General Motors fined $35m over recall
The US government fines General Motors $ 35m(£20.8m) for delays in recalling small cars with faulty ignition switches. BBC News – Business
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Arkansas court halts gay marriages
The highest court in the US state of Arkansas halts gay marriages there pending an appeal against a lower ruling overturning a voter-approved ban. BBC News – US & Canada
Co-op approves governance shake-up
Members of the Co-op vote in favour of sweeping reforms to the way the group is managed, following a series of failures at the organisation. BBC News – UK
Turkey toll 301 as mine rescue ends
Turkey is calling a halt to the Soma mine rescue operation after two more bodies are found, bringing the final death toll to 301. BBC News – Europe
Colombia and Farc reach drug deal
The government of Colombia and the Farc rebel group agree on a plan to deal with the illegal drug trade, at peace negotiations in Cuba. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Libyan rebels clash in Benghazi
A paramilitary force led by a retired army officer launches operation against “terrorists” in Benghazi, but the government condemns the move. BBC News – Middle East