Hong Kong police fired volley after volley of tear gas to break up a demonstration by thousands of anti-government protesters Saturday
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Underground fire rises above to surface level in New Street
BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir has officially been split into union territories. In Lebanon, banks have reopened after two-weeks of protesting and the prime minister stepping down. Over in the UK, Downing Street has defended Boris Johnson’s Brexit deal after US President Trump openly criticised it. After further comments made by Trump, Labour has criticised the president for trying to interfere with the general election. In Liverpool, a 12-year-old has been hit by a car after the driver was shot in the face following a street ambush. And finally,…
Azharul Islam from Jamaat-e-Islami party was sentenced to death in 2014 by controversial International Crimes Tribunal.
Scores killed in fire on Pakistani train
BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, CIA-backed Afghan units have carried out illegal killings, enforced disappearances and other abuses according to a human rights group. In Cameroon, a 12-year-old girl has been pulled from the rubble after a landslide claimed the lives of 42 people. And in Pakistan, at least 46 people have died after a fire broke out on a packed train. Jeremy Corbyn will position Labour as the true ‘party of the people’ as he gears up for his election campaign. A man who had been arrested on suspicion of murder has been freed. He…
BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, tens of thousands of protesters have gathered on Baghdad’s Tahrir Square. In Lebanon, the PM has decided to step down after nearly two weeks of protests. And a White House adviser tells lawmakers he was so alarmed by the Trump-Ukraine call he told a White House lawyer. PM Boris Johnson says the December general election fight will be “tough”. The family of Harry Dunn is planning to sue the Trump administration for a cover-up in their teenage son’s death. And finally, police are searching for two brothers believed to be connected…
There have been intermittent attacks on mosques in France since 2007
BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, the US-Afghan envoy is taking the push for peace to Pakistan despite Trump not wanting to resume peace talks with the Taliban. In Australia, an 11-year-old has been charged after she stabbed a school teacher. And celebrities have been forced to flee their homes as the California wildfires continue to spread. In France, an 84-year-old man has been arrested after he shot two men who caught him trying to set fire to a Mosque. In the UK, information has been released into the highly anticipated Grenfell Tower report. And a Met…
EU leaders have agreed in principle to extend Brexit until 31 January 2020. It means the UK will not leave as planned on Thursday. Donald Tusk said it was a “flextension” – meaning the UK could leave before the deadline if a deal was approved by parliament. Despite the prime minister insisting the UK will leave the EU on 31 October with or without a deal, the law – known as the Benn Act- requires him to accept the EU Brexit extension. https://twitter.com/ShaneARDraper/status/1188763700108365824 Snap Election News of the Brexit extension comes as MPs prepare to vote on proposals by the…
President Trump attended Sunday night’s baseball game in Washington DC. Game 5 of the world series first pitch was thrown by Washington DC chef Jose Andres, a vocal critic of Trump. Andres has regularly attacked Trump’s immigration policies and his administration’s response to Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico. But the night only got worse for the US President. His low profile appearance has become a high-profile moment of his presidency. Both Trump and the first lady entered a lower-tier box to the left of the home plate. At this point, his presence had not been formally announced. At the end…
BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, Hong Kong has fallen into recession as the protests show no signs of stopping. Over in Russia, a soldier has killed 8 military members in a mass shooting at a military base. And US President Trump has thanked the countries involved in helping the US operation that killed ISIS leader al-Baghdadi. In the UK, the driver of the Essex lorry deaths is due to appear in court today. A survey shows nearly half of the UK believe the prime minister is lying about protecting the NHS from Donald Trump. And the…
Brief.Me Sunday Papers – WEEKEND Briefing In today’s briefing update, much of the Sunday papers front pages focus is on Essex lorry deaths. Politics and England’s rugby victory also feature on the Sunday front splashes. Plus, a cold case disappearance and lottery fraud. In our special feature, we take a closer look into the Essex lorry deaths. And what the papers are reporting. ……………………………………………………. MIGRANT DEATHS: BRITAIN FACES AXE FROM EITE EU POLICING UNIT The Observer’s front page says the UK faces exclusion from Europol’s dedicated anti-smuggling operation after Brexit. And reports the prime minister saying Brexit could…
BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, Lebanese protesters have rejected the president’s plea for talks. We head to the U.S with news president Trump has suggested Syrian Kurds should relocate. It comes after the news the U.S is considering deploying armoured vehicles to protect oil fields. And on the other side of the world, tourists have flocked to climb Australia’s Uluru before a ban is imposed on the sacred site. In the UK, the length of the proposed Brexit delay is being considered by the EU. Meanwhile, MPs are considering Boris Johnson 12 December snap election. In…
The 39 people found dead in a refrigerated trailer in Essex were Chinese nationals. The lorry driver Mo Robinson, 25 is still being questioned on suspicion of murdering the eight women and 31 men. Mr Robinson’s home in Laurelvale in County Armagh has been raided. As well as two other properties in Northern Ireland he has connections with. His local community is said to be in “complete shock.” “The local community is hoping that he [Mo Robinson] has been caught up innocently in this matter but it’s in the hands of Essex Police, and we will leave it in their…
Several people have been found dead after fierce flooding in southern France After several days of heavy storms that sent rivers flooding over their banks across southern France, causing “significant damage,” the interior minister said Thursday. Eight departments in France were placed on high alert for flash floods. So far official reports have said rescue workers have carried out nearly 1,800 operations since Sunday. Around 700 homes remain without power in Herault and Gard, and the flooding could halt train services across much of the area until at least November 4, the SNCF train operator said. “This toll could have…
BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, Indian troops have killed three Kashmiri militants in a counterinsurgency operation. The deaths have reportedly wiped out the militant group. The Kurdish military chief has thanked Russia as they welcome Russian peacekeeping patrols. The peacekeepers will patrol the border alongside Syrian troops and Russian military police. Over in Chile, the president’s apology has failed to quell the anger amid growing violence. The death toll is reported to be at least 18. In the UK, police are continuing to question the Essex lorry driver. He was found to be driving a refrigerated…
US lawmakers expressed frustration over the human rights situation in Indian Kashmir
The Godfather and Apocalypse Now director Francis Ford Coppola has joined Martin Scorsese in dismissing superhero films. The legendary director was speaking to journalists in Lyon following his acceptance of the Prix Lumiere for his contribution to cinema. He said: “When Martin Scorsese says that the Marvel pictures are not cinema, he’s right because we expect to learn something from cinema, we expect to gain something, some enlightenment, some knowledge, some inspiration.” Coppola, 80 continued: “I don’t know that anyone gets anything out of seeing the same movie over and over again. Martin was kind when he said it’s not…
.BRIEF – ME! – UK NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, Boris will push for a general election if the EU offers a longer delay. Manchester Arena bomber’s brother denies 22 counts of murder. The Duchess of Sussex makes her first public appearance since the explosive ITV documentary. All in today’s UK news briefing – A daily roundup of all the news headlines that you need to know, summarised as part of WTX News Briefing. ……………………………………………………. BREXIT: PM TO PUSH FOR ELECTION IF EU OFFERS LONGER DELAY BBC News reports the PM will push for a general election if the…
BRIEF – ME! – WORLD NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, China drafts a plan to replace Hong Kong’s leader Carrie Lam. Russian and Syrian forces to deploy to northeastern Syria – outside Turkey’s operation. US diplomat testifies Trump tied Ukraine aid to politically motivated probes. ALL in today’s WORLD news briefing – A daily roundup of all the news headlines that you need to know, summarised as part of WTX News Briefing. ……………………………………………………. CHINA DRAFTS PLAN TO REPLACE CARRIE LAM AS HK’S CHIEF EXEC: FT Aljazeera reports China is planning to replace Carrie Lam with an “interim” chief executive according to…
Justin Trudeau’s Liberal Party has retained power
.BRIEF – ME! – UK NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, British police will fly to the US to interview the suspect in the crash that killed Harry Dunn. Northern Ireland legalises abortion and gay marriage. A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the double fatal stabbing of two teens at a house party. All in today’s UK news briefing – A daily roundup of all the news headlines that you need to know, summarised as part of WTX News Briefing. ……………………………………………………. HARRY DUNN CRASH: POLICE TO FLY TO US TO INTERVIEW SUSPECT BBC News says British police…
BRIEF – ME! – WORLD NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, Justin Trudeau’s Liberals will form a Canadian minority government. Mike Pompeo says Trump is “fully prepared” to take military action against Turkey. Chinese state-run media says Western countries are paying the price for supporting the Hong Kong riots. ALL in today’s WORLD news briefing – A daily roundup of all the news headlines that you need to know, summarised as part of WTX News Briefing. ……………………………………………………. TRUDEAU’S LIBERALS TO FORM CANADIAN MINORITY GOVERNMENT: TV PROJECTIONS Arab News says according to TV projections Candian PM Justin Trudeau’s ruling Liberals will form a…
How much more can the EU take?
