Gap to close all 81 stores in UK and Ireland
The fashion chain says it will be online-only from the end of September. BBC News – Business
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Yemeni model facing unfair trial by rebel authorities – rights group
Intisar al-Hammadi, who denies the charge, was detained by the rebel Houthi movement in February. BBC News – Middle East
Colombian anti-government protesters topple Columbus statue
The statue of the explorer is the latest to be pulled off its pedestal during anti-government protests. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
HMS Defender: Russia’s Putin accuses UK and US of military provocation
The Russian president says last week’s naval incident off Crimea was co-ordinated to test Moscow. BBC News – Europe
Covid: NHS plans booster jab for those 50 and over before winter
The UK’s vaccine committee says winter could see spikes in flu and Covid, putting pressure on the NHS. BBC News – UK
Canada weather: Dozens dead as heatwave shatters records
The country has recorded its highest ever temperature – 49.6C (121.3F) – for the third day in a row. BBC News – US & Canada