Thursday, May 17, 2018

New tiny species frog discovered in Indian state of Karnataka

A new tiny species of frog has been discovered in the south of India. 

The frog is only found in one small industrial area in the city of Mangalore. 

Our India correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports 

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Russia fines World Cup hotels for overcharging

Russia's consumer rights watchdog says it has issued fines of more than 140 thousand US dollars to hotels it accuses of overcharging for rooms during the World Cup period. It's less than a month until the first match kicks off in Moscow. Lucy Taylor reports.


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MSU reaches $500mln settlement for victims of Larry Nassar abuse


Victims of former Michigan State University doctor Larry Nassar will receive 500-million dollars after MSU settled lawsuits over his abuse.

Some 300 girls and women were assaulted by Nassar in what's been called the worst sex-abuse case in sports history.

Our US correspondent Kevin McAleese reports


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US Senate votes to keep net neutrality rules in place

The US Senate has delivered a blow to President Trump over the issue of net neutrality - whether internet companies will be allowed to charge more or slow down the delivery of various types of content.

The Senate has voted to keep in place rules that ensured a level playing field for all internet users, arguing this was necessary to protect the interests of consumers.

But as our Washington correspondent John Clarke reports, the battle over the issue is likely to go on for some time.

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Wednesday, May 16, 2018

Pressure increases on Trump with new revelations on adult film star payment and Trump Tower Russian meeting

The pressure from the scandals surrounding US president Donald Trump increased on Wednesday.

It's been revealed he did make a payment ot his lawyer for costs apparely incurred in paying an adult film star for a non-disclosure agreement.
Plus a transcript of his son's interview with senators suggests he may have called his father after setting up a meeting with Russian agents during the campaign.

Kate fisher reports from Washington

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Iran says it won’t surrender to U.S. pressure

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says his country won't surrender to
Pressure from the United States.

This comes after Washington slapped fresh sanctions on Iran after
pulling out of the nuclear deal.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.


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Trump "hopeful" summit with Kim Jong Un can still go ahead

The White House says President Trump is still "hopeful" his summit meeting with North Korea's Kim Jong Un can take place next month in Singapore.


But the North Koreans have raised huge questions over the summit by indicating they are not interested in unilateral nuclear disarmament.


Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.


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Former CIA engineer named as prime suspect in massive leak

A former CIA software engineer has been named as the prime suspect in a massive leak of secret documents.

In March of last year, Wikileaks published thousands of leaked documents about the CIA's cyberwarfare program — including details on how the spy agency can turn smart phones and smart televisions into surveillance devices.

US Correspondent Mary MacCarthy has more:

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Prince George & Princess Charlotte to play starring roles in UK royal wedding

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's children will be part of the bridal retinue for Saturday's royal wedding. 

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are due to marry in Windsor at a ceremony attended by 600 guests.

UK correspondent Paul Barber reports from London.

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OPCW: chemical weapons used in Syria attack

Chemical weapons watchdog the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons says it has proof chlorine was used in an attack in Syria.

A dozen people were injured in the February incident on an opposition town.

Nick Harper reports from the UN in New York.

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US Lawmakers Push Back Against Trump over ZTE Proposal

US lawmakers are continuing to push back on a suggestion made by Donald Trump to ease restrictions on Chinese telecoms firm ZTE.

The US President has suggested ZTE could be part of a larger trade deal.

From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports.

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US still hopeful for North Korea summit despite Pyongyang's threats to pull out

The United States is still hopeful about a planned summit with North Korea despite its leader threatening to pull out.

Kim Jong Un says he may reconsider next month's meeting if Washington insists it unilaterally gives up its nuclear weapons.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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ENGLAND SQUAD NAMED

England's squad for the Russia World Cup has been named and it does not include Arsenal's Jack Wilshere or goalkeeper Joe Hart.

There is a place for Liverpool's uncapped defender Trent Alexander-Arnold.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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MOYES AND ALLARDYCE LEAVE CLUBS

Two English Premier League managers have been relieved of their duties despite keeping their sides in the top division.

Sam Allardyce has been sacked by Everton, while David Moyes also leaves West Ham.

OIly Barratt reports from London.

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Russia intervenes after North Korea threatens to pull out

Russia says it believes the scheduled meeting between President Trump and North Korea's Kim Jong-Un 'will be successful'. Moscow made the comments after North Korea threatened to withdraw from the much-anticipated meeting. Dan Ashby has more.

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MEGHAN'S FATHER SET TO MISS ROYAL WEDDING AFTER ALL

It now appears Meghan Markle's father is likely to miss her wedding to Prince Harry on Saturday after all.

Thomas Markle was due to walk Ms Markle down the aisle, but then told reporters he wouldn't travel to the UK.

He later said he'd changed his mind and would like to attend.

But as Holly Harris now reports from London, he does indeed look set to miss the big day.

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US: TRUMP / KIM TALKS STILL ON

The US says a planned summit between Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un on 12th June is still on, as far as it knows.

This despite threats from North Korea to pull out of the talks, due to take place in Singapore.

Pyongyang has accused Washington of making reckless statements and holding sinister intentions, with blame leveled at US National Security Advisor John Bolton.

The North has already pulled out of Wednesday talks with the South as a reaction to joint military drills between South Korea and the US.

State Department Spokesperson Heather Nauert says the US considers the June 12th summit to be going ahead.

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Bridge collapse in India claims 15 lives

15 people have been killed after a portion of an under-construction bridge collapsed in the Indian city of Varanasi.

This is the city that Prime Minister Narendra Modi represents as a Parliamentarian.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia has more.

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RUSSIA OPENS CONTROVERSIAL BRIDGE TO CRIMEA

A twelve mile [ALT: nineteen kilometre] bridge is opening to traffic between the Russian mainland, and the Crimean Peninsula. President Vladimir Putin was among the first to drive across it, but Ukraine said the project showed a cynical disregard for international law. Lucy Taylor reports.

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North Korea doubles-down on threat to ditch Trump-Kim summit


North Korea will reconsider the upcoming summit with President Trump if the US insists on scrapping the regime's nuclear program, according to state media reports.

The statement, from a senior government official, came just hours after Pyongyang canceled talks with Seoul over what it called provocative military drills held by the US and South Korea.

Kevin McAleese reports from Washington...

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