Wednesday, September 17, 2025

India describes trade discussions with the US as "positive"

New Delhi says Tuesday's one-day trade discussions between Indian and US officials were "positive" and "forward-looking".

These were the first in-person talks between the two countries since President Donald Trump imposed tariffs of 50 per cent last month.

Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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Trump extends TikTok deadline again ahead of talk with China’s Xi Jinping, China says US TikTok deal a 'win-win'

INTRO:  US President Donald Trump extended the deadline to December for TikTok's US shutdown for the fourth time ahead of a call with Chinese President Xi Jinping about the fate of the Chinese-owned short video app.

The decision comes after the US and China concluded talks in Madrid, where the two sides reached a "framework" for resolving issues related to the app. Laura Westbrook reports.

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Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Robert Redford dies, aged 89

Oscar-winning actor and director Robert Redford has died at the age of 89.


The Hollywood giant was also a fierce champion of independent filmmaking.


Ira Spitzer has more


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Fed meeting gets underway with Lisa Cook still in her job, Trump advisor added to board

The US Central Bank has kicked off what could be its most consequential meeting of the year - with a rate cut expected and drama on the board of governors.

An appeals court late Monday blocked President Trump from sacking Lisa Cook - who has denied allegations of mortgage fraud.

While early Tuesday - top White House advisor Stephen Miran was sworn in - raising questions about the Fed's independence.  Toni Waterman has more from Washington.

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Rubio says US visa-holders celebrating death of Charlie Kirk will be deported

US visa-holders who are found to have celebrated the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk will be deported according to Secretary of State Marco Rubio.


On a social media post said visa revocations are already underway.

Kate fisher reports from Washington


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UN commission of inquiry says Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians in Gaza

A United Nations commission of inquiry says Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians in Gaza.

Israel says the UN commission had a political agenda against the country.

It comes as Spain's national broadcaster voted to boycott next year's Eurovision song contest if Israel is allowed to participate.

Ross Cullen reports.

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RADIO: DRC PARLIAMENT TENSIONS

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A group of lawmakers in the Democratic Republic of Congo have submitted a petition calling for the dismissal of the Speaker of the National Assembly, Vital Kamerhe and other senior officials for allegedly mismanaging parliamentary affairs.
The MPs have collected 262 signatures and handed their petition to the office of the first Vice-President. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa.

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Russian sanctions package shelved for now

The European Union's plan to impose a 19th round of sanctions on
Russia has reportedly been shelved for the time being.

It comes as both the EU and U.S. are seeking to pressure Hungary and
Slovakia to wean themselves off of Russian energy.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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U.S. PRESIDENT DUE IN UK LATER FOR STATE VISIT

US President Donald Trump is arriving in London later for the start of his second state visit to the UK.


It's an honour that hasn't been offered to any other US president before, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer tries to keep Donald Trump onside and UK-US relations strong.


Stuart Smith has more from London


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Two men jailed for attempting to bewitch and kill Zambia's president


A court in Zambia has sentenced two men to two years in prison for attempting to use witchcraft to kill President Hakainde Hichilema.


Isaac Lukando reports


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Israel intensifies Gaza City bombardment as Defence Minister says “Gaza is burning”

Residents of Gaza City said heavy and intensified strikes have been carried out overnight amid reports that Israeli ground forces have entered the city in the beginning of the first phase of the military's takeover plan.

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv.

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DONALD TRUMP TO ARRIVE IN UK FOR STATE VISIT

Air Force One will touch down in the UK later (Tuesday approx. 1930G) ahead of President Trump's state visit.

He'll be hosted by the King at Windsor Castle on Wednesday with a ceremonial welcome and state banquet.

Some anti-Trump protests are expected during the visit.

Former senior Metropolitan Police officer Kevin Hurley says there's a huge security operation ready to go.

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India’s LNG Purchases Ease as Market Awaits Cheaper Supply

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India, a major consumer of liquefied natural gas, is seeing demand taper off this year as buyers wait for a wave of new global supply. The pause highlights how New Delhi is reshaping its energy strategy to balance costs, imports, and cleaner fuels.

Kshitij Nagar reports from New Delhi.

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India-US hold trade talks as tensions persist

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India and the US are holding first in person trade talks since Washington imposed 50% tariffs on New Delhi.

Trade envoy Brendan Lynch will meet Indian negotiators on Tuesday as both sides say they want to finalise a deal in weeks despite differences over India's trade ties with Russia remaining a major hurdle.

Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.

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US, China reach TikTok ‘consensus,’ setting up Trump-Xi call

INTRO: US and Chinese officials said on Monday they have reached a framework agreement to switch TikTok to US-controlled ownership, that is set to be confirmed in a Friday call between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

The potential deal came after a second day of talks led by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He (PRONO: HUH) Lifeng in Madrid, which also includes discussions about the wider US-China trade dispute. Laura Westbrook has more.
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US carries out another deadly attack on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat

President Donald Trump says the US military has carried out another deadly attack on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat in international waters.  Three people were killed. It is the second such attack this month. Toni Waterman has more.

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Monday, September 15, 2025

China says Nvidia violated antitrust laws

China says a preliminary probe has found US chipmaker Nvidia in violation of antitrust laws. 


The announcement comes as Washington and Beijing hold trade talks in Madrid.


Ira Spitzer reports.


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FBI Director Patel says alleged Charlie Kirk gunman said he was going to try and kill the MAGA icon

New details are emerging about the man suspected of killing right wing activist Charlie Kirk on a university campus last week.

The FBI director says the DNA of 22-year old Tyler Robinson has been found on  a towel wrapped around the alleged gun used in the assassination.

And that Robinson had indicated he was going to take out Kirk.

Toni Waterman has more.

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Elon Musk Buys $1 Billion Worth of Tesla Stock

Billionaire Tesla CEO Elon Musk has purchased a billion dollars' worth of the company's stock, in a sign of confidence in its future.

Tesla faces increased competition from electric vehicle makers and has had a rocky 2025, with concerns over Musk's involvement in the Trump administration.

Mitch McCann reports:

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Israel does not rule out further strikes on Palestinian armed group Hamas outside Gaza

The Israeli Prime Minister has not ruled out further strikes on Palestinian armed group Hamas, saying they would not have immunity "wherever they are".

Speaking at a joint news conference with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Jerusalem, Benjamin Netanyahu said every country had the right "to defend itself beyond its borders". Israel carried out an air strike in Qatar last week, which led to the small Gulf state calling an emergency meeting of Arab leaders in Doha on Monday.

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv.


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