What to know about Ken Paxton, the impeached Texas attorney general
The Texas House's impeachment of state Attorney General Ken Paxton on Saturday was the latest in a string of legal woes that began shortly after the Republican was first elected in 2014.
2023-05-31 03:17
Lawmakers race to secure US debt deal votes as deadline looms
A deal to raise the debt ceiling must now pass in the narrowly-divided House of Representatives.
2023-05-30 02:54
Bola Tinubu - the 'godfather' who has been sworn in as Nigeria's president
After fighting military rule in the 1990s, Bola Tinubu feels entitled to become Nigeria's president.
2023-05-30 00:15
Erdogan survived the biggest test of his political career. What's next?
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday emerged as winner of the country's presidential election, proving himself resilient against the opposition bloc as he extends his rule into a third decade.
2023-05-29 21:15
Why Erdogan's victory matters for the West
Turkey's global strategic role has starkly increased following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
2023-05-29 19:18
Here's what's in the debt ceiling deal
After several weeks of tense negotiations, President Joe Biden and House Republicans have reached an agreement in principle to raise the debt ceiling and cap spending.
2023-05-28 19:26
Ukraine war: Russian Ambassador Andrei Kelin issues warning of escalation in Ukraine
Andrei Kelin tells Laura Kuenssberg Russia has "enormous resources" but UK and US weapons are to blame.
2023-05-28 01:22
Turkish election: Erdogan and Kemal Kilicdaroglu clash in final push for votes
The last hours of Turkey's presidential race turn sour as the candidates argue over refugees.
2023-05-27 23:28
Family of Aderrien Murry, 11, shot by police demands answers
The Mississippi boy was shot after calling police for help in a domestic disturbance, his family says.
2023-05-27 01:55
Sudan conflict: Hospital attacks potential war crimes, BBC told
Mounting evidence seen by the BBC suggests that medical facilities are being targeted by both sides.
2023-05-27 00:55
Ukraine war: Wagner may be smuggling weapons from Mali - US
The private Russian military group could be using African states to procure mines and other weapons.
2023-05-26 18:23
Congress close to deal before breaking for holiday, reports say
Negotiators are nearing a possible deal, US media report, ahead of a holiday weekend.
2023-05-26 13:20