Made ex-boss says offer to save company ‘rebuffed’
Former boss of furniture brand says his offer to rescue firm from administration was rejected. BBC News – Business
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Alaa Abdel Fattah: British-Egyptian activist’s family pin hopes on PM
Alaa Abdel Fattah’s sister says she “hopes and trusts” Rishi Sunak will secure his release in Egypt. BBC News – Middle East
Dominican Republic floods: At least six killed in rains
The capital, Santo Domingo, and its surroundings are the areas worst affected by the torrential rain. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Ukrainians dance in the dark to battle power cuts
Kremenchuk is among the worst-hit cities and Ukrainians say Russia’s tactics only make them angrier. BBC News – Europe
COP27: Ukraine a reason to act fast on climate change – Rishi Sunak
Rishi Sunak tells the COP27 summit in Egypt a greener planet is possible and there “is room for hope”. BBC News – UK
US midterms: Why the economy may decide the vote
Democrats have faltered in their messaging on the economy, while Republicans have hammered them. BBC News – US & Canada