US unemployment rate falls to 50-year low of 3.5%
The figures come amid fears that recent weak economic data points to the US heading for recession. BBC News – Business
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Iraq protests: Death toll soars after four days of protests
More than 60 people have been killed in four days of anti-government protests across the country. BBC News – Middle East
Brexit: UK may ‘clarify’ new offer after EU urged ‘fundamental changes’
The UK may do further work on the details before talks resume amid calls for “fundamental changes”. BBC News – UK
Kosovo election: War crimes claims against PM hang over vote
The prime minister’s past role as a guerrilla fighter against Serbia dominates Sunday’s vote. BBC News – Europe
Ecuador protests: Hundreds held as president decries ‘criminals’
Ecuador’s president refuses talks with “criminals”, as protesters vent fury over fuel subsidy cuts. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Trump-Ukraine inquiry: Democrats demand documents from White House
“The president has chosen the path of defiance, obstruction, and cover-up,” Democrats say. BBC News – US & Canada