Sadiq Khan promises a ‘better’ London
Sadiq Khan pledges a “better” future for London as he is sworn in as the new mayor – while the Conservatives face questions over the tone of their election campaign. BBC News – UK
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Poles in anti-government protest
Thousands take to the streets in Warsaw to protest against the Polish government’s actions, which have been criticised by the EU as weakening the rule of law. BBC News – Europe
Colombia to use warplanes against gangs
Colombia announces it will use military force, including air strikes, against major criminal gangs. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Saudi oil minister removed in overhaul
The Saudi king announces a major government overhaul including the removal of the veteran oil minister as the country plans for life beyond oil profits. BBC News – Middle East
Canada wildfire ‘to double in size’
A huge wildfire which has devastated the Canadian oil town of Fort McMurray could double in size over the next 24 hours, as evacuations continue. BBC News – US & Canada
Kenya starts demolition of unfit houses
Kenya starts demolishing 226 houses condemned as unsafe, following a building collapse last Friday that killed at least 42 people. BBC News – Africa