Tuesday, April 22, 2025

RADIO: DRC PAYS TRIBUTE TO Pope Francis

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The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo has paid tribute to Pope Francis who died on Monday at the age of 88. President Felix Tshisekedi has described the Pope as a great servant of God whose life was a testimony of faith, humility and an unwavering commitment to peace and justice. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa....

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Gold's rally continues amid economic uncertainty

Gold prices extended their rally on Monday to hit a fresh record high following US President Donald Trump's criticism of the Federal Reserve chief's stance on interest rates.

Spot gold was up 1.7 per cent at $3,482 an ounce in early trade.

Rebecca Bundhun has more.

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India-US agree on rules of bilateral trade agreement during Vance's India trip

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India and the US have finalised the terms of reference of a bilateral trade agreement during Vice President JD Vance's meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Vance's four day trip to India comes as 26% tariffs on Indian imports have cast shadows over ties.

Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.

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CARDINALS MEET TO PLAN POPE FUNERAL

Cardinals meet in Rome on Tuesday to begin confirming details for the funeral of Pope Francis.

The Vatican says the 88 year-old died from a stroke and subsequent heart failure on Monday.

A conclave - the process to select a new pope - will be held in the coming weeks.

Papal historian Michael Walsh says the Catholic Church's cardinals will already be preparing for the election.

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Philippines, US launch joint combat drills in 'full battle test'

INTRO: More than 14,000 Filipino and American soldiers kicked off annual military exercises between the two allies in the face of regional security concerns, including tensions in the South China Sea.

Beijing and Manila have overlapping claims to parts of the South China Sea, and tensions have escalated over run-ins between their coast guards in the disputed waters. Laura Westbrook reports.


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Monday, April 21, 2025

DOJ calls for strong measures to counter Google's search monopoly

The future of one of the world's most valuable tech companies could be determined at a landmark trial which kicked off Monday.


In their opening statement, lawyers for the US Department of Justice called for strong measures to be imposed on Google to prevent the company from using artificial intelligence to extend its illegal monopoly in online search.


Ira Spitzer reports.


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​Four more Dems in El Salvador to demand release of wrongfully deported man

Four Democratic lawmakers are in El Salvador demanding Kilmar Abrego Garcia be returned to the US. Garica was wrongly deported to a notorious prison in the country last month - something the White House admitted was an "administrative error." Toni Waterman has more.

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Catholics mourn Pope Francis' death

More than a billion Catholics worldwide are mourning the death of Pope
Francis, who has passed away at the age of 88.

World leaders have paid tribute to the Pontiff as nine days of
mourning have been declared by the Vatican.

From where John Bevir reports.

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Trump stands behind Hegseth over second Signal chat (wrap)

The White House says US President Donald Trump "absolutely has confidence" in Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. It comes after the New York Times reported that he shared sensitive information ahead of air strikes on Yemen in a group chat that included members of his family. 

Kate Fisher reports from Washington


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WEINSTEIN TRIAL RESUMES - JURY SELECTION ALMOST COMPLETE

A New York judge has ruled that disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein will be allowed to remain in prison when he is not required to be in court during his latest trial for sex crimes.

Jury selection is nearly complete in what is a retrial of his 2020 conviction, in which Weinstein was found guilty of rape and sexual assault.

Mitch McCann reports:

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UN Secretary General pays tribute to the life of Pope Francis

United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has joined thousands
around the world to pay tribute to Pope Francis.
The leader of the Catholic church died on Monday morning at the age of 88.
Jody Jacobs has more from the United Nations in New York.

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Trump & Vance pay tribute to Pope Francis

US President Donald Trump has paid tribute to Pope Francis.

He's among world leaders and US political figures paying their
condolences to the Pope who passed away at the age of 88.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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POPE FRANCIS DEAD AT 88

Pope Francis has died aged 88.

It comes a day after he made an appearance in St Peter's Square to wish Happy Easter to worshippers.

In February and March he spent time in hospital with double pneumonia.

CEO of Catholic Voices Brendan Thompson says it's a profound moment.

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Pakistan's finance minister heads a high level delegation in Washington

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Pakistan's Finance Minister is in Washington to participate in the IMF and World Bank Spring meetings.

The visit comes as Islamabad steps up efforts to secure foreign funding amid a prolonged economic crisis.

Hira Mustafa has more.

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Gold prices hit new record high

Gold prices rose to a record high on Monday amid concerns about the impact of the China-US trade war on global economic growth.

Spot gold was up 1.7 per cent to over $3,383 an ounce in the early session.

Rebecca Bundhun has more.

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VP Vance to discuss trade with Modi in Delhi

US Vice President JD Vance is in New Delhi for a four-day visit.

The US leader will be holding talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The meeting comes as India and the US are holding trade talks to sign a $500 billion bilateral deal by the end of the year

Calling India a big abuser of tariffs, the Trump government slapped tariffs of 26% against New Delhi - and then suspended them earlier this month.

Neha Poonia has more.

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US Vice Prez JD Vance visits India with family

US Vice President JD Vance is arriving in New Delhi with his family on a four day visit that blends high level talks and a personal trip.

This visit comes as the tariff war between USA and China escalates, but experts say - India is hoping to secure a trade deal with the US during the 90-day pause.

Sreoshi Mukherjee reports from New Delhi 

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Friday, April 18, 2025

Students set up memorials at Florida State following Thursday's shooting

A memorial has been set up at Florida State University, after a
20-year-old opened fire, killing two men and wounding six others.
The shooter has now been identified by police as Phoenix Ikner and is
believed to be a Florida State student and the son of a sheriff's
deputy.
Jody Jacobs reports...

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US President says he may decrease tariffs on China, to prevent price increases


There are indications that President Donald Trump does not want to increase tariffs on China any further, from the 145% level, and that he could even reduce the levies.
Officials from the Trump administration are holding meetings with representatives of other countries in a bid to get trade deals that would prevent full tariffs from coming into force.
Caroline Malone reports from Washington.

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India says it's in touch with students after many receive notices scrapping their immigration status

India's Foreign Ministry says it is 'in touch' with students who have received emails revoking their visa status after President Trump's crackdown on migrants.

Indian students constitute the highest number of international students studying in the US.

Sreoshi Mukherjee reports from New Delhi.

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