"Pharma Bro" Sentenced to 7 Years in Prison

The former drug company executive found guilty of defrauding investors has been sentenced to seven years in prison. 

Martin Shkreli wept as the judge handed down his sentence. 

Rachel Silverman has details. 

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Row over Frida Kahlo Barbie doll

There's a dispute over the launch of a Barbie doll based on the image
of Mexican artist, Frida Kahlo.

It comes after the makers, Mattel, launched a new line of dolls on the
theme of "inspiring women."

Some of Kahlo's family have said the company has not been given rights
to the image - which Mattel denies.

Frances Read reports.

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Gunman Takes Hostages at Veterans' Home

Police in California are reporting an active shooter and hostage situation unfolding at a Veterans home north of San Francisco. 

Officials say the gunman is holding three people hostage. 

Rachel Silverman has this report. 

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FL Governor signs gun control bill into law

A sweeping gun control bill has been signed into law by Florida Governor Rick Scott.

It's the first firearms legislation passed in the state since the shooting at high school in Parkland that left 17 people dead last month.

The bill raises the age for buying guns to 21, and includes a three-day waiting period for any purchases.

But reporter in Florida, Steve Mort, says there is a more controversial part of the law that gun control advocates oppose.

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UN: Human rights chief calls for all atrocities against Rohingya to brought to ICC

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The United Nations human rights chief is calling for all atrocities
committed against the Rohingya Muslim minority in Myanmar to be
brought to the International Criminal Court for prosecution.

The UN refugee agency has estimated that 700,000 people from the
Rohingya community have fled to Bangladesh after an uptick in clashes
between government security forces and Rohingya insurgents last year.

Our UN correspondent Laura Cantekin reports.

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Barack and Michelle Obama reportedly to have Netflix show

Barack and Michelle Obama are in talks with Netflix for a programming deal.

The New York Times is reporting that the former first couple is talking with the entertainment giant about a series of shows focusing on key political topics.

US correspondent Mary MacCarthy has more:

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UN welcomes US-North Korea meeting

The United Nations Secretary-General has welcomed the news of the planned historic meeting between the leaders of America and North Korea. 

President Trump and Kim Jong-un are expected to meet by May. 

It comes after several rounds of UN sanctions imposed on North Korea, the most recent in late December. 

The Secretary-General's spokesman Stephane Dujarric read a statement to reporters at the UN headquarters in New York.

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UK MILITARY DEPLOYED TO NERVE AGENT SCENE

The UK's military has been deployed in Salisbury where a former Russian spy and his daughter were attacked with a nerve agent.

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

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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US jobs growth exceeds expectations

The US economy added a better-than-expected 313,000 jobs in February.

The strong data suggests the US Federal Reserve may push for four
interest rate hikes this year.

Nick Harper reports from New York.

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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 the meeting would not be without its risks for the US President. 

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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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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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