a us charity has confirmed the kidnapping of 17 people in haiti associated with its christian missionary work. the group were taken off a bus after a visit to an orphanage. a statement from the christian aid ministries says the group includes five men, seven women, and five children. the family of the british mp sir david amess who was stabbed to death on friday have said their hearts are shattered as they called on people to "set aside hatred and work towards togetherness". the family said the wonderful tributes paid to him by friends, constituents and the public has given them strength. landslides and flooding in the indian state of kerala have left more than 20 people dead and dozens missing. heavy rains caused rivers to overflow, cutting off towns and villages. the indian military has joined rescue efforts. now on bbc news, it's