Colombia’s rebel ELN begins first truce in over half a century
Colombia’s military and the ELN begin their first temporary truce in more than 50 years of conflict. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Craig Taylor
Catalan referendum: ‘Hundreds hurt’ as police try to stop voters
Catalan officials say 337 people are hurt as police use force to try to stop the independence vote. BBC News – Europe
Theresa May pledges help for young on student fees and housing
The PM plans to freeze tuition fees and extend Help to Buy in a bid to win over younger voters. BBC News – UK
OJ Simpson released on parole from Nevada jail
The former American football and movie star is freed after serving nine years for armed robbery. BBC News – US & Canada
Inspiration or looting?
Blankets from Lesotho are at the centre of controversy in the fashion world, as BBC Africa’s Mayeni Jones reports. BBC News – Africa
Ryanair backs down over passenger rights for cancellations
Ryanair complies with regulator demands to update its website to explain how it will re-route customers. BBC News – Business