Overseas abattoir workers to get temporary visas
The government is to allow butchers into the UK on temporary visas after warnings of mass culls. BBC News – Business
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Beirut port blast: Gunfire erupts at protest against judge leading probe
At least six die as protesters come under fire, sending people fleeing for cover in the street. BBC News – Middle East
Covid-19 in Brazil: ‘My mum was used as a guinea pig’
A Brazilian healthcare provider is accused of conducting trials on Covid-19 patients without consent. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Kongsberg: Bow and arrow attack appears to be terrorism – officials
Security officials says the Kongsberg attack on Wednesday looks to have been a “terrorist act”. BBC News – Europe
NHS in bleak position as A&E waits worsen, say doctors
It comes as ministers unveil £250m package for GPs to encourage more face-to-face consultations. BBC News – UK
US to reopen Mexico Canada land borders for fully vaccinated travellers
Land and ferry crossings with Mexico and Canada will reopen in November after 19 months of curbs. BBC News – US & Canada