Wednesday, November 4, 2015

Mexico's Supreme Court rules in favor of legalizing pot

Mexico's Supreme court has ruled that individuals should have the right to grow marijuana for personal use. 

The decision does not change the current law, but it does lay the groundwork for legal changes in the future. 

Andrea Arenas reports. 

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UN: Cyclone in Yemen worsens humanitarian situation

The United Nations estimates 40,000 people have been displaced after a
tropical cyclone made landfall in Yemen.


At least 3 people were killed and another 34 were injured when the
storm brought years' worth of rainfall in just hours.

Laura Cantekin reports from United Nations headquarters in New York.

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White House pressed over aviation security after Sinai plane crash


As the UK government expresses concerns Saturday's deadly plane crash in the Sinai Peninsula may have involved an explosive device - The US is being asked if it's airlines and citizens are at risk from potentially dangerous flight paths in the region.

All 224 passengers on board the jet were killed, although no official cause has yet been identified.

White House spokesperson Josh Earnest was asked Wednesday if US citizens travelling to Egypt should be worried...

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White House spokesperson Josh Earnest said the US is waiting for the outcome of the Egyptian investigation into the tragedy ..

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UNICEF calls for children's rights in Myanmar election

Ahead of Sunday's elections in Myanmar, the United Nations children's fund UNICEF is urging leaders in the country to commit to the future of young people.

The UN estimates over 60% of children live in poverty in Myanmar.

Nick Harper reports from the UN headquarters in New York.

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US Defense Chief to Visit Warship Patrolling S.China Sea

US Defense Secretary Ashton Carter and his Malaysian counterpart are planning to sail aboard a US warship that has been patrolling in disputed waters of the South China Sea.

The move underscores regional tensions over China's territorial claims there.

From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports...
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30 Asylum Seekers Moved From Greece

As part of the European Union's relocation program, 30 asylum seeks flew from Athens to Luxembourg today.

This is the first group of asylum seekers moved from and Greece and while the relocation program is underway, the EU is still very far from reaching its relocation goals.

Our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek has more.
 
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Obama to make another attempt to close Guantanamo Bay

Another attempt will be made to close the controversial American prison at Guantanamo Bay in Cuba.

The prison was built by President Bush to house suspected terrorists captured around the world following the 9/11 attacks.

As our US correspondent John Clarke reports, President Obama wants it closed before he leaves office, but he still faces opposition.

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UK gov: Russian airliner may have been downed by "explosive device"

The British government says the Russian airliner which crashed in the Sinai Peninsula may have been brought down by an "explosive device"...

All flights from the popular holiday resort of Sharm el-Sheikh to the UK have been delayed while security checks are undertaken...

Our UK correspondent Dan Whitehead...

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US agrees to arm Italy's drones

After a lengthy process, the US State department has given the green light for the sale of drone armaments to the Italian military.

Italy has been asking the US for weaponry for its 2 MQ-9 Reaper drones since 2012.

In Washington here's Kevin McAleese

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Mexico debates legalizing marijuana

Mexico could take a big step towards legalizing marijuana Wednesday.

The country's Supreme court is now debating whether sections of Mexico's health law aimed at prohibiting consumption and production of pot for non-commercial use are unconstitutional. 

Andrea Arenas reports. 

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Candidate Jeb Bush apologizes to France

Republican presidential candidate Jeb Bush is apologizing to France for insulting them about their short work weeks, according to Time magazine.

In Republican circles, being "French" has become a common insult.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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Houston reject “bathroom bill”

After a bitter contest lasting over a year voters in the US city of
Houston Texas have rejected a proposal designed to secure greater
rights for transgender and gay people.

While the bill received high-profile support, many feared the
so-called "bathroom bill" would allow sexual predators into women's
bathrooms.

Our US correspondent William Denselow reports

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Prime Minister of Romania Announces Resignation

Romania's Prime Minister announced his resignation, as thousands of Romanians continue to protest the government in the wake of a nightclub fire.

Demonstrators blame the accident on corruption and poor safety standards.

Our Europe correspondent Kevin Ozebek reports.

 
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New surveillance law to be unveiled in UK

A new proposed UK security law will force internet companies to store details of people's online activity for 12 months...

The government's draft Investigatory Powers Bill, being published on Wednesday, has been described by Prime Minister David Cameron as one of the most important pieces of legislation of this parliament.

Our UK correspondent Dan Whitehead reports...

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Environmental Group Finds Seafood Fraud in Brussels

A new study released by an ocean protection organization says one out three fish served in Brussels, is not what diners are paying for.

The results come after DNA testing was done on fish that was plated in European Union institutions, and around the city.  

Our Europe correspondent Kevin Ozebek reports from Brussels.

 
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Russian Foreign Minister Meets UN Syria Envoy in Moscow

Russia's foreign minister Sergei Lavrov is meeting with the UN envoy to Syria, Staffan de Mistura, in Moscow this Wednesday.

It comes after Mr. De Mistura has been in Damascus to brief the Syrian government on the recent Vienna talks, which included Russia, and came up with a 9 point communique to try to resolve the crisis.

Lorna Shaddick reports from Moscow.

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Eastern and central European NATO members meet in Bucharest to call for deployment on eastern flank

Nine eastern and central European NATO members are meeting in the Romanian capital, Bucharest to put pressure on the military alliance to bolster forces on their borders with Russia.

Many counties like Poland and the Baltic states are concerned about Russia's military actions since the Ukraine crisis and the annexation of Crimea.

Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports.

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VW discloses new emissions problems

Volkswagen has admitted it had understated CO2 emissions for about
eight thousand vehicles of its vehicles sold in Europe.

The embattled German carmaker could now face additional fines of about
two billion euros.

Our correspondent Ira Spitzer reports from Berlin.

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Passengers stranded in Bali as volcano continues to erupt

Thousands of tourists are stuck in Bali for at least another day after Indonesian officials shut Denpasar airport until Thursday morning due to the worsening volcanic ash situation.
Arthur Stevens reports from Melbourne

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Tuesday, November 3, 2015

Takata Faces Record US Fine over Exploding Airbags

US regulators have imposed the largest civil penalty ever imposed on the auto industry.

Japanese firm Takata faces a fine of up to $200 million for selling exploding airbags. 

From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports...
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