Venezuela’s opposition leaders have staged a general strike to push for a referendum on removing President Nicolas Maduro from power. Many stores, businesses and schools stayed closed on October 28 and public transport was quieter than usual. However, adherence to the strike was patchy and poorer areas largely ignored it. Nicolas Maduro, who had warned… Continue reading Venezuela Opposition Leaders Stage General Strike
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Diane is a perfectionist. She enjoys searching the internet for the hottest events from around the world and writing an article about it. The details matter to her, so she makes sure the information is easy to read and understand. She likes traveling and history, especially ancient history. Being a very sociable person she has a blast having barbeque with family and friends.
Rodrigo Duterte Would Stop Cursing After God Told Him So
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, who is known for his colorful language and his short fuse, said he would stop cursing after God told him so. Arriving in his home city of Davao after a trip to Japan, Rodrigo Duterte said God gave him an ultimatum on the plane. He said that late at night while… Continue reading Rodrigo Duterte Would Stop Cursing After God Told Him So
Mike Pence Narrow Escapes as Plane Skids Off Runway at LaGuardia Airport
Donald Trump’s running mate Mike Pence has had a narrow escape after his plane slid off the runway while landing in New York City. The Republican VP candidate told reporters he was fine after the rough touchdown at LaGuardia Airport. No one was injured. Mike Pence and the other 30 or so passengers were evacuated… Continue reading Mike Pence Narrow Escapes as Plane Skids Off Runway at LaGuardia Airport
US Abstains for First Time in UN Annual Vote Against Cuba Embargo
For the first time in 25 years, the US abstained from voting on the annual UN resolution calling for an end to America’s economic embargo against Cuba. The US ambassador to the UN, Samantha Power, said the historic decision reflected the new policy of engagement over isolation. Diplomatic ties with Cuba were restored in 2015,… Continue reading US Abstains for First Time in UN Annual Vote Against Cuba Embargo
Donald Trump Breaks from Campaign to Open New Hotel in Washington
During the opening ceremony of his new hotel, Donald Trump has praised Newt Gingrich in his TV row with Fox News presenter Megyn Kelly over claims of misconduct made against the Republican nominee. “Congratulations,” Donald Trump said. “That was an amazing interview last night… We don’t play games, Newt.” After the opening ceremony in Washington,… Continue reading Donald Trump Breaks from Campaign to Open New Hotel in Washington
Donald Trump Says Hillary Clinton’s Foreign Policy Plan in Syria Would Trigger WWIII
Donald Trump has said Hillary Clinton’s foreign policy plan in Syria would trigger World War Three. The Republican also said the US should focus on defeating ISIS rather than removing Syria’s president. Hillary Clinton has proposed a no-fly zone over Syria. The top US military chief has said that could spell conflict with Russian jets… Continue reading Donald Trump Says Hillary Clinton’s Foreign Policy Plan in Syria Would Trigger WWIII
Venezuela Opposition to Hold Talks with Government After Pope Francis Intervention
In a surprise move, Venezuela opposition and the government are to meet for crisis talks, the Vatican says, after an intervention from Pope Francis. Protests have been held in recent days over the suspension of a referendum process seeking to remove President Nicolas Maduro. The move came after Nicolas Maduro met Pope Francis in an… Continue reading Venezuela Opposition to Hold Talks with Government After Pope Francis Intervention
Donald Trump Admits He Lags Behind Hillary Clinton
Donald Trump’s campaign has admitted the Republican nominee lags behind rival Democratic Hillary Clinton with just over two weeks before Election Day. Campaign manager Kellyanne Conway said: “We are behind. She has some advantages.” “We’re not giving up. We know we can win this.” On October 21, Donald Trump made a rare admission that he… Continue reading Donald Trump Admits He Lags Behind Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton No Longer Cares What Donald Trump Might Say
Hillary Clinton has said she no longer cares what Donald Trump might say and will focus on issues instead. Recalling their acrimonious exchanges, Hillary Clinton said: “I debated him for four and a half hours. “I don’t even think about responding to him anymore.” The Democratic nominee was speaking to reporters aboard her campaign plane.… Continue reading Hillary Clinton No Longer Cares What Donald Trump Might Say
Venezuela: Opposition March over Suspended Recall Vote for Nicolas Maduro
Opponents of the Venezuelan government marched through Caracas after election officials blocked their attempts to hold a recall referendum against President Nicolas Maduro. The wives of two jailed opposition leaders headed the marchers who were dressed in white and waved national flags. On October 20, election officials suspended a petition seeking a referendum on removing… Continue reading Venezuela: Opposition March over Suspended Recall Vote for Nicolas Maduro
Donald Trump Presents His Plan for First 100 Days in Office
Donald Trump has outlined what he would do in his first 100 days at the White House. With 17 days until Election Day, much of the recent focus has been on controversies linked to his campaign. In a speech in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, The Republican nominee sought to highlight changes he would introduce. Among them were… Continue reading Donald Trump Presents His Plan for First 100 Days in Office
Donald Trump Launches Attack on Michelle Obama
Donald Trump has launched a rare attack on First Lady Michelle Obama, saying “all she wants to do is campaign” for Hillary Clinton. The Republican nominee also accused Michelle Obama of attacking Hillary Clinton in 2007 by invoking a line she had said about fitness to run the White House. The Obama campaign had denied… Continue reading Donald Trump Launches Attack on Michelle Obama
Venezuela Government Accused of Coup After Blocking Recall Referendum
Leaders of the Venezuelan opposition have accused the government of staging a coup by blocking their drive to hold a referendum on removing President Nicolas Maduro from office. Henrique Capriles called for nationwide protests next week. Election officials had suspended a petition needed to organize the referendum. The move stopped the recall vote that polls… Continue reading Venezuela Government Accused of Coup After Blocking Recall Referendum
Mexico’s Missing 43: Former Police Chief of Iguala Felipo Flores Arrested
Felipe Flores, the former police chief of Iguala, where 43 students disappeared in 2014, has been detained after two years on the run, Mexican officials announce. He was arrested in Iguala, in the southern state of Guerrero, where the incident happened. Mexican government says the students were arrested by police before being handed over to… Continue reading Mexico’s Missing 43: Former Police Chief of Iguala Felipo Flores Arrested
Barack Obama: “Donald Trump’s Election Rhetoric Is Dangerous”
President Barack Obama has said Donald Trump’s insistence that he might not accept the election result is “dangerous”. Speaking at a campaign rally in Miami for Hillary Clinton, President Obama said Donald Trump’s comments undermined American democracy. During the third debate, the republican nominee refused to say he would accept the outcome of the election… Continue reading Barack Obama: “Donald Trump’s Election Rhetoric Is Dangerous”
Al Smith Dinner 2016: Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton Poke Fun at Each Other
Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton have poked fun at each other at a charity dinner, just one day after their bitter final debate. Hillary Clinton laughed as Donald Trump joked about her well-paid speeches and the FBI investigation into her private email. However, the Republican nominee was booed when he joked that she hated Catholics.… Continue reading Al Smith Dinner 2016: Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton Poke Fun at Each Other
Donald Trump Will Accept Election Result If He Wins
Donald Trump has said he will accept the results of the election if he wins. The Republican nominee added that he would accept a “clear” result – but reserved the right to challenge a “questionable” result. Donald Trump appeared at a rally in Delaware, Ohio, speaking for the first time after the final debate with… Continue reading Donald Trump Will Accept Election Result If He Wins
Super Typhoon Haima Hits Philippines Killing Four People
Super Typhoon Haima hit the Philippines killing at least four people in the north of the country. Haima, which brought sustained winds of up to 140mph, made landfall over the northern province of Cagayan on October 19. Nearly 100,000 people were evacuated from threatened areas as Typhoon Haima approached. There was widespread damage overnight, with… Continue reading Super Typhoon Haima Hits Philippines Killing Four People
Final Debate: Donald Trump Refuses to Commit to Accepting Poll Result
In the final debate against rival Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump has refused to commit to accepting the election result if he loses. The Republican nominee told moderator Chris Wallace: “I will tell you at the time.” For days Donald Trump has claimed the election is “rigged”. The Las Vegas debate on October 19 continued the… Continue reading Final Debate: Donald Trump Refuses to Commit to Accepting Poll Result
Donald Trump Vs. Hillary Clinton in Final Debate
Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton will take to the stage in Las Vegas on October 19 for the final debate in an increasingly bitter race for the presidency. According to latest polls, Donald Trump is losing in key battleground states after facing a slew of assault allegations. However, Hillary Clinton remains unpopular with many voters… Continue reading Donald Trump Vs. Hillary Clinton in Final Debate
Barack Obama Rejects Donald Trump’s Claim of Rigged Election
Barack Obama has urged Donald Trump to “stop whining” as he rejected his claim that November 8 election will be rigged. The president said Donald Trump’s attempt to discredit a poll before it has even taken place was “unprecedented” for a presidential candidate. Also “unprecedented”, said Barack Obama, was Donald Trump’s “flattery” of Russian President… Continue reading Barack Obama Rejects Donald Trump’s Claim of Rigged Election
Melania Trump Insists Donald Trump’s Accusers Are Lying
Donald Trump’s wife, Melania, has insisted that her husband is a “gentleman” and that the women who allege that he assaulted them are lying. Melania Trump also said that inappropriate remarks her husband made about women that were caught on videotape were unacceptable but did not represent the man she knows. Donald Trump was guilty… Continue reading Melania Trump Insists Donald Trump’s Accusers Are Lying
King Kigeli V Dead: Rwanda’s Last Monarch Dies in US Aged 80
King Kigeli V, the last monarch of Rwanda, has died in the United States at the age of 80. Born Jean-Baptiste Ndahindurwa, he came to power in 1959 but was only king of Rwanda until 1961, when the monarchy was abolished and he was forced into exile. The former monarch eventually settled in the US… Continue reading King Kigeli V Dead: Rwanda’s Last Monarch Dies in US Aged 80
Donald Trump: “Election Rigged by Dishonest Media and at Many Polling Places”
Donald Trump has said the election is “absolutely rigged” by the “dishonest media” and “at many polling places”. The Republican nominee’s comments appear to contradict his running mate Mike Pence, who told NBC earlier Donald Trump would “absolutely” accept the election result, despite media “bias”. Donald Trump’s adviser Rudy Giuliani has also accused Democrats of… Continue reading Donald Trump: “Election Rigged by Dishonest Media and at Many Polling Places”
Thailand: Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn’s Coronation Held off for a Year
According to Thai government officials, Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn wants his coronation held off for at least a year. Following King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s death on October 13, the crown prince wants more time to mourn his father. Former PM Prem Tinsulanonda is standing in as regent. Current PM Prayuth Chan-ocha sought to reassure Thais about… Continue reading Thailand: Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn’s Coronation Held off for a Year