Watch: What are Americans voting for in this election?

Americans are heading to the polls for the 2026 midterm elections on 3 November.

The BBC's Madeline Gerber explains what's on the ballot and what the outcome could mean for the balance of power in Washington.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.

Watch: How Trump's mass deportation drive is playing out in Ohio

The BBC's Tom Bateman traveled to Springfield to see how President Donald Trump's immigration policies are affecting the community.

'Let's move on': Albertans react to separatist movement setback

Preliminary referendum results show that more than two-thirds of Alberta voters support remaining part of Canada, easing concerns over national unity.

The father and son on opposite sides of Alberta’s separation vote

Albertans are voting on whether to stay in Canada or pursue independence via a referendum, splitting even some close-knit families.

Every scrap of paper checked: Police hunting for synthetic drugs in Chicago jail

BBC News hears from users, dealers, prison and recovery workers as America battles with a deadly new drug epidemic.

Trump: New White House press secretary should 'reconsider' job

The president's comments come just days after Katie Zacharia held her first press briefing on Tuesday.

Community 'heartbroken and horrified' after Oregon school shooting

A 16-year-old killed three children and a teacher at a primary school in Oregon before he was killed by a bystander, police say.

'It's really hard to believe' - How Oregon primary school shooting unfolded

Three children aged 5, 8 and 11 and a teacher were killed after a 16-year-old suspect opened fire in the city of Bend, local police say.

Watch: 'A dollar on gas won't change our vote' - Iowans sticking with Trump

The BBC's Sarah Smith travelled across the state ahead of the midterms, as the president faces political headwinds.

Watch: What the data centre boom means for Arizona ahead of midterm elections

The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil travelled to the US state to hear from residents who live alongside these giant facilities.

What's going on between Kelly Clarkson and a Brooklyn store bird?

The Since U Been Gone singer claims she was "looked at as if I couldn't afford" an item in the store.

Watch: Witnesses describe 'traumatic' moment man fell out of Six Flags rollercoaster

One person has died and others were injured after an incident at a US amusement park.