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BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, the Duchess of Sussex has returned to Canada while discussions continue over the role she and Prince Harry will play.  Iran warns of ‘dangerous response’ if the US attacks again. On Wednesday, Trump said it appeared Iran was standing down. In Australia, nearly half a million people have been told to evacuate ahead of a heatwave and high winds. The current weather warning brings fears the winds will fan the existing fires causing them to spread. The world’s worst case of measles has killed more than 6,000 people in the Democratic…

Brief. BrIEf.Me In today’s briefing update, the Sunday papers front pages focus on the killing of Iran’s top general. Including the Prime Minister returning to Britain and advice for Brits in Iraq and Iran. In our special feature, we take a look at the killing of Soleimani – “As tensions with Iran escalate, Trump opted for the most extreme measure.”…………………………………………………….Boris jets in to face Iran crisis The Mail on Sunday reports Boris Johnson arrived back in Britain from his 12-day Caribbean holiday to confront the growing Iran crisis. On its front page, the paper says there is rising anger among ministers over…

Brief. BrIEf.Me In today’s briefing update, the Sunday papers front pages focus on the leaked Honours list. Also making the front splash is the police’s ‘troubling’ use of artificial intelligence.  In our special feature, we take a look at the government’s accidental leak of personal information of some of the most high-profile public figures. And look at those who have turned down an honour from the Queen.  ……………………………………………………. Lives ‘at risk’ after honours list fiasco  The Sunday Times says the Cabinet Office has been accused of “endangering lives” after it accidentally published the home addresses of more than 1,000 people…

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BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, North Korea’s so-called ‘Christmas gift’ could be a new hardline anti-US policy. Australia PM smacks down Greta Thunberg’s bushfire criticism, and says he’s ‘not here to impress people overseas’. And five Australians have been hospitalised after a Christmas balloon drop at a shopping centre.   As thousands flee bombing in Syria, Turkey is in talks with Russia after reports Syrians were fleeing towards Turkey.  In the UK, the Queen’s Christmas speech will acknowledge a ‘bumpy’ year for the nation! Entertainment, TV presenter Caroline Flack has pleaded not guilty to the charge of…

Storm Fabian batters France’s southwest Aquitaine coast

Brief. BrIEf.Me In today’s briefing update, much of the Sunday papers front pages focus is on the upcoming cabinet reshuffle. The papers say the PM is planning a revolutionary overhaul to guarantee a ‘people’s Brexit.’ Jeremy Corbyn writes to readers saying he’s sorry for the election outcome. In our special feature, we take a deeper look into the fall of Jeremy Corbyn, why the media was against him and what it means for Britain. ……………………………………………………. Now for the Boris revolution – PM to wield axe on the cabinet The Sunday Times says the prime minister will “wield axe on the…

Today’s election has been described as the most important election in a generation, it will determine the immediate future of Brexit.  More than 4,000 polling stations are open across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, doors are open until 22:00 GMT.  The weather could play a part in the results today, it has been suggested bad weather could see fewer people turn out to vote.  There are 650 seats in the British parliament, which has been deadlocked since the 2016 referendum. The Conservatives need just nine more seats for a majority. If Johnson can secure them he’ll be able to…

Brief.Me Sunday Papers – WEEKEND Briefing In today’s briefing update, much of the Sunday papers front pages focus is on the upcoming general election. Mr Johnson says Brexit is now up to the people and the papers report on the ‘Anti-Tory tactical vote’.  In our special feature, we take a deeper look into the election as the campaign trail comes to a close, Britain must decide.  ……………………………………………………. Calls grow to stop Johnson with tactical voting as race tightens The Observer says a last-minute appeal for anti-Tory voters to vote tactically in Thursday’s general election leads the Observer. The paper…

Brief.Me Sunday Papers – WEEKEND Briefing In today’s briefing update, much of the Sunday papers front pages focus is on Friday’s London Bridge terror attack. The papers pay tribute to 25-year-old Jack Merritt – the first victim to be named. The papers also look at how the attack has been thrust into the election campaign – as the PM vows new prison reforms.  In our special feature, we take a look at  Friday’s London Bridge terror attack and how the papers are reporting on it – “Friday’s attack highlights the persistent threat of “lone actor” terrorist who are…

Brief.Me Sunday Papers – WEEKEND Briefing In today’s briefing update, much of the Sunday papers front pages focus on politics. The Labour party have pledged £58bn to help the women caught in the “pension trap”. The Conservative party have laid out plans to scrap NHS parking fees for some groups of people – including the disabled and night staff workers.  In our special feature, we take a look at the backlash from the latest royal scandal this year. And ask is the royal family about to fall?  – ‘In a year the royal family should have symbolized national unity,…

BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, We start with the indictment of Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu who remains defiant despite being charged with corruption. In Colombia, hundreds of thousands of protesters have taken to the streets to express their dismay with government policies. The largely peaceful protests turned violent in some areas with police responding with tear gas and water cannons. In France, we take a deeper look at the growing femicide rate and why critics say a ‘deeply sexist society’ is to blame.  From the UK, a man has been found guilty of the murder…

Brief.Me Sunday Papers – WEEKEND Briefing In today’s briefing update, much of the Sunday papers front pages focus is on Prince Andrew’s interview with the BBC. The Prime Minister tells the Sunday Telegraph every Tory candidate has signed a Brexit deal pledge and millions facing a threat to their pensions also feature on the Sunday front splashes. Plus, a weather warning from the Met Office.  In our special feature, we take a look at the Trump impeachment probe – ‘If he survives impeachment, it’s clear who he’ll have to thank’ …………………………………… I didn’t have sex with teen, I…

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BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, over two million people have been evacuated after Cyclone Bulbul smashed into Bangladesh and India. The deadly cyclone has led to severe flooding, damage to around 30,000 homes and 10 deaths. In Poland, the PM has made complaints to Netflix over its new documentary that implies Poland shared the responsibility of the Nazi crimes. On the Gaza strip, Israeli forces have killed a top Islamic Jihad commander in his home. The attack was a rare planned attack which brings significant risk. In the UK, the PM is to chair a Cobra…

BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, as the Hong Kong protests enter its sixth month, a protester has been shot by police during a clash over the weekend. In Iraq, three protesters have been killed during a clash with security forces. It brings the death toll to 15 protesters killed since Saturday. Over in Australia, thousands of people are in the path of the deadly bushfires – and smoke from them can be seen from as far away as New Zealand. In UK news, the Lib Dems have proposed a £10K ‘skills wallet’ for every adult in…

Brief.Me Sunday Papers – WEEKEND Briefing In today’s briefing update, much of the Sunday papers front pages focus is on Labour’s spending. The ‘shelved’ probe into the PM and Nigel Farage’s “final ultimatum” also features on the Sunday front splashes. Plus, a wildlife expert urges Ant & Dec to drop the Bushtucker Trials from I’m A Celebrity.  In our special feature, we take at the YouTube mega-fight between KSI and Logan Paul – “ludicrous, but lucrative” ……………………………………………………. Fury as the decision on police probe into PM shelved until after the poll The Observer’s front page says there is…

Brief.Me Sunday Papers – WEEKEND Briefing In today’s briefing update, much of the Sunday papers front pages focus is on the upcoming general election. Brexit and England’s rugby defeat also feature on the Sunday front splashes. Plus, Prince Charles caught up in an art scam and tragic Amelia Bambridge. In our special feature, we take a closer look at the upcoming general election. Including the “youthquake”, first-time voters, President Trump’s interference and why nothing is likely to go the way experts predict. …………………………………………………….Tories act to prevent NHS crisis from hitting poll hopesThe Observer’s front page says No 10 has taken emergency action…

BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir has officially been split into union territories. In Lebanon, banks have reopened after two-weeks of protesting and the prime minister stepping down. Over in the UK, Downing Street has defended Boris Johnson’s Brexit deal after US President Trump openly criticised it. After further comments made by Trump, Labour has criticised the president for trying to interfere with the general election. In Liverpool, a 12-year-old has been hit by a car after the driver was shot in the face following a street ambush. And finally,…

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…

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 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…

Brief. Breif.Me In today’s briefing update, much of the Sunday papers front pages focus is on Brexit.  Boris Johnson is set to offer EU leaders “ a historic grand bargain on Brexit.” There is growing support for a second Brexit referendum amid fears over the PM’s plan.  Brexit, the great distraction. While we focus on leaving the EU, the country’s economic slowdown and inequality have only gotten worse.  Jacob Rees-Mogg says Boris won’t concede too much to the EU.  Tory Brexit wreckers are trying to sabotage the PM’s Brexit and want a delay.  Boris will make post-Brexit Britain…

Brief. Breif.Me In today’s briefing update, much of the Sunday papers front pages focus on Brexit and the royals.  The Duchess of Sussex’s father Thomas Markle says he shared the private letter only after Meghan’s celebrity friends spoke to a US magazine about the letter’s content. Prince Harry has joined a legal battle against the Sun and the Mirror. He claims the tabloids hid evidence of illegal activity.  Boris Johnson would rather be sacked by the Queen then resign over Brexit. It’s reported he will goad the Monarch into firing him if needed.  Boris Johnson will sabotage the EU…

Brief. Breif.Me In today’s briefing update, much of the Sunday papers front pages focus on Brexit and the PM’s links with a US businesswoman.   Boris Johnson says he’ll build 40 new hospitals, spending £13 billion to replace old buildings and equipment. US businesswoman, Jennifer Arcuri reportedly told friends of an affair with Boris Johnson. Labour’s Brexit spokesman accuses the PM of whipping up riot fears to stop a Brexit deadline extension. Downing Street is investigating links between foreign governments and those behind the legislation that could force the PM to delay Brexit. Margret Thatcher’s former chief press secretary…