CAR elects mayor as new leader
The mayor of Bangui, Catherine Samba-Panza, is elected interim president of the Central African Republic, as the EU reportedly agrees to send troops. BBC News – Africa
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Michoacan replaces security chiefs
Mexico’s authorities say top security officials will be replaced in the western state of Michoacan that has recently been rocked by violence. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
US hails Syria opposition talks move
US Secretary of State John Kerry welcomes a decision by Syria’s main political opposition group to attend next week’s peace talks in Switzerland. BBC News – Middle East
Irish debt no longer rated junk
The credit rating agency Moody’s upgrades Ireland’s debt from junk status saying its economy has growth potential. BBC News – Business
Mikaeel mother charged over death
The mother of three-year-old Mikaeel Kular has been arrested and charged in connection with the death of her son after a body was found in Fife. BBC News – UK
Defiant Ukraine protesters to rally
Ukraine’s pro-EU demonstrators are preparing for a large rally in Kiev – in defiance of recently adopted laws aimed at curbing public protests. BBC News – Europe