The U.S. markets moved down Wednesday after the Federal Reserve
signaled a plan to raise interest rates sooner than expected.
And the Fed has also raised its interest rate expectations for the year.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Fed keeps rates near-zero, raises inflation expectations
The Federal Reserve is keeping interest rates steady at near-zero.
After its latest two-day meeting, the U.S. central bank also raised its projection for inflation this year to 3.4 percent.
Giles Gibson reports from Washington.
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Biden and Putin cite positive meeting but deep divisions remain
Both US president Joe Biden and Russian President Vladmir Putin say their first in person summit was broadly positive - but profound divisions remain between the two countries on issues like human rights and cyberattacks.
US correspondent Kate Fisher reports
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Boris Johnson called UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock "hopeless," claims PM's ex top aide
Dominic Cummings, the former chief adviser to Boris Johnson, has published a series of expletive-laden messages which appear to show the Prime Minister describing Health Secretary Matt Hancock as "totally hopeless."
In a lengthy blog post, Mr Cummings also attacks Mr Hancock for "openly lying" about the government's failings.
It follows appearances by both men in front of Parliament's health committee, which is investigating the handling of the coronavirus pandemic in the UK.
From London, Benji Hyer reports.
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The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo has ordered the closure of night clubs and limited public gatherings to 20 people in a bid to curb the spread of the Coronavirus.
President Felix Tshisekedi announced the new measures in a televised address.
The country has recorded a spike in COVID-19 cases as it grapples with a third wave of infections. CGTN's Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa.
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UK vaccination campaign in "home stretch" with more appointments for young people
Everyone in England aged 21 and over can now book their coronavirus vaccine, meaning a million more people are eligible for the jab.
It's welcome news which comes as MPs vote on extending emergency Covid lockdown laws in England for another four weeks, amid concern over rising cases of the Delta variant.
From London, Benji Hyer reports.
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Historic Biden-Putin meet in Geneva
US President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin meet in Geneva on Wednesday for historic high-stakes talks.
It's one of the most closely watched pieces of political theatre this year, but with relations sitting at a new post-Cold War low, expectations of any sort of breakthrough are slim.
Toni Waterman has more from Genva.
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It's one of the most closely watched pieces of political theatre this year, but with relations sitting at a new post-Cold War low, expectations of any sort of breakthrough are slim.
Toni Waterman has more from Genva.
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REPORTS: UK PLANS COMPULSORY CARE WORKER JABS
It's reported the Government's decided to make coronavirus vaccinations mandatory for care home workers in England.
Staff who care for adults will reportedly be given 16 weeks to have the jab, or face losing their jobs - in an effort to protect the most vulnerable.
In some parts of the care industry there's been a lower take-up of vaccination than in the wider population.
Stephen Chandler is the President of the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services and says he's concerned about intended consequences.
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As cases fall, India reopens public monuments
Thousands of monuments in India have reopened to the public today, for the first time in months.
The Taj Mahal is one of them. Strict measures will be in place to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Neha Poonia has more.
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The Taj Mahal is one of them. Strict measures will be in place to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Neha Poonia has more.
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Russell Crowe unveils plan for Australian production facility
The Australian film industry is set for another boost with Hollywood star Russell Crowe announcing his plans to construct a film studio in the state of New South Wales.
A long term resident of the town of Coffs Harbour, the Hollywood star says he's always harboured a desire to bring film production facilities closer to home.
Shaun Bindley reports.
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Japanese government to raise number of spectators allowed at Olympic and Paralympic Games
Japanese officials are set to relax restrictions on spectators at Olympic and Paralympic venues, according to domestic media reports.
John Matthews has more in Tokyo.
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Hong Kong's American Chamber of Commerce calls for security law clarity
The American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong is calling on the government to clarify the rules of the city's national security law. It says the legislation is undermining confidence in the business community, as many companies feel the terms of the legislation are vague.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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Taiwan reports largest-yet incursion by Chinese airforce
Taiwan has reported the largest-ever incursion by China into its airspace.
Chinese fighter jets reportedly flew into an area close to the Pratas Islands, as well as around the southern tip of Taiwan.
Sam Wong reports.
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Chinese fighter jets reportedly flew into an area close to the Pratas Islands, as well as around the southern tip of Taiwan.
Sam Wong reports.
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MacKenzie Scott donates $2.7bn to charities
MacKenzie Scott, the former wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, has
donated $2.7bn to charities.
She's given the money to almost 300 organizations that work in areas
of education, racial inequality and the arts.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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donated $2.7bn to charities.
She's given the money to almost 300 organizations that work in areas
of education, racial inequality and the arts.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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Tuesday, June 15, 2021
U.S. markets down as Fed meeting begins
The U.S. markets pulled back from record highs on Tuesday as the
Federal Reserve kicked off a two day policy meeting.
And the release of some economic data keeps inflation firmly in focus.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Federal Reserve kicked off a two day policy meeting.
And the release of some economic data keeps inflation firmly in focus.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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California Reopens
California has fully reopened its economy. It was the first state in the US to implement a stay at home order due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rachel Silverman has this report from Oakland.
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US Covid death toll passes 600,000 as New York lifts remaining restrictions
More than 600,000 people in the United States have now died from Covid-19.
It comes as New York announces it is lifting most remaining
coronavirus restrictions early.
Liling Tan reports.
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It comes as New York announces it is lifting most remaining
coronavirus restrictions early.
Liling Tan reports.
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US passes 600,000 Covid-19 deaths
More than 600,000 people have died from Covid-19 in the United States.
The latest milestone comes as the White House announced plans for a
party on July 4th to mark a "summer of freedom" from the virus.
As Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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The latest milestone comes as the White House announced plans for a
party on July 4th to mark a "summer of freedom" from the virus.
As Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Former French president appears in court for second time this year
The former French president Nicolas Sarkozy has appeared in court for the second time this year, as he stands trial for illegal campaign financing.
Ross Cullen reports.
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Retail spending drops in U.S.
Retail spending in the United States dipped 1.3 percent last month as
consumers pivot towards services rather than goods.
And a separate piece of economic data indicates that inflation
continues to build.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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consumers pivot towards services rather than goods.
And a separate piece of economic data indicates that inflation
continues to build.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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