Banks close 2,900 branches in three years, says Which?
Consumer group Which? identifies 2,900 branch closures in three years, with RBS shutting most. BBC News – Business
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Yemen war: UN calls for vital port of Hudaydah to stay open
Fighting continues around the Red Sea port of Hudaydah which provides a lifeline for aid. BBC News – Middle East
Doubts raised over Universal Credit roll-out
Some claimants have waited eight months for payment – but there’s no way back, says audit report. BBC News – UK
Germany migrant row threatens Merkel coalition
The German chancellor’s Bavarian allies rebel against her open-door immigration stance. BBC News – Europe
Nicaragua protesters stage national strike as clashes persist
Streets are deserted in the capital Managua but deadly anti-government clashes erupt elsewhere. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Ex-FBI chief Comey broke norms but not biased – watchdog report
The report criticises ex-FBI director James Comey for his handling of the Hillary Clinton investigation. BBC News – US & Canada