A second group of refugees that were accepted for resettlement in the United States has departed Australia's offshore detention centres.
Fifty eight refugees are flying from Port Moresby in Papua New Guinea to New York, joining 54 who have already arrived in the US from Manus Island and Nauru.
Arthur Stevens has more
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Tuesday, January 23, 2018
U.S. government shutdown comes to an end [CLIPS]
The United States government shutdown has come to an end after three days.
President Trump signed a bill that temporarily extends funding for the
government until February 8th.
Off the back of several days of negotiations the U.S. Senate passed
the measure after Republicans promised to debate the topic of
immigration.
After the Senate passed the bill it was then sent to the House before
it could hit the President's desk.
In: "On this vote…"
Out: "… on the table"
Dur: 11 secs
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The shutdown meant that hundreds of thousands of federal employees
were placed on leave without pay. House Speaker Paul Ryan says the
three-day shutdown wasn't acceptable.
In: "However brief…"
Out: "… faith yes"
Dur: 13 secs
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Democrat and House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi pointed the finger at
the Republicans for the shutdown.
In: "This past week…"
Out: "… controlled government"
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Immigration was a major sticking point during negotiations and
Democrats finally accepted the Republican proposal that ensures the
issue of immigration is debated in the coming weeks. White House Press
Secretary Sarah Sanders says this was President Donald Trump's plan
from the beginning.
In: "We are pleased…"
Out: "… a separate issue"
Dur: 11 secs
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President Trump signed a bill that temporarily extends funding for the
government until February 8th.
Off the back of several days of negotiations the U.S. Senate passed
the measure after Republicans promised to debate the topic of
immigration.
After the Senate passed the bill it was then sent to the House before
it could hit the President's desk.
In: "On this vote…"
Out: "… on the table"
Dur: 11 secs
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The shutdown meant that hundreds of thousands of federal employees
were placed on leave without pay. House Speaker Paul Ryan says the
three-day shutdown wasn't acceptable.
In: "However brief…"
Out: "… faith yes"
Dur: 13 secs
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Democrat and House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi pointed the finger at
the Republicans for the shutdown.
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Out: "… controlled government"
Dur: 6 secs
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Immigration was a major sticking point during negotiations and
Democrats finally accepted the Republican proposal that ensures the
issue of immigration is debated in the coming weeks. White House Press
Secretary Sarah Sanders says this was President Donald Trump's plan
from the beginning.
In: "We are pleased…"
Out: "… a separate issue"
Dur: 11 secs
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Monday, January 22, 2018
French UN ambassador calls on Turkey for restraint over Syria, presses for immediate aid access
Two days after Turkey's military pushed into northern Syria in an offensive against the Syrian Kurdish militia, the United Nations Security Council met behind closed doors Monday to discuss the latest developments.
France had called earlier for an emergency session over concerns that Turkey's latest move could further escalate tensions.
Speaking to journalists afterwards, the French ambassador Francois Delattre said he had underscored France's position to the 15-member body.
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OUT: …fight against terrorism."
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Much of the French ambassador's focus during the closed door session was also on the humanitarian situation in Syria, especially in eastern Ghouta and Idlib.
IN: "Not one humanitarian
OUT:… confronted with."
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Francois Delattre called for immediate and unhindered humanitarian access, and for efforts to stabilize conditions and pave the way for a political peace process in Syria.
Repatriation of Rohingya delayed
The planned repatriation of hundreds of thousands of Rohingya refugees
-- set to begin this week --- has been delayed.
The Muslim minority fled their country beginning in August, after an
uptick in violence erupted between insurgents and Buddhist national
security forces,
Our UN correspondent Laura Cantekin reports
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-- set to begin this week --- has been delayed.
The Muslim minority fled their country beginning in August, after an
uptick in violence erupted between insurgents and Buddhist national
security forces,
Our UN correspondent Laura Cantekin reports
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US urges Turkey to limit Syria campaign
The U.S. is urging Turkey to limit its operations around Afrin.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan vowed that Afrin would be sorted out, and they will not step back.
Turkish forces are trying to oust Syrians with strong ties to the Kurds from the area, as concerns remain about the Kurds goals of an independent Kurdish state.
White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders echoed U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson in urging a limited operation, especially in light of the large numbers of civilians.
IN: "We urge...
OUT: ...civil war."
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Facebook can’t guarantee it’s “good for democracy”
Facebook says it cannot guarantee that it's good for democracy.
It's after accusations that the social media site was used to spread
false information to voters.
Facebook says it's trying to do whatever it can to stop alleged
meddling in elections by Russia or any other countries.
US correspondent, Frances Read, reports.
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OUT: SOC
DUR: 37"
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It's after accusations that the social media site was used to spread
false information to voters.
Facebook says it's trying to do whatever it can to stop alleged
meddling in elections by Russia or any other countries.
US correspondent, Frances Read, reports.
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Resignations from Top Leadership at USA Gymnastics' Board of Directors
The top leadership of USA Gymnastics' board of directors has resigned.
The announcement of their resignations follows intense public criticism of USA Gymnastics and its management of the sexual abuse scandal involving team doctor Larry Nassar.
US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has details.
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OUT: SOC
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US orders extra cargo screening on Middle East airlines
The US administration has ordered cargo flights operated by five Middle Eastern countries to carry out extra screening measures.
America authorities warn there is a threat of terrorism from Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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OUT: SOC
DUR: 39 seconds
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America authorities warn there is a threat of terrorism from Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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Senate Reaches Deal to End Shutdown
The US Senate is voting to end the government shutdown after reaching a compromise deal on the issue of immigration.
Democrats have withheld their approval for the latest short-term budget resolution over concern for so-called 'dreamers'.
Republicans have made a compromise - to allow Democrats to help craft immigration reform that would include protections for children who grew up without legal status.
Democrat Senator Dick Durbin is reassuring them.
IN: To all the dreamers...
OUT: ...our future.
DUR: 21"
Senate Democratic Leader Charles Schumer says Republicans have made it hard to negotiate...
IN: The Republican leaders...
OUT: ...this shutdown
DUR: 20"
India Leads on Surging Global Growth Forecasts
India is becoming the fastest growing major economy according to a new report by the International Monetary Fund.
Along with an overall pickup in global growth, the IMF says the United States will be boosted by recent Trump tax cuts.
From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports...
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OUT: SOC
DUR: 34"
Rex Tillerson hails 'treasured' US relationship with UK on visit to London
The US Secretary of State has visited the new American embassy in London, just days after Donald Trump cancelled a trip to Britain citing anger over the building.
Rex Tillerson met with British Prime Minister Theresa May and with Boris Johnson, the foreign secretary, to discuss security and the Iran nuclear deal.
He denied reports that the traditionally strong US-UK alliance was under strain.
IN: We measure this...
OUT: …be here again
DUR: 10 seconds
US to move embassy to Jerusalem earlier than expected
The US embassy in Israel will move from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem before the end of 2019 - earlier than expected.
The decision last year by President Trump to move the embassy caused outrage across the middle east.
Our US Correspondent Harry Horton reports.
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OUT: SOC
DUR: 0"34
US federal government implements shutdown procedures
U.S. federal workers are learning whether they are essential and remaining on the job or furloughed as Congressional lawmakers debate a continuing resolution to fund the governent.
(The U.S. Senate has a vote scheduled for noon eastern / 1700 GMT)
U.S. President Donald Trump has tweeted again that the shutdown is the Democrats' fault.
Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:
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OUT: SOC
DUR: 43
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Income inequality in India widens
In 2017, the richest 1% in India cornered 73% of the wealth generated in the country.
Compare this to 670 million citizens in India whose wealth rose only by 1%, as per an Oxfam report.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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UK Independence Party chief under mounting pressure to quit
The head of the UK Independence Party is facing growing pressure to resign after several senior figures in the pro-Brexit party stepped down over his refusal to quit.
Henry Bolton lost a vote of no confidence after it emerged his now ex-girlfriend sent racist messages about Prince Harry's finance Meghan Markle.
Ukip's immigration spokesman John Bickley is one of the latest party officials to resign and called on Bolton to do the same ahead of an emergency party meeting next month.
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OUT: ...four weeks time
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Catalan Politician Travels Despite Threat of Arrest
Despite serious threats of arrest, Catalan ex-president Carles Puigdemont, is traveling to Denmark Monday morning to participate in a panel being held at the University of Copenhagen.
The Spanish prosecutor confirmed on Sunday that he is seeking a European arrest warrant for Puigdemont.
Our Europe correspondent Kevin Ozebek reports.
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OUT: STND OUT
DUR: 40 seconds
British Army chief calls for more defense investment to keep up with Russia
The head of the British army is warning that the UK would struggle to match Russian capability on the battlefield.
General Sir Nick Carter is calling for the government to invest in defence or risk further eroding the country's ability to combat external threats.
Defence spokeswoman for the opposition Labour party Nia Griffith says General Carter was right to speak out.
IN: This government has…
OUT: …any further cuts
DUR: 14 seconds
Palestinian president Abbas in Brussels
The leader of the Palestinian Authorities Mahmud Abbas is in Brussels to try to persuade the European Union to officials recognize Palestine as a state.
He will attend a meeting of EU foreign ministers with tensions in the middle east growing since the US announced it will move its embassy in Israel to Jerusalem.
Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports.
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OUT: SOC
DUR: 35 secs
Uganda Cabinet Votes for Referendum to Extend Term of President.
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Uganda's cabinet has approved a resolution to hold a referendum to extend the presidential term of office from 5 to 7 years.
This follows a recommendation by parliament, that the public have a final say on it.
Isabel Nakirya reports.
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Home and Away actor Jessica Falkholt laid to rest
Less than two weeks after her parents and sister were laid to rest and a month of "unimaginable trauma", mourners returned to the same Sydney church to farewell Australian actor Jessica Falkholt.
White doves were released for the 29-year-old following the private funeral for the Home and Away actor in front of hundreds of friends and relatives.
Arthur Stevens has more
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White doves were released for the 29-year-old following the private funeral for the Home and Away actor in front of hundreds of friends and relatives.
Arthur Stevens has more
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