US orders China to close consulate in Houston
The US said it has ordered China to close its consulate in Houston “to protect American intellectual property” and the private information of Americans.
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China says US has ordered it to close consulate in Houston
China says the US has ordered it to close its Houston consulate in what it called a provocation that violates international law.
George Floyd’s body arrives at church for private funeral
George Floyd’s body has arrived at a church in Houston, Texas, for a private funeral to be followed by his burial.
Thousands of mourners pay respects ahead of George Floyd funeral
The black man whose death has inspired a worldwide reckoning over racial injustice will be buried in Houston later.
Thousands mourn George Floyd in Texas amid calls for reform
The last chance for the public to say goodbye to George Floyd drew thousands of mourners to a church in his home town of Houston.
Houston to hold six-hour public viewing of Floyd’s coffin
Mourners will be able to view George Floyd’s coffin in his home town of Houston in Texas, the final stop of a series of memorials in his honour.
American woman told to leave Aberdeen during coronavirus lockdown given six-month reprieve
An American woman who was facing the threat of deportation during the coronavirus lockdown has been given a six-month reprieve.
US-Aberdeen student nurse exchange project marks 25th year
Student nurses who have taken part in a healthcare exchange programme are being urged to help mark its 25th anniversary.
Aberdeen’s Lord Provost meets international energy experts at Texas conference
Aberdeen's Lord Provost has met industry leaders and experts at an international energy conference.
Scots musician brings his audience from USA
A Scottish-born entertainer will be appearing in Aberdeen tomorrow – and he’s bringing his own audience from the United States.
Former oil boss said alleged stalker needed ‘tarts and tablets’
A former oil boss who claims he was stalked online by a former employee yesterday denied that he owes him hundreds of thousands of pounds.
North-east couple tells of devastation after Houston home engulfed by floods
A North-east couple today told how they had been attempting to sell their Houston home before it was engulfed by the devastating floodwaters.
Leonardo DiCaprio joins stars donating to Harvey fund with million dollar pledge
Leonardo DiCaprio’s foundation has donated one million dollars (£775,000) to relief efforts in the wake of Hurricane Harvey, adding to growing pledges from Hollywood stars.
Aberdeen ex-pats in hurricane-hit Houston fear they could run out of food
Ex-pats from Aberdeen who are living in storm-ravaged Houston have said they fear they could run out of food.
Aberdeen couple trapped in Houston home as Hurricane Harvey turns roads into rivers
An Aberdeen couple today told how they have been living off frozen pizza and are stranded 17 floors up after Hurricane Harvey hit.
Aberdeen woman tells of flood devastation in Texas
A north-east woman caught up in the flooding chaos in Texas has revealed how some of her colleagues had their homes devastated as Hurricane Harvey overran the southern US state.
Watch: Six adorable puppies were stolen from a pet store
Thieves have been caught on CCTV stealing puppies worth more than $20,000.