2019-05-15

USA

Kamala Harris disputes Joe Biden's claims about 1994 crime bill

Biden has said the crime bill he supported "did not generate mass incarceration." Harris said she "disagreed, sadly."

15/05/2019

USA

Jeff Bezos foresees a trillion people living in millions of space colonies. Here's what he's doing to get the ball rolling.

The billionaire tycoon's ideas draw from the vision of physicist Gerard K. O'Neill, who pioneered concepts for space settlements in the 1970s.

15/05/2019

USA

"Did you bring your handcuffs?" AG Barr ribs Pelosi about contempt finding

The Attorney General joked about the House Judiciary Committee finding that he should be held in contempt of Congress.

15/05/2019

Poland

Priest sex abuse film goes viral in Poland

Poland plans to jail paedophiles for longer after a documentary about abuse among priests was viewed 15 million times.

15/05/2019

USA

White House says it won't sign international agreement to combat online extremism

The White House said it supports the goals of the call to action in the name of Christchurch, but would not sign on because of freedom of speech concerns.

15/05/2019

World

Raw Politics in full: Spitzenkandidat debate preview and Macron v. Weber

Watch the full episode of Raw Politics here

15/05/2019

Europe News

Libyan ambassador to the EU: Libya is seeking international guarantees

As the UN and the EU ask for a ceasefire in Libya, the national unity government asks for a strong signal from the International community

15/05/2019

Kazakhstan

Astana Economic Forum: a business highlight in Eurasia

In partnership with Astana Economic Forum 2019

After 11 years in business, the Astana Economic Forum (AEF) is regarded as one of the most influential international platforms for discussing the recovery and development of the global economy and financial system

15/05/2019

Partner content

Extreme adventures to try in Dubai

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Forget the glitz and glam: let us introduce you to the rough and ready side of the emirate, the one that’s not for the faint-of-heart

15/05/2019

USA

The feds need to up their game against domestic extremists, say critics

Law enforcement doesn't have the same tool kit to fight domestic terror that it can use to fight international terror, say legal experts and ex-FBI agents.

15/05/2019

USA

White House rejects Congress' demands, says investigations amount to 'unauthorized do-over' of Mueller probe

"Unfortunately, it appears that you have already decided to press ahead with a duplicative investigation," White House counsel Pat Cipollone wrote.

15/05/2019

Greece

Environmental restoration of Lake Karla revives Greek wildlife and locals

The environmental restoration of Lake Karla in Greece's Thessaly plain is recreating an ancient ecosystem, and reviving wildlife and local communities

15/05/2019

Germany

Man steals vintage €2 million Ferrari during test drive in Germany

A man drove off with a rare vintage Ferrari worth more than €2 million after taking it out for a test in Germany, police say.

15/05/2019

World News

Watch: Musicians play ice instruments for climate change awareness

The quartet performed in temperatures of -12℃, which might sound cold but last month, the average temperature in the Arctic was 8℃ higher than normal, according to Greenpeace.

15/05/2019

Cult

Shock, intrigue and controversy at Venice Biennale, as theme asks artists to reflect on politics

There is plenty to see at the 58th Venice Biennale. From dismembered objects, a film from Chernobyl's "twin sister", and the wreck of a boat on which more than 600 migrants were killed.

15/05/2019

USA

Senators demand answers from Trump administration on Iran threat

Democrats accuse the Trump administration of taking reckless steps that could lead to war with Iran.

15/05/2019

France

French technology summit VivaTech boots up in Paris

The three-day VivaTech summit begins in Paris on Thursday, with President Emmanuel Macron in attendance along with industry leaders such as Jack Ma from Alibaba, Mickey Mikitani from Rakuten, the European Commission’s Margrethe Vestager and Ginni Rometty from IBM.

15/05/2019

Austria

Need help in Austria? US tells Americans to go to McDonald's

Do you want fries with that emergency passport?

15/05/2019

Angola

Angolan development turns Benguela province into investment magnet

In partnership with aipex

With a rebuilt railroad, a port and a brand new airport, the province of Benguela - one of Angola's trading powerhouses - has been reborn, bringing with it booming businesses and a flood of investment opportunities.

15/05/2019

Angola

See how the Angolan fishing industry works when the ship comes in

In partnership with aipex

Some 600 people are hard at work at the Vimar & Filhos fishing factory, which holds up to 2,000 tonnes of fresh fish. Join them in this 360° report.

15/05/2019

USA

Mnuchin: Courts will resolve Trump tax return fight

"I take great comfort that there's a third branch of government to deal with this important issue," Mnuchin said of the congressional subpoena for the documents.

15/05/2019

Europe News

The Brief: European Left - a closer look

In this edition we look at the group of the European Left, what influence they have in the European Parliament and how they seek to influence the next.

15/05/2019

Turkey

Turk with terminal cancer 'denied passport to get treatment abroad'

A professor with terminal cancer says Turkish authorities have cancelled his passport, stopping him from going abroad for alternative treatment.

15/05/2019

Italy

‘Think ahead’: Italy MPs get incontinence warning over tampon tax

How one MP tried to convince others to back lowering Italy's tampon tax: "This does not only concern your wives and children. You will realise when you'll get to 60, I'm speaking to my male colleagues, you'll realise you'll need panty liners for incontinence or prostate problems, think ahead!"

15/05/2019

USA

Graham unveils plan to stop 'humanitarian crisis' at border

His proposal would mandate that asylum claims be applied for at U.S. consulates and would extend the allowable detention time for families with unaccompanied minors.

15/05/2019

USA

UK talk show cancelled after man outed as cheating on girlfriend dies

The death of Steven Dymond, who had taken part in a lie detector test in an episode, has raised questions about broadcasters' responsibility.

15/05/2019

Earth News

Teacher wears same dress for 100 days to support sustainable fashion

This school teacher made a powerful statement to teach her pupils about the importance of recycling our wardrobes.

15/05/2019

USA

TSA identifies 200 agents, including air marshals, who can be sent to Mexican border

A TSA official said the DHS has not yet approved the list of 200 employees , but it would not include frontline personnel who deal with airport travelers.

15/05/2019

USA

O'Rourke, seeking a reset, reaches out to national Democrats

Recent moves suggest the candidates knows he has to talk to party primary voters across the country if he is to compete for the Democratic nomination.

15/05/2019

Europe News

Watch again: Top job hopefuls clash on how to fix Europe

Candidates in the race to replace Jean-Claude Juncker answered questions during a special debate in Brussels.

15/05/2019