Gap to close all 81 stores in UK and Ireland

The fashion chain says it will be online-only from the end of September.

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Bangladesh elephants rescued after fleeing into Bay of Bengal

The pair were separated from their herd in Myanmar and rescued by local authorities and fishermen.

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Bill Cosby's sex assault conviction overturned

US comedian Bill Cosby's sex assault conviction overturned by top Pennsylvania court, paving the way for his release

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US embassy in Warsaw publishes video condemning LGBT hate

A video titled #WordsMatter highlights hateful messages left under posts about equality.

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Covid in Namibia: Mortuaries at capacity

President Hage Geingob says the country faces a "sombre moment" as coronavirus deaths rapidly rise.

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Green Saving Bond details revealed - except for one key factor

Savers' money will go to the government for environmental projects, but the interest to be paid remains unknown.

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Bank of England's Andy Haldane voices 4% inflation fear

The Bank of England's departing chief economist warns that the risk of high inflation is "rising fast".

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Trump Organization expected to be charged over tax

The firm and its chief financial officer are set to be charged with tax-related crimes, reports say.

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Tour de France spectator arrested over sign crash

The woman's sign brought down dozens of cyclists during the first stage of the race on Saturday.

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Canada weather: Canadians enduring 'unbearable' heatwave

Dozens of people have died in Canada as temperatures reach a record-breaking 49.6C (121F).

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HMS Defender: Russia's Putin accuses UK and US of military provocation

Russia's president says last week's naval incident off Crimea was co-ordinated to assess Moscow's response.

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Paris threatens e-scooter ban after woman's death

Electric scooter providers in the French capital could lose licences if safety issues are not tackled.

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Covid-19: Huge crowds seek vaccine as Indonesia cases soar

Thousands of people surround an Indonesian vaccine centre as the country faces a severe outbreak.

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Yemeni model facing unfair trial by rebel authorities - rights group

Intisar al-Hammadi, who denies the charge, was detained by the rebel Houthi movement in February.

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Tradespeople shortages develop as EU workers leave

The founder of Homeserve says there aren't enough tradespeople EU workers leave and demand rises.

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Recovered Picasso painting slips on to the floor

The Picasso artwork Head of a Woman was being shown off during a news conference when this happened.

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Pandemic opened people's eyes to the value of tech - Dixons boss

Alex Buldock says the pandemic and working from home opened people's eyes to the value of tech.

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Tucker Carlson: NSA denies spying on Fox News host

Carlson accused the US security agency of planning to force him off air, citing a whistle-blower.

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The Yankees' 70-year-old bat girl

Decades after she was told girls couldn't do the job, she got a chance to live her childhood dream.

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Teneo PR firm boss quits over drunken misconduct claims

Declan Kelly steps down over what he called "an inadvertent, public and embarrassing mistake".

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China pressure 'undermining Australian universities', report says

Human Rights Watch says China pressure is undermining academic freedom at Australian universities.

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Most Indians oppose interfaith marriage, survey shows

A study said members of India's major religious communities often don't feel they have much in common.

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Kim Kardashian's Skims to design Team USA underwear

The reality TV star says her shapewear company will supply the female members of the US Olympic team.

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Black Widow: Japanese serial killer loses death sentence appeal

Chisako Kakehi was found guilty of murdering three romantic partners in Japan for insurance payouts.

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Miami building collapse: What could have caused it?

The search for survivors continues but experts must now piece together what caused a Miami apartment block to collapse.

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King Maswati not fled Eswatini's violent protests - PM

The statement was made after a night of clashes between the security forces and those wanting reform.

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Foreign business leaders may get quarantine exemption

Executives visiting England from amber-list countries will not need to isolate if trip is a big economic benefit.

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French lesbians and single women to get IVF rights

After years of heated debate France is to extend fertility treatment to lesbians and single women.

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Colombian anti-government protesters topple Columbus statue

The statue of the explorer is the latest to be pulled off its pedestal during anti-government protests.

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Rare black hole and neutron star collisions sighted twice in 10 days

Separate collisions of a neutron star and a black hole are detected in a short space of time.

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Lebanon banks close in solidarity after assault on staff

Dozens of men stormed Lebanese Swiss Bank's HQ on Monday, trying to access closed accounts.

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Vicky Hernández: Court says Honduras to blame for trans woman's murder

In a landmark court decision, Honduras is ordered to make changes to protect its LGBT community.

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Brewdog: Watchdog urged to probe solid gold can prize claim

The brewery company could be in hot water as winners dispute the value of the "solid gold" beer cans.

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Makeup firm Revolution Beauty plans share sale

The move comes eight years after the firm behind brands such as Makeup Revolution was founded.

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Charities say energy choice needed in poorer homes

People with prepayment meters should get priority for new, money-saving energy technology, charities say.

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Jamie Lynn Spears: I'm so proud of Britney for using her voice

Britney Spears' younger sister backs the singer after her powerful appearance in court last week.

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Staff should get time off for England game, Starmer says

Sir Keir Starmer says workers should be allowed to finish work early to watch England play Germany.

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Elvis Costello defends Olivia Rodrigo over Brutal plagiarism claim

"It’s how rock and roll works," says Costello, after the pop star is accused of copying his music.

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Canada Heatwave: Bears take a dip in record breaking temperatures

Three mischievous bears have a pool day as Canada reaches record breaking temperatures in British Columbia.

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South Africa's top court sentences ex-President Jacob Zuma

Jacob Zuma had defied a court order to appear at an inquiry into corruption while he was president.

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House prices rise at fastest pace since 2004

Prices rose 13.4% in the UK in the year to June and are close to record highs in relation to incomes.

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UK must take action on electric car technologies, says SMMT

SMMT is urging investment into charging points and battery factories to safeguard car industry jobs.

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Kuwait arrests man who posted TikTok weather rant

The man is heard complaining about a dust storm and swearing in the online clip.

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Tigray conflict: Unilateral ceasefire declared - state TV

State TV announces a ceasefire as rebels move back to take control after eight months of fighting.

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Juul to pay $40m in US lawsuit over teen targeting claims

The e-cigarette company will pay $40m (£29m) to North Carolina and will change its marketing in-state.

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Juul to pay $40m in US lawsuit over teen targeting claims

The e-cigarette company will pay $40m (£29m) to North Carolina and will change its marketing in-state.

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Climate change: Courts set for rise in compensation cases

As links between climate change and extreme weather events increase, experts predict more lawsuits.

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Milos Zeman: Czech president calls transgender people 'disgusting'

President Milos Zeman made the comment in an interview in which he said sex-change was "self-harm".

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Miami building collapse: Rescuers search air pockets

More than 150 people remain missing, five days after the Florida apartment block collapsed.

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Mixing Covid vaccines gives good protection, study suggests

Any combination of Pfizer or AstraZeneca for first and second doses works, a study suggests.

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