Guinea-Bissau referendum approves new constitution that expands president’s powers
The sweeping reforms come in the wake of last year’s coup and ahead of a proposed return to civilian rule.
Why do US troops have history with this Thai city?
The BBC’s Jonathan Head looks at the links between the US troops and the resort city of Pattaya as an aircraft carrier arrives nearby after 250 days at sea.
Bus crash on Egypt’s Red Sea coast kills 16
Another 28 people are injured in the accident in the South Sinai governorate, officials say.
South Korea jails care home head for sexually assaulting disabled residents
The man, surnamed Kim, was handed a 15-year prison term for abusing three residents at the facility near Seoul.
Israel expanding presence in Lebanon, officials say, as BBC visits occupied areas
A BBC team joined a humanitarian mission of the UN peacekeeping force, which says Israeli troops are fortifying positions and continuing demolitions.
Zelensky says airlines should avoid Russian airspace as Ukraine escalates drone operations
Chinese and Gulf state airlines are among those still using Russian airspace. Meanwhile, Russia says it will intensify its own attacks on Ukraine.
US aircraft carrier docks near Thai beach resort Pattaya after record 250 days at sea
The USS Lincoln is docking close to Pattaya, known for its raucous nightlife, and for sex tourism.
Germany says Russia behind Leipzig airport drone attack
A drone carrying an explosive device was discovered at the airport close to Ukrainian cargo planes on 4 August.
Cup noodles made with cold water? BBC tries Japan’s viral snack
The BBC’s Tokyo correspondent Kurumi Mori tries Japan’s latest food trend, instant noodles made using cold water.
Ariana Grande completes tour and steps back from public life
The star makes an emotional farewell as she wraps up a tour she’s described as her “last hurrah”.
