2019-10-19

United Kingdom

Johnson sends unsigned letter to the EU requesting a Brexit delay

British Prime Minister sent an unsigned letter to the EU requesting a Brexit delay and a separate letter arguing against one.

19/10/2019

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Pro-EU protesters shout at British ministers leaving parliament

The ministers were leaving after an extraordinary sitting of parliament in which lawmakers were supposed to frame the approval of Prime Minister Boris Johnson's EU divorce deal. But lawmakers passed an amendment that removes any chance of a no-deal Brexit by deferring a decision on the agreement.

19/10/2019

France

Hundreds of people protest in Paris against violence towards women

Hundreds of women took part in so-called "die-in" protests in central Paris on Saturday, hoping to draw attention to domestic violence against women. More than 120 women are believed to have been killed as a direct result of domestic violence in France so far this year according to local association

19/10/2019

USA

'Moment of clarity' drove AOC's decision to endorse Sanders, she says

Filmmaker Michael Moore also spoke at the "Bernie's back" rally in New York City, where he pushed back against the notion that Sanders' age and health would be an issue.

19/10/2019

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Egypt unveils biggest ancient coffin find in over a century

The wooden coffins with mummies inside were discovered in two layers, and were all exceptionally painted and preserved. The coffins will undergo restoration before being moved to a showroom at the Grand Egyptian Museum.

19/10/2019

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Rescue continues after dam collapse in Siberia

At least 15 gold miners were killed when a dam collapsed, flooding an artisanal mining encampment in a remote part of Siberia.

19/10/2019

Sport

Rugby: England to face All Blacks as both sides ease into semi-finals

New Zealand will face England in next Saturday's Rugby World Cup semi-finals after the All Blacks pummelled a flat Ireland 46-14 in Saturday's last-eight clash in Tokyo.

19/10/2019

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Millions march in Shiite pilgrimage and Peruvians parade

Millions march in Iraq in annual Shiite pilgrimage and Peruvians parade their patron Lord of Miracles through Lima's streets.

19/10/2019

United Kingdom

How did Europe react to the vote that could delay Brexit?

The European Commission (EC) said on Saturday that it "takes note" of the amendment approved in the British Parliament that calls on the government of Prime Minister Boris Johnson to request an extension to leave the European Union (EU) and added that it is up to London to report on the next steps.

19/10/2019

Chile

Chile's president declares state of emergency in capital Santiago

Chile's President Sebastián Piñera has declared a state of emergency inthe capital Santiago as protests against a rise in the cost of public transport have escalated.

19/10/2019

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Jane Fonda arrested again in Washington DC at climate change protest

Jane Fonda is picking up where she left off in civil disobedience nearly a half-century ago. But there's one thing that's changed: that step up into the police van is tougher at age 81.

19/10/2019

Lebanon

Beirut flooded with protesters as the government remains paralysed

Demonstrators called for the "downfall of the regime" in Lebanon as tens of thousands took to the streets protesting against corruption and government inaction.

19/10/2019

USA

Egypt reveals mummies in newly discovered ancient coffins

The perfectly preserved coffins hidden under a mound of sand were discovered by an Egyptian team of archaeologists by accident.

19/10/2019

Republic of North Macedonia

North Macedonia PM calls for election after EU accession talks blocked

“Citizens must decide which path we will take in the future – the correct, progressive European path, the path of reforms, or the path that leads backwards, towards isolation, nationalism, conflicts"

19/10/2019

USA

AG Barr expands controversial review into origin of Russia investigation

U.S. Attorney John Durham has expressed his intent to interview a number of current and former intelligence officials, including ex-CIA Director John Brennan.

19/10/2019

Syria

Hundreds of thousands flee Turkey's incursion into northern Syria

Turkey military operation in northern Syria has created a fresh wave of refugees.

19/10/2019

USA

In ruling on Trump finances, court finds broad authority for impeachment inquiry

The late Elijah Cummings, as chairman of the House Oversight Committee, had a valid reason for seeking the president's financial records, the judges said.

19/10/2019

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Lady in red: Bosnian has kept to the same colour all her adult life

Zorica Rebernik has spent her life in red and plans to stay that way - even after she dies. She and husband Zoran eat from red plates, drink from red glasses and sleep in red bedding.

19/10/2019

Netherlands

New campaign reveals Europe's most-wanted female fugitives

A new campaign by European crime agency Europol is shining a light on the "most-wanted" female fugitives.

19/10/2019

Japan

England beat Australia to reach Rugby World Cup semi-finals

England beat Australia to win through to the semi-finals of the Rugby World Cup for the first time in 12 years.

19/10/2019

Switzerland

Climate change and the EU loom over Sunday's Swiss elections

Growing concern over the environment and Switzerland's relationship with the European Union are at the centre of campaigns to reshape the country's parliament

19/10/2019

USA

Robotic 'Mayflower' to cross the Atlantic on 400th anniversary of Pilgrims' journey

The event's organizers are hoping the autonomous voyage will capture the public's imagination.

19/10/2019

USA

All the president's Yankees: How Trump's decadeslong affair with the team foreshadowed his presidency

One of the most influential and controversial owners in sports turned Trump into a Yankees fan and provided a roadmap for his presidency.

19/10/2019

Taste

Take a gastronomic journey through Japan

In partnership with Taste of Japan

Michelin-starred chef Thierry Voisin guides us through the flavours that make Japan.

19/10/2019

United Kingdom

Watch again: Huge anti-Brexit protest as MPs vote for further delay

MPs have voted for an amendment to Boris Johnson's Brexit deal which forces him to delay Brexit until legislation ratifying it has been passed.

19/10/2019

United Kingdom

As plans for the UK's first spaceport take shape, opposition grows

Trekking through the muddy peat bog on the A'Mhoine peninsula on the remote north coast of Scotland, it seems hard to imagine that within a couple of years, that this remote, beautiful, wetland landscape could be the UK's first spaceport, launching small satellites into the lucrative polar orbit.

19/10/2019

Explore

Yokohama: Japan's harbour city

In partnership with City of Yokohama

Yokohama: Japan's harbour city

19/10/2019

World News

Why haven't European countries halted arm exports to Saudi Arabia?

European countries halted arm exports to Turkey but why haven't they done the same for Saudi Arabia?

19/10/2019

USA

Giuliani wanted visa for ex-Ukraine lawman

Viktor Shokin helped Giuliani form the basis of an unproven story that then-Vice President Joe Biden pushed for his firing to help his son, Hunter Biden.

19/10/2019

USA

Transcript: Behind Closed Doors

Transcript: Behind Closed Doors

19/10/2019