Rebecca Robinson

Portland, Vancouver

Freelance Journalist at Freelance

Writer, editor, journalist, Portlander. Author, Bears Ears Country (out spring '18 from @AZPress & @GFTPublishing). Formerly/always a Californian & Vermonter.

Articles

Papal conclave so heated it erupted in a fist fight leaving cardinal injured

1 week ago | the-express.com | Rebecca Robinson |Yelena Mandenberg

The selection of a new pope is usually a peaceful affair, but over 400 years ago, one conclave ended in a physical altercation when the cardinals couldn't agree on their choice. During the 1605 conclave, the vote was divided between church historian Cesare Baronius and ex-soldier Domenico Tosco for the papal position. The situation escalated to the point where the cardinals began physically jostling each other, causing such a ruckus that it could be heard outside the building.
Elon Musk could create his own city ahead of plans to colonise Mars

1 week ago | express.co.uk | Rebecca Robinson

Elon Musk could create his own city ahead of plans to colonise MarsSpaceX has transformed the area into a production site for the development of its Starship rocket, the vehicle Mr Musk wishes to use to colonise Mars. Share Article Bookmark Voters in Texas were in favour of Elon Musk having his own city. (Image: Getty)Voters in South Texas have overwhelmingly approved a ballot measure to establish Elon Musk's SpaceX launch cite as its own city.
Labour issued dire 'act now' warning as UK staycation crisis 'could snowball'

1 week ago | express.co.uk | Rebecca Robinson

Labour issued dire 'act now' warning as UK staycation crisis 'could snowball'EXCLUSIVE: The Government has been warned that an increasing number of businesses could go bust this year if the tourism industry is not protected. The rising cost of living is preventing people from going on staycations. (Image: Getty)Labour has been warned that local businesses across the country could collapse if more is not done to protect the domestic tourism industry.
Pope Francis's 'request to God' as he spoke about death 2 years before passing away

3 weeks ago | msn.com | Rebecca Robinson |Maria Ortega |María Ortega

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France faces chaos as Emmanuel Macron 'mulling over move to boost his own popularity'

3 weeks ago | msn.com | Rebecca Robinson

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China threatens huge car shortages and shutdowns in Trump trade war

3 weeks ago | msn.com | Rebecca Robinson

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China ramp up Trump trade war with threats of shutdown for key industry

3 weeks ago | the-express.com | Rebecca Robinson |John O'Sullivan

China's clampdown on rare earth mineral exports has sent shockwaves through the global automotive industry, with concerns that magnet reserves vital for manufacturing may become critically scarce in a matter of months. This month, China expanded its export restrictions to include seven essential rare-earth elements and magnets needed for electric cars, wind turbines, and defense aircraft production.
Tesla whistleblower slams 'monster' Elon Musk and wants to drag him to court

3 weeks ago | msn.com | Rebecca Robinson

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Migration bombshell as UN backs major plan to deport asylum seekers

3 weeks ago | msn.com | Rebecca Robinson

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Panic in Finland as authorities investigate attempt to smuggle nuclear documents to Russia

3 weeks ago | msn.com | Rebecca Robinson

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