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Probe into fatal tower block fire

Police say a fire in a London tower block, in which six people died, will be treated as suspicious until a cause can be determined.

North Korea missile tests defy UN

North Korea test-fires seven short-range missiles in an apparent act of defiance on America's Independence Day.

UK investigates Iran charge claim

The British Foreign Office says it is trying to verify reports that one of its embassy employees held in Iran has been charged.

Burma junta leader snubs UN chief

Burma's military ruler refuses to let visiting UN chief Ban Ki-moon meet jailed opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi.

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.