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The McDonalds turn around plan seems to be working.

The company's fourth quarter earnings were up 16%, with extra growth in Asia.

Nick Harper reports from New York.

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Chinese suspect in Los Angeles double murder wants to return to US

President Obama laments meanness of American politics

American President Barack Obama has been drawn into the bitter US Presidential race, describing the Republican Party as unrecognizable compared to the past.

Mr Obama says politics in America has become increasingly mean, but with the critical Iowa Caucus is just days away, both main parties face challenges by anti-establishment candidates.

Our North American correspondent John Clarke reports.

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Postponed Syria peace talks will seek ceasefire

Putin says Russia will not interfere in Syrian politics

Russia's President Vladimir Putin said that his country would not interfere with Syria's government, despite a recent report that claims he had asked the Syrian president, Bashar al-Assad to step down. Albina Kovalyova reports.

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British explorer dies 30 miles from Antarctica finish line

A British explorer has died while attempting to cross Antarctica solo...

55-year-old Henry Wolsley was 30 miles short of his record-breaking goal when he died from exhaustion and dehydration.

Prince William and David Beckham are among those who have paid tribute - as our UK correspondent Dan Whitehead reports...

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Britain could be highly susceptible to epidemics

MPs in Britain are warning that the country is highly susceptible to epidemics such as Ebola because of a lack of capacity to produce vaccines.

The report produced by The Science and Technology Committee praises efforts volunteers have made to tackle the Ebola epidemic in West Africa, but said the Government's response to it was undermined by a systematic delay.

Our UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports

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US government closed following blizzard

The US government remains closed following the blizzard which dumped around two feet / 60 centimeters of snow on the American capital city

Local officials continue to urge people to stay home in part because they've got to figure out where to put the snow

Our U-S correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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Iranian president Hassan Rouhani visits Europe to rebuild trade ties

Iranian president, Hassan Rouhani is in Rome as he embarks on a his first visits to Europe since the lifting of international sanctions against the country.

Iran's economy is set to start reopening in the wake of the agreement six months ago on curbing its nuclear enrichment programme.

Our Europe correspodent Jack Parrock reports.

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German Finance Minister wants to strengthen Russia ties

Germany's finance minister said closer European ties to Russia could help stabilize the Middle East.

Moscow has been a major supporter of the Syrian government in its long-running civil war.

Our correspondent Ira Spitzer reports from Berlin.

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European interior ministers discuss border security

I.S. VIDEO SHOWS ATTACKERS BEFORE PARIS

The Islamic State has posted a video online claiming to show nine of the suspected Paris attackers before the 13th November assault on the French capital.

It shows beheadings of prisoners by some of the men, and training being carried out in the Middle East.

The film also contains threats to the UK, and images of British lawmakers voting for air strikes on targets in Syria.

UK reporter Charlotte Wright says it is a long film.

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US's Kerry hopes for "clarity" on Syria talks within 48hrs

US Secretary of Sstate John Kerry expressed hope the date of the beginning of Syria peace talks will become clear in the next couple of days. The talks between the Syrian opposition and Damascus were scheduled to start on Monday, January 25 in Swiss Geneva. Preparations were marred by disputes between the sides on the list of participants and the format of future elections in Syria. Daria Bondarchuk reports from the Russian capital.

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Sunday, January 24, 2016

Washington starts to dig out from massive blizzard

The official total of snow for the city of Washington was 18 inches or 46 centimeters - but the surrounding areas reported totals of more than two feet - well over 60 centimeters of snow

The historic blizzard has essentially shut down the American capital city - with many wondering where are they going to put all this snow?

Our U-S correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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New York lifts travel ban after winter storm

Russia and the U.S. close to compromise over Syria

Russia and the Unite States edged closer to a compromise that may help
reach a peace deal in war-torn Syria, according to Western and United
Nations diplomats.

Russia and the U.S. have supported conflicting sides in the conflict,
with Russia backing Syria's president Bashar Al-Assad and U.S.
standing firmly behind some of the Syrian opposition.

Albina Kovalyova reports.

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UK plans to improve Ultra Low Emission Vehicle use

The British Government is expected to announce on Monday new funding for 8 cities to introduce rewards for Ultra Low Emission Vehicles, known ULEVs.

The UK is currently the second-largest European market for electric and hybrid vehicles and it is hoped that new schemes will help the country further establish itself as a leading market for low emission car and vans.

Our UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports…

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