U.S. stocks rebounded Thursday after the first reported case of the
Covid-19 Omicron variant was reported in the U.S. this week.
The travel sector saw some major gains despite the Biden
administration tightening public health measures.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Thursday, December 2, 2021
'Nothing is off the table': White House responds to spread of Omicron coronavirus variant
U.S. President Biden reiterated plans on Thursday to protect Ameicans against the new Omicron variant.
White House press secretary Jen Psaki said earlier that 'nothing is off the table' when it comes to controlling the spread of the virus.
Caroline Malone reports from Washington.
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RUNS: 0:57US to restart “Remain in Mexico” policy for asylum seekers
Migrants who cross the southern US border seeking asylum will again be sent back to Mexico while their immigration claims are processed.
It comes as a result of an agreement between the US and Mexico to restart a controversial program introduced by former US president Donald Trump.
Ira Spitzer has more from California.
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AU says banning African countries is wrong
The African Union says banning travel from African countries because of the new Omicron COVID-19 variant is "regrettable."
According to the World Health Organization, only 4 out of 24 countries that have identified cases of Omicron are in Africa, but many governments have restricted travel from several nations in the southern part of the continent.
Coletta Wanjohi reports from Nairobi:
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Biden tightens testing requirements for incoming travelers to USA
President Biden has announced new Covid-19 testing requirements for international travelers heading to the United States for the holiday season.
He's also pledged to donate 200 million doses of vaccines to the global community within the next 100 days.
The President said the severity of the Omicron variant requires continuing study, and he again urged more than 100 million Americans who have NOT yet received a booster shot to make plans to get one.
His main announcement was about travel.
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He also extended facemask requirements for buses, trains and aeroplanes until the spring.
But he did not unveil tougher measures that the White House Press Secretary confirmed today have been discussed, including the possibility of requiring a negative Covid test for domestic travel.
Psychologist details grooming process in Maxwell trial
A psychologist has taken the stand in Ghislaine Maxwell's sex
trafficking trial detailing how sexual abusers of children will often
groom them.
The British socialite is accused of recruiting and grooming young
girls who were sexually abused by the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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trafficking trial detailing how sexual abusers of children will often
groom them.
The British socialite is accused of recruiting and grooming young
girls who were sexually abused by the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Second US Omicron case travelled to New York for convention
A second case of the Omicron variant of Covid-19 has been confirmed in
the United States.
The Minnesota resident recently travelled to New York City for a convention.
Sarah Walton reports
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the United States.
The Minnesota resident recently travelled to New York City for a convention.
Sarah Walton reports
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Unemployment data points to improving US economy
New unemployment claims in the US have increased by less than expected.
The number of people losing their jobs across the country has also
fallen to its lowest level in nearly three years.
Sarah Walton reports
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The number of people losing their jobs across the country has also
fallen to its lowest level in nearly three years.
Sarah Walton reports
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Relatives of COVID-19 victims in UK call for apology after reports of Downing Street lockdown party
In the UK, relatives of coronavirus victims say reports of a Christmas party held at Number 10 Downing Street during a lockdown last year are "sickening."
According to the Daily Mirror newspaper, staff at the Prime Minister's official residence broke rules that were in place in December 2020.
Giles Gibson reports from London.
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GERMANY CLAMPS DOWN ON UNVACCINATED WITH NEW RULES
Germany has announced tough new Covid-19 restrictions for unvaccinated people.
Under the plans, people who haven't had their shots will be banned from most types of businesses and public spaces.
Under the plans, people who haven't had their shots will be banned from most types of businesses and public spaces.
From Berlin, Trent Murray has
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India detects the first two cases of the Omicron variant in the country
India's Ministry of Health has confirmed that two cases of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 have been detected in the country.
The ministry reported that the patients have mild symptoms so far, and asked people not to panic.
Sreoshi Mukherjee has more on this story.
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The ministry reported that the patients have mild symptoms so far, and asked people not to panic.
Sreoshi Mukherjee has more on this story.
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MEGHAN WINS LATEST STAGE OF LEGAL FIGHT WITH NEWSPAPER
The Duchess of Sussex has won the latest stage in a legal wrangling with a British newspaper - after it published parts of a letter she sent to her father. The Court of Appeal rejected attempts by The Mail on Sunday's publisher to bring the case to trial. Laura Makin-Isherwood reports.
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Russia and U.S. foreign ministers to meet in Stockholm
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will meet on Thursday on the sidelines of the OSCE ministerial council in Stockholm. Their talks come as the U.S. accuses Russia of preparing to invade Ukraine. Julia Chapman has more.
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MERKEL LEADS EMERGENCY COVID-19 MEETING
In Germany, further lockdown measures could be on the cards, as lawmakers meet to discuss the country's response to a growing number of new Covid-19 cases.
The meeting comes as doctors warn that intensive care capacity is running out at a number of major hospitals.
From Berlin, Trent Murray reports.
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The meeting comes as doctors warn that intensive care capacity is running out at a number of major hospitals.
From Berlin, Trent Murray reports.
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India's New Advisory for International Arrivals Leaves Passengers Agitated and Confused
India's new rules for international passengers have been criticised for being too harsh at a time when the country doesn't have any confirmed cases of the Omicron variant.
The federal health minister is meeting state officials to review the measures, which have led to long queues and disruption at airports.
Sreoshi Mukherjee reports
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The federal health minister is meeting state officials to review the measures, which have led to long queues and disruption at airports.
Sreoshi Mukherjee reports
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UK ORDERS COVID JABS FOR NEXT TWO YEARS
The UK's purchased 114 million more Covid jabs for future booster campaigns.
Ministers say they've signed deals with Moderna and Pfizer, which will see the extra doses delivered next year and the year after.
They'll include modified jabs if they're necessary and available.
Health Secretary Sajid Javid says boosters will be key to fighting Omicron and any future variants.
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Ministers say they've signed deals with Moderna and Pfizer, which will see the extra doses delivered next year and the year after.
They'll include modified jabs if they're necessary and available.
Health Secretary Sajid Javid says boosters will be key to fighting Omicron and any future variants.
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Australia – Government loses 10 MP's to retirement
10 Australian federal government MP's will not re-contest the next election, as parliament ends for the year.
These include former attorney general Christian Porter, who was the subject of historic rape allegations earlier this year.
Shaun Bindley reports.
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WTA Suspends China Tournaments Over Peng Shuai Concerns
The Women's Tennis Association is suspending tournaments in China over ongoing concerns about the treatment of Peng Shuai, and the safety of other players.
It says it wants a full and transparent investigation into the sexual assault allegations she made against a former high-ranking official.
Patrick Fok reports from Beijing.
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Hong Kong tightens international borders, while pushing ahead with China reopening
Hong Kong is pushing ahead with plans to reopen its border with China, while tightening its rules for international arrivals. Local health experts say investigations into cases of the Omicron variant in the city, suggest it may be more contagious than other strains of COVID-19.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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Wednesday, December 1, 2021
Confirmed Omicron case sparks Wall Street slide
U.S. stocks gave up healthy gains Wednesday following news that the
first case of the Covid-19 Omicron variant has been confirmed in the
U.S.
The travel sector was hit particularly hard by the news on fears over
fresh coronavirus restrictions.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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first case of the Covid-19 Omicron variant has been confirmed in the
U.S.
The travel sector was hit particularly hard by the news on fears over
fresh coronavirus restrictions.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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