Samsung sees record quarterly profit on chip demand
The world’s largest smartphone maker is thriving despite a political scandal and the Galaxy Note 7 recall. BBC News – Business
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Libya eastern commander Haftar declares Benghazi ‘liberated’
The leader of the self-styled Libyan National Army says the eastern Libyan city has been liberated. BBC News – Middle East
Mexico violence: 28 dead in prison fight in Acapulco
Rival gangs clashed in a jail in the city of Acapulco, and some of the victims were decapitated. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
France set to ban sale of petrol and diesel vehicles by 2040
After Donald Trump’s withdrawal from the Paris climate deal, France doubles down on pollution. BBC News – Europe
Grenfell fire: Inquiry head ‘lost room’ at residents’ meeting
Sir Martin Moore-Bick met survivors of the west London tower block fire on Thursday evening. BBC News – UK
G20: Trump and Putin to have first face-to-face talks
The eagerly-awaited encounter takes place on the sidelines of what is likely to be a divisive summit. BBC News – US & Canada