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Hunter Biden: Judge questions tax crimes plea deal for president's sonThe agreement could spare Mr Biden prison time and prosecution on a more serious gun possession charge. BBC News – US & Canada

Niger coup attempt: President Mohamed Bazoum heldThe African Union condemns an “attempted coup d’etat” after President Bazoum is reportedly seized. BBC News – Africa

Virgin Media O2 to cut up to 2,000 UK jobsThe roles will go by the end of this year during what, the firm says, could be a “difficult” time. BBC News – Business

Israel judicial reform: Crowds confront police as key law passedPolice use water cannon to break up mass demonstrations as a controversial law is passed. BBC News – Middle East

Ecuadorean mayor shot dead by gunmanA gunman kills the mayor of the port city of Manta, Agustín Intriago, as gang violence soars. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Rhodes wildfires are 'like a biblical catastrophe'As tourists evacuate, the wildfires have come at great personal cost to the Greek island’s residents. BBC News – Europe

Surge in ill health will have major impact on NHSThe number living with serious health conditions will rise nine times faster than those of healthy working age. BBC News – UK

Justice department sues Texas over floating barrier in Rio Grande riverTexas officials argue the barrier will help deter migrants from crossing into the US from Mexico. BBC News – US & Canada

Algeria wildfires: Dozens killed and thousands evacuatedNorthern Algeria has been experiencing a record heatwave with temperatures reaching 48C. BBC News – Africa

Treasury to meet bank bosses over Farage rowMinister calls meeting with 19 banks over concerns accounts are closed due to political views. BBC News – Business