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French protesters block Amazon sites over climate and jobs
Demonstrators forced their way into Amazon offices in northern Paris.
US government report finds ‘serious overcrowding’ in border facilities
The report warned that the facilities in South Texas need ‘immediate attention’.
Navy Seal acquitted of murder in killing of captive in Iraq
Edward Gallagher reacted with ‘tears of joy’, his defence lawyer said.
Legislators’ protests mar formal opening of European Parliament
Some refused to stand as a jazz ensemble started playing the EU’s anthem while others turned their backs on the proceedings.
Hong Kong protests ‘trample on the rule of law’, says China
Foreign ministry spokesman Geng Shuang said Beijing ‘strongly condemns’ the unrest in the former British colony.
Hunt says Britain will be ‘unwavering’ in support for Hong Kong
The foreign ministry in Beijing has accused the UK of ‘interfering’ in Chinese internal affairs.
Money pours in to war chest for Democratic White House hopeful Pete Buttigieg
The 37-year-old mayor of South Bend, Indiana, has raised 24.8 million dollars to leap to prominence in a crowded field for the party’s backing.
Protests escalate as Hong Kong marks handover to China
The city’s leader has been criticised for backing legislation that would have allowed suspects to be extradited to mainland China to face trial.
Japan resumes commercial whaling after three-decade break
Japan’s six-month notice to withdraw from the International Whaling Commission took effect on Sunday.