Tuesday, December 31, 2019

China's Tencent acquires 10% of Universal for almost $3.4bn

Chinese tech company Tencent has agreed to buy a 10% stake in Universal Music for $3.36 billion dollars.

 

The world's largest music company has signed global superstars such as Ariana Grande and Billie Eilish.

 

Our US correspondent Jagruti Dave reports

 

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Uber and Postmates Sue California Over Gig Law, Claiming it as Unconstitutional


Two large companies, and competitors in the food-delivery market, have filed a complaint in California over new legislation regarding independent contractors.  Uber and Postmates allege the bill, which could force both companies to treat drivers as employees, is unconstitutional.


Jillian Wolf reports from New York.  


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Huawei sees record 2019 growth despite US blacklist

Chinese technology giant Huawei saw revenue hit a record $122 billion
in 2019, despite a pressure campaign by the United States.

However, the company warned of challenges ahead in the coming year.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Trump: 'phase one' trade deal with China will be signed January

The United States and China will sign a partial trade agreement next month


On Tuesday, President Trump tweeted the deal would be finalized at the White House on January 15th.


Kevin McAleese has the latest from Washington


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UK ROYALS WILLIAM AND KATE ANNOUNCE NEW CLIMATE PRIZE

The UK's Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, William and Kate, are launching a global prize for tackling climate issues.

Five recipients a year will receive a cash prize for solutions to the "world's greatest problems".

Our UK correspondent, Stuart Smith, reports from London.

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U.S. State Dept. responds after embassy attack in Iraq

Following an attack on the U.S. embassy in Iraq Secretary of State
Mike Pompeo says Washington will defend its people working there.

U.S. troops fired tear gas in a bid to disperse a crowd of protestors
angry at a recent U.S. airstrikes on Iran-backed militia in Iraq and
Syria.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.

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POLICE WARNING OVER LONDON NEW YEARS EVE

Mass celebrations, huge firework displays and pyrotechnic shows are to be set held across the UK to usher in 2020.


Meanwhile police in London have issued a warning over London's New Years Eve celebrations urging people without a ticket to "stay away." 

UK correspondent Holly Hudson has more.

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First Mixed-Sex Civil Partnerships In Britain


As of the 31st December, mixed-sex couples in Britain will now be allowed to enter a civil partnership.


Until now, only same-sex couples had been permitted to become civil partners. 


Civil partnerships offer almost the same rights as marriage - including entitlements for tax, property and inheritance.


UK Correspondent Natalie Powell has the latest.


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Iraqi Foreign Ministry Summons US Ambassador in Baghdad

Iraq's Foreign Ministry has said it will summon the US Ambassador to Baghdad to tell him that the US Airstrikes in Iraq were "a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of Iraq".

It comes as Iraqi officials criticised Sunday's airstrikes by the US in Iraq and Syria and said they will be reconsidering their relationship with the US-led coalition.
  
Our Washington correspondent Jagruti Dave reports…

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Monday, December 30, 2019

Germanwings strike forces 180 flight cancellations

Lufthansa's low-cost carrier Germanwings has cancelled more than 180 flights as cabin crew stage a three-day strike. And it could be just the tip of the iceberg. The flight attendants' union says that if no headway is made on negotiations during these three days, the strike could be extended. Toni Waterman has the details from Frankfurt.

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NYC mayor tackles anti-Semitic "crisis"

New York City is stepping up efforts to tackle anti-Semitic attacks
following a mass stabbing at a rabbi's house on Saturday.

Mayor Bill de Blasio says extra security is needed to deal with the "crisis".

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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U.S. Congressman and civil rights icon John Lewis diagnosed with pancreatic cancer


U.S. Congressman and civil rights icon John Lewis announced over the weekend that he has advanced pancreatic cancer.

The 79-year-old, though, says he'll keep working while he receives treatment.

Our Washington correspondent Giles Gibson has more

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BANK OF ENGLAND GOVERNOR WARNS FIRMS ON CLIMATE CHANGE

Mark Carney, the outgoing Governor of the Bank of England, says the world will face irreversible heating, unless firms' priorities shift.

He's warning current companies' policies would cause nearly four degrees Celsius of warming, far above the 1.5 degrees he said people want, and governments are demanding.

Stuart Smith reports from London.

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French gov't, unions trade accusations as strike nears four weeks

A transport strike against the French government is on track to be the longest in the history of the country. And as Paris and union leaders continue to trade bitter accusations, there appears to be no end in sight to the deadlock and nationwide transportation disruptions. 


Bruce Harrison reports from Paris.

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UK TEEN FOUND GUILTY OVER FALSE RAPE CLAIM

A British woman has been found guilty of lying about being gang-raped by a group of Israeli men while she was on holiday in Cyprus.

The 19-year-old was convicted on Monday of the charge of causing public mischief. Her lawyers say they will appeal the verdict. 

Our UK correspondent Holly Hudson has more. 

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UK GOVT TO REPLACE CAP FUNDING AFTER BREXIT

UK farmers are to receive £3bn ($3.93bn) in funding to support the industry as Britain leaves the EU.

Brexit means Britain will leave the Common Agricultural Policy direct payments scheme in 2020.

The government says its support will allow agriculture to 'thrive', and it will be able to create a less bureaucratic system.

Minette Batters of the National Farmers Union says the industry still needs more reassurance.

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NEW YORK STEPS UP SECURITY FOR JEWISH COMMUNITIES

Mayor of New York Bill de Blasio's announced security will be stepped up in Jewish areas due to the 'crisis' of rising anti-Semitic attacks.

School will also teach students how to tackle issues around hate.

On Saturday at least five people were injured in a mass stabbing at a rabbi's house in New York State.

Bill de Blasio had already announced extra police patrols in parts of Brooklyn with large Jewish populations.

And now the Mayor of New York says authorities will go further still.

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Putin thanks Trump for helping to avert terror attack

Russia's President Vladimir Putin has thanked US President Donald Trump for providing information that thwarted a terror attack, according to Russia's Kremlin-backed news agencies. Dan Ashby has more.

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Friday, December 27, 2019

Two U.S. Senators Banned from Philippines for Their Support of Human Rights Activist

Two U.S. lawmakers have been banned from visiting the Philippines, after they voted in favor of a provision against anyone involved in the detention of a top government critic.  The nation's president warns… there's more to come.   


Jillian Wolf reports in New York.


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FBI investigates British socialite for links to Epstein

A British socialite is reportedly being investigated by the FBI for
her links with US financier Jeffrey Epstein.

Epstein killed himself while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges.

Sarah Walton reports from New York

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