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Palestinian killed as Israeli settlers attack town after deadly shootingThe rampage in the occupied West Bank comes a day after Palestinian gunmen shot dead four Israelis. BBC News – Middle East

Honduras prison violence: Dozens killed in women's jail riotThe country’s president says she will take “drastic measures” after the loss of at least 46 lives. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Ukraine war: Zelensky admits slow progress but says offensive is not a movieSpeaking to the BBC, Ukraine’s leader stresses that the counter-offensive is not a Hollywood movie. BBC News – Europe

Interest rate rise expected after UK inflation shockPrices continue to rise much faster than expected, with UK inflation remaining at 8.7% in May. BBC News – UK

Missing Titanic sub search team expand search area as oxygen fears mountMore boats and underwater vehicles will join the search as the US navy helps analyse detected noises. BBC News – US & Canada

Former Mali basketball coach handed lifetime ban after abuse investigationAmadou Bamba one of five coaches and officials sanctioned after an investigation into allegations of sexual abuse. BBC News – Africa

Five Surprising “Island” Facts Did you know that the word “philomath” can be applied to a person who enjoys study and learning new facts. If that’s you, then I’m sure […]

Rent: 'We've got £1,750 a month and can't find anywhere'Tenants are spending 28% of their earnings on rent, the biggest proportion for a decade, new figures show. BBC News – Business

Controversial land sale puts Jerusalem Armenians on edgeA top priest is in hiding following at a secret deal for part of the Old City’s Armenian Quarter. BBC News – Middle East