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The death toll from the suicide bombings on churches and luxury hotels in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday has risen to 359, while 500 were injured. [CHECK LATEST NUMBERS]

ISIS has claimed it was behind the attacks. Questions are being raised over whether more could have been done to prevent the bombings, given the intelligence available.

Our correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports from Colombo in Sri Lanka

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Putin, Kim to hold first summit in Vladivostok on Thursday

Russia has confirmed that President Vladimir Putin will be meeting North Korean leader Kim Jong-un this Thursday. It will be their first meeting and comes as North Korean talks with the U.S. falter.

Bruce Harrison has more from Seoul.

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Kim and Putin will meet in Russia's far east in the city Vladivostok.

They'll reportedly hold the summit at a local university.

North Korean state media says Kim is traveling with an entourage of top party officials.

It's the first time in eight years that North Korean and Russian heads of state will meet.

Kim wants the United Nations to lift international economic sanctions against North Korea.

He'll likely ask Putin for help.

So far, Kim's efforts with the U.S. on sanctions have shown little progress.

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US Insists Denuclearization Remains Goal as Kim Heads to Russia

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is on his way by train to the Russian far-east city of Vladivostok, where he's expected to meet President Vladimir Putin.

The United States says the international community remains focused on the goal of North Korean denuclearization.

From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports...

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Vladivostok prepares to host Chairman Kim summit with Putin

Chairman Kim Jong-un is on his way to Russia for a historic first summit with President Putin in Vladivostok. The two leaders will talk about the DPRK's attempt to develop nuclear missiles that could strike the US. Dan Ashby has more.

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Tuesday, April 23, 2019

Royals Reportedly Planning Move to Africa

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex may move to Africa as part of a major new international role following the birth of their baby.

According to reports in the UK royal advisors at Buckingham Palace are working on a "bespoke" role for the couple which could see them relocate from their home in Windsor for up to three years.

Holly Hudson reports.

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Twitter reports more users and higher revenues

Social media website, Twitter, has posted better-than-expected quarterly revenue and an increase in the number of users.

The surprise results suggest its efforts to police spam accounts and abusive posts are helping to attract users and advertisers.

Kate Fisher reports

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Tesla predicts “robotaxis” in 2020

The CEO of electric car maker Tesla says he predicts "robotaxis" on US
roads by next year.

Elon Musk said he expects the scheme to work like Uber or Airbnb.

Nick Harper reports from New York.

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Brexit talks resume in Britain

Brexit talks are resuming in Britain today as MPs return from their Easter recess.

Theresa May's Conservative Party are trying to reach a compromise with opposition Labour, but so far talks have failed to yield any results.

UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports

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TRUMP TO PAY STATE VISIT TO UK IN JUNE

Buckingham Palace has confirmed US President Donald Trump will pay a State Visit to the UK in June.

Protesters are already promising to demonstrate against his trip.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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Easter Sunday Massacre a Retaliatory Attack

Sri Lanka's Minister of State for Defence says the Easter Sunday attack was in response to the mass shooting at a New Zealand mosque.

More than 320 people were killed in the coordinated attacks.

One site targeted was the Shangri-La hotel in Colombo, and our Rebecca Bundhun is there.

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Notre Dame could face further damage from forecast rain

A protective sheet is being rolled over the burnt roof of Notre Dame Cathedral to prevent rain damaging the building further.

Showers and heavy downpours have been forecast for the French capital this week.

But the tarpaulin will only be a temporary measure until a more permanent solution is built.

Oliver Whitfield-Miocic reports from Paris.

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Luxembourg's Grand Duke Dies

Luxembourg's Grand Duke Jean has died at the age of 98.

He stepped down in 2000 after 36 years as head of state.

The former monarch passed away surrounded by family according to a statement released by his son.

Briohny Williams has more from Brussels.

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MASS FUNERALS IN SRI LANKA

Mass funerals have started in Sri Lanka on a day of mourning for the victims of Sunday's terror attacks.

Police say 310 people are now known to have died at churches and hotels.

A state of emergency remains in place in Sri Lanka to try and stop any further attacks.

Police have arrested 40 people in connection with the bomb blasts, while the government says local Islamist group NTJ was behind them.

Father Prasad Harsan of the Colombo Archdiocese says it's a difficult time.

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AUSTRALIA: Sydney Opera house evacuated due to gas leak

CLIMATE PROTESTS FOCUS ON WESTMINSTER

Climate protests in the UK are into their second week, with over 1000 people now arrested.

Demonstrators are focusing on Westminster on Tuesday - demanding meetings with lawmakers, and insisting a citizens' assembly is set up to focus on climate issues.

Extinction Rebellion, which is organizing the protests, is planning further action in London throughout the week.

But the demonstrations are being criticised over the disruption being caused to the British capital, and the strain on police.

Reporter Rachel Venables is in Parliament Square in London.

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AUSTRALIA; Former Deputy PM in the gun over Water buyback controversy

In Australia, it's only a little over three weeks until the Federal election, but the government is in damage control following controversy over taxpayer-funded water buybacks in the Murray-Darling Basin river system.
Arthur Stevens reports

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COURTESY AIR NEWS MELBOURNE

India votes in third phase of polls, the largest so far

188 million voters in over 110 constituencies in India will vote in the third phase of a seven phased election.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is seeking re-election. He's being challenged by Rahul Gandhi- the chief of India's main Opposition party, Congress.

The general election began on April 11 and will end on May 19. Votes will be counted on May 23.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.

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Samsung delays launch of foldable phone over screen malfunctions

Samsung says it's delaying the global launch of its foldable smartphone after early reviews revealed serious issues with its display.

Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul.

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Samsung says its taking measures to strengthen the Galaxy Fold's display protection.

Journalists testing the devices reported partial to full screen failures just days after receiving the phone.

Some removed a protective plastic layer that Samsung now advises you're not supposed to remove.

But the full scope of issues is unclear.

Samsung says it will announce a new launch date in several weeks.

But some tech critics are suggesting the technology is far from ready for consumer pockets.

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