US troops suffer head injuries after clash with Russia in Syria

Four U.S. troops are suffering concussion-like injuries, after an apparent altercation with Russian forces in northeast Syria this week.

Reports suggest a Russian military vehicle intentionally rammed the U.S. vehicle after pursuing it.

Rebecca Foster has more from Washington:

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New US sanctions on Chinese firms, individuals over South China Sea disputes

The United States has imposed new sanctions on 24 Chinese state-owned companies it says are involved in Beijing's territorial claims in the South China Sea. 

Washington has also set visa restrictions on Chinese executives associated with these controversial maritime claims.

Here's U.S. Correspondent Liling Tan with the details.

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MANCHESTER UNITED CAPTAIN AWARDED RETRIAL AFTER GUILTY VERDICT

There will be a retrial after Manchester United captain Harry Maguire received a suspended jail sentence in Greece.

The footballer was found guilty of repeated bodily harm, attempted bribery, and violence against public employees.

He denies all charges after he was involved in a brawl on the Greek island of Mykonos.

Stuart Smith has more from London.

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Vice-President and his wife to address RNC

US Vice-President Mike Pence is expected to deliver a speech strong on American symbolism when he addresses the Republican National Convention on Monday.

He'll be speaking from Baltimore's Fort McHenry, where the inspiration for the country's national anthem originated during the War of 1812.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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UN rejects US attempt to 'snapback' Iran sanctions

A U.S. bid to reintroduce all sanctions on Iran has been blocked by
the UN Security Council.

It comes after the U.S also failed to extend an arms embargo on the country.

Sarah Walton has more from New York

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2 dead as Wisconsin protests continue over police shooting

Two people were shot dead and another injured in another night of
protesters in Wisconsin.

Demonstrators have taken to the streets for the last three nights
following the police shooting of Jacob Blake, who is now paralyzed
from the waist down.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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TANZANIA GENERAL ELECTION CAMPAIGNS BEGIN

Tanzania's National Electoral Commission has approved the nomination of John Magufuli as the presidential candidate from the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM).  The main opposition CHADEMA's nominee Tundu Lissue had his nomination approved later that day.

Daniel Kijo reports from Dar es salaam.

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Hurricane Laura expected to become Category 4- 20 million in storm’s path

Hurricane Laura is expected to be upgraded to a Category 4 Storm as it
barrels towards the U.S. states of Louisiana and Texas.

Around 20 million people are expected to be in the storm's path and
comes days after Tropical Storm Marco delivered a glancing blow to the
region.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.

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Another government u-turn on schools as masks become compulsory in parts of England

Secondary school pupils in locked down areas of England will have to wear face coverings in communal areas and corridors following another government U-turn. 

Education Secretary Gavin Williamson claims the decision came after updated advice from the World Health Organization.

From London, Benji Hyer reports.

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US calls for investigation into illness of Russian activist Navalny

The United States has called for a 'full and transparent' investigation into the apparent poisoning of the Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny. Navalny is being treated in Germany, after collapsing on a flight over Siberia. Moscow Correspondent Lucy Taylor reports.

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Marseille makes face masks mandatory outside

From Wednesday, France's second-biggest city, Marseille, is making face masks mandatory across the city, including all outdoor areas.

Additionally, all bars and restaurants in Bouches-de-Rhone, the southern region that includes Marseille, must close between 11pm-6am.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Death toll rises as rescue operations continue following building collapse near Mumbai

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The death toll has risen to at least 16 after a residential building collapsed in an industrial town near Mumbai.

Rescue operations are continuing at the site of the collapse, amid fears that some people are still trapped in the rubble.

Our correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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UK GOVT CHANGES GUIDANCE ON MASKS IN SCHOOLS

The UK government's denying it's made another U-turn, after announcing some children will need to wear masks when schools return next week in England.

Secondary school pupils will now have to wear face coverings in corridors in parts of England which are under local coronavirus lockdowns.

On Tuesday the government said it would not be reviewing its guidance that masks would not be required in schools.

Education Secretary Gavin Williamson says it's right to adapt after new advice from the World Health Organization.

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NZ: Mosque massacre - courtroom latest

In the most heart breaking of Witness Impact Statements, the Christchurch High Court has been told that the youngest victim of Brentan Tarrant's mosque massacre last year, was a three year old boy
Michael Lynch reports..

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India's central bank advises government to increase public spending

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India's central bank is advising the government to increase public spending...

which will, in turn, spur economic growth.

Analysts say India's economy has contracted significantly since April.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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Australia – Job Keeper payment will be reduced

The Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison says he continues to back the upcoming reduction in the Job Keeper scheme.

Shaun Bindley reports from Brisbane

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First Lady addresses Covid-19 and Anti-racism protests at RNC

The Republican Party has convened the second day of its national convention.

First Lady Melania Trump was the headline speaker with appearances from Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and more members of the Trump family.

Our Washington Correspondent Jagruti Dave has the details.

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Olympic flame to go on display at Tokyo museum

Starting September, the Olympic flame will be on display at a Tokyo museum, after the coronavirus pandemic forced officials to scrap the torch relay and put the Games on hold. Grace Lee has more from Tokyo.

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Chinese Media Positive on Trade Call, Warns of Rough Ride to US Election

Chinese media hailed Washington and Beijing's commitment to a Phase 1 trade deal on Wednesday,

but warned of a rough ride in the run up to the US election.

That's after trade representatives held a call and reaffirmed the agreement is being implemented.

Patrick Fok reports.

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Prominent Democrat lawmakers arrested in Hong Kong

Pro-democracy campaigners in Hong Kong are condemning the arrests of two prominent Democrat lawmakers in relation to protest events a year ago.

Local media reports say at least 10 more people have also been arrested, but police have yet to confirm the scale of the operation.

Richard Kimber reports.

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