European elections 2019: Power blocs lose grip on Parliament
EU elections: Main centrist parties suffer significant losses as liberals, Greens and nationalists gain ground. BBC News – Europe
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Ex-boss of Ethiopia’s notorious Jail Ogaden arrested
The man who ran a jail where suspected separatists were reportedly tortured is captured in Somalia. BBC News – Africa
Sir Philip Green to close 25 more Evans and Miss Selfridge stores
The latest closures by his struggling Arcadia empire will include mostly Evans and Miss Selfridge shops. BBC News – Business
Venezuelan prison clashes leave 29 inmates dead
At least 19 police officers were also wounded in the violence in Portuguesa state, authorities say. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
US to send 1,500 extra troops to Middle East amid tensions
The deployment is a response to the “ongoing threat” posed by Iran, the acting defence secretary says. BBC News – Middle East
South Africa’s President Ramaphosa vows ‘new era’ at inauguration
The president promises to tackle corruption and bring about “hope and renewal”. BBC News – Africa