Twitter's whistleblower is set to testify before the U.S. Congress.
Former top executive Peiter Zatko has accused the social media company
of being reckless when it comes to cybersecurity.
Gabrielle Fahmy reports.
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Tuesday, September 13, 2022
Ukrainian President claims massive military gains over Russia; Kremlin says army "regrouping"
Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelensky claims the country has recaptured more than 3500 square miles of territory from the Russians so far this month, and he's promising further efforts to push Russian forces back.
There's been no independent confirmation possible of the Ukrainian leader's claims, but there is widespread evidence to support the view that the Russians have suffered heavy losses in the last few days.
Reporter Julia Chapman is in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv with more on what President Zelensky had to say.
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The Kremlin says that Russian troops in Ukraine are "regrouping"…..Russia still holds about one fifth of Ukrainian territory.
Former Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Kasyanov, now a prominent critic of President Putin, says the Russian leader's difficulties are growing.
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The leader of Russia’s Communist Party is now describing the situation in Ukraine as a full-scale war and is urging President Putin to engage in a full-scale nationwide call-up of additional troops.
But calls are also growing in Russia for Vladimir Putin’s resignation as news spreads of Ukraine’s
recent military victories.
Reporter Stuart Smith in Moscow works within the Kremlin’s reporting restrictions.
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QUEEN'S COFFIN HEADS TO LONDON
Queen Elizabeth II's coffin is en route back to London from Scotland ((UPDATE AS REQUIRED)).
Olly Barratt reports from Windsor.
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LONDON HOTEL PRICES SURGE AHEAD OF QUEEN'S FUNERAL
Authorities in London are preparing for a big surge in visitors in coming days, as the capital gets ready to host the funeral of Queen Elizabeth the second.
Some businesses are capitalising on the crowds of wellwishers by increasing prices for key services.
From London, Trent Murray has more.
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Some businesses are capitalising on the crowds of wellwishers by increasing prices for key services.
From London, Trent Murray has more.
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UK unemployment rate at lowest in almost 50 years
Britain's unemployment rate is at its lowest in almost 50 years.
The Office for National Statistics announced that the unemployment rate sank to 3.6 per cent in the three months to July, the lowest since 1974.
But experts warn that fewer people are entering the job market.
Our UK correspondent Sally Patterson has more.
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John Lennon’s killer denied bail for 12th time
The man who shot and killed John Lennon outside his New York apartment building in 1980 has been denied bail for the 12th time.
Mark David Chapman had gone before the parole board in August.
Toni Waterman has more.
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Mark David Chapman had gone before the parole board in August.
Toni Waterman has more.
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Ukraine Wheat Arrives in Sudan
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A ship carrying wheat from Ukraine has arrived at Port Sudan.
It's the first shipment to the north-African nation since the start of the Russian – Ukraine in February.
Naba Mohiedeen reports from Khartoum.
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U.S. inflation remains stubbornly high
Inflation in the United States remains stubbornly high despite a
recent drop in gasoline prices.
Analysts expect this fresh data will convince the Federal Reserve to
press on with its plan to keep aggressively raising interest rates.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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recent drop in gasoline prices.
Analysts expect this fresh data will convince the Federal Reserve to
press on with its plan to keep aggressively raising interest rates.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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DRC WAR LORD CASE
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The International Criminal Court has ordered a review of a 30 million dollar reparation package for victims of atrocities committed by former Congolese rebel leader Bosco Ntaganda.
The appeals chamber of the court directed a new reparations order to be issued saying the Trial Chamber did not make a clear determination of the number of victims to be compensated.
Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa.
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US DoJ accepts Trump's special master candidate to review classified files
The US Department of Justice has said it will accept Donald Trump's
candidate to review the classified documents seized from his Florida
property last month.
The so-called Special Master will decide if any of the files should be
kept from prosecutors as part of its inquiry into the mishandling of
sensitive documents.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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candidate to review the classified documents seized from his Florida
property last month.
The so-called Special Master will decide if any of the files should be
kept from prosecutors as part of its inquiry into the mishandling of
sensitive documents.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Nigeria Airport Workers Protest
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Aviation unions have given Nigeria's Government a 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government over what they say are anti-labour clauses in a recently amended aviation bill.
The unions say clauses inserted in the bill gives the Minister of Aviation overriding powers to direct affairs on issues affecting trade unions in the industry.
Ajeck Mangut reports from Abuja.
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Mourners Warned Of London Transport Disruption
Extra trains are being laid on to try and deal with a huge influx of mourners heading to London to pay their respects to Queen Elizabeth II.
It's thought that hundreds of thousands or even potentially millions of people will descend on the English capital in the coming days.
John Bevir (Beaver) reports.
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Mourners queue to see Queen's coffin in Scotland
Thousands of mourners are waiting to see the Queen's coffin in Scotland.
On Monday, King Charles led a procession to St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh, where his mother is now lying in rest.
Later on Tuesday the coffin will be flown from Edinburgh to London, accompanied by the Queen's daughter Princess Anne.
Sally Patterson has more.
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India's Supreme Court to decide if affirmative action for economically weak is "constitutional"
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India's Supreme Court will examine a new government provision that grants a 10 percent quota in government jobs and admissions for the Economically Weaker Section
It refers to those who possess an income of less than $10,000 a year.
It refers to those who possess an income of less than $10,000 a year.
It has been argued that the amendment departs from the view that the Constitution should only give out special protections to socially disadvantaged groups - based on India's archaic caste system.
Ishan Garg reports.
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S Korea's and Japan considering first ever bilateral talks in New York: Report
South Korea is considering a meeting between President Yoon Suk-yeol and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on the sidelines of an upcoming U.N. General Assembly, The Japan Times has reported, citing an unnamed official.
It comes amid a long-standing dispute between the two countries over war reparations, and growing threats of nuclear conflict from North Korea.
Dave Yin reports.
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It comes amid a long-standing dispute between the two countries over war reparations, and growing threats of nuclear conflict from North Korea.
Dave Yin reports.
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China Confirms Xi Jinping Visit to Central Asia
China has confirmed its leader, Xi Jinping, will travel to central Asia for his firts trip abroad since the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic.
That's according to a statement issued by the Foreign Ministry in Beijing.
All eyes will be on a likely meeting with Russian President Vladmir Putin at a gathering of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Uzbekistan.
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That's according to a statement issued by the Foreign Ministry in Beijing.
All eyes will be on a likely meeting with Russian President Vladmir Putin at a gathering of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Uzbekistan.
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Monday, September 12, 2022
Stocks soar on inflation hopes
U.S. stocks climbed Monday on hopes that price pressures are starting
to subside.
Investors are now eagerly awaiting a key inflation report due out on Tuesday.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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to subside.
Investors are now eagerly awaiting a key inflation report due out on Tuesday.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Succession, Ted Lasso look to continue Emmys success
The HBO drama Succession and the Apple series Ted Lasso will look to continue their dominance at this year's Emmy awards.
The ceremony honoring excellence in television takes place Monday in Los Angeles.
Ira Spitzer reports from California.
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Kremlin under fire after Ukrainian forces capture large amounts of territory previously seized
The Kremlin, facing mounting questions about the country's invasion of Ukraine, has sidestepped questions about whether Vladimir Putin has confidence in his defense minister.
Russian officials now say their forces are outnumbered 8 to 1 by the Ukrainian army in some parts of the country and are conceding that they have lost territory they previously seized there.
In Moscow, there's been growing criticism of the Russian army's performance in Ukraine on state television, and questions raised about Vladimir Putin's decision to invade.
Reporter Stuart Smith is in Moscow, working within the Kremlin's reporting restrictions.
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And our reporter Julia Chapman is in Kyiv.
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QUEEN LIES IN REST IN EDINBURGH
Queen Elizabeth II's body is now lying in rest in St Giles's Cathedral in Edinburgh.
King Charles will join a vigil alongside the coffin as part of his visit to Scotland.
Olly Barratt reports from Windsor.
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King Charles will join a vigil alongside the coffin as part of his visit to Scotland.
Olly Barratt reports from Windsor.
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