Prosecutors in New York have apparently rejected an offer from Donald
Trump's legal team to settle a civil case.
According to the New York Times the state's attorney general is also
weighing whether to sue at least one of the former president's
children.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Thursday, September 15, 2022
PUTIN TO ADDRESS CHINA'S 'QUESTIONS & CONCERNS' ABOUT WAR IN UKRAINE
Russian President Vladimir Putin says he will address China's 'questions and concerns' about what he called the 'Ukrainian crisis'.
Ahead of a one-to-one meeting in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, he told China's President Xi Jinping — who called President Putin 'a dear, longtime friend' — that their countries' relationship is an example of responsible cooperation of world powers.
It's their first in-person meeting since Russia invaded Ukraine in February.
Stuart Smith reports from Moscow.
Ahead of a one-to-one meeting in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, he told China's President Xi Jinping — who called President Putin 'a dear, longtime friend' — that their countries' relationship is an example of responsible cooperation of world powers.
It's their first in-person meeting since Russia invaded Ukraine in February.
Stuart Smith reports from Moscow.
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EU boss makes first trip to Ukraine since Kyiv officially became candidate for EU membership
The president of the European Commission boss is making her first trip to Ukraine since Kyiv officially became a candidate for EU membership.
It's Ursula von der Leyen's third trip to Ukraine since the start of the war in February.
Ross Cullen reports.
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http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0915UVDLkyiv-rc-generic.mp3Floods: Over 300 People Killed In Nigeria in 2022
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The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) says more than 300 people have so far been killed in flood disasters across Nigeria in 2022.
The Director General of NEMA, Mustapha Ahmed, who disclosed in Abuja said over 50 flood disaster alerts were received by the agency on a daily basis, with more than 100 communities affected.
Ajeck Mangut reports from Abuja.
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THOUSANDS FILE PAST QUEEN'S COFFIN
Mourners have been queuing through the night in London to visit the Queen as she lies in state.
It's the first full day that her coffin is in Westminster Hall in London - before the state funeral in London on Monday.
Hundreds of thousands are expected to file past her casket between now and then - including these people who are in the queue.
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It's the first full day that her coffin is in Westminster Hall in London - before the state funeral in London on Monday.
Hundreds of thousands are expected to file past her casket between now and then - including these people who are in the queue.
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Pakistan's struggle with devastating floods continues with death toll around 1500
Pakistan is continuing to grapple with devastating floods which have claimed about 1500 lives since mid-June.
Rescue and relief operations are underway in flood-hit areas.
Our correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports.
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Woman arrested in S Korea over bodies of children found in suitcases in NZ
A 42-year-old woman has been arrested in South Korea for the alleged murder of two children whose bodies were discovered in suitcases bought at an auction in New Zealand.
She is now facing extradition to New Zealand, where she will face charges of murder.
Dave Yin reports.
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She is now facing extradition to New Zealand, where she will face charges of murder.
Dave Yin reports.
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Chengdu Starts Easing Lockdown As Infections Taper
The Chinese city of Chengdu has begun easing lockdown restrictions in some areas as a recent outbreak has come under control, according to local authorities.
Chengdu has been under lockdown since the start of the month.
Patrick Fok reports from Beijing.
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Macau begins negotiations for casino licenses amid COVID-19 restrictions
The government in Macau is beginning negotiations with casino operators for new licenses in the world’s biggest gambling hub. But analysts say the process is facing unprecedented complications due to China’s strict COVID-19 restrictions.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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Wednesday, September 14, 2022
Stocks recover after huge selloff
U.S. stocks stabilized Wednesday after a massive selloff the day before.
The Dow posted its worst day in two years on Tuesday after the release
of a disappointing inflation report.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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The Dow posted its worst day in two years on Tuesday after the release
of a disappointing inflation report.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Biden hails EV investment ahead of midterms
President Biden has hailed his administration's investment in electric vehicles during a visit to the Detroit Auto Show in Michigan.
It's the largest such event in North America and part of the President's stepped-up travel ahead of the midterm elections.
Our Washington correspondent Kate Fisher reports
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California sues Amazon over alleged anticompetitive behavior
The state of California has filed a lawsuit against Amazon, accusing the online retail giant of anticompetitive behavior.
The lawsuit alleges that Amazon restricts its third-party sellers from offering their products elsewhere for a lower price.
Ira Spitzer reports from San Francisco
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UN Sec-Gen says chance of Ukraine peace deal currently minimal
The United Nations Secretary-General says the current chances of a
peace deal between Russia and Ukraine are minimal.
Antonio Guterres says he spoke with Russia's President on Wednesday
and discussed the global food crisis exacerbated by the war.
William Denselow reports from UN headquarters in New York.
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peace deal between Russia and Ukraine are minimal.
Antonio Guterres says he spoke with Russia's President on Wednesday
and discussed the global food crisis exacerbated by the war.
William Denselow reports from UN headquarters in New York.
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France extends energy price cap into 2023
France will limit energy price rises to 15 percent next year, as the government battles to control the explosion of costs and supply issues affecting Europe's energy market.
Speaking on Wednesday / 14 September, the prime minister Elisabeth Borne said France will extend its price cap to deal with the cost-of-living crisis.
Ross Cullen reports now from Paris.
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http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0914frenchenergy-rc-generic.mp3Uzbek city of Samarkand readies to host landmark summit, Xi-Putin talks
Chinese President Xi Jinping is on day two of his first trip abroad since the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. President Xi is in Uzbekistan for the annual summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
The group includes core members Russia, China, India, Pakistan and the Central Asian states -- partners include Turkey and Iran.
The summit is seen as a landmark event, as the group of leaders gathers for talks for the first time since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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CSTO MILITARY ALLIANCE CHIEF HEADING TO ARMENIA
Armenia has been granted a degree of military support from the CSTO alliance, after an attack by Azerbaijan earlier in the week.
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan invoked Article 4 of the Collective Security Treaty Organisation — a military alliance dubbed the NATO of post-Soviet states — which allows one member to request the help of the others.
It's the same Russia-led alliance that intervened in Kazakhstan in January this year.
Stuart Smith has more from Moscow.
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan invoked Article 4 of the Collective Security Treaty Organisation — a military alliance dubbed the NATO of post-Soviet states — which allows one member to request the help of the others.
It's the same Russia-led alliance that intervened in Kazakhstan in January this year.
Stuart Smith has more from Moscow.
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White House summons U.S. railroad officials for talks as freight workers strike looms closer
The White House has summoned railroad and union officials for a
high-stakes day of talks in Washington on Wednesday.
Government officials fear a looming strike by 60,000 railroad freight
workers ..that could cripple the U.S. economy.
Gabrielle Fahmy reports.
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high-stakes day of talks in Washington on Wednesday.
Government officials fear a looming strike by 60,000 railroad freight
workers ..that could cripple the U.S. economy.
Gabrielle Fahmy reports.
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Another South African airline liquidated
South African regional airline SA Express has been grounded since it went into provisional liquidation, in April 2020. On Wednesday, the South Gauteng High Court delivered a final liquidation order for SA Express, which was not opposed. Mark Roughton reports.
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EU chief promises energy measures at setpiece annual speech
The president of the European Commission has presented new proposals to try to deal with Europe's deepening energy crisis.
Making her annual State of the European Union speech, Ursula von der Leyen also pledged renewed support for Ukraine - with the Ukrainian first lady in attendance as the guest of honour.
Ross Cullen reports.
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http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0914SOTEU-rc-generic.mp3Nigeria Students' Protests
University students in Nigeria have protested over a seven month strike embarked on by their lecturers.
They blocked the popular Lagos – Ibadan expressway in the country's southwest, subjecting commuters to a hectic time.
Correspondent Tesem Akende reports from Jos.
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