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Boris Johnson laments European whinge-o-rama over Donald Trump win

Boris Johnson laments European whinge-o-rama over Donald Trump win

The UK foreign secretary said Britain should view Trumps victory as an opportunity, and that Trump wanted a spectacular relationship with the country. However, prior to the controversial Republicans surprise victory on 8 November, Johnson had admitted he was genuinely worried that Trump could become US president. Nov 11, 2016
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
Tensions rise on second day of anti-Trump protests

Tensions rise on second day of anti-Trump protests

Across the US protesters continue to march against Trump’s election as president for the second day in a row. Many students in cities like Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix and San Francisco staged walkouts. During the night protests turned more aggressive. A large group of anti-Trump protesters blocked a highway in Minneapolis. Portland Police declared the protests riots “due to extensive criminal and dangerous behaviour”.Protesters outside the Trump International Hotel in Washington DC chanted “Love Trumps Hate”, Hillary Clinton’s election slogan. Nov 11, 2016
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