Syrian conflict: Government scientist killed in blast
Aziz Asber was in charge of a centre linked by Western intelligence agencies to chemical weapons. BBC News – Middle East
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Venezuela ‘drone attack’: Six arrests made
The apparent assassination attempt on President Nicolás Maduro has prompted fears of a crackdown. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Switzerland crash: Twenty dead in WW2 plane crash
A vintage plane crashes into a Swiss mountainside while on a sightseeing tour. BBC News – Europe
Chuckle Brothers star Barry dies at 73
His Chuckle Brothers partner Paul says he has lost his best friend, after a 50-year career together. BBC News – UK
Portland police arrest four in far-right rally and counter-protest
Police used stun grenades to disperse rallies as far-right groups were met by counter-protesters. BBC News – US & Canada
South Sudan government and rebels sign peace deal
The power-sharing agreement aims at ending a civil war, but previous efforts have failed. BBC News – Africa