Tanzania elections: John Magufuli faces challenge from Tundu Lissu
Voting begins amid nationwide reports of social media restrictions, plus violence in Zanzibar. BBC News – Africa
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Stock markets slide as Covid-19 cases rise
The Dow falls as much as 3.3% before ending down 2.3% – its sharpest decline in weeks. BBC News – Business
Syria war: ‘Russian air strikes kill dozens’ in Idlib
More than 50 people reportedly die in the attack, which puts at risk a ceasefire in the area. BBC News – Middle East
Jubilation as Chile votes to rewrite constitution
An overwhelming majority vote to tear up the dictatorship-era constitution and create a new one. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Covid: Belgian doctors with coronavirus asked to keep working
A top doctor tells the BBC they had no choice, to avoid the hospital system collapsing within days. BBC News – Europe
School meals: Boris Johnson refuses to move on school meal vouchers
The prime minister insists he has the right approach and no child will go hungry this winter. BBC News – UK