A new session of the US Congress will begin on Tuesday with a return
of a divided government.
The US House of Representatives will be controlled by the Republicans
following their midterm election gains, while the Democrats will
maintain the majority in the Senate.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Monday, January 2, 2023
Martina Navratilova diagnosed with cancer
Tennis star Martina Navratilova has been diagnosed with both throat and breast cancer.
The 66-year-old, who won 59 Grand Slams, previously had breast cancer in 2010.
Our US Correspondent Benji Hyer reports.
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Actor Jeremy Renner in 'critical condition' after snow plowing incident
Hollywood actor Jeremy Renner is reported to be in critical condition after a snow plowing incident near his home in Nevada.
His exact injuries have not been reported.
Our US correspondent Chris Jones reports.
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1/3 of world in recession in 2023, says IMF
A third of the global economy will face a recession this year — that's the stark warning coming from the head of the International Monetary Fund.
Kristalina Georgieva, the managing director of the United Nations's financial agency, says 2023 will be "tougher" than the year just gone.
The IMF had already cut its global economic outlook during its October Annual Meeting in Washington DC.
Our US Correspondent Benji Hyer reports.
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At least 14 killed, dozens escape in brazen Mexican jail attack
At least 14 people have died in a brazen attack on a jail in the Mexican city of Juarez on Sunday. Officials believe the attack may have been orchestrated by members of a drug cartel and dozens of inmates have escaped. Toni Waterman has more from Texas.
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Prince Harry says Royal Family has shown "no willingness to reconcile" with him and wife Meghan
In a new interview set to air this weekend, Prince Harry says the Royal Family has shown "no willingness to reconcile" with him and his wife, Meghan.
The interview comes ahead of the release of his much-anticipated memoir later this month, titled "Spare."
Giles Gibson reports from London.
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CONGRESSMAN-ELECT SANTOS EMBROILED IN NEW SCANDAL
Long Island Congressman-elect George Santos is set to be sworn in on
Tuesday despite the dark cloud hanging over his head.
Santos is accused of lying about his heritage, where he worked and graduated.
Now, the congressman elect is embroiled in another scandal as Jody
Jacobs reports from New York...
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Tuesday despite the dark cloud hanging over his head.
Santos is accused of lying about his heritage, where he worked and graduated.
Now, the congressman elect is embroiled in another scandal as Jody
Jacobs reports from New York...
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Uganda Stampede: Organizer of Concert Arrested
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Ugandan Police have arrested the organizer of the concert where 10 people died after a stampede
during New Year Festivities.
Police say he will help with investigations into the incident on New year's Eve at the Freedom City Mall near the capital Kampala.
Isabel Nakirya reports
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France reduces fuel and gas support for consumers
France has scrapped its fuel subsidy and the freeze on gas prices, leading to increased costs for consumers.
Gas prices had been frozen at the level they were in October 2021, but they can now rise by a maximum of 15 percent.
Ross Cullen reports.
Gas prices had been frozen at the level they were in October 2021, but they can now rise by a maximum of 15 percent.
Ross Cullen reports.
Almost 50 UK Shops Closed Daily In 2022
There's been a steep rise in the number of shops closing in the UK.
New figures show that more than 17 thousand sites closed their doors for the final time in 2022.
John Bevir (Beaver) reports.
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30 Killed As Terrorist Groups Clash
Members of terror groups, Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province have clashed in Nigeria's northeast state of Borno.
Correspondent Tesem Akende reports.
Take Radio
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Up to 500 people dying weekly due to UK hospital waits
Up to 500 people in the UK are dying every week because of delays to emergency care, professional bodies have warned. Wait times have been described as "appalling", with experts arguing that underfunding has exacerbated the knock-on effects of COVID-19. Julia Chapman has more.
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NEW YEAR - MORE STRIKE ACTION - UK GEARS UP FOR WEEK OF RAIL DISRUPTION
The UK is gearing up for another week of strike action on the railway networks as union members walk out, again, over pay, job security and working conditions. Laura Makin-Isherwood has more from London.
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POPE BENEDICT'S BODY TO LIE IN STATE BEFORE VATICAN FUNERAL
The Vatican says funeral preparations are underway for former Pope Benedict who died Saturday.
It's been confirmed that the current pontiff, Pope Francis, will preside over the funeral of his predecessor.
From Berlin, Trent Murray has more.
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It's been confirmed that the current pontiff, Pope Francis, will preside over the funeral of his predecessor.
From Berlin, Trent Murray has more.
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POPE BENEDICT LYING IN STATE BEGINS
Former Pope Benedict's lying in state is starting at the Vatican.
Tens of thousands of people are expected to pay their respects there ahead of his funeral on Thursday.
Benedict died on Saturday at the age of 95.
In 2013 he was the first Pope to resign in 600 years.
The Tablet's Rome Correspondent Christopher Lamb says it was a turning point.
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Tens of thousands of people are expected to pay their respects there ahead of his funeral on Thursday.
Benedict died on Saturday at the age of 95.
In 2013 he was the first Pope to resign in 600 years.
The Tablet's Rome Correspondent Christopher Lamb says it was a turning point.
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Outrage in village after Militants kill four in India's Kashmir
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The death of four civilians in India's Kashmir has sparked outrage.
This comes after two gunmen opened fire in a remote village.
Describing the two men as terrorists, local police say they've launched a search operation to track down the assailants.
Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.
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More international Covid testing requirements for travelers from China
Australia and Canada are joining a growing list of countries requiring pre-flight negative Covid tests for travelers from China. International concern is mounting over China’s decision to end its own Covid travel restrictions, in the midst of a widespread virus outbreak there.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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Philippines Restores Air Traffic Control Operations Following Power Outage
The Philippines has restored air traffic control operations out of its capital, Manila, after hundreds of flights were suspended due to a malfunction.
More than 280 flights were delayed, cancelled or diverted as a result of the technical issues that forced authorities to close the country's airspace.
The transport ministry said a problem with the power supply led to a loss of communication, radio, radar and internet.
Nancy Chua was travelling from Manila back home to Singapore with her two young children and says her flight was delayed by 13 hours.
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More than 280 flights were delayed, cancelled or diverted as a result of the technical issues that forced authorities to close the country's airspace.
The transport ministry said a problem with the power supply led to a loss of communication, radio, radar and internet.
Nancy Chua was travelling from Manila back home to Singapore with her two young children and says her flight was delayed by 13 hours.
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Friday, December 30, 2022
Man charged with murder over Idaho university student deaths
A 28 year old man has been charged with four counts of first count degree murder and one count of burglary over the mysterious stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students last month.
Authorities say tips from the public helped them crack the case.
US Correspondent Ira Spitzer reports.
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US military accuses China of "unsafe" plane maneuver over South China Sea
The Pentagon says a Chinese fighter jet "performed an unsafe maneuver" in close proximity to a US air force plane last week.
The incident comes amid accusations from the US that China's army is increasing the number of dangerous intercepts against American planes and ships in the region.
Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave reports.
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The incident comes amid accusations from the US that China's army is increasing the number of dangerous intercepts against American planes and ships in the region.
Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave reports.
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