Tories and Labour in SNP election row
Ed Miliband accuses David Cameron of “demeaning” his office by “talking up the SNP” – as Sir John Major warns the nationalists could “blackmail” a Labour government. BBC News – UK
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Med deaths in 2015 ‘may hit 30,000’
The number of migrants dying in Mediterranean Sea crossings could hit 30,000 this year, migration officials warn. BBC News – Europe
New York Governor Cuomo visits Cuba
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo visits Cuba, the first US state governor to travel to the Communist-run island since a thaw in relations began last year. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
SA army to tackle migrant attacks
South Africa to deploy army to deal with anti-immigrant violence after wave of attacks, defence minister says. BBC News – Africa
UK archbishop visits Egyptian leaders
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby travels to Egypt for a “visit of condolence” following the beheading of 21 Coptic Christians in Libya earlier this year. BBC News – Middle East
Item Club predicts UK growth of 2.8%
Low inflation and stronger eurozone growth should help the UK economy expand 2.8% this year despite political uncertainty, says an EY Item Club report. BBC News – Business