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BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, The headlines are – Japan is to let the last remaining healthy travellers on the Princess Diamond – the cruise ship quarantine.  In Mexico, a man and a woman have been arrested for the horrific murder of a 7-year-old girl – the crisis over the murder of women and girls in Mexico has forced people onto the streets in anger. The mother of murdered British woman Grace Millane told her killer that her daughter ‘died terrified’. The man has been jailed for life.  Twitter is set to unveil a new feature…

Nine people have been killed in two shootings at shisha bars in the western German city of Hanau, police say.  The attack which started at 22:00 local time on Wednesday left several others seriously injured.  In both locations, the bar attendees were reported to have been predominantly Kurdish.  The suspect was later found dead at his home, along with the body of a second person.  An investigation has been launched and at present, the motive is still unconfirmed. There are reports that the shooter held extreme right-wing views after a confession letter was found at his home.  Bild newspaper has…

BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, The headlines are – a bus-truck collision on an Indian highway has killed at least 19 people. In Iran, two elderly people have died of the coronavirus – the first virus deaths in the Middle East.  At least 8 people have been killed in two drive-by shootings in Germany. The shootings happened at two separate shisha bars in the city of Hanau. Horror on the set of the ‘Indian 2’ movie after a crane crashed and fell on the movie lot – 3 have died, many others injured. UK, Storm Dennis…

Three children, along with one adult have died after a car was allegedly set alight in Brisbane, Australia, police said.  The children were all under the age of 10 and were found dead in the car by emergency responders, said Queensland Police.  A man known to the victims has also died, while one woman suffered extensive burns and has been taken to hospital. The crime scene is in suburban Street in Camp Hill in the city’s east. “It’s a horrific scene,” Det Insp. Mark Thompson told reporters on Wednesday.  “It is very early in the investigation, but the vehicle was…

BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, The headlines are – the number of new coronavirus cases in China has fallen for a second day. The death toll now tops 2000.  The UK government says no visas for low-skilled workers, Labour party says “hostile environment” will make it hard to attract workers.  Israel’s PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s criminal trial has been given a start date. He faces charges of fraud and bribery.  US President Trump has gone on a clemency spree. And the list is long.  Entertainment, the first day of deliberations in the Harvey Weinstein rape trial have…

BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, The headlines are – Boris Johnson’s adviser has quit after backlash following comments he made about race. The aid effort in Syria is “overwhelmed” as the number of people being displaced has risen.  Kim Jong Un has spent over $500G on Russian horses in the past decade. The North Korean leader had previously staged a photo-op on a white stallion.   WikiLeaks is demanding answers after its official Twitter account was locked – ahead of founder Julian Assange’s extradition hearing.  Entertainment, Taylor Swift’s dad fights off an intruder in his Florida penthouse.…

A far-right group in Germany had been planning large-scale attacks on mosques similar to the ones carried out in New Zealand, it has been reported. Members of the group have been arrested as part of a large counter-terrorism investigation.  12 members of the group were detained on Friday, according to Der Spiegel magazine they were planning to attack a Mosque during prayers.  The plan was to copy the horrific Christchurch attack in New Zeland that claimed the lives of 51 people in two separate Mosques in 2019. The members of the group were planning to use semi-automatic weapons.  The alleged…

BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, The headlines are – 14 children are among the 22 people killed in a village massacre in Cameroon. Indian astronauts are currently in training in Russia for their upcoming space mission – it’ll be the first time India has sent a manned crew into space. The […]

Caroline Flack dead at 40 TV Presenter Caroline Flack was found dead on Saturday after taking her own life. The ex-Love Island presenter was due to stand trial in March for an alleged assault. Questions have sprung up over mental health and media treatment of celebrities, as well as ITV and online bullies. Actor indicted for 2019 hoax attack Empire star Jussie Smollett has been charged with six counts relating to an alleged hoax hate crime attack. The actor said he had been the victim of a homophobic and racist attack in Chicago. When his story started to fall apart,…

Brief. BrIEf.Me In today’s briefing update, the Sunday papers focus on the tragic death of TV presenter Caroline Flack. In other news, No 10 vows to scrap BBC license fee. In our special feature, we take a look into Caroline Flack’s death and ask who’s to blame – ‘appalling, anger-inducing and more complicated than the media will admit’ …………………………………………………….Love Island Caroline dies in Valentines tragedyThe Sunday Mirror runs with the story of TV presenter Caroline Flack’s death. The 40-year-old was found at her London home, having taken her own life, a lawyer for the family said. Read the full story on the Daily…

BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, The headlines are – the Trump administration is taking $3.8bn from its military to help fund the Mexico border wall.  A popular TV host in Russia is facing up to six years in prison following a month-long attack on poor people and their decision to have children. Boris Johnson’s new Cabinet is set to meet later following the prime minister’s shock reshuffle that saw Sajid Javid quit as chancellor.  In Mexico, a 25-year-old woman was brutally murdered and mutilated. Then newspapers decided to publish pictures of her skinned body.  Entertainment, former…

242 people died from the new coronavirus in the Chinese province of Hubei on Wednesday, making it the deadliest day of the outbreak.  Wednesday also saw a sharp increase in the number of cases as a further 14,840 people were diagnosed with the virus.  Hubei is using a broader definition to diagnose people – which accounts for most of the rise in cases.  Since the figures were revealed, China has sacked two top officials in Hubei province.  The number of people diagnosed with Covid-19 in Hubei was stabilising, but Wednesday’s sharp increase is worrying.  The new cases and deaths in…

BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, The headlines are – 44 more coronavirus cases on the moored Japanese cruise ship have been confirmed.  Scores of businessmen in India have been lured into a ‘honeytrap’ on the popular dating site Grindr. Criminals targetted wealthy men to extort cash, jewellery and laptops. France, the wine industry has been told to brace itself for a tough year ahead following US tariffs.   UK, the cost of repairing Big Ben’s Elizabeth Tower has risen by £18.6m bringing the total to £79.9m. The rise in cost is due to the discovery of bomb…

BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, The headlines are – Bernie Sanders has won the New Hampshire primary! And maybe on his way to challenge Donald Trump in the November US presidential elections. The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has said the Church of England is deeply institutionally racist. It comes as Synod members backed a motion to apologise for racism in the C of E since the arrival of the Windrush generation. Wuhan, doctors at the heart of the deadly coronavirus are overworked and under-equipped. Many of the doctors treating patients do not have the correct protective…

A new Crypto exchange based out of Singapore launched in London at the end of January. BITXMI Crypto Exchange impressed the financial savvy crowd with its robust infrastructure and backing from the Singaporean government, to bring an element of credibility and certainty behind a rather curious industry. https://twitter.com/bitxmicrypto/status/1226421354704056321 The location was the stunning ballroom at The Law Society in London. BITXMI crypto exchange hosted over 200 professionals from the City and a host of specialists in the Fintech industry. The event was hosted in collaboration with two other major players in the industry; Cryptomillions, a blockchain-based lottery platform and Cake…

Steve Walsh, a British man linked to 11 coronavirus cases has spoken for the first time. He is still in a quarantined hospital but confirmed he has “fully recovered” from the illness. Walsh said his family have been asked to isolate themselves “as a precaution.”   Steve Walsh, from Hove in East Sussex,  caught the virus in Singapore and is thought to have infected 11 others at a  French ski resort. He has said his thoughts are with those who contracted the virus.  Five cases linked to Mr Walsh are in England, five are in France and one is in Spain. …

BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, The headlines are – Spain has rescued 119 migrants from the sea and is currently searching for a further 67 still missing.  The government is set to give the green-light on the controversial HS2 project. The high-speed rail line is already over budget and behind schedule. In Lebanon, protesters are trying to block the government’s confidence vote. Protesters have clashed with security forces who have fired tear gas and water canons.  The number of US troops suffering from brain injuries following the January Iraq attack has topped 100. Entertainment, Nick Gordon’s…

BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, The headlines are –  another 97 coronavirus deaths confirmed in a 24 hour period. The death toll in mainland China is currently 908 with over 40,000 confirmed cases.  In Switzerland, voters have strongly backed a new law against homophobia in a referendum. The law aims to protect gay, lesbian and bisexual people from discrimination.  Tech, a 3D printer that aims to cover burns with artificial skin is currently undergoing trials. The handheld printer has already passed a major milestone and results are looking promising.  Two US soldiers have been killed and…

All the headlines you need to know Storm Ciara batters Britain Severe gales and heavy rain are sweeping across the UK today, with severe weather warnings being issued and major travel disruptions and cancellations.  Hero doctor who sounded coronavirus alarm dies  Dr Li Wenliang was a 34-year-old doctor based in Wuhan. He was the first to sound the alarm on the coronavirus. He initially got into trouble with authorities for “spreading rumours” about the virus. And was investigated by the police. Dr Li contracted the virus whilst treating patients in Wuhan. His death has caused widespread anger and grief.  MP’s…

Brief. BrIEf.Me In today’s briefing update, the Sunday papers focus on the government’s plans to bring in a mansion tax and raid on pensions. A coronavirus warning has been issued to the UK from a top virus expert. In our special feature, we take a look at the Thailand mass shooting. …………………………………………………….UK faces ‘major’ outbreak, warns top virus expertThe Sunday Times reports a microbiologist who co-discovered Ebola and Aids in Africa has warned Britain could suffer a “major outbreak” of coronavirus. Prof Peter Piot is said to be “increasingly alarmed” by the rapid spread of the virus. Read the full story on the…

NASA astronaut Christina Koch has completed the longest-ever single spaceflight by a woman.  Koch landed back on Earth after spending 328 days at the International Space Station (ISS) surpassing fellow American Peggy Whitson’s record.  https://twitter.com/earth__photos/status/1225713311792205829 Her stay on the ISS was just 12 days short of the all-time US record set by Scott Kelly, who was on the ISS from 2015-2016. “I’m so overwhelmed and happy right now,” she told reporters as she sat outside the capsule after it touched down.  During her mission, Koch completed 5,248 orbits of the Earth and travelled 223 million km (139 million miles) -…

BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, The headlines are: Hero doctor who got into trouble with authorities for giving an early warning about the coronavirus, dies in hospital. Iowa Caucus long-delayed results show Pete Buttigieg is in a narrow lead over Bernie Saunders as they race to face US President Trump in the 2020 presidential elections. In Canada, a train carrying crude oil has drailed causing a nearby settlement to be evacuated. The authorities are investigating the accident and have expressed concerns as this is the second train to derail in a few months. UK, Jonty Bravery,…

A bomb found attached to a lorry on Monday in County Armagh may have been intended for a Brexit day attack, police have said.  Police received a report about an explosive device in a lorry at Belfast dock on 31 January – the day the UK quit the EU.  According to a report, the lorry was due to travel by ferry to Scotland and a search was conducted but nothing was found.  https://twitter.com/julianoneill/status/1225377446977056768 On Monday, a more detailed report helped locate the uncovered device at Silverwood Industrial Estate in Lurgan. Police believe dissident republicans were responsible.  Det Supt Sean Wright…

BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, The headlines are: the coronavirus death toll has again risen bringing today’s tally to 563. In further coronavirus news, two cruises ships holding 5,400 people on board have been quarantined in Japan and Hong Kong. A Canadian businessman has been sentenced to 30 days in jail after he told a court he had burned 1 million Canadian dollars in cash. His reason for doing so was to avoid paying child support to his ex-wife.  In the UK, ministers are racing against the clock to pass legislation that will end automatic early…

At least Thirty-three people have been killed on a second Turkish avalanche on Wednesday in eastern Turkey. This happened during a search and rescue mission after a similar avalanche the day before. https://twitter.com/ilginkarl/status/1225107726155558912 About 300 rescue workers were at the site. The bodies of 14 rescue workers and nine civilians were discovered at the scene in Van province, where they had been helping uncover a minibus buried by an avalanche late Tuesday. More than 50 people were believed to be trapped in vehicles in the area following the incident on Wednesday. Pictures from the scene showed people being carried away…