Facebook bans “inauthentic” accounts targeting Africa
Facebook blocked an Israeli firm it said was behind fake accounts mostly targeting elections in Africa. BBC News – Africa
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US says it will not join Christchurch Call against online terror
The scheme aims to tackle terror content after the Christchurch attacks, but the US opts out. BBC News – Europe
Mexico City pollution: Residents urged to stay indoors
Pollution in the Mexican capital reaches levels potentially dangerous to human health. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
US pulls ‘non-emergency staff’ from Iraq as Iran tensions mount
The German and Dutch armies also halt training missions, amid concerns about Iran-backed forces. BBC News – Middle East
HS2 will ‘short change’ the the North, say peers
HS2 does not offer value for money and could “short change” the North, warns Lords committee. BBC News – Business
Brexit: Theresa May says MPs ‘have duty’ to support bill
The prime minister says MPs should back the withdrawal bill to ensure Brexit is delivered. BBC News – UK