Culiacán in northern Mexico has seen a surge in violence as rival factions of the Sinaloa cartel battle for control.
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Threat of further violence looms after Mexican cartel rampage
The BBC speaks to Guadalajara residents days after cartel members sought to avenge the killing of Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera.
Political outsiders are up against Thailand’s powerful patronage system, defeated MP tells BBC
The People’s Party’s hopes were dashed on the rocks of the old-style patronage networks which dominate provincial politics.
Analysis: Trump issues patriotic rallying cry with eye on crucial elections
The BBC’s Anthony Zurcher says the US president appealed to his base and taunted his opponents in a marathon speech.
Hong Kong lodges ‘strong protest’ after Panama takes control of canal ports
Last month, Panama’s Supreme Court cancelled the contracts of a Hong Kong based firm that allowed it to operate the ports.
Probe under way after illness kills 72 tigers in Thai tourist park
Authorities say samples showed the canine distemper virus, but have not confirmed where it came from.
Celebrity doctor Peter Attia steps down from CBS over Epstein links
The health influencer’s spokesman says he wants to avoid his association with the late sex offender becoming “a distraction”.
Russian soldiers tell BBC they saw fellow troops executed on commanders’ orders
Four men expose the horror and brutality of conditions in the Ukraine war, with two saying they saw soldiers being shot for refusing orders.
Trump threatens countries that ‘play games’ with existing trade deals
The threat comes after the Supreme Court ruled on Friday that Trump had exceeded his authority in enacting a sweeping global programme of tariffs.
Minnesota Vikings receiver Moore dies aged 25
The Minnesota Vikings have paid tribute to Rondale Moore after the 25-year-old’s death.