US border official becomes the first cabinet member to be impeached in nearly 150 years

Alejandro Mayorkas — the man in charge of governing America's borders — has become the first US cabinet member to be impeached in nearly 150 years.

Representatives in Congress's lower chamber, the House of Representatives, voted narrowly on Tuesday night to impeach the Secretary of Homeland Security, at the second time of asking.

Republican Party lawmakers in the House allege that Secretary Mayorkas is failing to stem record flows of migrants across the US-Mexico border. 

Our correspondent in Washington Benji Hyer reports. 

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President Biden urges Congress to pass foreign aid bill as he attacks "un-American" Donald Trump

US President Joe Biden has called Donald Trump "dumb, shameful and dangerous" for comments made about American allies. 

Former President Trump — who's vying for the White House again — said he'd "encourage Russia to whatever the hell it wants" if NATO countries in Europe didn't spend enough on defence. 

Those remarks, and Biden's response, come as lawmakers clash in Congress over a bill that would provide aid for Ukraine as well as Israel and Taiwan. 

In Washington, Benji Hyer reports. 

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House Republicans second attempt at Mayorkas impeachment

Republicans in the US House of Representatives are voting for a second
time to impeach the Homeland Security Secretary amid a row over
immigration.

Last week, the House voted against holding Alejandro Mayorkas
responsible for the flow of migrants across the US-Mexico border.

Nick Harper reports from Austin, Texas.

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Antonio Guterres concerned about situation in Rafah

The United Nations Secretary General says he is worried about the
deteriorating conditions in Gaza.
Speaking to reporters at the UN in New York on Tuesday, Antonio
Guterres says is particularly concerned about the security for
humanitarian aid delivery.
Guterres says he is pinning his hopes on the latest round of
negotiations to avoid the devastating humanitarian consequences.

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"mechanisms to protect humanitarian aid delivery in relation to
humanitarian operations are not effective. And so, my sincere hope is
that negotiations for the release of hostages and some form of
cessation of hostilities to be successful to avoid an all out
offensive over Rafah"

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Poll: 53% of Americans think Biden received special treatment in classified documents probe

Just over half of Americans think US President Joe Biden received special treatment when he was not charged by federal prosecutors investigating whether he has mishandled classified documents - according to a new poll.

53% of respondents, including 29% of Democrats in the Reuters Ipsos poll agreed with a statement that "Biden received special treatment because he is the U.S. president."

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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Voters head to polls to replace US lawmaker George Santos

Voting is underway in the special election to replace disgraced US lawmaker George Santos in New York.

The Republican Representative was expelled from Congress in December after being charged with fraud, money laundering, and lying to lawmakers.

Now, Long Island residents are choosing his replacement. 

But there are concerns bad weather could impact turnout - with up to eight inches of snow expected in surrounding areas.

Sally Patterson reports.

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U.S. House to consider Ukraine, Israel, Indo-Pacific spending bill

U.S. Senators passed on Tuesday a $95 billion bill that moves forward spending for Ukraine, Israel and other defence priorities. Now it faces tough opposition in the House, where lawmakers have already voted against a security bill that includes border provisions.

Caroline Malone reports.

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Super Bowl 2024 breaks television viewership records

This year's superbowl was the most watched television broadcast since
the 1969 Moon landing.
According to preliminary television ratings between 125 to 150 million
people tuned into the annual spectacular.
But who or what did they come to watch? Football or Taylor Swift?
Jody Jacobs reports.

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NYC braces for major snow storm

More than six inches of snow is expected to fall on New York in what's
set to be the biggest flurry to fall on the city in years.

Public schools are closed and thousands of people in the U.S.
Northeast have lost power.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Leader of Spanish opposition opens the door to pardon for Carles Puigdemont

The leader of Spain's main opposition, the People's Party, has revealed that he's willing to grant an amnesty to Carles Puigdemont.

Puigdemont has been living in self-imposed exile in Belgium since organising an illegal referendum for Catalonian independence in 2017.

Our Southern Europe correspondent Giles Gibson has the details.

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EUROPE'S LARGEST HOLIDAY COMPANY SMASHES EARNINGS EXPECTATIONS

German holiday company TUI has smashed earnings expectations, in a further sign of the travel sector showing strong signs of recovery following years of Covid-19 disruption. 

The news comes as the company says its already seeing robust demand for summer destinations like Ibiza, Mallorca and the Greek Islands. 

From Berlin, Trent Murray reports.

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India's Hotel Association says Ayodhya can be India's Vatican

India's Hotel Association says the city of Ayodhya, where a controversial new Hindu temple was inaugurated should be pitched as the 'Vatican of India' by the government. 

This temple was built after a decades long dispute that ended with the Supreme Court ruling the land should go to the Hindus

Religious tourism is a growing sector in India's economy, and experts say the city is NOW expected to draw in millions of devotees. 

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EU could sanctions Chinese companies over supply of good to Russia: Report

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The European Union is reportedly planning new sanctions on Chinese and other Asian companies for supplying goods to Russia.

The move would restrict firms from doing business with the companies that are allegedly helping Russia procure European goods with military applications.

Ishan Garg has more from Brussels. 

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UK's opposition Labour party drops candidate over Israel comments

The UK's opposition Labour Party has withdrawn support for its candidate in an upcoming by-election after comments he made about Israel. A British newspaper quoted Mr Ali as saying Israel had allowed the Hamas attack on October 7th. Julia Chapman reports.

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RADIO: BAN ON PUBLIC GATHERINGS

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The Interior Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo has banned gatherings of more than 5 people and the circulation of motorcycles in the heart of the capital Kinshasa following days of protests outside western embassies. Peter Kazadi made the announcement on Monday after a security meeting. Dozens of young men on motorcycles have been burning tyres outside the embassies of the US, UK, and France to express their anger at the ongoing conflict in eastern DRC by the M23 rebels. 

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West African Bloc ECOWAS Sends Diplomatic Mission to Senegal

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The Economic Community of West African States or ECOWAS has sent a diplomatic mission to Senegal to discuss the political situation there following a delay in its presidential election.

This is coming after a meeting of ECOWAS foreign ministers in Nigeria's capital Abuja. 

Correspondent Ajeck Mangut reports.

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Negotiations underway in Pakistan

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Nearly a week since Pakistan voted to elect a new government, negotiations to form a coalition government continue.

The US meanwhile has called for an independent investigation into alleged electoral irregularities.

Hira Mustafa has more from Islamabad.

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Delhi turns into a fortress as thousands of farmers march towards the Indian capital

New Delhi has turned into a fortress as thousands of farmers march towards the capital from neighbouring states to demand assured prices for their crops.

Police in Delhi have sealed the borders in order to stop protesting farmers from entering the city.

Prohibitory orders against large gatherings, protests have been put in place for the next one month.

Priyata Brajabasi is reporting from one Delhi border that has been sealed.

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AI USED TO SPEED UP PROSTATE CANCER DIAGNOSIS

Artificial intelligence is being used to try to speed up the diagnosis of prostate cancer - and reduce the need for biopsies.

Charity Macmillan is investing $440 000 in a UK tech company that uses AI to detect cancer from MRI scans.

Macmillan says AI could significantly increase the accuracy and efficiency of cancer detection.

Tanya Humphrey is in charge of innovation at the charity.

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Roads leading to Delhi blocked to halt farmers' march

Thousands of farmers in India are marching towards the capital of New Delhi to demand better crop prices.

Farmer leaders issued a call to go ahead with the protest after their five-hour long meeting with central ministers on Monday remained inconclusive.

In a bid to avoid a repeat of the protests that took place in 2021, when thousands of farmers camped out on major highways leading to the country's capital, Delhi's borders have been sealed.

Neha Poonia has more.

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The march comes months ahead of a national election in India. Neha Poonia reports on how the protest could impact poll results.

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