Texas migrant deaths: Mexico blames poverty and US border crisis
Migrants of Mexican, Honduran and Guatemalan origin were among 50 found dead in a truck in Texas. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Ukraine war: US to ramp up military presence across Europe
President Biden announces a strengthening by “land, air and sea” over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. BBC News – Europe
Zara Aleena: Family pay tribute after ‘unimaginable’ death
A man has appeared in court charged with the murder, attempted rape and robbery of Zara Aleena. BBC News – UK
R. Kelly given 30 years in jail for sex abuse
The singer was found to have used his celebrity status to sexually abuse children and women. BBC News – US & Canada
Why ex-French colonies are joining the Commonwealth
Behind the Commonwealth’s allure as it welcomes Gabon and Togo into its ranks. BBC News – Africa
Heathrow told to reduce passenger charge
The airport is told to cut its charges for airlines each year until 2026 by the UK’s aviation regulator. BBC News – Business