Macron aide Benalla: French police quizzed over assault video
Officers are suspected of leaking footage in a bid to help a presidential aide accused of assault. BBC News – Europe
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Former Farc rebels take seats in Colombia congress
President Santos welcomes Farc members to Congress, saying he is happy to see them respect the constitution. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Smart meters to cut energy bills by just £11, say MPs
MPs say smart meters will not deliver expected savings and their rollout will not meet a deadline. BBC News – UK
Nine US ‘duck boat’ victims from the same family – governor
Seventeen people were killed when an amphibious “duck boat” carrying tourists sank in stormy weather. BBC News – US & Canada
Phone scam: How Kenyans are losing money
Mobile phones in Kenya are like bank accounts – and fraudsters are trying to hack them. BBC News – Africa
Jewish nation state: Israel approves controversial bill
Prime Minister Netanyahu hails a “defining moment” as Israeli Arab MPs condemn the legislation. BBC News – Middle East