Japan's LDP keeps majority in lower house elections

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party has maintained its majority in the lower house election. The result strengthens Prime Minister Kishida's position as leader… and has been welcomed by the markets.

Phoebe Amoroso reports from Tokyo.

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Hong Kong economic recovery faces quarantine challenge

The Hong Kong government says its latest economic growth figures show the city is continuing to bounce back from the effects of COVID-19. But economists say the city's strict COVID-19 border restrictions are set to undermine the recovery. 

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.

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Biden says G20 "fruitful" ahead of crucial climate summit.

As the 2-day G20 summit wrapped up in Italy, U.S. president Joe Biden described the first in person meeting since the onset of the pandemic as fruitful.

At a press conference on Sunday, he reaffirmed the importance of the issues discussed by world leaders in Rome.

Our correspondent Julia Sun watched the President's speech from New York.

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White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki tests positive for COVID-19

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki has tested positive for COVID -19.

She was due to travel to Europe with US President Joe Biden, but had cancelled her plans citing a family emergency.

Jagruti Dave reports from Washington.

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FDA authorizes COVID vaccine for 5-11 year old's

U.S. regulators on Friday authorized the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine for children 5 to 11 years old. 

Which means around 28 million of that school age-group will soon be eligible to get a shot.

Caroline Malone reports from Washington.

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New York Attorney General Letitia James announces run for Governor

The Attorney General who oversaw the sexual harassment inquiry into
former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, is running for his old job.

Letitia James is hoping to gain the Democratic nomination next year.

Sarah Walton reports


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QUEEN ADVISED TO REST FOR FURTHER FORTNIGHT

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II has been advised by doctors to rest for two more weeks.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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Labor market in focus on Wall Street [Preview]

U.S. investors will be turning their attention this week to the health
of the U.S. labor market.

This comes after data released last week showed the U.S. economy grew
sluggishly last quarter.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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G20 leaders meeting in Rome to discuss climate, energy

G20 leaders are gathering for their first in-person summit since the pandemic took hold. 

Leaders representing 80% of the global economy will meet in Rome, Italy, to discuss a range of issues including climate change, energy and the global economic recovery. 

Europe Correspondent Lucy Hough has more. 

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NAACP urges athletes to avoid signing with Texas teams

The NAACP has urged pro-athletes to boycott Texas sports teams in response to a series of new restrictive laws in the state.

In a strongly-worded open letter, the civil rights organization said restrictions around abortion, voting rights, and a ban on mask mandates could serve as a "blueprint" for lawmakers to "violate constitutional rights for all."

Toni Waterman has more from Austin, Texas.

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Biden meets Pope ahead of G20 & COP26

US President Joe Biden has met the Pope in Rome as world leaders push
plans to tackle climate change ahead of the key COP26 summit.

Biden will also meet French President Emmanuel Macron as the two
leaders try to smooth diplomatic relations over the submarine deal
with Australia.

Nick Harper reports.

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Indian city on alert following death of popular actor

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The city of Bangalore in south India is on alert following the death of 46-year-old actor Puneeth Rajkumar.

The popular south Indian star died of a heart attack, and police have been brought in as fans have gathered in large numbers, leading to concerns that violence could break out.

Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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EU SUSPENDS FUNDING

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More than 24 million dollars has been cut following the release of a damning report that documented sexual exploitation and abuse by WHO staff during an Ebola outbreak that occurred between 2018  and 2020 in eastern DRC. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...

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Nigeria, 48 others to miss 40% vaccination target by year-end – WHO

The World Health Organization says Nigeria and many other African countries may miss the 40 per cent vaccination target set for African countries by the end of 2021.

Phil Ihaza reports from Abuja

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FRENCH AMBASSADOR SUMMONED BY UK OVER FISH

The French ambassador to the UK will face questions at the Foreign Office later - in an ongoing row over post-Brexit fishing rights.

Paris has threatened to block British boats from some ports - and tighten the electricity supply to the Channel Islands.

It says French vessels are not being given fishing licences that they're entitled to.

France's ambassador has been summoned in London to explain the country's response.

Environment secretary George Eustice says the Government's keen not to see tensions escalate.

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GERMAN PARLIAMENT EMPLOYEE CONVICTED FOR SPYING FOR RUSSIA

A German parliament employee has been convicted for spying for Russia. 

The man was found guilty of sending a disc with the blueprints for Germany's Parliament to Russian authorities. 

From Berlin, Trent Murray has more. 

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Indian state threatens to slap sedition charges for celebrating Pakistan's cricket win

Days after India lost to Pakistan at the T20 cricket World Cup, Indian authorities across the country are taking strict action against those who allegedly supported Pakistan during the match.

In India's most populous state of Uttar Pradesh people who celebrate Pakistan's victory in the recent cricket match could face sedition charges.

Sreoshi Mukherjee reports from New Delhi

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Strained relationship between France and Australia eases on the eve of G20

The leaders of Australia and France has spoken for the first time in a month, on the eve of this weekends G20 summit in Rome.

There has been little communication between Scott Morrison and Emmanuel Macron since Australia's cancellation of the submarine contract between the two countries.

Shaun Bindley reports from Brisbane

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Hong Kong officials dismiss concerns over election representation

Hong Kong officials are dismissing suggestions that the city's upcoming elections are going to eliminate opposition voices in the Legislature. The nomination process for candidates begins on Saturday, but leading democratic parties say new electoral rules mean none of their members want to take part.

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.

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Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo faces criminal complaint of forcible touching

A criminal complaint of forcible touching has been filed against
former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo.

It's been over two months since he resigned in the wake of a sexual
harassment scandal.

Sarah Walton reports.

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