Simon Furness

Ukraine war: Russian air strikes hit cities across countryUkrainian officials say residential buildings and infrastructure are hit, with power cuts in places. BBC News – Europe

Childcare: Full-time nursery for under-twos nearly £15k a year, says reportCosts rise by 5.9% in a year in Great Britain while availability drops, a report finds. BBC News – UK

Weeping US Marine describes Afghan 'catastrophe' before CongressA congressional inquiry into the 2021 withdrawal hears emotional testimony from a bomb victim. BBC News – US & Canada

Nigeria election 2023: What next for heartbroken young voters?With crucial local elections due, the enthusiasm of “Obidients” remaining on target is questioned. BBC News – Africa

RMT members suspend strike action at Network RailThe announcement follows a new pay offer to the union – but other staff are still set to walk out. BBC News – Business

Six Palestinians killed in Israeli army raid in JeninIsrael’s prime minster says a militant who killed two Israeli brothers is among the dead. BBC News – Middle East

Mexico: More than 340 migrants found in truck trailerOfficials find 103 unaccompanied minors among the people inside an abandoned truck in Mexico. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Ukraine launches investigation into unarmed soldier killingA graphic video published on social media appears to show an unarmed Ukrainian prisoner being killed. BBC News – Europe

Sunak says he is up for the fight on illegal Channel crossingsThe prime minister says he is confident the government would win any legal battles over its new law. BBC News – UK

Two dead, two alive after Americans kidnapped in MexicoThe two survivors are delivered back to the United States, after Mexico confirms the fatalities. BBC News – US & Canada

South Africa's minister of electricity: Can Ramokgopa end load-shedding?South Africa’s president has given a trusted aide the responsibility of ending the power crisis. BBC News – Africa

Starbucks to open 100 new UK stores this yearThe coffee giant’s expansion comes after a big jump in UK sales in 2022. BBC News – Business

Iraq alcohol ban: Christian political party appeals, saying it is undemocraticOfficials have been told to enforce a law ending the import and sale of alcohol. BBC News – Middle East

Easter Island statue uncovered in dried-up lakeIt is thought to be the first time an artefact from the Rapa Nui people has been found in the area. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Ukraine war: Russia's Wagner boss suggests 'betrayal' in Bakhmut battle“What if they [the Russian authorities] want to set us up?” the Russian mercenary boss asks. BBC News – Europe

Cardiff car crash: Three dead after missing people searchA car is found in the early hours two days after the group went missing after a night out. BBC News – UK

Harry and Meghan weigh up coronation invitationDuke and Duchess of Sussex will not say if they plan to attend after receiving an email from the Palace. BBC News – US & Canada

Seychelles: The island paradise held prisoner by heroinThe BBC goes inside a jail in the Seychelles – a nation where 10% of the population is addicted. BBC News – Africa

Goole The Five Minute Spare Guide Goole was named by Danes in Old Norse, not ghosts. There Are No Ghouls Here. Promise. Although if there were ghouls, they might not […]

First class stamp price to rise to £1.10Royal Mail says it has to balance price rises against higher costs and fewer letters being posted. BBC News – Business