Tuesday, July 2, 2024

UN concerned about new evacuation orders in Gaza

The United Nations says it's concerned by new Israeli military
evacuation orders from Khan Younis in Gaza.
An estimated 250 thousand people are set to be impacted.
Meanwhile, the Security Council received an update on the humanitarian
situation - with UN officials calling on Israel to find solutions to
enable the safe delivery of aid in the enclave.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations...

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First House Democrat calls for Biden to drop out of presidential race

Texas Congressman Lloyd Doggett from the liberal capitol Austin has become the first House Democrat to call on President Joe Biden to drop out of the Presidential race, following his dismal performance during last week's debate. Toni Waterman has more.  

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Rudy Giuliani barred from practicing law in New York

Former New York City mayor and lawyer Rudy Giuliani has been barred
from practicing law in New York.

He served as Donald Trump's personal lawyer and was involved in
efforts to overturn the 2020 election result.

Nick Harper reports.

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Trump sentencing likely to postponed after Supreme Court immunity ruling

Donald Trump's sentencing is set to be postponed following the United States Supreme Court's controversial decision to provide criminal immunity for US presidents.


He was due to appear in court in New York next Thursday having been convicted for falsifying business records. 


But Manhattan's District Attorney's office says it won't oppose delaying that sentencing after Trump argued his conviction should be overturned amid Monday's landmark Supreme Court ruling, as Benji Hyer explains.  


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Biden campaign raises $264 million in 2nd quarter

US president Joe Biden raised $264 million in the year's second quarter according to his reelection campaign - a sizable sum as the 81-year-old president works to dispel fears about his candidacy.


The total includes $127 million collected during June alone, when the campaign says it took in more than $33 million on the day of the debate and in its aftermath.


Kate Fisher reports from Washington


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Hurricane Beryl strengthens to Category 5

Hurricane Beryl has strengthened to a Category 5 storm as it barrels
towards the island of Jamaica.

It's now the strongest hurricane to hit the Caribbean region this
early in the season.

The storm has killed at least two people so far, with fears the death
toll may rise.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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More than 80 people killed in stampede in northern India

Over 80 people have been killed in a stampede in northern India during a religious event.

Many more have been injured.

Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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300 thousand children displaced in Haiti violence

The ongoing gang violence in Haiti has displaced more than three
hundred thousand children.
According to the United Nations Children's Fund, Unicef the street
battles are taking a devastating toll on children.
Jody Jacobs reports from the UN Headquarters in New York...

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UK POSTAL SERVICE REJECTS ELECTION BALLOT DELAY FEARS

The UK’s post service has responded to accusations there’s a postal vote backlog ahead of the general election on Thursday.

While there’s concern amongst political party leaders, Royal Mail disputes there is any delay.  

It’s spokesperson says that all ballot packs are ‘delivered as soon as they arrive in their network’ and they are ‘confident all postal votes will be delivered prior to polling day’

Indira Verdding reports.

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Second Reform UK Candidate Defects Over Racism Scandal Days Before Election

A second candidate for the Reform UK party has quit over a growing racism scandal, just days before the UK's General Election. 


The right-wing party led by Nigel Farage had been challenging the Conservatives in some polls but is now rocked by scandals regarding members and candidates using racist language.


Simon Gaitán reports.


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Former Prime Minister Imran Khan's party hails the UN report calling his arrest arbitrarily

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Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's party has welcomed a UN report that called the jailed cricketer's detention 'arbitrary' and a 'violation of international law'.

Pakistan has not to formally comment on the UN report.

Hira Mustafa has more.

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Inflation cools in Euro Zone

Inflation cooled across the Eurozone last month boosting hopes that
further interest rates could be on the cards.

The European Central Bank cut interest rates for the first time in
nearly five months in June amid hopes that price pressures are easing.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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RADIO: HUMANITARIAN CONVOY ATTACKED

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A convoy of a UK charity organization was attacked by angry youths in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo as it was heading to deliver aid to displaced people in a conflict zone. Local authorities say 5 vehicles belonging to the charity known as Tearfund were burnt and two people killed in the attack in North Kivu province. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa....

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French opposition parties try to agree on blocking far-right path to power

French parties must decide today/on Tuesday if they are going to run candidates in the second round of the general election on July 7.

Rival groups are discussing how to try to slow and stop the wave of support for the far-right National Rally party, which is predicted to win the greatest number of seats.

Ross Cullen reports.


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Nigerian Customs Seize weapons, Cough Syrup in Twin Busts

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Officials of the Nigerian Customs Service say they have seized over 800 rifles and 100,000 rounds of ammunition hidden in a shipping container.


They were hidden in the container with furniture and other goods from Turkey.


Correspondent Ajeck Mangut reports.


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Orban’s surprise trip to Ukraine

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban made a surprise visit to Kyiv. Orban, often viewed as Russia's primary ally within the EU, has consistently opposed sanctions against Moscow and has been critical of numerous EU aid packages intended for Ukraine.
Pablo Gutierrez reports,

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US MILITARY BASES PLACED ON HEIGHTENED ALERT OVER TERROR CONCERNS

Several US military bases have been placed on heightened alert, with the Pentagon citing the risk of terror attack.

From Berlin, Trent Murray has the details. 

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Hungarian PM Orban makes surprise visit to Kyiv

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban arrived in Kyiv on Tuesday to hold talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. An outspoken critic of western military aid to Ukraine, his visit comes a day after Hungary assumed the rotating presidency of the European Union Council. 

Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv  

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UK ELECTION: TWO DAYS TO GO

It's just two days until Britain votes in a general election.

The centre-left Labour Party looks set to take power for the first time in thirteen years.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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India's human rights body calls for investigation into iPhone supplier following discrimination reports

India's human rights watchdog says it has asked government officials to look into reports that Apple supplier Foxconn rejected married women from its iPhone assembly jobs in the country.

This comes following a Reuters investigation which uncovered the alleged discriminatory practices.

Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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