Central banks take swift action to keep cash flowing amid investor fears
Six central banks move to keep credit flowing worldwide after two big institutions collapsed. BBC News – US & Canada
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Cloete Murray: South African corruption investigator shot dead
Cloete Murray was the liquidator for Bosasa, a company implicated in government contract scandals. BBC News – Africa
Fraud victim gets surprise £153,000 refund despite rules
A victim who was targeted and groomed by criminals, was helped by Radio 4’s Money Box programme. BBC News – Business
New Israel protests as Netanyahu rejects judicial reforms compromise
The PM holds firm on his judicial overhaul plan, after the president warns of a risk of “civil war”. BBC News – Middle East
Southern Ecuador earthquake kills at least 12
A strong earthquake off Ecuador’s southern coast left people trapped in collapsed houses. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Russia and Ukraine extend grain deal despite disagreement
The renewed accord means exports can continue via Ukraine’s Black Sea ports, but it is unclear how long for. BBC News – Europe