Eighteen countries are currently facing what could be a deadly predicament, as swarms of locusts have been decimating crops in the Eastern African region. The UN has called for international aid, with the Bill Gates foundation donating $10m to the cause. Read more
Newquay's Spaceport has been granted an additional £10m in funds. Critics were yelling "shame on you!" at Council members after the meeting, raising concerns about whether or not this investment is well placed. Pierre Huguenard has more. Read more
