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Donald Trump attacks China in Twitter tirade

US President-elect Donald trump has criticised China over its monetary policy and operations in the South China Sea. Posted on social media platform Twitter, the attacks came after he angered China by speaking to the President of Taiwan Tsai Ing-wen. Taiwan sees itself as an independent state but Beijing considers it as a breakaway province. The US cut off diplomatic relations to Taiwan in 1979, recognising Beijing’s claim. Dec 5, 2016
What is Pizzagate? The fake news scandal explained

What is Pizzagate? The fake news scandal explained

A man claiming to be self investigating the scandal was arrested on 4 December for opening fire at the pizza restaurant in Washington DC, where it was falsely alleged the Clintons run a paedophile ring. But where have these fake accusations originated from? Dec 5, 2016
Burst water main forces Islington streets to close

Burst water main forces Islington streets to close

Several streets had to be shut down after a water main burst in the London borough of Islington on 5 December. Authorities advised people to avoid the area.London Fire Brigade said around 100 people from surrounding homes had to be evacuated in a statement on their website. They also revealed that the flood waters reached a depth of 2m in the basements of properties on one street. Dec 5, 2016
New Zealand Prime Minister John Key announces resignation

New Zealand Prime Minister John Key announces resignation

New Zealand Prime Minister John Key unexpectedly announced his resignation on 5 December, after eight years in charge. Key, who was praised for his leadership after the global financial crisis, cited his family as the main reason for wanting to resign and told reporters he has no immediate plans for the future. Key said he would vote for his deputy and finance minister Bill English to take over, if he decided to stand. Dec 5, 2016
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