RNC 2020: Trump warns Republican convention of ‘rigged election’
Craig TaylorHe opens the Republican conference with disputed claims mail-in ballots could lead to voter fraud. BBC News – US & Canada
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California wildfires: Trump declares major disaster
One fire tearing through the state is the third largest California has ever seen. BBC News – US & Canada
California fires: Governor asks Australia for help
Exhausted fire-fighters are struggling to contain huge wildfires that have killed six in California. BBC News – US & Canada
Steve Bannon charged with fraud over Mexico wall funds
Ex-Trump adviser Steve Bannon is charged with fraud over fundraising to build a Mexican border wall. BBC News – US & Canada
750m Genetically Modified Mosquitoes To Be Released In Florida
jordonc ✅Floridian authorities have given the green light on scientists wanting to release 750 million genetically modified mosquitoes. There are plans for the releases to go ahead in 2021 but no exact date has been set yet. The mosquitoes will have been modified in a manner that will reduce the spread of malaria and other mosquito…
US Election 2020: Biden is crowned as Democratic nominee
Elder statesmen Bill Clinton, Colin Powell and John Kerry line up to endorse Mr Biden. BBC News – US & Canada