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British MPs urge diplomatic action to protect Sheikh Hasina from execution

Six MPs and MSPs have urged foreign secretary Ed Miliband to lead diplomatic efforts to secure guarantees against the former Bangladesh prime minister's execution if she returns to Dhaka.

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Scotland suspends bilateral cricket ties with Afghanistan over women's rights

Scotland follows England and Australia in refusing bilateral cricket ties with Afghanistan, while leaving participation in International Cricket Council events unchanged.

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Philanthropist Gary Lubner calls on billionaires to give more during their lifetimes

Former Belron chief executive, who has pledged to donate at least 95 per cent of his wealth, tells the Catalyst Now Awards in London that more billionaires should use their fortunes to address social challenges during their lifetimes.

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British Hindu boy’s tilak dispute with London school reaches High Court

The family of a student who withdrew him from Vicar’s Green Primary School is seeking £25,000 in damages, alleging religious discrimination. The school denies the claims and says it offered alternatives.

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Bangladesh rejects Hasina’s request for new passport as she plans return

Ousted prime minister asks Bangladesh embassy in Delhi to issue fresh travel and identity documents, but Dhaka says it wants her extradited from India.