Day: June 11, 2020
Donald Trump says he 'won't even consider' renaming military bases that honour Confederate officers
June 11, 2020The latest headlines in your inbox twice a day Monday – Friday plus breaking news updates Donald Trump has said he will “not even consider” changing the name of Army bases named for Confederate officers, as anti-racism protests continue across the country. The president made the comments days after Defence Secretary Mark Esper indicated he […]
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Tasering of rapper Wretch 32's father to be assessed by police watchdog
June 11, 2020The Tasering of rapper Wretch 32‘s father will be assessed by the police watchdog. Footage posted online showed 62-year-old Millard Scott tumbling downstairs at his north London home after an officer is heard to warn: “Police officer with a Taser. Stay where you are.” Musician Wretch 32, real name is Jermaine Scott, shared the video […]
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Two-metre social distancing rule could be scrapped in time for new school year
June 11, 2020The latest headlines in your inbox twice a day Monday – Friday plus breaking news updates Boris Johnson is expected to make a decision on reducing the two-metre social distancing restriction to allow schools in England to reopen fully by September. The Prime Minister is reportedly looking at following World Health Organisation advice and cutting […]
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