Brazil judge stymies plan to revoke mangrove protection
Environmentalists feared fragile coastal ecosystems would be destroyed by redevelopment. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Presidential debate: Trump and Biden trade insults in chaotic debate
The rivals spar over the pandemic, race and even their families in a debate disrupted by shouting. BBC News – US & Canada
WHO to probe ‘sexual exploitation’ by aid workers in DR Congo
The health body says a “robust” investigation will cover claims against aid workers tackling Ebola. BBC News – Africa
Iraq civilians killed in rocket attack near Baghdad airport
Five women and children die when a rocket hits a house near the airport, which includes a US base. BBC News – Middle East
Tesco targets 300% rise in vegan meat sales
The retailer wants to boost meat alternative sales by 2025 as part of a sustainability drive. BBC News – Business
Covid-19: North East households mixing ban ‘confusing’
People face a maximum £6,400 fine for mixing indoors, but council bosses say more detail is needed. BBC News – UK