Thursday, June 18, 2020

Russia admits nearly 500 medics died of COVID-19

Russian health officials have for the first time revealed the number of medical workers who have died from coronavirus. 489 doctors, nurses and paramedics have lost their lives treating patients throughout the pandemic. Julia Chapman has more from Moscow.

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VERA LYNN DIES AT 103

Dame Vera Lynn, whose songs helped raise morale in World War Two, has died aged 103. The singer's family confirmed "the passing of one of Britain's best-loved entertainers" on Thursday morning. 


The Forces' Sweetheart was known for hits such as We'll Meet Again. 

From London, Benji Hyer reports. 
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France and UK to mark the 80th anniversary of Charles de Gaulle WWII rallying cry

The French president has been attending events in Paris on Thursday morning to mark the 80th anniversary of the 18th June 1940 speech made by Charles de Gaulle.

France's World War Two leader made the address to the French people from London after the Nazi invasion of France.

Ross Cullen reports from Paris.

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Uganda Drug Authority Warns Against Dexamethasone

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Uganda's National Drug Authority has warned the public against buy of dexamethasone, the drug the UK government says has shown effectiveness in the treatment of COVID-19.

 

A statement by the drug authority says dexamethasone is a prescription-only drug and should only be accessed after authorization from a medical specialist.

 

Michael Baleke reports from Kampala…


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U.S. expresses worry over killings in northern Nigeria



The United State government has expressed worry over the incessant attacks on citizens of Nigeria living in the northern part of the country.

Correspondent Phil Ihaza reports from Abuja.



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MACRON IN LONDON FOR TALKS

French President Emmanuel Macron visits London later (on Thursday) for World War Two commemorations and talks with Boris Johnson.

The two leaders will have socially distanced meetings to discuss the response to the coronavirus pandemic.

It's expected they'll also hold discussions on so-called 'air bridges' - exemptions to the UK's current quarantine for international arrivals.

Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab says the UK will move cautiously.

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India and China to hold military talks following deadly border clash

Indian and Chinese military officers are holding talks following deadly border clashes which took place on Monday in which at least 20 Indian soldiers were killed.

The country's foreign ministries on Wednesday promised not to escalate the situation, but both blame each other for the incident.

Our correspondent, Rebecca Bundhun, reports from Mumbai

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"He is a Liar": Trump responds to Bolton allegations.

President Trump has responded to the allegations made by John Bolton in his forthcoming book, telling the Wall Street Journal "he is a liar".

The former national security advisor also gave an on camera interview where he elaborated on excerpts published by the press of his book "The Room where it happened: A White House Memoir".

Our Washington Correspondent Jagruti Dave has more.

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Beijing Reports Drop in New COVID Cases on Thursday


The number of new cases of COVID infections in Beijnig's fresh wave of the disease have fallen.

Authorities confirmed 21 new cases on Thursday, down from 31 the day before.

Patrick Fok reports from the Chinese capital.

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N. Korea says next steps will be 'far beyond imagination'

North Korea has warned it may retaliate further against South Korea, including steps that go 'far beyond imagination.' On Tuesday, North Korea blew up an office building just north of the DMZ where the two sides met to discuss cooperation. 

Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul. 

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Wednesday, June 17, 2020

Charges brought against officer who shot Rayshard Brooks in Atlanta

The former police officer who fatally shot Rayshard Brooks in Atlanta will be charged with felony murder and 10 other charges.

Garret Rolfe shot Brooks, an African American man, outside a Wendy's restaurant as he ran away to escape arrest last week.

Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave has more.

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Dow and S&P snap three day hot streak

Wall Street snapped a three day hot streak Wednesday with the Dow
Jones closing down over half a percent.

Investors have been encouraged by the states reopening efforts but
fears over a Covid-19 resurgence lingers.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Bolton book assails Trump's Presidency

The new memoir written by President Trump's former National Security Adviser John Bolton accuses President Trump of seeking to interfere in legal investigations in order to do "personal favors" for "dictators he liked".


The White House is trying to block the book's sale-and-distribution, but copies have already fallen into the hands of reporters in the US.


Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.


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"Boogaloo Boy" Charged with Murder of Security Guard

A U. S. Air Force sergeant with ties to a far-right movement called Boogaloo Bois (pronounced "boys") has been charged with the murder of a federal security officer during a Black Lives Matter protest. 

Details about the attack come as concerns rise about the extremist movement using peaceful protests against police brutality as cover for acts of violence and destruction.  Rachel Silverman has this report from Oakland, California. 


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Acacia Mining employees pay Tanzania $650,000 in tax evasion case

Three employees of Acacia Mining, a former Barrick Gold unit, have been released from jail in Tanzania after paying $649,632 in compensation for tax evasion.


Daniel kijo reports


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Human Rights Council holds urgent debate on police brutality

The brother of George Floyd has urged the UN to launch an inquiry into
police killings in America.

He spoke at an emergency debate into police brutality and racism at
the Human Rights Council.

Sarah Walton reports.

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ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE RESUMES

The English Premier League season is resuming after being suspended for over 14 weeks following the coronavirus outbreak. 

All of the remaining matches will now be played in empty stadiums. 

Holly Hudson has more. 

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US aims to limit internet companies' legal protections

The U.S. Justice Department is planning to limit legal protections for
internet companies so they bear more responsibility for their content.

President Donald Trump has been adding pressure to firms like Facebook
and Twitter.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Pancake syrup brand to change name amid calls for greater racial equality

The pancake syrup brand Aunt Jemima has announced it's changing its
imaging and name.

Quaker Oats owns Aunt Jemima and has stated that its packaging is
based on a racial stereotype.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.

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EU cracks down on foreign subsidies 'harmful to the single market'

The EU has unveiled new plans to crack down on foreign subsidies, in a bid to curb the influence of China and the US on the European market. 

Lucy Hough has more from Brussels. 

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