India's opposition party in crisis ahead of party president elections

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India's main opposition party Congress' presidential elections have sparked off a political crisis in India's largest state.

Rajasthan's elected officials have threatened to resign.

And are asking Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot – who's the frontrunner for the job – to not take up the party leadership role.  

Ishan Garg reports.

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Japan looks to significantly boost defense spending

There is growing expectation that Japan will nearly double its defense budget in the coming months. 

The government is hinting at a significant increase as it renews it’s five-year spending plan

Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo 

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US, S Korea condemn North's missile test ahead of VP visit to region

South Korea has convened a National Security Council meeting in response to North Korea's test of a ballistic missile over the weekend.

The country's Joint Chiefs of Staff called the North's launch an act of "grave provocation."

The move has also drawn condemnation from the U.S.

Dave Yin reports.

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Retired Catholic Priest and Five Others Stand Trial in Hong Kong

A retired Catholic leader and five other democracy activists are set to stand trial on Monday over their role in running a fund to help people arrested in anti-government protests.

Cardinal Joseph Zen was originally detained earlier this year under Hong Kong's controversial National Security Law.

Patrick Fok reports from Beijing.

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WH National Security Advisor warns Russia of "catastrophic consequences" if it uses a nuclear weapon

The White House's National Security Advisor has warned of "catastrophic consequences" if Russia uses a nuclear weapon in Ukraine.

Russian President Vladimir Putin last week threatened to use any means to defend its territory.

Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave reports.

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US and Chinese Foreign Ministers meet amid tensions

The foreign ministers of the U.S. and China have met on the sidelines
of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

It's their first meeting since July and comes amid heightened tensions
over Taiwan.

William Denselow reports from UN headquarters in New York.

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CLIMATE PROTESTS

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Demonstrations against our rapidly changing climate are taking center stage on Friday, with people calling on world leaders to make the issue a priority.

The past year has well and truly shown we're at a crucial tipping point- with scorching summers, devastating drought and in some parts…catastrophic rainfall.

Sarah Coates has more from Paris.

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US privately warns Russia over nuclear weapons

U.S. officials say Washington has been warning Russia for months about
the grave consequences a Moscow-led nuclear strike would have.

It comes after Russian president Vladimir Putin threatened the
possibility of using such weaponry as part of its war in Ukraine.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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New funding to tackle drugs crisis in United States

The White House has announced the federal government will provide states with $1.5 billion in assistance to combat opioid addiction.

The funds, the Biden administration says, will be used to "increase access to treatment" for substance abuse, as Benji Hyer reports. 

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[PREVIEW FOR NEXT WEEK] Wall St looking to rebound after Fed rate rise

Wall St will be looking to rebound in the coming week, after the
Federal Reserve's continued rate hikes rattled global markets.

On Wednesday the Fed increased interest rates - for a third
consecutive time - by 0.75%.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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Thousands still without electricity in Puerto Rico

It could take several days before electricity is fully restored in Puerto Rico.
On Sunday, Hurricane Fiona made landfall, plunging the island into darkness.
Jody Jacobs has more on that story.

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Tesla recalls more than 1 million cars over fast-moving, finger-pinching windows

Tesla is recalling nearly 1.1 million vehicles because of concerns that the windows can go up too quickly, pinching people's fingers.

The recall includes all four Tesla models.

Toni Waterman has more.

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DRC CHIMPANZEES KIDNAPPED

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Three chimpanzees have been kidnapped from a sanctuary in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Authorities say the kidnappers are threatening to kill them unless a six-figure ransom is paid for their return. Chris Ocamringa has more from the DRC capital Kinshasa.

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UK government unveils major tax cuts

The UK government has announced major tax cuts, to be funded by significant borrowing.

Finance minister Kwasi Kwarteng vowed to end what he called a 'cycle of stagnation', unveiling the biggest tax cuts since 1988.

It comes as the Bank of England warns the UK may already be in recession.

Sally Patterson has more in London.

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POLAND DISTRIBUTES IODINE PILLS IN RESPONSE TO UKRAINE NUCLEAR FEARS

Concerns continue to grow about the safety of a nuclear power plant in Ukraine which finds itself in the middle of heavy fighting. 

In neighbouring Poland, the government has warned that a nuclear disaster in Ukraine would likely impact the local population and has started distributing special medication to treat radioactive exposure as a precaution. 

From Berlin, Trent Murray has more. 

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10 Die of Cholera in Nigeria’s Gombe state

Ten people have died of cholera in Gombe state, northeast Nigeria.

The government has declared an outbreak.

Correspondent Tesem Akende reports from Jos.

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UK GOVT UNVEILS MINI-BUDGET

The UK government's setting out a mini-budget of tax cuts and support for energy bills.

New Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng's already confirmed he will reverse a recent rise in National Insurance contributions.

The government says the package will boost growth, with the UK thought already to be in recession.

Opposition Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey says it's irresponsible.

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China Calls for Dialogue, De-escalation in Ukraine Crisis

China's Foreign Minister has called for dialogue and de-escalation in the Ukraine crisis.

Speaking before the UN Security Council Wang Yi also said he hoped Ukraine and Russia would strive to address security concerns.

Patrick Fok reports from Beijing.

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USS Ronald Reagan docks in Busan, South Korea for joint exercises

A U.S. aircraft carrier arrived in South Korea on Friday for the first time in about four years.

It will join South Korean ships in a military show of force aimed at sending a warning to North Korea

Dave Yin reports.

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Wall St slids on recession fears

Wall St continued its slide on Thursday prompted by fears interest
rate hikes could drive the US economy into recession.

It follows the Federal Reserve's decision to raise rates by a further
0.75 percent.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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