Monday, October 30, 2023

"We have to be ready for war" says German Defence Minister

Germany's Defence Minister has warned his country needs to be ready for war expanding into Europe. 

The warning follows concerns within NATO that Europe's largest economy is not spending enough on defence. 

From Berlin, Trent Murray reports. 

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Bangladesh opposition leader arrested amid anti-government clashes

Bangladesh's main opposition leader has been arrested in Dhaka, following mass anti-government protests over the weekend.

Hundreds have been arrested in a police crackdown.

In the last one week alone, at least 3000 anti-government activists have been detained across the country, with critics accusing the Bangladeshi government of cracking down on dissent.

Priyata Brajabasi reports.

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Bomb blast in India's Kerala kills 3, injured dozens

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Three people have died and dozens injured in a bomb blast in the South Indian state of Kerala.

The man who claimed responsibility for the attack at a Christian convention center – has been detained.

Officials have launched an investigation – saying they're not ruling out terrorism as a motive.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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US-South Korea hold joint drills amid North Korean threats

The US and South Korea are holding large scale joint drills involving stealth planes to boost their joint capabilities this week.

It comes amid growing concerns about North Korean threats to stability in the region.

Patrick Fok reports.

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Sunday, October 29, 2023

Friends actor Matthew Perry who played Chandler Bing found dead

Matthew Perry, one of the stars of the epic sitcom 'Friends' has been found dead at the age of 54, with the police saying no foul play was suspected.
He gained international fame playing Chandler Bing on the U.S. show for ten years – and had a public struggle with addiction.
Caroline Malone reports.

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Friday, October 27, 2023

U.S. China diplomacy on the up as President Biden meets FM Wang

U.S. President Biden met China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Washington on Friday, in a sign of improving diplomacy between the two nations. 

Washington has maintained that with intense competition, there needs to be equally intense diplomacy.  

Caroline Malone reports.


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EU leaders wrap up summit

European Union leaders have wrapped up their summit, where they called for civilians in Gaza to be protected and vowed to continue supporting Ukraine. Although they agreed on a joint declaration, officials now face weeks of complex negotiations over the bloc's long-term budget and how to source funds for longer-term commitments to Kyiv. Alex Cadier reports from Brussels.

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Maine mass shooting manhunt continues

Police in Maine are continuing to search for a suspect who shot dead
18 people and injured 13 others.

Robert Card has been on the run since Wednesday night's shooting at a
restaurant and bowling alley in the city of Lewiston.

His cell phone and a note have been recovered, but police have not
revealed what was written in the note.

Police divers are also searching an area near to where his car was found.

Lewiston Police Chief David St. Pierre is asking the public to remain
patient as the investigation continues.

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Maine Department of Public Safety Commissioner Mike Sauschuck says
authorities have received tips about the suspect.

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Maine manhunt continues -- mass shooting suspect on the loose

The search continues for a suspect alleged to have shot dead 18 people in the US state of Maine on Wednesday. 


In an update on Friday morning, police said they're working 24/7 to find Robert Card, aged 40, who they describe as "armed, dangerous" and at large. 


Hundreds of officers have since joined the manhunt in and around the small city of Lewiston. 


Benji Hyer reports. 


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US strikes Iran-backed targets in Syria

The US military has carried out airstrikes on Iranian-backed militant
groups in eastern Syria.

It follows recent drone and rocket attacks on American troops based in
Iraq and Syria.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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UNGA set to vote on a draft resolution on the Middle East

The United Nations General Assembly will continue its emergency
special session on the conflict in the Middle East on Friday.
After all one hundred speakers, the Assembly is expected to vote on a
non-binding resolution as the Security Council remains deadlocked on
the matter.
Jody Jacobs reports from New York...

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AMERICAN MAN CHARGED WITH MURDER FOLLOWING ATTACK AT GERMAN CASTLE

An American man has been charged with murder after an attack at a tourist site in Germany. 

The incident occured at a castle in Bavaria, where two American vacationers were targeted by the man. 

Trent Murray reports from Berlin

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Spanish commission estimates 200,000 victims of clergy abuse since 1940


An independent commission in Spain says more than 200,000 people could have been victims of sexual abuse by clergy in the last eight decades.

The commission was set up last year by the Spanish parliament after a high profile investigation by El Pais newspaper.

Giles Gibson has the details.

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First Plane Bringing Afghan Refugees From Pakistan Lands In UK

The first plane bringing Afghan refugees from Pakistan has landed in the UK, according to reports. 

Thousands of Afghans who worked with or for British authorities before the Taliban's takeover of the country, have been promised UK visas. 


Many fled to Pakistan, awaiting relocation to the UK. 


Simon Gaitán reports… 


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UK BORDER OFFICIALS READY IN EGYPT SHOULD PAUSE IN FIGHTING ALLOW EVACUATION

UK Border Force officials are on standby in Egypt, ready to help British nationals who may have a chance to flee Gaza if a humanitarian corridor opens.

Officials in London believe around 200 UK passport holders are trapped in the enclave as Israel continues to claim an impending ground offensive.

Stuart Smith has more from London.

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U.S Parliament Kicks Against Proposed Removal of Troops from Niger Republic

The United States has rejected a proposed legislation that would demand its President to withdraw its troops from Niger Republic.

The U.S has over 1,000 soldiers in Niger, fighting against insurgents in the country.

Correspondent Tesem Akende reports from Jos.

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White House: Russia is executing soldiers who refuse orders in Ukraine

The White House says it has intelligence showing Russia is executing its own soldiers if they refuse orders in Ukraine.

It comes as intense fighting continues in the east of the country.

Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv

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India "shocked" over death penalty to 8 former Indian Navy officers

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India's Ministry of External Affairs says it's exploring all legal options after 8 former Indian naval officers were sentenced to death in Qatar.

They were working for a private company in the Middle Eastern nation but reports say they're being accused of spying on Qatar's submarine program for Israel.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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Sidelined China ex-premier. Li Keqiang, dies of heart attack

CUE: State media say Li Keqiang, [LEE KUH-CHEE-ANG], who was once the second most powerful politician in China, has died of a heart attack. He was sixty-eight.

 

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Malaysia Warns Meta, TikTok Against Blocking Pro Palestinian Content

Malaysia is warning social media companies including Meta and TikTok against blocking pro Palestinian content on their platforms.

It says it might take action against them if the warning is ignored.

Patrick Fok reports.

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