Biden unveils $2 trillion Infrastructure Plan

US President Joe Biden has unveiled his $2 trillion dollar infrastructure package, calling it "a once in a generation investment in America"

The plan will be paid for by raising corporate tax from 21 percent to 28 percent.

Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave reports.

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Tech Stocks Push S&P 500 to Intraday Record

Gains in technology shares helped drive US markets, ahead of a speech by US President Joe Biden outlining his 2.3 trillion dollar infrastructure plan.

The S and P 500 closed out March up more than 4%, its best monthly performance since November.

Ira Spitzer has more from San Francisco.

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France extends Covid-19 regional shutdowns to the whole country

France is widening its regional Covid-19 lockdown measures to cover the whole country from this weekend, as the government steps up its fight against the third wave of infections.

In a speech to the nation, President Emmanuel Macron said that schools would have to close for three weeks and more intensive care beds would be opened up to ease the pressure on hospitals.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Dr. Philip Mpango sworn in as Tanzania’s new Vice President

Tanzania's former Finance and Planning Minister Dr. Philip Mpango has been sworn in today as the country's new vice president in the nation's capital Dodoma. 

Mpango fills the position that was left vacant after President Samia Suluhu Hassan took over as president following the death of John Magufuli.

Isaac Lukando reports.

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EMA REPEATS NO LINK FOUND BETWEEN AZ VACCINE AND RARE BLOOD CLOTTING

The Executive Director of the European Medicines Agency has reiterated there's no evidence that would support restricting the use of the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine in any population.

Despite that, Germany's Health Ministry decided on Tuesday that people under the age of 60 should not be routinely offered the vaccine.

Stuart Smith reports from Brussels.

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US extends national emergency on South Sudan

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The White House has extended a national emergency on South Sudan in order to deal with what it describes as an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States.

President Joe Biden says the current situation in South Sudan is characterised by activities that threaten the peace, security, or stability of South Sudan and the surrounding region.

Patrick Oyet reports from South Sudan's capital, Juba

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Pfizer and BioNTech announce Covid-19 safe for adolescents

Pfizer and BioNTech has announced its coronavirus vaccine is safe and
effective on adolescents.

In a trial of more than 2,000 participants aged 12 to 15 the companies
say the shot was 100 percent effective in preventing Covid-19.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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NYC man charged with hate crime on elderly Asian woman

A man has been charged with committing a hate crime after an elderly
Asian woman was attacked in New York.

The US has seen a big increase in racist incidents targeting Asian
Americans in the last year.

Sarah Walton reports.

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Biden unveils $2 trillion infrastructure and jobs plan

The White House has unveiled a two trillion dollar plan focused on infrastructure and climate change that's intended to create millions of jobs.

But President Biden's vision for reshaping the US economy is likely to face fierce opposition from Republicans and some Democrats.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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Minor lockdown changes for South Africans this Easter

South African businesses are relieved that government has made only minor adjustments to the country’s current lockdown alert level 1 regulations. These changes only apply during the 4-day Easter weekend. Active and daily new COVID-19 infection levels have been consistently low since mid-February, but there are fears that holiday gatherings may trigger a third wave as winter approaches. Mark Roughton has details.

 

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ICC DRC REBEL RULING

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The International Criminal Court has upheld a 30-year prison sentence of a former Congolese rebel leader who was found guilty of committing war crimes in the northeast of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

The court rejected Bosco Ntaganda's appeal challenging his conviction and sentence. Chris Ocamringa has more from KInshasa.

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Indian and Pakistani heads of state exchange letters, desiring peaceful relations

The prime ministers of Pakistan and India have exchanged letters expressing an interest in peaceful relations.

This exchange between the two countries has been well received by many, after a period of strained relations.

Sreoshi Mukherjee has more on this story.

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Post-BLM protests racism report published in UK

Racism has become a less important factor when it comes to social disparities in the UK. That's the conclusion made in a government-commissioned review, published on Wednesday. 

The Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities, set up in light of the Black Lives Matter protests, claims that Britain "should be regarded as a model for other white-majority countries."

From London, Benji Hyer reports. 

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Millions across England and Wales told they no longer need to shield from Covid-19

Around 4 million people across England and Wales are being told they no longer to shield from Covid-19.

This comes as infection rates have decreased since the winter peak of 80 thousand cases.

Chris Jones has more in London.

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Russia registers COVID-19 vaccine for animals

Russia has registered a COVID-19 vaccine for animals which officials say will provide immunity for at least six months. Scientists say the jab could help prevent mutations of the virus. Julia Chapman has more.

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Rise in India's daily Covid-19 deaths, as authorities voice concerns

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India on Wednesday reported 53,480 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours, according to health ministry data. The number of deaths over this period were at their highest this year, with 354 people dying of Covid-19.

India has more than 12 million infections in total and is the third worst affected country after the United States and Brazil.

Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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Correct link - Australia – $1 billion for new missile program

Australia will partner with a global arms manufacturer under a billion dollar plan to produce guided missiles at a new weapons facility.

In announcing the plan, Prime Minister Scott Morrison highlighted changing global conditions as being a driver behind the new manufacturing program.

Shaun Bindley reports from Brisbane.

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Australia – $1 billion for new missile program

Australia will partner with a global arms manufacturer under a billion dollar plan to produce guided missiles at a new weapons facility.

In announcing the plan, Prime Minister Scott Morrison highlighted changing global conditions as being the driver behind the new manufacturing program.

Shaun Bindley reports from Brisbane.

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Hong Kong electoral reforms take effect

A major shake-up of Hong Kong's electoral systems is taking effect, giving China significantly more influence over the city's politics. Hong Kong's Chief Executive Carrie Lam says the changes will strengthen the city, but democracy campaigners say the moves eliminate any real political opposition. 

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.

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Republican Matt Gaetz denies allegations of relationship with 17 yr old girl

Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz has denied allegations he had a relationship with a 17 year old girl after the New York Times first reported he was under investigation by the Department of Justice.

He says the accusations are part of a plot to extort money from him and his family.

Jagruti Dave reports from Washington.

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