Covid-19: PM Considering England Lockdown Next Week by Raphael Bichene

The prime minister is considering a month-long lockdown across England in the hope that measures could be eased before Christmas. A new “stay at home” order could be announced on Monday, with schools, colleges and universities exempt. Documents seen by the BBC suggest the UK is on course for a much higher death toll than… Continue reading Covid-19: PM Considering England Lockdown Next Week by Raphael Bichene

France Attack: Attacker Recently Arrived From Tunis by Francisca Ogar

The Tunisian man who killed three people in a French church only recently arrived in Europe, officials say. The suspect, 21, had an Italian Red Cross document, issued after he arrived by a migrant boat to Italy’s Lampedusa island last month. He was shot by police and is in a critical condition. One of the… Continue reading France Attack: Attacker Recently Arrived From Tunis by Francisca Ogar

Corbyn Suspended over Labour Anti-semitism Attack by Jessy Samuel

Labour has suspended former leader Jeremy Corbyn after an inquiry found the party was “responsible for unlawful acts of harassment and discrimination” during his time in charge. The UK’s human rights watchdog identified “serious failings” in dealing with anti-Jewish racism. And the watchdog said Mr Corbyn’s office had “politically interfered” in the complaints process. Mr… Continue reading Corbyn Suspended over Labour Anti-semitism Attack by Jessy Samuel

UN Official Expresses Concern Over Growing Tension Caused by Mohammed Cartoons by Francisca Ogar

The head of a UN anti-extremism body expressed “deep concern” Wednesday about growing tensions over satirical cartoons of the Prophet Mohammed, urging “mutual respect” between people of different faiths and political views. The statement by Miguel Angel Moratinos — who heads the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations — follows growing anger in the Muslim world… Continue reading UN Official Expresses Concern Over Growing Tension Caused by Mohammed Cartoons by Francisca Ogar

Samsung Loses Titan Lee Kun-Hee at 78 by Raphael Bichene

Lee Kun-hee, the chairman of South Korea’s largest conglomerate, Samsung Group, has died aged 78. Mr Lee helped to grow his father’s small trading business into an economic powerhouse, diversifying into areas like insurance and shipping. During his lifetime, Samsung Electronics also became one of the world’s biggest tech firms. He was the richest person… Continue reading Samsung Loses Titan Lee Kun-Hee at 78 by Raphael Bichene

Biden Vows to Unite Americans in Victory Speech by Raphael Bichene

Joe Biden has said he wants to restore the soul of the United States, vowing “not to divide but unify” the country, in his first speech as president-elect. “This is the time to heal in America,” he told a crowd in Wilmington, Delaware. Mr Biden defeated incumbent President Donald Trump following a cliff-hanger vote count… Continue reading Biden Vows to Unite Americans in Victory Speech by Raphael Bichene

Judge Amy Barrett Confirmed to Supreme Court By Raphael Bichene

The US Senate has confirmed Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court in a victory for President Donald Trump a week before the presidential election. Mr Trump’s fellow Republicans voted 52-48 to approve the judge, overcoming the unified opposition of Democrats. Her appointment seals for the foreseeable future a 6-3 conservative majority on the… Continue reading Judge Amy Barrett Confirmed to Supreme Court By Raphael Bichene

Trump Casts Early Vote,Hits 3 States Campaign Trail by Raphael Bichene

President Donald Trump has conducted a three-state campaign blitz after voting early in Florida. He hopped between rallies in North Carolina, Ohio and Wisconsin on Saturday as he sought to make up ground against his Democratic challenger Joe Biden. Mr Biden, who holds a steady lead in national polls, campaigned in Pennsylvania, another key state.… Continue reading Trump Casts Early Vote,Hits 3 States Campaign Trail by Raphael Bichene

Trump Fails to Get Defining Moment in Final Debate With Biden by Francisca Ogar

President Donald Trump heeded the pleas of his advisers when he took the debate stage Thursday night, delivering a much more restrained performance as he took on his rival, Joe Biden, but he failed to get the game-changing moment he needed to dramatically alter the trajectory of the race. While much more subdued than his… Continue reading Trump Fails to Get Defining Moment in Final Debate With Biden by Francisca Ogar

Eiffel Tower Closed For Two Hours After Bomb Threat by Raphael Ogar

The Eiffel Tower in Paris was evacuated for two hours Wednesday after an anonymous caller threatened to blow up the great edifice in the heart of the French capital, police said. After an inspection, nothing suspicious was found and the Eiffel Tower was able to reopen to visitors. “A man phoned up, shouted ‘Allah Akbar’… Continue reading Eiffel Tower Closed For Two Hours After Bomb Threat by Raphael Ogar