The Dow dropped more than 345 pointes with a steep sell off shortly
before trading closed on Wednesday.
Wall Street's reaction to more positive vaccine developments was
tempered by the introduction of new coronavirus related restrictions
in the US.
Sarah Walton reports.
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Covid-19 forces second shut down for New York City schools
New York's public school system is to shut down for a second time as
coronavirus cases continue to rise.
The city says it's a temporary measure.
Sarah Walton reports
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coronavirus cases continue to rise.
The city says it's a temporary measure.
Sarah Walton reports
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DRC EBOLA OUTBREAK DECLARED OVER
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The Health Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo has declared the end of the country's latest Ebola outbreak in the northwestern province of Equateur. Dr. Eteni Longondo says the disease has been contained nearly 6 months after the first cases were announced because it occurred in a wide and rugged terrain that was difficult to navigate.
Chris Ocamringa has more.
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Pfizer BioNTech 94% effective amongst over 65s
Trials suggest a coronavirus vaccine from Pfizer and BioNTech is 94%
effective in people over the age of 65.
The company has released more data after its initial findings were
announced last week.
Sarah Walton reports
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effective in people over the age of 65.
The company has released more data after its initial findings were
announced last week.
Sarah Walton reports
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Boeing approved to resume 737 Max flights
US authorities have given plane manufacturer Boeing clearance to
resume flights of its 737 Max plane, nearly 2 years after the model
was grounded over fatal crashes.
Almost 350 people were killed in two accidents in Indonesia and Ethiopia.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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resume flights of its 737 Max plane, nearly 2 years after the model
was grounded over fatal crashes.
Almost 350 people were killed in two accidents in Indonesia and Ethiopia.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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UGANDA OPPOSITION CANDIDATE ARRESTED
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Uganda's main opposition candidate Robert Kyagulanyi also known as Bobi Wine has been arrested on a campaign trail in Eastern Uganda.
Police are yet to issue a statement on the arrest but they had earlier warned Presidential aspirants not to flout COVID-19 regulations.
Hillary Ayesiga reporting from Kampala
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UK PM takes part in PMQs virtually for first time ever
Boris Johnson and Sir Keir Starmer have clashed during the weekly Prime Minister's Questions, with the opposition leader calling Mr Johnson "the single biggest threat to the future of the United Kingdom."
But, the exchange wasn't conducted face-to-face, as the Prime Minister joined via videolink from self-isolation after coming into contact with an MP who later tested positive for coronavirus.
From London, Benji Hyer reports.
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UK PM unveils 10-point climate plan, inc ban on petrol/diesel cars
The British government has announced a ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars in the UK from 2030.
It's part of Prime Minister Boris Johnson's long-awaited 10-point plan, with a commitment to make the UK carbon neutral by 2050 through a "green industrial revolution."
The country will play host to the UN's COP26 international climate summit next year.
From London, Benji Hyer reports.
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12 Nigerian police officers allegedly kidnapped
Suspected bandits have allegedly kidnapped 12 Nigerian police officers in the northern part of the country. Nigeria has been faced with a series of insecurity issues including kidnapping and banditry despite efforts by the government to stop it.
Correspondent Phil Ihaza reports from Abuja.
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Uganda Carries Out First Successful Siamese Operation
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Ugandan Doctors have carried out the first successful surgery to separate a pair of conjoined twins in the country.
The twenty hour surgery was done by a team of 20 surgeons at the Mulago hospital in Kampala.
Isabel Nakirya reports.
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AUSTRALIA – China critical of Australian Japan agreement
A defence agreement between Australia and Japan has been criticized by China.
Shaun Bindley reports
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Delhi Planning to Impose Restrictions Across the City
India added over 38,000 new COVID 19 infections in the past day, taking the country's total caseload to over 8.9 million.
The Delhi Government is planning on reimposing a lockdown in crowded markets after seeing a surge in the number of covid cases, post the festive weekend.
Sreoshi Mukherjee has more on this story...
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The Delhi Government is planning on reimposing a lockdown in crowded markets after seeing a surge in the number of covid cases, post the festive weekend.
Sreoshi Mukherjee has more on this story...
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UK UNVEILS 'GREEN INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION'
A ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans in the UK is to be brought forward to 2030.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson's confirmed the date is being moved a decade earlier - as part of his so-called 'green industrial revolution'.
He's announced a £12bn plan which also includes funding for hydrogen power, wind turbines, and carbon capture technology.
The government says the green shift can create 250 000 jobs.
Chairman of the New AutoMotive group - Gi Fernando - thinks it is a realistic plan for his sector.
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Green Party co leader - Jonathan Bartley - says the plans simply don't go far enough.
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Japan, Australia reach agreement on defence pact
Japan and Australia have reached a broad agreement on their historic bilateral defence pact. The Reciprocal Access Agreement has been years in the making - and will allow troops to visit each other's countries to conduct training or joint operations. Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has hailed the agreement as a "pivotal moment in the history of Japan-Australia ties." Grace Lee reports from Tokyo.
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Hong Kong former lawmakers arrested over anthem bill protest
Hong Kong police have arrested three former pro-democracy lawmakers, for trying to disrupt the passage of a bill to criminalise abuse of the Chinese national anthem. The former lawmakers brought rotten plants and fertiliser into the city's legislative chamber during debates in May and June.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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Trump fires top government official who maintained US election was secure
Donald Trump has fired the Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency who maintained the US election was secure, disputing the US President's claims of voter fraud.
Chris Krebs's departure follows Mark Esper's removal as Defense Secretary, another official who had also publicly disagreed with the President.
From Washington Jagruti Dave reports.
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Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Wall Street: Dow down 150 points on Tuesday
The Dow fell more than 150 points on Tuesday, breaking a recent rally
prompted by positive news on the development of a coronavirus vaccine.
Investors also reacted to disappointing sales figures for October.
Sarah Walton reports.
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prompted by positive news on the development of a coronavirus vaccine.
Investors also reacted to disappointing sales figures for October.
Sarah Walton reports.
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US cuts troops in Iraq and Afghanistan
The Pentagon has confirmed it's withdrawing thousands of US troops
from Iraq and Afghanistan.
The drawdowns will be complete just five days before Joe Biden takes
over as President.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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from Iraq and Afghanistan.
The drawdowns will be complete just five days before Joe Biden takes
over as President.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Tech CEOs Answer Lawmakers
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The CEOs of Facebook and Twitter are taking (have taken) on tough questions from Democrats and Republicans at a post election congressional hearing.
The social media companies took unprecedented steps to limit the spread of election misinformation during the 2020 election.
And as Silicon Valley Correspondent Rachel Silverman reports, the tough tone of the hearing suggests the tech companies may face new regulations next year.
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New green policies being announced in UK
The British government is to invest more than 5 billion dollars in creating 250,000 new green jobs.
It'll be releasing a long-awaited 10-point plan on Tuesday night (22:30GMT), with a commitment to make the UK carbon neutral by 2050.
From London, Benji Hyer reports.
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