UK, US Congratulate Nigeria’s President-Elect, Call For Calm

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The governments of the United Kingdom and the United States of America have congratulated Nigeria president-elect following his victory at the 2023 polls.

Bola Ahmed Tinubu was declared winner of the February 25th election after scoring 36 percent of the votes cast.

The election results are however being disputed by opposition parties who have threatened legal action against the country's Election commission.

Correspondent Ajeck Mangut reports from Nigeria's capital Abuja.

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LEAKS SUGGEST BATTLE OVER UK COVID SCHOOL CLOSURES

Leaked messages suggest a battle within the UK government over whether to close schools during the covid outbreak in early 2021.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock appears to have worked to over-rule Education Secretary Gavin Williamson who wanted to keep schools open.

Matt Hancock says the partial leaks of his whatsapp messages show a 'distorted' picture of the fight against coronavirus.

Critics say it shows a chaotic government response to the pandemic.

Current schools minister Nick Gibb says it was a challenging period.

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INDIA HOSTS G20 MINISTERS

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has told Foreign Ministers gathered for a G20 summit in Delhi that there's an urgent need for unity of purpose and action.

Foreign Ministers from more than 50 countries are attending the day-long summit, including US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang.

The event takes place days after a gathering of G20 Finance Ministers where the bloc failed to reach a consensus on a joint statement on the Ukraine war and issued a summary document instead.

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Hong Kong calls for a probe after another anthem switch

The Hong Kong government is demanding an investigation into how an anti-government protest song was played instead of the Chinese national anthem at an international ice hockey game. It’s the third time in recent months that the protest song has been played at sports events involving Hong Kong teams.

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.

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Japan vows to pursue return of those abducted by N Korea

Japan’s Prime Minister is vowing to take pursue measure possible to resolve historical abductions of Japanese citizens by North Korea. 

The government believes at least 17 people were taken by Pyongyang in the 1970s and 1980s. 

Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo.

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US stocks dip following manufacturing data

US stocks dipped on Wednesday after data showed manufacturing activity slowed in February for the fourth consecutive month.

The Institute for Supply Management's February survey showed data came in above analysts' projections.

Sally Patterson has more.

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Foreign enemy not responsible for ‘Havana syndrome’ - US intelligence report

A new report by US intelligence agencies says there is no "credible evidence" that a foreign adversary is to blame for the mysterious aliment known as Havana syndrome.

The assessment clashes with the conclusions of a panel of expert scientists last year.

Dozens of American diplomats and spies serving abroad have complained of unexplained intense pressure in their heads - which caused a wide range of systems like dizziness, nausea, and headaches.

Toni Waterman has more.

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US insulin-maker caps monthly cost at $35

Drugmaker Eli Lilly has announced a $35 cap on the monthly cost of insulin, in response to public and presidential pressure over the cots of the diabetes medication.

It mirrors a law passed last year that capped costs at $35 per month for people with government health insurance.

President Biden has praised the move.

Kate Fisher reports for Washington

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EU agrees regulations on green bonds

The European Union is clamping down on greenwashing in the financial markets. The bloc has agreed new rules for so-called "green bonds" to prevent issuers from giving a false sense of sustainable investments. Alex Cadier reports from Brussels.

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PRISON TIME TO TRIPLE UNDER RUSSIAN WARTIME CENSORSHIP LAWS

Russia's lower House of Parliament, the State Duma, plans to increase the potential punishment for those accused of "discrediting" the armed forces from 5 to 15 years.

While lawmakers say such "severe punishment" is required to protect Russian servicemen, human rights organisations say it's another way to punish those with opposition and anti-war views.

Stuart Smith reports from Moscow.

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US House Committee votes in favour of TikTok ban

The Foreign Affairs Committee in the US House of Representatives has voted in favor of a bill allowing Joe Biden to impose a nationwide ban on the Chinese-owned app TikTok.

But it faced opposition by Democrats who argue the legislation could stifle free speech.

Our Washington Correspondent Jagruti Dave has the details.

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Ghislaine Maxwell launches appeal against sex trafficking conviction

Former socialite Ghislaine Maxwell has asked a US appeals court to overturn her conviction of helping sexual predator Jeffrey Epstein abuse teenage girls.

In a Tuesday filing to a Manhattan court, Maxwell claimed to be immune from prosecution and cited several errors which allegedly tainted her trial.

Sally Patterson has more.

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Ohio State Governor to visit toxic train crash site

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine will visit the site of the toxic train wreck on Wednesday.

His visit comes after much controversy over where the contaminated soil and debris will be sent for disposal.

US correspondent Chris Jones has more.

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US Foreign Affairs Committee advances bill that could ban TikTok

A US congressional committee has voted to push forward legislation that would make banning TikTok allegedly easier in the United States.

The controversial legislation would also enable crack-downs on other US economic output linked to China.

Critics say the legislation- which would still need to make its way through Congress- is unconstitutional.

Nina-Maria Potts has more:

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The French president starts tour of Central and South West Africa

The French president has started a tour of four central and south-west African countries. 

He begins by co-chairing the One Forest Summit in Gabon, before heading to Angola, Congo, and the DRC. 

Ross Cullen reports.

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HANCOCK DENIES CLAIMS AFTER COVID MESSAGE LEAKS

Former UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock's denying he ignored advice to protect care homes during the peak of the covid pandemic.

The claims are made in the Telegraph newspaper which has leaked thousands of whatsapp messages from Mr Hancock as he tackled coronavirus.

Matt Hancock says the leaks create a 'distorted account' and denies claims he resisted calls to test all admissions to care homes.

Labour MP Meg Hillier says the leak raises serious questions.

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Ukraine denies Russia drone attack

A Ukrainian official has denied launching drone strikes targeting
infrastructure well into Russian territory.

Moscow claims to have blocked several strikes with one drone
reportedly aimed at an oil depot near the capital.

William Denselow has more from Kyiv.

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Russia-Ukraine could top the agenda at G20 Foreign Ministers' meeting

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Russia's war in Ukraine will again be high on the agenda when Foreign Ministers of the G20 grouping meet in Delhi.

India's diplomatic ties are expected to be under test as it hosts American, Russian, and Chinese foreign ministers together – along with other G20 representatives.

Ishan Garg reports.

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China's economy bounces back from Covid-19 curbs

China’s economy is showing signs of recovery from the impact of its longstanding Covid-19 policies. Manufacturing activity recorded its highest monthly gain in more than a decade as factories reopened after the Lunar New Year holiday.

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.

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Japan scraps most restrictions on travelers from China

Japan is beginning to scrap controversial travel restrictions on visitors from China. 

Last month the government introduced mandatory testing of Chinese travelers due to the spread of Covid-19 there. 

In response China stopped issuing new visas to Japanese nationals.

Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo 

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