The United Nations Secretary-General says he "strongly condemns" the
two separate suicide bombings which killed at least 48 people in
Afghanistan.
The Taliban targeted an election rally for President Ashraf Ghani and
a busy public square.
Nick Harper reports from the UN in New York.
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Saturday Night Live fires comedian before he starts work
One of America's best known comedy shows has fired its newest cast
member before he even started work.
US comedian Shane Gillis was due to join Saturday Night Live, but
videos surfaced online showing him making racist and homophobic
comments.
Sarah Walton reports from New York
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member before he even started work.
US comedian Shane Gillis was due to join Saturday Night Live, but
videos surfaced online showing him making racist and homophobic
comments.
Sarah Walton reports from New York
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Saudi oil refinery attack weighs on European markets
Saturday's attack on a Saudi oil refinery weighed on European stock markets for a second day, with Germany's DAX and the FTSE 100 in London both dipping into the red on Tuesday.
The Trump administration has blamed Iran for the attack on the world's largest oil processing plant but Tehran denies any involvement.
Our correspondent Giles Gibson has more from Frankfurt:
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Iran rejects direct talks with US
Iran's Supreme Leader has ruled out direct talks with the United
States after the US accused Tehran of ordering drone strikes on Saudi
oil facilities.
It comes amid speculation whether Iran's President Hassan Rouhani
would meet US President Donald Trump at the United Nations General
Assembly next week.
Nick Harper reports from New York.
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States after the US accused Tehran of ordering drone strikes on Saudi
oil facilities.
It comes amid speculation whether Iran's President Hassan Rouhani
would meet US President Donald Trump at the United Nations General
Assembly next week.
Nick Harper reports from New York.
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STOKES: SUN NEWSPAPER IS 'DISGUSTING'
England cricketer Ben Stokes says the Sun newspaper is 'disgusting' for publishing a story about 'traumatic' events for his family in New Zealand.
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The Sun has run details of the death of his half brother and sister who were shot by his mother's former partner in 1988 - before Ben Stokes was born.
Olly Barratt reports from London.
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The Sun has run details of the death of his half brother and sister who were shot by his mother's former partner in 1988 - before Ben Stokes was born.
Olly Barratt reports from London.
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Russia summons top North Korea diplomat over boat attack
Russia has summoned the acting North Korean ambassador following the detention of two North Korean ships.
That move came after crew members attacked Russian border guards in the incident in the Sea of Japan.
Ross Cullen has more from Moscow.
That move came after crew members attacked Russian border guards in the incident in the Sea of Japan.
Ross Cullen has more from Moscow.
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Delhi’s last elephant may have been found
In a bizarre case, the last remaining elephant in Delhi, has gone missing - and been found in the city all along.
In July, keeper Yusuf Ali was said to have fled with Lakshmi, fearing that forest officials would seize the animal.
Sreoshi Mukherjee has more from New Delhi on this story.
In July, keeper Yusuf Ali was said to have fled with Lakshmi, fearing that forest officials would seize the animal.
Sreoshi Mukherjee has more from New Delhi on this story.
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French authorities clear migrant camp outside Dunkirk
French authorities have cleared out about a thousand people from a migrant camp neat Dunkirk, after a court ordered it closed.
The residents boarded buses to government-run shelters, where they will be able to apply for asylum.
Elena Casas reports from Paris.
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Apple’s begins appeal over $14 billion EU tax bill
Apple has begun its legal challenge against the European Union, who says the iPhone maker owes 14 billion US dollars in back taxes to Ireland.
The case is seen as an important precedent as to what extent multinational companies can take advantage of favorable local tax laws.
Ira Spitzer has more from Brussels.
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Egypt still concerned by Ethiopia’s dam
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Egypt and Ethiopia remain at loggerheads over a 6000MW dam Ethiopia is building on the river Nile.
A meeting between Egypt, Ethiopia and Sudan in Addis Ababa has failed to make any progress.
Coletta Wanjohi reports from Addis Ababa:
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Russia, Iran and Turkey agree to ease tensions in Idlib
Russia, Iran and Turkey have agreed to ease tensions in Idlib- the last rebel held stronghold in Syria.
Disagreements did persist on the question of threats from the Islamic State. While Russian President Vladimir Putin warned of ISIS sleeper cells in northeast Syria, Turkey's Recep Erdogan dismissed these concerns.
Neha Poonia has more from Moscow.
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Disagreements did persist on the question of threats from the Islamic State. While Russian President Vladimir Putin warned of ISIS sleeper cells in northeast Syria, Turkey's Recep Erdogan dismissed these concerns.
Neha Poonia has more from Moscow.
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Russia says may sell weapons to Saudi Arabia
Russia says it's ready to help Saudi Arabia on defence if its leaders decide to purchase Russian weapons.
President Vladimir Putin made the comments during talks with his Turkish and Iranian counterparts in Turkey on Monday, saying Russian weaponry could reliably protect Saudi infrastructure if needed.
Ross Cullen has more from Moscow.
President Vladimir Putin made the comments during talks with his Turkish and Iranian counterparts in Turkey on Monday, saying Russian weaponry could reliably protect Saudi infrastructure if needed.
Ross Cullen has more from Moscow.
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UK SUPREME COURT TO HEAR PARLIAMENT SUSPENSION CASE
The legal row over Boris Johnson's decision to suspend Parliament reaches the UK's highest court on Tuesday.
The Supreme Court will hear arguments over three days about whether the prorogation of Parliament was unlawful.
The Prime Minister advised the Queen to suspend Parliament for five weeks - but many lawmakers feel it reduces scrutiny of his Brexit plans.
A Scottish court ruled last week the prorogation was unlawful - but the Supreme Court will make a final decision which the government insists it will respect.
Barrister Mohsin Zaidi says that may not come immediately.
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The Supreme Court will hear arguments over three days about whether the prorogation of Parliament was unlawful.
The Prime Minister advised the Queen to suspend Parliament for five weeks - but many lawmakers feel it reduces scrutiny of his Brexit plans.
A Scottish court ruled last week the prorogation was unlawful - but the Supreme Court will make a final decision which the government insists it will respect.
Barrister Mohsin Zaidi says that may not come immediately.
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Indian Reserve Bank fears rise in current account deficit if crude continues to surge
The Reserve Bank of India's Governor has expressed concern on the additional load being put on the country's spending on imports due to a rise in crude oil prices.
Kshitij Nagar has more from New Delhi.
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India celebrates PM Modi's birthday
The Indian Prime minister is celebrating his 69th birthday on Sept 17th.
Workers of his Bhartiya Janta party have planned hundreds of celebrations across the country.
Radhika Bajaj has more from New Delhi.
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AUSTRALIA: Opposition calls on PM to tell Trump of danger to livelihoods in China Trade War
The Australian Labor Party is demanding Prime Minister Scott Morrison reminds Donald Trump that Australian livelihoods are at risk as a consequence of the US-China trade war during his visit to the White House.
Arthur Stevens has more
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Arthur Stevens has more
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AUSTRALIA: Pell to appeal convictions to High Court in Canberra
Pedophile cardinal George Pell has lodged a special leave application with Australia's High Court to try to challenge his convictions for sexually abusing boys.
Arthur Stevens reports
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Arthur Stevens reports
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Beijing Welcomes Solomon Islands Switching Ties
Beijing has welcome a decision by the Solomon Islands decision to sever ties with Taiwan and establish diplomatic relations with China.
It's seen as a massive blow to Taiwan, leaving it with just 16 diplomatic allies now.
Patrick Fok reports.
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It's seen as a massive blow to Taiwan, leaving it with just 16 diplomatic allies now.
Patrick Fok reports.
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Monday, September 16, 2019
US issues satellite images to back its allegations that Iran was behind Saudi oil attacks
The United States has issued satellite images and cited intelligence to back its allegation Iran was behind attacks on major Saudi oil facilities.
But Iran-aligned Houthi rebels in Yemen say they launched Saturday's strike. Iran denies any involvement.
From Washington, Kate Fisher reports.
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But Iran-aligned Houthi rebels in Yemen say they launched Saturday's strike. Iran denies any involvement.
From Washington, Kate Fisher reports.
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50'000 General Motors' workers strike across U.S.
Almost 50'000 employees at General Motors have gone on strike across the United States after new contract talks collapsed
Workers are calling for better wages, affordable healthcare and a reasonable slice of the profit.
Our US correspondent Kevin McAleese
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Workers are calling for better wages, affordable healthcare and a reasonable slice of the profit.
Our US correspondent Kevin McAleese
[WRAP]
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