Cautious optimism in Lebanon as direct talks with Israel progress — Lebanese officials are hoping that two-day ambassador-level negotiations in the US will yield a new ceasefire deal.
Ten more cruise passengers to be flown to UK for hantavirus monitoring — The passengers from Saint Helena and Ascension Island who were on the MV Hondius will complete their self-isolation in the UK.
UK Eurovision act Look Mum No Computer: The BBC gave me a stress test to check I could cope under pressure — "It could go well or completely wrong, I'm just here for the ride," says song contest hopeful Sam Battle.
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