US storm triggers deadly tornadoes
At least five people have been killed by tornadoes as a huge storm system sweeps across the central and southern United States. BBC News – US & Canada
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UK helicopter crash personnel named
Five UK service personnel who died in a helicopter crash in southern Afghanistan are named by the Ministry of Defence. BBC News – UK
Muslims leave CAR capital Bangui
Peacekeepers escort a convoy of more than 1,200 Muslims out of Bangui, the capital of the Central African Republic. BBC News – Africa
Car insurance costs ‘fall sharply’
Car insurance premiums have decreased sharply with the average price falling by more than £100 for the first three months of the year, figures suggest. BBC News – Business
Abbas ‘still seeks’ Israel talks
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas says he is still ready to extend peace talks with Israel, despite a recent breakdown in the process. BBC News – Middle East
Brazil military torturer found dead
Brazilian ex-army colonel Paulo Malhaes, who recently admitted to killing prisoners during military rule, is murdered by unknown men in his home. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean