Colombia suspension bridge collapse kills at least 11
A suspension bridge in Colombia made of boards and rope collapses, killing at least 11 people. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Uganda’s Museveni promotes son to special adviser role
Yoweri Museveni promotes his eldest son, fuelling speculation he is being groomed to take power. BBC News – Africa
Pound falls on May’s Brexit comments
The pound hits a two-month low after Theresa May signals the UK will pursue a so-called “hard Brexit”. BBC News – Business
Brazil jail riots: Amazonas governor asks for help
The governor of Amazonas state asks for federal troops to help stop a wave of deadly prison riots. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Syrian war: Assad says Aleppo bombing was justified
Syria’s president justifies the heavy bombing of east Aleppo, recaptured by his forces last month. BBC News – Middle East
Deputy First Minister McGuinness to resign
NI Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness steps down over the handling of a botched heating scheme. BBC News – UK