India Nepal Border Dispute

The new map of India issued on Saturday after the split of Jammu and Kashmir into two union territories has caused a dispute with another of India's neighbours.

Sreoshi Mukherjee has more on this…  

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ICC sentences DRC war criminal Ntaganda to 30 years in prison

The International Criminal Court has sentenced Congolese war criminal Bosco Ntaganda to 30 years in prison for crimes against humanity. Ntaganda legal team will have 30 days to appeal the decision. 

Mia Alberti reports from Brussels.

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After sharply criticising Indian states, Supreme Court discusses solutions to combat pollution

The Supreme Court of India has sharply criticised both central and state governments for failing to limit pollution and stop the burning of crop stubble in Punjab and Haryana, a major factor contributing to Delhi's deadly smog.

Sreoshi Mukherjee has the latest from New Delhi.

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UK parties form anti-Brexit election pact

Three British political parties — the Liberal Democrats, Plaid Cymru (pron: Plyed-Cum-Ree) and the Green Party — have formed an electoral pact, agreeing not to stand against each other in dozens of seats.

The anti-Brexit parties are announcing that the deal could cover between 60 and 70 of the 650 constituencies in the UK. This could affect how many pro-Remain MPs are elected to Parliament. 

Benji Hyer reports from London. 

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Nigeria suspends fuel supply to stations at land borders

The Nigerian government, has directed that petroleum products should not be supplied to fuel stations around the land border with Benin Republic.

This is in a bid to checkmate smuggling activities at the country's land borders. 

Correspondent Phil Ihaza reports from Abuja.

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Lufthansa cabin crew begin two-day strike

Air passengers across the world are facing disruption because of a
strike by Lufthansa cabin crew.

Over a thousand flights have been cancelled today and tomorrow.

Sarah Walton reports from Frankfurt

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UK CAMPAIGN FOCUSES ON ECONOMIC POLICY

Economic policy is the battleground on Thursday in the UK election campaign.

The opposition Labour Party says it will borrow to spend an extra $200bn on hospitals, schools, infrastructure, and social projects.

The Conservatives say the spending amounts to 'fantasy economics' - although they are also planning to boost investment.

Chief Secretary to the Treasury Rishi Sunak says the Conservatives also want to keep tax low.

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Liberal Democrat leader Jo Swinson says that presents the best way to boost the economy.

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Paris police dismantle migrant camp

Authorities in Paris have dismantled the largest migrant camp in the city, taking hundreds of people into emergency accommodation.

It comes the day after the French prime minister announced new measures to try and cut the number of asylum applicants. 

Elena Casas reports from Paris. 

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Russia drafting broader anti-doping legislation

Russia's Sports Minister says parliament is drawing up legislation that would prevent people linked to doping from working in sport in any capacity. It comes as Russia awaits a decision from the World Anti-Doping Agency about the country's status in the Tokyo Olympics. Julia Chapman reports from Moscow.

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Ex-Twitter staffers among 3 charged by U.S. over Saudi-spy role

The US justice department has charged 3 individuals, including two former twitter employees, over spying for Saudi Arabia

The suspects are accused of handing over private data in exchange for payment

Our US correspondent Jessica King has the latest...

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N. Korea slams upcoming S. Korea-U.S. military exercise

North Korea has slammed the U.S. over an upcoming military drill with South Korea. Pyongyang even suggested the exercise could derail ongoing nuclear talks with the U.S. 

 

Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul.

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Mojave River Dam

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United States Federal engineers have discovered that a dam protecting towns to the northeast of Los Angeles has not met national safety standards. Officials say it could put the surrounding area at high risk for flooding - as Jake Savitz reports.

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Democrats announce first public impeachment hearings will take place next week

Democrats in the US have announced that the first public impeachment hearings will be held on Capitol Hill next week.

It's a further step towards recommending President Trump's removal from office.

Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.

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East African Diplomats Call for Removal of Trade Barriers

East African diplomats want East African Community (EAC) partner states to demonstrate political will in dealing with issues that hinder the growth of intra-trade.

Isaac Lukando has more

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Democrats to start public impeachment hearings

House Democrats will hold their first public impeachment hearings next week as the inquiry gathers pace.

Lawmakers are investigating President Trump's request for Ukraine's President to open an investigation into his campaign rival, Joe Biden.

From Washington, Harry Horton reports.

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For 28th straight year, UNGA will vote on US Cuba blockade

The United States' political, economic and trade blockade on Cuba once again comes under scrutiny at the United Nations.

For the 28th year in a row, the international community will discuss the embargo and vote on the decades-long controversial US measure.

Here's U.N. correspondent Liling Tan on what to expect. 

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Mexican Authorities Arrest Suspect in Deadly Attack, as Relatives Demand Justice

A suspect has been arrested in the massacre of nine family members from a Mormon community on the Mexican side of the border with the United States.  It comes after a convoy of women and children, who hold dual citizenship, were viciously attacked by a criminal group.  Some of the survivors remain hospitalized Wednesday morning in the U.S.  The attack has sparked widespread reaction, from Mexico's leader, to U.S. President Donald Trump… as members of the prominent LeBarón family demand justice.  

U.S. correspondent Jillian Wolf reports.

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Boeing faces fresh problems over cracks and oxygen failure claims

US plane maker Boeing is facing fresh problems, with cracks found in
its 737s and a whistleblower claiming the 787 emergency oxygen
supplies are faulty.

The company is still trying to contain the fall out of the two fatal
737 Max crashes which killed almost 350 people.

Nick Harper reports.

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UK ELECTION CAMPAIGN UNDERWAY

The UK's election campaign is officially underway.

Britain votes next month in a poll in which Brexit will be a key issue.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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Democrats make big gains in state elections in US

Democrats have made big gains in state elections in the US, taking full control of Virginia's legislature for the first time in more than 20 years.

The local contests are seen as a test of President Donald Trump's support ahead of the 2020 election.

Our US correspondent Giles Gibson has more

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