Wednesday, March 8, 2017

UN Criticises Trump Immigration Policies

The UN human rights chief has criticised Donald Trump's immigration policies, saying they could be against international law.

Zeid Ra'ad Al Hussein said the latest moves by the US President could lead to collective expulsions of migrants.

Here's our correspondent at UN Headquarters in New York, Lorna Shaddick.

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Islamic State leader on the run - US, Iraqi sources

Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi the self-declared leader of the Islamic State caliphate is on the run, U.S. and Iraqi sources told Reuters.

Currently the focus is on the battle to retake Mosul, where al-Baghdadi has been residing for months.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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UK BUDGET OUTLINED AHEAD OF BREXIT TALKS

Britain's finance minister has warned the country must continue to prepare for its future outside the European Union as he laid out the national budget.

Treasury chief Philip Hammond said government borrowing will be lower in coming years than forecast, while growth is expected to rise this year, however he warned of challenges ahead.  

From London, Catherine Drew reports.

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Tech giants respond to Wikileaks' data dump on CIA hacking tactics

American tech giant, Apple, has responded to Wikileaks' revelations over the CIA's hacking tactics, by saying it is constantly upgrading its security software.

Wikileaks dumped thousands of documents on Tuesday, that appear to show the CIA uses smartphones and TV sets to spy on people.

The revelations come as the Trump administration comes under mounting scrutiny over its alleged ties to Russia.

Nina-Maria Potts reports:

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Corbyn rejects Conservative claims that budget is creating fair a economy

Britain's leader of the opposition, Labour's Jeremy Corbyn has accused the government of the "utter complacency" about the economic challenges facing millions of people in the country. 

Mr Corbyn's comments followed the national budget laid out by Finance Minister Phillip Hammond who noted that the economic growth forecast for this year had risen but insisted there was no room for complacency as the UK prepares for life outside the European Union. 

Mr Corbyn angrily rejected the claims from the Conservative government that they are creating an economy that works for everyone.

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An angry Mr Corbyn said some people would benefit from the Conservative's budget proposals.

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"No room for complacency" warns Philip Hammond

Britain's finance minister has warned the country must continue to prepare for it's future outside the European Union as he laid out the national budget. 

Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond  noted that the UK's economic growth forecast has been raised for this year from 1.4 per cent to 2 per cent.   However economic growth forecasts have been revised downwards for 2018 to 2020, when Brexit talks for the UK to leave the European Union are expected to be underway. 

Despite forecasts for higher growth and lower borrowing, the minister, affectionately called "Spreadsheet Phil" by colleagues warned that the UK's deficit was still high and productivity low. 

And he said the government must remain vigilant about the economic challenges ahead.


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Philip Hammond warned Britain must be well prepared to succeed in a world outside the European Union. 


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China propose compromise over North Korean missile tests

China has urged North Korea to halt its missile and nuclear tests
while also suggesting that the US and South Korea suspend joint
military drills.

Pyongyang launched four missiles on Monday prompting the US to start
deploying its controversial missile defense system.

US correspondent William Denselow reports.

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UK backpacker released from hospital after rape ordeal


A British backpacker, who was held captive and raped in Australia has been discharged from hospital, after her ordeal ended on Sunday.


Police in Queensland say the 22 year old woman from Liverpool is now in the care of friends and family.


Our UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports…


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UK Faces Potential Two Billion-Dollar Fine for Alleged Chinese Import Fraud

The UK faces a potential two-billion-dollar fine over allegations it turned a blind eye on a fraud network flooding European markets with cheap Chinese goods.

EU investigators estimate the move deprived the EU of nearly 2 billion dollars in lost duty revenues.

Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports. 

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Ukraine urges to continue sanctions against Russia

Ukraine's Foreign Minister urged US Senate to keep sanctions against Russia introduced over the annexation of Crimea and Moscow's involvement in the conflict in eastern Ukraine. Kiev has taken Moscow over its military aggression to the International Court of Justice in the Hague. But Russia claims the court has no jurisdiction in Ukraine case. Our correspondent Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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Francois Fillon hit with fresh corruption allegations

Embattled French presidential candidate Francois Fillon has been hit by yet another allegation of wrongdoing - this time, that he failed to declare a 50,000 euro loan from someone he subsequently helped to get an honour - sparking allegations of influence trafficking.

Fillon is refusing to pull out of the race despite prosecutors getting ready to charge him over a separate case next week. 

Our Europe correspondent Elena Casas reports. 


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'UPBEAT' BUDGET FOR UK AMID BREXIT

The UK's Finance Minister Philip Hammond is due to set out an 'upbeat' assessment of the British economy as it heads for Brexit, in his first budget speech.

The Chancellor will tell the House of Commons later (1230GMT) his budget will prepare the UK for a 'new chapter'.

He's expected to announce more funding for social care and schools.

But despite stronger than expected public finances, Mr Hammond is expected to be cautious with spending so the UK can weather economic storms as it leaves the EU.

Holly Harris reports.

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Hawaii moves to block Pres. Trump's new immigration order


The state of Hawaii is attempting block the new version of President Trump's Executive Order on immigration.

In a court filing on Tuesday, the state said it will seek a temporary restraining order suspending the directive that prevents people from six Muslim-majority countries entering the U.S.  

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Study: LA Likely Headed For Catastrophic Earthquake

A new study says Los Angeles, California could be heading for a
catastrophic earthquake. The US Geological survey reports earthquakes
should happen in the San Andreas fault region every 100 years, but the
last one was 160 years ago. With pressure building along the fault 30
miles from downtown LA, the study predicts an earthquake there would
heavily shake America's second largest city.

Patrice Howard reports from Los Angeles.

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Top generals from US, Russia, Turkey meet in Ankara over Syria

Military chiefs from Russia, Turkey and the United States met Tuesday in Ankara to discuss closer coordination on Syria, amid simmering US-Turkey tensions.


The meeting came as US-backed Syrian forces are reportedly closing in on the Islamic State group's stronghold of Raqqa.


Our UN correspondent Liling Tan has the details. 


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Tuesday, March 7, 2017

House Intelligence Committee to hold first public hearing on alleged Russian meddling in US election

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The U.S. House Intelligence Committee is to hold its first public hearing on the investigation into alleged Russian interference in the 2016 election.

FBI Director James Comey, National Security Agency Director Mike Rogers, former CIA Director John Brennan and former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper will all be invited.

The committee's chairman, Republican Devin Nunes told reporters it will take place on March 20. He said there's no evidence at this point that Trump or his associates were targeted by the FBI or intelligence agencies.

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US Sec. of State Tillerson to Asia

North Korea's continued testing of missiles and nuclear weapons capabilities will top the agenda for U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's first trip to Asia.

China has vowed to defend it's security interests as South Korea begins to install an THAAD surface-to-air missile system provided by the American military.

U.S. State Department deputy spokesman Mark Toner repeated that the THAAD system is not directed at China, its for defending South Korea.

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President Trump urges support for healthcare bill despite opposition from both parties

A major battle is shaping up in the United States over healthcare reform.

President Trump has endorsed a House Republican plan to replace President Obama's system. If passed, it would no longer be compulsory to have medical insurance, but there would be a system of tax credits to persuade people to enroll.

Democrats have already come out against the plan, but many conservative Republicans also oppose it, saying it doesn't go far enough in removing the government from healthcare.

Mr Trump is urging passage of the bill, saying a major reason he was elected was to repeal and replace Obamacare.

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Conservatives lash out at GOP plan to repeal and replace Obamacare

Reaction to a Republican party plan to repeal and replace Obamacare, has been mixed- even among Conservatives.

The White House insists the plan to replace former President Obama's signature legislation, tackles the key issues.

The Republicans' bill repeals most of the taxes and subsidies under Obamacare, and offers tax credits based on age instead.

It also sends insurance regulation back to state level, and freezes Medicaid expansion.

White House spokesperson Sean Spicer defended the administration's approach to getting the bill passed.

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WH still refuses to comment on Trump's wiretapping allegations

The White House says it's still not ready to comment further on President Trump's weekend claims that Barack Obama had his phones tapped last year.

White House spokesperson Sean Spicer, said it was for Congress to investigate, and that the president has not asked the FBI director to get involved.

Asked if there was any evidence to support President Donald Trump's claims, Sean Spicer had this to say:

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