Mozambique ‘jihadists behead’ villagers
Security has been stepped up recently after Islamist militant attacks in the resource-rich region. BBC News – Africa
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Syria war: Russians killed in militant raid in Deir al-Zour
At least four military personnel died in the attack in Deir al-Zour province, Moscow says. BBC News – Middle East
WH Smith voted UK’s worst High Street shop in Which? survey
Consumers have criticised the chain’s out-of-date shops, expensive products and rude staff. BBC News – Business
Colombia election: Run-off expected in first vote since Farc deal
Supporters of conservative Ivan Duque celebrate his lead in the inconclusive first round. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Alan Bean, moon-walking astronaut and artist, dies aged 86
The fourth man to walk on the Moon became an accomplished painter, finding inspiration in space. BBC News – US & Canada
Review to ‘eliminate gender pay gap among doctors’
Female doctors are paid on average £10,000 less than male doctors in England, figures show. BBC News – UK