Jacob Zuma: South Africa’s ex-president eligible for parole in months
South Africa’s ex-president turned himself in on Wednesday after being sentenced for contempt. BBC News – Africa
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Backlash against longer hours to ease lorry driver shortage
Grant Shapps says the move will ease a driver shortage, but the industry calls it a sticking plaster. BBC News – Business
Ever Given: Ship that blocked Suez Canal sets sail after deal signed
The megaship Ever Given is finally leaving the Suez Canal after a deal is struck with Egypt. BBC News – Middle East
Haiti President Jovenel Moïse killed in attack at home
Jovenel Moïse is shot dead and the first lady injured by gunmen in the capital, Port-au-Prince. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Peter R de Vries: Shooting of investigative reporter stuns Dutch
Peter R de Vries’s family and politicians condemn the attack, as he fights for his life in hospital. BBC News – Europe
Covid: Cases in UK rise above 30,000 for first time since January
More than 32,500 confirmed cases have been reported in the country, up 43% on the same day last week. BBC News – UK