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'The cost of living started my shoplifting': Why stealing goods is on the riseWith shoplifting on the rise, we speak to some people about why they do it and others about their experiences facing it. BBC News – Business

Six killed at Palestinian refugee camp in LebanonDeadly clashes broke out between rival factions in Ein el-Hilweh refugee camp over the weekend. BBC News – Middle East

Haiti: US nurse and child kidnapped, says charityThe US State Department is aware of reports and is in ‘regular contact’ with Haitian authorities. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Ukraine war: Putin says Russia does not reject peace talksThe Russian leader also sought to justify the arrest of critical voices, claiming they were harming the country from inside. BBC News – Europe

Rishi Sunak to set out energy security plans in ScotlandRishi Sunak is meeting senior figures from the oil and gas, renewable and nuclear industries this week. BBC News – UK

Rivals' silence at Iowa dinner shows Trump's dominance in 2024 raceAt key Iowa dinner only one Republican opponent challenged Trump head on – and he was roundly booed. BBC News – US & Canada

Niger coup: West African leaders threaten military interventionWest African leaders set a seven-day deadline for the junta to reinstate the ousted president. BBC News – Africa

Five Absolute Classic 'Cover' Songs A Few Song Facts Ever wondered how many songs there are in the world? The number is obviously dynamic, as new songs are constantly […]

NatWest row: Not helpful if chairman quits over Nigel Farage, says ministerAndrew Griffith’s comments come after PM Rishi Sunak refused to back Sir Howard Davies. BBC News – Business

Israel-Lebanon border tension raises fears of bloody escalationThe Israeli-Lebanon front line holds ever-present risks of a new and devastating conflict. BBC News – Middle East