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 BRIEF – ME! – WORLD NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, a federal US judge has temporarily blocked a ban on abortions at or over eight weeks. Missouri already has some of the most restrictive abortion regulations.    Iran’s President tells the US to “take the first step” by ending all sanctions. One day after President Trump said he was open to meeting.  Russia’s space agency chief has offered to send Turkey’s first astronaut into space. The Turkish President is flattered by the offer. China has arrested an Australian-Chinese writer on charges of spying. The writer’s lawyer says little information about the charges…

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 BRIEF – ME! – UK NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, Jeremy Corbyn has said a no-deal Brexit would leave the UK at the mercy of President Trump and the US.  The government is putting Britons at risk by stripping British ISIS members’ of their citizenship, says former defence minister. A man has died after entering the River Trent on the hottest day of the year. Police warn of the dangers of entering open water. An 18-year-old male has been stabbed to death in east London. No arrests have been made. All in today’s UK news briefing – A daily roundup of…

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 BRIEF – ME! – WORLD NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, Iraqi leaders have condemned Sunday’s Israeli drone attack and called the strikes an ‘attack on Iraqi sovereignty.’   President Trump skipped a vital G7 climate change meeting. There appear to be several different versions as to why the President wasn’t in attendance.  Russian nuclear accident, that killed five scientists has been linked to the US withdrawal from the ABM Treaty.  Trump slams suggestions he wants to nuke hurricanes as “FAKE NEWS.” All in today’s WORLD news briefing – A daily roundup of all the news headlines that you need to know, summarised…

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 BRIEF – ME! – UK NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, the odds of the UK striking a Brexit deal are ‘touch and go’ says PM Johnson.  Prince Andrew is now willing to talk to the FBI over the Jeffery Epstein case. The Palace has strongly denied the claims made against Andrew and says he will co-operate with police on both sides of the Atlantic.  A 21-year-old man has been stabbed to death on a high street in Maidstone. Four men, aged between 19 and 23 have been arrested. The UK revelled in record-breaking temperatures on Sunday. Britain was hotter than Barcelona…

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 BRIEF – ME! – WORLD NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, North Korea test-fires a ‘super-large multiple rocket launcher’. It’s the 7th test in just one month.   Amazon fires: Brazil sends troops and two aircraft to fight the fires. Hezbollah chief says they will down Israeli drones in Lebonese skies hours after two crash in Beirut. Iranian Minister, Zarif, makes a surprise appearance at G7 leaving the USA blindsided.  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. ……………………………………………………. KOREA TEST-FIRES ‘SUPER LARGE MULTIPLE…

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 BRIEF – ME! – UK NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, French president Macron says the Irish backstop plan was “indispensable” to preserving stability and the single market.   A 10-year-old boy has been found dead in a caravan in Birmingham. A woman has been arrested on suspicion of neglect.  A man who filmed a burning model of Grenfell Tower has been cleared by the court. The video features black and brown cardboard figures of people burning inside the tower.  All in today’s UK news briefing – A daily roundup of all the news headlines that you need to know, summarised as part…

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 BRIEF – ME! – WORLD NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, Two men, in two different states, have been arrested for workplace attack threats. Both men had an arsenal of weapons in their homes.   Google has shut down Youtube accounts linked to Hong Kong protest misinformation.  A thunderstorm in Poland has killed 4 people, two of them children, and injured over 100.  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. ……………………………………………………. US: ATTACK THREATS PROMPT ARRESTS IN 2 STATES Aljazeera News says two…

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 BRIEF – ME! – UK NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, German Chancellor Merkel has suggested an alternative to the Irish backstop could be found within 30 days. She said it would be up to the UK to offer up a workable plan.  The British Army is relying upon under 18’s to fill its ranks. Last year, under 18s, made up nearly 30% of recruits. Recruits are often more likely to come from poorer backgrounds.  The body of Lucas Dobson, 6 has been found. He was found after a four-day search of the river Stour after the boy slipped and fell in…

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 BRIEF.ME – WORLD NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, Iran’s Supreme Leader has urged India to adopt a just policy towards Kashmiris. Adding they should prevent the oppression of Muslims.  Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Imran Khan has said the brutal Modi is preparing to inflict cruelty on all Kashmiris. He has urged the community against India’s aggression in Kashmir and human rights organisations to come together. Syrian regime forces have taken full control of a key town. 21 anti-government fighters including 18 Jihadists were killed in Wednesday’s clashes. As well as 10 government or loyalist fighters.  All in today’s WORLD news…

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 BRIEF.ME – UK NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, unless the UK’s withdrawal agreement is reopened and the backstop dropped there is no prospect of a deal, Downing Street has said.  The mother of the man charged with murdering PC Andrew Harper has said her son wasn’t at the scene. She believes her son is innocent and says statements and CCTV evidence that would prove where her son was at the time of the incident have not been collected. A man seeking asylum in the UK on grounds of his sexuality is to have his case retried. He was originally told…

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 BRIEF.ME – WORLD NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, India’s spacecraft has successfully entered the lunar orbit.   President Trump has once again called for Russia to rejoin the G7 and make it the G8 once more. The US has blocked billions of dollars from reaching Iran’s Revolutionary Guard. The sanctions signed by Trump also target top military commanders and Iran’s Supreme Leader.  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. ……………………………………………………. INDIA’S CHANDRAYAAN 2 SPACECRAFT ENTERS LUNAR ORBIT CNN reports India’s…

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BRIEF.ME – WORLD NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, the US has confirmed they have tested a medium-range cruise missile. It comes weeks after exiting the INF treaty which prevented nuclear-capable weapons.  Turkey has condemned an airstrike on its military convey. The attack, which Turkey has blamed on “regime forces,” has killed three and wounded twelve. President Trump has claimed Google should be sued for ‘manipulating’ voters in favour of Hillary Clinton in the run-up to the 2016 election. Trump has before blamed illegal immigrants for Clinton winning the 2016 popular vote.  The Iranian tanker -formerly known as Grace 1- has…

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BRIEF.ME – UK NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, the parents of Jihadi Jack have called Sajid Javid a coward after news broke their son has been stripped of his UK citizenship. The family of murdered PC Andrew Harper have said they’ll never recover from his death. In a touching tribute, they praised his bravery and showed their support for the police force.  Prince Andrew has said he is “appalled” by reports of Epstein’s alleged crimes. The Prince, a friend of the billionaire paedophile, had stayed silent but with mounting pressure, Buckingham Palace released a statement. The demolition of the power…

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BRIEF.ME – WORLD NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, a suicide bombing at a wedding in Kabul has claimed the lives of 63 people and injured 182 – including women and children. ISIS has claimed responsibility for the deadly attack.  A huge peaceful protest in Hong Kong mobilised over 1 million people. Despite warnings from Beijing, the movement still attracts wide public support.  The UN appeals for more humanitarian aid for Venezuelan refugees. Refugees are pouring into neighbouring towns every day – stretching social services and causing local tension. The White House economic advisor said the US president is thinking about…

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BRIEF.ME – UK NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, the Iranian oil tanker- Grace 1 has been released. The tanker was detained last month on suspicion of violating EU sanctions. The US had issued a last-minute plea to stop the release.  Scotland Yard confirmed the man stabbed outside the Home Office is a government worker. They have arrested a 29-year-old man.  The family of Nora Quoirin still believe the 15-year-old may have been taken. Despite the post-mortem revealing, she died of starvation and stress. The results show no signs of foul play.  All in today’s UK news briefing – A daily…

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BRIEF.ME – WORLD NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, Israel is set to ban two US congresswomen from visiting the country. Both women support the Palestine-led boycott movement. Hours before the announcement Trump, on Twitter, encouraged Israel to ban the women. The autopsy in Jeffery Epstein’s death shows a broken neck. A medical examiner says it’s an “unusual suicide.” The ‘Hollywood Ripper’ has been found guilty of the murder of two women in 2008. And the attempted murder of another woman. The sentencing phase will begin on Tuesday.  All in today’s WORLD news briefing – A daily roundup of all the…

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BRIEF.ME – UK NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, Boris Johnson has accused MP’s of “collaborating” with the EU in a bid to block Brexit. Mr Johnson said he wanted a deal but needs our “European friends to compromise.” The government has unveiled the #KnifeFree campaign. Chicken takeaway boxes will carry the government’s message and warn of the dangers of carrying a knife. Senior Labour figures have heavily criticised the campaign for being racist from Priti Patel. Jeremy Corbyn has laid out his plans to stop a no-deal Brexit. He has offered to act as a caretaker PM for a limited…

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