Friday, January 29, 2016

Republican candidates and Donald Trump hold rival events [CLIPS]

Republican Donald Trump has shunned a televised debate just days
before the first state voting to decide his party's candidate begins
in Iowa.

The decision came after Trump entered into a feud with the debate's TV
host, Fox News.

Fox though claim he would have done the debate if they contributed $5
million towards his charities- which they declined.

Trump instead held own event to raise money for veterans and admits he
took a chance not attending the debate.

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Meanwhile at the Republican debate taking place just a few miles away
in Iowa- Ted Cruz who is closing in on Trump in many polls- used his
absence to tease the frontrunner.

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At the Republican debate candidates Jeb Bush and Marco Rubio squared
off over the subject of immigration.

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David Cameron in Brussels to save EU renegotiation deal

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British Prime Minister David Cameron is to visit Brussels on Friday for a working lunch with European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker - as he seeks Juncker’s help in convincing other countries to agree to reforms of Britain’s relationship with the European Union.
Cameron is hoping he can get an agreement at the next European leaders’ meeting in mid February - in time to hold the referendum in June.
Elena Casas reports from Brussels.

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Affluenza Teen sent back to Texas faces charges

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American teenager Ethan Couch, known for using the so called “Affluenza” defense  after he killed four people in a car crash, is back in Texas following his deportation from Mexico.

Couch and his mother had fled the country to escape U.S. prosecutors after the eighteen year old allegedly violated his probation. 

From Houston, Haddie Djemal reports.

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Thursday, January 28, 2016

UN says intra-Syrian talks will go on as planned in Geneva

The UN has confirmed that talks aimed at finding a resolution to the
conflict in Syria, planned for Friday in Geneva, will go ahead. But
there's been no confirmation of which parties will attend the summit.

Laura Cantekin reports from UN headquarters in New York.

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Italy Would Lead Military Action Against Islamic State in Libya

The US Defense Secretary has indicated that any future military action against Islamic State militants in Libya would be led by Italy.

Ash Carter also said that the formation of a unity government in Libya would be helpful, enabling more effective international military support.

The White House is not making an explicit commitment, but officials have said military options are being seriously considered.

Defense Secretary Ash Carter is speaking with European allies about future plans...

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Defense Secretary Ash Carter is speaking with European allies about possible future military support to Libya.

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US: N Korea Preparing Possible Space Launch

US officials have said North Korea may be preparing for a possible space rocket launch.

Citing intelligence suggesting increased activity around a satellite launching station, officials added that a test could even take place within a couple of weeks.

Our US correspondent Lorna Shaddick reports.

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Syria talks set to get underway in Geneva

Talks aimed at launching a political resolution to the nearly five-year long Syrian crisis are supposed to get underway in Geneva.

Ahead of those negotiations, at least one opposition group meeting in Riyadh said their delegation would not be boarding flights for Geneva because their demands on ending air strikes and aid blockades have not been met.

In Washington, Obama spokesman Josh Earnest said the American demand that Bashar al-Assad end his role as President of Syria is unchanged.

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US confirms discussion strategies for Libya with allies

The White House is confirming, it is discussing with Western allies how they might take the fight against the Islamic State to Libya.

Libya's defence minister said earlier if a unified government cannot be formed, Western powers are prepared to fight the Islamic State inside the country, even as the Islamic State increases attacks.

With a political vacuum inside Libya since the end of the Qaddafi regime nearly five years ago, White House spokesman Josh Earnest confirmed the talks.

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US officials downplay likelihood of Zika outbreak

U.S. officials are downplaying the likelihood of a major outbreak of the Zika virus in the United States, based on their experience with tropical diseases such as dengue and chikungunya."

The World Health Organization is warning of the potential for 4 million cases, and perhaps even a global pandemic.

At the White House, spokesman Josh Earnest said they are worried.

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White House spokesman Josh Earnest confirmed, the American response is focused on women.

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Barbie Gets A Makeover

The 57 year old iconic Barbie doll is getting a makeover. 
Toymaker Mattel is adding three new body types, in response to sinking sales and decades of criticism. 
US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has more. 

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Trump Gambles on Debate No-Show

Republican Donald Trump is shunning a televised debate just days before the first state voting to decide his party's candidate begins in Iowa.

Trump has entered into a feud with the debate's TV host,  Fox News.

From Washington Daniel Ryntjes reports...

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Five arrested for aiding in California jail escape

Five people have been arrested on suspicion of aiding the escape of three inmates from a maximum security jail in Southern California last week.  Arash Ghadishah reports from Los Angeles.

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Over 30 Zika Virus cases confirmed in United States

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the United States has 31 confirmed cases of the Zika virus in 11 states and in Washington DC.

The statistics come as the World Health Organization announced it will convene an emergency meeting to try to find ways to stop the transmission of the virus.

In the US capital here's Kevin McAleese...

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Armed man arrested at Disneyland Paris

A man has been arrested with two firearms at the entrance to a hotel
at Disneyland Paris, according to French media.
Reports say he's not known to security services.
Our Europe correspondent Elena Casas has more.

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European Commission could investigate Google UK tax deal

The European Commission may soon investigate Google's 190 million dollars in tax settlements with Britain.

 

Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager says she is willing to investigate if a complaint is made.


Ally Ross reports from Brussels 


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5 maintain Oregon standoff

Five protestors remain at the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in Oregon, after seven others were arrested, including the Bundy brothers of Nevada.

Since November, a group has insisted that the refuge must be returned to the local people, even though the people of Harney County say they want no part in the dispute.

Our north america correspondent Priscilla Huff....

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Russia refuses asylum to North Korean refugee

A North Korean Citizen has been refused temporary asylum status by Russia's migration authorities, despite the man claiming that his deportation may result in imprisonment of death. Albina Kovalyova reports.

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European Commission could investigate Google UK tax deal

The European Commission may soon investigate Google's £130 million tax settlement with Britain.

Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager says she is willing to investigate if a complaint is made.

Ally Ross reports from Brussels 



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NZ BROKER CLEARED OVER LIBOR RIGGING IN LONDON

A broker from New Zealand has been cleared of helping to rig the key Libor lending rate between banks.

The London jury had cleared five other defendants on Wednesday.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt reports.

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UK promises to take in more unaccompanied child refugees

The British Government has said it will take in more unaccompanied child refugees, who are fleeing countries such as war-torn Syria.


However the government has received criticism from campaign groups, after being unable to specifiy the number of children it is willing to accept.


Our UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports…


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