More than half of Puerto Rico without power as Hurricane Ernesto strengthens
Almost 1m buildings do not have access to electricity after Ernesto swept across the Caribbean island. Read More
North Korea to reopen for tourism after five years
Two China-based tour operators say tourists will soon be allowed to visit Samjiyon city in the north. Read More
Argentina’s ex-president accused of abusing partner
Alberto Fernández’s ex-partner alleges psychological threats and physical aggression – charges he denies. Read More
Indian women lead night protests after doctor’s rape and murder
Tens of thousands of women march through Kolkata in protest against the rape and murder of a doctor. Read More
Party error sees 100 candidates miss Australia election
More than 100 candidates cannot run in New South Wales after the Liberal party misses a nomination deadline. Read More
The Notebook actress Gena Rowlands dies at 94
The Hollywood legend has been racking up acting awards since the 1950s. Read More
Columbia University president resigns after Gaza protests turmoil
Minouche Shafik’s resignation comes a year after she took the position at the Ivy League university. Read More
Hamas will not join Gaza ceasefire talks, senior official says
Mediators make urgent push for deal after the killing of Hamas’s leader raises fears of regional war. Read More
Ernesto becomes hurricane after battering Puerto Rico
The tropical storm turned into a Category 1 hurricane shortly after causing widespread flooding on the island. Read More
Lebanese hold their breath as mediators scramble to avert all-out war
Locals in the capital Beirut tell the BBC their fears of another war between Israel and Hezbollah. Read More