Government clampdown in Indian administered Jammu and Kashmir

India's government has imposed restrictions in the state of Jammu and Kashmir while also putting local leaders under house arrest.

This comes days after the government deployed 10,000 additional troops to the disputed state citing a 'terror threat' from Pakistan-based groups. This is a claim Islamabad has denied.

Both India and Pakistan stake claim to Kashmir in full but govern only parts of it.

Neha Poonia has more from New Delhi.

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S. Korea, U.S. to launch joint drills despite warnings from N. Korea

South Korea and the United States are launching joint military exercises on the Korean Peninsula. North Korea has long condemned drills south of the border … and it's recently warned the allies against going forward.

 

Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul. 

 

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US markets tumble on new US-China trade threats

US markets suffered the worst week of the year, dragged down by new US tariffs on China, and a threat of retaliation from Beijing.

Renewed fears over the US-China trade war saw all the major benchmarks losing ground, tracking declines in global markets.

Liling Tan has the market's wrap from New York.

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New US Sanctions on Russia over Chemical Attack

US President Donald Trump has imposed new sanctions on Russia over a nerve agent attack last year against a former Russian spy in Britain. 

Russia says the sanctions are regrettable.  

US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has that story. 

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Global Markets Drop after new Trump Tariffs

Global stock markets have taken a hit following President Trump's decision to impose new tariffs on $300bn worth of Chinese goods.

Attempts to forge a deal in Shanghai once again failed resulting in this latest round of punitive measures from the US.

Our Washington Correspondent Jagruti Dave has more…

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US economy adds 164,000 jobs in July, unemployment rate steady

The U.S. economy added 164,000 jobs in July, matching predictions from economists but dipping slightly from June's figures.

The unemployment rate, meanwhile, remained at 3.7%.

Our U.S. correspondent Giles Gibson has more

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R Kelly pleads not guilty to sex trafficking charges

Singer R Kelly has pleaded not guilty to sex trafficking charges in New York.

He's already facing other federal charges in Chicago related to making
and distributing child pornography.

Nick Harper reports from New York.

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Indian government gets powers to designate individuals as terrorists

India's Parliament has adopted a bill that controversially allows the government to label individuals as terrorists, as opposed to organisations.

The government claims this is needed to root out terrorism- because every time a terror organisation is banned or outlawed, individuals behind those groups continue to operate with impunity. 

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia has more from New Delhi.

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Rwanda Re-opens its Border with DR Congo

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Rwanda has re-opened its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo after measures were put in place to reinforce screening and public safety procedures at entry points.

The Rwanda government shut its border following the death of an ebola patient in Eastern DR Congo city of Goma - bordering Rwanda.

Isabel Nakirya reports.

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BORIS JOHNSON SUFFERS BLOW WITH BY-ELECTION DEFEAT

Boris Johnson has suffered his first big defeat as Prime Minister, losing a by-election, just eight days since taking office. 

The Liberal Democrats, who have branded themselves the 'anti-brexit' party, beat the Conservatives in Wales. 

The result means Boris Johnson's majority in parliament has been reduced to just one.

Holly Hudson reports. 

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French farmers attack offices of members of parliament

French farmers are protesting against the EU's CETA trade deal with Canada by vandalising the constituency offices of French MPs who voted to approve it.

The farmers fear the deal will open the door to cheap meat exports and lower prices.

Elena Casas reports from Paris. 

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Likely last day of A$AP Rocky trial underway

The trial of the U.S. rapper known as A$AP Rocky continues Friday in Sweden, in what may be its last day.

The rapper has been accused of assault in a case which has attracted international attention, including from U.S. president Donald Trump.

Ira Spitzer has more from Berlin.

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Seoul: N. Korea's latest launch appears to be new type of missile

South Korea says North Korea appears to have tested a new kind of short-range ballistic missile. Friday's launch was the third in just a week. 

 

Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul. 

 

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US-RUSSIA MISSILE TREATY RUNS OUT

US-RUSSIA MISSILE TREATY RUNS OUT

A 1987 pact between the United States and Russia that banned certain nuclear missiles runs out today.

The U.S. announced its withdrawal from the agreement earlier this year, with Russia doing the same.

Both countries accused the other of violating the treaty.

Ross Cullen has more from Moscow.

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North Korea fires 3rd projectile in eight days

North Korea has conducted its third weapons test in the space of eight days.

Several European nations have condemned these missile launches but the
United States has downplayed its significance.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.

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Trump unveils fresh tariffs on China despite "constructive" talks in Shanghai

President Trump has announced a major intensification of America's trade war with China.

He says he's to impose additional tariffs of ten per cent on another 300 billion dollars of Chinese products.

Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.

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Doctors Urge Investigation into Deaths of Migrant Children

A group of medical and public health professionals is urging the US Congress to investigate the deaths of child migrants held in detention centers. 

They warn poor conditions at the facilities may be increasing health risks to children. 

US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has details. 

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US imposing extra tariffs on China, as UN warns of "friction"

The US is imposing additional tariffs on China, 10% on $300 billion
dollars worth of goods starting on September 1st.

It comes on the same day the UN Secretary General said he was
"troubled by growing friction" between the two countries.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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Iran criticises US sanctions on Foreign Minister as "childish"

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has described US sanctions on his foreign minister as "childish".

The US implemented the measures on Wednesday saying it was a response to provocation by Iran.

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Pompeo criticizes 'Chinese Coercion' after meeting top Beijing diplomat

The U.S. Secretary of State has urged Asian countries to speak out against Chinese coercion in the South China Sea

Mike Pompeo, a strong critic of Beijing, made the remarks during his stop in Thailand where he met with regional allies...

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