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Tower block blaze victims named

Five of the six people who died in a fire at a tower block in south-east London are named, as police investigate the cause.

Calm urged after N Korea missiles

Russia, China and the US call for calm after North Korea test-fires a series of missiles off its east coast, defying UN sanctions.

Serena powers to Wimbledon title

Serena Williams ends her sister's recent dominance at Wimbledon with a straight-sets victory in the final.

UK investigates Iran charge claim

A staff member at the British Embassy in Iran is to face trial on security charges, reports suggest.

BT offers holidays for pay cuts

BT offers staff the chance of long holidays in return for a big pay cut in a bid to reduce costs during the economic downturn.