2019-09-07

United Kingdom

Amber Rudd resigns from UK Cabinet over sacking of rebel MPs

Amber Rudd, one of the few Remain-supporting ministers in Boris Johnson's Cabinet, resigned on Saturday evening, accusing the British leader of having conducted an "assault on decency and democracy" by expelling rebel lawmakers from the party.

07/09/2019

Italy

Climate change protesters occupy the red carpet at the Venice Film Festival

They got the support of aging rocker Mick Jagger and veteran actor Donald Sutherland who were due to walk the red carpet later to present their thriller "The Burnt Orange Heresy".

07/09/2019

No Comment

Paul McCartney is the real "Grandude" of book signing

He may be one of the world's most famous musicians, but Paul McCartney is also just a regular grandfather.

07/09/2019

World News

'Joker' wins Golden Lion at Venice Film Festival

'Joker' wins Golden Lion at Venice Film Festival

07/09/2019

United Kingdom

UK lawmakers ready for legal action over Brexit delay

UK lawmakers and expelled Tory MP's have said they will go to court if Boris Johnson does not abide by legislation that would extend the Brexit delay if no deal is signed.

07/09/2019

No Comment

Horns lock at controversial buffalo fighting festival in Vietnam

The buffaloes fight in pairs in an elimination contest, the two competitors lock horns for several minutes, sometimes just seconds, before one signals defeat by running away.

07/09/2019

No Comment

Russia and Ukraine carried out a long-awaited prisoner swap

The swap could set the stage for serious talks, even though major differences remain between the two countries

07/09/2019

Spain

Spanish Olympic skier is mourned after tragic accident

Blanca Fernandez Ochoa was found dead on a path in the Cercedilla moutain range on Wednesday after going missing for nearly two weeks.

07/09/2019

Ukraine

Ukraine-Russia prisoner swap: How the world reacted

The Netherlands "deeply regrets" that Volodymyr Tsemakh, a suspect in the 2014 downing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17, was released as part of a prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, the Dutch government said on Saturday.

07/09/2019

Indonesia

Rare two-headed snakes found in Indonesia and U.S.

On two opposite sides of the world, two-headed snakes were recently discovered.

07/09/2019

USA

Warren and Clinton talk behind the scenes as 2020 race intensifies

Analysis: Neither camp wants to talk about it, but the two women have recently grown closer.

07/09/2019

Green News

Earth lovers: an environmentally-friendly dating guide

Having perused the environmentally friendly dating sites, there are plenty of deathly dull, holier than thou, barefoot souls out there.

07/09/2019

World News

What is the most expensive country in Europe for alcohol?

And where is it cheapest?

07/09/2019

USA

Climate change activists storm red carpet at Venice Film Festival

Several hundred demonstrators took over the red carpet at the event where Hollywood stars such as Brad Pitt, Scarlett Johansson and Joaquin Phoenix have premiered their latest films.

07/09/2019

United Kingdom

Does the UK need a written constitution?

Boris Johnson's actions have provoked a constitutional crisis in the UK.

07/09/2019

Cult

Johnny Depp promotes "Waiting for the Barbarians" at Venice Film Festival

In it Depp plays a cold and cruel officer which his director says may be set in a faraway desert outpost but is relevant to today's world.

07/09/2019

Norway

Norway likely to be hit by right-wing terror attacks soon, police say

"We now consider it possible that Norwegian right-wing extremists will try to carry out terrorist acts in the coming year," the country's Police Security Service said.

07/09/2019

Colombia

Seven South American leaders sign forest agreement in Amazon town

The leaders of seven South American countries have met in the Amazon town of Leticia in Colombia to sign an agreement to better protect what is the world’s largest tropical forest.

07/09/2019

China

Police step up presence after protesters target Hong Kong airport

Tight security has been implemented at Hong Kong International Airport in attempts to prevent another major disruption. Violent protests on Friday led to threats from protesters to block traffic at the transport-hub.

07/09/2019

United Kingdom

A summary of Boris Johnson's terrible week in parliament

It was a complicated week in parliament that saw Boris Johnson lose several key votes as Parliament came back from summer break.

07/09/2019

No Comment

Australia's east coast battles more than 100 wildfires

Officials urged people in the danger zone to evacuate and warned residents of health risks from dust and smoke.

07/09/2019

USA

Hurricane Dorian death toll hits 50: health minister

Dr. Duane Sands, health minister of The Bahamas told NBC News the official number of deceased in The Bahamas following Hurricane Dorian is 50.

07/09/2019

USA

Russia and Ukraine conduct prisoner swap, raising hopes for eased tensions

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that the exchange would be "a good step" toward the normalization of relations between Moscow and Kiev.

07/09/2019

Ukraine

Emotional scenes as Ukraine president welcomes home freed prisoners

A prisoner swap that included Ukrainian sailors and high-profile prisoners is reportedly underway with Russia.

07/09/2019

USA

Deal or no deal, Afghans brace for more violence

"I'd be very happy if there is peace but I'm not very optimistic," said a 38-year-old cell phone salesman. "There is fighting all over the country."

07/09/2019

USA

Strange life-forms found deep in a mine point to vast 'underground Galapagos'

The rock-eating, sulfur-breathing microbes have scientists wondering what other strange creatures dwell deep below Earth's surface.

07/09/2019

Sport

Nadal to face Medvedev in US Open final

Nadal will go for his fourth title in New York after his straight-set win over Italian Matteo Berrettini. He faces Russia's Daniil Medvedev in Sunday's final who knocked out Bulgaria's Grigor Dimitrov in straight-sets to reach his first Grand Slam final.

07/09/2019

USA

Iran breaches nuclear deal again, warns 'not much time left' to save it

Iran has already gone beyond the stockpile and enrichment level limits set by the 2015 agreement with world powers.

07/09/2019

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosnians to march for Gay Pride - under heavy police protection

Bosnians to march for Gay Pride - under heavy police protection

07/09/2019

Sport

Netherlands shock Germany in topsy-turvy 4-2 win

Netherlands scored four times in 32 second-half minutes to secure a remarkable 4-2 comeback victory against hosts Germany in their Euro 2020 Group C qualifier on Friday.

07/09/2019