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BBC News The view from countries where Trump's win really matters

An opportunity, a respite or a security fear - we assess how Trump's return to power is being viewed elsewhere.

BBC News Watch: Fast-moving California wildfire burns out of control

Thousands of people have been evacuated from their homes in Ventura County, near Los Angeles.

BBC News Trump victory 'major setback' to climate action

Trump's election will hit immediate efforts to tackle climate change, experts say - but the longer-term effect is less certain.

BBC News At least 40 killed in Israeli strikes on east Lebanon - health ministry

An Israeli official said the strikes, in the Baalbek and Bekaam regions, targeted Hezbollah operatives.

BBC News Why Kamala Harris lost: a flawed candidate or doomed campaign?

The vice-president failed to make the case that she would be different from her boss, President Joe Biden.

BBC News Australia plans social media ban for under-16s

The government says it wants to mitigate the "harm" social media is inflicting on children.

BBC News 'It's simple, really' - why Latinos flocked to Trump's working-class coalition

As well as winning over Hispanic voters, Trump improved his position in some surprising corners.

BBC News Moldova cleans up its act to attract foreign businesses

Deputy PM admits former Soviet state was until recently a 'highly corrupt country' - but insists things are changing fast.

BBC News 'We live in fear' - forced expulsions taint Kenya's safe haven image

Kenya's status as a sanctuary for refugees is questioned after the deportation of four Turkish nationals.

BBC News Will Trump's victory spark a global trade war?

Trump has promised tariffs on all foreign goods. If he follows through, many smaller economies may be forced to respond in kind.

BBC News How small gains delivered Trump a big win

How a shift in support among different groups added up to Trump regaining the White House.

BBC News Australia plans social media ban for under-16s

The government says it wants to mitigate the "harm" social media is inflicting on children.

BBC News Raygun retires from breaking after Olympic backlash

Rachael Gunn said the level of scrutiny around her performance made it difficult to keep competing.

BBC News German coalition on brink of collapse after Scholz fires key minister

The chancellor said he would call a vote of confidence in his government early next year.

BBC News Whole of Cuba loses power as Hurricane Rafael hits

The category three storm made landfall on Wednesday and is expected to bring storm surges and floods.

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