Russia’s Putin softens pension reforms after outcry
Craig TaylorThe Russian leader says the retirement age for women will go up by five years instead of by eight. BBC News – Europe
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Germany migrants: Protesters face off in Chemnitz
Several people are injured as rival demonstrators clash in Chemnitz over a murder on Sunday. BBC News – Europe
Papal visit: Pope ends historic visit to Ireland
Pope Francis begged forgiveness for the Church’s failings at the culmination of his two-day visit. BBC News – Europe
Papal visit: Pope Francis to begin two-day Irish visit
Pope Francis arrives in the Republic of Ireland later for the country’s first papal visit for 39 years. BBC News – Europe
UK’s ‘no-deal’ Brexit plans warn of credit card fees
The UK government publishes advice on finance, medicine and farming in the event of no Brexit deal. BBC News – Europe
Argentina crematorium burns Russian cocaine haul
A huge cocaine stash – 389kg worth £72m – had been hidden at Russia’s Buenos Aires embassy. BBC News – Europe