Montana judge hands major victory to climate activists

A landmark climate decision out of Montana. A judge has ruled in favor of a group of young plaintiffs who have accused the state of violating their right to a healthy environment by supporting the use of fossil fuels, which are seen as a main driver of climate change. Toni Waterman has more.

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Georgia prosecutor about to induct Trump on fourth major case

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Another U.S. court is likely to indict former President Donald Trump on a fourth series of major charges.
Reports suggest prosecutors in the state of Georgia are about to move on their case related to attempts to overturn 2020 election results.
Caroline Malone reports from Washington.

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Death Toll Expected to Rise Further from Maui Wildfires

The death toll from last week's wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui is expected to keep rising as emergency crews continue to assess the damage.

It's already the deadliest US wildfire in over a hundred years, with 96 people confirmed dead so far.

Ira Spitzer reports.

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Taiwan will “never back down” in the face of growing threats from China, says VP in US

Taiwan will "never back down" in the face of growing threats from China, according to the Vice-President of the self-governing democracy.

Whilst transiting through the United States, William Lai, a front-runner in the territory's Presidential race, said Taiwan "absolutely will not be scared nor cower."

He was making a stop in New York en route to Paraguay, where he's attending the inauguration of the South American country's newly-elected leader.

Our US Correspondent Benji Hyer reports. 

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Uk Health Secretary Says Asylum Seekers Removed From Barge After Legionella Bacteria Found In Water Supply Should Be Put Back On

Asylum seekers housed on a barge off southern England should be returned to their accommodation, after Legionella bacteria was detected in the water supply, according to the UK health secretary.  

They were evacuated from the controversial barge 'Bibby Stokholm' following the detection of the bacteria. 

But now there are allegations the Government should have acted sooner, after claims health inspectors passed on the results days before the evacuations took place.

Simon Gaitán reports… 

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UN peacekeeping mission in Mali quits base early over insecurity

The UN peacekeeping mission in Mali is stepping up efforts to quickly withdraw its soldiers from the West African country.
It comes amidst deepening security concerns in Northern Mali, a region plagued with attacks by terrorists.
Nabil Ahmed Rufai reports from Accra.


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UKRAINE SAYS RUSSIA VIOLATED INTERNATIONAL LAW AFTER FIRING AT CARGO SHIP

Ukraine says Russia violated international law when it fired warning shots and boarded a cargo vessel in the Black Sea.

Its Ministry of Foreign Affairs called the actions "provocative" and said countermeasures needed to be taken by the UN's International Maritime Organisation.

Stuart Smith reports.

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Eruption of Mount Etna forces airport in Sicily to suspend flights

Catania airport on the Italian island of Sicily has been forced to suspend incoming and outgoing flights due to an eruption of nearby Mount Etna.

It's just the latest disruption to the island's tourism sector this summer.

Giles Gibson reports from Rome.

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UN TROOPS FUTURE IN DRC

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The United Nations Secretary-General has said the peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo is entering its final phase but warned of a deteriorating security situation in the conflict-torn country. Antonio Guterres was addressing the UN Security Council. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa....

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Ryanair at loggerheads with pilots in Belgium

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Pilots from Europe's largest low-cost airline are on strike in Belgium protesting against poor conditions and low pay. This is the third time this summer that Ryanair's operations from Brussels Charleroi airport have been disrupted by industrial action.

Alex Cadier reports from Brussels

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Niger’s Coup Leader Says Military Ready for Diplomacy

The military junta that has toppled the government in Niger Republic says it is now ready to explore diplomatic dialogue.

Leader of the junta, General Abdourahmane Tchiani made the disclosure during a meeting with an intervention team from Nigeria made up of Islamic scholars.

Correspondent Tesem Akende reports from Jos.

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King Charles visit to France to take place in September

King Charles' state visit to France, which was due to take place in March, will reportedly go ahead next month.

The trip was postponed in the spring due to violence and protests across France linked to the government's pension reforms.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Dozens dead in South Asia floods

55 people have died in floods in Bangladesh with most deaths reported from the Rohingya refugee camps in Cox's Bazar.  

In India, more than 20 people have died, as temples and homes in the northern Himalayan region were washed away in the flash floods caused due to a cloud burst. 

Shalu Yadav is reporting. 

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BRICS Summit not immune to power cuts

South Africa’s Minister of Electricity says that the City of Johannesburg will not get any special treatment while hosting the 15^th BRICS Summit later this month. Power supplier Eskom will continue to implement scheduled power cuts as and when necessary, depending on nationwide generation capacity.
Mark Roughton reports.

 

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Hindu groups plan another rally in violence-hit Nuh

Internet services have been restored  in a north Indian district that saw communal clashes two weeks ago.  Six people were killed in the clashes in Nuh - a region just 80 kms away from New Delhi. Violence began after a religious procession led by a hardline Hindu outfit allegedly came under attack by a mob.

But as Shalu Yadav reports, the region remains tense with a Hindu group now warning it plans to hold another procession in the area.

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Pakistan marks Independence Day, as caretaker prime minister is appointed

Pakistan is celebrating its Independence Day, as political uncertainty continues in the country.

Over the weekend, a caretaker prime minister was named after the president dissolved the lower house of parliament.

Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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MAUI DEATH TOLL EXPECTED TO RISE

Officials in Hawaii say the death toll from wildfires on the island of Maui is likely to rise significantly.

At least 93 people are known to have been killed, already making it the deadliest blaze in US history.

Several fires are still burning.

Major Troy Trimmer from the Salvation Army for the Hawaii area says agencies are working together to support people who are impacted.

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India, China hold 19th round of military talks

China and India are holding a fresh round of talks, to resolve a border standoff that has now entered its fourth year.

The talks come less than a month before the G20 leaders summit in New Delhi next month which Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to attend.

Despite multiple rounds of talks, both armies still have tens of thousands of troops each, deployed at the contested border in Eastern Ladakh.

Neha Poonia has more.

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Beijing blasts Taiwan VP for brief US stopover

CUE: China’s condemned Taiwan’s vice-president William Lai as a “troublemaker through and through” for briefly visiting the United States on his way to Paraguay. 

Mr Lai is a front-runner to become president of Taiwan in next year’s election.

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US - Japan to develop hypersonic missile interceptors

Japan and the US are agreeing to jointly develop an interceptor missile to counter hypersonic warheads being developed by China, Russia and North Korea.

The announcement comes as both countries vow to strengthen ties ahead of a summit with South Korea in Washington on Friday. 

Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. 

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