Monday, February 29, 2016

US embassy urges Iraqis to evacuate ahead of dam collapse

The largest dam in Iraq is in danger of collapse, according to
officials from the US embassy in Iraq.

The Mosul dam was briefly seized by ISIS last year, and there are
fears that if it bursts, the flooding could kill nearly 1 and a half
million people.

Laura Cantekin reports from New York.

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Tech Companies Unite To Support Apple Inc.

Several tech companies, including Google's parent Alphabet Inc.,
Facebook and Microsoft plan to file a joint motion supporting Apple in
its court fight against the Justice Department over unlocking an
alleged terrorist's iPhone. More than 25 major tech firms, media
organizations and civil liberties groups stepped up to show support,
revealing they are not comfortable with the government's request to
tap security settings on personal devices.

Patrice Howard reports from Los Angeles.

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Pres. hopefuls prepare for Super Tuesday vote contest

Candidates are gearing up for the biggest day of the 2016 presidential election so far, Super Tuesday.
 
12 states will take part in voting that could propel candidates closer to a November run-off for the White House. 

Kevin McAleese reports from Washington....

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PENTAGON: US Fight against ISIS ongoing amid Syria ceasfire

"Momentum is now on our side" - how defence chief Ash Carter described the US-led fight against the so-called Islamic State.

During a Pentagon briefing, Mr Carter said Washington-backed forces have pushed ISIS out of the Syrian town of Shaddadi - a key strategic location for the extremists.

A cessation of hostilities in Syria signed last week between the US and Russia came into force on Saturday. 

The US defense secretary said the agreement - a ceasefire between the Syrian government forces and rebels fighters - must be upheld for the sake of the Syrian people...

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Mr Carter recognized that while the ceasefire deal could be an important step to ending the Syrian conflict the  US air-campaign against ISIS would continue....

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Trial begins of US Air Force veteran accused of supporting IS

A veteran of the United States Air Force has been charged with
attempting to join the self-proclaimed Islamic State.

Tairod Nathan Webster Pugh was detained in Turkey last year after
spending a year living in Egypt.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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US Student Detained in North Korea Apologises


An American student who has been arrested in North Korea has publicly apologised for his alleged crime, trying to steal a political banner from his hotel.

21 year old Otto Warmbier, who's an undergraduate at the University of Virginia, made the admission in front of media in Pyongyang.

Here's our US correspondent Lorna Shaddick.

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Russia raising concerns of Turkish military movements on Syrian border

Russia is raising concerns about Turkish military movements along the border with Syria as a fragile ceasefire in the country remains.

Moscow is warning that any armed intervention by Turkey would be an "irreparable blow" to the cessation of hostilities in Syria.

Jack Parrock reports from Moscow.

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Woman arrested in Moscow for child 'beheading'

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Investigators in Russia said on Monday they had arrested a nanny and charged her with murdering a young child in her care.  It came after local media broadcast footage of a woman brandishing a severed head near a Moscow metro station. Julia Lyubova has more.


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UK Gov: Brexit could cause "Decade of uncertainty"

UK government officials say Britain leaving the EU would cause a "decade of uncertainty"...

But the claim is being described as "ludicrous" by leading exit campaigners, as senior politicians stand divided on the issue.

Our UK correspondent Dan Whitehead reports...

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Saudi Arabia accuses Russian, Syrian forces of ceasefire violation

As fragile ceasefire in Syria announced last Saturday continues to hold, Saudi Arabia accused Syrian government forces and their ally, Russia, of "ceasefire violations". The accusations come amid concerns Damascus and Moscow may not adhere to the truce conditions and use it as a pretext to continue its airstrikes on rebel-held territories. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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EU challenges Belgian passport controls

The European Commission is challenging Belgium's decision to temporarily impose passport checks on the border with France.
Introduced on Wednesday, the move is a direct response to French plans to bulldoze part of the refugee camp at Calais - Belgium fears camp residents will try to cross the border.
Elena Casas reports from Brussels.

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Swiss Reject Automatic Deportation Proposal

Swiss voters have knocked down a plan to deport foreigners charged with committing minor crimes.

The results come even with anti immigration sentiment rising in Switzerland.

Our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek has more from Brussels.


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"Spotlight" Wins Top Honors at Hollywood's Annual Academy Awards

Hollywood's biggest night came to a nail-biting finish Sunday, as
"Spotlight" a film about journalists investigating abuse in the
Catholic Church won best picture. Leonardo DiCaprio, a six-time
nominee favored to win for his lead in "The Revenant" was not
disappointed, nor was Brie Larson who took home a best actress trophy
for her performance in "Room."

Host Chris Rock addressed the lack of diversity in the films
nominated, but show went on in true Hollywood fashion.

Patrice Howard reports.

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Australian Cardinal Pell evasive during cross-examination - abuse support group

Australia's Cardinal George Pell's evidence has been received with disappointment by an abuse survivors support group watching the royal commission in Sydney.
Arthur Stevens reports

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Pell evidence via Videolink - abuse survivors relieved

Child abuse survivors say they are relieved Australian Cardinal George Pell has struck a more conciliatory tone before the abuse royal commission.
However, they say there's still a way to go.
Arthur Stevens reports from Melbourne

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UN details Syrian ceasefire aid plan

The United Nations is planning to deliver aid to 150,000 besieged
civilians during the temporary ceasefire in Syria.

The truce started on Saturday, but there have been reports that the
ceasefire has been broken by both sides.

Nick Harper reports from the UN in New York.

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Alicia Vikander and Mark Rylance win supporting Oscars

Alicia Vikander and Mark Rylance have won the Best Supporting Actress and Actor awards at the Oscars.

Newcomer Vikander won for her role in "The Danish Girl," beating stars Kate Winslet and Jennifer Jason Leigh.

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Mark Rylance was the surprise winner for his role in "Bridge of Spies".

He beat favourite Sylvester Stallone, who took home the award at the Golden Globes and Critics Choice awards, for his performance in "Creed".

Rylance thanked his director Steven Spielberg.

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Host Chris Rock Tackles Race at Oscar Awards

The 88th Academy Awards ceremony is underway. "The Revenant" leads
with twelve nominations, "Mad Max: Fury Road" is close behind with ten
nods, and "The Martian" takes third place with seven nominations.

Comedian Chris Rock is hosting this year and wasted no time addressing
the diversity issue at the Oscars, sharing a slightly humorous speech
about the issue of discrimination in Hollywood.


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Sunday, February 28, 2016

Parliamentary questions over Brexit campaiging

Britain's top civil servant is to be questioned by lawmakers in
parliament this week over guidance he issued that government ministers
set to campaign for the UK to leave the European Union should not have
access to certain papers.

Referendum-related material is to be withheld from ministers who are
arguing against official government policy of remaining in the block,
ahead of the public vote in June.

From London Catherine Drew reports.

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Hollywood prepares for Oscars

Hollywood is preparing for the biggest awards show in its calendar - the Oscars.

Leonardo DiCaprio is widely tipped to win best actor for his role in 'The Revenant', which is expected to scoop the coveted Best Picture category.

Film Critic James Berardinelli [[ ber-AR-duh-nelly ]] says this year one film really stands out.

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[ALT] Film Critic James Berardinelli [[ ber-AR-duh-nelly ]] says Tom Hardy did well in 'The Revenant', but faces stiff competition to win Best Supporting Actor.

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Final set of Clinton emails set to be released

The final set of emails from Hillary Clinton's time as U.S. Secretary of State are set to be released (Monday, February 29).

The Democratic presidential candidate has faced repeated criticism for using a private email server and not government email while she was the Secretary of State.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff has a preview:

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Russia accuses Turkey of shelling Syrian territory

Russia accused Turkey of shelling Syrian territory on Saturday night. The news come as fragile truce brokered by Russia and the US entered second day. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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Five rescue workers die in second blast at Russian coal mine

A second blast at a coal mine in Russia has killed five people trying to rescue survivors from an initial explosion. 

The death toll is now standing at 36 including 26 miners who were trapped after the first blast on Thursday.

Our Russia correspondent Jack Parrock reports. 

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Wall Street Investors Await New Jobs, Manufacturing, Auto Data

Investors on Wall Street will be braced for a slew of economic data this coming week which should give them more of an idea about whether the US economy is regaining momentum.

They'll also be hoping for clues as to whether the Federal Reserve will decide to put up interest rates at its monetary policy meeting in mid-March. 

Lorna Shaddick reports from New York. 

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Saturday, February 27, 2016

Thousands march in Moscow in memory of murdered Boris Nemtsov

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Thousands of people took part in a memorial march to commemorate a 1-year anniversary of the murder of well-known Russian opposition leader, Boris Nemtsov. Other prominent opposition figures were among those marking the anniversary.  Many people brought flowers and portraits of Nemtsov. Julia Lyubova reports from Moscow.

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Report Reveals California Methane Leak 'largest in US history'

A scientific analysis of a natural gas leak near Los Angeles reveals
it was the biggest in US history. Scientists say the blowout at Aliso
Canyon vented nearly 100,000 tons of methane into the atmosphere
before it was permanently plugged.

Patrice Howard reports from Los Angeles.

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Friday, February 26, 2016

NJ Gov. Chris Christie endorses Donald Trump

Donald Trump has won the endorsement of former rival, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie.

The endorsement comes just days before the Super Tuesday primaries, which could prove pivotal in the Republican nominiation process.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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Gianni Infantino elected as Fifa President

After a second round of voting, Gianni Infantino has been elected as Fifa's new president.


He replaces Sepp Blatter, who has held the job since 1998, but stepped down over allegations of corruption into the footballing body and criminal investigations at Fifa.


Ahead of the presidential polls, new reforms were voted in and Infantino, the Uefa general secretary will now be tasked with the job of implementing those reforms.


Our Correspondent Olly Barratt reports from Zurich 

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US Fourth Quarter GDP Growth Revised Higher

America's economic growth slowed down in the fourth quarter of 2015, but not as much as was initially thought, according to a new estimate from the US Commerce Department.

Its data shows that GDP increased by 1%, instead of the 0.7% pace previously reported.

Lorna Shaddick has more from New York.

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Gianni Infantino polls most votes in round 1 of Fifa elections


In a surprise outcome at the Fifa presidential election, Gianni Infantino polled the most votes in round one.


Without an outright majority however, the vote now goes into a second round,


AS our correspondent in Zurich Olly Barratt reports..


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Con artist, liar - accusations fly as US elections head into next round of votes

The Republican side of the presidential nominating race devolved into name-calling ahead of Super Tuesday.

At the same time, Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders are vying for a win in South Carolina.

Our Washington correspondent Priscilla Huff has an update on Election 2016 in the United States.

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British Tourists reportedly die in Vietnam Waterfalls


Vietnamese state media is reporting that three British tourists have died after climbing waterfalls near the Dalat Lam Dong province.


Their turgid is being questioned by police , on suspicion of taking the group on an unauthorised tour.


Our UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports


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Arab League meets Russian Foreign Minister to discuss Syria, regional security

A delegation of the League of Arab States held talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow. The two sides agreed on need to fight against terrorists in the region and re-ascertained the importance of Russia-US plan for cessation of hostilities in Syria.
Daria Bondarchuk reports from the Russian capital.

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FIFA introduces new reforms at the footballing body

207 FIFA delegates are meeting in Zurich today to elect a new leader.


It comes following months of scandal and criminal investigations at the world's footballing body.


Five candidates are standing to replace the now banned Sepp Blatter - with Giani Infantino the current Uefa General Secretary and Sheikh Salman the President of the Asian Football Confederation the two frontrunners. 


Before the election process began , a new set of reforms has been voted in at the footballing body.


Our Correspondent Olly Barratt reports from Zurich


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Mass Media Interest in FIFA Elections


207 FIFA delegates are electing a new leader to the footballing body today in Zurich.


The front runners for the job are Uefa General Secretary Giani Infantino and Sheikh Salman, President of the Asian Football Confederation.


But as our correspondent in Zurich Olly Barratt reports, the vote is receiving much attention due to the recent scandals at Fifa.



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Report: 130,000 refugees ‘disappeared’ in Germany

Over 130,000 refugees who applied for asylum last year in Germany are unaccounted for, according to a German media report. 

The country recently voted to tighten its asylum laws as it struggles to manage the follow of refugees.

Ira Spitzer reports from Berlin.

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Fifa presidency election day begins

FIFA delegates are meeting in Zurich today to elect a new leader - as the world football governing body continues to battle criminal investigations and scandals...

Five candidates are standing to replace the now banned Sepp Blatter - with Giani Infantino the current Uefa General Secretary and Sheikh Salman of Bahrain the President of the Asian Football Confederation the two frontrunners.

Before a new president is election however, a set of reforms must be voted through...

From Zurich, our correspondent Dan Whitehead reports...

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Russia and US push for Syrian factions to sign up to ceasefire deal

Russia and the United States are pushing for the opposition sides they support in the Syrian conflict to sign up to a ceasefire agreement.

Both the Syrian rebels and the government are expected to say whether they agree by 11GMT Friday with the cessation of hostilities deal set to come into force Saturday.

Jack Parrock reports from Moscow.

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Republican rivals attack Trump at debate

The final five Republican US Presidential candidates have sparred in
an aggressive and confrontational televised debate.

Donald Trump remains the front runner after winning three of the last
4 state elections.

US Correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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Four dead, dozen injured in Kansas shooting spree

Three people have been killed and more than a dozen others injured after a mass shooting at a Kansas factory.

The gunman was later shot and killed by officers at Excel Industries in Hesston.

The local sheriff said the shooting spree started in neighboring streets before the gunman entered the Excel factory.

Harvey County Sheriff T. Walton described the shootings but ruled out terrorism.

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Harvey County Sheriff T. Walton said the gunman was shot dead by officers.

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Harvey County Sheriff T. Walton said the shootings took place in several locations.

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Mass shooting reported at Kansas factory

Law enforcement officials have confirmed a mass shooting in the US
state of Kansas.


County sheriff for the town of Hesston say between four and seven
people have been killed and 20 injured.


US Correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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Thursday, February 25, 2016

UN considers new sanctions against North Korea

The United Nations is considering new sanctions against North Korea in
response to last month's nuclear test.

The draft resolution could be voted on as early as Friday.

Nick Harper reports from New York.

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Reforms, new leadership for FIFA debated in Zurich

Sheikh Salman of Bahrain and Gianna Infantino are the leading candiates to replace Sepp Blatter as the head of FIFA.

As representatives from the football (soccer) world debate who is their best candidate, others argue that the focus should be on reforms.

Our correspondent at the FIFA meetings in Zurich, Olly Barratt says, both men are considered to have almost too much experience with FIFA.

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From Zurich, our correspondent Olly Barratt reports that some FIFA members are worried about possible arrests.

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Our Correspondent Olly Barratt at the FIFA meetings in Zurich says one thing is certain, Sepp Blatter will not get the send-off of his dreams.

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Apple files motion denying FBI request

Apple has filed a motion to vacate in its on-going battle with the FBI
over access to a killer's iPhone. The tech giant rejected the
government's request to create new software to allow law enforcement
officials to break into the iPhone belonging to one of the assailants
in the San Bernardino massacre.

Patrice Howard reports from Los Angeles.

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UN confirms unsuccessful air drops of aid into Syrian besieged town

The United Nations has announced on Thursday that the first round of
air drops to Syria's besieged town of Deir al-Zour has failed.

The costly operation was the first attempt to air drop supplies into a
town besieged by the Islamic State.

Laura Cantekin reports from U-N headquarters in New York.

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GOP leadership warns about Donald Trump ahead of debate

Mitt Romney - who ran for the White House in 2012 - is warning that Donald Trump is hiding some bombshell in his federal tax returns.

It's one of the many questions Republican leadership are posing, as they worry about the man who appears to be on track to be the party nominee.

The five remaining candidates debate later (2100 Eastern / 0200 GMT).

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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Harvard to drop term “master” in titles

Harvard University has announced it's dropping the word "master" from
its academic titles following student protests.

Harvard doesn't accept the term has a link to racism but has accepted
the demands from campaigners to make the change.

William Denselow reports from New York.


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Apple face deadline over order to unlock terrorist's iPhone

 FBI Director James Comey has been  defending his agency's conflict with the technology firm  Apple over the agency's demand to unlock one of the San Bernardino attacker's phones.

Speaking on Capitol Hill  Comey said the developing code to access the iphone in question would not threaten wider security and privacy for Apple customers.

In Washington Kevin McAleese reports

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US and China Agree On Draft North Korea Sanctions Resolution

Diplomats at the United Nations say the US and China have agreed on a draft resolution that would expand Security Council sanctions against North Korea.

 The move comes after Pyongyang's latest nuclear test at the beginning of January.

 Lorna Shaddick reports from UN Headquarters in New York.

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