British Airways cancels thousands of flights as pilots strike. The U.K. prime minister says he now wants a Brexit deal with the EU. China’s economy sees fresh hit from U.S. trade spat.
Zimbabwe’s former president dies aged 95. South African businesses face boycotts after a week of looting and violence. And New Zealand is allowing salaries to be paid in digital currencies like Bitcoin.
Hong Kong stocks jump on hopes of a resolution to the city’s long-running protests. Australia’s economy is slowing down. And Christine Lagarde is scrutinized over her economic credentials.
