Neil Bradley

Ties between the two allies were undermined for “political reasons”, a top diplomat tells Congress.
BBC News – US & Canada

Survivors of a deadly air strike on a migrant detention centre in July tell the BBC they feel abandoned by the United Nations, and are desperate to escape Libya.
BBC News – Africa

The bonus, paid to former boss Manny Fontenla-Novoa, followed a heavily-criticised merger.
BBC News – Business

The country is in the grip of the largest anti-government demonstrations in years.
BBC News – Middle East

Officials say eight people were killed on Sunday as looting broke out, bringing the total to 11.
BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

The government says it is disappointed, but will go ahead with introducing legislation putting the deal into law.
BBC News – Europe

No 10 is proposing an intensive Commons timetable after publishing the 110-page bill.
BBC News – UK

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who is seeking a second mandate, is in a tough fight for re-election.
BBC News – US & Canada

Herman Mashaba hits out at his party’s promotion of a colleague who had praised aspects of colonialism.
BBC News – Africa

Wisconsin Drops The Ball – Literally

Another week and another big upset, as fast-rising Wisconsin proceeded to fumble away their chance of pushing for a top-four spot. The Badgers pretty much dominated […]

A brief history of the birthday celebration

It would seem almost unthinkable to have a birthday celebration without cards, a cake and candles, presents, and the time-honoured “happy birthday” song. While it […]

A quick guide to keeping a dog
There’s no doubt a dog can make a great additional family member to any home but before you buy you should be fully aware of the commitment you are undertaking. It may seem like […]

Rob Tanner is one of a number of small business owners who say the political stalemate is damaging.
BBC News – Business

The Turkish president says Kurdish-led forces must withdraw under the terms of a temporary truce.
BBC News – Middle East

The protests were sparked by a rise in metro fares, which has since been suspended.
BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

No 10 source says an accompanying letter makes clear Boris Johnson believes an extension would be a mistake.
BBC News – Europe

Two 17-year-olds are dead and two men are seriously ill in hospital, police say.
BBC News – UK

The plan to use one of the president’s resorts in Florida sparked bipartisan criticism.
BBC News – US & Canada

Women’s marathon world record holder Brigid Kosgei says her difficult childhood keeps her on track.
BBC News – Africa

Sacked from his flagship fund, and shutting the business – the story of Neil Woodford and his sudden fall.
BBC News – Business