Soldiers in Benin say they have seized power from President Talon
A message from the French embassy in Benin said gunfire had been reported near the residence of the president.
Category: World
Watch: BBC reports from scene of deadly Goa nightclub fire
India Editor Vikas Pandey visits the Indian nightclub where 25 people were killed in a blaze.
Bethlehem Christmas tree illuminated for first time since Gaza war began
Hundreds gathered in Manger Square to bask in the festivities that included music, dancing and Santas bearing sweet treats.
Hong Kong votes in election as city mourns deadly fire
The Legislative Council election is seen as a test of public sentiment following a deadly fire.
Some who knew Jeffrey Epstein may be scared for what more could still come out
Framed photos with presidents, princes and even the pope adorned the many homes of Jeffrey Epstein.
WFP warns of ‘massive’ humanitarian aid crisis in Sudan as war rages
The World Food Programme’s Carl Skau says the fighting is stopping aid from reaching millions in desperate need.
Yan upsets Dvalishvili to capture bantamweight championship at UFC 323
Petr Yan stunned favourite Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 323 in Las Vegas to end the Georgian’s 14-fight winning streak.
Lionel Messi, Inter Miami defeat Vancouver to win first MLS Cup title
The Argentinian super star capped off his third Major League Soccer season with the 47th trophy of his career.
Ukrainian city hit by ‘massive’ strike as peace talks in US conclude
Russia carried out strikes on Kremenchuk, while its defence ministry said it had shot down 77 Ukrainian drones in several locations.
Pete Hegseth defends US strikes on alleged drug boats
Pete Hegseth defends US strikes on alleged drug boats
Staff and tourists among 25 killed in Goa nightclub fire
Officials believe a gas canister explosion triggered the fire which tore through the busy nightlife venue.
Death toll from devastating Indonesia floods passes 900
More than 100,000 homes were destroyed when powerful rains lashed the South East Asian country last week.
A new museum in Doha celebrates Indian art legend MF Husain
Lawh Wa Qalam is dedicated to the late Indian artist whose prolific paintings fascinated the world.