Germany elections: AfD surge in Saxony and Brandenburg
But the results are still a relief for the ruling centrists, as AfD came second in both states. BBC News – Europe
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Hurricane Dorian: First deaths confirmed in Bahamas
Bahamas PM Hubert Minnis warns of “unprecedented devastation”, as the first deaths are confirmed. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Iranian judoka fears for safety after contest
Saeid Mollaei says he fears for his family’s safety after ignoring calls from Iranian authorities to pull out of the World Judo Championships. BBC News – Middle East
Brexit: ‘Election in October’ if MPs block no deal
The PM says he does not want a general election, but he is expected to seek one on 14 October if his opponents succeed. BBC News – UK
California boat fire: Four bodies recovered off Santa Cruz Island
Some passengers are believed to have been trapped below deck as the diving boat was destroyed. BBC News – US & Canada
Dozens arrested in South Africa as looting rocks Johannesburg
Police fire tear gas as shops, many reportedly foreign-owned, are targeted by looters in Johannesburg. BBC News – Africa