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ANC under pressure to reverse South Africa decline
As South Africans vote in local elections, residents tell the BBC they are tired of the poor quality of services they get.

Spanish transport minister resigns after train crash killed 69 people
Oscar Puente says he could not 'continue in office' after two major train accidents in less than a year.

US, Russia and China discuss meeting between Trump, Putin and Xi  
US president is travelling to Shenzhen in two weeks to attend Apec summit

Lula’s victory is a stress test for the Global South
Trump can still punish Brazil for pursuing an independent course. Can China offer lasting alternatives to US dominance?

Five takeaways from the midterm results
Democrats record broad gains from almost all demographic groups

Revolut secures $115bn price tag after string of licence wins
Revolut has secured its latest milestone valuation following a funding round that included fresh injections from investment giants. The digital banking giant confirmed on Wednesday its price tag has swelled by over 50 per cent to $115bn after a transaction led by Glade Brook Capital Partners, Coatue and Durable Capital Partners.

5 midterm election takeaways: Tech billionaires suffer as Democrats drub Republicans
Elon Musk's spending may have become a liability as voters in exit polls raised concerns about government corruption and the growing influence of billionaires.