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Government racks up £100m bill responding to Covid inquiry
BBC analysis shows cost to taxpayer is 50% higher than thought, with inquiry's own costs at £192m.

Japan, France Officials Confirm Policy Cooperation, Reports Say
A senior Japanese national security official confirmed with a French foreign policy adviser that both nations would cooperate toward realizing a free and open Indo-Pacific, ahead of Emmanuel Macron’s visit to China, according to Japanese media reports.

US Envoy Heads to Russia as Putin Says Key Ukraine City Fell
US envoy Steve Witkoff is traveling to Moscow to meet with President Vladimir Putin, who claimed a key Ukrainian city had fallen to Russia on the eve of talks about a potential peace plan to end his war.

Airbus to inspect some planes over 'quality issue' with panels
The announcement comes days after a massive recall affecting thousands of the firm's A320 fleet.

China ‘Strongly Deplores’ Latest UK Delay on Embassy Decision
China condemned the UK for again delaying a decision on whether it can open a new embassy in London, escalating a dispute just before Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s expected visit next month.

Thames Water debt pile rises further despite return to profit
Cash-strapped Thames Water has revealed a further rise in its debt pile while recording a return to profit on the back of inflation-busting hikes to bills.

Hyundai’s Four-Wheeled Platform Robot Will Go On Sale Next Year
Hyundai Motor Group will start selling a four-wheeled robot powered by artificial intelligence next year as the South Korean carmaker ramps up its push into advanced mobility.