UK bucks Europe Covid trend but concern over winter
New infections remain steady in the UK, but PM warns there’s no room for complacency. BBC News – UK
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Britney Spears released from 13-year conservatorship
An LA judge terminates a legal guardianship set up by the 39-year-old pop star’s father in 2008. BBC News – US & Canada
The Nigerian artist who turned pain into fame during lockdown
Ijeoma Ogwuegbu only took up painting 18 months ago but praise from Thandiwe Newton helped her work go viral. BBC News – Africa
‘We lost festive savings in family WhatsApp scam’
Trading standards officers warn that fraudsters are posing as family members to steal money. BBC News – Business
Climate change: Iran says lift sanctions and we’ll ratify Paris agreement
The world’s eighth largest emitter says it will ratify the Paris climate pact if restrictions are lifted. BBC News – Middle East
Chan Chan: Mass grave found in ancient Peruvian city
Twenty-five people, mostly young women, were buried in a small space in the ancient city of Chan Chan. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean