Wednesday, August 16, 2017

George HW and George W Bush condemn antisemitism and racism

President's George HW and George W Bush have released a statement condemning anti-semitism and racial bigotry in the wake of the Charlottesville violence.

US President Donald Trump has come under heavy criticism for his comments blaming both sides for the violent clashes, in which one woman was killed and dozens more injured.

Harry Horton reports from Washington.

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"Make it happen" - calls to counter injustice at memorial service

The mother of Heather Heyer - the young woman killed when a car slammed into a group of counter-protestors in Charlottesville, Virginia - is urging Americans to speak up about injustice, just as her daughter would have.

In a rare critical statement from former presidents, the Bushes have said that America must always reject racial bigotry.

Politicians and analysts have noted that it appears President Trump is somehow trying to normalize or legitimize the grievances of the neo-nazis, neo-Confederates, and white supremacists.

Susan Bro, the mother of Heather Heyer, wants her daughter's legacy of standing up and participating peacefully but pointedly,  to live on.

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"Forgive each other" Father on daughter Heather Heyer

Heather Heyer is being remembered at a memorial service in Charlottesville, Virginia.

She died when a car slammed into a group of counter-protestors.

U.S. President Donald Trump has posted on social media, that she was a truly special young woman but he has not called Heather's parents.

His post comes as the criticism of how the American President has responded to the violence in Charlottesville continues to pile up, with former presidents' Bush issuing a joint statement saying all hatred must be rejected.

Teary-eyed Mark Heyer addressed his daughter's legacy during the service.

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Top Republican speaks out as KY rally planned

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is rebuking U.S. President Donald Trump following his controversial press conference.

The top Republican is also saying the planned "alt-right"- that is, groups who espouse white supremacy and neo-nazi thinking- rally in Lexington, Kentucky is not welcome.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff has an update:

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Trump praises Kim for delaying attack & US/Japan conduct joint air manoeuvres

U.S. President Donald Trump has praised the North Korean leader Kim Jong Un for delaying a decision on attacking the U.S. territory of Guam, which has eased an escalation in tension between the two countries.

Meanwhile Japanese jets have conducted air manoeuvres with U.S. bombers southwest of the Korean peninsula.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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Kenya's Opposition Leader Rail Odinga Goes to Court

Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga says he will challenge last Tuesday's election in court.

Mr Odinga claims he was cheated in favor of President Uhuru Kenyatta.

Our Correspondent Isabel Nakirya reports from Kampala.

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Walmart becomes latest business to condemn Trump

Tensions between Donald Trump and the business community continue as
the head of Walmart, the world's largest retailer, has publicly
criticized the President.

Six business leaders have so far quit his advisory councils in protest
to his remarks over the violence in Charlottesville.

Nick Harper reports from New York.

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NAFTA renegotiation talks kick off in Washington DC


Renegotiation talks between the US, Mexico and Canada on the NAFTA trade deal kick off on Wednesday in Washington DC.

The North American Free Trade Agreement has been in place since the 1990s but US President Donald Trump has labelled it a "disaster" and wants to renegotiate.

Our Washington correspondent Giles Gibson has the details:

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Pres. Trump faces continued criticism following press interaction

U.S. President Donald Trump is continuing to face criticism from his party and around the United States for his signaled support for white supremacists and others during a press conference.

His re-election team has announced a rally next week in Arizona, while local communities make plans to remove statues of Confederate era military leaders.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff has an update:

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UK's new flagship aircraft carrier docks at home port

The UK's new 3 billion pound ($3.87 billion) aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth has docked in its home port in the south of England.

Tens of thousands gathered to welcome the vessel.

Our correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports from London

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Former Russian Economy Minister faces bribery trial

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A hearing in the bribery trial of Russia's former Economic Development Minister is due at a court in Moscow.  Aleksey Ulyukaev is the highest-ranking government official to be arrested on corruption charges since the Stalin era. Julia Lyubova reports from Moscow.

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Sierra Leon Appeals for Help.

Sierra Leon has issued an urgent plea for help, a day after flash floods ravaged parts of it's capital.

Over 400 people are reported dead and the death toll is set to rise.

Isabel Nakirya reports.

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RyanAir lodges anti-trust complaint over Air Berlin insolvency proceedings

Irish low cost airline RyanAir said it has lodged a complaint with German and European anti-trust authorities over insolvency proceedings involving German carrier Air Berlin.

Germany's largest airline Lufthansa is in talks to take over parts of Air Berlin's business after its main shareholder withdrew is support.

Ira Spitzer has more from Berlin.

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UK Government calls for seamless travel between Ireland and Northern Ireland post Brexit

The British government says it wants to continued free travel and movement of goods between the U.K. And Ireland when it leaves the European Union.

In a position paper ahead of negotiations, the government does not want any physical infrastructure at the border, it's only land border with the EU.  From London Catherine Drew reports.

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Indian and Chinese troops clash in Ladakh

Indian and Chinese soldiers were involved in a minor altercation in the Ladakh area of India. No arms were fired but Indian officials say that stones were pelted between the two sides.

Both sides often accuse the other of border incursions but this is the first time in years that violence as been reported between Indian and Chinese troops at the border. 

Both nations have been engaged in a two month long border stand-off in the Doklam plateau.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.

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Tuesday, August 15, 2017

Pres. Trump stuns many with statements on Charlottesville

Many are trying to digest the 23-minute impromput press conference by U.S. President Donald Trump, during which he said the protestors on the far conservative right were the same as the counter-protestors from the far left.

The origins of the protest was the decision by the city of Charlottesville to remove the statue of General Robert E. Lee, who led the Confederate Army during the Civil War.

Others noted there were quiet counter protests led by mainline protestant pastors, standing arm-in-arm with civil rights campaigners such as Cornel West.

President Trump focused on the violence.

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Cities around the U.S. have decided to remove statues with ties to the Civil War, some to private land, some entirely.

In an increasingly tense exchange with the press, President Trump is now suggesting that this means all statues of political leaders, including founding fathers George Washington and Thomas Jefferson, might be removed.

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Unwilling to call the intentional ramming of counter-protestors domestic terrorism, President Trump was willing to denounce the driver of the car, James Alex Fields. 

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Trump fails to confirm confidence in chief strategist Bannon

The fate of President Donald Trump's chief strategist Steve Bannon looks unclear after the president failed to confirm he had confidence in him.

Trump was asked about calls for Bannon's dismissal during a press conference in New York on Tuesday.

Our US correspondent Kate Fisher reports.

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As speculation ramps up that U.S. President Donald Trump is set to fire Steve Bannon, one of the architects of his original political victory, the American president has changed his tune on his senior adviser.

It's a change in wording and language that has also happened before other Trump staffers have lost their position.

Instead of calling him by the familiar Steve, President Trump is now denying his role in helping him win the White House.

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Trump says 'blame on both sides' for Charlottesville violence

Donald Trump says there is "blame on both sides" following deadly clashes between white supremacist groups and protesters in Charlottesville at the weekend.

One women died and dozens were injured when a car ploughed into a group of anti-fascist demonstraters.

In a remarkable press conference, President Trump said there were "very fine people" on both sides of the protests.

Harry Horton reports from Washington.

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More CEOs reject Pres. Trump

The CEO of Wal-Mart is now openly criticizing U.S. President Donald Trump, saying he missed an opportunity to bring the country together following the weekend violence in Charlottesville, Virginia.

The CEO's of Intel, Under Armour and Merck have already resigned from the president's council on manufacturing, as well as the head of the National Association of Manufacturing.

President Trump is blaming the CEOs for not doing what he asked.

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President Trump implied that the CEOs are just being political instead of doing what's best for the US economy.

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U.S. President Donald Trump wanted to promote his efforts to increase infrastructure construction.

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US still looking for North Korea steps toward de-nuclearization

The U.S. State Departmart says North Korea knows exactly what needs to happen to get the U.S. back to the negotiating table.

North Korean state media made it clear that after announcing plans to test launch four missiles in the direction of the American territory of Guam, leader Kim Jong Un has put those plans on hold.

Despite the moves seen as de-escalating the crisis, U.S. State Department Spokesperson Heather Nauert refused to discuss the specifics of steps towards de-nuclearization.

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U.S. State Department Spokesperson Heather Nauert repeated the desire for talks once the steps are taken.

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While analysts believe Kim Jong Un's goal is direct talks with the U.S. government, U.S. State Department Spokesperson Heather Nauert said the entire international community is involved.

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