Hurricane Grace kills eight as it rips through eastern Mexico
The powerful storm brings torrential rain and high winds, causing power cuts and flooding. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Spain migrants: Sole survivor rescued in dinghy in Atlantic
The woman, who was spotted clinging to an upturned boat, says at least 52 other people died. BBC News – Europe
Afghanistan: Kabul evacuation gathering pace, says ambassador
More than 5,000 people have so far been airlifted out of Afghanistan on British flights, ambassador says. BBC News – UK
Storm Henri: US East Coast warned of significant damage
New York state declares a state of emergency as officials warn of flooding and power outages. BBC News – US & Canada
Algeria’s desperate wildfire fight: Buckets and branches
Despite a huge military budget, oil-rich Algeria is ill-equipped to tackle annual fires. BBC News – Africa
House prices: Demand changes, not tax waiver, pushed prices up
The stamp duty holiday did not cause rising house prices, the Resolution Foundation think tank says. BBC News – Business