Five Minutes Spare

The new variant is spreading in multiple regions of England, the health secretary says.
BBC News – UK

The Canadian province of Quebec produces 70% of the world’s maple syrup supply.
BBC News – US & Canada

Nigeria – which was added to the red list on Monday – describes the restrictions as “selective”.
BBC News – Africa

Fraudsters appear to be adopting the “sinister” tactic of spiking drinks to steal money, campaigners warn.
BBC News – Business

Naftali Bennett’s call comes as Iran and world powers try to save their nuclear deal from collapse.
BBC News – Middle East

Brazil’s president will face a Supreme Court inquiry for his falsehood about Covid-19 jabs and Aids.
BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

On Tuesday the US and Russian leaders will speak amid mounting concerns of Russia invading Ukraine.
BBC News – Europe

The return of pre-departure Covid tests for travellers to the UK will come into force on 04:00 GMT Tuesday.
BBC News – UK

The star TV host is sacked over efforts to help his brother defend himself against sexual harassment claims.
BBC News – US & Canada

At least 23 die as a bus taking a church choir group to a wedding plunges into a flooded river.
BBC News – Africa