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It was his best season as a professional. No doubt about it.
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The US Federal Reserve votes to raise its benchmark interest rate by 0.25%, the second rise this year.
BBC News – Business

The battle for Raqqa must not happen at the expense of civilians, UN experts say.
BBC News – Middle East

Scientists warn that hydroelectric dams in the Amazon could have a significant impact on the environment.
BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Parents receive suspended jail terms after being found guilty of causing his death unintentionally.
BBC News – Europe

The blaze was unprecedented in its scale, the fire brigade says, as police warn the death toll will rise.
BBC News – UK

The attacker shot a top Republican lawmaker and two police officials during a firefight in Virginia.
BBC News – US & Canada

Saif al-Islam, freed in Libya last week after six years, is wanted for alleged crimes against humanity.
BBC News – Africa

A’s first baseman Yonder Alonso has overtaken 11-time All-Star Miguel Cabrera for first place among American League first basemen in the latest Esurance All-Star Game Ballot voting update, which was released on […]

The rising cost of foreign holidays and computer games helped to push up inflation last month.
BBC News – Business