UK opposition party rejig unveiled -- senior shadow ministers sacked

Sir Keir Starmer has sacked one of his most senior shadow ministers in his first cabinet reshuffle since becoming leader of the UK's main opposition Labour Party. 

Anneliese (PRON: Anna-lease) Dodds, formerly shadow Chancellor, has been demoted to the party's Chair, a position that had been held by deputy leader Angela Rayner.

The shake-up of Sir Keir's team follows Labour's poor election results in England last week. 

From London, Benji Hyer reports.

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US pipeline cyberattack hits fuel prices

US motorists are expected to see a shortage of fuel and an increase in
prices after a cyber attack shut down the country's largest pipeline.

Four days after the attack it's still not clear when the pipeline,
that carries almost half the east coast's fuel supply, will be
operating again.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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BORIS JOHNSON EXPECTED TO CONFIRM EASING OF COVID RESTRICTIONS

A further easing of coronavirus restrictions in England is expected to be announced - as the government continues along its so-called roadmap out of lockdown. As well as indoor hospitality getting the go ahead, people could also be allowed to start inviting others into their homes for the first time in months. Laura Makin-Isherwood has more.

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DRC REBELS KILLED

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The army in the Democratic Republic of Congo says it has killed 10 rebels in an offensive that occurred in the east of the country on Sunday.

The offensive began on Thursday in North Kivu province shortly after a state of siege imposed by the government took effect. Chris Ocamringa has more from KInshasa...

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UK TO EASE LOCKDOWN

The UK is set to further ease Covid-19 lockdown measures due to positive data on the virus.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson will announce later that indoor hospitality and household mixing can resume next Monday in England.

People will be allowed to meet in groups of up to 30 outdoors, and pubs and restaurants will be able to reopen indoor service.

Health minister Nadine Dorries says it's good news.

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India's daily COVID-19 tally dips but struggle for oxygen and beds continue

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And experts warn that the peak is yet to arrive.

Ishan Garg reports from New Delhi.

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Hong Kong government urged to boost COVID-19 vaccination rate

The Hong Kong government is under pressure to further incentivize the public to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Health experts say more needs to be done, after a medical association survey found most people are still adopting a "wait and see" approach before being inoculated. 

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.

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6 people fatally shot at birthday party in Colorado Springs

Six people have been fatally shot at a birthday party in Colorado Springs.

Police say the suspect is believed to be the boyfriend of one of the victims and turned his gun on himself.

Jagruti Dave reports.

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Japan to ramp up vaccines as COVID cases rise

Japan is aiming to speed up its vaccine rollout with the aim to roll out one million shots a day this summer. The announcement came on Friday when the government extended the state of emergency for Tokyo and three other prefectures amid an ongoing surge in COVID-19 cases.

Phoebe Amoroso reports in Tokyo.

 

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US declares state of emergency after pipeline ransomware attack

The US government has declared a state of emergency following a ransomware attack on a crucial pipeline that carries nearly half of the east coast's gas supply.

As our correspondent Jagruti Dave reports, there are growing calls from US lawmakers to bolster critical infrastructure against further attacks of this kind.

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Biden endorses Ardern's "Christchurch Call To Action" on violent online content

The White House has announced that the United States is endorsing the Christchurch Call to Action aimed at eliminating terrorist and violence extremist content online.

The White House press secretary said the Biden administration will now participate in the Christchurch Call's virtual summit in just a week's time.

Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.

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Wall Street investors await key indicator of US inflation

The Dow rallied to end the first week of trading for May, despite the
release of disappointing new jobs figures in the US.

Attentions are now turning to key inflation indicators due out in the
week ahead.

Sarah Walton reports.

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WHO APPROVES SINOPHARM COVID-19 VACCINE FOR EMERGENCY USE

The World Health Organisation has approved a COVID-19 vaccine from Chinese drugmaker Sinopharm, for emergency use.

It's concluded the jab has an efficacy of around 79% and can be given to anyone over the age of 18.

Stuart Smith has more from Brussels.

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Derek Chauvin and 3 other officer federally indicted over death of George Floyd

Four police officers have been indicted by a federal grand jury in
connection with the death of George Floyd.

They're being accused of violating Mr Floyd's constitutional rights.

Sarah Walton reports

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U.S. jobs growth falls well short of expectations in April

The U.S. economy added just 266,000 jobs in April, far below the expectations of many economists.

With coronavirus case numbers falling and a rapid vaccine rollout, the U.S. had posted strong jobs figures over the last few months.

Giles Gibson reports from Washington.

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Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine becomes first to be assessed for full approval by US drug makers

The COVID-19 vaccine-maker Pfizer/ BioNTech has begun the process of applying for full approval from US drug regulators.

It’s the first COVID-19 vaccine to be assessed for full- not just emergency- endorsement from the US Food and Drug Administration.

The news comes as Pfizer celebrates two studies showing its vaccine is highly effective against new variants.

Nina-Maria Potts reports:

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Under 40s in UK to be offered alternative to AZ jab

Most adults in the UK under the age of 40 will now be offered an alternative to the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine, due to a link with rare blood clots.

Whilst the risk of clots is extremely low, it is found to be slightly higher amongst younger age groups. 

From London, Benji Hyer reports.

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WHO COVID WARNING

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The World Health Organisation has warned of a new wave of COVID-19 infections in Africa due to delayed vaccine rollouts and new variants.

The global health body says the continent only accounts for one percent of the vaccines administered worldwide. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa.

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Conservatives triumph over Labour in historic UK by-election victory

Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Conservative Party has won a crucial by-election in the north of England.

Its candidate recorded a convincing victory in Hartlepool, a seat that had been held by Labour since the constituency was formed nearly 50 years ago. 

It's a huge blow to Labour's Sir Keir Starmer in his first election test since taking over as leader.

The vote was held as millions of ballots were also cast for the Scottish and Welsh Parliaments, as well as councils and mayoralties across England, with results expected over the coming days. 

Our UK Correspondent Benji Hyer reports.

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German Parliament approves vaccine privileges law

The German Parliament has approved plans to extend extra rights to those who have received a Covid-19 vaccine. 

The law will allow people who are fully vaccinated to avoid certain coronavirus restrictions - but the plans have caused some controversy, with civil rights groups complaining the laws will disadvantage young people. 

Trent Murray reports from Berlin

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