tortured by FSB agents.
Israeli settlers attack West Bank village and block Palestinian family’s return home
Two homes belonging to the al-Tubasi family were set on fire and Israeli security forces were also targeted by settlers.
French PM warns against escalation of school protests after 164 arrested
Students are protesting over issues such as overcrowded classes, but the prime minister has condemned reports of violence.
Twelve women have been killed in one part of South Africa since July. Here’s what we know so far
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says the murders are a “stain on our national conscience”.
Nigerian attempts to break world record by dancing non-stop for seven days
Crowds have gathered in Lagos to watch Ben Dancer, who says he will carry on dancing until Tuesday morning.
Seoul summons Ukraine envoy over North Korean prisoner-of-war row
Last week Zelensky revealed Ukraine had sent two captured North Koreans to South Korea – which Seoul says was meant to be a secret.
Inside Yemen’s front-line city as Houthis battle for control
In rare access to Yemen’s conflict zone the BBC travels to the front line with pro-government soldiers.
Embattled Serbian president resigns, paving way for early elections
Aleksandar Vučić’s administration has been dogged by prolonged protests over allegations of corruption.
Two bodies found after avalanche hits Himalayan climbing group
Rescuers are looking for at least 10 Nepalese people who were preparing to take climbers up the Himlung Himal peak.
Two mass shootings in South Africa leave 27 dead
The two attacks hours apart come as the country struggles to stop high levels of gang-related armed violence.
Iranian minister says only negotiation can end conflict after Trump rejects Hormuz deal
The foreign minister says Tehran is waiting for an official rejection of a deal, despite the US President’s comments.
Four killed in helicopter crash near Montreal
The victims of the crash have not yet been identified, Quebec provincial police told the BBC.