Syria war: Eastern Ghouta rebels announce ceasefire
The deal will allow more civilians to leave the besieged Eastern Ghouta area, rebels say. BBC News – Middle East
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Prezzo restaurant chain to close 92 outlets
The BBC understands the Italian restaurant chain is closing almost a third of its stores. BBC News – Business
Origin of ‘six-inch mummy’ confirmed
Scientists investigate an unusual, small, mummified skeleton from Chile to establish its medical history. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
France hostage crisis: ‘Two dead’ in Trèbes supermarket
The gunman in a supermarket is reported to have claimed allegiance to the Islamic State group. BBC News – Europe
Brexit: EU adopts guidelines for negotiations on future relations
EU leaders clear the way for trade and security talks to begin in another step forward in the process. BBC News – UK
Trump replaces National Security Adviser HR McMaster with John Bolton
Defence hawk John Bolton becomes National Security Adviser, in the latest change in the White House. BBC News – US & Canada