The ransomware surge ruining lives

A coalition is calling for action from governments as victims describe crippling cyber-attacks.


Xueli Abbing: The abandoned baby who became a Vogue model

The 16-year-old's albinism led to her being abandoned as a baby but she is now a successful model.


Africa's week in pictures: 23-29 April 2021

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond.


'It's your device, you should be able to repair it'

The BBC talks to the volunteers running free workshops to help consumers fix broken gadgets.


'Heartbreaking' return to St Vincent's volcano-hit 'red zone'

A teacher returns to a village in St Vincent's restricted, volcano-damaged 'red zone'.


Australians stuck overseas 'abandoned' by their own country

Australians in India are the latest group to feel abandoned by their government amid virus fears.


Ransomware gangs target firms, schools and hospitals

More than 60 tech firm and law enforcement leaders want aggressive, urgent action against ransomware.


World's longest pedestrian suspension bridge to open in Portugal

Local residents tested out the 500m walkway, which spans a gorge in Portugal's Arouca Geopark.


Covid: Brazil passes 400,000 deaths amid slow vaccination

The 14-day average of deaths and cases in the country has seen a slight fall but remains high.


Why the proposed US ban on menthol cigarettes is controversial

Anti-tobacco groups say the industry has hurt black people. Opponents say a ban hurts just as badly.