NSA denies it knew of Heartbleed bug
The US National Security Agency denies it knew about or exploited the Heartbleed online security flaw. BBC News – US & Canada
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Kenya poaching drive hits officials
Kenya’s government suspends five officials from the wildlife service, amid growing alarm over the poaching of elephants and rhinos. BBC News – Africa
US Congress passes ban on Iran envoy
The US Congress passes a bill that would bar Iran’s pick for UN envoy from entering the country, as the White House signals opposition to the choice. BBC News – Middle East
Co-op Bank confirms £1.3bn losses
The Co-operative Bank has confirmed it has made a loss of £1.3bn for 2013 and said it will not pay out £5m to former executives. BBC News – Business
Venezuela in landmark crisis talks
Venezuela’s president meets opposition leaders in crisis talks aimed at quelling weeks of protests, in which dozens have died. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Omagh bombing accused remanded
A man accused of murdering 29 people in the 1998 Omagh bombing is remanded in custody. BBC News – UK