Syria: Dismay and fear as Bashar al-Assad returns to Arab fold
Syrian’s President Bashar al-Assad is coming out of diplomatic isolation – to the terror of refugees. BBC News – Middle East
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Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira: Brazilian former official indicted over murders
The former head of Brazil’s Indigenous protection agency is accused of indirectly playing a part in journalist’s death. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Greek elections: Rail tragedy hangs over vote dominated by dynasties
Ahead of Sunday’s election, Greece’s worst rail crash is held up as proof of a broken government. BBC News – Europe
Manchester City win Premier League for third successive season after Arsenal lose
Manchester City are crowned Premier League champions for a third successive season after title rivals Arsenal lose to Nottingham Forest. BBC News – UK
US debt ceiling talks hampered by ‘serious differences’
Republicans say the talks are “very frustrating”. The White House predicts “a difficult conversation”. BBC News – US & Canada
G7 Summit: Africa seeks new role as nations eye its resources
As wealthy nations compete, Africa wants to keep more of the benefits from its natural resources. BBC News – Africa