Your Friday lunchtime catch-up

Good afternoon. Here’s everything you need to know from around the world this lunchtime.

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A pregnant mother of nine has launched a desperate appeal after her house was set on fireand she was left homeless .

The price of Lotto tickets is to rise from €3 to €4 next month and the chances of winning are looking worse than ever as two extra numbers  are being added to the draw.