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Trump ally accuses Lord Cameron of ‘panda hugging’ China
A leading contender for Donald Trump’s national security adviser has accused Lord Cameron of “panda hugging” China and says he would rather work with Labour than the Conservatives.
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Nepal battles raging wildfires across the country
Firefighters and local residents battled a massive wildfire on the outskirts of Nepal's capital Thursday as the Himalayan republic endures a severe fire season authorities have blamed on a heatwave."Wildfires have increased in an unimaginable ratio, and the season is expected to last for a month more," Sundar Prasad Sharma of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority told AFP. "It is challenging to put out fires because of our difficult terrain," he added.
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VideoRival Groups Clash at UCLA as Pro-Palestinian Encampment Attacked
Clashes between rival groups broke out at the UCLA campus overnight into May 1, as a pro-Palestinian encampment came under attack by a pro-Israel group who attempted to tear down its barricades, the LA Times said.Local media reported that firecrackers and fireworks were launched towards the encampment, exploding near groups of tents.This footage by Sean Beckner-Carmitchel shows pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian demonstrators clashing.Footage released later on Wednesday morning showed police moving
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Former SNP leader Swinney to run to become Scotland's new first minister
Scottish National Party (SNP) lawmaker John Swinney said on Thursday that he would run in the contest to succeed outgoing leader Humza Yousaf as Scotland's first minister. Yousaf resigned on Monday after his decision to end a coalition with the Green Party backfired. Swinney, who joined the SNP in 1979 at the age of 15, previously served as the leader of the party from 2000-2004.
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John Swinney confirms he is standing for SNP leadership and first minister
Swinney has won backing of several senior cabinet members and SNP’s Westminster leader, Stephen Flynn
2-min read - BusinessHerald Scotland
Get on course to invest in an ethical economic environment in Scotland
“This programme offers an opportunity for business leaders to add value to their existing experiences, and also encourage new responsible ways of growing businesses in Scotland.”
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John Swinney Confirms He Is Running To Be SNP Leader And First Minister
The veteran MSP is the clear favourite to take over from Humza Yousaf
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