BBC News

1. China warns it will protect its interests after US widens sanctions against Iran

   The US has threatened to isolate nations that continue to do business with Tehran, which sells much of its oil to Beijing.

2. Man dies in crash after police pursuit

   Two women are also hurt and one remains in hospital in critical condition.

3. Yellow weather warnings issued as thunderstorms and flooding forecast

   The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning as heavy showers and thunderstorms are forecast to move northwards across the UK on Wednesday.

4. Young people leaving care have death rate four times higher than national average

   Those leaving care have a death rate around four times higher than the general population, a new review reveals.

5. Moment tornado tears through southern France

   The tornado has injured more than 40 people and destroyed homes in villages.