French and German leaders mark WW1
The presidents of France and Germany commemorate the 100th anniversary of Germany’s declaration of war on France. BBC News – Europe
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Bolt claims maiden Commonwealth gold
Usain Bolt anchors Jamaica to a comfortable victory in the Commonwealth Games 4x100m relay at Hampden Park. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Navy helping Britons leave Libya
A Royal Navy ship helping Britons to leave Libya amid worsening violence in the country is now at sea and heading to Malta, the MoD says. BBC News – UK
Idol contestant Johns dies at 35
American Idol finalist Michael Johns, who appeared on the seventh series of the TV singing contest, dies at the age of 35. BBC News – US & Canada
US to send 50 experts to fight Ebola
The US will “surge” its response to the worst-ever outbreak of Ebola by sending at least 50 public health experts to West Africa. BBC News – Africa
Judge urges Argentina default talks
In the first hearing since Argentina defaulted on its debts, US judge Thomas Griesa calls for negotiations to be resumed urgently. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean