Amnesty says EU leaders complicit in torture of refugees and migrants
From WN European leaders stand accused by Amnesty International of being knowingly complicit in the torture and exploitation of thousands of migrants and refugees by the European Union-financed Libyan coast guard and officials running the country’s detention camps, The Guardian reports….
Austria gas plant burns after deadly explosion
From BBC A big blast has rocked a major natural gas hub in Austria, killing one person and injuring at least 18, police say. A fire followed the blast which happened around 08:45 (07:45 GMT) at the Baumgarten site, just…
4 tips for planning the perfect holiday
From WN Everyone loves to enjoy a holiday from time to time. Getting some time off is perfect for unwinding and relaxing the mind. Following the same routine every day can get repetitive and boring. Getting a chance to visit…
Israel air drill
8 countries took part in Israel’s largest-ever air drill — here are the impressive photos By Ben Brimelow From Business Insider The largest air drill in the Israeli Air Force’s history, “Blue Flag 2017” at the Israel’s Ouvda Air Force…
2 charged with trafficking after 26 Nigerian women found dead
From Freedom United Two men have been charged in Italy with human trafficking over 150 people after 26 Nigerian women were found dead while attempting to cross the Mediterranean. Suspicions have been raised that they were being trafficked for sexual…
Libyan coast guard intercepts nearly 300 migrants east of Tripoli
From Yahoo News TRIPOLI (Reuters) – Libya’s coastguard intercepted 299 migrants from sub-Saharan African countries on two rubber boats east of Tripoli on Tuesday, officials said. The migrants were intercepted near the town of Zliten by one of several coastguard…
Gadget of the week
AI can detect Alzheimer’s 10 years before symptoms show up By Mariella Moon From engadget When it comes to Alzheimer’s, early detection is crucial. Various researchers around the globe are developing ways to detect Alzheimer’s as early as possible. After…
A massive deal in the cannabis industry just imploded after a CEO was fired
By Jeremy Berke From Business Insider MassRoots was set to buy CannaRegs for a $12 million stock deal announced in August. The deal imploded after MassRoots’ CEO, Isaac Dietrich, was fired. CannaRegs’ CEO, Amanda Ostrowitz, said she pulled the plug…
Discrimination by Caymanians against Caymanians
By Leonardo Raznovich I am currently in Australia for the purpose of attending the International Bar Association annual conference, but I feel compelled to issue this press release now. I will be discussing this matter at the Conference, and you…
Destination of the week
Italy is the top luxury destination for Australian travellers From Business Insider Australia Australians travellers are loving Europe, especially Italy. While it’s not that surprising considering a European backpacking trip is a pilgrimage for many Australian school leavers, this trend…
