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The Good, The Bad & The Savage – Media impact of Trump calling the 2020 US Election early. President Donald Trump prematurely declared early Wednesday he had won re-election against Joe Biden and said he would ask the Supreme Court to intervene, even as several battleground states continue to count votes. Trump claims victory This is how the world reacted on social media to President Trump’s claims of Victory. https://youtu.be/HTLJSkvqDnU “This is a fraud on the American public,” Trump said after noting that he holds leads in several states that have not been called in his favour, including Pennsylvania and…

Tensions in Portland ran high after Election Riots erupted around the United States. On Wednesday with several protesters putting US flags on fire after Donald Trump claimed an early victory and made unfounded allegations of election fraud. The liberal enclave in the state of Oregon had braced for possible armed clashes after months of divisive rallies involving left-wing activists, right-wing militias and federal officers deployed by the Trump administration. As President Donald Trump claimed he won the US election early Wednesday, despite key states still counting ballots, activists gathered outside the Portland federal courthouse — the epicentre of the summer’s…

Wednesday 4 November coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Wednesday 4 November 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 47,854,043 Deaths: 1,220,535 Recovered: 34,357,609 Hungary to reintroduce state of emergency amid coronavirus spreadHungary to reintroduce state of emergency amid coronavirus spread Algerian president has COVID-19 but improving, presidency says France’s Covid-19 daily death toll hits 854, hospitalisations over 1,000 MPs to vote on Covid-19 one month lockdown Previous Next Headlines: What the papers…

Tuesday 3 November coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGTuesday 3 November 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers.Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 47,327,408Deaths: 1,211,429Recovered: 34,036,327 Virus cases set to rise in Saudi Arabia, warn health chiefsFrance’s new Covid-19 cases top 52,000 in latest 24-hour recordLiverpool to pioneer UK’s first attempt at mass Covid testing Previous Next Headlines: What the papers say? Liverpool to pioneer UK’s first attempt at mass Covid testing.France’s new Covid-19 cases top 52,000 in latest 24-hour record.Virus cases set to…

US ELECTION DAY – LIVE !!! US ELECTIONS 2020 Thursday 5th November 2020 Latest POlls 0 % Biden 0 % TRUMP Latest RESULTS Electoral College 0 Biden 0 TRUMP Electoral college 0 Road to 270 / 538 Check out Twitter world reactions Take a peek inside our Wonderworld Play Previous Next Key States Arizona (11)Georgia (16)Alaska (6)Maine (4 )Michigan (16)Nebraska (1)Nevada (6)Pennsylvania (20)Wisconsin (10) Latest from SENATE race 0 Democrat 0 Republican EURO NEWS Slovenian Prime Minister Janez Janša congratulates Donald Trump despite no election result Euro News This page is LIVE BLOG WTX on the Road LIVE LIVE updates…

US Election 2020: Trump WON’T accept defeat – could drag out until 2021 The US election is likely heading for chaos if key battleground states are unable to deliver decisive results – with the process potentially being dragged out until next year, a UK-based expert has warned. President Donald Trump is currently trailing in most polls and even if he does eventually lose he will refuse to accept the legitimacy of the result, according to Professor Richard Johnson, a lecturer in US Politics and Policy at Queen Mary University. The professor says Trump will remain a potent force politically for…

Monday 2 November coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGMonday 2 November  2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers.Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 46,834,497Deaths: 1,205,432Recovered: 33,762,216 Coronavirus disrupts lives of Middle East’s children with special needsWHO chief self-quarantining after contact tests positive for Covid-19Trump breaks coronavirus curfew at Florida rallyNearly half of Slovakia’s population takes part in first day of nationwide coronavirus testingPrince William ‘tested positive in April’Kendall Jenner slammed for huge party Previous Next Headlines: What the papers say? PM Johnson to tell…

Prince William ‘tested positive for Covid-19 in April’ around the same time as Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Prince Charles, Prince of Wales. The exact dates when Prince William was infected is unclear. The Sun newspaper, which broke the story, said that he took a seven-day break from calls and video messages from April 9 to April 16. Prince William kept it a secret Prince William, second in line to the throne, kept his diagnosis private to avoid alarming the nation. The 38-year-old Prince did not tell anyone about his positive test result because “there were important things going on…

Charlie Hebdo trial suspended as suspect catches Covid-19 The main suspect in the 2015 Charlie Hebdo attack in France has tested positive for Covid-19 and his trial has been suspended, lawyers say.  Ali Reza Polat is accused of helping the militant Islamic attackers who killed 12 people at the satirical magazine four years ago.  All ten accused accomplices must be tested for the virus before the trial can resume, said the presiding judge.  It’s likely the suspension will delay the trial’s conclusion later this month. The judge suspended the court for several days after Ali Reza Plolat, 35, was sick…

Brief. BrIEf.Me In today’s briefing update, we look at the differing take on the prime minister’s announcement that England will enter a new national lockdown for four weeks from the national newspapers.We’re looking at the latest global Covid-19 news and all the latest coronavirus figures from around the globe. Finally, catch up the latest from entertainment and sport —  as the world mourns the loss of an acting giant and Premier Leauge games today! …………………………………………………….How the papers have reported on the new national lockdownThe Observer describes the PM’s “extraordinary U-turn” highlighting accusations that government indecision and delay will cost lives and jobs.…

Second Lockdown for England starts Thursday – no guarantee it will be lifted before Christmas

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Cumming breached coronavirus during National lockdown! He had no respect for the COVID-19 virus and the lives that were being lost during the pandemic. Nazir Afzal, a top UK prosecutor has called for further action to be taken against Dominic Cummings for his severe and continued breach of lockdown rules implemented in the UK. The in-depth dossier has now been submitted to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) for consideration. Azal wants the CPS to pursue prosecution of Cummings for his flagrant disregard for the law during his 260-mile trip to Durham in March and April this year. The paper demonstrates…

Turkey’s rescue teams are racing against time for the search for survivors. Greece and Turkey Earthquake Rescue teams are in full swing. In the Turkish port city of Izmir are hunting through the rubble of collapsed buildings for survivors of Friday’s powerful earthquake. The powerful quake struck Turkey’s Aegean coast and north of Greek island of Samos on Friday, killing at least 27 people. The death toll from Greece and Turkey earthquake, which struck the Greek island of Samos, has risen to 27, with over 800 injured. But local experts are expecting the death toll to rise significantly in the…

Most Epic Celebrity Halloween Costume Ideas WTX News looks back on some of the best celeb costumes over the years – whether you’re looking for sultry, spooky or silly we’ve rounded up some of our faves for inspiration this year. From Harry Styles rocking Elton John to Kendall Jenner as a fembot and Beyonce and Jay Z as Barbie and Ken. Happy Halloween!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z1eoMpBMSlI&feature=youtu.be …………………… FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA AND SHARE WTX NEWS WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY: Facebook – Please like our page Twitter – Twitter updates available in English and Arabic. Please follow us and we…

Insta Talk Episode 11 On this episode of Insta Talk, we’re getting ready for Halloween with our fashion expert from Dubai – who will be digging into her wardrobe to show you how you can dress up for a night in, giving Halloween a classy look! Our health expert and plant-based activist from the USA is here to show you how to make some vegan Halloween cupcakes that are delicious! And celebrity makeup artist Joanne Morgan is here to walk you through how to wear classic Halloween colours this season. So stay for a spooky kind of show! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuppAhI7Zvs&feature=youtu.be Stay…

The national polls The latest polling average puts Biden ahead of Trump nationally. While the national poll tracker is a poor indicator of how the crucial swing states will sway the election, a strong polling lead across the country can point to how the race will develop. US elections poll tracker is keeping an eye on the rolling 14-day averages of the polls in eight key states that will be vital in the race for the White House. It currently has Biden ahead in Florida, Pennsylvania, Michigan, North Carolina, Arizona, Wisconsin and Iowa. Trump retains a lead in Ohio. But,…

Friday 30 October coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGFriday 30 October 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers.Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 45,360,582Deaths: 1,186,609Recovered: 33,003,694 Catalonia closes border for two weeksEU to fund transfer of Covid-19 patients between countries as strain on hospitals growsBrazil’s Bolsonaro says fresh Covid-19 lockdowns ‘crazy’Trump and Biden clash on Covid-19 as they hold rallies in battleground state FloridaJapan passes 100,000 casesNottingham moves into tier 3 restrictions Previous Next Headlines: What the papers say? Covid: Nottinghamshire moves into tier…

Happy Halloween! How did it start? The differences between UK and US celebrations and how it’ll be celebrated this year! Halloween is always on October 31. Unlike some other festivals such as Easter, Lent, Eid and Diwali, the date does not vary each year. The name is a shortened version of All Hallows Evening, which refers to the Christian festival of All Hallows’ Eve or All Saints’ Eve. The origins Halloween began as the festival of Samhain. It was part of the ancient Celtic religion in Britain and other parts of Europe. At the end of summer, the Celts thought…

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Thursday 29 October coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Thursday 29 October 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 44,775,984 Deaths: 1,179,239 Recovered: 32,728,561 nick cage to play joe exotic nfl london 2020 games scrapped nhs contact tracing app trialled in isle of wight Trump expects US deathtoll to hit 100,000 Previous Next Headlines: What the papers say? Covid-19: Nearly 100,000 catching virus every day. India becomes second country worldwide to pass 8m…

Wednesday 28 October coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGWednesday 28 October 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers.Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 44,252,677Deaths: 1,171,479Recovered: 32,447,505 Coronavirus second wave hits PakistanTrump falsely claims Covid-19 cases downPandemic lockdowns fueling rise of sexual extortion crimes in Lebanon’Hard choices’ as France considers new Covid-19 clampdownMexico’s coronavirus cases pass 900,000Italian police clash with protesters Previous Next Headlines: What the papers say? Mexico’s coronavirus cases pass 900,000.‘Hard choices’ as France considers new Covid-19 clampdown.WATCH Italian police use water cannons,…

Tuesday 27 October coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Tuesday 27 October 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 43,790,543 Deaths: 1,164,609 Recovered: 32,182,737 WHO urges world ‘don’t give up’ as Covid-19 pandemic resurges Turkey to reconsider coronavirus measures Duterte seeks best Covid vaccine deal but ‘will not beg’ or allow private suppliers to rip off Philippines Treasury rejects claims it refused extra £150m for free school meals Northern England schools ‘most…

Monday 26 October coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGMonday 26 October 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these are the global active numbers.Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 43,355,159Deaths: 1,159,200Recovered: 31,907,861 Saudi Arabia announces 15 more Covid deaths‘Boycott French products’ launched over Macron’s Islam commentsNHS short of over £1bn for second Covid wave and onset of winterBoots to offer 12-minute Covid nasal swab test Previous Next Headlines: What the papers say? Boots to offer 12-minute Covid nasal swab test.NHS short of over £1bn for second Covid wave and onset…

Italy is moving towards a full lockdown by shutting cinemas, gyms and swimming pools from Monday