Wednesday, September 4, 2024

UN Security Council calls for a ceasefire intensify

United Nations Security Council members have again called for an
immediate ceasefire in Gaza, with some countries insisting that the
council now needs to take a firmer stance to end the fighting.
The council convened another emergency meeting on Wednesday at the
request of Israel after the bodies of six hostages killed in Gaza were
recovered last weekend.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.

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Harris calls Georgia school shooting a senseless tragedy

US Vice President Kamala Harris has described the shooting at a high school in Georgia in which 4 people were killed as "outrageous". A 14 year old boy is in custody after the incident at Apalachee High School.  In a statement President Biden once again demanded that Republicans in Congress work with Democrats to pass common-sense gun safety legislation. Vice President Harris said it was a senseless tragedy.


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At least 4 dead, 9 more in hospital after Georgia school shooting: Officials

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has confirmed that four people were killed in a shooting at the Apalachee High School on Wednesday morning. Another nine have been taken to various hospitals. Toni Waterman has the latest.

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Students evacuated, police swam Georgia high school amid shooting

A Georgia school is in lockdown after a shooting Wednesday. Police have swarmed the Apalachee High School outside of Atlanta and students have been evacuated from their classrooms. Toni Waterman has the latest.

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VP Harris to propose start-up tax breaks as part of wider economic policy

The US Democratic candidate for President Kamala Harris is due to announce new incentives for small businesses.

She's on a campaign stop in New Hampshire, trying to convince people to vote for her including through her economic plans.

Caroline Malone reports.


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US polls: Pennsylvania and Georgia become make-or-break states

A pair of new polls show a tightening race in the US presidential election.

With just over 60 days to go until November 5th, Pennsylvania and
Georgia are looking like the major toss-up states which could decide
who wins the White House.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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LONDON INQUIRY FINDS 72 GRENFELL TOWER DEATHS AVOIDABLE

A six year enquiry into a London tower block fire that killed 72 people has concluded that 'all deaths were avoidable,' with the Government, fire service, and "dishonest" companies to blame.

Stuart Smith reports from outside the hearing, in central London.

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Iconic ancient Roman arch damaged in thunderstorm


An iconic ancient Roman arch was damaged during an intense thunderstorm in the Italian capital on Tuesday.

The Constantine Arch, which dates back to 315 A.D., is a popular stop for tourists visiting the Colosseum right next door.

Giles Gibson has more from Rome.

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India targets Tanzania, Kenya in renewed plan to double trade


India is planning to have joint trade meetings with Kenya and Tanzania, its biggest trade partners in Africa, aiming to double trade with the countries  to $200 billion by 2030



Daniel Kijo reports.


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China Pledges Investments in Nigeria’s Mineral Sector

China has pledged to increase its investments in Nigeria and encourage economic growth of the West African Nation.


Tesem Akende reports.


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Disappointing summer for French tourism despite Paris 2024

It was a disappointing summer for the French tourism sector with 75% of tourism professionals questioned in a new study saying they saw a drop in visitor spending this year.

That's despite the millions of people who came for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Ross Cullen reports.


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Ugandan Opposition Politician Injured in Scuffle with Police



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Ugandan opposition politician Bobi Wine has been hospitalised after sustaining injuries during a clash with police.

Supporters of the leader of the National Unity Platform say he was hit by shrapnel from a tear gas canister that was shot directly at him.

Isabel Nakirya reports.

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Human Rights Organizations Call for Investigations into Rape Allegations in DRC Prison


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Human rights activists in the Democratic Republic of Congo are calling for an independent investigation into the rape of several female prisoners after hundreds of their male colleagues tried to escape from a high security prison on Monday.

Congolese authorities say more than 120 prisoners were killed as they tried to break out of the Makala Central Prison. 

Chris Ocamringa reports from Kinshasa.

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Orban Eyes Diaspora Vote Boost Amid Rising Competition

Hungary's ruling party reportedly might change election rules, giving Prime Minister Viktor Orban an edge as he eyes a fifth term.

Neither Orban's government nor his party have commented on the reports.

Pablo Gutierrez Reports 


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Islamabad is doubling down on its decision to impose new taxes on the retail sector

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Pakistan's government has doubled down on its decision to introduce new taxes on the retail sector.

The government's decision is driven by the need to secure a $7 billion IMF loan and bolster Pakistan's faltering economy

Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad.

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Netflix adds disclaimers to India series following backlash

Streaming platform Netflix says it will add new disclaimers to an Indian plane hijack drama, following the government's concern and social media backlash over what they describe as Muslims being portrayed as Hindus.

Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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PREGNANT WOMAN, SIX CHILDREN, AMONG CHANNEL DEAD

It's now known that six children and a pregnant woman were among 12 people who died when a migrant boat sank off France on Tuesday.

10 of the dead were women.

More than 50 people were rescued in the English Channel when the overloaded vessel broke apart off Cape Gris-Nez.

It's the biggest loss of life in the Channel between France and the UK this year.

Border Security and Asylum Minister Angela Eagle says the crossing is becoming even riskier.

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Modi visits Brunei, Singapore with defense and trade on agenda

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India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting the kingdom of Brunei and island nation of Singapore in a move experts say is aimed at countering China's influence in the Indo-Pacific region.

Defense, space cooperation and inviting more foreign investments is at the top of the agenda, as Ishan Garg reports from New Delhi.

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China kicks off major African summit as it seeks to woo leaders

INTRO: Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed more than 50 African leaders to Beijing this week, for a summit to strengthen ties at a time of increasing political and economic turmoil around the world.

Chinese officials have touted the gathering as the largest diplomatic event they've hosted in recent years. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.

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Japan lawmakers softening anti-nuclear stance in bid to become Prime Minister

Senior lawmakers in Japan’s ruling LDP are ditching their anti-nuclear positions in a bid to become the country’s next Prime Minister. 


The party is choosing a new leader later this month and many candidates are softening previously held positions on energy to improve their chances. 


Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. 


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