Thursday, October 2, 2025

European leaders meet for second day of talks in Copenhagen

More than 40 European leaders are meeting in Copenhagen on Thursday, with the war in Ukraine, migration, and airspace violations among the themes that will be discussed.

It's the seventh summit for the European Political Community, a group of almost every nation in Europe that was founded in 2022.

Ross Cullen reports.

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South African firebrand MP Malema convicted of firing a gun in public

South African opposition politician Julius Malema has been found guilty of illegal possession of a gun and firing it in public, offences which carry a minimum sentence of 15 years in prison.


Isaac Lukando reports


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Madagascar: Protests ongoing to demand president's resignation on fifth day of rallies

Hundreds of protesters across Madagascar demanded the resignation of President Andry Rajoelina on Wednesday, taking to the streets for a fifth day of demonstrations that have shaken the government, local television broadcasts showed.


Isaac Lukando reports


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Aid Flotilla Headed For Gaza Stopped

Activist Greta Thunberg's among a number of people detained by the Israeli Navy as they were sailing aid towards Gaza.


More than a dozen boats in the flotilla were stopped and told to turn around because they were approaching an active combat zone.


Celeste Fierro, a lawmaker in Argentina, recorded this as her vessel was boarded.


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Met Police In London Facing More Racism Accusations

The head of Britain's biggest police force Sir Mark Rowley has apologised for what he's called "completely unacceptable" behaviour by some officers.


Allegations of racism, misogyny and excessive force are among the claims being investigated after secret filming at Charing Cross Police station in London.


It follows a series of damning reports including one that branded the force 'institutionally racist'.


Fraser Knight reports.


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Putin expected to visit India in early December

Russian president Vladimir Putin is expected to visit India in the first week of December, according to Indian media reports.

This comes after US president Donald Trump imposed additional tariffs on India - which he said were a punishment for New Delhi's oil imports from Russia.

Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Groundbreaking scientist Jane Goodall dies, aged 91

Jane Goodall, the groundbreaking primatologist who changed the way the world understood chimpanzees and inspired generations of conservationists, has died at the age of 91.

Her institute confirmed she passed away while on a speaking tour in Los Angeles.

Ira Spitzer reports.


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Supreme Court says Lisa Cook can retain Fed position - for now

The US Supreme Court says Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook can stay in her job pending oral arguments next year. President Donald Trump has tried to fire her on allegations of mortgage fraud, something she has denied.  Toni Waterman has more.

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Europe facing most dangerous situation since WWII: Denmark

Denmark has warned that a strong response is needed in response to
accusations that Russia is conducting a hybrid war against members of
the European Union.

European leaders have gathered in Copenhagen to discuss the bloc's
shared security needs following several drone incursions over recent
weeks.

Member states have also discussed support for Ukraine and the possible
use of frozen Russian assets.

William Denselow reports from the Danish capital.

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US government has shutdown after Congress failed to agree funding bill


The US government has shut down for the first time in almost seven years after members of Congress failed to agree a last-ditch funding deal. 


Charlotte North reports from Washington


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US stocks fall amid investor concerns over shutdown and new jobs report

US stocks fell at the opening bell on Tuesday due to the government shutdown and a worse-than-expected jobs report, which showed the biggest drop in private payrolls since March.

Mitch McCann reports from New York.

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Gaza flotilla enters "high risk zone"

The flotilla that is trying to challenge Israel's maritime blockade of
Gaza has now entered what organizers call the "high-risk zone" as the
Israeli navy prepares to intercept them

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv

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RADIO: KABILA SENTENCED TO DEATH

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A military court in the Democratic Republic of Congo has sentenced the country's former President Joseph Kabila to death in absentia for treason and war crimes. The crimes were linked to the M23 rebellion in the east of the country. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...

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Budapest Faces Bankruptcy if Orban “Solidarity Tax” Stands


In Hungary, Budapest's finances are under strain. The central government insists on enforcing a "solidarity tax" that city leaders say will push the capital into insolvency by mid-November. Pablo Gutierrez reports from Budapest.


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EU leaders gather to discuss drones, security and Ukraine at summit in Copenhagen

EU leaders are gathering on Wednesday to discuss drones, security, and Ukraine at a summit in the Danish capital Copenhagen.

The meeting comes after related violations of EU airspace by drones and Russian jets in recent weeks.

Ross Cullen reports.

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South African Ambassador To France Found Dead In Paris

Investigations are continuing after the South African ambassador to France has been found dead in Paris.


The body of Nathi Mthethwa was found at the foot of a hotel tower in the west of the city, having booked a room on the 22nd floor.


From there, Olly Barratt reports.



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South Africa Grieves as Ambassador Dies in Paris Hotel

The South African government is mourning the untimely passing of its Ambassador to France after he was found dead near the four-star Hyatt Regency Hotel in Paris.


Isaac Lukando reports


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India’s Trade Pact with EFTA Bloc Take​s Effect

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India's trade agreement with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) which is made up of Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein will come into force Wednesday, marking a major step in India's economic ties with Europe.

Kshitij Nagar reports from New Delhi.



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India, US Hold Joint Naval Drills in Arabian Sea Amid Tariff Tensions

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The Indian and US navies have just wrapped up a new round of joint exercises in the Arabian Sea despite trade tensions.

India's indigenous destroyer INS Imphal joined forces with the US Navy's USS Gridley on Monday, putting military cooperation firmly in the spotlight.

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Magnitude 6.9 earthquake hits the Philippines

Officials say up to 60 people have been killed after a magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck the Philippines.

Affected areas are still assessing the extent of the damage caused by the quake.

Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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