France carnival explosion injures many
A bonfire at the carnival blew up seconds after being ignited, hurting at least 18. BBC News – Europe
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Brexit: Government ‘to stand up’ for Gibraltar’s interests
Labour’s Keir Starmer says Gibraltar should not be used as a “bargaining chip” in Brexit talks. BBC News – UK
White House aides’ finances revealed in disclosure documents
Ivanka Trump and husband Jared Kushner have assets worth up to $ 740m, documents show. BBC News – US & Canada
New South Africa finance minister Gigaba calls for radical reform
Big business has been seen to hold sway for too long, the new finance minister says. BBC News – Africa
Household savings ratio falls to record low, says ONS
The economy was “robust” in late 2016, but economists warn of worrying signs as savings ratio falls. BBC News – Business
Israel approves first new West Bank settlement in 20 years
It will house Jewish families evicted from an outpost in Amona – the Palestinians condemn the move. BBC News – Middle East