Security officials testify Capitol rioters ‘came prepared for war’
Current and ex-officials are testifying at the first public inquiry into the 6 January Capitol riot. BBC News – US & Canada
Craig Taylor
Covid infection in Lagos ‘may top Africa’s official total’
An antibodies survey in Nigeria suggests millions, not thousands, have already had coronavirus. BBC News – Africa
John Lewis considers closing more stores
The department store giant may close another eight stores in a further blow for the High Street. BBC News – Business
Iran talks ‘avert’ nuclear inspections deadline impact
Iran agrees temporary measures to offset a decision to restrict access to international inspectors. BBC News – Middle East
The most important humanitarian gesture in decades?
Colombia has given protected status to almost one million Venezuelan migrants. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Coronavirus: High Covid rates delay France and Germany easing
France and Germany struggle to get schools back to normal as infection rates remain high. BBC News – Europe