Hurricane Lee is set to make landfall with heavy rains, wild winds and
coastal flooding in New England and Atlantic Canada as early as Friday
morning.
The tropical storm has already battered Bermuda with winds of up to
160 kilometres per hour.
Jody Jacobs has more on that story....
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Thursday, September 14, 2023
RADIO: DRC HUMANITARIAN CRISIS
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The World Food Programme is warning of a looming food crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo due to a funding shortfall it is facing.
The UN agency says millions of people facing hunger in the Central African nation could be pushed to the brink of starvation if they do not get additional funding soon. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...
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Tanzania President Samia postpones constitutional review.
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has pushed forward plans to develop a new constitution. She revealed that the country has more pressing issues currently and that the processes will be done at least after the next elections.
Daniel Kijo reports from Dar es Salaam.
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Daniel Kijo reports from Dar es Salaam.
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US military restarts drone, crewed aircraft operations in post-coup Niger
The United States military has resumed its drone and crew aircraft operations in Niger after an agreement with the military government in the West African country.
It comes more than a month after a coup halted the US military operations from its airbases in Niger.
Nabil Ahmed Rufai reports
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It comes more than a month after a coup halted the US military operations from its airbases in Niger.
Nabil Ahmed Rufai reports
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Ugandan Police Ban Bobbi Wine Rallies
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Ugandan Police have suspended Opposition Politician Bobbi Wine's rallies saying he breached guidelines, causing public disorder.
Wine has been holding country-wide rallies ahead of the 2026 general elections and he was due to have a rally in the capital.
Isabel Nakirya reports
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Nigeria’s Government Predicts Heavy Rainfall, Flooding in 13 States
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Nigeria's government says about 48 towns in 13 states are at risk of flooding.
The government disclosed this in the flood prediction report of the National Flood Early Warning Systems Central Hub of the Ministry of Environment.
Correspondent Ajeck Mangut reports from Abuja.
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Delhi urges US to investigate after clip shows cop laughing about Indian student's death
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India is urging US officials to conduct an investigation into the death of a 23-year-old Indian student who was hit by a speeding car in January.
The request comes after new bodycam footage was released in which the police officer can be heard laughing about the incident.
The Indian consulate in San Franciso has called the incident deeply troubling, as Ishan Garg reports
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Australia - Defence force item resent
Australian Defence force staff who work for a foreign power without
approval could face up-to 20-years in jail, under new laws being
considered by the countries Federal Parliament.
Shaun Bindley reports.
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approval could face up-to 20-years in jail, under new laws being
considered by the countries Federal Parliament.
Shaun Bindley reports.
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Australia – Defence Force staff prevented by law from working for foreign powers.
Australian Defence force staff who work for a foreign power without approval could face up-to 20-years in jail, under new laws being considered by the countries Federal Parliament.
Shaun Bindley reports.
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More Than 50 People Killed in Vietnamese Building Fire
More than 50 people are dead and around 40 injured following a fire in a nine-story apartment building in Vietnam's capital.
Reports say dozens remain trapped in the building.
Patrick Fok reports.
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Reports say dozens remain trapped in the building.
Patrick Fok reports.
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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
U.S. stocks mixed on disappointing inflation data
It was a mixed close on Wall Street Wednesday following the release of
some disappointing inflation figures.
But analysts don't expect it to influence the Federal Reserve when
they meet next week.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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some disappointing inflation figures.
But analysts don't expect it to influence the Federal Reserve when
they meet next week.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Central European countries determined to maintain Ukraine grain ban
Central European countries say they will ban Ukrainian grain imports if the EU doesn't extend its existing restrictions, which are set to expire on September 15.
Hungary, Romania, Slovakia and Poland are concerned that a flooding of the market with cheaper Ukrainian products will bring down their own grain prices, hitting domestic producers.
Pablo Gutierrez reports from Budapest.
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Hungary, Romania, Slovakia and Poland are concerned that a flooding of the market with cheaper Ukrainian products will bring down their own grain prices, hitting domestic producers.
Pablo Gutierrez reports from Budapest.
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Tech CEOs discuss AI safeguards on Capitol Hill
The bosses of some of the US's biggest technology companies are meeting lawmakers to discuss how to set safeguards for artificial intelligence.
The closed-door meeting on Capitol Hill will include Meta Platforms' CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Tesla's CEO Elon Musk.
Kate Fisher reports from Washington
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Republicans pursue Joe Biden impeachment after inquiry opened into President over business dealings
Leading Republican Party lawmakers in the US House of Representatives say their investigation into President Joe Biden is "about transparency and answers for the American people, and accountability" for what they call "the biggest corruption scandal in history."
The comments at Wednesday's Congressional press conference come a day after House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announced the opening of a formal impeachment inquiry to look into "allegations of abuse of power and obstruction" in relation to Mr Biden and his family's business dealings.
Our US Correspondent Benji Hyer reports.
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US murderer arrested after two weeks on run
A convicted murderer who has been on the run in the US for almost two
weeks has been captured by police.
Danelo Cavalcante was surrounded by several dozen police officers - no
shots were fired.
He had escaped from a prison in Pennsylvania, where he was serving a
life sentence for murdering his ex-girlfriend in front of her two
young children.
State Police Lieutenant Colonel George Bivens gave details about
Cavalcante's arrest.
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weeks has been captured by police.
Danelo Cavalcante was surrounded by several dozen police officers - no
shots were fired.
He had escaped from a prison in Pennsylvania, where he was serving a
life sentence for murdering his ex-girlfriend in front of her two
young children.
State Police Lieutenant Colonel George Bivens gave details about
Cavalcante's arrest.
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US inflation rose last month, amid surging gas prices
US data shows inflation ticked up last month, marking the largest gain
in over a year.
Consumer prices rose 3.7% in August, hotter than expected.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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in over a year.
Consumer prices rose 3.7% in August, hotter than expected.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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CDC approves new Covid-19 vaccine
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have approved a
new Covid-19 booster shot.
The coronavirus vaccine should be imminently available for all
Americans older than 6 months.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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new Covid-19 booster shot.
The coronavirus vaccine should be imminently available for all
Americans older than 6 months.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Morocco criticised for restricting foreign aid after earthquake
Some villages in Morocco's Atlas Mountains are still waiting on humanitarian assistance more than four days after an earthquake devastated the country.
But despite many offers of help, foreign aid has been accepted from only four countries, a decision that has been criticised by opponents of the leadership.
Giles Gibson reports from Marrakech.
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But despite many offers of help, foreign aid has been accepted from only four countries, a decision that has been criticised by opponents of the leadership.
Giles Gibson reports from Marrakech.
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Indian Opposition Parties to Convene for a Meeting in New Delhi
A coalition of Indian opposition parties is holding its first coordination committee meeting in New Delhi.
Political experts say, in this meeting opposition leaders are expected to discuss the bloc's strategy for the upcoming general elections in 2024.
Sreoshi Mukherjee reports...
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Political experts say, in this meeting opposition leaders are expected to discuss the bloc's strategy for the upcoming general elections in 2024.
Sreoshi Mukherjee reports...
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RUSSIAN NAVY TARGETED IN PRE-DAWN CRIMEA STRIKES
Ukraine has reportedly struck deep behind Russian lines, once again targeting Moscow's naval forces.
Trent Murray has more from Berlin.
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Footage shared online and in Russian media showed a large fire burning at a Navy base in Crimea.
Trent Murray has more from Berlin.
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