A teacher in New York has been arrested for allegedly giving a student
a Covid-19 vaccine dose.
Police say she isn't legally authorized to administer vaccines.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
FBI sees no threat for Jan 6th anniversary
The FBI says it has "no credible threats" of violence from groups
planning to mark the Jan 6th anniversary of the US Capitol attack.
President Joe Biden will mark the day with a speech warning of
continuing threats to democracy.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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planning to mark the Jan 6th anniversary of the US Capitol attack.
President Joe Biden will mark the day with a speech warning of
continuing threats to democracy.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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New guidance in England for PCR tests
People in England who test positive for COVID-19 on a rapid test - but have no symptoms - will no longer have to follow up with a PCR.
Labs in the UK are currently under pressure after a surge in new cases driven by the Omicron variant.
Giles Gibson is in London and has the details.
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US private job creation in December doubles expectations
The number of jobs being created in the US private sector grew by more
than twice the anticipated level last month.
Most new posts were in the leisure and hospitality industries.
Sarah Walton reports
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than twice the anticipated level last month.
Most new posts were in the leisure and hospitality industries.
Sarah Walton reports
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DRC UNIVERSITY STAFF STRIKE
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An association of university professors in the Democratic Republic of Congo has announced the start of a strike over pay and working conditions.
The lecturers and other staff plan to lay down their tools for 12 days to compel the government to fulfill a promise it made last year, to increase their salaries. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...
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Europe has no strong partner than America: German FM in Washington
Germany's Foreign Minister travels to Washington Wednesday to discuss the brewing tensions on the border between Russia and Ukraine.
It's the first time Analena Baerbock has traveled to the United States since becoming Germany's top diplomat last month.
Trent Murray reports from Berlin.
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It's the first time Analena Baerbock has traveled to the United States since becoming Germany's top diplomat last month.
Trent Murray reports from Berlin.
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Truck Drivers in East Africa Protest COVID-19 Testing Fee
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In Uganda a strike by truck drivers from the East Africa region has entered day two.
The truckers are protesting
Uganda recently introduced a mandatory $30 fee for all incoming travelers, including truck drivers.
Isabel Nakirya reports.
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Kazakhstan's government resigns amid protests
Kazakhstan's president has accepted the resignation of the government amid a wave of protests that has led to clashes between police and demonstrators. More than 200 people were arrested on Tuesday. Julia Chapman has more.
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TRAVEL INDUSTRY URGES CHANGES TO TESTING RULES
The UK's travel industry is urging the government to remove all Covid testing requirements for international arrivals to Britain.
Pre-departure and day two PCR testing were reintroduced at the end of last year in response to the Omicron variant.
The measures are being reviewed this week.
Travel journalist Simon Calder says the sector believes the rules can be relaxed without an impact on cases.
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India records over 58,000 fresh daily cases; double the number recorded 4 days ago
India logged over 58,000 fresh COVID cases in the past day. This is double the number recorded just four days ago.
Health experts are expressing concern over the rapid spread of coronavirus infections, requesting that people adhere to the COVID guidelines imposed by the government.
Sreoshi Mukherjee reports from New Delhi.
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Health experts are expressing concern over the rapid spread of coronavirus infections, requesting that people adhere to the COVID guidelines imposed by the government.
Sreoshi Mukherjee reports from New Delhi.
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North Korea launches suspected ballistic missile
North Korea launched what is suspected to be a ballistic missile on Wednesday morning in a move underscoring the country's resolve to bolster its military.
Both Japan and South Korea are closely monitoring the situation, and Seoul says it's preparing for a possible additional launch.
Phoebe Amoroso reports from Tokyo.
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Hong Kong ramps up testing in bid to stop spread of Omicron
A mass COVID-19 testing operation is underway in Hong Kong, as health authorities try to prevent the spread of the Omicron variant. Compulsory testing is taking place at multiple residential buildings, and a cruise ship that's been linked to a new cluster of cases.
Richard Kimber reports.
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Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Dow hits another record but the tech sector falls
The Dow Jones has begun the New Year with two strong trading days
pushing the index into record territory.
But there were losses for the Nasdaq after a tough day for the tech sector.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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pushing the index into record territory.
But there were losses for the Nasdaq after a tough day for the tech sector.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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RECORD COVID INFECTIONS REPORTED IN UK
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said the battle against Covid19 is not over and that there could be a challenging few weeks ahead. It comes as yet another record number of daily infections were recorded. Laura Makin-Isherwood reports.
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BORIS JOHNSON PREDICTS CHALLENGING WEEKS AHEAD
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said the next few weeks will be challenging, as Covid19 case rates continue to rise. Mr Johnson said with evidence that the Omicron variant may be less severe and fewer people needing intensive care in hospital there is a chance to 'ride out this Omicron wave'. But he also urged those who had not yet been vaccinated to get a jab - amid record numbers of daily infections.
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NYC judge weighs up whether to throw out Prince Andrew sex assault lawsuit
A judge in New York has heard arguments on whether a civil case against Prince Andrew should be dismissed.
The Duke of York is accused of sexually assaulting Virgina Giuffre when she was a teenager. A charge he denies.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Biden meeting Covid advisors amid record infections, growing hospitalizations
The United States recorded more than one million new Covid cases in a single day on Monday….that is a global 24-hour record.
President Biden is meeting members of his Covid-19 response team at the White House, with the latest data showing more than 103 thousand people are in hospitals in the US needing treatment for Covid.
More than 6 thousand of them are in Illinois, where JB Pritzker is the state's governor.
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UK train networks struggle due to COVID staff absences
Train services are being cancelled across the U.K. as firms struggle with chronic staff absences amid surging coronavirus cases.
Anybody in the UK who tests positive for COVID-19 must isolate immediately, straining transport networks and other industries as the country returns to work after the festive season.
Our correspondent Giles Gibson has more from London.
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NYC subway services affected by Covid-19 staff shortages
Some New York City subway services have been suspended because of
Covid related staff shortages.
Commuters are also being told to expect longer waiting times.
Sarah Walton reports
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Covid related staff shortages.
Commuters are also being told to expect longer waiting times.
Sarah Walton reports
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US records more than one million new Covid cases in a single day
The United States has recorded more than one million new Covid cases in a single day.
That’s according to the latest data released by Johns Hopkins University, as public health officials warn the Omicron surge has yet to peak in the US, and the worst is still to come.
Nina-Maria Potts has more:
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