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France raises security level after school knife attackFrance is put on its highest counter-terrorism alert, following the death of a teacher stabbed at a high school. BBC News – Europe

The 'gay tax' facing same-sex couples starting a familyCouples are still paying thousands before they can access NHS fertility treatment, the BBC finds. BBC News – UK

Trump-backed Jim Jordan chosen as Speaker nomineeIt is still unclear whether the Ohio congressman has enough support to win a majority in the House. BBC News – US & Canada

Russia to build nuclear plant to meet Burkina Faso's energy needsThe deal comes after junta leader Capt Traore asked President Putin to help set up a nuclear plant. BBC News – Africa

King Charles III new coin designs revealedThe entire set of circulating coins have been given a makeover to mark the new monarch and the natural world. BBC News – Business

Israel sends soldiers to north fearing attack from Hezbollah in LebanonThe tension is palpable as Israel reinforces its border against the threat from Hezbollah. BBC News – Middle East

Amazon drought: Stranded boats and dead fishA severe drought in the Brazilian Amazon is disrupting transport, isolating communities and killing wildlife. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

France bans all pro-Palestinian demonstrationsThe move comes as European governments fear a rise in antisemitism triggered by the Israel-Hamas war. BBC News – Europe

UK to deploy Royal Navy ships to support IsraelDowning Street says it will be on standby to “deliver practical support to Israel”. BBC News – UK

US House paralysed as Scalise scrambles for votesHouse Republicans are unsure whether their choice for Speaker has earned enough support in the party. BBC News – US & Canada