UK GOVT SETS OUT SKILLS PLANS

The UK government's setting out plans to boost skills training to reduce the need for immigration in the economy.

It wants to free up funds for a broader range of training than the current apprenticeship system.

The opposition Conservatives claim the new approach could mean fewer opportunities for young people.

But Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson says changes are necessary.

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Pakistan rejects former Prime Minister Imran Khan's allegations of keeping him captive in a 'terrorist jail'

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Pakistan has rejected jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan's allegation that he is being held in a 'terrorist jail' without basic facilities.

Imprisoned since August last year on corruption charges, Khan alleged he's confined in a cell for terrorists in an interview with The Sunday Times.

Hira Mustafa has more 

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Indian army battles resurgence in terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir

The Indian Army says it rebuffed a 'major attack' in the Jammu and Kashmir region, as it battles a resurgence in militant activity.

The attack comes hours after India's Army chief was in the region, on a security review.

Neha Poonia has more.

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Internet suspended in Indian city amid concerns about religious tensions

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Internet and text messaging services have been suspended in India's Nuh (NOOH) district amid concerns about religious violence.

A big Hindu procession is set to pass through the largely Muslim neighborhood on Monday.

A similar event at this time last year had sparked riots that killed at least six people there.

Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.

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B'desh students vow to continue protests despite relief from Supreme Court

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Students in Bangladesh say they will continue their protests - and keep demanding justice for the dozens who've died during the agitation since last week. 

This comes despite the country's Supreme Court curtailing the government jobs quotas - an issue that sparked the protest in the first place. 

South Asia correspondent Ishan Garg tells us more. 

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Japan issues extreme heat warnings

Heat stroke warnings are in place for more than 80% of Japan as the country bakes under earlier than usual summer temperatures. 

Official figures show there have already been almost 10-thousand cases of heat stroke related illness this month. 

Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. 

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Biden expected to address the nation after dropping out of the 2024 race

Joe Biden is expected to speak to the nation later this week after he announced he was dropping out of the 2024 Presidential race and endorsing his Vice President Kamala Harris.

In a statement Mr Biden said he said the decision was made "in the best interest of my party and the country".

Nick Harper sent us this report from Joe Biden's home state of Delaware where the President has been isolating after contracting COVID-19.

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Senior Dems react to Biden announcement

Democrats have been speaking out in praise of Joe Biden after he announced he is dropping out of the 2024 Presidential race.

This follows weeks of pressure from senior party figures who have both privately and publicly called on Biden to stand down over concerns about his age and mental fitness.

Our Washington correspondent Jagruti Dave has more.

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JOE BIDEN WILL NOT RUN FOR PRESIDENT

US President Joe Biden has announced he's dropping his re-election bid, endorsing his Vice-President Kamala Harris to be the new Democratic Party nominee. 

The decision follows months of pressure amid concerns over the 81-year-old's health, age and fitness for office, which had fuelled calls for him to step aside from even his most loyal supporters.

Biden will remain in post during the campaign, but the historic decision means whatever happens in November's election, the 46th President of the United States will not serve a second term from January.

Benji Hyer reports. 

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Israel says it shot down Yemeni missile

Israeli officials say they successfully shot down a missile fired from Yemen.

It comes a day after an Israeli air strike reportedly killed three
people and injured 87 in a Houthi-controlled area of Yemen.

Middle East correspondent William Denselow reports.

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Nigeria to Receive Cholera Vaccines from GAVI

GAVI, a global health partnership with the goal of increasing access to immunization in poor countries, says it is sending cholera vaccines to Nigeria soon.

 

This follows the outbreak of the disease in the country.

 

Tesem Akende reports.

 

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Kenyan President William Ruto Announces New Cabinet

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Kenyan President William Ruto has named a new cabinet. 

The Kenyan president last week sacked members of his cabinet in what was a response to grievances of young protesters.

Isabel Nakirya reports

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Joe Biden clinging on to candidacy, but walls closing in

US President Joe Biden's political future is in serious doubt as speculation swirls over whether he's on the brink of dropping his re-election bid. 

His campaign insists there are "no plans" for him to give up his candidacy, but concerns over his health, age and fitness for office are fuelling growing calls for him to step aside. 

Benji Hyer reports. 

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"ISRAELI OCCUPATIONS VIOLATE INTERNATIONAL LAW" - INTERNATIONAL COURT OF JUSTICE

The International Court of Justice says Israel's occupation in the West Bank and East Jerusalem violates international law.

The court has asked that Israel stop its occupation of those areas as soon as possible.

Mitch McCann reports:

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Russia jails US reporter Evan Gershkovich for 16 years

A Russian court has sentenced US journalist Evan Gershkovich to 16
years in prison on espionage charges.

His employer, the Wall Street Journal, has called the trial a "shameful sham".

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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US journalist Evan Gershkovich gets 16-year prison sentence

US journalist Evan Gershkovich has been sentenced to 16 years in Russian prison for espionage - accusations he, his employer and the US government vehemently denied. The case hearing process lasted only 2 days. Gershkovich did not plead guilty. The verdict could set the stage for a prisoner exchange between Moscow and Washigon.
Daria Bondarchuk reports from the Russian capital.

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CROWDSTRIKE SOFTWARE UPDATE CAUSES GLOBAL IT CHAOS

A Microsoft insider is predicting Friday's global internet problems will be the largest IT outage in history.

While affecting Microsoft products and systems, it appears to link back to a problem with security provider 'CrowdStrike,' which provides large organisations with IT protection.

A bad update looks to be the cause.

Stuart Smith has more from London.

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17 cities across Italy under red warnings as heatwave drags on

Almost 20 cities across Italy are under red heat warnings today (FRIDAY), as an intense heatwave across southern Europe drags on.

The Acropolis in Athens was closed to tourists earlier this week as temperatures soared in the Greek capital.

Our southern Europe correspondent Giles Gibson reports.

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Nigeria Resolves to Probe International Oil Companies of Sabotage

Nigeria's House of Representatives says it will investigate International Oil Companies (IOCs) operating in the country for alleged sabotage to operations of the Dangote refinery.

Tesem Akende reports from Jos.

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Atleast 39 dead in Bangladesh after protests turn violent

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At least 39 people have died in Bangladesh as student protests took a violent turn this week.

Tens of thousands have taken to streets against a controversial job quota for government jobs

Critics say it strips meritorious students of a fair shot at having a good job and disproportionately benefits the supporters of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

Ishan Garg tells us more. 

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