The U.S. navy has seized a North Korea cargo ship is says violated
sanctions by exporting coal.
It's the latest escalation in tensions between the two countries after
Pyongyang carried out two missile tests.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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Thursday, May 9, 2019
US seizes "sanctions busting" North Korean cargo vessel
The US has seized one of North Korea's largest ships, accusing it of violating sanctions.
The "Wise Honest" is now in American custody after allegedly being used to ship coal and heavy machinery to North Korea.
Our US Correspondent Simon Marks reports.
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North Korea fires 2 missiles as Trump envoy stops in Seoul
North Korea launched two missiles on Thursday just as Donald Trump's top envoy to the country arrived in neighboring South Korea.
Steven Biegun is in Seoul amid increasing uncertainty over stalled nuclear talks between Washington and Pyongyang
Our US correspondent Kevin McAleese reports....
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Trump's China Trade Gambit Shakes Global Stocks
Global stock indices have continued to fall over uncertainty about the future of US-China trade talks.
Donald Trump has set in motion a new set of tariffs to be imposed within hours of the arrival in Washington of China's top negotiator.
From the US capital, Daniel Ryntjes reports.
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POLICE INVESTIGATING JOURNALIST MURDER ARREST FOUR MEN IN NORTHERN IRELAND
Police investigating the murder of journalist Lyra McKee in Northern Ireland have made four arrests under terrorism legislation.
McKee was shot while reporting on rioting in Londonderry. The New IRA said its members carried out the killing.
Holly Hudson reports.
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UK OPPOSITION LAUNCHES EUROPEAN ELECTIONS CAMPAIGN
The UK's opposition Party have launched an European elections campaign, ahead of the vote on May 23rd.
But the Prime Minster's Conservative party are unlikely to campaign, as they are focused on leaving the EU.
Meanwhile losses are expected for both parties. UK Correspondent Natalie Powell has more.
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EU COMMITTED TO IRAN DEAL
The EU says it is fully committed to the 2015 Nuclear Deal after Iran announced on Wednesday it would be pulling back on some of its commitments.
In a joint statement from the European Union and the Foreign Ministers of France, Germany and the United Kingdom it says "We are determined to continue pursuing efforts to enable the continuation of legitimate trade with Iran."
Our Europe Correspondent Briohny Williams has more from Brussels:
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AUSTRALIA: Aussie PM says scope for more refugees to be sent to USA
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison says he's confident there is scope to send hundreds more refugees being held offshore to the United States.
More than 500 people have been sent to the US under a resettlement deal agreed prior to Donald Trump's ascension to President of the United States, with 1250 places on offer.
Arthur Stevens reports
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More than 500 people have been sent to the US under a resettlement deal agreed prior to Donald Trump's ascension to President of the United States, with 1250 places on offer.
Arthur Stevens reports
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The UN refugee agency in Uganda is preparing for a possible surge in refugee arrivals from the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan.
UNHCR says the deteriorating security situation in eastern DRC and the Equatorial region of South Sudan is pushing more refugees across the border.
Isabel Nakirya reports.
UNHCR says the deteriorating security situation in eastern DRC and the Equatorial region of South Sudan is pushing more refugees across the border.
Isabel Nakirya reports.
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AUSTRALIA: 50 Dollar note misprint in wide circulation
A batch of Australia's $50 notes are being passed through the hands of people with a tiny error in the fine print.
The Reserve Bank of Australia has confirmed the word responsibility was misspelt repeatedly on each note before they entered circulation last year.
Arthur Stevens has the fine print
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The Reserve Bank of Australia has confirmed the word responsibility was misspelt repeatedly on each note before they entered circulation last year.
Arthur Stevens has the fine print
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MOSCOW MARKS VICTORY OVER NAZIS
Hundreds of thousands of Russians are lining the streets of cities across the country to celebrate the Soviet victory over the Nazis.
Soldiers are marching through Red Square and later, millions will take part in a communal parade.
Dan Ashby is amongst the crowds.
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EUROPEAN ELECTION CAMPAIGNS LAUNCHED
Several of the UK's main political parties are launching their European election campaigns - two weeks ahead of the vote.
UK Prime Minister Theresa May's described it as 'regrettable' that Britain is even taking part, having not been able to deliver Brexit.
Britons will vote in European elections on 23rd May.
Polls suggest they could be won by Nigel Farage's new Brexit Party, which is tapping into anger amongst some voters that Brexit has not yet taken place.
University of Kent Professor of Politics Matthew Goodwin says there's a key trend in British politics ahead of European elections.
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ROMANIA EU SUMMIT
Romania plays host to an informal meeting of European heads of state on Thursday.
The summit was once envisioned as a post-Brexit gathering among the EU27.
That is no longer the case, but there will still be important matters such as climate change, jobs growth and security on the agenda.
It also comes at a time when there are rising tensions between the EU and the U.S over Iran.
Our Europe Correspondent Briohny Williams has more from Brussels.
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Indian Prime Minister hits out at the Gandhi family again
In the second such attack in a week, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has hit out at former premier Rajiv Gandhi.
Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated by a suicide bomber in 1991. His son Rahul is believed to be the key challenger to Prime Minister Modi's re-election bid.
Prime Minister Modi accused Rajiv Gandhi of misusing India's armed forces.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated by a suicide bomber in 1991. His son Rahul is believed to be the key challenger to Prime Minister Modi's re-election bid.
Prime Minister Modi accused Rajiv Gandhi of misusing India's armed forces.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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US-China trade talks to resume
US and Chinese negotiators will revive trade talks on Thursday amid the threat of increased US tariffs.
US President Donald Trump said China "broke the deal" after previous meetings.
From Washington, Harry Horton reports.
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Wednesday, May 8, 2019
House committee votes to hold U.S. Attorney General in contempt
The democrat-led House Judiciary Committee voted along party lines to find the U.S. Attorney General in contempt of congress, Wednesday.
The resolution was debated by lawmakers after William Barr refused to comply with a subpoena demanding the release of the complete, unredacted, Mueller report and underlying evidence.
Kevin McAleese has this from Washington...
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US slaps new sanctions on Iran's metal sectors
The US is slapping fresh sanctions on Iran after Tehran announced it will stop complying with two of its commitments under the 2015 nuclear deal.
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani's announcement comes exactly one year after the US pulled out of the nuclear agreement.
Our Washington correspondent Rebecca Foster has more:
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UN seeks US$20M funding to help wounded Gaza protestors
The United Nations is seeking twenty million US dollars in emergency funding for victims seriously injured in the Israel-Gaza border protests.
The UN official in the occupied Palestinian territory said resources are also urgently needed for the beleaguered health system.
Our UN correspondent Liling Tan has the details from New York.
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ROYAL BABY NAMED ARCHIE
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have announced the name of their newborn baby boy.
Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor was introduced to the world by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, before the new family of three went to meet the Queen.
Holly Hudson reports.
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US Secretary of State Meets UK Prime Minster and Foreign Secretary
The US Secretary of State has held talks with UK Prime Minister Theresa May and Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt in London.
Disagreements between the two over Iran and Huawei were raised, but Secretary of State Mike Pompeo insisted the special relationship was thriving.
UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports.
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