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Northern California wildfires force mass evacuation as 300,000 acres burn Thousands of people have been forced to flee their homes as fire crews work tirelessly to beat back wildfires across northern Califonia. The smoky air is so thick it briefly halted traffic on an interstate and killed a pilot on a firefighting mission. The hundreds of fast-moving wildfires are spreading across northern California, burning houses.  In Vacaville – a city of about 100,000 people – residents were urged to evacuate during the night as the wind-whipped flames swallowed dozens of homes.  Many were awakened by neighbours or firefighters banging on…

GLOBAL COVID-19 TODAY CORONAVIRUS CASES: 18,238,195 DEATHS: 692,872 RECOVERED: 11,449,659 …………………………………… New Covid-19 tests give results in 90 mins BBC News says new 90-minute tests that can detect coronavirus and flu will be rolled out in care homes and laboratories from next week. The “on-the-spot” swab and DNA tests will help distinguish between Covid-19 and other seasonal illnesses, the government said. The health secretary said this would be “hugely beneficial” over the winter. Read the full story on BBC News …………………………………… Major incident declared in Manchester after rise in Covid-19 transmission The Guardian says a major incident has been declared…

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…

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 coronavirus spreads more quickly in enclosed spaces. These are not expected to include weddings of any size, or full services – which will come at…

Friday 29 May coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGFriday 29 May 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: 5,911,507Deaths: 362,127Recovered: 2,583,695 Martin Scorsese on lockdownVirus not stopping migrants from heading to EuropeTrump says military ready to deal with geroge floyd protesters Previous Next Headlines: What the papers say? Scotland begins easing lockdown after 66 days inside.India: patients sharing beds as cases overwhelm Mumbai’s hospitals. French bars, restaurants and parks to reopen from June 2.Infection fear is not stopping migrants heading…

The eastern Indian city of Kolkata has been devastated by a powerful cyclone which has killed at least 22 people across India and Bangladesh. Rescue teams searched for survivors a day after the most powerful cyclone in over a decade devastated coastal villages, destroying mud houses, ripping out electricity poles and washing away bridges. The cyclone weakened as it moved along the Bangladesh coast but still unleashed heavy rains and fierce winds in Cox’s Bazar, the district which houses about one million Rohingya refugees from violence in Myanmar. Authorities began surveying the damage on Thursday after millions spent a sleepless…

Friday 8 May coronavirus updates BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFINGFriday 8 May 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.Fridays leading story: Qatar’s migrant workers ‘beg for food’ amid coronavirus outbreak as the country struggles to cope with one of the world’s highest infection rates. Global COVID-19 UPDATECoronavirus Cases: 3,917,944Deaths: 270,740Recovered: 1,344,260 White man and son charged with the shooting murder of unarmed jogger Ahmaud ArberyFilm industry desperate to find a solution to covid19Qatar migrant workers beg for food amid coronavirus outbreak Previous Next Headlines: What…

Thursday, April 9 BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Thursday 9 April 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. The coronavirus has infected more than 1.5 million people worldwide and killed over 88,000. Global COVID-19 UPDATE Coronavirus Cases: 1,519,218 Deaths: 88,531 Recovered: 330,880 Summary: What do the papers say? Coronavirus: Global cases top 1.5 million, with the US and UK recording their highest daily deaths in a single day. Japan logs anther 455 cases, one day after a state of emergency is declared. British…

A critical incident has been declared at Watford General Hospital to the north of London. West Herts NHS Trust is urging people to go to other hospitals “even in an emergency”. Those with non-urgent issues are being told to call 111. According to a Doctor who works at the hospital, last night the hospital ran out of Oxygen in one of the patients rooms. The announcement on social media by Watford General Hospital came soon after the latest UK coronavirus figures have been released by the government. Officials say that as of 17:00 BST on Friday, 3 April, of those…

Brief. BrIEf.Me In today’s briefing update, the Sunday Papers report on the evergrowing coronavirus crisis in the UK, including the PM’s “bleak message” to the UK and pleas to protect the NHS. In our special feature, we look at the global rising death toll of the coronavirus. ………………Johnson warns UK: tougher lockdown may be necessaryThe Observer says the prime minister has warned the public that the coronavirus outbreak is likely to get worse. And he is prepared to tighten restrictions if needed. The country’s 30 million households will receive a letter from Boris Johnson this week, which will detail the government’s guidance…

Brief. BrIEf.Me In this weeks edition of the Sunday Papers are dominated on the evergrowing coronavirus crisis. The prime minister advises 1.5 million people to self-isolate, the NHS is on the brink of collapse and how the military will help Britain’s most vulnerable. In our special feature, we look at breaking Covid-19 news from around the world. – ‘Iran says it’s unwise to ask for US aid’  as regional leaders request a halt on US sanctions during the outbreak of this pandemic…………….Stay home to save your life, 1.5 million warned The Sunday Times says more than a million people at risk from…

Brief. BRIEF.Me During a week that has been dominated by the outbreak of Coronavirus, the Sunday papers are all focussed on the government’s plan and response to the coronavirus outbreak. The over 70s face a stay at home order,  the NHS and private hospitals are to “team-up” and the Army is set to guard hospitals and supermarkets. Spain and France are both enforcing a national emergency response. Spain has declared a state of emergency and France shuts bars and restaurants. We understand the Prime Minister Boris Johnson will announce a cancellation of all gatherings. In sport, Liverpool FC are about…

BRIEF – ME! – ENTERTAINMENT NEWS BRIEFING Entertainment Briefing, Catch up with this week’s top stories from the world of art, music, film and TV. In music, Niall Horan talks about his new album, his One Direction days and advice from Elton. Kendrick Lamar has been announced as Glastonbury’s third headliner for its 50th-anniversary show.  Film and TV, Corey Feldman’s documentary exposes Hollywood paedophilia. And accuses actor Charlie Sheen of rape.  British Bake Off fans have a new host! Comedian Matt Lucas announced join Noel Fielding.  Celebrity and other news, Tom Hanks and wife Rita both have coronavirus and are…

Brief. BrIEf.Me In today’s briefing update, the Sunday papers report on the government’s contingency plan in response to the coronavirus outbreak.  In our special feature, we take a closer look at how the coronavirus is affecting the UK, the government’s plans and what comes next. ……………………………………………………. Virus threat: emergency law to boost NHS volunteers The Observer leads with the government’s contingency plan in response to the coronavirus outbreak. The paper outlines emergency legislation that would make it easier for people to volunteer in the NHS or care homes, and plans for courts to use telephones and video links. They add…

The COVID-19 disease has spread to more countries and capitals with almost nine times as many cases reported outside China as inside in the past 24 hours. The EU has raised risk levels as global deaths passed 3,000. And the UK outbreak Coronavirus cases have grown significantly. The head of the World Health Organisation (WHO) said the world was in “unchartered territory.” “We have never before seen a respiratory pathogen that is capable of community transmission, but which can also be contained with the right measures,” WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus told a press briefing. Almost nine times as many cases were reported…

Brief. BrIEf.MeThis weeks Sunday papers report on the chaos at number 10 following the resignation of the Home Office’s most senior civil servant. And the news that Boris Johnson and his partner are engaged and expecting a baby. In our special feature, we look into the Harvey Weinstein trial and conviction and its significance in the #MeToo era. We have handpicked some special features including Priti Patel’s future as the Home Secretary following the accusations that she is a lying bully. ……………………………………………………. Patel’s future in doubt after Home Office chief resignsThe Observer leads with Sir Philip Rutnam, the Home Office’s…

Five people have been killed and more are missing after floods sank parts of Indonesia’s capital.  The Jakarta flooding kills five and thousands are unable to return to their homes, officials said Wednesday.  The heavy downpour has bettered the capital city since Sunday The floods have destroyed large parts of the Capital including the presidential palace, a major hospital and entire neighbourhoods across Jakarta. BMKG head Dwikorita Karnawati said the string of floods that hit Jakarta and its satellite cities over the past two months was a result of several changes. “In addition to the increase of rainfall intensity and…

Brief. BrIEf.Me In today’s briefing update, the Sunday papers report on No 10 mocking the EU and the House of Lords expenses spiralling “out of control”. In other news, Prince Andrew’s alibi has been called into question and a Brit barmaid quizzed over Madeleine McCann disappearance.In our special feature, we look into US President Donald Trump’s Middle East Peace Plan – ‘The plan ignores the fact Israel created this mess’ …………………………………………………….House of Lords expenses spiral out of controlThe Sunday Times says expenses for peers in the House of Lords are spiralling “out of control,” according to an analysis by the paper. …

Brief. BrIEf.Me In today’s briefing update, the Sunday papers focus on the tragic death of TV presenter Caroline Flack. In other news, No 10 vows to scrap BBC license fee. In our special feature, we take a look into Caroline Flack’s death and ask who’s to blame – ‘appalling, anger-inducing and more complicated than the media will admit’ …………………………………………………….Love Island Caroline dies in Valentines tragedyThe Sunday Mirror runs with the story of TV presenter Caroline Flack’s death. The 40-year-old was found at her London home, having taken her own life, a lawyer for the family said. Read the full story on the Daily…

All the headlines you need to know Storm Ciara batters Britain Severe gales and heavy rain are sweeping across the UK today, with severe weather warnings being issued and major travel disruptions and cancellations.  Hero doctor who sounded coronavirus alarm dies  Dr Li Wenliang was a 34-year-old doctor based in Wuhan. He was the first to sound the alarm on the coronavirus. He initially got into trouble with authorities for “spreading rumours” about the virus. And was investigated by the police. Dr Li contracted the virus whilst treating patients in Wuhan. His death has caused widespread anger and grief.  MP’s…

Brief. BrIEf.Me In today’s briefing update, the Sunday papers focus on the government’s plans to bring in a mansion tax and raid on pensions. A coronavirus warning has been issued to the UK from a top virus expert. In our special feature, we take a look at the Thailand mass shooting. …………………………………………………….UK faces ‘major’ outbreak, warns top virus expertThe Sunday Times reports a microbiologist who co-discovered Ebola and Aids in Africa has warned Britain could suffer a “major outbreak” of coronavirus. Prof Peter Piot is said to be “increasingly alarmed” by the rapid spread of the virus. Read the full story on the…

At least Thirty-three people have been killed on a second Turkish avalanche on Wednesday in eastern Turkey. This happened during a search and rescue mission after a similar avalanche the day before. https://twitter.com/ilginkarl/status/1225107726155558912 About 300 rescue workers were at the site. The bodies of 14 rescue workers and nine civilians were discovered at the scene in Van province, where they had been helping uncover a minibus buried by an avalanche late Tuesday. More than 50 people were believed to be trapped in vehicles in the area following the incident on Wednesday. Pictures from the scene showed people being carried away…

A Turkish plane carrying 177 passengers skidded off the runway at an Istanbul airport and split into two after landing in rough weather on Wednesday, but officials said no deaths have been confirmed. The aircraft had flown into Istanbul’s Sabiha Gokcen airport from the Aegean city of Izmir in very wet weather, NTV broadcaster reported, showing images of the badly damaged plane and a fire inside. The blaze was later put out by firefighters. https://twitter.com/HaticeDenizAVCI/status/1225082449241178112 Live images from the scene showed several people climbing through a large crack in the plane and escaping on one of the wings at the…

For decades Kobe Bryant defined the NBA. Now the world mourns his tragic and untimely death.  He was “one of the most extraordinary players” in the history of basketball who “inspired people around the world” to play the game.  Bryant had a 20-year career with the LA Lakers, was a five-time NBA champion and was named an NBA All-Star 18 times. The legendary basketball player retired in 2016 – and the LA Lakers retired both his jersey numbers – 8 and 24 in September 2017.  “The NBA family is devastated by the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant and his daughter,…

Brief. BrIEf.Me In today’s briefing update, the Sunday papers focus on the government’s plans to rescue Britons trapped by the deadly coronavirus and the fury over HS2 costs. In our special feature, we take a look at the coronavirus. And ask – how worried should we be? Why haven’t WHO sounded the alarm? What will be the global economic consequences? And look at the core flaws of the Chinese government. …………………………………………………….Angry Trump cast cloud on Boris’s big dayThe Sunday Times reports Boris Johnson’s Brexit day celebrations could be overshadowed by a “diplomatic war” with US President Donald Trump over the PM’s plans…