Venezuela party in key congress
Venezuela’s governing United Socialist Party holds its first congress since the death of President Hugo Chavez last year. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Ed Miliband calls for public PMQs
The public should be able to question the prime minister in Westminster every week, just as MPs do, Labour leader Ed Miliband tells the BBC. BBC News – UK
California hit by raging wildfires
Two fast-moving wildfires in California threaten homes and could result in the evacuation of hundreds of people, officials say. BBC News – US & Canada
‘Boko Haram abductions’ in Cameroon
Boko Haram militants are suspected of carrying out two high-profile abductions in Cameroon and a church bombing in northern Nigeria. BBC News – Africa
UK economy back at pre-crisis level
The UK economy grew 0.8% in the second quarter and has now recovered the ground lost since the downturn began in 2008, according to official figures. BBC News – Business
Brazil frees up $13bn for economy
In a bid to stimulate the sluggish economy, the Brazilian central bank announces plans to reduce the amount commercial banks have to keep in reserve. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean