Bodies of 2 men kidnapped in Mexico to be repatriated Thursday

The bodies of two men killed in a brazen kidnapping in Mexico last week are expected to be repatriated to the U.S. today (Thursday).

They were part of a group of four friends from South Carolina who had traveled to Matamoros, Mexico so one of them could undergo a medical procedure.

Toni Waterman has more.

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RUSSIA SEEKS TO JUSTIFY MISSILE BARRAGE AGAINST UKRAINE

The Russian Defence Ministry says the barrage of missiles it fired at multiple targets across Ukraine was a retaliatory strike for an attack against Russian citizens earlier in the month.

Moscow blames Kyiv for the shooting which killed two on Russian territory.

While an anti-Kremlin group claimed responsibility for crossing the Ukrainian border and killing civilians, Moscow says Kyiv must have authorised it, and this "massive" missile strike was its response.

Stuart Smith has this from the Russian capital, where Kremlin reporting restrictions remain in place.

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Biden to unveil budget plan

U.S. President Joe Biden is set to unveil his budget on Thursday with proposals for higher taxes on the wealthy and more spending on his priorities like childcare and early education.

With Republicans in control of the House of Representatives, the plans are unlikely to be adopted but they will form a blueprint for Joe Biden's expected 2024 reelection bid.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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Mitch McConnell hospitalized after falling

The US Senate minority leader Mitch McConnell is being treated in
hospital after falling.

McConnell was hospitalized overnight after tripping at a hotel during
a private dinner.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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India faces risks of power outages during peak summer

India's meteorological department predicts the current heatwave in the country could last till May.

With the temperatures expected to soar, and the country's coal stocks running low, experts warn that India may face night time electricity shortages this summer..

Sreoshi Mukherjee reports.  

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HARRY AND MEGHAN CHRISTEN DAUGHTER LILIBET 'PRINCESS'

Prince Harry and Meghan the Duchess of Sussex have confirmed their daughter Lilibet will use the title 'Princess'. The couple say it has been their children's birthright since King Charles ascended to the throne. Laura Makin-Isherwood has more from London.

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Nigeria’s Electoral Body, INEC Postpones Governorship, House Of Assembly Polls

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has postponed the governorship and state house of assembly elections to March 18th.

The elections were scheduled to be held on March 11th.

Correspondent Ajeck Mangut reports from Abuja.

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RUSSIA LAUNCHES MISSILE ATTACKS ACROSS UKRAINE

Cities across Ukraine have been rocked by a number of missile attacks overnight, with authorities reporting damage to critical infrastructure. 

It's the first full scale aerial bombardment by Russia in several weeks, with mayors in a number of cities reporting casualties. 

From Berlin, Trent Murray has more. 

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Cricket diplomacy for Modi and Albanese

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is on a three day visit to India.

He and Prime Minister Modi will sit down for bilateral talks on Friday but ahead of that the two leaders are watching their cricket teams play in Gujarat.

India and Australia are playing the final test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy. India is leading the four match series 2-1.

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US, S Korea, and Japan look to improve comms against missile launches

Japan, the US, and South Korea are looking to improve information sharing when North Korea fires missiles.

Leaders from the three countries are set to meeting in Washington next month to discuss finishing a network of direct lines between them.

Chris Gilbert reports. 

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DOJ reports finds Louisville police discriminated against Black residents

The U.S. Justice Department has found that police in Louisville, Kentucky used excessive force and discriminated against Black residents for years. 

The nearly two- year investigation was sparked by the killing of Black woman Breonna Taylor during a botched police raid on her apartment in 2020.

US correspondent Ira Spitzer has more

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Former Malaysian PM Muhyiddin Summoned by Anti-Graft Agency

Malaysia's anti-graft agency has summoned former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin following allegations of abuse in stimulus programmes launched under his leadership of the country.

He's denied the accusations and described them as a political vendetta.

Patrick Fok reports.

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Markets edgy as await call on how much U.S. Central Bank will raise interest rates

Markets moved up slightly on Wednesday as the U.S. Federal Reserve Chair did not commit to another sharp interest rate hike this month.

Labor market readings suggest interest rates will be hiked at the next central bank meeting to counter a continued strong economy.

Caroline Malone reports.

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Fox News hosts and executives thought Trump was 'mad' and couldn't wait for him to exit office

Shocking statements have been revealed ahead of the Dominion vs. Fox News defamation case over coverage of the 2020 Presidential Election.

Emails and texts appear to show Fox executives, hosts and producers including big names like Rupert Murdoch and Tucker Carlson didn't believe the fraud allegations they aired, were highly critical of then President Trump and couldn't wait for him to be gone.

Caroline Malone reports from Washington.

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Sen. Lindsey Graham says he wants to “unleash the fury” of the US on Mexican drug cartels

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham says he wants to "unleash the fury" of the US on Mexican drug cartels after four of his constituents were kidnapped in Mexico. Two died in the brazen attack.

The South Carolina Senator plans to introduce new legislation in the coming days which could designate Mexican drug cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations and authorize the use of military force against them.  

Toni Waterman has more.

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US transport safety board opens investigation into Norfolk Southern

The National Transportation Safety Board has opened a special investigation into train company Norfolk Southern.

The rail operator has been under increased scrutiny since February 3rd when a derailment spilled toxic chemicals in Ohio.

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Sally Patterson has more.

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Memphis approves police reforms as DOJ announces review of city's police and nationwide look at specialised police units in wake of Tyre Nichols death

The US city of Memphis' council has approved a series of police reforms in the wake of the death of Tyre Nichols who was beaten by officers during a traffic stop in January.

It comes as the US Justice Department announced it will be reviewing Memphis Police's use-of-force and de-escalation policies, as well as the use of specialized police units around the country.

Our US correspondent Kate Fisher reports

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Memphis City Council approve police reforms in wake of Tyre Nichols death

The US city of Memphis' council has approved a series of police reforms in the wake of the death of Tyre Nichols who was beaten by police during a traffic stop in January.

They include an annual review of police training techniques, only using marked vehicles fro traffic stops and strengthening citizen review boards. 

Our US correspondent Kate Fisher reports

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China pushes tech self-reliance to fend off US sanctions

China’s President Xi Jinping is leading a major overhaul of his government and ordering the country to become more self-sufficient in science and technology. The move is being seen as an effort to increase efficiency and fend off the impact of US sanctions.

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.

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UK rejects claims it's breaking international law with new immigration plan

Britain’s Home Secretary Suella Braverman has hit back at allegations the UK government is breaking international law with its new immigration plan- which would effectively block illegal immigrants from seeking asylum.

The UN has described the British government’s proposals as “very concerning”, while critics in the UK say there’s a strong chance the plan my contravene the European convention on human rights.

Nina-Maria Potts has more:

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