Duterte shows softer side crooning Wind Beneath My Wings at state dinner

Duterte shows softer side crooning Wind Beneath My Wings at state dinner

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte showed a surprisingly softer side during a state visit to Malaysia. During a dinner Malaysian with Prime Minister Najib Razak, Duterte was upstanding for a spot of karaoke.Duterte performed the 1988 classic Wind Beneath My Wings by Bette Midler while Najib sang Cliff Richards’ The Young Ones. The heads of state also sang a duet together: Sha-La-La-La-La by 1970s Danish rock band The Walkers.Previous to their musical interlude, Duterte and Najib had been discussing actions against pirates in their territorial waters. Nov 11, 2016
World leaders congratulate Donald Trump on US presidency win

World leaders congratulate Donald Trump on US presidency win

Leaders from around the world have congratulated Republican Donald Trump on becoming the president-elect for the United States of America, after he beat Hillary Clinton on 9 November. Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke of hoping to work on the US-Russia relationship that has been especially strained of late, whilst European leaders Angela Merkel, Francios Hollande and Theresa May hoped to continue their strong relationships with America. Nov 9, 2016
Clinton in the clear: FBI says no charges to be brought over latest emails

Clinton in the clear: FBI says no charges to be brought over latest emails

Just two days before the US presidential election on 8 November, FBI director James Comey said that there are to be no charges pressed against Hillary Clinton in the wake of new emails linked to her private server. Rival Donald Trump reacted angrily calling it a totally rigged system.The candidates have spent their last days campaigning furiously in important states like Florida and Pennsylvania with it still being too close to call. Nov 7, 2016
Violent clashes erupt at West Ham vs Chelsea derby

Violent clashes erupt at West Ham vs Chelsea derby

Seven people have been arrested following the violence at West Ham vs Chelseas EFL cup tie on 26 October. Riot police were forced to intervene as fighting between the home and away fans broke out, and missiles of bottles and coins were thrown. West Ham eventually won the game 2-1, with Chelsea only managing to score a consolation goal in the last minute of the game. Oct 27, 2016