William Hague resigns as Cameron shuffles pack
LONDON - Foreign Secretary William Hague announced his surprise resignation on Monday night ahead of a closely-fought national election next May as part of Prime Minister David Cameron's biggest ever reshuffle of top government jobs.
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LONDON, - British retail sales growth slowed in June to one of its weakest rates in three years, possibly in response to fears of higher interest rates, industry figures showed on Tuesday, adding to recent lacklustre economic data.
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To the winners the spoils .... Germany's victory against Argentina means it's now a 'four-star' nation, with Chancellor Angela Merkel seen by many as the team's 'twelfth man'. But who are the other big winners and losers from the 2014 World Cup? Hayley Platt reports. Video
Boko Haram-style violence radiates southwards
ABUJA - As long as violence perpetrated by Islamist militants was more or less contained in Nigeria's remote northeast, the attitude of many citizens and expatriates in the more prosperous south was a shrug of the shoulders. Full Article
Church of England votes for women bishops
The Church of England's governing body votes in favour of allowing women bishops, overturning centuries of tradition in a Church that has been deeply divided over the issue. Full Article
Airbus strategy has failed – Boeing VP
Airbus’ re-launch of its A330neo wide-body jet is a clear sign their A350 strategy has failed, says Boeing VP Randy Tinseth, speaking at the opening day of the Farnborough Air Show. Video
Robot concierge “Ray” parks cars hassle-free
Travellers rushing to Dusseldorf Airport in Germany can reduce their travel time to and from the airport by using an automated parking attendant called "Ray." Elly Park reports. Video
Manchester United agree record Adidas deal
Manchester United agree a record 750 million pound deal with Adidas for the German sportswear company to supply shirts and kit to the former English football champions. Full Article
SpaceX finally makes long-delayed launch
After delays, SpaceX makes launch of Falcon 9 rocket to put communications satellites into orbit. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).
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Shire’s bargaining chip
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