Wednesday, February 5, 2020

Epstein accusers urge Prince Andrew to coordinate with authorities

One of Jeffrey Epstein's sexual assault accusers has urged Prince
Andrew to cooperate with U.S. authorities.

And speaking at the same press conference the family of Harry Dunn
have called for Anne Sacoolas to return to the UK to face charges of
dangerous driving.

The two cases are unrelated but a lawyer representing some of
Epstein's alleged victims say that eerie parallels can be drawn.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Jurors shown naked photos of Harvey Weinstein

The jury at the trial of Harvey Weinstein have been shown naked
picture of the former film producer.

It comes after one of his accusers described his body as 'deformed'.

Sarah Walton reports from New York

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UK FOREIGN SECRETARY STARTS ASIA-PACIFIC TOUR

UK Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab is beginning a post-Brexit tour of the Asia-Pacific on Thursday, starting in Australia.

He'll also visit Japan, Singapore and Malaysia.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt reports.

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Russia sets up a quarantine center in Siberia for coronavirus patients

Russia has set up a quarantine center near the Siberian town of Tyumen for at-risk evacuees arriving from China. Earlier Moscow airlifted some 150 of its citizens by military planes from Wuhan region in China. Previously a senior Russian government official suggested that foreigners discovered to have the deadly virus could be deported from the country. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow. 

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US SOTU SPEECH EXPOSES DEEP DIVISIONS

US President Donald Trump has delivered a State of the Union address that was marked by moments of controversy.

He used the annual speech to say there's been a 'great American comeback'.

But he refused to shake the hand of Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and she ripped up a copy of his speech behind him.

US correspondent Simon Marks says the bad blood was obvious between the President and Nancy Pelosi.

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UK GOVT TO EVACUATE MORE CITIZENS FROM WUHAN

The UK government is chartering one more flight to bring Britons back from Wuhan in China.

It'll leave on Sunday, returning to RAF Brize Norton.

Over 100 UK nationals and members of their families have already been evacuated from Wuhan, the epicentre of the coronavirus outbreak.

The Foreign Office is also advising all Britons in China to leave if they can.

UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock says everything possible is being done for Britons in China and back home.

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Nigeria expects e-cars in 2021 as UK bans petrol vehicles by 2035



Nigeria is expected to receive its first set of electric cars next year with two local firms already working on the project.

This is coming on the back of the United Kingdom's announcement to ban the sale of petrol/diesel and hybrid cars from 2035, a move that has been described as posing risks for Nigeria.

Correspondent Phil Ihaza reports from Abuja.


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Six new cases in Thailand

Thailand has reported six new cases of the deadly coronavirus - four Thai nationals and two Chinese tourists. The government also announced steps to try to prevent further human to human transmission of the virus.

Daniel Quinlan reports.

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South Indian state on high alert after neighbour state confirms 3 coronavirus patients

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Its neighbouring state Kerala confirmed three cases of coronavirus days ago.
Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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Tuesday, February 4, 2020

Iowa Caucus Results Expected to Be Released 5pm EST Following Stunning Technical Failure


The Democratic Party says it will release the majority of caucus results Tuesday by 5 pm EST… following a disastrous night of caucusing in Iowa

Claiming victory out of the chaos is U.S. President Trump, who took to twitter, calling the evening an "unmitigated disaster", and suggesting it as evidence that Democrats cannot be trusted to lead the country.

Jillian Wolf has more from New York.

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U.S. President Donald Trump delivers State of the Union on eve of impeachment vote


U.S. President Donald Trump is preparing to give the annual State of the Union address.

He's set to speak to Congress the day before his impeachment trial ends with a vote in the U.S. Senate.

Our Washington correspondent Giles Gibson has this preview

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Weinstein accuser testifying again after breaking down on the stand

A woman who accuses Harvey Weinstein of rape is facing a third day of
cross examination by the movie mogul's defense team.

Court proceedings were cut short Monday after Jessica Mann broke down
into tears.

Weinstein has pleaded not guilty to charges of raping Mann and
sexually assaulting another woman.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Trial date set for Giuliani associates

A trial date has been set for two associates of Donald Trump's
personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani, who have been charged with violating
campaign finance laws.

Lev Parnas and Igor Fruman will appear in court in October, just weeks
before the US Presidential election.

Sarah Walton reports from New York

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Marine le Pen's party sued for 10 million dollar unpaid loan

Marine Le Pen's political party is being sued in Russia for ten million dollars, after it failed to repay a loan from a Russian firm made in 2014. 

The party, now called the National Rally, is close to financial collapse after a series of court cases. 

Elena Casas reports from Paris.


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Marine le Pen's party sued for 10 million dollar unpaid loan

Marine Le Pen's political party is being sued in Russia for ten million dollars, after it failed to repay a loan from a Russian firm made in 2014. 

The party, now called the National Rally, is close to financial collapse after a series of court cases. 

Elena Casas reports from Paris.


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2020 to be a "defining year of climate action" for the planet, says UK PM

A ban on selling new petrol, diesel or hybrid cars in the UK will be brought forward to the year 2035. The change comes after experts said 2040 would be too late if the UK wants to achieve its target of emitting virtually zero carbon by 2050.


Prime Minister Boris Johnson unveiled the policy as part of a launch event for a United Nations climate summit in November.


With more, here's Benji Hyer. 


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First case of coronavirus confirmed in Brussels

Belgium has reported its first confirmed case of coronavirus - one of nine Belgians repatriated from China over the weekend. 

All nine patients were placed into quarantine, with one testing positive for the virus. 

Lucy Hough (HOFF) has more from Brussels: 

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Ebola Cases Drop in Eastern DR Congo, Says WHO

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The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported a significant decline in the number of new Ebola cases.

Only one case was confirmed over the last three days in the eastern territory of Beni. Authorities say the cases are the fewest since the outbreak began in 2018.

Chris Ocamringer reports.

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Hong Kong reports first coronavirus death

Hong Kong has confirmed its first death in the Wuhan coronavirus outbreak, marking the second death outside of mainland China. Grace Lee has the details.


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Russian Athletics board resigns

The entire board of the Russian Athletics Federation has resigned after a meeting with the country's new sports minister. It comes as Russia awaits the results of its appeal of a ban issued by the World Anti-Doping Agency. Julia Chapman has more from Moscow.

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