The only person charged in connection with a mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Florida goes on trial later [Thursday].
Noor Salman, the widow of gunman Omar Mateen, is charged with obstructing justice and aiding and abetting a terrorist organization in connection with the June 2016 attack.
49 people were killed in the massacre at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando.
Reporter Steve Mort says prosecutors may have a difficult task in convincing jurors.
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Reporter Steve Mort in Orlando says Noor Salman could face life in prison if convicted.
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B/A: On Wednesday President Trump said the massacre could have been prevented if 'one person' at the club had been armed.
An off-duty police officer working security at Pulse exchanged fire with Mateen during the rampage.
The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Wednesday, February 28, 2018
Trump Says Border Wall Will Be Built Only When Entire Project Approved
US President Donald Trump says he's putting plans to build parts of a border wall between California and Mexico on hold until the entire wall is approved.
And he's claiming a victory over a ruling on a environmental challenge to the wall brought by environmentalists and the state of California.
Rachel Silverman reports from San Francisco.
US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has details.
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Syria: No change despite UN ceasefire plan
The United Nations says "nothing has changed" in Syria's Eastern Ghouta suburb since the Security Council called for an immediate ceasefire five days ago.
The UN has been unable to deliver any aid to the 400,000 civilians trapped in the rebel-held area.
Nick Harper reports from the UN in New York.
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[ALT] The UN humanitarian chief Mark Lowcock said the ceasefire plan had had no effect for the civilians living in Eastern Ghouta.
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[ALT] The UN's head of political affairs Jeffery Feltman said conflict continued unabated.
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[ALT] The UN's head of political affairs Jeffery Feltman said peace was the only way to solve the Syrian crisis.
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Parkland high school students return to class
Students from the US school where 17 people were killed in a mass shooting earlier this month have returned to class.
Support services were made available at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland to help survivors recover from their ordeal.
Reporter Steve Mort in Florida says the first few days back will be shorter than normal.
IN: "Well the…
OUT: … class schedule"
DUR: 26 seconds
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ALT: Reporter Steve Mort says Florida state lawmakers in Florida are moving forward with a bill to arm school teachers.
IN: "Well the…
OUT: … the state"
DUR: 24 seconds
CLIP: http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0228School-Mort2.mp3
Support services were made available at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland to help survivors recover from their ordeal.
Reporter Steve Mort in Florida says the first few days back will be shorter than normal.
IN: "Well the…
OUT: … class schedule"
DUR: 26 seconds
CLIP: http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0228School-Mort1.mp3
ALT: Reporter Steve Mort says Florida state lawmakers in Florida are moving forward with a bill to arm school teachers.
IN: "Well the…
OUT: … the state"
DUR: 24 seconds
CLIP: http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0228School-Mort2.mp3
Manafort Pleads Not Guilty to Revised Charges
Donald Trump's former campaign manager Paul Manafort has pleaded not guilty to a set of revised charges related to the Russia investigation.
They were brought by Special Prosecutor Robert Mueller who made a plea deal with Manafort's former business partner.
From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports.
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Foreign officials claim they tried to manipulate Kushner
Officials in a number of foreign countries allegedly tried to manipulate President Trump's son-in-law and senior advisor, Jared Kushner.
The Washington Post says the foreigners claim to have discussed exploiting Kushner's business ties, financial troubles, and lack of foreign policy experience.
US correspondent Mary MacCarthy has more:
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US correspondent Mary MacCarthy has more:
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Prominent US gun store ends sales of assault rifles in wake of Florida shooting
One of America's largest sports retailers is to end sales of all assault-style rifles immediately.
Dick's Sporting Goods, also said that it would no longer sell high-capacity magazines and that it would not sell guns to anyone under 21 years of age.
US correspondent Kate Fisher reports.
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May says EU plans for Northern Ireland border threatens UK constitutional integrity
British Prime Minister Theresa May says the EU proposal for dealing with the Northern Ireland after Brexit border threatens the "constitutional integrity" of the UK.
Responding to MPs in parliament, Mrs May said no British Prime Minister could agree to such a scenario.
It comes after the EU's draft legal agreement to oversee the terms of Brexit suggested keeping a common regulatory area on the island to avoid a hard border between Ireland and Northern Ireland .
EU chief negotiator Michel Barnier said this was a "backstop" option and would he would be happy to look at alternatives.
Mrs May told parliament she would inform the President of the European Commission Jean-Claude Juncker of her position.
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Maplins and Toys R Us go bankrupt
One of the UK's biggest electronics retailers, Maplins, has gone into administration today.
This comes on a bad day for the British high street following news that Toys R Us, the UK's largest toy retailer has also gone into administration. From London, Marnie Gill reports.
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Ethiopia orders harsh measurers on “Spoilers of Peace”
Ethiopia has ordered Security forces to take all the necessary measures against protesters whom it calls spoilers of peace.
The command post in charge of operations during the current state of emergency says protesters who are engaging security forces will be dealt with.
Coletta Wanjohi reports from Addis Ababa:
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EU releases legal text on Brexit which is immediately criticized by UK
The European Union has released a legal text on the UK's withdrawal which is being immediately criticized by the British government.
Brussels proposes so called "common regulatory area" between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland which the UK says it couldn't agree to.
Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports.
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Extreme weather warning issued for Scotland as Beast from the East strikes UK
UK authorities have issued a red warning of extreme weather for Scotland as large parts of the UK suffer under the so-called "Beast from the East", a Siberian weather front, bringing large amounts and snow and freezing temperatures.
The red warning means a risk to life is likely with further heavy snow expected. Meanwhile there is widespread travel disruption with a number of flights cancelled. From London, Catherine Drew repor
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EU releasing legal document on Brexit
The European Union is publishing a first legal draft on Brexit outlining its vision on the UK's departure.
The document is expected to set out some redlines for the coming negotiations which will be difficult for the UK government to accept.
Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports.
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DUR: 38 secs
SNOW CAUSES FURTHER DISRUPTION IN UK
Serious disruption continues to be caused by heavy snowfall and freezing conditions in the UK.
Four people died in car crashes on Tuesday amid warnings about dangerous driving conditions.
Olly Barratt reports from a snow-covered London.
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Funeral of Bollywood superstar Sridevi to be held in Mumbai
The body of the actress Sridevi has arrived in Mumbai, where her funeral will take place.
One of India's most popular actresses, she died in Dubai over the weekend.
Our correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai
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DUR: 18 secs
Fed Chair's rosy outlook on U.S. economy spooks investors
The newly appointed Chair of the U.S. Federal Reserve has played down
recent market volatility and says the economy remains on solid ground.
In comments to the House Financial Services Committee Jerome Powell
says the U.S. labour market is robust and wages are rising.
But his comments also spooked Wall Street on Tuesday.
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recent market volatility and says the economy remains on solid ground.
In comments to the House Financial Services Committee Jerome Powell
says the U.S. labour market is robust and wages are rising.
But his comments also spooked Wall Street on Tuesday.
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U.S. top diplomat handling North Korea resigns
The top U.S. diplomat handling North Korea has announced he's stepping down.
The State Department says Joseph Yun decided to retire because of
personal reasons.
U.S. officials maintain that this decision won't impact their policy
regarding North Korea.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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The State Department says Joseph Yun decided to retire because of
personal reasons.
U.S. officials maintain that this decision won't impact their policy
regarding North Korea.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Tuesday, February 27, 2018
Kushner's Security Clearance Downgraded
President Trump's son in law and adviser Jared Kushner has had his security clearance downgraded.
He will no longer be receiving top secret briefings.
US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has details.
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Parkland students set to return to class
Students will return to a Florida high school later [Wednesday] for the first time since a mass shooting there killed 17 people.
It comes as lawmakers in the state consider school safety and gun control measures ahead of a March deadline - the House and Senate in Tallahassee could vote on legislation as early as Thursday.
Reporter Steve Mort in Florida says campaigners have descended on the Florida capital in recent days.
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OUT: … comprehensive bill"
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ALT: Reporter Steve Mort in Florida says pressure is growing for some kind of action to be taken to try to prevent future school shootings.
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OUT: … President Trump"
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ALT: Reporter Steve Mort in Florida says classes are set to resume this week at the high school in Parkland.
IN: "Now all…
OUT: … their injuries"
DUR: 15 seconds
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It comes as lawmakers in the state consider school safety and gun control measures ahead of a March deadline - the House and Senate in Tallahassee could vote on legislation as early as Thursday.
Reporter Steve Mort in Florida says campaigners have descended on the Florida capital in recent days.
IN: "Well Florida…
OUT: … comprehensive bill"
DUR: 20 seconds
CLIP: http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0227Guns-Mort1.mp3
ALT: Reporter Steve Mort in Florida says pressure is growing for some kind of action to be taken to try to prevent future school shootings.
IN: "Gun control…
OUT: … President Trump"
DUR: 18 seconds
CLIP: http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0227Guns-Mort2.mp3
ALT: Reporter Steve Mort in Florida says classes are set to resume this week at the high school in Parkland.
IN: "Now all…
OUT: … their injuries"
DUR: 15 seconds
CLIP: http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0227Guns-Mort3.mp3
US shale oil production expected to be number 1 in the world
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The US is on track become the number 1 producer of crude oil.
The International Energy Agency expects the US to pass Russia -- the
current top producer by the end of this year.
US correspondent Laura Cantekin reports.
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The US is on track become the number 1 producer of crude oil.
The International Energy Agency expects the US to pass Russia -- the
current top producer by the end of this year.
US correspondent Laura Cantekin reports.
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