Friday, March 9, 2018

US-North Korea meeting tempered by caution

The announcement the leaders of the United States and North Korea are due to meet has been met with cautious optimism. 

The historic talks would be the first of their kind between the leaders of the two countries. 

However there are concerns about what concessions North Korea may seek in return for ending its nuclear program. 

US correspondent Nick Harper in New York says the details still need to be worked out.

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[ALT] US correspondent Nick Harper in New York says there are warnings the US isn't ready for this level of diplomacy. 

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Russia to Help Ethiopia Create Nuclear Science Centre

Russia promises to help Ethiopia develop its own scientific and research capabilities. 

 

This is part of the discussions that Russia's Foreign Affairs minister Sergey Lavrov is having with Ethiopian government officials during his trip to the country.


Coletta Wanjohi reports from Addis Ababa:


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India makes passive euthanasia legal

India's Supreme Court has ruled to recognise passive euthanasia in exceptional circumstances.

The court has said that the Indian constitution allows every citizen of the country the right to life and this is inclusive of the right to die with dignity.

Passive euthanasia is the withdrawal of medical treatment, with the deliberate intention to hasten the death of a terminally-ill patient.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.

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Indian Navy: No threat from China in the Indian Ocean

The Indian Navy is hosting 16 nations for an eight day naval exercise.

The war games are held every other year and have been in place since 1995. This time around India has admitted that China's activities in the Indo-Pacific region were discussed when the navy chiefs of participating nations met.

As per the Indian Navy's estimates, China has about 8 ships deployed at any given time in the Indian Ocean region.

India's Navy Chief Sunil Lanba also used this opportunity to reassure participating nations that New Delhi doesn't perceive any kind of maritime threat from China.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.

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21 TREATED AFTER UK NERVE AGENT ATTACK

21 people have now been treated by medical staff in the UK after a former Russian spy and his daughter were attacked with a nerve agent.

Sergei and Yulia Skripal remain in a critical condition in hospital, and a police officer who was first on the scene is still in a serious condition.

Mr Skripal's home in Wiltshire is a major crime scene.

The UK has promised a 'robust' response once it is determined who was responsible for what police say was a targeted attack.

Baroness Neville-Jones, former chairman of the UK's Joint Intelligence Committee, says if Russian involvement is proven, Britain needs to hit back.

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India plays down China's presence in the Indian Ocean

The Indian Navy is hosting 16 nations for an eight day naval exercise. 

The war games are held every other year and have been in place since 1995. This time around India has admitted that China's activities in the Indo-Pacific region will be top of the agenda.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.

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Trump to meet with Kim Jong Un by May

President Trump will meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un by May.

In a letter delivered by South Korean diplomats, Kim invited Trump to talk, and promised to freeze nuclear and ballistic missile testing while negotiations are underway.

South Korean officials - speaking at the White House - said the North Korean leader was committed to denuclearization.

Reporter Steve Mort in Washington says the development marks a significant change in position by the US administration.

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US lawmakers launch investigation into sexual abuse in USA sports

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US lawmakers have launched an investigation into sexual abuse in
organized sports.

This comes as the latest in the continuing fallout over a USA
gymnastics doctor convicted of sexually abusing girls in his care.

US Correspondent Laura Cantekin reports.

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Thursday, March 8, 2018

Trump orders tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to U.S.


Donald Trump has ordered tough new tariffs on imports of steel and aluminum to the United States.

After a week of speculation, the US President signed the two proclamations in the White house on Thursday surrounded by representatives from the two industries.

Andrea Arenas reports from Washington.


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Cardinal George Pell back in a Melbourne Court

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Cardinal George Pell is expected back in court to wrap up week one of his month-long hearing to decide if he stands trial on historical sex offence charges.
Arthur Stevens has more

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Criticism over McDonald's use of "International Women's Day"

McDonald's has been criticized for flipping its logo upside down for
International Women's Day.

The fast food chain said it's to "celebrate women everywhere," adding
the majority of its restaurant managers are women.

Critics have said it's a gimmick, and that the company should focus on
pay and putting more women in higher management positions.

But US correspondent, Frances Read, says marketing around Women's Day
is working for companies.

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UN chief highlights work of rural women

On International Women's Day the United Nations has held events to
celebrate and highlight the work of women in rural communities.

These women are often the backbone of economies outside urban centers
around the world.

But they are still not treated equally, with many facing
discrimination, prejudice and even sexual violence.

The UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said that must change.

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The UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said everyone needs to work together.

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US pushes UN arms embargo on South Sudan

The United States is urging the United Nations to impose an arms
embargo on South Sudan, following more than four years of civil war.

The US wants the UN Security Council to vote on the proposal next week.

But it is likely to face stiff opposition - as Nick Harper reports
from the UN in New York.

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South Korean officials to discuss North Korea with Trump officials

Two envoys from South Korea are meeting with U.S. President Donald
Trump's National Security Advisor to discuss a recent meeting held
with the leader of North Korea.

The envoys are expected to brief H.R. McMaster on Kim Jong Un's
position on future talks and Pyongyang's nuclear program.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.


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President Trump poised to implement strict tariffs

US President Donald Trump is expected to sign a plan on Thursday to introduce strict tariffs on steel and aluminium imports.

But the White House now says some countries - including Canada and Mexico - could be exempt from the plan on national security grounds.

From Washington, Harry Horton reports.

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Rudd: Spy attack with nerve agent "brazen and reckless” act.



British Home Secretary has called the attempted murder of a former Russian spy and his daughter in Salisbury a "brazen and reckless" act. 


In a statement to the House of Commons, Amber Rudd said Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia remain unconscious and in a critical condition in Salisbury hospital.


The former Russian military intelligence officer and his daughter were poisoned by a nerve agent on Sunday.  


Amber Rudd said police have launched a wide ranging investigation to find those responsible and early speculation is not helpful. 


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Amber Rudd said that a police officer who was exposed to the nerve agent is also being treated in hospital as she updated MPs on the condition of the victims.  


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Indian architect wins Balkrishna Doshi wins prestigious Pritzker prize

Architect Balkrishna Doshi has become the first Indian to win the Pritzker Architecture Prize, widely considered to be the highest award in the field. 

The award - bestowed by Chicago's billionaire Pritzker family - in the past has been won by some of the biggest names in architecture including Zaha Hadid and Frank Gehry. 

Our correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai 

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Shakeup coming at German foreign ministry

Germany's acting foreign minister Sigmar Gabriel announced that he will not be part of the country's next government, which is set to be formed in the coming weeks.


HIs social democratic party is set to announce their ministers on Friday, including Gabriel's replacement.


Ira Spitzer has more from Berlin.


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France to crack down on gender pay gap

French companies paying women less than men for the same job are to be given three years to close the gap or face fines.
Men are paid 9% more than women on average, despite equal pay laws going back 45 years.
Elena Casas reports from Paris. 

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UK POLICE INVESTIGATE USE OF NERVE AGENT IN SPY ATTACK

Hundreds of UK police officers are investigating after it was revealed a nerve agent was used to attack a former Russian spy and his daughter.

Sergei and Yulia Skripal and his daughter remain in a critical condition in hospital after the incident in Salisbury on Sunday.

Police say they were specifically targeted and it is being treated as attempted murder.

It hasn't been revealed exactly what nerve agent was used.

Major General Chip Chapman is former head of counter-terrorism at the Ministry of Defence and believes it was a well-planned attack.

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