Greece starts six-day working week for some industries

The country says the policy will help boost economic growth.

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'Worst hurricane ever' - Union Island resident describes Beryl destruction

Jeremie Tronet tells the BBC about the devastating destruction of the storm on the island where he has lived for 15 years.

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Iconic Parisian drag club Chez Michou closes

The club, famed for bringing drag entertainment to France in the 1950s, inspired the movie The Birdcage.

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Mother of rescued Israeli hostage Noa Argamani dies

Liora Argamani succumbs to brain cancer three weeks after her daughter was freed from captivity in Gaza.

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Kenya to borrow more after new taxes withdrawn - president

William Ruto says Kenya will need to increase borrowing after protests forced him to scrap planned taxes.

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Emotional Usher accepts lifetime achievement award

In his acceptance speech, Usher said "getting here hasn't been easy, but it's been worth it".

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World Cup glory a vindication for India cricket legends

India defeated South Africa by seven runs on Saturday to bring home a World Cup after 13 years.

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