Meta has announced that it will begin offering paid subscriptions
within the European Union from next month.
Those that pay to use Facebook and Instagram will be able to use the
social media sites without adverts.
William Denselow reports from Brussels.
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Monday, October 30, 2023
Former UK Intelligence Worker Jailed for Life for Attempted Murder Of US NSA Employee
A Former UK intelligence Worker has been jailed for life for the attempted murder of a US National Security Agency employee.
Joshua Bowles, 29, attacked the American women near the UK's intelligence and security headquarters where she was stationed.
The Judge described the attack as "politically motivated".
Simon Gaitán reports…
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UK HOLDING EMERGENCY TERRORISM MEETING
The UK Prime Minister and the country's Home Secretary are holding an emergency meeting with security officials to discuss the threat of domestic terrorism.
With the war between Hamas and Israel, there are fears the risk of a terror attack within Britain has increased.
Stuart Smith reports from London.
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With the war between Hamas and Israel, there are fears the risk of a terror attack within Britain has increased.
Stuart Smith reports from London.
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US says still hopes for Hamas hostages as Israeli invasion intensifies
Israel appears to be advancing militarily in the Gaza Strip, after a tank was spotted traveling south from Gaza City.
The Israeli government is refusing to comment on the specifics of its ground operations in Gaza, but claims that attacks overnight killed dozens of senior figures from Hamas.
The Hamas-run health authority in Gaza says more than 8,000 people have died as a result of the reprisals for October 7th Hamas assault on Israel.
Our US correspondent Simon Marks with the latest from the Biden administration.
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Luis Rubiales banned by FIFA for 3 years
FIFA is banning Luis Rubiales from "all football-related activities" for three years.
The ex-head of Spain's football federation had already been provisionally suspended after kissing player Jenni Hermoso at the women's World Cup Final in August.
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Colorado trial begins over lawsuit to disqualify Trump from ballot
Donald Trump's legal problems continue to complicate his bid to regain the presidency.
A trial in Colorado opens today over a lawsuit seeking to keep the former president off the state's ballot in next year's election.
Ira Spitzer reports.
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Russian missile attack injures two, damages ship repair yard in Odesa
Russia launched missiles overnight targeting the port region of Odesa in southern Ukraine. Officials said two people were injured and buildings at a ship repair facility were damaged as a result of the attacks.
Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv
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Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv
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Former Emergency Relief Coordinator, Sir Mark Lowcock: “Total And Absolute Failure To Put In Place Any Kind Of Relief Operation”
The UN has warned that "civil order is starting to break down" in Gaza, as a result of the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation in the besieged enclave.
The International Criminal Court's top prosecutor has warned that impeding relief aid to Gaza's civilian population could constitute a crime.
Intense Israeli Airstrikes on Gaza continue with the Hamas-led Health Ministry saying the death toll has risen to over 8,300.
Sir Mark Lowcock, a former relief coordinator, warns that a failure in providing relief aid means that the greatest threat to life in Gaza may now be as a result of the lack of food and water.
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Nigeria Calls for Humanitarian Truce in Hamas/Israel Conflict
Nigeria has called for sustained humanitarian truce between Israeli forces and Hamas officials in Palestine.
Renewed conflict broke between the two factions on October 7th, and it has led to the killing of about 10,000 civilians.
Tesem Akende reports from Jos.
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Pro-Palestine riots in Russia’s North Caucasus stirs antisemitic sentiment
A mob of anti-Israeli protesters stormed an airport in Dagestan, in Russia's North Caucasus region, predominantly inhabited by muslims. The rioters were reportedly searching for Israeli passengers of flights arriving from Tel Aviv, demanding to stop them from entering Dagestan. Local authorities and religious leaders denounced the riot as severe violation of law, calling on people to avoid provocations igniting religious hatred. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.
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Train collision in Southern India leaves at least 13 dead
At least 13 people have died and over 40 people injured after two passenger trains collided in India's Andhra Pradesh.
Officials have launched a probe, and they say human error could be the cause of this accident.
Sreoshi Mukherjee reports...
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Officials have launched a probe, and they say human error could be the cause of this accident.
Sreoshi Mukherjee reports...
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"We have to be ready for war" says German Defence Minister
Germany's Defence Minister has warned his country needs to be ready for war expanding into Europe.
The warning follows concerns within NATO that Europe's largest economy is not spending enough on defence.
From Berlin, Trent Murray reports.
The warning follows concerns within NATO that Europe's largest economy is not spending enough on defence.
From Berlin, Trent Murray reports.
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Bangladesh opposition leader arrested amid anti-government clashes
Bangladesh's main opposition leader has been arrested in Dhaka, following mass anti-government protests over the weekend.
Hundreds have been arrested in a police crackdown.
In the last one week alone, at least 3000 anti-government activists have been detained across the country, with critics accusing the Bangladeshi government of cracking down on dissent.
Priyata Brajabasi reports.
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Hundreds have been arrested in a police crackdown.
In the last one week alone, at least 3000 anti-government activists have been detained across the country, with critics accusing the Bangladeshi government of cracking down on dissent.
Priyata Brajabasi reports.
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Bomb blast in India's Kerala kills 3, injured dozens
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Three people have died and dozens injured in a bomb blast in the South Indian state of Kerala.
The man who claimed responsibility for the attack at a Christian convention center – has been detained.
Officials have launched an investigation – saying they're not ruling out terrorism as a motive.
Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.
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US-South Korea hold joint drills amid North Korean threats
The US and South Korea are holding large scale joint drills involving stealth planes to boost their joint capabilities this week.
It comes amid growing concerns about North Korean threats to stability in the region.
Patrick Fok reports.
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It comes amid growing concerns about North Korean threats to stability in the region.
Patrick Fok reports.
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Sunday, October 29, 2023
Friends actor Matthew Perry who played Chandler Bing found dead
Matthew Perry, one of the stars of the epic sitcom 'Friends' has been found dead at the age of 54, with the police saying no foul play was suspected.
He gained international fame playing Chandler Bing on the U.S. show for ten years – and had a public struggle with addiction.
Caroline Malone reports.
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He gained international fame playing Chandler Bing on the U.S. show for ten years – and had a public struggle with addiction.
Caroline Malone reports.
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Friday, October 27, 2023
U.S. China diplomacy on the up as President Biden meets FM Wang
U.S. President Biden met China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Washington on Friday, in a sign of improving diplomacy between the two nations.
Washington has maintained that with intense competition, there needs to be equally intense diplomacy.
Caroline Malone reports.
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EU leaders wrap up summit
European Union leaders have wrapped up their summit, where they called for civilians in Gaza to be protected and vowed to continue supporting Ukraine. Although they agreed on a joint declaration, officials now face weeks of complex negotiations over the bloc's long-term budget and how to source funds for longer-term commitments to Kyiv. Alex Cadier reports from Brussels.
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Maine mass shooting manhunt continues
Police in Maine are continuing to search for a suspect who shot dead
18 people and injured 13 others.
Robert Card has been on the run since Wednesday night's shooting at a
restaurant and bowling alley in the city of Lewiston.
His cell phone and a note have been recovered, but police have not
revealed what was written in the note.
Police divers are also searching an area near to where his car was found.
Lewiston Police Chief David St. Pierre is asking the public to remain
patient as the investigation continues.
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Maine Department of Public Safety Commissioner Mike Sauschuck says
authorities have received tips about the suspect.
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18 people and injured 13 others.
Robert Card has been on the run since Wednesday night's shooting at a
restaurant and bowling alley in the city of Lewiston.
His cell phone and a note have been recovered, but police have not
revealed what was written in the note.
Police divers are also searching an area near to where his car was found.
Lewiston Police Chief David St. Pierre is asking the public to remain
patient as the investigation continues.
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Maine Department of Public Safety Commissioner Mike Sauschuck says
authorities have received tips about the suspect.
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Maine manhunt continues -- mass shooting suspect on the loose
The search continues for a suspect alleged to have shot dead 18 people in the US state of Maine on Wednesday.
In an update on Friday morning, police said they're working 24/7 to find Robert Card, aged 40, who they describe as "armed, dangerous" and at large.
Hundreds of officers have since joined the manhunt in and around the small city of Lewiston.
Benji Hyer reports.
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