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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?

BRIEF – ME! – UK NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, thousands of jobs at risk after high street chain collapses.  Prince Harry says he’ll always protect his family, remembers Diana and hints at rift with brother Will.   Two best friends, both 17, were stabbed to death at a house party in Milton Keynes.   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. ……………………………………………………. BONMARCHE: ALMOST 2,900 JOBS AT RISK AS HIGH STREET FIRM COLLAPSES INTO ADMINISTRATION The Independent says thousands of jobs…

BRIEF – ME! – WORLD NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, Chilean state of emergency extended after deadly riots.  US forces destroy their own airfield and equipment as they flee northern Syria. India and Pakistan trade barbs over deadly Kashmir clash that killed at least 10.  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. ……………………………………………………. CHILEAN STATE OF EMERGENCY EXTENDED AROUND COUNTRY AFTER DEADLY RIOTS France 24 reports Chiles government will extend a state of emergency to cities in its north and south…

Brief.Me Sunday Papers – WEEKEND Briefing In today’s briefing update, much of the Sunday papers front pages focus is on Brexit.  Boris Johnson refuses to sign the letter he’s sent to the Eu asking for a Brexit delay.  The prime minister fights “Brexit wreckers” with defiant letters.  The PM won’t allow there to be Brexit delays despite humiliating defeat in the Commons.  Boris “humiliated” by “house of fools” after Commons defeat.  Eastenders star now working as security in a shop.  ……………………………………………………. JOHNSON REFUSES TO SIGN BREXIT DELAY LETTER The Sunday Telegraph says the PM complied with a law…

Trump hails ‘great day’ for Turkey & Syria

BRIEF – ME! – UK NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, Boris in the race to win support for his new deal. The Extinction Rebellion activist accused of ‘jeopardising the movement’ after tube stunt.   Theme park to be prosecuted after the death of an 11-year-old schoolgirl.   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: JOHNSON IN RACE TO WIN SUPPORT FOR DEAL BBC News says the prime minister will attempt to persuade MPs to back his Brexit deal today ahead…

BRIEF – ME! – WORLD NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, an intense gunfight in Culiacan after troops locate EL Chapo’s son.  Turkey has agreed to suspend its Syria offensive whilst Kurds withdraw. France says it has foiled a 9/11 inspired plane hijacking attack.  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. ……………………………………………………. GUNFIGHT RAGES IN CULIACAN AFTER TROOPS LOCATE CHAPO’S SON Arab News reports an intense gunfight raged in the capital of Mexico’s Sinaloa state on Thursday after security forces located…

India’s top court has concluded the hearing of the Babri Mosque case, which is built on land claimed by Muslims and Hindus.  The case bought forward is to settle a land title dispute between Muslims and Hindus over plans to build a temple on the site.  A verdict is expected to be reached next month.  What’s the dispute about?  In 1992 a Hindu mob demolished the 16th-century mosque in the town of Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh. It sparked riots and violence across India that killed nearly 2000 people.  Many Hindus believe that the Babri Masjid was constructed on the ruins…

BRIEF – ME! – UK NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, a body has been found in the River Taff in the search for missing Brooke Morris. MPs call for an investigation into Jennifer Arcuri’s firm.   BA passengers still struggling with breathing difficulties two months on from a flight which filled with smoke mid-air.    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. ……………………………………………………. BROOKE MORRIS: BODY FOUND IN SEARCH FOR MISSING 22-YEAR-OLD RUGBY PLAYER The Independent says police investigating the disappearance of…

BRIEF – ME! – WORLD NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, US VP Mike Pence heads to Turkey seeking a ceasefire.  Landslide, Building damage from Philippines quake kills four. Hong Kong’s leader Carrie Lam abandons speech as hecklers say she has ‘blood on her hands.’  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. ……………………………………………………. LANDSLIDE, BUILDING DAMAGE FROM PHILIPPINES QUAKE KILLS 4 Arab News reports a strong and shallow quake hit the southern Philippines on Wednesday, sending hundreds rushing out of a shopping…

A dialogue could focus on greater autonomy for Catalonia, possibly within a more federal Plurinational framework in Spain