Universal Studios Resort in Beijing Shuts Due to "COVID Measures"

Reports say Beijing's Universal Studios resort has temporarily closed due to COVID-19 prevention measures.

That's amid fears of a growing number of infections in the Chinese capital, and elsewhere in the country as it continues to pursue its zero-COVID policy.

Patrick Fok reports.

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Japan's PM apologizes over Ministers resignation

Japan’s Prime Minister is apologizing to parliament following the resignation of his economic minister over connections to the religious group, the Unification Church. 

It’s the first resignation to come from ongoing revelations of links between the ruling party and the group, which has been labelled a ‘cult’. 

Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo.

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U.S. stocks continue to rally on earnings on Tuesday

It's a strong start to the week on Wall Street, as U.S. stocks rallied
for a second straight day.

Some of the market's biggest players are reporting earnings this week.

New York correspondent Gabrielle Fahmy has more.

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Russia claims its shared proof of Ukrainian dirty bombs

Russia's representative at the United Nations says the country has
shared proof that Ukraine is developing dirty bombs.

Kiev strongly rejects the accusation and says Moscow is planning to
use such a weapon and blame Ukraine.

William Denselow reports from UN headquarters in New York.

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U.S. President Joe Biden gets new COVID booster

U.S. President Joe Biden is getting his updated COVID-19 booster shot
on Tuesday.

It comes as federal health officials press their case for more
pandemic funding …..with the nation heading toward winter and a
potential surge of cases.

Gabrielle Fahmy reports.

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ADIDAS DROPS KANYE WEST

Adidas has terminated its partnership with Kanye West immediately.
This follows a rash of offensive behavior recently from the American
rapper and designer.
The deal between West and Adidas is worth $247 Million.
Jody Jacobs has more...

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White House condemns Russian court's decision to reject Brittney Griner appeal

The White House has condemned the decision by a Russian court to reject US basketball star Brittney Griner's appeal against her 9 year prison sentence for drugs charges, calling the legal proceedings a "sham".

The double Olympic winner was convicted in August of smuggling and possessing cannabis oil.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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RWANDA ACCUSES DRC OF FUELLING CONFLICT

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Rwanda has accused the Democratic Republic of Congo of escalating the armed conflict in eastern DRC following the outbreak of fresh clashes between Congolese troops and M23 rebels. The Rwandan government spokesperson, Yolande Makolo also expressed concerns over the use of heavy weapons near the Rwandan border. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa....

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Russia to raise ‘dirty bomb’ accusation at UN

Russia plans to accuse Ukraine of planning to use a dirty bomb during
a United Nations Security Council meeting on Tuesday.

Kiev has rejected the accusation instead claiming that it's Moscow
that plans to conduct such an attack and blame Ukraine.

William Denselow reports from UN headquarters in New York.

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IMF: Ukraine may need $5bn a month

The head of the International Monetary Fund is warning Ukraine could
need up to $5 billion dollars a month as the war with Russia
continues.

The Fund is working on a more extensive lending program for the
embattled country.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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New PM Rishi Sunak: UK is facing a "profound economic crisis"

Rishi Sunak, the new UK Prime Minister, says the country is facing a "profound economic crisis."

But, in his first speech as PM outside 10 Downing Street, he said he's "not daunted" by the challenges that lie ahead.

Our London correspondent Sally Patterson is in Westminster for us.

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MACRON’S GOVERNMENT SURVIVES THREE NO CONFIDENCE VOTES

French President Emmanuel Macron's government has managed to survive three no confidence votes after using special powers to force the budget through parliament without a vote.

FSN's Sarah Coates has more from Paris.

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Trapped Funds: Nigeria’s Central Bank to Release $120 Million to Foreign Airlines

 

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), says it will release $120 million to settle outstanding trapped funds of international airlines operating in the country.

 

Some of the airlines under the International Air Transport Association, have been in a running battle with the Nigerian government over their inability to repatriate $464 million revenue in line with the Bilateral Air Services Agreement they have with Nigeria.

 

Ajeck Mangut reports from Abuja.

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Uganda School Fire Kills 11 Children

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Eleven children have died in a school fire in Mukono district in Central Uganda.

The 11 children killed went to a school for visually impaired children.

Isabel Nakirya reports

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Pollution spikes in Delhi as residents defy Diwali firecracker ban

Pollution levels have spiked in New Delhi as residents defied a ban on firecrackers during Diwali.

The air quality index reached levels categorised as "hazardous" across many parts of the Indian capital.

Our India correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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RISHI SUNAK TO BECOME UK PRIME MINISTER

Rishi Sunak becomes the UK's third Prime Minister this year on Tuesday.

He takes over from Liz Truss after seven weeks in the job.

The opposition Labour Party says the Conservatives have overseen 'chaos' and should now call a general election.

Tory MP Robert Halfon says Rishi Sunak is the right man to deliver stability amid economic crisis.

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Japan’s economy minister steps down after scandal

Japan's economy minister steps down after getting embroiled in scandal over ties with the controversial Unification Church.

This makes him the first Cabinet member to resign under Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's government.

Nora Weinek reports from Tokyo.

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US Dep Secretary of State visits Tokyo

The US Deputy Secretary of State is visiting Japan to discuss regional security threats from China and North Korea.

It comes as South Korea warns that Pyongyang has finished preparations for a nuclear test. 

Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. 

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Backlash continues against Ye over antisemitic rhetoric

The musician Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, is facing  a growing backlash over several recent antisemitic comments.

The talent agency CAA is the latest big name to cut ties with Ye..

Ira Spitzer reports from San Francisco.

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U.S. stocks surge on hopes of a more dovish Fed

There were big gains on Wall Street at the start of the trading week
as investors assess whether the Federal Reserve will pull back on its
interest rate hikes.

The central bank has been moving aggressively to ease inflation but
some analysts believe recession fears may prompt a shift in tactics.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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