India's richest man a step closer to acquiring news channel critical of government

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India's richest man Gautam Adani, who's perceived to be close to Prime Minister Narendra Modi is a step closer to acquiring the NDTV News network, amid concerns about press freedom.

NDTV is among the few news outlets in the country that are critical of the government.

But despite its owners' pushback, Adani is looking set to acquire a controlling stake in the firm, as Ishan Garg reports from New Delhi.

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Modi calls for Ukraine ceasefire at G20

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has once again called for an end to the war in Ukraine.

He was speaking at the sidelines of the G20 summit.

Earlier this year the Indian Prime Minister told Russia's Vladimir Putin that this is 'not an era for war'.

Neha Poonia has more.

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G20 underway in Bali

The annual G20 Summit is underway in Bali, Indonesia.

World leaders are focusing their talks on food security, climate change, and denouncing Russia's war against Ukraine.

Richard Kimber is in Bali, and sent this report. 

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Stocks fall to snap recent rally

U.S. stocks lost ground Monday despite hopes that the Federal Reserve
may soon slow its aggressive interest rate hikes.

And Amazon's shares were in focus on reports the tech giant plans mass-layoffs.

William Denselow reports from New York.


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10,000 Amazon workers to be laid off - NYT

Another round of mass layoffs is expected in the tech sector - this time at Amazon.  

According to a New York Times report, the e-commerce giant plans to axe roughly 10,000 jobs starting as soon as this week, in what would be the largest job cuts in the company's history.  

Toni Waterman has more.

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Amazon founder Jeff Bezos pledges to give away most of fortune, gives $100m to Dolly Parton charity

Jeff Bezos, founder of online retail giant Amazon says he plans to give away most of his $124 billion fortune during his lifetime.

He's been criticised in the past for not promising to donate his wealth to charitable causes.

Our US correspondent Kate Fisher reports

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'There need not be a new cold war,' says President Biden after meeting President Xi at G20

The leaders of the world's two most powerful nations met on the sidelines of the G20 meetings in Bali, Indonesia.

Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Joe Biden spoke about everything from Ukraine to Taiwan, nuclear threats, human rights and cooperation in their first in-person meeting since Biden became President.

Caroline Malone reports from Washington.

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Shooting at University of Virginia; 3 dead

A manhunt is underway in the US state of Virginia after a shooting at a university left three people dead and at least two others injured. 

Gunfire was heard on the Charlottesville campus late on Sunday night — authorities are urging people to remain sheltered in place on Monday whilst the search for the suspects continues. 

Benji Hyer has the latest. 

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Swedish fintech company Klarna expands

Swedish financial technology company Klarna is launching a price comparison website as it broadens away from its core "buy now pay later" business. It's been a difficult year for the company, which has been criticised in the UK for taking advantage of those struggling with the cost of living. Julia Chapman reports.

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EU sanctions Iran's Interior Minister and Press TV, accused of human rights violations

The European Union has announced fresh sanctions on dozens of Iranian officials accused of violently repressing protests in the wake of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini's death in custody in September. 

Iran has in the past argued European officials are interfering in internal affairs and says the bloc's accusations toward Tehran are baseless.

Foreign ministers from all 27 EU member states met in Brussels on Monday to greenlight the new blacklist.

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IMF warns of ‘gloomier’ economic outlook

The International Monetary Fund warns that the global economic outlook
is looking gloomier than it did a month ago.

In a blog created for G20 leaders gathering in Bali, the IMF said the
economic landscape is uncertain with challenges ahead.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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ISWAP Bans Farmers, Fishermen in Lake Chad from Using Nigeria’s Naira

Members of terror group, the Islamic State West Africa Province have banned farmers and fishermen in the Lake Chad from using the Naira for transactions.

 

The Naira is the currency of Nigeria, Africa's most populous nation.

 

Correspondent Tesem Akende reports.

 

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EU set to sanction more Iranian officials accused of repressing protesters

European Union Foreign Ministers are expected to greenlight fresh sanctions on dozens of Iranian officials when they meet in Brussels on Monday. 

Last month, the EU blacklisted several Iranians over what the bloc calls "the violent response to recent demonstrations" in the country. Iran accuses the EU of interfering in its internal affairs.

Rosie Birchard reports from Brussels. 

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DRC PEACE INITIATIVE

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Former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta is in the Democratic Republic of Congo for a two-day visit to try and resolve a diplomatic row between the DRC and its neighbour Rwanda. Mr Kenyatta's visit comes amid intense fighting between Congolese forces and M23 rebels in the east of the country. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...

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Biden Meets Xi in Bali ahead of G20

US President Joe Biden is meeting his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in Bali.

They’re expected to talk for two hours ahead of the G20 summit which begins there on Tuesday. 

Our reporter Rebecca Bundhun is in Bali and sent this report

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UK AND FRANCE SIGN MIGRANT DEAL

The UK and France have signed a new deal to try to stop small boat crossings in the English Channel.

It'll see the number of patrols on French beaches increased - and British staff based in French control rooms for the first time.

More than 40 000 migrants have made the dangerous journey across the Channel this year.

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly says the two countries have agreed to boost existing co-operation.

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Indian Moms Join Fight For Children's Health at COP 27

A network of mothers from India have joined a global delegation of activists at COP 27, who are urging world leaders to also focus on children's health while discussing climate change.

Warrior Moms is an Indian organisation, which has moms across the South Asian country campaigning for clean air and climate action. 

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Republicans blame Donald Trump for Midterm performance

The Democrats' retention of the US Senate is being celebrated by the party as a major boost for US President Joe Biden following the midterm elections.

Republicans are within striking distance of taking the House of Representatives.

But as our Washington correspondent Jagruti Dave reports, some GOP lawmakers are blaming Donald Trump for the absence of a 'red wave'.

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Report: Twitter pauses blue checkmarks after flood of fake accounts

Twitter has reportedly paused offering users blue checkmarks for $8 a month after the site was flooded with fake accounts.

It's the latest drama for Twitter since billionaire Elon Musk completed his purchase of the platform two weeks ago.

Ira Spitzer has more from San Francisco.

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Student loan forgiveness applications halted after federal judge blocks the plan

The Biden Administration has stopped accepting student loan forgiveness applications after a federal judge in Texas struck down the program late on Thursday. 

A note on the government website said they are working to “overturn” the orders.

The program, which was first introduced in August, would provide debt relief of up to $20,000.

Toni Waterman has more.

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