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Police have arrested a Pakistani man who killed an Indian businessman and his wife inside their villa in Arabian Ranches. The couple ran their own business and had an office in Sharjah. According to Dubai Police, the suspect stabbed the Indian couple and escaped on June 18, but he was arrested in less than 24 hours. Brigadier Jamal Al Jallaf, Director of Criminal Investigation Department at Dubai Police, said the daughter of the couple called the Dubai Police command room to report the incident. Earlier, the Indian Consul General in Dubai identified the couple as Hiren Adhiya and Vidhi Adhiya.…

The pandemic is “a crisis like no other,” the contraction in the global economy would be significantly worse than it previously thought, and recovery was “uncertain,” the IMF said in a gloomy update to its World Economic Outlook. As the health and human toll grows, the economic damage is already evident and represents the largest economic shock the world has experienced in decades. The COVID-19 pandemic will have cost the global economy $12 trillion by the end of next year, the International Monetary Fund predicted on Wednesday. Global gross domestic product is expected to fall by 4.9 per cent this…

The COVID-19 pandemic will have cost the global economy $12 trillion by the end of next year, the International Monetary Fund predicted on Wednesday. The pandemic was “a crisis like no other,” the contraction in the global economy would be significantly worse than it previously thought, and recovery was “uncertain,” the IMF said in a gloomy update to its World Economic Outlook. Global gross domestic product is expected to fall by 4.9 per cent this year in what the Fund called “The Great Lockdown.” Growth would jump next year by 5.4 per cent, but the IMF’s chief economist, Gita Gopinath,…

Wednesday 24 June coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Wednesday 24 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: 9,359,818 Deaths: 479,880 Recovered: 5,046,314 Spurs leaves West Ham in trouble Jimmy Kimmel apologises for blackface makeup UK must prepare for a second wave -health experts Previous Next Headlines: What the papers say? US National Institutes of Health was “told to cancel” grant to group studying bats, Fauci says. UK must prepare for second wave –…

A US soldier has been accused of planning an attack on his Army unit by giving classified information to a neo-Nazi satanist group based in the UK.  Ethan Melzer, 22, has been charged with: Conspiring and attempting to murder US nationals. Conspiring and attempting to murder military service members. Providing and attempting to provide material support to terrorists. Conspiring to murder and maim in a foreign country, according to court documents.  ‘Deadly British neo-Nazi satanist group’ Melzer was arrested by the FBI on June 10 after investigators claimed he gave sensitive military information to the Order of Nine Angles. The…

Cinemas, museums and galleries The PM is set to announce changes to the 2m rule and the reopening of cinemas, museums and galleries along with a rebooting of the hospitality industry. Cinemas, museums and galleries will be able to reopen in England from 4 July. Venues that shut their doors in mid-March will be able to welcome back visitors as long as safety measures are in place.  The PM is also due to announce how pubs can reopen safely following a review of the 2m distancing rule. Health Secretary Matt Hancock said on Monday that the virus was “in retreat.” …

A 28 year old man, who has been accused of touching a woman’s breast, has gone on trial at the Dubai Court of First Instance on charges of sexual abuse. The 21-year-old Indian woman testified that she lived in a residential building at Al Qusais when the 28-year-old defendant called her asking to meet her. “I opened the apartment door and spoke with him. He asked me if I wanted to rent a cheaper apartment. I told him that I’m happy in the existing apartment which I shared with my friends. He was angry and suddenly abused me. When I…

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Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first footballer to earn more than $1 billion (€885m), according to Forbes magazine. The Juventus player ranked fourth on the publication’s 2020 Celebrity 100 list after earning $105 million (€92.9m) before taxes and fees in the past year. He beat arch-rival Lionel Messi by one spot with the Argentinian netting $104 million (€92.1m). Ronaldo, 35, is not the first athlete to cross the $1 billion thresholds while still active, golfer Tiger Woods and boxer Floyd Mayweather beat him to it — but he is the first to reach it in a team sport. His prowess…

Monday, June 22 coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGMonday 22 June 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: 9,051,535Deaths: 470,804Recovered: 4,841,948 Iraqi football legend dies after Covid-19 battleTom Petty’s family issue Trump cease and desist over songTrump beats Higgins to Tour semisPM to announce on Tuesday if pubs will reopen in July Previous Next Headlines: What the papers say? Brazil tops 1 million Covid-19 cases. It may pass the US next, becoming the worst-hit country on the planet.UK: PM…

Community groups, charitable organisations and businessmen have announced plans for free charter services to repatriate Indian workers in the UAE affected by the COVID-19 crisis. Those who have offered hope to the distressed workers include Kerala Muslim Cultural Centre (KMCC), Dr Dhananjay Datar, chairman and managing director of Al Adil Group of supermarkets and flour mills and hotelier SP Singh Oberoi who runs Punjab-based Sarbat Da Bhala Charitable Trust. Dr Puthur Rahman, president of KMCC UAE on Sunday announced that the community group, that is in the forefront of repatriation mission through chartering flights, will dedicate one free charter flight…

Amal and George Clooney have donated half a million dollars in the fight against racial inequality. The couple are supporting the Equal Justice Initiative, a non-profit legal organisation. George and Amal Clooney made the donation of $500,000 (approx. Dhs1,837,000) to the Equal Justice Initiative, a non-profit organisation that provides legal representation to low-income prisoners who may have been wrongfully convicted of crimes. https://twitter.com/OMAHAGEMGIRL/status/1274903794870964225 George Clooney said his donation was a response to President Donald Trump’s claim that he made Juneteenth (a longstanding holiday that marks the end of slavery) “famous.” Juneteenth June 19, also known as Juneteenth, is a day that…

The United Arab Emirates has no lack of amazing women who are all worth being dubbed inspirational in so many ways. Every woman is an inspiration, from the stay-at-home mums dedicating their life and soul to her children, to the CEO at the head of the biggest company challenging the norms in a boardroom. Additionally, we all have women in our lives that we consider an inspiration for endless reasons – we love you ladies! That being said, here are 5 amazing Arab women across the Middle East that we think you should know about and spare a moment of…

Friday June 19 coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Friday 19 June 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: 8,586,718 Deaths: 456,468 Recovered: 4,536,046 UK Retail sales in May partly recover after DIY boost Boy,12, signs record deal after protest song went viral England women’s cricket players to return to training on Monday Previous Next Headlines: What the papers say? Spike in cases “a tragedy,” Florida infectious disease expert says. Retail sales in May…

Thursday 18 June coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Thursday 18 June 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: 8,406,660 Deaths: 451,429 Recovered: 4,417,386 NBA coaches union expresses concerns over Orlando plan That 70s show actor charged with raping three women Previous Next Headlines: What the papers say? Will Florida be the next epicentre on the coronavirus? A life-saving drug used across the NHS from today. UK public health bodies reviewing vitamin D’s effect…

Wednesday 17 June coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Wednesday 17 June 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: 8,264,468 Deaths: 446,135 Recovered: 4,321,998 Premier League to restart, what you need to know US reports another 24,000 coronavirus cases UK expert finds cheap, life-saving coronavirus drug – ‘major breakthrough’ Previous Next Headlines: What the papers say? The US reports 24,000 new cases. Cheap, life-saving coronavirus drug ‘major breakthrough.’ Don’t blame the public for Covid-19…

The conflict between India and China erupted last night as Chinese and Indian forces clashed at the border where India lost 20 soldiers. It has now been reported that the Chinese side also suffered casualties in the Galwan Valley. “Based on what I know, the Chinese side also suffered casualties in the Galwan Valley physical clash. I want to tell the Indian side, don’t be arrogant and misread China’s restraint as being weak. China doesn’t want to have a clash with India, but we don’t fear it,” he tweeted. China suffers casualties Tensions between India and China have been mounting…

20 Indian soldiers killed in ‘violent face-off’ with Chinese army at Ladakh 32 captured and 4 missing A total of 20 Indian soldiers died on Tuesday as a result of border clashes with Chinese troops in the northern Himalayan region of Ladakh, according to a statement by the Indian military. “Indian and Chinese troops have disengaged at the Galwan area where they had earlier clashed on the night of 15/16 June 2020,” said the Army’s statement. 32 Indian soldiers captured, 4 missing According to local Indian army sources, WTX News learned that four soldiers are currently missing and a further 32…

Tuesday 16 June coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Tuesday 16 June 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: 8,118,671 Deaths: 439,198 Recovered: 4,216,319 Dr Fauci says normal life might not return until next year as US coronavirus cases spike Oscars pushed back by two months New Zealand reports two new coronavirus cases, the first cases in three weeks Covid-19 can damage lungs beyond recognition, expert says Previous Next Headlines: What the papers…

Chaos in London as Oxford Street reopens and thousands ignore social distancing rules Oxford Street has demonstrated chaos this morning as thousands gathered for the reopening of non-essential shops.  The high street is back in business today but with strict rules in place to prevent a second wave of Covid-19. However, scenes on Oxford Street suggest the high street may not be able to implement such measures, and customers appear to ignore the rules.  Social media has been flooded with concerning images of crowds of people defying the two-metre rule outside big stores such as Nike – despite the fact…

A US Air Force pilot is missing after a fighter jet crashed into the North Sea.  The F-15C Eagle, from the 48th Fighter Wing at RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk, crashed just after 0940 BST while on a training mission.  https://twitter.com/bealejonathan/status/1272466054858539008 The cause of the crash is not yet known but the US Air Force confirmed one pilot was on board.  Search and Rescue teams are currently working to help find the pilot and fighter jet.  More to follow.  ……………………… FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA AND SHARE WTX NEWS WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY: Facebook – Please like our page Twitter…

Friday April 3 coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGMonday 15 June 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: 8,008,787Deaths: 435,865Recovered: 4,135,523 NHS migrant staff still paying a fee despite Boris u-turnJay Pharoah says LAPD officer put knee on his neckLong queues as shops reopen in England Previous Next Headlines: What the papers say? Long queues as shops reopen in England.Germany lifts travel warning for 27 countries.France accelerates lifting of lockdown after ‘first victory’ against covid-19.NHS: Migrant staff still paying…

Anyone travelling on public transport in England must wear a face covering from Monday under a new rule. More than 3,000 extra staff including police officers are being deployed at stations to make sure people comply. Authorities will ask passengers without a covering to wear one or they will face being refused onboard or fined £100. People with certain health conditions, disabled people and children under the age of 11 will be exempt from the rule. In the coming days, hundreds of thousands of free coverings will be handed out at railway stations. The government says masks can be homemade,…

Britain will urgently review its two-metre social distancing rule as it tries to help the economy recover from a 25% CORONAVIRUS crisis collapse, finance minister Rishi Sunak said. Progress in tackling the coronavirus meant Britain was able to take a “fresh look” at the rule, which many employers have said will make it harder for them to get back up to speed, Sunak said on Sunday. “The prime minister has put in place a comprehensive review of the two-metre rule. That review will involve the scientists, economists and others,” he said, adding that all of this would not put safety…

Friday June 12 coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGFriday 12 June 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: 7,600,265Deaths: 432,901Recovered: 3,843,996 England may join West Indies in protest says AndersonUK economy shrinks by 20.4%Netflix drops the Mighty Boosh Previous Next Headlines: What the papers say? UK economy shrinks by record 20.4% in April lockdown.BAME review: call to publish COVID protection advice.India’s coronavirus caseload ranks fourth in the world as infections near 300,000.Indonesia’s suspected child coronavirus deaths highlight danger.US coronavirus:…