Bank spells out chance of further rate cut this year
The Bank of England deputy governor spells out in a BBC interview there could be a further interest rate cut this year if economic conditions worsen. BBC News – Business
The Bank of England deputy governor spells out in a BBC interview there could be a further interest rate cut this year if economic conditions worsen. BBC News – Business
A US-backed alliance of Kurdish and Arab fighters has taken “almost complete control” of the IS-held Syrian town of Manbij, activists say. BBC News – Middle East
A fire during a birthday party at a bar in the northern French city of Rouen kills at least 13 people and injures six. BBC News – Europe
The 2016 Olympic Games are formally opened in a colourful ceremony celebrating Brazil’s history at Rio’s Maracana stadium. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
A 19-year-old man charged with the murder of a US tourist in a knife attack in London’s Russell Square is remanded in custody. BBC News – UK
Presidential candidate Donald Trump backs House Speaker Paul Ryan for re-election, days after snubbing him in a spat at the very top of the US Republican Party. BBC News – US & Canada