The world in a glance.

Political turmoil in Indian border state as nine million lose voting rights

Nine million voters have been dropped from rolls in West Bengal, raising concerns over exclusion and fairness.

Pope prioritises world's fastest-growing Catholic region in major Africa tour

Leo XIV wants the world's attention on a continent vital to the Church's future, an aide says.

On patrol with Canadian forces securing the Arctic as global threats grow

Across 5,200 km of Canada's Arctic, its military spent two months on a mission to meet the challenges of a changing north.

Two thirds of underage Australians still have access to social media despite ban - study

More than 60% of underage Australians are still using social media despite the country's world-first ban introduced four months ago, new research suggests. 

Trump's threat raises risks and leaves predicaments unchanged

The conflict is now a test of wills - Iran’s capacity to absorb strikes versus Trump’s tolerance for the war's costs.

What is a naval blockade and how would it work in Strait of Hormuz?

Donald Trump says that the US is going to start blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice?

Eric Swalwell exits California governor race after sex assault allegations

Democratic representative suspends campaign after media reports detailed alleged accounts of sexual assault.

Rory McIlroy wanted to 'prove last year wasn't a fluke' with historic second Masters win

Rory McIlroy has achieved a historic win at the US Masters golf tournament, taking the title for the second year in a row.

Could the Iran war pose lasting risks to global food security?

United Nations warns impact could last well beyond conflict.

World reacts to Peter Magyar defeating Viktor Orban, Hungary’s longtime PM

Prime Minister Viktor Orban concedes defeat in election as results show Peter Magyar's Tisza party winning by landslide.

‘I’ve congratulated the victorious party’: Viktor Orban concedes

After 16 years as prime minister, Hungary’s Viktor Orban conceded defeat to opposition leader Peter Magyar.

Hungary’s Viktor Orban concedes defeat in parliamentary elections

Hungary’s Viktor Orban has conceded defeat to opposition leader Peter Magyar after 16 years as prime minister.

Polls close in Benin with finance minister expected to win election

Former President Patrice Talon has stepped down after two five-year terms.

Peter Magyar wins Hungary election, ending 16 years of Viktor Orban rule

Centre-right Tisza party wins two-thirds majority in parliament that would allow it to amend constitution.

Trump's blockade threat raises risks and leaves predicaments unchanged

The conflict is now a test of wills - Iran’s capacity to absorb strikes versus Trump’s tolerance for the war's costs.

Asha Bhosle: The sound of Bollywood dies aged 92

Her infectious voice got fans dancing and singing, becoming the soundtrack for generations of Indians.

Iranian authorities remain defiant, urge supporters to stay in streets

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who led Iran's delegation in talks to end the war, said US delegation 'failed to gain trust'.

Seven ways America can win the ceasefire and end the war

Trump needs to take decisive action to secure regional peace and a win in the midterm elections.

Video: Severe flooding closes schools in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia has ordered schools to close after severe flooding swept through parts of the country.

‘Blown to hell’: Trump orders Hormuz blockade after US-Iran peace talks end

US Navy to enforce blockade, Trump says after condemning Iran for blocking waterway, complaining of no deal in Pakistan.

Trump announces Strait of Hormuz blockade after US-Iran peace talks end

US Navy to enforce blockade, Trump says after condemning Iran for blocking waterway, complaining of no deal in Pakistan.

Peru votes for ninth president in less than decade

Voters to choose from 35 presidential candidates, including a comedian, a media baron and a political dynasty heiress.

Trump says US to blockade ships crossing Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump says the US Navy will immediately blockade the Strait of Hormuz.

Voters cast ballots in pivotal Hungarian election

Hungarians could see opposition leader Peter Magyar oust Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who has ruled for 16 years

At least 30 dead in stampede at Haiti’s historic Citadelle Laferriere

The fortress was packed before the annual celebration at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, authorities say.

Palestinians condemn storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israel’s Ben-Gvir

Israel’s far-right security minister storms mosque compound with protection, drawing condemnation from Palestinians.

Explaining Benin’s presidential election

Benin is voting for its next president. Al Jazeera’s Ahmed Idris is in Cotonou, explaining what’s at stake.

Lessons from the Iran war

The past month and a half have shown that the nature of modern warfare is shifting.

Irish government announces measures to ease fuel crisis after days of protests

Ireland's prime minister Micheal Martin has announced measures to ease the pressures of fast-rising fuel prices following major protests across the country.

Who is running US foreign policy? Varsha Gandikota and Jeremy Scahill

Varsha Gandikota-Nellutla asks journalist Jeremy Scahill who will benefit from the US-Israel war on Iran.

Legendary Bollywood singer Asha Bhosle dies aged 92

Indian singer Asha Bhosle, who sang on tracks for countless Bollywood films, has died at the age of 92.

'We need real peace': Ukrainians have little faith in Easter truce

Easter festivities are muted in Kharkiv as Ukrainians expect fighting to flare up again after a weekend truce.

Teen sprint star Gout powers to 200m win in 19.67 seconds

Gout Gout breaks the under-20 world record for 200m, while also making him faster than Usain Bolt at the same age.

The prophet and the mysterious death of Charmain Speirs

A BBC Disclosure investigation has uncovered significant questions about what happened at the hotel where Charmain died.

What happened in 40 days of war on Iran

Who got hit in the war on Iran? The attacks, the damage and the people caught in between.

Iran war: What is happening on day 44 of the US-Iran conflict?

US-Iran talks in Islamabad end without a deal, with each side blaming the other for the failure.

China unveils measures to improve ties with Taiwan after visit by opposition leader

China has said it is willing to resume some ties it had suspended with Taiwan, such as direct flights to cities across China, allowing in "healthy" television dramas and…

Hungarians vote on whether to end 16 years of Orbán rule and elect rival

Most polls favour Péter Magyar, who fronts a grassroots party, and early figures suggest a big turnout of voters.

At least 30 feared dead in crush at Haitian tourist site

The incident occurred at a "tourist event attended by many young people", Haiti's prime minister says.

Neymar has to prove his fitness for Brazil’s World Cup squad: Ancelotti

Brazil's coach says Neymar could be in contention for the squad if he attains full fitness in the next two months.

UFC 327: Ulberg wins light-heavyweight belt with knockout in front of Trump

Carlos Ulberg takes the UFC light heavyweight title with a first-round knockout win over Jiri Prochazka in Miami.

Pakistan urges US and Iran to uphold ceasefire after talks end

Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has insisted the US and Iran must uphold their ceasefire agreement.

Musician performs inside melting glacier to highlight climate crisis

Swiss musician To Athena has performed inside a cave in a melting glacier to highlight ice loss in the Alps.

Vance came to peace talks with a naive assumption - but the Iranians didn't cave

They talked for 21 hours. The highest-level meeting between the US and Iran since its revolutionary government came to power in the '70s.

Watch JD Vance’s full remarks after US-Iran talks end without deal

US Vice President JD Vance is leaving Pakistan, saying Tehran chose not to accept their ‘final and best offer’.

US delegation leaves Pakistan without reaching Iran deal

US Vice President JD Vance says the US delegation has failed to reach an agreement with Iran.

Iran must not charge tolls in Strait of Hormuz, UN maritime chief says

In interview with Al Jazeera, International Maritime Organization chief says world should reject tolls in waterway.

How Hungary's knife-edge election could impact the US and Russia

The BBC's Europe Editor Katya Adler reports from Prime Minister Victor Orbán's home town of Felscút.

Netanyahu next to Middle East map: ‘We strangled them and have more to do’

Standing by a map, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu describes how six countries wanted to strangle us’.

Why this disillusioned Trump voter spends hours searching Epstein files

Many who support the president have expressed frustration with how Trump's former attorney general Pam Bondi handled the Epstein files.