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Boris Johnson's rescue puppy 'Dilyn' arrives in Downing Street
Dilyn was carried into his new home in a little red puppy box, and the little'un certainly hasn't had the easiest start to life - he was abandoned by puppy farmers! Miss Symonds added: "Thanks to the wonderful Eileen from FOAWales who rescued Dilyn after she got a tip off that he was to be dumped by a puppy dealer because he was born with a crooked jaw". [Full Article...]
Hong Kong leader to announce withdrawal of extradition bill: media report
Speaking to reporters, she said she had "not even contemplated to discuss a resignation with the central people's government". Lam has called a 4pm meeting with pro-establishment politicians, the SCMP said. The unrest has prompted concerns that China might step in to crack down on the protesters. Hong Kong returned to China under a " one country, two systems " formula that allows it to keep ... [Full Article...]
Pentagon approves billions to build Trump's border wall with Mexico
Military Academy at West Point in NY. Elaine McCusker, the Pentagon comptroller, said the now-unfunded projects are not being canceled. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, revealing that the Pentagon will reallocate $3.6 billion to 11 border wall construction projects. [Full Article...]
Bolsonaro open to discussing Amazon fires at United Nations after refusing assistance
Bolsonaro is due to undergo surgery Sunday to correct an incisional hernia, his fourth operation since he was stabbed almost a year ago during the presidential campaign. Mr Bolsonaro has drawn intense domestic and worldwide criticism for failing to protect the region, which is a vital carbon store that slows the pace of global warming. [Full Article...]
New Zealand bus crash near Rotorua leaves several people dead
The Chinese Embassy in New Zealand issued the following statement to 1 NEWS about the fatal tourist bus crash: "The Embassy attaches great importance to the tragic incident". Another 15 patients have been transported to a triage area for further assessment. Emergency services remain at the scene. Diversions are in place and motorists are advised to avoid the area. [Full Article...]
Pentagon approves military construction cash to build border wall
Under the declaration, about $3.6 billion designated for military construction projects would be rerouted for border barrier construction. Sen. Charles E. Military Academy at West Point in NY. The existing plans are being "deferred", not canceled, said Pentagon Comptroller Elaine McCusker, but there is no guarantee that Congress will vote to replenish the now under-funded projects. [Full Article...]
Hong Kong protesters appeal to German leader Merkel before China visit
Lin also called for worldwide support for the development of democracy, human rights and rule of law in Taiwan and Hong Kong, as well as urging Beijing to stop its crackdown on them, particularly as both are holding elections in the near future. [Full Article...]
Boris Johnson loses Brexit vote, as lawmakers rebel from Conservative Party
But he remains in government until he loses a formal confidence vote, or calls an election . MPs are now railing against the Prime Minister's decision to suspend Parliament for 23 days until October 14, which would give them just two weeks to accept a new Brexit deal before the exit date on October 31. [Full Article...]