First class stamp price to rise to £1.10
Royal Mail says it has to balance price rises against higher costs and fewer letters being posted. BBC News – Business
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Iran protests: Rare cheetah cub Pirouz’s death mourned
The 10-month-old cub, which had clung to life, had become a symbol of hope for protesters. BBC News – Middle East
Rafael Viñoly: Uruguayan architect of London’s ‘Walkie Talkie’ dies aged 78
The Uruguayan also worked on Tokyo’s International Forum and Manchester City’s training ground. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Bakhmut: Fighting in the street but Russia not in control – deputy mayor
The city has seen months of intense fighting – despite its strategic value being questioned. BBC News – Europe
Rishi Sunak to end asylum claims from small boat arrivals
Anyone coming to the UK on a small boat will be removed to Rwanda or another country, under new laws. BBC News – UK
Six reasons Alex Murdaugh’s legal troubles are far from over
Alex Murdaugh’s lawyers say they will appeal against the guilty verdict, but he faces other charges too. BBC News – US & Canada