El Salvador polls: More power for President Nayib Bukele?
While the election is for the legislative assembly, it is seen as a key test for President Bukele. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Covid vaccine: Germany urged to back AstraZeneca jab for over-65s
A senior German immunologist tells the BBC that his country should reverse its decision on the jab. BBC News – Europe
Tributes paid by Captain Sir Tom’s family at funeral
He is remembered by family at his funeral as “a beacon of light and hope to the world”. BBC News – UK
Johnson & Johnson Covid vaccine: FDA approves single-shot jab
The Johnson & Johnson vaccine, made by Belgian firm Janssen, is the third jab authorised in the US. BBC News – US & Canada
Nigeria kidnappings: Hunt for 300 girls as second abducted school group freed
Some 317 girls remain missing in Zamfara state, but 42 people abducted in Niger state are freed. BBC News – Africa
Amanda Staveley loses High Court fight with Barclays over damages
A businesswoman who sued Barclays for hundreds of millions loses court case, but judge accuses bank of “deceit”. BBC News – Business