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Afghan MPs halt women's law debate
The Afghan parliament interrupts debate on a law to prevent violence against women, with conservatives calling for it to be scrapped.
Protest rally over school shake-up
Hundreds are expected at a rally in Cardiff ahead of planned strike action over school changes in the autumn.
In pictures: English ritual year
English rituals marking the changing seasons
VIDEO: Violence after Spanish Cup Final
There have been violent scenes in the Spanish capital after Atletico Madrid beat Real Madrid in the Spanish Cup Final.
Hollande signs gay marriage bill
President Francois Hollande signs into law a controversial bill making France the ninth in Europe, and 14th globally, to legalise gay marriage.
Emergency aid for farmers to begin
An emergency aid scheme for farmers facing difficulties with fodder shortages has come into will come into effect from midnight on Saturday.
VIDEO: Inquiry urged into Russian spy death
The widow of the former Russian spy Alexander Litvinenko has called for the upcoming inquest into his death to be abandoned and replaced with a public inquiry.
VIDEO: Many hurt in train crash near NYC
At least 60 people have been injured after a commuter train derailed and collided with another just outside New York City.
Warrington draw Huddersfield in Cup
Holders Warrington Wolves will face Huddersfield Giants in the quarter-finals of the Tetley's Challenge Cup
Russia reveals CIA chief's identity
Russia publicly names the man it believes to be the US intelligence chief in Moscow, a breach of diplomatic protocol.
Litvinenko widow calls for inquiry
The widow of former KGB spy Alexander Litvinenko calls for the inquest into his death to be abandoned and replaced with a public inquiry.
Deadly floods sweep southern China
Flooding and landslides across nine southern Chinese provinces leave more than 50 people dead and 14 missing, officials say.
Tory 'loons' remarks on front pages
Remarks about Tory 'loons' dominate
VIDEO: Would-be robber struck by bus
A would-be robber had a lucky escape after he was struck by a bus, moments after he snatched a woman's mobile phone in Bogota, Colombia.
Jewel theft at Cannes film festival
More than $1m (£650,000) worth of Chopard jewels, to be worn by stars for the Cannes film festival, are stolen from a hotel room in the city.
VIDEO: Thieves swoop in Cannes jewel heist
French police are investigating after jewellery was stolen from a hotel in Cannes.
Lawyer denies OJ Simpson's claims
OJ Simpson's former lawyer rebuts claims by his former client he botched his defence in an armed robbery case.
Revision techniques - the good, the OK and the useless
The good and the useless, according to psychologists
Deep sea 'gold rush' moves closer
The prospect of a deep sea "gold rush" opening a controversial new frontier for mining on the ocean floor has moved a step closer.
US criticises Russia over missiles
The US chides Russia for what it calls an "unfortunate decision" to send missiles to the Syrian government, saying it will prolong the suffering.
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