Respect for Marriage Act: Senate passes same-sex marriage bill
The bill now goes back to the Democrat-led House before President Biden signs it into law.
Scott Morrison: Former Australian PM censured over secret ministries
Scott Morrison has been formally condemned by MPs for giving himself extra powers while in office.
Ukraine war: Germany wary of new influx of refugees
As winter sets in, there are warnings that some communities cannot cope with more arrivals.
Davido son’s drowning: Could tragedy improve Nigeria safety for swimmers?
Nigerians consider how to prevent drowning accidents after the son of the Afrobeats star died in a pool.
Crocodile wrangler charged over fatal chopper crash
Reality TV star Matt Wright is accused of destroying evidence and other offences in Australia.
Ros Atkins on… China’s crackdown on Covid protests
The BBC’s Ros Atkins looks at how authorities have clamped down on protests against Covid measures.
Ukraine war: The surrender hotline for Russian soldiers
The “I Want To Live” project says it is getting up to 100 enquiries a day from invading troops.
Camels battle it out in Qatar beauty contest
The hoofed mammals from across the Gulf strut their stuff at a very different “World Cup”.
Oath Keepers: Two members of far-right militia guilty of US sedition
Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes has been found guilty of the rare charge.
Ukraine war: Nato pledges to provide more weapons and fix power grid
Millions of Ukrainians remain without power and water in freezing temperatures after Russian strikes.