Israel is due to release hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in return as part of an exchange.
BBC Komla Dumor Award 2025 launched
Rising stars of African journalism are encouraged to apply for the award, which is now in its 10th year.
How world leaders are navigating their relationship with Trump
The US president is set to meet UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer – so what are the dos and don’ts?
Inside the Taliban’s surveillance network monitoring millions
The Taliban say 90,000 CCTV cameras in Kabul will reduce crime but there are fears for human rights.
The ‘hero’ ship fixing Africa’s internet blackouts – the BBC goes aboard
The BBC joins a mission aboard the Léon Thévenin to repair an undersea fibre optic cable.
Leaked recordings challenge Greek account of deadly shipwreck
Hundreds are thought to have died when the Adriana sank in international waters two years ago.
Watch: Behind the scenes at the Oscars red carpet rollout
The Academy Awards will take place on 2 March, with Conan O’Brien expected to host.
Pamela Anderson on missing out on Oscars, ditching makeup and ‘innocence’ of Baywatch
In a wide-ranging interview, the former Baywatch actress also explained why she no longer wears makeup.
What we know about US-Ukraine minerals deal
A Ukrainian official says Kyiv has agreed to the terms of a deal which would give the US access to mineral deposits.
Pokémon boss believes series can last another 50 to 100 years
CEO Tsunekazu Ishihara speaks to the BBC about the future of the world’s most valuable media franchise.
