Fed Chair warns of “persistent” inflation from Trump’s tariffs

US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has warned that the result of the Trump administration's tariffs could be "persistent inflation."

Meanwhile, President Trump called on the central bank to lower interest rates.

Ira Spitzer reports.

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UN accuses Myanmar military of blocking humanitarian aid

The United Nations has accused Myanmar's military of limiting
critically needed humanitarian aid for earthquake victims.
According to the UN's human rights office, in the days following the
deadly earthquake last week, the military continued operations and
attacks, including airstrikes.
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck the country last week, leaving
millions destitute, toppling buildings and killing over three thousand
people.
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BRITISH COMEDIAN RUSSEL BRAND CHARGED WITH RAPE

British comedian and actor, Russel Brand, has been charged with rape and other sexual offences by UK authorities.

The 49-year-old is accused of sexually assaulting four women between 1999 and 2005.

Stuart Smith has more from London.

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CHINA HITS BACK AT U.S. TARIFFS WITH ITS OWN

China said on Friday it would slap 34 percent tariffs on all imports of US goods in retaliation for duties unveiled by U.S. President Donald Trump this week.

China's Ministry of Commerce said on Friday that the tariff, which matches Trump's latest increase in duties on Beijing, would be imposed on all imported goods from the US from April 10.

Laura Westbrook has more from Hong Kong.

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US jobs data beats expectations

The latest figures from the US Labor Department show much stronger
jobs growth last month than was expected.

However, the unemployment rate ticked up slightly higher following
several weeks of layoffs by Elon Musk's Department of Government
Efficiency.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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REPORTS: TOP US INTELLIGENCE OFFICIALS FIRED, AFTER TRUMP MEETS FAR-RIGHT ACTIVIST

The head of America's National Security Agency has been fired, as well as other senior officials , according to reports.

It came after Donald Trump met with well-known far-right activist Laura Loomer, who reportedly advocated for him to make the personnel change.

Mitch McCann reports:

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The United States' new senior advisor for Africa, Massad Boulos has announced a path forward for developing a minerals-for-security deal with the Democratic Republic of Cong. He made the announcement after meeting Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi in the capital Kinshasa.

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Central Europe Tightens Borders Amid Foot-and-Mouth Outbreak

Central European nations are stepping up measures to contain a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak. 

Austria is closing several border crossings, while Serbia is implementing vehicle disinfection protocols. Pablo Gutierrez reports.

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Coalition of Willing to hold Ukraine meeting

Delegations from the so-called Coalition of the Willing are set to
meet in Ukraine today.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says it'll be the first meeting of its
kind as Ukraine's allies continue to assess potential security
guarantees for the country should a ceasefire be brokered.

William Denselow reports from Kyiv.


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EU trade chief to discuss tariffs with Trump administration

The European Union's top trade commissioner will hold a call with Trump administration officials on Friday, to discuss the impact of the sweeping new import taxes announced by the US government.

The EU was hit with a 20 percent tax, and the trade commissioner said "unjustified tariffs inevitably backfire".

Ross Cullen reports.

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Protests in India as parliament passes controversial Muslim land management changes

Protests are being held in India by Muslim organisations and the opposition after parliament passed a controversial bill which aims to overhaul how properties donated by Muslims in India are managed.

Prime minister Narendra Modi's government says that the bill will bring transparency to how the properties are governed.

Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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South Korea's President Yoon ousted as court upholds impeachment

INTRO: South Korea's constitutional court has unanimously voted to uphold the impeachment of president Yoon Suk Yeol.

His short-lived declaration of martial law last December plunged the country into political turmoil. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.

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Seven Asian nations gather in Bangkok for BIMSTEC summit

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Seven Asian countries are meeting for what's called the Bimstec summit in Bangkok with an eye on boosting regional trade and maritime cooperation.

Analysts believe it's a crucial opportunity for India to counter China's rising influence in the region - as this is the only major grouping of nations that included Delhi but not Beijing.

Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.

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Trump Administration defends tariffs amid market turmoil

The Trump Administration is defending its announcement of sweeping global tariffs after U.S. trading partners threatened to retaliate.

Markets plunged and world leaders condemned the import taxes that would amount to the highest trade barriers in more than a century.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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UN chief calls for urgent access in Myanmar as the earthquake death toll mounts

As the death toll following an earthquake in Myanmar now reaches the 3000 mark,
United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres says the disaster
has laid bare the deeper vulnerabilities facing people throughout the
country.
Last Friday's earthquake left thousands injured and dead.
Myanmar has been in the grips of a bloody civil war since the military
seized power in 2021.
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​US stocks crater on fears Trump tariffs could trigger recession

US stocks cratered on Thursday amid concerns that Donald Trump's sweeping new tariffs could push the economy into recession.  The Dow plunged more than a thousand points in early trade … while the S&P was headed for its worst day in two years. Toni Waterman has more.

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NEW YORK MAYOR TO LAUNCH 'INDEPENDENT' REELECTION BID

New York Mayor Eric Adams has announced that he will seek re-election for City Hall as an independent, rather than as a candidate for the Democratic Party.

During his administration, Adams has faced several challenges, including corruption charges that were later dropped.

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US layoffs worst since pandemic amid DOGE cuts

Layoffs of workers reached the third highest level in recent US
history last month, largely driven by the reduction in federal
employees.

The cost-cutting by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency
slashed around 216,000 jobs in March.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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India says 'studying opportunities' arising from US tariffs

India has downplayed the impact of the levy of reciprocal taxes by the US, saying it is studying 'opportunities' that new taxes present.

Donald Trump announced tariffs of more than 26% for India - lower than most Asian economies will face.

Neha Poonia has more.

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NATO calls for more lethal alliance

NATO's Secretary-General has called for a stronger, fairer and more
lethal military alliance.

The comments come as foreign ministers are convening at NATO
headquarters for a two day meeting.

William Denselow reports from Kyiv.

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