Queen’s Speech: Government accused of ‘rowing back’ on workers’ rights
Employers’ groups and trade unions voice concern at the lack of an Employment Bill in the Queen’s Speech. BBC News – Business
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Death toll mounts as Israel-Gaza violence escalates
Rocket attacks from Gaza and Israeli air strikes follow days of soaring tensions in Jerusalem. BBC News – Middle East
Brazil Amazon: Deadly shootout as illegal miners enter indigenous land
Violence in Brazil’s Amazon is increasing, with tens of thousands of illegal miners in protected areas. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Russia school shooting: Children and teacher killed in Kazan
Seven children and two adults have been killed in a shooting in the city of Kazan, officials say. BBC News – Europe
Queen’s Speech: Government unveils post-Covid recovery plan
Boosting jobs and skills are key Queen’s Speech priorities – but social care funding is not included. BBC News – UK
Golden Globes crisis: Tom Cruise returns awards and NBC drops ceremony
Tom Cruise hands back three gongs and the crisis-hit awards are without a broadcaster for next year. BBC News – US & Canada