Iraq alcohol ban: Christian political party appeals, saying it is undemocratic
Officials have been told to enforce a law ending the import and sale of alcohol. BBC News – Middle East
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Easter Island statue uncovered in dried-up lake
It is thought to be the first time an artefact from the Rapa Nui people has been found in the area. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Ukraine war: Russia’s Wagner boss suggests ‘betrayal’ in Bakhmut battle
“What if they [the Russian authorities] want to set us up?” the Russian mercenary boss asks. BBC News – Europe
Cardiff car crash: Three dead after missing people search
A car is found in the early hours two days after the group went missing after a night out. BBC News – UK
Harry and Meghan weigh up coronation invitation
Duke and Duchess of Sussex will not say if they plan to attend after receiving an email from the Palace. BBC News – US & Canada
Seychelles: The island paradise held prisoner by heroin
The BBC goes inside a jail in the Seychelles – a nation where 10% of the population is addicted. BBC News – Africa