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Mexican journalists began nationwide protests Tuesday following the killings of three journalists in the space of two weeks. Demonstrators are demanding authorities do more to protect journalists despite a government program meant to do just that. Photographers placed their cameras on the ground outside Mexico City's National Palace, while candles were lit in tribute to those who had lost their lives. Protests were also held in the states of Veracruz, San Luis Potosi, Durango and Nayarit. Reporters held up placards reading "Not one more journalist killed,'' and "the truth can't be killed.'' Three journalists killed in Mexcio in two weeks Two journalists were killed in the border city of Tijuana in the first weeks of the year. Crime photographer Margarito Martinez was shot dead outside his home on January 17, while reporter Lourdes Maldonado Lopez was found shot dead in her car on Sunday. Two of the murdered journalists requested protection before their deaths … [Read more...] about Mexico: Journalists protest killings of colleagues

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has made a Brexit Day speech hailing the UK’s departure from the European Union as “astonishing moment of hope” that is “not an end but a beginning.” In a message recorded by government officials and emailed to media in the final hours before Brexit, he described it as “potentially a moment of real national renewal and change.” “This is the moment when the dawn breaks and the curtain goes up on a new act in our great national drama,” he said. He said that, “for all its strengths and for all its admirable qualities, the EU has evolved over 50 years in a direction that no longer suits this country,” adding: “That is a judgment that you, the people, have now confirmed at the polls. Not once, but twice.” The tone and message were markedly different from those of French President Emmanuel Macron, who offered words of reassurance for British citizens living in France and gave a rallying message for the European Union. “We have … [Read more...] about Boris Johnson calls Brexit ‘an astonishing moment of hope’

Ukraine says the intensity of the Russian assault in Donbas is now at maximum level Putin tells Italy's Mario Draghi that Russia will help tackle global food crisis if sanctions are lifted German Chancellor Olaf Scholz tells Davos delegates he's convinced Russia will not win in Ukraine Two Russian soldiers are the latest to be tried for war crimes in Ukraine Zelenskyy rebuffs calls to cede land to Russia This article was last updated at 19:07 UTC/GMT B elarus sends troops to Ukraine border Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko says he is forming a southern military command and sending "battalion tactical groups" to the Ukraine border. Lukashenko gave no further details, but such groups normally consist of mechanized infantry, including tanks. Belarus allowed its territory to be used for attacks on Ukraine when Moscow's forces invaded, but the Belarusian military did not participate in Russia's ground operation. Ukrainian authorities have … [Read more...] about Ukraine says war in Donbas at ‘maximum intensity’ — live updates

Live Updates As Russia's invasion continues for a 57th day, President Joe Biden announced an additional $800 million in security assistance to Ukraine and established a new program to streamline Ukrainians seeking to enter the U.S. Biden said Russian President Vladimir Putin has failed to achieve his "grand ambitions" as Ukraine continues to fight. Putin reportedly canceled an assault on the Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol, where hundreds of civilians were sheltering, over concerns of Russian casualties. Ukraine is calling for "urgent" humanitarian corridors to evacuate civilians who remain in the besieged Mariupol, describing the situation as "desperate." While 79 people were able to evacuate Mariupol to Zaporizhia Thursday, Ukraine Deputy Prime Minister said "everything is going very slowly." Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has asked foreign allies for more weapons as Ukrainian forces continue to defend their cities against Russian bombardment. … [Read more...] about Ukraine War: Pentagon details Phoenix Ghost drones sent to Ukraine

One year ago, on August 9, 2020, Alexander Lukashenko declared himself the winner of Belarus' presidential elections. Massive nationwide protests ensued, which were followed by a seemingly unending wave of arrests, torture and intimidation of the participants. "I had the feeling that they would soon come for me as well," says Anna Koval, who, along with other helpers, collected food, toiletries and clothing for people in detention. "We joke among ourselves that we suffer from bus phobia — a specifically Belarusian anxiety disorder," she says. "We mean the small buses carrying unknown people who can stop you on the street at any time and force you into the vehicles. They don't tell you who they are or why they are taking you away. Even people who aren't at all politically active can have it happen to them." The personal story of Anna Koval, who felt compelled to leave her native country four months ago, and that of many other women in Belarus is told by the author Alice Bota in … [Read more...] about Belarus: Women as the drivers of protest

It’s widely accepted (and discussed, at least amongst my friendship group) that if you are thinking of dating someone, pay attention to how they treat those who serve them: cleaners, waiters, porters, receptionists, delivery drivers. It tells you a lot about what kind of person they are. This theory even has a name (and a Wikipedia page ): the Waiter Rule. A word, then, to those in Downing Street . We now know, thanks to Sue Gray ’s damning report , that a “culture of disrespect” was allowed to proliferate inside No 10 , far beyond what we have already heard ( and seen ) of the partygoing during lockdown; the booze and the fighting and being sick . We have discovered a different and peculiar unpleasantness – reports from those who work hardest and matter most, who probably have the longest hours and the most arduous tasks of all of Downing Street: its cleaners and security guards. We have read abhorrent acounts of how one cleaner had to scrub red wine … [Read more...] about How you treat cleaners and other service staff says everything about you

It is hot in Tillia, Niger, with red sand as far as the eye can see. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz prepared well for his trip to the military base in the Nigerien desert where more than 200 German troops are stationed. On his first trip to Africa since taking office , Scholz is looking for allies in Africa, promising to support democratic countries. His first stop was Senegal on Sunday, then Niger on Monday and onto South Africa on Tuesday. "Africa is Europe's neighboring continent and it is therefore essential that we make intensive efforts to maintain very good relations with all states in [the continent]," Scholz told DW "It is also important that we strengthen our relations with all democratic states in the world. Democracy, the rule of law — these are important issues to us, and not just something associated with the so-called Western countries." Watch video 03:46 Scholz visits troops in Niger: Michaela Küfner reports German troops remain in … [Read more...] about German chancellor woos allies in Africa

FOOTBALL NOW is a new show that brings to light some of the global game's biggest issues, challenges, and debates. The group draw for the 22nd edition of the biggest sporting tournament recently took place in Doha. It's all starting to feel real with only 179 days until the Qatar 2022 World Cup. Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal, Luis Suarez of Uruguay, and Son Heung-Min of South Korea are three of the tournament's star players who will face each other at the World Cup in six months time. With over 200 goals between them, it's fair to say that Group H is awash with A-List strikers. Group H's other team, Ghana, may not have the same star quality in their forward line, but don't rule out the African nation from progressing out of one of the most competitive groups in the World Cup. Group H Dates, (Local) Times and Locations Thursday, November 24th 16:00 Uruguay v South Korea - Education City Stadium 19:00 Portugal v Ghana - Stadium 974 Monday, November 28th … [Read more...] about Group H Preview – FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Will the star strikers produce on the big stage?

EDDIE NKETIAH is set to STAY at Arsenal having been offered a whopping new contract according to reports. Nketiah, 22, had been linked with moving away on a free transfer this summer but it has now been reported he is set to sign a new five-year deal with the club which will see him earn around £100k per week. Meanwhile, Arsenal have requested that the Ghana football association do not include Thomas Partey in their squad. Elsewhere, the pathway for William Saliba's return could be clearing up as reports suggest that Arsenal want the Frenchman as part of the project. And reports suggest that summer target Lautaro Martinez has rejected a move to North London in the upcoming transfer market. SUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAY Stay up to date with all the latest from the Emirates... Ian Tuckey just now Gunners linked to Molina Arsenal have bid for Napoli's Nahuel Molina, according to Spanish outlet Marca. The Argentina star was … [Read more...] about Nketiah’s £100k per week contract, Arsenal ‘pull plug’ on Partey, Saliba’s new deal, Martinez REJECTS Gunners – latest

Soutik Biswas Published 25 March Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Related Topics Russia-Ukraine war On Monday, US President Joe Biden told a meeting of business leaders in Washington that among the so-called Quad group of nations, India was being "somewhat shaky" in its response to Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine. The US, Japan and Australia - the three other members of this coalition formed to counter China's influence - have been "extremely strong in terms of dealing with Putin's aggression", he said. India, however, has doggedly pursued a non-aligned foreign policy since independence, where, according to the first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru, "we will stay away from the big blocs…to be friendly to all countries…not join any alliance." But will the war in Ukraine now put India's fabled neutrality under strain? 'Uncharted territory' … [Read more...] about Ukraine: India ‘feeling the heat’ over neutrality