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House of Commons passes Brexit trigger Article 50

House of Commons passes Brexit trigger Article 50

UK Prime Minister Theresa May won approval from Parliaments lower chamber on 8 February to trigger Britains exit from the European Union. The bill passed straight through the lower house despite attempts by pro-EU MPs to make amendments to the bill. Lawmakers (MPs) voted 494 to 122 in favour of legislation giving May the right to trigger Article 50, ending days of intense debate. Feb 9, 2017
London to host UKs first professional drone race in June

London to host UKs first professional drone race in June

The Drone Racing League (DRL) has announced that it will be launching a series of world championship races dedicated to professional First Person View (FPV) drone racing in June, and the events will be televised and broadcast around the world. Feb 9, 2017
Red Cross, red cross afghanistan

Red Cross Director-General says killing of staff seems impossible

At least six workers for the International Committee for the Red Cross (ICRC) have been killed by the Islamic State (Isis) in northern Afghanistan on 8 February. Reportedly the Red Cross workers were in a convoy carrying supplies to areas hit by avalanches when they were attacked by the gunmen. A search operation has been launched to find two missing Red Cross that have gone missing since the attack. Feb 8, 2017
Three adorable tiger cubs born at Cincinnati Zoo

Three adorable tiger cubs born at Cincinnati Zoo

Three Malayan tiger cubs were born at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden on February 3, and are now being cared for in the zoo’s nursery. First-time mom Cinta’s maternal instincts did not kick in and vets, concerned that the cubs body temperatures would dip too low without the warmth of moms body, made the call to remove them from the den. The cubs will be cared for in the nursery for now. Feb 8, 2017
Man jailed for feeding his hamster LSD and cannabis

Man jailed for feeding his hamster LSD and cannabis

Corey Lee Destrow, 22, of Brock Close, Lancaster and Nchinmunya Ntembe, 22, of Cypress Close, Lancaster have been charged with animal cruelty offences after the video emerged online. Ntembe, admitted five animal cruelty offences, including failing to meet the needs of two dogs. Feb 8, 2017
England Rugby prepare before Welsh Six Nations test

England Rugby prepare before Welsh Six Nations test

England Rugby team play Wales on 11 February, hoping to continue their run of 15 successive wins under manager Eddie Jones. The Red and Whites have only won two of their last seven visits to Cardiff, and Wales top the Six Nations table after beating Italy 33-7. Feb 8, 2017
Filmmakers behind The White Helmets documentary lament Donald Trump immigration ban

Filmmakers behind The White Helmets documentary lament Donald Trump immigration ban

The filmmakers behind a documentary about the Syrian Civil Defence, also known as the White Helmets, have criticised the US immigration ban implemented by President Donald Trump. The film, which documents the efforts of Syrian volunteers who act as rescue workers in the war-torn country, has been nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the 2017 Oscars. However, a number of people involved in the film, including White Helmets founder Raed Saleh, may not be able to attend the ceremony due to the visa ban on people coming in from Syria and six other Muslim-majority countries. Feb 8, 2017
Colombia begins FARC-style talks with nation’s second-biggest rebel group

Colombia begins FARC-style talks with nation’s second-biggest rebel group

Colombias Marxist National Liberation Army (ELN) rebels began official peace talks with the government on 7 February, in a bid to end their part in a five-decade conflict. The ELN is hoping to get an agreement like that negotiated with the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC). The negotiations will cover similar issues such as political participation, disarmament and compensation for victims. Feb 8, 2017
Huge fire in Manila destroys over 1,000 homes

Huge fire in Manila destroys over 1,000 homes

A large fire destroyed more than 1,000 homes in Tondo, Manila, on the 7 February. The flames started near gate 7 in the Parola Compound and quickly spread to adjoining shanties, according to Senior Superintendent Wilberto Tiu. At least seven people were injured and more than 15,000 shanty town residents lost their homes. Feb 8, 2017
Tornado touches down in East New Orleans causing significant damage

Tornado touches down in East New Orleans causing significant damage

Amateur footage shows a tornado causing damage in East New Orleans on Tuesday (7 February). Buildings were badly damaged and emergency crews responded to the havoc. Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards said in a statement: The storm system brought strong winds and at least six tornadoes, which caused severe damage, including multiple injuries, dozens of damaged homes and businesses, and thousands left without power. Feb 8, 2017
Working out like a dog: First canine workout for humans hits London

Working out like a dog: First canine workout for humans hits London

The Work Out Like A Dog boot camp has been created by qualified Personal Trainer Born Barikor and is designed to get humans to understand and appreciate the health benefits that dogs get from their favorite outdoor activities - by literally having people take on the role of dogs. Feb 7, 2017
Barack Obama takes on Richard Branson in kiteboarding vs foil boarding challenge

Barack Obama takes on Richard Branson in kiteboarding vs foil boarding challenge

Former US president Barack Obama has been spotted kiteboarding with founder of the Virgin Group, Richard Branson. Barack and Michelle Obama were on holiday at Bransons luxury Moskito Island in the Caribbean when the former president tried his hand at kiteboarding. Known adventurer Brandon can also be seen in the footage trying out foil boarding, and the pair eventually compete with each other to see who can travel the furthest. Obama eventually wins out against the British billionaire. Feb 7, 2017
Alastair Cook thinks Joe Root would do a very good job as England captain

Alastair Cook thinks Joe Root would do a very good job as England captain

Former England cricket captain Alastair Cook has said batsman Joe Root would do a very good job at leading the national side. Cook stepped down on 6 February, after taking charge of the team a record 59 times. Root is favourite to succeed Cook, but the Essex opener also suggested that all-rounder Ben Stokes, wicketkeeper Jonny Bairstow and batsman Jos Butler could be up for the role. Feb 7, 2017
Six terror attacks the Trump administration feel were ‘under-reported’

Six terror attacks the Trump administration feel were ‘under-reported’

After President Donald Trump said the media no longer reports on many terrorist attacks, the White House has published a list of 78 attacks the Trump administration thinks were under-reported. President Trump spoke on 6 February in Tampa, Florida, where he claimed Its gotten to a point where terrorist attacks are not even being reported and, in many cases, the very, very dishonest press doesnt want to report it. They have their reasons and you understand that. Feb 7, 2017
Sajid Javid says John Bercow does not speak for the Government after Donald Trump comments

Sajid Javid says John Bercow does not speak for the Government after Donald Trump comments

UK Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government Sajid Javid has insisted Donald Trump is welcome to visit the country, despite House of Commons Speaker John Bercow labelling the US president racist and sexist. Javid insisted that Bercow does not speak for the government and that it doesnt matter who the president is, we want to work with that person. The Speaker came come under fire for his statements, where he also claimed he plans to block Trump from making a speech in the Commons. Feb 7, 2017
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