Macron pension reform: France paralysed by biggest strike in years
Transport and schools are severely affected by the nationwide walkout over pension changes. BBC News – Europe
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German WWI wreck Scharnhorst discovered off Falklands
Armoured cruiser SMS Scharnhorst was sunk by the British in the 1914 Battle of the Falkland Islands. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Iran developing nuclear-capable missiles, European powers warn UN
The UK, France and Germany say such activity is “inconsistent” with a UN Security Council resolution. BBC News – Middle East
Trump impeachment to go ahead – House Speaker Nancy Pelosi
The US House of Representatives will proceed with articles of impeachment against President Trump. BBC News – US & Canada
Nigeria’s Leon Balogun says fight against racism is a collective responsibility
Nigeria defender Leon Balogun insists the battle against racism is a collective responsibility and more ‘extreme punishments’ are needed. BBC News – Africa
Conservatives pledge £4.2bn for trains, buses and trams
The party promises new spending on trains, buses and trams outside London. BBC News – Business