‘Universal credit makes some worse off’
Cabinet minister Esther McVey says those who lose out can take on more work to boost their income. BBC News – UK
Craig Taylor
Storm Michael: Monster storm mauls US south-east
Michael, one of the strongest storms to hit the US, batters Florida and heads for the Carolinas. BBC News – US & Canada
Mohammed Dewji: Africa’s ‘youngest billionaire’ abducted in Tanzania
Masked gunmen kidnapped Mohammed Dewji as he was about to enter a swanky hotel gym, police say. BBC News – Africa
Hot summer gives boost to UK economy
The UK economy stagnated in August, but grew 0.7% over three months, figures indicate. BBC News – Business
‘Gay cake’ row: Supreme Court rules in favour of Ashers
The case began when Ashers bakery refused to make a cake with a slogan supporting same-sex marriage. BBC News – UK
Majorca flash flood kills at least five on Spanish island
Cars were washed away as huge waves of muddy water engulfed the east of the island, reports say. BBC News – Europe