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White woman charged in US for calling police on black birdwatcher

A white woman who called police on a black man after he asked her to put her dog on a lead in New York's Central Park is facing a criminal charge that is punishable by up to one year in jail.

07/07/2020

USA

Kanye West says he will run for US president

The US rapper tweeted stating what appeared to be his intention to run for United States president in 2020

05/07/2020

USA

Trump vows to 'defend' America's history in July 4th celebrations

The US celebrated Independence Day as coronavirus cases pass 2.8 million.

04/07/2020

USA

US sets global record with 53,000 coronavirus cases in one day

More than 53,000 cases were recorded on Thursday and they are still on the rise in 40 of the country’s 50 states, on the eve of the 4th July weekend.

03/07/2020

USA

‘Virus spreading so fast’: Texans told to wear masks after cases soar

Governor Greg Abbott had previously said the government could not order individuals to wear masks, but changed course because of rising coronavirus hospitalisations.

03/07/2020

USA

Euroviews. Trump’s ICC attack shows his contempt for the rule of law ǀ View

In the face of a blatant attempt at interference by Donald Trump, the ICC should guard its independence and push on with its probes into alleged war crimes committed by the US in Afghanistan and Israeli forces in Palestine.

02/07/2020

USA

British socialite charged with 'facilitating' Epstein's alleged abuse

British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell, the longtime friend of Jeffrey Epstein, has been charged in the US in relation to the sex abuse scandal involving the disgraced financier.

02/07/2020

USA

COVID-19: Trump is 'all for masks' as US cases rise by record 52,000

The US President said wearing a mask made him look like a Lone Ranger. "I have no problem with that, and if people feel good about it, they should do it," he added.

02/07/2020

USA

California and NYC reverse reopening plans as COVID-19 cases rise

The latest shutdown orders come ahead of what was expected to be a busy Independence Day weekend in the US.

01/07/2020

USA

EU negotiating with remdesivir maker as US buys up world stock

The EU said that "multiple discussions" had been undertaken with the drug's manufacturer, Gilead, which included "production capacity".

01/07/2020

USA

Oscars invite 819 new members including Zendaya, Awkwafina

Diversifying its ranks continues to be a main focus for the film academy, which in 2016 committed to doubling its female and minority membership by 2020.

01/07/2020

USA

Fauci warns US could see 100,000 coronavirus cases a day

The leading infectious disease expert in the US has warned the country could see 100,000 coronavirus cases a day if people don't start following safety guidelines.

30/06/2020

Green News

Family rescue bear with head trapped inside plastic container

The Wisconsin family never thought their fishing trip would turn into saving a bear's life.

29/06/2020

USA

Rolling Stones threaten to sue Trump over music at reelection rallies

Donald Trump has used music by the Rolling Stones during his campaign rallies, most recently playing their songs in Tulsa.

28/06/2020

USA

COVID-19: Cases hit record high in US as Europe clamps down on parties

The recent surge in US cases has led some states to tighten restrictions again.

27/06/2020

USA

Facebook expands hate speech rules amidst advertiser boycott

Facebook said it would label "newsworthy" content that breaks its rules and expanding their rules on hate speech.

27/06/2020

USA

Unilever joins Facebook boycott over hate speech concerns

Facebook said on Friday it was taking action against hate speech.

26/06/2020

USA

COVID-19 cases in US may be at least 20 million, CDC says

US health officials said the true number of infections could be 10 times higher than what is officially reported.

26/06/2020

USA

Poland's Duda vows 'stronger alliance' with U.S. at White House visit

The U.S. president praised Poland for its NATO defence spending and criticised Germany for buying gas from Russia.

24/06/2020

USA

Bayer to pay $10.9 billion to settle weedkiller cancer lawsuits

German chemical giant Bayer said Wednesday it would pay up to $10.9 billion (9.6 billion euros) to settle a wave of lawsuits from Americans who allege its Roundup weedkiller caused their cancers.

24/06/2020

Europe Decoded

Twitter explains why not all Trump's misleading tweets are flagged

On Tuesday, Twitter issued a warning label on the US President's tweet for violating the company's policy against abusive behaviour.

24/06/2020

No Comment

Rare Amur leopard cubs venture out for the first time at San Diego Zoo

A pair of rare Amur leopard cubs are exploring their outdoor habitat for the first time at the recently reopened San Diego Zoo.

23/06/2020

USA

Despite surge in coronavirus cases, USA continues to open up

There are fears the coronavirus outbreak in the US is spiraling out of control again, with many people refusing to wear masks or keep to social distancing guidelines

22/06/2020

Cult

Kurt Cobain's iconic guitar sells for €5.4 million

The instrument was used by the Nirvana frontman in his 1993 MTV Unplugged set, one of Cobain's last appearances before he died.

21/06/2020

USA

One dead and eleven injured in Minneapolis shooting

Police advised the public to avoid the area in Uptown Minneapolis.

21/06/2020

USA

Judge rules Bolton can publish Trump book despite efforts to block it

The US President said on Twitter that his former national security adviser will pay "a really big price" for releasing the book.

20/06/2020