Italy earthquake: At least three Britons killed, official says
At least three British citizens were among those killed in the earthquake in central Italy, an official from the town of Amatrice tells the BBC. BBC News – UK
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Italy earthquake: Aftershocks hamper rescue efforts
Hundreds of aftershocks rock areas of central Italy devastated by an earthquake that left at least 250 people dead, hampering rescuers. BBC News – Europe
Colombians celebrate as peace deal is reached with Farc rebels
Colombians celebrate the announcement of a historic peace agreement to put an end to more than five decades of conflict. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Kenya athletes angry at Rio shanty accommodation
Kenyan athletes express anger after being stranded in a Rio shanty town where gunshots could be heard, after the closure of the Olympic village. BBC News – Africa
Crossbow used in triple Canada murder
Three people have been killed in Toronto, with one of the fatalities believed to be caused by a crossbow, say police. BBC News – US & Canada
Lloyds boss regrets ‘adverse publicity’ after reports of affair
The boss of Lloyds regrets the “adverse publicity and damage” caused by recent media coverage of his personal life. BBC News – Business