Lewis Walker

More than 100 high-profile figures pledge support for the outlawed civil society organisations.
BBC News – Middle East

It is being billed as the most polarising election in decades and comes after divisive mass protests.
BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

The health organisation’s regional director warns of half a million more deaths by March without action.
BBC News – Europe

Supply chain delays mean some firms may not be able to meet demand during the busy shopping period.
BBC News – UK

Families say justice is needed “not more violence” after Kyle Rittenhouse is cleared of murder.
BBC News – US & Canada

Abdalla Hamdok has been under house arrest since a military coup last month, sparking mass protests.
BBC News – Africa

Stockbroker FinnCap says staff must take at least four weeks of holiday from next year.
BBC News – Business

The change will cover the entirety of the Palestinian militant group, including its political wing.
BBC News – Middle East

After years of boycotting elections, the main opposition groups will take part in local polls.
BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Several people are injured in Rotterdam as protests against new coronavirus curbs turn violent.
BBC News – Europe

A government-backed bank did not scrutinise Greensill Capital properly, MPs say.
BBC News – UK

Kyle Rittenhouse killed two men during racial justice protests and rioting in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
BBC News – US & Canada

Journalist Mohanad Hashim returned from exile after the revolution but a coup leaves his hopes in tatters.
BBC News – Africa

No staycation in or sightseeing trip to the Eden district of Cumbria would be complete without spending a few hours in the small but beautifully formed village of Dacre. It is close enough to Penrith to make it an […]

Askam in Furness is one of Cumbria’s many hidden gems and well worth taking the trouble to explore if visiting the county. Although the place itself is fairly modern, Ireleth which now forms part of its postal […]

A “lottery” on whether blameless scam victims are reimbursed is set to be strengthened by a law change.
BBC News – Business

Natalie and Mordi Oknin were accused of taking photos of the president’s residence in Istanbul.
BBC News – Middle East

Thousands of migrants are travelling north, often expecting US entry will be easier than before.
BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Human rights groups have called the trial “a farce” and called for the workers’ release.
BBC News – Europe

The move comes as part of an investment package that ministers say will transform rail services.
BBC News – UK