Ukraine war: Russia and Iran invited back to Nobel Prize banquet
The Nobel Foundation says it advocates dialogue but a critic suggests it is being “incredibly naive”. BBC News – Europe
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School buildings in England to shut over concrete safety fears
School leaders describe a “scramble” to address the issue, which affects more than 100 schools in England. BBC News – UK
Trump pleads not guilty in Georgia election fraud case
The former US president also waived the right to appear at a court hearing next week. BBC News – US & Canada
Johannesburg fire ‘wake-up call’, President Ramaphosa says
Seventy four people died in the blaze, including 12 children – one of whom was an 18-month-old child. BBC News – Africa
Families put thousands on credit after flights cancelled
Passengers are having to fork out for food, travel and accommodation, but are worried about costs. BBC News – Business
Saudi Arabia’s multi-billion dollar football powerhouse bet
The desert kingdom’s vast Pro League investment aims to turn it into a world leader of the sport. BBC News – Middle East