Sunday, 17 October 2021

Poland: New project aims to help migrants crossing border

Lawyer suggests locals should switch on a green light to signal they can help migrants with food.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-58947167?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Fespaco: Pomp and colour as Africa’s biggest film festival starts

The Fespaco festival draws film fans from across the world to Burkina Faso.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-58945414?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Queen 'irritated' by climate change inaction in COP26 build-up

The monarch appears to criticise people who "talk" but "don't do", ahead of the COP26 summit.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-58923924?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Why giant turbines are pushing the limits of possibility

Huge wind turbines are pushing the limits of what ports and installation vessels can handle.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-58704792?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Why China's climate policy matters to us all

The global battle against climate change is likely to be won or lost in China.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-57483492?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

What is climate change? A really simple guide

World temperatures are rising because of human activity, and climate change now threatens every aspect of human life.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-24021772?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Candlelit vigil in honour of MP

Hundreds of people carrying lanterns and candles gathered in Leigh-on-Sea to pay their respects.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-58944527?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Sir David Amess killing: Should MPs still be able to meet the public?

The home secretary is reviewing MPs' security but says they must remain accessible to voters.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-58931348?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Kerala floods: At least 19 dead and dozens missing in India

Heavy rains cause rivers to overflow in Kerala, washing away homes and trapping people under debris.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-58940880?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Russia sets condition for return of BBC journalist

Ambassador Andrei Kelin says the BBC reporter can return if Russian journalists gets UK visas.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-58944531?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Russia not withholding gas for political reasons - ambassador

Russia's ambassador to the UK denies Russia is using energy as a political weapon, amid surging prices.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-58944937?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Savannah Marshall stops Lolita Muzeya to set up unification fight with Claressa Shields

Savannah Marshall stopped Lolita Muzeya in emphatic fashion in Newcastle and remains on track to fight Claressa Shields in a unification bout next year.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/58942931?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Sudan: Protesters take to streets

Opponents of Sudan's transition to democracy demonstrate in Khartoum, urging the army to take control.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-58944525?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA