Jerome Powell: US central bank boss says he plans to raise rates
The US central bank is under pressure to rein in inflation as prices in the US rise at the fastest rate in 40 years. BBC News – US & Canada
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Tanzania: Ukrainian tourists stranded in Zanzibar want to return home
Around 1,000 Ukrainian tourists are stranded in Tanzania’s semi-autonomous islands of Zanzibar. BBC News – Africa
Russian oligarch Fridman warns sanctions will not stop war
But Mikhail Fridman avoids criticising President Putin as it could be risky for himself and staff. BBC News – Business
Syria shopping centre blaze kills 11
The entire six-storey building went up in flames, killing security guards and staff. BBC News – Middle East
Newly elected Honduras government to ban open-pit mining
Honduras exports gold, silver, zinc and lead but the new government says the industry is “harmful”. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Ukraine conflict: Russia bombs Kharkiv’s Freedom Square and opera house
Missiles hit the the cultural heart of the city, targeting an opera house, concert hall and offices. BBC News – Europe