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Prince Andrew on friendship with Jeffrey Epstein: I let royals down Prince speaks publicly for first time about paedophile financier found dead in prisonPrince Andrew has said that he failed to uphold the standards of the royal family when he visited Jeffrey Epstein after the paedophile’s release from prison, admitting: “I let the side down, simple as that.”The prince made the statement in an interview with the BBC’s Newsnight programme, the first time he has spoken publicly about his friendship with Epstein, to be broadcast on Saturday night. Continue reading... Go to Source

Ukraine ambassador describes Trump's 'shocking' smear campaign against her Marie Yovanovitch, the third witness in public impeachment hearings, testified while president tweeted against herFollow the latest impeachment hearing updates liveAn American ambassador recalled by Donald Trump from Ukraine told impeachment investigators that she felt “shocked and devastated” by Trump’s personal attacks on her, and that she was “amazed” corrupt elements in Ukraine had found willing American partners to take her down.With Trump tweeting attacks on her even as she spoke, Marie Yovanovitch became the third witness in public impeachment hearings investigating whether Trump abused the powers of his office to serve his personal ends. Continue reading... Go to Source

Roger Stone: Trump adviser found guilty on all counts in WikiLeaks hacking case Stone found guilty of obstruction of justice and making false statements over what he told Congress relating to emails hacked from DemocratsRoger Stone, a self-described “dirty trickster” and longtime adviser to Donald Trump, was found guilty on Friday of obstructing a congressional investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election.The verdict makes Stone only the latest among a growing list of people once in the president’s inner circle who have been convicted on federal charges. News of Stone’s convictions came as dramatic testimony in the impeachment inquiry unfolded on Capitol Hill. Continue reading... Go to Source

Corbyn launches plan to give free broadband to everyone in Britain Labour leader says proposed roll-out would bolster economy and help tackle climate crisisLatest election news - live updatesJeremy Corbyn has formally launched Labour’s ambitious plan to provide free broadband across the UK, arguing it would guarantee what is now a basic utility, encourage social cohesion, bolster the economy and help the environment.In a lengthy event during which two of his senior ministers presented the plan – which has prompted accusations it is unrealistic and could hamper the market – Corbyn said the service would become “our treasured public institution for the 21st century”. Continue reading... Go to Source

Venice council flooded moments after rejecting climate crisis plan Rightwing parties reject proposals as lagoon city faces worst flooding in 53 years Veneto’s regional council rejected a plan to combat climate change minutes before its offices on the Grand Canal, in Venice, were flooded, it has emerged as the city continues to battle high water levels.Venice has been hit by recurrent flooding since Tuesday, with 70% of the lagoon city engulfed on Friday morning as the acqua alta, or high water, level reached 1.54 metres amid heavy downpours. Continue reading... Go to Source

Boris Johnson challenged over how 'relatable' he is to general public Naga Munchetty quizzes PM over Brexit on BBC Breakfast and asks when he last used the NHSLatest election news – live updatesBoris Johnson has said the “whole potential of this country” can be realised if Brexit is pushed through, in a BBC interview in which he was challenged on how “relatable” he is.Speaking on BBC Breakfast on Friday morning, the prime minister talked about his vision for the country post-Brexit, the NHS and the economy. Continue reading... Go to Source

General election: Corbyn says Labour manifesto will 'knock your socks off' – live news Labour leader announces free internet plan in Lancaster, while Boris Johnson launches battle bus in OldhamSign up for Andrew Sparrow’s election briefing, sent to your inboxHow feasible is Labour’s plan for free broadband?Boris Johnson announces spending package for neglected townsFight for Canterbury plays out on social media 12.00pm GMTMcDonnell urges people to see Ken Loach’s new film, Sorry We Missed You. It is shocking, he says. But it shows what is happening in the gig economy.He says the plan being announced today is huge. But it is one that will transform lives. 11.58am GMTMcDonnell says for years people have said that taking on the multinationals is too difficult. But they accept that no...

Boris Johnson says Brexit will 'realise potential of country' Naga Munchetty challenges PM over Brexit on BBC Breakfast and also asks how relatable he isLatest election news – live updatesBoris Johnson has said the “whole potential of this country” can be realised if Brexit is pushed through, in a BBC interview in which he was challenged on how “relatable” he is.Speaking on BBC Breakfast on Friday morning, the prime minister talked about his vision for the country post-Brexit, the NHS and the economy. Continue reading... Go to Source

Police to investigate as Hong Kong minister falls to ground during protest in London Video shows Teresa Cheng falling as demonstrators shout ‘shame on you’The Metropolitan police have opened an investigation after Hong Kong’s justice minister, Teresa Cheng, fell to the ground while being surrounded by angry pro-democracy protesters outside an event in central London.The incident on Thursday evening was the first direct altercation between demonstrators and a Hong Kong government minister since protests, now in their sixth month, erupted in the city. Continue reading... Go to Source

Rudy Giuliani says Trump will stay loyal to him but jokes that he has 'insurance' Exclusive: president’s personal lawyer has emerged as a key figure in the impeachment inquiry, with speculation Republicans will seek to paint him as a rogue actorRudy Giuliani, Donald Trump’s personal lawyer, has said he is confident the president will remain loyal to him as an impeachment inquiry unfolds in which the former New York mayor has become a central figure.But Giuliani joked that he had good “insurance” in case Trump did turn on him, amid speculation Republicans will seek to frame him as a rogue actor. Continue reading... Go to Source

Prince Andrew to be quizzed on Epstein in Newsnight special BBC to broadcast ‘no holds barred’ interview with royal on Saturday nightPrince Andrew has agreed to speak publicly for the first time about his friendship with the paedophile Jeffrey Epstein, in a “no holds barred” interview with the BBC’s Newsnight programme to be broadcast on Saturday night.The prince has been the subject of fierce speculation over his relationship with the financier, who was found dead in a New York jail cell three months ago. Continue reading... Go to Source