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Why maternity leave for a mayor has divided Japan
In the face of criticism, Shoko Kawata, 35, says she loves her job and is proud to be taking time off to have a baby.
Sabrina Carpenter and Graham Norton spotted in NYC before rumoured Swift wedding celebrations
Stars have been spotted arriving in New York ahead of Taylor Swift's rumoured wedding celebrations at Madison Square Garden.
Sciver-Brunt leads superb England into World Cup final
England roar into Sunday's T20 World Cup final against Australia with a superb 40-run victory against South Africa at The Oval.
Ebola treatments trial begins in the Democratic Republic of Congo
According to WHO data, there have been 1,406 confirmed cases of the disease in DRC, with 301 suspected cases and 438 deaths.
'Premier League goalkeepers will be throwing food at TV'
Joe Hart analyses the decision to rule out Marc Cucurella's goal against Austria for a foul on Austrian goalkeeper Alexander Schlager during their last-32 game in Los Angeles, with Hart believing the decision was soft.
At least eight arrests linked to forums that encourage drugging and raping women
The National Crime Agency says it has identified 270 individuals linked to the abuse websites.
Sciver-Brunt leads superb England into World Cup final
England roar into Sunday's T20 World Cup final against Australia with a superb 40-run victory against South Africa at The Oval.
I take responsibility to fund defence plan extremely seriously, says Burnham
The Makerfield MP also rejects attacks on his economic stance, insisting he would not be "indisciplined" on finances.
I take responsibility to fund defence plan extremely seriously, says Burnham
The Makerfield MP also rejects attacks on his economic stance, insisting he would not be "indisciplined" on finances.
Dangerous heatwave scorches US ahead of Fourth of July holiday
Millions are enduring dangerous heat and humidity, with temperatures expected to stay at 38C (100F) for several days.
'Spain are furious' - Cucurella has goal ruled out
Marc Cucurella sees his goal ruled out for a foul on Austrian goalkeeper Alexander Schlager during their round of 32 game in Los Angeles.
Secret location & sleep devices: England bid to combat noisy Mexico fans
England are taking precautions to ensure boisterous locals do not disrupt their preparations in Mexico.
Secret location & sleep devices: England bid to combat noisy Mexico fans
England are taking precautions to ensure boisterous locals do not disrupt their preparations in Mexico.
Tuchel wants young England fans to stay up for 1am World Cup clash - but should they?
England's must-win match against Mexico kicks off at 01:00 BST on Monday - disco naps and spoiler-free recaps may be needed.
Mini-mart at centre of BBC drug dealing investigation closed down
The Cradley Market shop, in Sandwell, is closed for three months following an investigation.
Mini-mart at centre of BBC investigation closed down
The Cradley Market shop, in Sandwell, is closed for three months following an investigation.
Dangerous US heatwave looms over 4 July holiday, World Cup and Swift wedding
The soaring temperatures are raising concerns as President Donald Trump hosts America's 250th birthday celebrations and multiple World cup matches take place outdoors.