South Africa’s Sandile Mantsoe guilty of Karabo Mokoena murder
The murder sparked outrage among women who used the hashtag #MenAreTrash in their protest. BBC News – Africa
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Trump lawyer Ty Cobb exits Russia inquiry
Ty Cobb will be replaced by an attorney who defended Bill Clinton from impeachment 20 years ago. BBC News – US & Canada
RBS to cut 162 branches and 792 jobs
Royal Bank of Scotland is to close 162 branches in England and Wales, resulting in nearly 800 job losses. BBC News – Business
Iran calls Netanyahu ‘infamous liar’ over nuclear documents
Iran calls Israel’s PM an “infamous liar” over allegations of a secret nuclear weapons programme. BBC News – Middle East
Brazil fire: São Paulo building collapses in huge blaze
At least one person has died and firefighters fear more people may have been trapped inside. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Armenia crisis: Opposition leader Pashinyan faces PM vote
Armenia’s opposition leader warns of a “political tsunami” if MPs vote against him. BBC News – Europe