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McDonald's abuse: MeToo hasn’t helped these teenage workersSix years on from the Weinstein scandal, McDonald’s workers say they face a hostile environment. BBC News – Business

Greek coastguard 'pressured' disaster survivors to blame Egyptian menNew evidence further challenges the official version of last month’s deadly sinking. BBC News – Middle East

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Lionel Messi: Inter Miami unveil Argentina forward to sold-out crowdInter Miami unveil Lionel Messi as their new number 10 in front of a sold-out crowd in Fort Lauderdale. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Ukraine war: Russia says Crimean bridge partially open to cars againMoscow accuses Ukraine of attacking its huge sea bridge with drones, killing two people. BBC News – Europe

McDonald's workers speak out over sexual abuse claimsMore than 100 current and recent McDonald’s workers tell the BBC about sexual assault, harassment and racism. BBC News – UK

California crews battle wildfires in extreme heatOne woman reportedly suffered severe burns and was airlifted to hospital amid the brush fires. BBC News – US & Canada

LGBT rights in Africa: Will Kenya be the latest to pass anti-gay law?Homophobia is rising in parts of Africa, with lawmakers pushing for tougher anti-LGBTQ legislation. BBC News – Africa

Fuel retailers urged to back government price sharing schemeThe energy secretary is asking supermarkets and petrol stations to publish prices to aid competition. BBC News – Business

Iran's morality police to resume headscarf patrolsThe controversial police unit enforces Iran’s strict dress code and has been accused of brutality. BBC News – Middle East

Lionel Messi: Inter Miami sign Argentina forward until end of 2025Argentina forward Lionel Messi signs for American MLS side Inter Miami on a deal that runs until to the end of 2025. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic to win Wimbledon men's titleCarlos Alcaraz wins the Wimbledon men’s singles title for the first time by ending Novak Djokovic’s recent dominance with a stunning victory. BBC News – Europe

Plan to crack down on 'rip-off' university degreesUniversity courses will have to limit student numbers if they do not lead to highly-skilled jobs. BBC News – UK

Extreme heat intensifies across south-west USMore than a dozen states are under warnings with the brutal conditions showing no sign of abating. BBC News – US & Canada

Kennedy Road fire: Hundreds of Durban homes destroyed in South AfricaAt least one person is known to have died as a fire sweeps through a poor neighbourhood of Durban. BBC News – Africa

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Disposable vapes: Councils call for total ban by 2024The vapes are a hazard for bin lorries, difficult to recycle and too appealing to children, they say. BBC News – Business

Terms of Syrian offer on aid deliveries unacceptable, says UNSyria had said it would continue to allow aid through a border crossing relied on by 4.1 million people. BBC News – Middle East

US-Mexico border: Will a 'floating wall' barrier in the Rio Grande deter migrants?Some fear the controversial new barrier may make the crossing more dangerous for migrants. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Europe heatwave: Red alerts issued in 16 Italian citiesHealth warnings for Rome and elsewhere come as extreme weather scorches southern and central Europe. BBC News – Europe