Democrats have swept the midterms elections, reclaiming control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives. The historic sweep has stripped President Donald Trump of legislative control for his final two years in office, leaving him to navigate the political landscape with reduced power.
The BBC's Nada Tawfik breaks down what Trump could do next after losing both chambers of Congress.
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Three years before crash, young co-pilot spoke of earning pilot licence
US media have reported that one of the victims was the plane's 20-year-old copilot.
Dashcam footage captures Florida private jet crash
The US transport secretary says all nine passengers were killed in the incident on Sunday.
What's in Christa Pike's first public statement since botched execution?
The BBC's Ione Wells looks at what Pike says in her statement about surviving two lethal injection attempts.
How to tell which US political party is which
The BBC's Lucy Woodham explains why a blue donkey and a red elephant are used in US politics.
What's at stake for Trump in the US midterms?
Anthony Zurcher explains how the results of the midterm elections could reshape the rest of Trump's presidency.
Sir Patrick Stewart: The life of an iconic actor
The renowned British actor died after "a brief and poignant journey" with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy Body Dementia, his spokesperson says.
'A big loss' - Fans react to death of Sir Patrick Stewart
Admirers of the Star Trek actor gathered at his Hollywood Walk of Fame Star in Los Angeles to pay tribute to his life and acting career.
From watching Star Trek to knighthood - Sir Patrick Stewart's memorable BBC moments
The actor was a familiar face across the BBC over the years, appearing on programmes like The Graham Norton Show and HARDTalk.
Voter voices: Which issues matter most to Americans?
As part of our Voter Voices series, the BBC asked Americans across the country what issue will influence how they vote.
Has Flávio Bolsonaro left Brazil to evade justice?
The BBC's Ione Wells looks at whether the defeated right-wing presidential candidate travelled to the US to avoid an ongoing criminal investigation.
What we know as Flávio Bolsonaro lands in US after Brazil election loss
The BBC's Ione Wells unpacks Bolsonaro's journey to Miami after losing Brazil's presidential election and facing a passport surrender order.
Watch: Moment Flávio Bolsonaro arrives in Florida
The defeated Brazilian presidential candidate arrived in the US by private jet on Tuesday morning with his wife and two daughters.
What we know about Flávio Bolsonaro’s whereabouts
The BBC's Ione Wells explains recent developments after the US said it would issue visas to the defeated right-wing presidential candidate and his family.
'You're lying' - US and Cuban officials get into shouting match at UN
Cuban delegates reacted in response to claims from US ambassador Mike Waltz that the Havana government has profited off the forced labor of its citizens.
'I earned the respect': First woman football captain at University of Manitoba
Maya Turner was recently named one of the University of Manitoba's seven captains, becoming the first woman to hold the position in the school's history.
Trump v Obama - which president has the star power to get out the vote?
The BBC's Sarah Smith followed the current and former presidents as both parties hope their biggest names can drive midterm turnout.
Watch: BBC asks Democrat El-Sayed about tight Michigan Senate race
The BBC's Sarah Smith asks Democrat Abdul El-Sayed why polls suggest his contest against Republican Mike Rogers is so close.
Who actually controls Ukraine's access to Starlink?
President Zelensky says limits to the technology continue to affect Ukrainian forces, while US officials and Elon Musk offer conflicting accounts of who controls it.
Watch: 'It's part of the culture' - New York bans horse-drawn carriages after more than 160 years
The BBC's Madeline Halpert spoke to city tourists, residents and horse carriage workers about the industry and their opinion on the ban.
Damaging hail pelts Phoenix in rare storm
Videos from the Arizona capital show people sheltering inside a car as hail smashes the windscreen, while intense downpours covered neighbourhoods in ice.
