Monday, December 8, 2025

Paramount–Skydance launches hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

There has been a major twist in the deal for Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery's streaming and studios business, with Paramount-Skydance making a hostile bid for the company.

Correspondent Mitch McCann reports:

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Supreme Court weighs whether President Trump can fire heads of independent agencies

The US Supreme Court is hearing arguments on whether President Donald Trump has the authority to fire a top Federal Trade Commission official - in a case that could have far reaching consequences for independent regulators. FTC commissioner Rebecca Slaughter was ousted earlier this year - told that her service was "inconsistent with the Administration's priorities".  In 1933, the Supreme court ruled unanimously that President Franklin D. Roosevelt couldn't fire an FTC commissioner over ideological differences.

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ZELENSKY LEAVING LONDON AFTER LATEST PEACE TALKS WITH EURO ALLIES

After Ukraine peace talks in London, the Elysee Palace says it'll intensify work on security guarantees and reconstruction.

The leaders of France, Germany and the UK met President Zelenskyy in Downing Street for a debrief after US-Ukraine talks at the weekend.

Stuart Smith has more from London.

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Trump “disappointed” with Zelenskyy, claims he hasn't read peace plan

US President Donald Trump has hit out at Ukraine's leader, saying he
is "disappointed" with Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

It comes as President Zelenskyy held meetings with European allies on
Monday looking to shore up support for his country.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is visiting Pakistan

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Indonesia's President is undertaking a two day visit to Pakistan to strengthen bilateral ties.

This marks the Indonesian President's first visit to the country and is coming at a time when the south asian country is seeking stronger economic cooperation with East Asia to shore up its coffers.

Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad. 

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French budget nears crucial vote, PM may resign if vote fails

The French parliament is preparing for a crucial budget vote - though there is no certainty that it will pass despite Socialist support for Emmanuel Macron's government.

If Tuesday's vote fails - the prime minister, Sebastien Lecornu, will resign again.

He first stood down in October, but was reappointed by the president.

Ross Cullen reports.

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European officials to hold talks in U.S. amid trade and regulatory tensions

A team of officials from the European Commission are set to hold talks
with U.S. counterparts over the next three days to discuss the
implementation of a trade deal.

It comes amid rising tensions after social media giant X was fined
$140 million for breaching European regulations.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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Questions over Gaza Phase 2 plan

With only one hostage body remaining in Gaza, the first phase of the
peace plan is almost complete. But as Israel and Hamas prepare to
enter phase two, serious obstacles must be overcome.

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv


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Uk Tries To Tackle Youth Unemployment

50-thousand apprenticeship places are set to be created in the UK, as the government tries to tackle the problem of youth unemployment.


 725-million pounds (966 million USD) will be invested to fund apprenticeships in sectors including hospitality, engineering and AI.


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STARMER HOSTS ZELENSKY AND EUROPEAN LEADERS IN LONDON

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is hosting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in London (on Monday) for talks on peace proposals.

The French and German leaders are joining the discussions about a US-backed peace plan.

It comes after US President Donald Trump claimed President Zelensky hadn't yet read the proposals.

Peter Dickinson from the Atlantic Council says Vladimir Putin is unlikely to sign up to a deal without major concessions from Kyiv.

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India's IndiGo cancels more flights, leaving more passengers stranded

India's largest domestic airline IndiGo cancelled more flights on Monday, after thousands of flights were cancelled last week, leaving passengers stranded.

The country's aviation watchdog has warned the airline of regulatory action. IndiGo says that operations should stabilise by mid-week.

Rebecca Bundhun has more from Mumbai.

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Senior US officials travel to India to discuss trade and foreign policy

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With several senior US officials travelling to New Delhi this week, there's now a renewed push to ease a trade standoff with India. 
Senior political officials as well as US trade representatives are in India this week as both sides aim to conclude the first tranche of a trade pact by the end of the year. 
Ishan Garg tells us more.

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Friday, December 5, 2025

Trump awarded inaugural Fifa Peace Prize at World Cup draw

US president Donald Trump has been awarded the inaugural Fifa Peace
Prize at the draw to find out which countries will play each other at
next summer's World Cup.

The draw was held in Washington DC with the event next year being
hosted by the US, Canada and Mexico.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery's film and streaming business

After an intense bidding process it has been revealed Netflix will buy Warner Bros Discovery's studio and streaming services, creating an entertainment behemoth.

Mitch McCann reports:

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Chinese e-commerce giant Shein risks being suspended in France

On Friday, a judge in France will rule whether to suspend the Chinese e-commerce giant Shein (PRON: Shee-inn)

Shein has faced multiple controversies in France this year, including last month when sex dolls with a childlike appearance and illegal weapons were found on the site.

Ross Cullen reports.

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BBC WELCOMES ISRAEL EUROVISION DECISION

The BBC has welcomed the decision to include Israel in next year's Eurovision Song Contest.

Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia will now boycott the event over the war in Gaza and claims of unfair voting practices.

A majority of European Broadcasting Union members agreed Eurovision 2026 should proceed as planned, with a series of new safeguards in place.

Slovenian television executive Natalija Gawshchack says it was a simple decision to boycott.

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India's central bank cuts interest rates

India's central bank cut its key interest rate by 25 basis points to 5.25 per cent on Friday.

Subdued inflation provided the Reserve Bank of India with the flexibility to ease rates.

Rebecca Bundhun has more from Mumbai.

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Modi-Putin to hold talks in New Delhi as India carries out a balancing act

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Russian President Vladimir Putin and India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold talks in New Delhi with defence, trade and energy deals on the cards. 

This comes amid western pressure on India to reduce its trade with Moscow meaning India must balance ties with an age-old ally and keep Western partners happy too. 

Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi. 

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Thursday, December 4, 2025

Controversial US vaccine vote postponed until Friday

A vote on whether US officials will scrap a long-standing recommendation that all newborns receive the hepatitis B vaccine has been postponed until Friday, following a contentious committee meeting. 


The proposed change would mark the most consequential shift in federal vaccine policy in decades.


Ira Spitzer reports.


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US “reviewing” Tanzania relationship following election violence

The United States is "reviewing" its relationship with Tanzania in the
wake of violence that marred the country's elections in October.

United Nations experts estimate that hundreds of protesters were
killed during the brutal election crackdown.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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