France, Germany decline to participate in WHO COVAX scheme

The WHO says countries comprising more than 60% of the world's population have signed up to its COVAX initiative to buy coronavirus vaccines- but a number have declined or refused to participate. 

These include France, Germany, China and the US, who've chosen to strike their own deals with pharmaceutical firms. 

Lucy Hough is our Correspondent in Brussels. 

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OVER A MILLION OF ENGLAND'S PUPILS MISSING SCHOOL

England's schools are sending home increasingly more pupils, compared to last week, due to Covid-19 incidents.

A week ago, one percent of England's pupils were home due to confirmed or suspected cases of the virus.

This week, it's four percent, meaning over a million pupils are missing school.

Stuart Smith reports from London.

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More than 200,000 Americans dead from Covid-19

More than 200 thousand Americans have now died of Covid-19.

The landmark was passed earlier today according to Johns Hopkins University which tabulates the figures.

President Trump marked the occasion by launching a blistering attack on China.

Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.

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Deutsche Bank shuttering 20 percent of German branches

In Germany, Deutsche Bank said it will slash its presence on the High Street by 20 percent, pointing to a fall in foot traffic and changing customer habits. 

 

With the details, Trent Murray reports from Berlin.

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Eastern DRC Rebel Attack

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At least 12 civilians have been killed in an attack by rebels in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

A Congolese soldier was also killed in the overnight attack that was carried out near the border of neighboring Uganda.

 Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa.

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Trump attacks China at UN General Assembly

President Donald Trump has used his speech at the UN General Assembly
to accuse China and the World Health Organization of covering up the
coronavirus pandemic.

He also said the UN should hold China to account

Sarah Walton reports from New York.

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Trump could face tax fraud investigation

A New York district attorney has suggested that Donald Trump and his
businesses could be investigated for tax fraud.

Prosecutors have been in a protracted battle to obtain President
Trump's tax returns but court filings reveal further details on the
investigation.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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NASA plans 2024 female Moon mission

NASA says it aims to put a woman on the Moon by 2024.

The mission would be the first human moon landing in over 50 years.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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TANZANIAN OPPOSITION LEADER TUNDU LISSU PROMISES TO DEFEND PEOPLE’S RIGHTS AHEAD OF OCTOBER ELECTIONS

Chadema's presidential candidate Tundu Lissu has pledged that he will bring a new constitution that will ensure citizens' powers and rights are respected.

Daniel Kijo reports.

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New COVID-19 restrictions announced in England; PM Boris Johnson urges public to comply

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has set out new restrictions in England to try to slow the spread of coronavirus, warning they could last six months.

He told MPs Parliament that the measures "will only work if people comply," pointing to those "brazenly" breaking the rules.

From London, Benji Hyer reports. 

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Russia coronavirus cases on the rise

Russia reported 6,215 new COVID-19 infections on Tuesday as the number of cases continues to steadily rise. But health officials say the situation is stable and they see no reason to introduce new restrictions. Julia Chapman has more from Moscow.

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ENGLISH PUBS TO CLOSE EARLY AS COVID-19 CASES RISE

All pubs, bars and restaurants in England will have to close by 10pm local time from Thursday.

Restrictions are being brought in to try and slow the spread in coronavirus.

The hospitality sector will also only be allowed to offer table service.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson will address the nation later (1900GMT) to set out the next steps amid rising daily case numbers of covid-19.

Restaurant owner Luca says closing early is better than shutting down completely.

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Data says India's cash usage almost back to pre-COVID levels

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Data suggests that cash usage in India is now close to pre-COVID levels.

Experts say this is good news for the country's pandemic struck economy which is heavily reliant on cash.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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S. Korea marks lowest COVID-19 cases in one month

South Korea has recorded just 61 new cases of COVID-19, it's lowest daily total in a month. The country has been battling against a spike in the virus last month that amplified social distancing measures and temporarily closed schools. 

Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul. 

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Xi Calls for Cooperation, Respect Among Countries

Chinese leader Xi Jinping called for mutual respect and cooperation between countries in his speech to the United Nations, via video, at a meeting to mark the 75th anniversary of the body.

It comes as Beijing is mired in disputes with several nations over territorial claims, trade, the coronavirus and more.

Patrick Fok reports.

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NYPD cop accused of spying for China

A New York City police officer has been arrested on charges of acting
as an illegal agent of China.

He's accused of helping Chinese officials meet top members of the NYPD.

Sarah Walton reports from New York.

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Surge in European Covid cases hurt Wall Street

Rising Covid-19 cases across several European nations sent U.S. stocks
tumbling during trading on Monday.

And it was a bad day for the financial sector as some of the world's
biggest banks face accusations of aiding criminals.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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NYC designated as an ‘anarchist jurisdiction’

New York, Seattle and Portland have been labelled as 'anarchist
jurisdictions' by the U.S. Justice Department.

The Trump administration argues the three liberal cities have failed
to adequately address violence and criminal activities in recent
months.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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ByteDance contradicts Trump over TikTok ownership

The Chinese owner of TikTok says it will maintain the majority
ownership of the social-media app, despite US President Donald Trump
saying the opposite.

The President has agreed to a deal to put US companies Oracle and
Walmart in charge of TikTok's American operations.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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US Covid-19 death toll nears 200,000

The United States death toll from Covid-19 is closing in on the grim milestone of 200,000 deaths, amid fears that the country could be heading for a new wave of infections.

More than half of states are reporting a rise in cases.

US correspondent Kate fisher reports.

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