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VIDEO: World condemns Colombia ‘excessive force’ – 19 dead, 846 injured, many missing  The world has come together to condemn the violence and what the UN called “excessive use of force” by security officers in Colombia. So far 19 people have been killed and 846 injured in ongoing clashes with security forces during days of anti-government protests.  The UN, US, EU and rights bodies joined in the criticism after the official data on deaths and injuries were published.  A Colombia human rights agency – separate from the government – listed 89 people as “disappeared.”  Tens of thousands of Colombians have…

Daily News Briefing Brief. Me Better Faster https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjBkNKmn4qU&t=20s LIVE NEWS TODAY “,”nextArrow”:””,”autoplay”:true,”autoplaySpeed”:5000}’ dir=”ltr” data-typing=”1″> 13:21 Facebook board to announce decision on Trump ban 12:55 Dubai: Book Covid-19 vaccination appointment via WhatsApp 12:23 VIDEO: World condemns Colombia ‘excessive force’ – 19 dead, 846 injured, many missing  07:33 Daily News Briefing: Covid-19 variant vaccines fast tracked – Derek Chauvin files for new trial COVID UK Europe US Middle East Asia World COVID Coronavirus Cases: 154,998,238Deaths: 3,241,462Recovered: 132,485,040view by country UK Ashford explosion: Seven in hospital after Kent blast that destroyed homePolice are attempting to establish whether anyone is missing following an explosion that…

With 150 days to go, officials met in person as the city looks forward to the launch Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, welcomed commissioners of countries participating in Expo 2020 Dubai. Expo’s sixth International Participants Meeting (IPM) was held by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid on Tuesday. It is the final gathering of nations, multilateral organizations, academic institutions, and corporations before Expo 2020 Dubai open. The global event is set to start in 150 days, on October 1, after being delayed a year due to the pandemic. “Dubai today welcomed delegates representing 173 countries and 24…

Candlelight vigil held for PCSO Julia James 1 week after her murder Tonight, people are being asked to light candles on their doorsteps in tribute to murdered PCSO Julia James.  It has been a week since the 53-year-old’s body was discovered in woodland near Dover, Kent. Police have yet to identify a motive for her killing and no arrests have been made.  In a Facebook post, her daughter said she had been asked about a vigil and was “so grateful for people wanting to remember her.”  But she wanted “all police resources to be concentrating on the investigation.”  “I am…

VIDEO: Billionaires Bill and Melinda Gates £96 billion DIVORCE – UK travel news – India Covid-19 crisis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJRAU4xOlDM TOP HEADLINES  India says Covid-19 infections ‘slowing down’ as it passes 20 million cases UK likely to give green light for travel to fewer than 10 EU countries France to vote through new law aimed at tackling climate change UK and India announce $1.4bn private sector investments Gulf countries condemn continued Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia Colombia braces for fresh tax reform protests after deadly week Joe Biden to quadruple refugee cap BUSINESS  Hospitality bosses lose court battle over indoor opening  Billionaires…

Daily News Briefing Brief. Me Better Faster https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJRAU4xOlDM LIVE NEWS TODAY “,”nextArrow”:””,”autoplay”:true,”autoplaySpeed”:5000}’ dir=”ltr” data-typing=”1″> 11:52 Candlelight vigil held for PCSO Julia James – 1 week after murder 10:51 VIDEO: Billionaire Bill Gates £96 billion DIVORCE  07:26 Daily News Briefing: India 20m cases – UK ‘greenlights’ EU travel – Bill Gates’ £93 billion divorce 22:18 Bill and Melinda Gates divorce COVID UK Europe US Middle East Asia World COVID Coronavirus Cases: 154,203,029Deaths: 3,227,451Recovered: 131,628,616view by country UK COVID-19: End of ‘cruel’ isolation rule for care home residentsCare home residents are now able to leave for “low risk” visits without isolating for…

Bill and Melinda Gates announce they are ending their marriage

India elections: Modi defeated in battleground state Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party has lost a key battleground state in the Indian elections amid a devastating Covid-19 scene in the country.  The BJP tried hard in West Bengal during the campaigning trail but the state was held by the incumbent Mamata Banerjee – a strong Modi critic.  Her win stunned political observers due to the time and money the BJP invested in the state.  PM Modi has been accused of spending more time on the election and polls than on the pandemic.  Despite the defeat in West Bengal, the BJP…

2021’s Spring fashion trends ready to bloom  Spring’s 2021 street style trends are getting ready to bloom! All over the world signs of Spring trends are being expressed through colour. These bright patterns are popping up in both muted and shocking ways. Some are approaching the trend with subtlety, others are making it a focal point.  As we start to step out into the world – and lockdowns and restrictions coming to an end – these looks are the perfect way to step out into the new world. This is how each city is approaching the trend.  Shanghai Seoul…

May 3 Bank Holiday: Asda, Morrisons and other supermarket opening times today – Happy Bank holiday!  It’s May 3 – the early May bank holiday – a three-day weekend! But don’t get caught out by supermarket opening and closing times. Make sure you click the links to find your nearest store’s opening and closing times! Happy May Bank Holiday. May bank holiday Morrisons opening hours  Morrisons stores will vary in opening times based upon their size, but the vast majority will be open between 7 am and 8 pm on the bank holiday. To be sure, head over to the…