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Dashcam footage shows Georgia cop saying we only kill black people

Dashcam footage shows Georgia cop saying we only kill black people

An enquiry has been set up against a police officer from the US state of Georgia after a dash cam video showed him making inappropriate racial comments. In the dashcam footage released by Cobb County Police Department, Lt. Greg Abbott can be heard saying to a woman driver that we only kill black people after she expresses concern for her safety when she is instructed by him to reach down and use her mobile phone. On 31 August, Abbott announced his intention to retire after he was told he would be fired. Sep 1, 2017
The Hajj war between Qatar and Saudi Arabia

The Hajj war between Qatar and Saudi Arabia

The ongoing diplomatic crisis between Saudi Arabia and Qatar has dimmed hopes for Qatari pilgrims wishing to participate in Hajj — the annual five-day Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca and nearby holy sites. Sep 1, 2017
More than 18,500 Rohingyas flee Myanmar in 5 days as unrest rages

More than 18,500 Rohingyas flee Myanmar in 5 days as unrest rages

The condition of ethnic Rohingya Muslims is worsening in Myanmar. Thousands from the persecuted minority community are attempting to escape to neighbouring Bangladesh even though many fail in their perilous journey. They are often dubbed a stateless minority and are branded illegal immigrants. Aug 31, 2017
More than 18,500 Rohingyas flee Myanmar in 5 days as unrest rages

More than 18,500 Rohingyas flee Myanmar in 5 days as unrest rages

The condition of ethnic Rohingya Muslims is worsening in Myanmar. Thousands from the persecuted minority community are attempting to escape to neighbouring Bangladesh even though many fail in their perilous journey. They are often dubbed a stateless minority and are branded illegal immigrants. Aug 31, 2017
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