New guidelines say people can reduce the risk of dementia by getting
regular exercise, not smoking, avoiding too much alcohol and eating a
healthy diet.
The World Health Organization collected data from 80 countries to
offer the new guidelines to healthcare providers, governments and
policy makers.
Dementia is on the rise with 50 million people worldwide currently
suffering from the condition - that figure is set to triple by 2050.
Dr Neerja Chowdhary from the World Health Organization says these
guidelines will help.
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Dr Neerja Chowdhary from the World Health Organization says there are
many ways to help reduce the risk of dementia.
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
UK Remain Parties Fail To Unite Over European Elections
British political parties with a pro-remain stance on Brexit, appear to be dividing and not uniting ahead of the European elections.
There are concerns that this could see pro-leave parties like the Brexit party do better at the ballot, as the remain vote will be spread among several parties.
UK Correspondent Natalie Powell has more.
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North Korea accuses US of "robbery" over ship seizure
North Korea is accusing the United States as "unlawful robbery" over the seizure of a cargo ship.
The US says Pyongyang was violating international sanctions by using the vessel for coal shipments.
Kate Fisher reports from Washington.
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DUR: 38 seconds
US Prepares New China Tariffs, But Trump Sounds
The United States is preparing a new list of Chinese goods worth $300 billion that it will target for additional tariffs.
But China says the two sides have agreed to continue talking.
From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports...
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Sudan to decide on the future of its politics
Sudan is to decide on Tuesday how long its transition period should last, and what kind of governance system will be adopted. This follows the overthrow of Omar El Bashir as president in April this year after ruling Sudan for nearly 3 decades.
Coletta Wanjohi reports from Addis Ababa:
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BORIS JOHNSON PROSECUTED FOR BREXIT BUS CLAIM
Boris Johnson is facing a legal challenge over Vote Leave's 'Brexit bus' claim that "we send the EU £350m a week."
A private prosecutor believes the British MP and former London Mayor should be held accountable alleging he "abused public trust."
Holly Hudson reports.
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WhatsApp Hack
Messaging app WhatsApp has experienced a hack, in which surveillance software had been remotely installed on phones and other devices.
Newspaper The Financial Times reported the cyber attack was developed by Israeli security firm NSO Group, but the group said the technology used is licensed to authorised government agencies for the sole purpose of fighting crime and terror.
Corresponden tNatalie Powell reprots.
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Police suspect suicide in German crossbow deaths
German police say evidence points to a group suicide in the mysterious case of three people killed with a crossbow in a Bavarian hotel room.
Authorities then also found two more dead bodies at the residence of one of the victims although it's still unclear how the cases are linked.
Ira Spitzer has more from Berlin.
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Authorities in India assess damage following Cyclone Fani
Authorities are carrying out an assessment of the damage caused by Cyclone Fani (PRON: FORNI) in the east Indian state of Odisha.
More than 70 people were killed when the cyclone hit India and Bangladesh earlier this month.
Our India correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports.
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DUR: 23 secs
EU Rejects US Strategy on Iran
European diplomats have made it clear they do not support Washington's escalation tactic with Iran.
EU foreign ministers are meeting in Brussels and despite a last minute trip from US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, he was unable to get them on board with the White House Strategy.
Our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek has more from Brussels.
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NYT: Pentagon presents 'Iran threat plan' involving 120'000 troops
The White House is reportedly reviewing its military plans against Iran.
According to The New York Times America's top defence official presented an updated strategy to the Trump administration last week
In Washington Kevin McAleese has the details...
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DUR: 54 secs
Monday, May 13, 2019
Trade war escalation sends U.S. markets reeling
An escalation in a trade war between the United States and China has
led to a big selloff on Wall Street.
This comes after Beijing retaliated to Washington's decision raise
tariffs on $200 billion worth of Chinese products.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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led to a big selloff on Wall Street.
This comes after Beijing retaliated to Washington's decision raise
tariffs on $200 billion worth of Chinese products.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Felicity Huffman pleads guilty in college admissions scandal
Prosecutors have recommended actress Felicity Huffman face four months
in prison after she pleaded guilty for her role in the college
admission scandal.
She's the highest profile name to be charged from the network of
wealthy parents who bribed officials to help award their children with
highly-sought after college places.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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DUR: 37 seconds
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in prison after she pleaded guilty for her role in the college
admission scandal.
She's the highest profile name to be charged from the network of
wealthy parents who bribed officials to help award their children with
highly-sought after college places.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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DUR: 37 seconds
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Supreme Court Allows Antitrust Suit Against Apple to Proceed
The United States Supreme Court has ruled consumers may go ahead with a lawsuit against Apple over the way it manages its App Store. The result of the litigation could affect the way Apple and other tech giants structure their business in the electronic marketplace.
Tech Correspondent Rachel Silverman reports.
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Saudi Arabia says two oil tankers were hit by "sabotage attack" off UAE's coast
Saudi Arabia says two of its oil tankers were hit by a "sabotage attack" off the coast of the United Arab Emirates on Sunday.
The UAE, though, says four ships were involved in the incident.
Our correspondent Giles Gibson has more:
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Doris Day dies at 97
Doris Day, one of Hollywood's biggest stars, has died.
She was 97 years old.
US correspondent Kate Fisher reports.
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China Retaliates, as U.S. Trade Tensions Rise
China is raising tariffs on $60 billion worth of U.S. goods, starting on June 1st.
Last week the U.S. escalated trade tensions by raising tariffs on $200 billion of Chinese goods.
From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports.
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DUR: 38"
Swedish prosecutors reopen case against Assange
Swedish prosecutors have reopened an investigation into a rape allegation against Wilileaks co-founder Julian Assange.
Mr Assange, who denies the allegation, is currently being held in prison in London for breaching his bail conditions.
Harry Horton reports.
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DUR: 0"44
BREXIT: CROSS-PARTY TALKS CONTINUE
Cross-party talks between the UK government and the Labour party over leaving the EU continue on Monday.
It comes as the Shadow Brexit Secretary warned the talks could collapse within days unless Theresa May makes more concessions, including a commitment to a second referendum.
Holly Hudson reports.
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Electric scooters targeted by authorities in Paris
Companies which rent electric scooters in Paris will face more regulation from the city's authorities.
The streets of the French capital have been flooded with the devices within the last year.
Now City Hall says it wants the firms which own the e-scooters to sign up to new rules.
Our Paris correspondent Oliver Whifield-Miocic reports.
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DUR: 37 seconds
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