Conservative co-chair Oliver Dowden quits after by-election losses
Oliver Dowden goes after the Lib Dems and Labour inflict defeats on the Conservatives in Devon and West Yorkshire. BBC News – UK
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US Senate passes first gun control bill in decades
The landmark bill could be signed into law within days after Republicans and Democrats supported it. BBC News – US & Canada
South Africa’s Zondo commission: Damning report exposes rampant corruption
President Cyril Ramaphosa vows to have learnt the lessons but many South Africans are not convinced. BBC News – Africa
Rail strike: Thursday walkout to go ahead as talks collapse
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps says the RMT union’s claim that he wrecked talks is “a total lie”. BBC News – Business
Saudi crown prince visits Turkey for first time since Khashoggi murder
President Erdogan and Crown Prince Mohammed want to repair ties damaged by Jamal Khashoggi’s killing. BBC News – Middle East
Europe told to prepare for Russia turning off gas
The International Energy Agency warns that Russia may stop supplying gas to Europe this winter. BBC News – Europe