UK heatwave: Hottest day on record likely with highs of up to 42C
Extreme heat warnings are in force as health and transport systems struggle to cope with rising temperatures. BBC News – UK
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Parkland school shooting: Gunman faces death penalty as trial opens
He pleaded guilty to 17 counts of first-degree murder last year over the attack at a Florida school. BBC News – US & Canada
Zimbabwe food crisis: Replacing maize with sorghum and millet
Farmers are urged to grow sorghum and millet, not just maize, to tackle drought and food shortages. BBC News – Africa
Union calls for heat limit law in workplaces
The GMB union says workers need protection as a red warning for extreme heat in parts of England begins. BBC News – Business
Biden offers Palestinians warm words but deep rift remains
The US president brings words of support to the West Bank, but scant sign of political progress. BBC News – Middle East
Haiti gang violence: UN votes to ban small arms sales
A security council resolution also imposes sanctions against gang leaders. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean