Sunday, January 3, 2016

IS video claims to show British spies shot dead

A new video from so-called Islamic State has been released which the group claims shows the deaths of five British spies...

A masked militant addresses UK Prime Minister David Cameron, describing him as a "slave of the White House"...

A spokesperson for the UK Foreign Office says "We are aware of the video and are examining its content."

Our UK correspondent Dan Whitehead reports...
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Thursday, December 31, 2015

ISIS Sympathizer Plotting an Attack Arrested in Upstate New York


An man from Rochester New York is behind bars, accused of planning to carry out a New Year's Eve attack in the name of ISIS.
FBI agents say the man claimed to be in contact with someone in Syria.
Our US Correspondent reports from Washington.

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Mexican mayor charged over gang ties


The former mayor of a Mexican town has been charged with links to organised crime, as the investigation continues into the disappearance of 43 students from the area.

Cesar Penaloza Santana was the mayor of Cocula when the students went missing in 2014. 

Andrea Arenas reports. 

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Floods cause misery in America's Midwest

Millions of people in America's Midwest are facing a difficult New Year, with floods continuing to devastate towns and cities along the Mississippi River.
As our North American correspondent John Clarke reports, the floods are part of a rare weather pattern that's  broken  records across the United States.

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Extra Security Across the US as Americans Celebrate NYE


Securtity will be tight at high profile New Years Eve celebrations as Americans ring in 2016.
In the wake of the Paris terror attacks and San Bernardino shooting, police in the United States say they aren't taking any chances.
Our US Correspondent Kevin Ozebek has the latest from Washington.

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UK Flood Warnings Continue

Serious flood warnings remain in place in parts of the UK after Storm Frank hit on Wednesday.


It's thought that New Year's Eve will be largely dry though, but the aftermath of the storm will bring sub-zero temperatures.


Our UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports…


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EUROPE ON TERROR ALERT

European capitals are on high alert ahead of New Year's Eve celebrations, after Brussels cancelled its fire works display.

Belgian officials made the decision based on intelligence, and following arrests of two men suspected of plotting terror attacks in Brussels for New Year's Eve.

Olly Barratt reports from London, where security is raised.

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Ukraine and Russia in debt standoff

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A deadline for Ukraine to re-pay its $3billion eurobond debt to Russia expires on 31st December.  Kiev was meant to pay back the loan on 20th December and had a 10 day grace period. Earlier in December Kiev has put a moratorium on the debt, which mean it is likely to default on it. Julia Lyubova reports from Moscow.

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EXTRA ARMED POLICE DRAFTED IN FOR LONDON NYE

In London, extra armed police have been drafted in for New Year's Eve celebrations amid warnings terrorists could be planning attacks in Europe.

London's official fireworks display on the banks of the River Thames is completely sold out.

3000 police officers will be on duty in the British capital.

But superintendent Jo Edwards says it's a precautionary measure.

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EUROPEAN CAPITALS ON SECURITY ALERT

European capitals are on high alert ahead of New Year's Eve celebrations, after Brussels cancelled its fire works display.

Belgian officials made the decision based on intelligence, and following arrests of two men suspected of plotting terror attacks in Brussels for New Year's Eve.

In London, extra armed police are being put on duty as part of a 3000-strong policing force for festivities.

Superintendent Jo Edwards says there is no specific intelligence relating to an attack in the British capital.

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CONTROVERSY OVER UK HONOURS LIST

In the UK, Prime Minister David Cameron is under fire for the award of a knighthood to an Australian adviser who helped the Conservative Party win May's general election.

Opposition Labour say Lynton Crosby's recognition in the Queen's New Year's honours list is 'outrageous' and undermines the integrity of the system.

Elsewhere, actor Idris Elba has been awarded an OBE, as has two-time Tour de France winner Chris Froome.

UK correspondent Ros Unwin says plenty of others are also on the list.

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Russian government outlines details of extended Turkey sanctions

Russian government unveiled a detailed list of activities that Turkish-owned companies will be forced to cease to perform as of January 1, 2016. The move is a further buildup of sanctions introduced by Moscow against Ankara since November following the incident with a Russian war jet downed by Turkey over border with Syria. Daria Bondarchuk reports from the Russian capital.

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Wednesday, December 30, 2015

U.S. reportedly preparing fresh sanctions against Iran

The U.S. is preparing new sanctions against nearly a dozen companies in Iran, Hong Kong and the United Arab Emirates, for their alleged links to Iran's missile program- that's according to the Wall Street Journal.

The sanctions targeting companies and individuals for their alleged role, would be represent the first action since Tehran came to a nuclear deal with the international community in July.

Nina-Maria Potts reports:

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Bill Cosby charged with sexual assault

Comedian Bill Cosby was in a Pennsylvania courthouse Wednesday facing criminal charges for the first time.  He was charged with sexual assault relating to an incident from 2004.  Arash Ghadishah reports from Los Angeles.

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NY officials ramp up security for New Year's Eve Times Square celebrations

Manhattan's New Year's Eve celebrations at Times Square will be the safest place in the world, say New York City officials. 

The assurance comes as authorities amp up security measures around the city's biggest event, expected to draw a million revelers to ring in the new year.

Here's correspondent Liling Tan in New York.

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Chicago Mayor calls for police to carry tasers


Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel is expected to announce changes in tactics and training for the city's police force.  

The plan is expected to include teaching officers ways to de-escalate potential conflicts and standoffs. 

FSN's US correspondent Kevin McAleese reports....

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Bill Cosby charged with sexual assault

Pennsylvania authorities announced sexual assault charges on Wednesday against Bill Cosby, stemming from a woman's accusation that he drugged and abused her at his home in 2004.  Arash Ghadishah reports from Los Angeles. 

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Cosby charged with sexual assault in Pennsylvania

The entertainer Bill Cosby is facing criminal charges over an alleged sexual assault that took place in Pennsylvania in 2004.

He's been charged with aggravated indecent assault and is expected to appear in court later today.

Our US Correspondent Simon Marks reports.

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Iranian rockets fired near US aircraft carrier

There's tension between the US and Iran after the Iranian military fired rockets in a busy international waterway near an American aircraft carrier.
As our North American correspondent John Clarke reports, Washington has accused Tehran of breaking international law.

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Bill Cosby facing criminal charges

Prosecutors in the US state of Pennsylvania have filed criminal charges against comedian Bill Cosby for the alleged drugging and sexual assault of a woman in 2004.

Originally, prosecutors did not have enough evidence to press forward with the case- but that's now changed after dozens of women have come forward saying they were raped and abused by Cosby.

Bill Cosby is expected to be arraigned in court later today in Pennsylvania.

Montgomery County Assistant District Attorney Kevin Steele says the charges stem from a sexual assault that took place at Cosby's home. 

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