First refugees being deported from Greece has arrived in Turkey as part of an EU plan aimed at easing mass migration to Europe. Scores of refugees boarded ferries on the Greek island of Lesbos and arrived in Dikili, western Turkey. According to Frontex, the EU’s border agency, most of the 136 people who left Lesbos… Continue reading Greece Expels First Illegal Refugees to Turkey
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Pakistan Flash Floods Kill at Least 53 People
Huge flash floods caused by torrential rain hit northwest Pakistan killing at least 53 people, according to officials. The rain began on April 2 bringing flooding to parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan provinces. Pre-monsoon rains often cause damage in rural Pakistan and officials said locals had been warned to leave their villages for… Continue reading Pakistan Flash Floods Kill at Least 53 People
MH370: Suspected Cabin Debris Found in Mauritius
A piece of debris found on a Mauritian island will be examined to see if it is part of missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, Australian authorities say. A hotel owner on the island who saw the debris said it bore a design and looked like it was from the inside of a plane. If confirmed,… Continue reading MH370: Suspected Cabin Debris Found in Mauritius
Donald Trump: “Abortion Laws Should Remain Unchanged”
Donald Trump is now saying US abortion laws should remain unchanged, although he believes the procedure amounts to murder. In an interview with CBS News, the Republican presidential hopeful said: “The laws are set. And I think we have to leave it that way.” Donald Trump’s comments come as the New York property tycoon has… Continue reading Donald Trump: “Abortion Laws Should Remain Unchanged”
Greece Passes Law Allowing Refugees to Be Returned to Turkey
Greece has passed a law allowing refugees arriving in the country to be returned to Turkey. The new law is essential for the implementation of an EU-Turkey deal aimed at easing the uncontrolled mass movement of people into Europe. On April 4, Turkey is due to receive its first refugees returned from Greece. However, there… Continue reading Greece Passes Law Allowing Refugees to Be Returned to Turkey
Kolkata Flyover Collapse Death Toll Rises to 24
The death toll in Kolkata flyover collapse has raised to 24 as rescuers worked through the night in the Girish Park area. The flyover was under construction when it collapsed suddenly on March 31. Hopes of finding more survivors trapped under the collapsed bypass are fading in the Indian city formerly known as Calcutta. The… Continue reading Kolkata Flyover Collapse Death Toll Rises to 24
Dilma Rousseff Impeachment: Two More Senior Brazilian Officials Resign
Two more senior Brazilian officials have stepped down in the latest blow to President Dilma Rousseff’s government. They are Sports Minister George Hilton and Col. Adilson Moreira, who was organizing security at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro in August. Col. Adilson Moreira reportedly wrote that he was ashamed Brazil was being led by… Continue reading Dilma Rousseff Impeachment: Two More Senior Brazilian Officials Resign
Nkandla House: Jacob Zuma Violated Constitution
President Jacob Zuma violated the constitution when he failed to repay government money spent on his Nkandla private home, the highest court in South Africa has ruled. The court gave the treasury 60 days to determine how much he should repay. The ruling is a victory for the opposition, who said they would push for… Continue reading Nkandla House: Jacob Zuma Violated Constitution
Donald Trump Reverses His Position on Abortion Punishment
Donald Trump has changed his mind after calling for women who have abortions to be punished, only hours after suggesting it. The Republican presidential hopeful had proposed “some form of punishment” for women who have abortions if they were made illegal. After strong criticism, Donald Trump repeated the Republican party line that only the person… Continue reading Donald Trump Reverses His Position on Abortion Punishment
Recep Tayyip Erdogan Song: EU and Germany Dismiss Turkish Protests
The European Union and Germany have rejected Turkish protests over a song aired on German TV mocking Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The song, aired two weeks ago on regional broadcaster NDR’s extra3 show, takes aim at Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s authoritarian style while also making fun of some of his physical characteristics. Last week, Turkey… Continue reading Recep Tayyip Erdogan Song: EU and Germany Dismiss Turkish Protests
Donald Trump Drops Republican Loyalty Pledge
Donald Trump has dropped his pledge to support the GOP candidate if he does not win the Republican nomination for the November election. His rivals, Ted Cruz and John Kasich, refused to say outright whether they would unite behind a nominee. All the Republican candidates signed a loyalty pledge last November. It is the latest… Continue reading Donald Trump Drops Republican Loyalty Pledge
Htin Kyaw Sworn In as Myanmar President
Htin Kyaw has been sworn in as Myanmar’s new president in a joint session of parliament in the capital Nay Pyi Taw. The 69-year-old is the first elected civilian leader in more than 50 years. Htin Kyaw from the National League for Democracy (NLD) takes over from Thein Sein, who introduced wide-ranging reforms during his… Continue reading Htin Kyaw Sworn In as Myanmar President
Dilma Rousseff Impeachment: PMDB Quits Governing Coalition
Brazil’s largest party, the Brazilian Democratic Movement Party (PMDB), has voted to pull out from the governing coalition. The centrist party called for an “immediate exit” from President Dilma Rousseff’s government. The move could hasten impeachment proceedings against President Dilma Rousseff, correspondents say. Opposition lawmakers want to remove Dilma Rousseff over claims that she manipulated… Continue reading Dilma Rousseff Impeachment: PMDB Quits Governing Coalition
Corey Lewandowski: Donald Trump’s Campaign Manager Charged with Assaulting Journalist
Corey Lewandowski, Donald Trump’s campaign manager, has been charged with assaulting a journalist at a campaign event. He is charged with simple battery for his encounter with former Breitbart reporter Michelle Fields on March 8. Corey Lewandowski allegedly yanked Michelle Fields to the ground when she tried to ask a question and bruised her arm.… Continue reading Corey Lewandowski: Donald Trump’s Campaign Manager Charged with Assaulting Journalist
Barack Obama Blames Media for Rise of Donald Trump
President Barack Obama has blamed the media for the rise of Republican Donald Trump as a political force. Speaking at an event for political reporters, Barack Obama said it was not enough to give “someone a microphone”. Donald Trump, who has made waves with a series of controversial remarks, is winning the race to be… Continue reading Barack Obama Blames Media for Rise of Donald Trump
Dilma Rousseff Impeachment: Brazil’s Tourism Minister Resigns
Brazil’s tourism minister Henrique Eduardo Alves has stepped down before vote on President Dilma Rousseff’s coalition. Opposition lawmakers want to remove Dilma Rousseff over claims she manipulated accounts to hide growing deficit. Officials from Dilma Rousseff’s coalition allies, the Brazilian Democratic Movement Party (PMDB), will vote to leave the alliance on March 29, members said.… Continue reading Dilma Rousseff Impeachment: Brazil’s Tourism Minister Resigns
Fidel Castro Criticizes Barack Obama’s Cuba Visit
Former Cuban leader Fidel Castro has broken his silence over President Barack Obama’s Cuba visit in a damning letter published in state-run newspaper Granma. Fidel Castro, who handed power to his brother Raul a decade ago, said Cuba didn’t need any gifts from the “empire”. He described Barack Obama’s words of reconciliation as “syrupy” and… Continue reading Fidel Castro Criticizes Barack Obama’s Cuba Visit
El Chapo Guzman’s Money Launderer King Midas Arrested in Mexico
Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman’s top money launderer, Juan Manuel Alvarez Inzunza, has been arrested while on holiday in the southern state of Oaxaca, Mexican authorities say. El Chapo Guzman, a former leader of the Sinaloa cartel, is currently awaiting extradition to the United States. The Mexican drug lord was recaptured in January after breaking out… Continue reading El Chapo Guzman’s Money Launderer King Midas Arrested in Mexico
Bernie Sanders Takes Alaska and Washington
Bernie Sanders has won Alaska and Washington in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination, as he tries to close the gap on Hillary Clinton. He was projected to have won 72% of the vote in Washington against 27% for Hillary Clinton. In Alaska, Bernie Sanders took about 79% of the votes, against 21% for… Continue reading Bernie Sanders Takes Alaska and Washington
Easter 2016: Pope Francis Delivers Message of Hope after Brussels Attacks
Pope Francis has called on Christians not to let fear and pessimism “imprison” them as he delivered his Easter message. Speaking amid tight security at the Vatican, Pope Francis said: “Let us not allow darkness and fear to distract us and control our hearts.” The Pope’s message followed a condemnation on March 25 of the… Continue reading Easter 2016: Pope Francis Delivers Message of Hope after Brussels Attacks
Cumhuriyet Scandal: Can Dundar and Erdem Gul Trial Adjourned until April 1
The trial of Cumhuriyet journalists Can Dundar and Erdem Gul has been adjourned until April 1. The journalists, who are charged with revealing state secrets, were arrested in November 2015 over a report alleging that the Turkish government had tried to ship arms to Islamists in Syria. Can Dundar and Erdem Gul deny the charges… Continue reading Cumhuriyet Scandal: Can Dundar and Erdem Gul Trial Adjourned until April 1
Ted Cruz Accuses Donald Trump of Planting Tabloid Story
Donald Trump and Ted Cruz’s feud is becoming increasingly personal, with the Texas senator accusing “sleazy Donald” of spreading rumors. Ted Cruz told reporters that Donald Trump was behind a story in the National Enquirer that alleged Cruz has had extramarital affairs. The Texas senator called the story “garbage, complete and utter lies”. “It is… Continue reading Ted Cruz Accuses Donald Trump of Planting Tabloid Story
Turkey: Cumhuriyet Journalists Can Dundar and Erdem Gul to Go on Trial
Prominent Turkish journalists Can Dundar and Erdem Gul, from the newspaper Cumhuriyet, are due to go on trial charged with revealing state secrets. They were arrested in November 2015 over a report alleging that the Turkish government had tried to ship arms to Islamists in Syria. Can Dundar and Erdem Gul deny the charges but… Continue reading Turkey: Cumhuriyet Journalists Can Dundar and Erdem Gul to Go on Trial
Pope Francis Tops World Leaders’ Popularity Poll
According to a recent opinion poll, Pope Francis is more popular than any political world leader. The WIN/Gallup International poll indicates that Roman Catholics and Jews have the most favorable opinion of Pope Francis. More than half of the world’s protestants and even the majority of atheists and agnostics view the pontiff favorably. About 1,000… Continue reading Pope Francis Tops World Leaders’ Popularity Poll
Brussels Attacks: Hillary Clinton Rebukes Republicans in Counter-Terrorism Speech
Hillary Clinton rebuked Republicans and defended NATO in a counter-terrorism speech after March 22 deadly attacks in Brussels. The Democratic frontrunner’s comments contrasted sharply with her Republican counterparts, namely Donald Trump, who has suggested scaling back US commitments to NATO. Hillary Clinton said the US should consult more deeply with Arab partners and stand with… Continue reading Brussels Attacks: Hillary Clinton Rebukes Republicans in Counter-Terrorism Speech