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Cluster bombs: Biden defends decision to send Ukraine controversial weaponsBut the UK says it “discourages” the use of the weapon while Spain criticises the US decision. BBC News – US & Canada

Master Musicians of Joujouka: The Moroccan band who wowed GlastonburyThe Master Musicians of Joujouka have been performing for generations – and recently opened Glastonbury. BBC News – Africa

"Six-of-the-Best" Old-school Headteachers The expressions “headmaster” and “headmistress” have traditionally been used in UK schools for centuries. They obviously refer to a […]

Week of strikes to disrupt Tube services, RMT saysWeek of strikes to hit Tube services from 23 July in row over pensions and job cuts, RMT union says. BBC News – Business

Israeli artillery strikes Lebanon after anti-tank missile launchIsrael’s military says the shelling was a response to an anti-tank missile fired from south Lebanon. BBC News – Middle East

How a flood led family to discover slavery linkRichard Blake’s ancestors were able to buy a Scottish estate with their profits from slavery. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Lukashenko: No one came out of mutiny a hero, Belarus leader tells BBCThe Belarusian leader tells the BBC groups like Wagner must be watched closely to stop rebellions. BBC News – Europe

Wimbledon school crash: Girl, 8, dies after car hits buildingA woman is arrested after the crash into a school garden party in Wimbledon, south-west London. BBC News – UK

Trump aide Walt Nauta pleads not guilty in Mar-a-Lago documents caseWalt Nauta faces charges related to hiding secret records for the former president at Mar-a-Lago. BBC News – US & Canada

Africa's week in pictures: 30 June – 6 July 2023A selection of the best photos from across Africa and beyond this week. BBC News – Africa