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Op deze pagina vind je kranten en nieuwsmedia uit Roemenië – The Romania Journal, Iran – Iran Front Page, Engeland – Mirror UK, Schotland – The Herald Scotland, Duitsland – Die Welle, Ierland – The Irish Times en Canada – CBC News.
- Romanian-born photographer, the big winner of 2021 iPhone Photography AwardsThe Grand Prize Winner and recipient of the Photographer of the Year Award within the 2021 iPhone Photography Awards went to a Romanian-born Hungarian photojournalist Istvan Kerekes. His photo, Transylvanian Shepherds, was taken on an iPhone 7 and features two shepherds, both holding lambs. “Two rugged shepherds traverse an equally... Read more »
- New rise in the Covid daily infectionsThere have been 104 new Covid cases reported in Romania in the past 24 hours, out of 26,625 conducted tests. The infection rate stands at 0.39%. Other two deaths among the patients infected with the novel coronavirus have died in the past day, while 38 patients are in intensive care.... Read more »
- Deputy PM: Going to the mall might be conditioned by vaccination. PM: I thought all scenarios remain in the coalitionPrime Minister Florin Cîțu voiced discontent with the statements made on Friday by Deputy Prime Minister Dan Barna, regarding some measures that could be taken to increase the vaccination rate. Barna said that, among the measures discussed in the coalition would, would be the granting of incentives in the form... Read more »
- Cluj-Napoca: Romania’s Very Own Silicon ValleyCluj-Napoca’s expansion into the field of technology has placed Romania on the map, so much so, it’s being labelled the Silicon Valley of Eastern Europe.... Read more »
- Romania Home to One of the World’s Favourite Natural WondersOne destination in Romania is among the world’s natural wonders we’re most looking forward to seeing again, according to a survey conducted by SaveOnEnergy.com/uk. The Most ‘Grammed Natural Wonders The SaveonEnergy searched variations of hashtags pertaining to natural wonders around the globe to find out which are most popular on Instagram. ... Read more »
- Vodafone Romania reports service revenue of EUR 190.9 M at June-endVodafone Romania announces the key performance indicators for the quarter ended June 30th, 2021, as reported today by Vodafone Group Plc. Vodafone Romania delivered good performance despite of the challenging context in the quarter ended June 30th, 2021. The Service Revenue is at EUR 190.9 million and continues to be... Read more »
- Garbage crisis in District 1. Bucharest Prefect’s Office Okays the state of alertThe Bucharest Prefect’s Office decided on Friday morning to declare a state of alert in District 1, in order to solve the garbage crisis, Bucharest prefect Alin Stoica announced on Friday. Thus, the waste will be able to be collected as an emergency matter. The state of alert can be... Read more »
The Romania Journal
- Romanian-born photojournalist - Grand Prize winner at iPhone Photography Awards competitionTargu Mures-born photojournalist Istvan (...)... Read more »
- Head of Romania's Covid vaccination campaign sees 1,500 daily cases by mid-SeptThe number of Covid infection cases has (...)... Read more »
- Enel X and Hubject set up partnership to expand the charging point network in RomaniaOver 160 Enel X Romania charging points will (...)... Read more »
- eToro appoints Bogdan Maioreanu as its Romanian market analystBogdan Maioreanu has joined eToro, the global (...)... Read more »
- Moxy Bucharest Old Town Hotel celebrates its first year of activityThe hotel records 50% average occupancy in (...)... Read more »
- COVID-19: Romania's green, yellow and red travel lists updatedRomania's National Committee for Emergency (...)... Read more »
- Vodafone Service Revenue Reach EUR191M in Quarter Ended June 30, 2021Vodafone, one of the largest actors on the (...)... Read more »
Romania Press
- Tom Barrack To Be Released On The Basis Of A BondThe release of Tom Barrack, one of the equity investors who currently stands accused of lobbying Donald Trump, the former President as well as his close ally, illegally, was announced. The announcement was made by a federal judge based in Los Angeles. The release was ordered on the basis of... Read more »
- David Buckley Stands Accused Of Attacking Andrew BakajDavid Buckley, the staff director of the select committee of the House, is currently accused of acting against one of the whistleblowers Andrew Bakaj. This incident is said to have taken place when he was the inspector general of the CIA. The newly appointed staff director is currently looking into... Read more »
- Janet Yellen On The Next Step Of The Treasury DepartmentJanet Yellen, the secretary of the treasury department of the United States of America, raised concerns over the economy of the country. She shared it with the US Congress. It was stated that the government was nearing a situation of default. And in order to tackle the problem, her department... Read more »
- VideoBlockchain will be ‘hugely disruptive’ to the finance industry: Jenny JohnsonFranklin Templeton President & CEO Jenny Johnson joins ‘Influencers with Andy Serwer’ to discuss cryptocurrencies, blockchain technology, and their impact on the financial industry.... Read more »
- Kay Ivey Blames Unvaccinated People For The Latest Outbreak in 2021.Kay Ivey, who is the Republican Governor from Alabama blamed the unvaccinated citizens for the latest outbreak in the coronavirus cases. This comes at a moment where many leaders are failing to motivate people to obtain their vaccinations on time. Kay Ivey called out the unvaccinated people as they were... Read more »
- Cleveland Guardians: New Name Is Announced (2021)The baseball team from Cleveland named the Guardians will begin their upcoming season with more vigor. The previous name had a tinge of racial insensitivity and the management had chosen to abandon its old name. How Cleveland Guardians Revealed Their New Identity Tom Hanks presented the team’s new identity in... Read more »
- Davante Adams Not Keen To Extend Contract With PackersDavante Adams is not keen to extend his contract with the Green Bay Packers. According to reports, both Packers & Adams we’re not interested in an extension. He signed for the Packers in 2017 and continued to be an important member of the squad. However, the stint in all probability... Read more »
The Union Journal
- Iran Beats Poland Volleyball Team in Dramatic Olympic ClashIn an epic battle, Iran’s National Volleyball Team beat Poland in 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games in a match that lasted two and a half hours. The post Iran Beats Poland Volleyball Team in Dramatic Olympic Clash appeared first on Iran Front Page.... Read more »
- Over 10 Million Iranians Vaccinated against Coronavirus: Ministry~Iran’s Ministry of Health announced on Saturday that the number of people inoculated against COVID-19 has passed ten million. The post Over 10 Million Iranians Vaccinated against Coronavirus: Ministry~ appeared first on Iran Front Page.... Read more »
- Four Iranian Forces Killed in Clashes with Bandits in SoutheastFour members of Iran’s armed forces have been killed in clashes with outlaws in southeast of the country. The post Four Iranian Forces Killed in Clashes with Bandits in Southeast appeared first on Iran Front Page.... Read more »
- Tehran Accuses UN Rights Commissioner of Trying to Cause Rift among IraniansIran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh has rejected the “interventionist and politicised” statement of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights on the recent protests in Khuzestan, accusing her of trying to cause division among Iranian people. The post Tehran Accuses UN Rights Commissioner of Trying to Cause Rift... Read more »
- Turkish Opposition Vows to Send Back Home Syrian Refugees If He Wins ElectionsThe leader of the Turkish opposition says if his party comes to power after the elections in this country, he will send back the Syrian refugees to their country. The post Turkish Opposition Vows to Send Back Home Syrian Refugees If He Wins Elections appeared first on Iran Front Page.... Read more »
- Iran’s Sahand Frigate in St. Petersburg to Attend Russia’s Naval DrillsThe Iranian frigate Sahand has arrived in the Russian port of St. Petersburg to participate in the naval drills of the Russian fleet. The post Iran’s Sahand Frigate in St. Petersburg to Attend Russia’s Naval Drills appeared first on Iran Front Page.... Read more »
- Iranian Nurse Wins Gold Medal, Breaks Olympic Record in Pistol ShootingJavad Foroughi, a 41-year-old Iranian nurse who learned shooting at the basemen of the hospital where he worked, made history by breaking the Olympic record and won the first gold medal of Iran's shooting history. The post Iranian Nurse Wins Gold Medal, Breaks Olympic Record in Pistol Shooting appeared first... Read more »
Iran Front Page
- ● Britney Spears' agent breaks silence to say conservatorship 'nonsense' must endCade Hudson, the long-time agent and friend of Britney Spears, has spoke out against the singer's conservatorship and said "first time I'm publicly saying #FREEBRITNEY"... Read more »
- ● Sarah Everard's killer stops eating amid fears he will take 'easy way out'Couzens, who has admitted the rape and murder of Sarah, is barely eating food at Belmarsh prison ahead of his court appearance in September when he will be given his sentence... Read more »
- ● Dating Game serial killer on Death Row Rodney Alcala dies of natural causesA man who appeared on US TV show The Dating Game in 1978 and was later sentenced to the death penalty for several murders has died of natural causes aged 77... Read more »
- Prince Harry called 'hypocritical' by pals fearing memoir tales will ruin themThe Duke of Sussex's older friends from school and the army are worried that he may reveal embarrassing stories while they respected his privacy which he demanded... Read more »
- Britney Spears' ex says 'controlling forces' ended their short-lived marriageBritney Spears' whirlwind marriage to Jason Alexander in 2004 made global headlines but he says it wasn't "a joke too far" as claimed... Read more »
- Exploring Madeira's Funchal on a short visit - top attractions not to missMadeira's Funchal has plenty to explore - but if you're short on time there are a few attractions such as the Monte Cable Car and the Botanical Gardens that need to be on your itinerary... Read more »
- Female soldiers 'let down' by army as 'failings' helping abuse victims foundEXCLUSIVE: The report by the Women in the Armed Forces sub committee made 53 recommendations to Ministry of Justice after more than half of all women have fought sexual harassment, bullying or discrimination... Read more »
Mirror - UK
- He Remembers Woodstock 99 as a NightmareYou might expect a story that begins "I was at Woodstock" to take you back half a century. But in a piece for Esquire , Dave Holmes transports readers to the Woodstock of 1999, "the only live music event from which I have been evacuated." His piece coincides with the... Read more »
- GM Hits Ford With Trademark Infringement SuitGeneral Motors has said "not so fast" to Ford's plans to soon add a new hands-free highway driving system to vehicles. The issue is the name, BlueCruise, USA Today reports. GM finds that too close to Super Cruise, its own hands-free technology, and Cruise, the automaker's subsidiary that develops self-driving...... Read more »
- A Bizarre Truth About the Vehicle You're Driving"It just seems like we're in fantasy land." So declares New England auto dealer Abel Toll to the Wall Street Journal . He's referring to his own industry at the moment, which is seeing strange things happen on the sales floor for a variety of reasons. (A worldwide shortage of... Read more »
- Serial Killer Dies in California PrisonRodney Alcala, a convicted serial killer who appeared as a contestant on the Dating Game in the middle of his string of slayings, died Saturday in a California prison. Officials attributed the death of Alcala, 77, to natural causes, the Los Angeles Times reports. He had been on the state's...... Read more »
- In Age of Extreme Weather, Subways Bear the BruntThe scenes are remarkable. People had to wade through waist-deep water in the New York City subway earlier this month. This week in China, floodwater in Zhenghou trapped passengers in subway cars, per CNN . (Read their first-person accounts via the BBC .) The examples aren't as unique as you... Read more »
- Berlin March Answers Anti-LGBTQ Steps ElsewhereAround 65,000 revelers marched for LGBTQ rights at Berlin's annual Christopher Street Day celebration on Saturday, more than three times as many as expected. It was the biggest demonstration in Berlin since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, the AP reports. The parade started with a call from Klaus...... Read more »
- Electric Vehicle Sales Rise Faster Than Overall MarketWith Tesla out front, electric car sales have jumped in 2021, to more than twice that of the first half of last year. At the same time, Wards Intelligence data show total vehicle sales in the US up 29%, the Wall Street Journal reports. The Model Y crossover SUV, which...... Read more »
Newser
- Biden fires back at hecklers during speech: ‘This is not a Trump rally’During a speech in Virginia Friday night, President Biden was interrupted by protesters who are against a controversial pipeline project in northern Minnesota, the New York Post reports. As the protesters chanted, the audience drowned them out by booing and counter chants of “Let’s go, Joe!” But Biden intervened. “That’s okay, that’s... Read more »
- Candace Owens: Conservatives are being treated ‘the same way Jews were treated in Nazi Germany’During her podcast this Wednesday, conservative commentator (and newly-minted vaccine skeptic) Candace Owens ranted about how modern day conservatives, according to her, are being treated just like Jews in Nazi Germany. “During the Holocaust the Nazis referred to the Jewish people as ‘rats’ as another form of dehumanization,” Owens said.... Read more »
- Ex-mobster Sammy ‘the Bull’: Cops should’ve drew their guns on Derek Chauvin and told him to get off Floyd’s neckSammy “the Bull” Gravano started his life of crime as a member of the New York street gang “The Rampers,” later becoming an associate of the Colombo crime family, and ultimately becoming the the underboss of the Gambino crime family under the infamous John Gotti. Now, with his criminal life... Read more »
- Madison Cawthorn: If the GOP retakes the House we’re gonna ‘prosecute Fauci to the fullest extent of the law’During an appearance on the pro-Trump Real America’s Voice network, Rep. Madison Cawthorn said he’s going to make sure Dr. Anthony Fauci faces “consequences” for “directly” lying to Congress if the GOP gains control of the House in 2022. “When Dr. Rand Paul actually gave [Fauci] the opportunity to recant... Read more »
- Matt Gaetz and Marjorie Taylor Greene’s joint fundraising tour made about $60K and lost over $300KSince GOP Reps Matt Gaetz and Marjorie Taylor Greene kicked off their joint fundraising tour, they’ve reported a combined loss of $342,000 and raised just $59,345.54, The Daily Beast reports. “That sort of meager haul would be fine for a dinner or one-time event, but Gaetz and Greene have repeatedly... Read more »
- Airline agent calmly kicks woman off plane after she called flight attendant a ‘b**ch’ during mask disputeAn American Airlines agent is getting props from the internet due to the calm demeanor he employed while informing a Karen that her travel plans were ruined due to her abusive behavior. The unidentified woman allegedly called a flight attendant the B-word during a mask dispute. “Second of all, you... Read more »
- Marjorie Taylor Greene: My 12-hour Twitter suspension was a ‘communist-style attack’According to Georgia GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, her recent 12-hour suspension from Twitter for spreading COVID misinformation is basically communism. In a statement, Greene declared that the suspension was “a Communist-style attack on free speech.” “Twitter, Facebook, and the rest of the Silicon Valley Cartel are working hand in... Read more »
DeadState
- Alan Campbell: Aberdeen return bodes well for greater SPWL1 representationABERDEEN'S imminent return to Scottish Building Society SWPL1 is not only a credit to manager Emma Hunter and her players, but also good for the game. The more teams representing wider Scotland in the top league the better.... Read more »
- Josh Taylor: Nothing will ever top victory over Jose Ramirez in Las VegasJOSH Taylor insists that his victory over Jose Ramirez in Las Vegas last month will never be topped, no matter where his career takes him next – because it has been the 30-year-old from Prestonpans’ launchpad to superstardom.... Read more »
- John Collins urges Scotland to learn lessons from Euros exitJOHN Collins agrees with Steve Clarke’s assessment that the Scotland players perhaps over-exerted themselves when facing England at Wembley – leaving them vulnerable for the do-or-die clash with Croatia at Hampden on Tuesday evening.... Read more »
- Motherwell chief calls for action to protect Scottish players being poached by English clubsEngland’s biggest clubs, their coffers bloated by billions in broadcast deals, are preparing to buy up the best young schoolboys in Scotland after Brexit legislation put an end to their policy of doing that with the best kids in Europe.... Read more »
- Mike Blair happy with squad ahead of Scotland v England clashMIKE Blair has hardly enjoyed the smoothest of starts to his summer stint as Scotland’s interim head coach, but he has insisted that he is happy with the squad he has been able to select for today’s ‘A’ international against England at Welford Road.... Read more »
- The Big Read: What about all those serpents of the sea around our coast?Thirty feet long with two huge paws and a giant tail, the creature raised itself out of the water and slithered around the tiny fishing boat.... Read more »
- Hotels in Troon and Ayr feel benefit of staycation boomAYSHIRE hotelier Bill Costley has said he is optimistic about the prospects of the group he runs which is sitting on very strong bookings in spite of seeing revenues plunge amid the coronavirus crisis.... Read more »
Herald Scotland - News
- Vietnam Locks Down Hanoi For 15 Days As COVID-19 Cases RiseThe order bans the gathering of more than two people in public. Only government offices, hospitals and essential businesses are allowed to stay open. Ho Chi Minh City has also extended its lockdown.... Read more »
- Thousands Of People Protest Coronavirus Lockdowns In AustraliaThe streets of Sydney and other cities filled with protesters opposed to lockdown restrictions amid another surge in cases. Participants carried signs calling for "freedom" and "the truth."... Read more »
- U.S. Women's Soccer Team Beats New Zealand In A Much-Needed Olympics ComebackTeam USA scored big, rebounding after a disappointing loss to Sweden. The 6-1 win keeps alive the Americans' goal of becoming the first women's team to take Olympic gold after winning the World Cup.... Read more »
- 'Rebel' Skateboarding Is Ready For Its Olympic Debut in TokyoSkateboarding is one of four new sports added to the Olympics this year. For skateboarders who have long loved their rebel status, performing in the mainstream Olympics is just a bit different.... Read more »
- Why Companies Can't Stop Top Execs From Blasting Off To Space or Flying Fighter JetsCorporate boards often try, but fail, to rein in CEOs and other top execs like Jeff Bezos from risky hobbies — like traveling to the edge of space.... Read more »
- A Dutch Rower Competed At The Olympics, Then Tested Positive For CoronavirusDutch rower Finn Florijn had already raced and was scheduled to compete again on Saturday when his positive test came back. "Now it's over in an instant," he said.... Read more »
- Permanent Residents Who Left The U.S. During The Pandemic Worry They Can't Come HomeMany green card holders are still stuck outside of the country, worried about returning to their lives in the U.S. because of broad disruptions to the immigration system during the pandemic.... Read more »
NPR - News
- Showing solidarity after the floods: People helping peopleIn an emergency, immediate help is double the help. After disastrous floods hit western Germany, volunteers have come from near and far to help with clean up efforts.... Read more »
- The history of Nord StreamThe Nord Stream pipeline between Russia and Germany has caused much trans-Atlantic strife in its two-decade history. But Angela Merkel's dogged separation of trade and politics won out in the end.... Read more »
- Germany and digitalization: Why can't Europe's richest country get up to speed?Chancellor Angela Merkel's digital adviser has called for far-reaching reforms to help catch up with the US, China and others, saying the division of power enshrined in the constitution is hampering much-needed progress.... Read more »
- Is climate change fueling floods in Germany?Massive flooding has caused devastation across parts of central Europe, claiming dozens of lives. Scientists say that climate change had a role in it.... Read more »
- Leaving the church in Germany: 'A liberation'Every year, hundreds of thousands of people withdraw from official church membership. Religious leaders are concerned. But what does it mean to leave a church after over 50 years?... Read more »
- German spy chief warns of Islamic State's strengthThe head of Germany's foreign intelligence agency has warned that the Islamic State is just as strong as it ever was — even without its caliphate. Terrorism experts agree that it has morphed into a powerful network.... Read more »
- Can German pot succeed in a crowded medicinal marijuana market?For the first time in modern German history, homegrown medical cannabis is being sold to local pharmacies. Although enthusiasts have lauded the milestone, doubts remain about pot's business case in the country.... Read more »
DW - Germany
- How José Andrés’s World Central Kitchen Plans to Use Jeff Bezos’s $100 MillionJust a few days before Jeff Bezos launched into space, chef José Andrés got an invite to come and watch the Texas blast-off, along with Nate Mook, the CEO of his hunger and disaster relief organization, World Central Kitchen. From a viewing tower with binoculars, they watched the world’s richest... Read more »
- Can’t Make It to the Beach? Here’s Where to Find Orange Crushes Around DCThe Admiral 1 Dupont Cir., NW Bottomless brunch at Dupont Circle’s nautical bar isn’t limited to mimosas and bloody Marys—orange crushes are another free-flowing option. The drink with Ocean City origins is available by the glass or the pitcher in the evenings. Commonwealth Cantina 3911 Georgia Ave., NW Petworth’s new... Read more »
- Must-See Sunflower Fields Are Now Blooming in Montgomery CountyAttention flower freaks: Fifty acres of vibrant sunflowers are currently blooming at McKee-Beshers Wildlife Management Area in Poolesville. The towering flora are now open in their full yellow glory, ready to be the sunny backdrop for your next #hotgirlsummer Instagram. However, time is running out. Once the flowers hit peak... Read more »
- Meet Elle Mona’e, the “Too Hot to Handle” Star From DCThe premise of Netflix’s Too Hot to Handle is simple: Round up a group of hot, horny single people, tell them they’re going to be on a dating reality show on an island, and then inform them that they’re not allowed—yikes!—to engage in any sexual contact while they’re participating. The most... Read more »
- 10 New Restaurants to Try for DC Summer Restaurant WeekSummer Restaurant Week returns on Monday, August 9 through Sunday, August 15. The promotion, which includes 200-plus restaurants in the greater DC area, is moving out of its pandemic focus on carryout—though you’ll still find some family-style takeout meals and cocktails to-go. Participating restaurants will offer dinner menus for $35... Read more »
- Cleveland Baseball Team’s New Name Is a Reminder Our NFL Team Still Doesn’t Have OneAfter years of controversy and local and national pressure, Cleveland’s Major League Baseball team finally changed its name. The Cleveland Indians are now the Cleveland Guardians, an option chosen from a list of more than 1,100 ideas. The new name was announced this morning with a video narrated by Tom... Read more »
- Can DC Snag This Year’s Best Restroom Award?The bathroom in DC language arts museum Planet Word is a finalist for the 2021 America’s Best Restroom award. The annual competition comes from Cintas Corporation, a corporate uniform, restroom supply, and first aid supplier, which nominated the local loo for its colorful displays of bathroom verbiage in some of... Read more »
Washingtonian
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- ● Two men charged with allegedly hitting police horses during Sydney lockdown protestTwo men are charged with hitting police horses during yesterday's anti-lockdown protest in Sydney's CBD, which saw protesters wrestle with police officers.... Read more »
- ● Regional centres no longer at risk after Queensland health authorities trace flight attendant's 'index' caseHealth authorities say they have traced the infection of a Qantas flight attendant to July 14, meaning passengers onboard six earlier flights in regional Queensland are no longer at risk. ... Read more »
- ● NSW records 141 new COVID-19 cases, two deaths including woman in her 30sNSW records 141 new locally acquired COVID-19 cases in the 24 hours to 8:00pm yesterday and two deaths.... Read more »
- ● Critically endangered birds find 'paradise', but for how long?The plight of the hooded plover is well known. But recent studies have revealed the shorebird's found a slice of heaven near a coastal Victorian city.... Read more »
- ● Budapest Pride parade sees thousands march against Hungary's anti-LGBTQ lawsOrganisers say this year's Budapest Pride is not only a celebration, but also a protest against the Hungarian government's current policies targeting the queer community.... Read more »
- ● 'Disappearing' clues about forced labour, mass kidnappingsTo the untrained eye, a few crumbling mounds of concrete are the only clues as to what happened on this nondescript patch of land in Central Queensland cane country. ... Read more »
- ● Here's your wrap of today's COVID news from around AustraliaIt can be difficult to keep up with all the COVID news, especially at the weekend when there are other things to do. So here it is, all in one place.... Read more »
ABC.net.au
- Prosecutors allege R Kelly had sexual contact with under-age boySinger faces sex-trafficking charges in relation to six women and girls... Read more »
- South Africa 17 Lions 22 - How the Lions players ratedJohn O’Sullivan hands out the marks to Warren Gatland’s men after their first Test win... Read more »
- Six people taken to hospital after incident at funfair ride in Co AntrimAir ambulance dispatched to Planet Fun at Carrickfergus Harbour... Read more »
- Large crowd gathers in Dublin to protest vaccine cert systemTraffic comes to standstill in parts of city centre as demonstrators take to streets... Read more »
- Cork activist questioned over allegations of harassment by Christian fundamentalistsWoman arrested after allegations by Society of Saint Pius X Resistance... Read more »
- Coronavirus: 1,345 new cases in State, as 21 people in ICU with diseaseMore than 50,000 vaccine doses given in State on Friday... Read more »
- Indoor dining: Restaurants group warns of staffing ‘crisis’ ahead of Monday’s reopeningDraft guidelines for sector’s reopening were published late on Friday evening... Read more »
The Irish Times
- Brazilian protesters call for impeachment of Bolsonaro for 2nd time in a monthProtesters took to the streets in several Brazilian cities on Saturday to demand the impeachment of far-right President Jair Bolsonaro, whose popularity has fallen in recent weeks amid corruption scandals against the backdrop of the pandemic.... Read more »
- It is an ex-reference: B.C. judge removes 'dead parrot' joke from class-action rulingHours after a CBC News story highlighted Canada's judicial love affair with Monty Python, a B.C. judge excised all references to the British comedy troupe's iconic "dead parrot" sketch from a class-action certification decision in B.C.... Read more »
- Rescue teams in India struggle to reach submerged homes following flooding, landslidesRescue teams in India struggled through thick sludge and debris on Saturday to reach dozens of submerged homes as the death toll from landslides and accidents caused by torrential monsoon rains rose to 125.... Read more »
- Several states scale back COVID-19 reporting amid surge across the U.S.Several U.S. states scaled back their reporting of COVID-19 statistics this month just as cases across the country started to skyrocket, depriving the public of real-time information on outbreaks, cases, hospitalizations and deaths in their communities.... Read more »
- Northwestern Ontario wildfire evacuees, some far from home, get community and volunteer supportsNearly 3,000 people from across northwestern Ontario have been displaced due to raging wildfires, prompting community outreach and volunteer support, including by one Kenora resident concerned if their cultural needs were being met.... Read more »
- Canada could avoid the worst of a 4th wave — but we're not out of the woods yetCanada will likely face a fourth wave of the pandemic as the highly contagious delta variant continues to spread ahead of borders and schools reopening, but there’s growing optimism another surge won’t bring the country back to a crisis point.... Read more »
- CBC Radio's The House: Canada in a changing worldOn this week’s show: Canadians in the tourism industry talk reopening and recovery. A panel of MPs tackles Canada's foreign policy, including relations with Cuba, Haiti and China. And a critic and a supporter of Cuba's government debate the unrest in that country. Plus — two elections experts discuss the... Read more »
CBC - News
- Football fans may need both jabs to get into Premier League gamesThe mandatory requirement could also be extended to lower divisions as well as other large scale events with more than 20,000 spectators.... Read more »
- Why is the moon orange?Did you see the moon last night?... Read more »
- Sajid Javid under fire for suggesting people have ‘cowered’ from CovidLabour accused him of having managed to ‘denigrate’ people who followed the rules to protect others.... Read more »
- Four children rushed to hospital after funfair ride collapsesEight other children suffered minor cuts and injuries to their legs and back, but did not require hospital treatment.... Read more »
- ‘Total chaos’ at airports as hundreds of thousands jet off for summer holidaysPassengers took to social media to complain about queues, with one describing the scenes as ‘chaotic’.... Read more »
- Murder investigation launched after woman dies from severe burns in BuryThree men aged 34, 24 and 26 have been arrested in connection with the incident and remain in custody for questioning.... Read more »
- Child dies after being hit by car at the start of school holidaysAn area around a home in Stockton was sealed off.... Read more »
News – Metro
- Echtgenote slaat tand uit mond van American FootballspelerDe echtgenote van de bekende American Footballspeler Dwayne Haskins heeft bij haar nieuwbakken echtgenoot een tand uit zijn mond geslagen.... Read more »
- Amerikaanse rapper doodgeschoten, live op Instagram, na dissen andere rapperEen Amerikaanse rapper, Indian Red Boy, is doodgeschoten terwijl hij live op Instagram aan het uitzenden was. Het zou om een vergelding kunnen gaan.... Read more »
- Medewerkers Burger King: “We hebben allemaal ontslag genomen, sorry voor het ongemak”Het bord bij een Burger King in Nebraska waarop staat: "We hebben allemaal ontslag genomen, sorry voor het ongemak", is viraal gegaan op de diverse social media... Read more »
- Man vindt 160 bowlingballen onder zijn huisEen 33-jarige man uit Michigan deed een opzienbarende ontdekking. Hij vond 160 bowlingballen onder zijn huis en denkt er nog meer tegen te komen.... Read more »
- Man schiet op echtgenote, nadat ze zijn Harley Davidson omver had geredenEen man uit Kansas City heeft twaalf keer op zijn echtgenote geschoten, nadat zij zijn Harley Davidson motor omver had gereden.... Read more »
- Oude Ford Escort Prinses Diana verkocht voor 62.000 euroDe oude Ford Escort van Prinses Diana, een 1.6L Ghia uit 1981 met 133.000 kilometer op de teller, is voor meer dan 62.000 euro verkocht aan een museum in Chili.... Read more »
- Vrouw wil hond adopteren, vindt eigen hond terug in het asielEen vrouw uit Pennsylvania wilde een hond adopteren. Op de website van het asiel kwam ze haar eigen hond tegen die al twee jaar vermist was.... Read more »
