France's Europe Minister has urged the European Union to act faster
when it comes to cutting red tape.
The bloc has pledged to take action to boost competitive and kickstart
economic growth but the French official says bolder steps are needed.
William Denselow reports from Paris
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Thursday, May 22, 2025
Indian central bank says country's economy remains resilient
India's central bank says that the country's economy remains resilient despite global uncertainties.
This comes as New Delhi is trying to secure a trade deal with the US to protect itself from tariff hikes.
Rebecca Bundhun has more from Mumbai.
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Two Israeli embassy staff members killed in DC shooting
Two Israeli embassy staff members were killed in a shooting outside a Jewish museum in Washington DC.
The suspect is in custody - and the police have said he was 'not on our radar'.
Nick Harper has more.
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The suspect is in custody - and the police have said he was 'not on our radar'.
Nick Harper has more.
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Israel's Ambassador has called it a depraved act of 'terrorism'.
Nick Harper is in Washington DC and he has more on the reactions coming in
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Israel's Ambassador has called it a depraved act of 'terrorism'.
Nick Harper is in Washington DC and he has more on the reactions coming in
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Two Israelis shot dead in Washington DC
Police in the US have arrested a 30-year-old man suspected of killing
two Israeli embassy staff outside a Jewish museum in Washington DC.
He's been named as Elias Rodriguez from Chicago.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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two Israeli embassy staff outside a Jewish museum in Washington DC.
He's been named as Elias Rodriguez from Chicago.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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TWO ISRAELI EMBASSY STAFF SHOT DEAD IN WASHINGTON
Two Israeli embassy staff have been shot dead outside a Jewish museum in Washington.
Police say a suspect, 30 year-old Elias Rodriguez, is in custody.
US President Donald Trump has described the shooting as 'so sad' and says it is 'based on antisemitism'.
Israeli Ambassador to the United States, Yechiel Leiter, says the staff were about be engaged.
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Police say a suspect, 30 year-old Elias Rodriguez, is in custody.
US President Donald Trump has described the shooting as 'so sad' and says it is 'based on antisemitism'.
Israeli Ambassador to the United States, Yechiel Leiter, says the staff were about be engaged.
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Two Israeli embassy staff members killed in DC shooting
Two Israeli embassy staff members were killed in a shooting outside a Jewish museum in Washington DC.
The suspect is in custody.
Israel's Ambassador to the United Nations called it a depraved act of 'terrorism'.
Brian Shook has more
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The suspect is in custody.
Israel's Ambassador to the United Nations called it a depraved act of 'terrorism'.
Brian Shook has more
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India & US likely to agree on a mini-trade deal by July 8: report
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India and the US could finalise an interim trade deal by July 8 when the 90 day pause on US tariff expires, according to reports.
The pact could exempt India from the 26 percent levies it currently faces.
Both sides are currently negotiating a broader trade deal that they say could help double India-US trade by 2030.
Ishan Garg tells us more.
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India and the US could finalise an interim trade deal by July 8 when the 90 day pause on US tariff expires, according to reports.
The pact could exempt India from the 26 percent levies it currently faces.
Both sides are currently negotiating a broader trade deal that they say could help double India-US trade by 2030.
Ishan Garg tells us more.
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un condemns warship accident as 'criminal'
INTRO: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has called an accident at a launch ceremony for a new North Korean naval destroyer a "criminal act".
Kim witnessed the failed launch of the 5,000-ton destroyer and ordered the ship to be restored before a key ruling party meeting next month, as Laura Westbrook reports.
Kim witnessed the failed launch of the 5,000-ton destroyer and ordered the ship to be restored before a key ruling party meeting next month, as Laura Westbrook reports.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
SA President ambushed by Trump in Oval Office
US President Donald Trump has ambushed his South African counterpart Cyril Ramaphosa by playing a video and amplifying false claims that white South Africans have been victims of a genocide.
Mr Trump largely dismissed Mr. Ramaphosa's attempt to describe the situation in his own country.
Kate fisher reports from Washington
Kate Fisher reports from New York.
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Open AI to buy legendary ex-Apple designer’s startup for $6.4 billion
OpenAI has announced that it is buying former Apple design guru Jony Ive's AI device startup for $6.4 billion dollars.
It's the company's biggest acquisition to date and puts one of the main architects of the iPhone at the center of OpenAI's hardware ambitions,
It's the company's biggest acquisition to date and puts one of the main architects of the iPhone at the center of OpenAI's hardware ambitions,
Ira Spitzer reports.
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Judge orders Trump administration to “maintain custody” of migrants flown to South Sudan
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to maintain custody of a group of migrants it allegedly flew to South Sudan - a country the US advises people not to travel to.
Last month, Judge Brian Murphy blocked the White House from deporting migrants without 15-days notice and due process.
Toni Waterman has more.
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Last month, Judge Brian Murphy blocked the White House from deporting migrants without 15-days notice and due process.
Toni Waterman has more.
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US ends police reform plans prompted by George Floyd's killing
The US Justice Department has dismissed investigations into several
police departments and ended reform agreements put in place following
the killings of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor.
The Assistant Attorney General described the inquiries and reforms
part of an "anti-police agenda".
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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police departments and ended reform agreements put in place following
the killings of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor.
The Assistant Attorney General described the inquiries and reforms
part of an "anti-police agenda".
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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US RETAILER TARGET BLAMES ECONOMIC CONDITIONS FOR WEAK FIRST QUARTER RESULTS
US retailer Target has posted weaker-than-expected first-quarter results – blaming economic conditions as well as changes to its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies.
Mitch McCann reports.
Mitch McCann reports.
UK MAY SANCTION ISRAELI GOVERNMENT MINISTERS
The UK is reportedly considering harsh sanctions against senior members of the Israeli government.
Britain's already suspended trade talks with Tel Aviv over its renewed military offensive and restrictions on deliveries to Gaza.
Stuart Smith has more.
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Britain's already suspended trade talks with Tel Aviv over its renewed military offensive and restrictions on deliveries to Gaza.
Stuart Smith has more.
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Suicide attack strikes bus carrying children in southwest Pakistan
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In Pakistan's volatile southwestern province, a suicide bomber has struck a school bus, putting security forces on high alert.
The blast comes amid a diplomatic standoff with India, which has blamed Pakistan for a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, in Indian-administered Kashmir—a charge Islamabad denies.
For years, the South Asian country has been grappling with terrorism, particularly along its western frontier, which remains highly susceptible to militant attacks.
Hira Mustafa has more.
In Pakistan's volatile southwestern province, a suicide bomber has struck a school bus, putting security forces on high alert.
The blast comes amid a diplomatic standoff with India, which has blamed Pakistan for a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, in Indian-administered Kashmir—a charge Islamabad denies.
For years, the South Asian country has been grappling with terrorism, particularly along its western frontier, which remains highly susceptible to militant attacks.
Hira Mustafa has more.
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Three people killed in floods in southern France
Three people have been killed in floods in southern France.
Storms swept across the Var region, leading to sudden water-level rises, and deadly flooding.
Ross Cullen reports.
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European Editors Protest Hungary’s Crackdown on independent Media
More than 80 top editors across Europe have signed a petition urging the EU to stop a proposed Hungarian law they say could silence independent media and civil groups.The law has drawn sharp comparisons to Russian restrictions on dissent. Pablo Gutierrez reports from Budapest.
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REPORT: UK CONSIDERS SANCTIONS ON ISRAELI MINISTERS
The UK is reportedly considering harsh sanctions on key members of the Israeli government.
Britain's already suspended talks on a trade deal with the country, over its renewed military offensive and restrictions on aid in Gaza.
Israel says it won't be diverted by 'external pressure'.
Palestinian journalist Nour Odeh says it's a shift in stance from the UK.
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Britain's already suspended talks on a trade deal with the country, over its renewed military offensive and restrictions on aid in Gaza.
Israel says it won't be diverted by 'external pressure'.
Palestinian journalist Nour Odeh says it's a shift in stance from the UK.
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First Indian MP delegation to leave for UAE as part of India's global "anti-terrorism" campaign
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The first of the seven delegations of Indian MPs will travel to the UAE on Wednesday as New Delhi launches a global campaign to communicate its message of zero tolerance for terrorism.
It comes after India launched military strikes on Pakistani territory earlier this month blaming it for a terrorist attack on Indian soil that killed at least 26 people.
Islamabad has denied the allegation.
Ishan Garg tells us more.
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China slams US 'bullying' over new chip export controls, vows 'firm steps'
INTRO: Beijing has condemned new US warnings on the use of AI chips made in China, and vowed to take steps against "bullying" efforts to restrict access to high-tech semiconductors and supply chains.
Washington has sought to curb exports of state-of-the-art chips to China in recent years, over military concerns and that it could undermine American dominance in AI. Laura Westbrook reports.
Washington has sought to curb exports of state-of-the-art chips to China in recent years, over military concerns and that it could undermine American dominance in AI. Laura Westbrook reports.
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