Wednesday, October 28, 2020

Judicial panel begins hearing on police brutality claims in Lagos



A judicial panel investigating claims of police brutality and the shooting of protesters has begun hearing complaints in Lagos southwest Nigeria. 

The judicial panel was set up as part of efforts to end police brutality in Nigeria after weeks of protests by thousands of youths across the country.

Correspondent Phil Ihaza reports from Abuja


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Europe hit by brutal second wave with new lockdown expected in France and Belgium

France and Germany will announce new measures to tackle the second wave of the coronavirus. 

French President Emmanuel Macron will give a televised address on Wednesday evening, with a full national lockdown being considered. 

Belgium is now officially the bloc's worst coronavirus hotspot, and could announce a new lockdown this weekend. 

Lucy Hough is our Europe Correspondent, reporting from Brussels. 

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Kremlin says Joe Biden 'spreading hatred' of Russia

The Kremlin has expressed regret that Joe Biden 'spread hatred' of Russia. It comes after the U.S. presidential candidate called Russia the greatest threat to American security. Julia Chapman has more.

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UK GOVT URGED TO CONSIDER STRICTER LOCKDOWN

The UK government's under growing pressure to consider a national coronavirus lockdown as cases and deaths continue to spike.

367 deaths were recorded over the last 24 hour period - the highest since May.

The government's scientific advisers are warning the UK could see more deaths in the second wave of covid-19 than in the first peak.

But dozens of Conservative MPs are calling on the Prime Minister to set out a roadmap for regions to exit the lockdown restrictions already in place.

Environment Secretary George Eustice says it's a difficult balance to strike heading towards Christmas.

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India holds first state elections during the pandemic; Prime Minister Narendra Modi's COVID 19 response to be the key issue

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party is facing its first electoral challenge since the pandemic started.

As one of India's poorest states, Bihar goes to poll…

Experts say Mr. Modi will be judged on his handling of the COVID 19 issue.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.


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Los Angeles Dodgers Win World Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers have won Major League Baseball's World Series. They defeated the Tampa Bay Rays, to take their first World Series title since 1988. 

US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has the details. 


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Australia – Prime Minister Condemns Doha Airport Searches

It's been revealed that passengers from as many as 10 different aircraft were searched by authorities at a Doha airport earlier this month.


Shaun Bindley reports.


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Tokyo Olympics: Athletes’ village to have ‘health base’

A Japanese government-led panel has agreed to establish a COVID-19 'health' base at the athletes' village next year for the summer Olympic Games. It's the latest on safety precautions organizers will be taking against the virus. Grace Lee has more from Tokyo.


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China Reports Rise in New COVID Cases


China reported its highest daily toll of coronavirus outbreak in months on Tuesday because of a spike in infections in Xinjiang province.

That's where a cluster of infections emerged over the weekend, prompting mass testing in the city of Kashgar.

Patrick Fok reports from Beijing.

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Cathay Pacific under pressure amid contract negotiations and job cuts

Hong Kong's flagship airline Cathay Pacific is facing mounting pressure from its pilots and flight attendants. They are threatening potential legal action against the airline if the terms of new contracts are not improved. Cathay is cutting salaries and sacking more than 5,000 local staff as part of a mass restructuring due the business impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.  

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.


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Tuesday, October 27, 2020

Keith Raniere handed life sentence

The leader of self-help group Nxivm has been sentenced to 120 years in
prison for charges including sex trafficking and racketeering.

Keith Raniere is accused of forming a sex cult where women were
branded with his initials.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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US markets mostly down on Covid case numbers and vaccine, stimulus uncertainty


Wall Street traded mostly down Tuesday, extending losses after Monday's steep sell-off.


Fears of rising Covid-19 cases and the unlikelihood of a coronavirus relief package until AFTER the elections offset gains seen in the tech sector. 


Here's New York correspondent Liling Tan with the markets roundup. 


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The UK's recorded 367 more coronavirus-related deaths - the highest daily figure since  May.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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Ethiopians sentenced for attempting to kill prime minister

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An Ethiopian court has sentenced five men who were found guilty of attempting to kill the country's prime minister during a public rally in 2018. 

 

Coletta Wanjohi reports from Addis Ababa: 



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Supreme Court blocks extension to Wisconsin mail-in voting deadline

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that mail-in ballots will only be
counted in Wisconsin if they are received by Election Day.

The move is seen as a blow for Democrats in this crucial swing state.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.

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US rivals campaign hard one week before Election Day

US presidential rivals Donald Trump and Joe Biden are making multiple
campaign stops a week out from the November 3rd election day.

Around 65 million Americans have already voted, about half of all the
votes counted 4 years ago - prompting predictions of historic turnout
this election.

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France considers new lockdown as Covid-19 infections surge in second wave

The French government is considering whether to tighten coronavirus restrictions as the country continues to battle a second wave of infections.

France now has the world's fifth-highest total number of Covid-19 cases.

Ross Cullen has more from Paris.

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TOTAL, TANZANIA SIGN PIPELINE DEAL

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French oil company Total has signed an agreement with the Tanzania government to build a pipeline in the country. The project is expected to exploit 6.5 billion barrels of oil from Uganda's Albertine oil zone to Tanzania's port of Tanga. Leon Solomon reports

 

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NORTHERN ENGLAND LAWMAKERS CALL FOR "ROUTE OUT OF LOCKDOWN" AND MORE ECONOMIC HELP

More than 50 Conservative lawmakers have written to UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, urging him to publish a "clear road map" out of the strictest lockdown restrictions.

The 'Northern Research Group' of MPs also wants the Prime Minister to ensure investment in the region's economy continues, despite the financial pressure of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Stuart Smith report from London.

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Protests in Italy against lockdown measures turn violent

Hundreds have turned out in Italy for protests against new lockdown restrictions. 

Demonstrations have been seen on the streets of cities like Milan and Turin, with some scenes of violence. 

Lucy Hough is our Europe Correspondent. 

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