Harvey Weinstein jailed for 23 years in rape trial The sentence finalises a dramatic fall from grace for one of Hollywood's most powerful figures. Go to Source
Le Drian case: Fraudsters who wore mask of French minister jailed The conmen wore a silicone mask of Jean-Yves Le Drian to trick wealthy people during video calls. Go to Source
Danube boat accident: Cruise ship captain goes on trial His cruise ship collided with a small boat carrying South Korean tourists in Budapest. Go to Source
Joe Biden extends lead over rival Sanders in Democratic presidential race The Democratic front-runner solidifies his lead after heading for a win in the key state of Michigan. Go to Source
Coronavirus: Troops sent to New York 'containment zone' The town of New Rochelle has a significant cluster of virus cases, according to New York officials. Go to Source
Taliban prisoner swap begins as part of Afghan peace talks Afghan President Ashraf Ghani agrees to release 1,500 Taliban prisoners as negotiations begin. Go to Source
Putin paves way for another presidential term Russia's president says the final decision would be in the hands of the Constitutional Court. Go to Source
Coronavirus: President Xi visits Wuhan to signal control of outbreak The Chinese president visits the epicentre of the outbreak, the city of Wuhan, for the first time. Go to Source
Calm returns to markets after share turmoil London's FTSE 100 share index stabilises after having seen the biggest fall for 12 years on Monday. Go to Source
Coronavirus: US Republicans self-quarantine amid outbreak Five politicians, including Sen Ted Cruz, isolate themselves, as President Trump says he is healthy. Go to Source
Inside a dangerously divided 'city of snipers' The BBC has gained exclusive access to Taiz, home to a long-running battle in Yemen's civil war. Go to Source
Coronavirus: Italy extends quarantine measures nationwide PM Giuseppe Conte says measures, including a ban on gatherings, are being extended to the whole country. Go to Source
Global shares plunge in worst day since financial crisis Global stocks plunge after a sharp fall in the oil price hits markets already reeling from the coronavirus. Go to Source
Afghanistan conflict: US begins withdrawing troops The withdrawal is part of an historic peace deal with the Taliban that aims to end the 18-year war. Go to Source
Coronavirus: Prisoners across Italy riot over new restrictions Six inmates are reportedly killed amid protests at 27 prisons over the suspension of all visits. Go to Source
US trading halted as shares plunge around the world Shares dive after a sharp drop in the oil price hits markets already reeling from the coronavirus. Go to Source
Coronavirus: Cruise ship Grand Princess to dock in California Authorities are preparing to disembark passengers from the ship, which has 21 coronavirus cases. Go to Source
Led Zeppelin did not steal Stairway To Heaven riff, appeals court rules A US appeals court rules the rock band did not steal the opening riff in Stairway To Heaven. Go to Source
Nigeria's emir of Kano dethroned for 'disrespect' Muhammadu Sanusi II, an outspoken Muslim ruler, has been at loggerheads with a local politician. Go to Source
Coronavirus: Italy in 'massive shock therapy' pledge to offset virus impact The Italian economy takes a hit, as millions try to adapt to new coronavirus restrictions. Go to Source
Shares plunge in worst day since financial crisis London's FTSE 100 faces its worst day since 2008, with billions wiped off the value of top firms. Go to Source
Twitter labels edited Biden video 'manipulated tweet' The misleading video, viewed almost six million times, was retweeted twice by President Trump. Go to Source
Coronavirus: Foreigners leave N Korea on first commercial flight for weeks One ambassador who had been quarantined for a month described the conditions as "morally crushing". Go to Source
Coronavirus: Italy death toll soars amid travel ban Italy's coronavirus death toll soars by 133 in a day to 366, as millions adapt to travel restrictions. Go to Source
Coronavirus: Ten dead in China quarantine hotel collapse The search for survivors continues at the building which was being used as a coronavirus quarantine facility. Go to Source
International Women's Day: Marchers around the world call for equality Protests raise awareness of discrimination on International Women's Day. Go to Source
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