Covid-19: Italy tightens restrictions for unvaccinated
A so-called Super Green Pass will be needed to access theatres, cinemas and restaurants. BBC News – Europe
Craig Taylor
Covid: Omicron spreading in the community, Javid confirms
The new variant is spreading in multiple regions of England, the health secretary says. BBC News – UK
Amid shortage, Canada taps into emergency maple syrup reserves
The Canadian province of Quebec produces 70% of the world’s maple syrup supply. BBC News – US & Canada
Covid: UK red list criticised as ‘travel apartheid’ by Nigeria
Nigeria – which was added to the red list on Monday – describes the restrictions as “selective”. BBC News – Africa
Fraud: ‘I had £18,000 stolen after my drink was spiked’
Fraudsters appear to be adopting the “sinister” tactic of spiking drinks to steal money, campaigners warn. BBC News – Business
Israel PM: Nuclear talks must end over Iran ‘blackmail’ tactics
Naftali Bennett’s call comes as Iran and world powers try to save their nuclear deal from collapse. BBC News – Middle East