BBC travels inside occupied Lebanon as officials say Israel expanding positions

A BBC team joined a humanitarian mission of the UN peacekeeping force, which says Israeli troops are fortifying positions and continuing demolitions.

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.

Why US troops have a history in this raucous Thai city

The BBC’s Jonathan Head looks at the historical echoes of US troops arriving in Pattaya, a beach resort famous for its racy bars.

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.

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.

Video: US energy chief in Venezuela to sign controversial oil deal

US Energy Secretary arrived in La Guaira for the signing of a deal that will control much of Venezuela's oil reserves.

Ed Markey wins: Key takeaways from Massachusetts primary election results

Markey secures the Democratic nomination as Massachusetts voters back several of the state’s long-serving lawmakers.

Alex Eala cruises into US Open second round, top seed Zverev survives

Americans Madison Keys, Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz powered through to the second round alongside birthday boy Monfils.

Iran, US exchange new attacks: Who was hit in latest strikes?

Iran says the US bombed a wedding near the Strait of Hormuz; hits Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan in retaliation.

What we know about jailed HK activist Joshua Wong’s latest charge

What we know about jailed HK activist Joshua Wong’s latest charge