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Protests escalate as Hong Kong marks handover to China
The city’s leader has been criticised for backing legislation that would have allowed suspects to be extradited to mainland China to face trial.
Japan resumes commercial whaling after three-decade break
Japan’s six-month notice to withdraw from the International Whaling Commission took effect on Sunday.
Group backed by Cliff Richard to launch petition for anonymity for those accused of sexual offences
The singer and fellow campaign supporter Paul Gambaccini were both falsely accused of historical sex offences.
Former PM Brown urges Theresa May to honour free TV licence pledge
Gordon Brown made his plea as the Government prepared to transfer the financial burden of providing free licences to the BBC.
Johnson repeats criticism of Putin’s claim liberalism has become ‘obsolete’
The Tory leadership contender has some choice words for the Russian President.
Jeremy Hunt stresses UK commitment to One Country, Two Systems for Hong Kong as protestors clash with police
The Foreign Secretary also noted the significance of recent protests in the former British colony.
Tech firms should protect us online, say 90% of children in NSPCC survey
The majority of youngsters polled also said they think social media platforms should make it easier for them to take down posts.
Sir David Attenborough previews new BBC series at Glastonbury
BBC One will premiere Seven Worlds, One Planet later this year.
Istanbul Pride revellers out in force, despite march being banned for fifth year
Police officers dispersed the crowd with tear gas after representatives made a short statement.