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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…

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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…

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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:…

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.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.…

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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…

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.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…

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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. …………………………………………………….…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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BRIEF – ME! – WORLD NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, India says Pakistan will not get a single drop of their water.  Trump moves to sanction Turkey after backlash from Congress. The UK enters its last day of Brexit talks before crunch EU summit.  Harry Dunn’s parents meet with Donald Trump in an attempt to get their son’s ‘killer’ to return to the UK.  ALL in today’s WORLD news briefing – A daily roundup of all…

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BRIEF – ME! – UK NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, The Met Police have announced a London-wide ban on Extinction Rebellion protests.  Boris Johnson’s Brexit plan will leave the UK worse-off than May’s proposal a study finds.   England’s Euro 2020 qualifier game halted twice over racist abuse.   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. …………………………………………………….…

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