Rise in type 2 diabetes in young people in England and Wales
Child health experts say the rise is “alarming” and more should be done to reduce obesity. BBC News – UK
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Manafort judge refuses to name jurors over safety fears
Ex-Trump campaign head Paul Manafort is charged with bank and tax fraud in a high-profile case. BBC News – US & Canada
‘Save trees when roasting Eid sheep’ in Niger
Authorities in Niger want Muslim celebrants to use coal instead of firewood at next week’s festival. BBC News – Africa
House of Fraser cancels all online orders
The department store chain promises to refund customers after a dispute held up online deliveries. BBC News – Business
Nabeel Rajab: UN experts call for release of Bahraini activist
Nabeel Rajab, who has been detained since 2016, was convicted of “spreading fake news” last year. BBC News – Middle East
Mexico students develop electric shock self-defence coat
If a potential aggressor grabs the wearer’s arms, the coat produces an electric shock. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean