Emily Taylor

Theresa May says the government will stamp out abuses of workers’ pensions in failing companies.
BBC News – UK

Recriminations start after the US Senate fails to pass a new budget, leading to a shutdown of services.
BBC News – US & Canada

The group is found during a joint police and army operation after they were kidnapped on Wednesday.
BBC News – Africa

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Oklahoma City Thunder

The drinks giant is pledging to reclaim a used can or bottle for every one sold.
BBC News – Business

It says it marks the start of a planned invasion of northern Syria to wipe out Kurdish fighters.
BBC News – Middle East

Francis said there was no evidence a Chilean bishop had covered up another priest’s actions.
BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Accused of fraud over EU subsidies, Andrej Babis says the case against him is politically motivated.
BBC News – Europe

Victims will legally fight the decision to release rapist John Worboys but the government will not.
BBC News – UK

Jordyn Wieber and teammate Aly Raisman tell the child abuser: “The tables have turned, Larry.”
BBC News – US & Canada

The facility says claims new mothers were attacked on their way to feed their babies are “untrue”.
BBC News – Africa

The scenario has popped into every kid’s head. What would I get at the grocery store if I could get anything I wanted?
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The A’s have one of the best young catchers in the Minors in their system, and he continues to draw widespread attention.
OAK Homepage News

Tesco’s decision to alter its Clubcard scheme may be a sign of more change ahead, experts predict.
BBC News – Business

Officials warn the dignity and human security of millions of Palestinian refugees are at stake.
BBC News – Middle East

Pope Francis appeals for unity on a visit to the heartland of Chile’s longest-running conflict.
BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

The choice of Roger Torrent is the first step to reinstating local government.
BBC News – Europe

The UK government money will be spent on fencing, CCTV and infrared detection technology.
BBC News – UK

Congress bickers ahead of a Friday deadline to pass a temporary measure funding federal agencies.
BBC News – US & Canada

Merera Gudina is the first of more than 500 prisoners the government has said it will release.
BBC News – Africa