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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…

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!…

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…

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…

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’…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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. …

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…

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…

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…

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…

Australian officials warned Black Lives Matter supporters they could arrest them if they breach CORONAVIRUS restrictions to take part in public protests, as debate erupted over the country’s own indigenous history. Prime Minister Scott Morrison drew strong criticism on Thursday after he said “there was no slavery in Australia” during a discussion of the early days of British settlement, which he acknowledged was “pretty brutal.” Shock and agitation expressed, Australia’s history of slavery Historians, Aboriginal…

Thursday 11 June coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGThursday 11 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: 7,460,415Deaths: 419,049Recovered: 3,779,035 JK Rowlinglocal authorities could go bust unless govt takes immediate actionAJ and Fury to fight Previous Next Headlines: What the papers say? Trump is getting his reopening as the virus takes another swipe.UK:…

The State Department informed Congress it intends to reopen the US consulate in Wuhan later this month aiming to be reopened around June 22, 2020. The State Department noted that “at the current time, conditions in China generally, and Hubei province specifically, have improved to such a degree that resuming operations in Wuhan is appropriate.” The US consulate was shut down when the  U.S. State Department withdrew staff and their families in late January after the…

The strange case of the two missing children from Idaho has had a major update after police found what they believe to be human remains.  Joshua “JJ” Vallow, who was seven when he disappeared and his sister Tylee Ryan, 17, have not been seen since September 2019.  The remains were found by investigating officers at the home of Mrs Daybell’s current husband, Chad Daybell, but have not yet been identified.  Chad Daybell is an author…

Tuesday, June 9 coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGTuesday 9 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: 7,201,569Deaths: 408,794Recovered: 3,538,708 Primary school pupil plans scrappedWHO says pandemic is ‘far from over’ Previous Next Headlines: What the papers say? India’s coronavirus numbers continue to climb.WHO says pandemic is ‘far from over’.UK: plan dropped for…

The death of George Floyd has sparked protests in all 50 states in the US and caused international outrage. His death has led to a majority of Minneapolis City Council vowing to dismantle the local police department.  Nine of the 13 councillors said a “new model of public safety” would be created in a city where law enforcement has been accused of racism. It is unclear what form the new structural reform will take but…

Monday, June 8 coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGMonday 8 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: 7,092,919Deaths: 406,207Recovered: 3,462,185 UK travel quarantine rule comes into effect Headlines: What the papers say? NYC to reopen next week.Covid-19 crisis halts cancer screenings in Japan.UK travel quarantine rule to come into effect.UK lockdown: charities raise…

Places of worship will be allowed to open for private individual prayer under government plans to be announced next week. The UK government said Sunday it will reopen places of worship for individual prayer on June 15 as it reportedly looks to speed up easing measures in order to save jobs. Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s office said services and worship groups will still be banned for the time being due to concern that the new…

A 10-foot (3m) great white shark has attacked and killed a 60-year-old surfer off of Australia, police have said. Several surfers tried to help the man after he was attacked in the waters off Salt Beach in South Kingscliff, New South Wales, just after 10 am on Sunday. Two men fought off the shark before taking him onto the beach where he was given first aid. The shark bit the leg of the surfer,  off…

Brazil has removed months of data on COVID-19  from a government website amid criticism of President Jair Bolsonaro’s handling of the outbreak. The health ministry said it would now only be reporting cases and deaths in the past 24 hours. It will no longer give a total figure as most countries do. https://twitter.com/axios/status/1269529623705948160 Mr Bolsonaro said the cumulative data did not reflect the current picture. Brazil’s new CORONAVIRUS records Brazil has the world’s second-highest number of…

All four officers involved in the arrest that ended in George Floyd’s death have now been charged and held on a $1 million bail each.  Derek Chauvin, the former police officer who kept his knee on Floyd’s neck for almost nine minutes, had his charges expanded this week. His charges now include second-degree murder. This more serious charge was added to charges of third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.  The three other officers — Thomas Lane…