Wednesday, August 31, 2016

Trump: didn't discuss who would pay for border wall with Nieto

Republican presidential hopeful, Donald Trump, says he didn't discuss who would pay for a border wall in his meeting in Mexico City, with Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto.

He said he'd had a 'substantive, direct' discussion with the Mexican president, and stressed his respect for Mexican-Americans and the country itself.

Mr Trump has made the building of a wall along the US border with Mexico, a centerpiece of his presidential campaign.

Nina-Maria Potts reports:

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Donald Trump signaled he had not demanded that the Mexican government pay for the wall he wants to build to keep illegal immigrants from crossing the U.S.-Mexican border into the United States.

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Donald Trump insisted that Mexico and the US had a mutual interest in cracking down on illegal immigration, and drug crime, inisting he would work together with the Mexican president.

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Donald Trump insisted that he wanted to keep manufacturing jobs in the US, for the benefit of both Mexico and the US.

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Trump meets Mexican President, doesn't discuss payment for border wall

Donald Trump says he's held a "substantive and constructive" conversation with the President of Mexico during a hastily arranged visit to the Mexican capital.


But he says the two men did not discuss whether Mexico will pay for the construction of the wall that the Republican candidate is vowing  to build along the US border.


Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.


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US says impeachment of Brazilian president was legal

Countries around the world are reacting to the impeachment of Brazil's President, Dilma Rousseff.

Brazil's Senate has voted to remove Ms Rousseff, a former leftist guerrilla, on charges of manipulating the budget to hide the country's economic problems. 

Venezuela has recalled its ambassador and severed ties with Brazil, saying the removal of Ms Rousseff was illegal.

But in Washington, State department spokesman John Kirby told reporters that the Senate had acted within Brazil's constitution, and said the US would continue dealing with the country.

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Interim President Michel Temer will lead Brazil until elections in 2018. Brazil faces massive debts and a wave of corruption scandals including within Mr Temer's own Brazilian Democratic Movement Party.



Venezuela Prepares for Massive Opposition Rally


The Venezuelan Opposition has called for a mass demonstration in Caracas 
 on Thursday, to support the recall referendum to oust Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. 

At the same time, the President’s supporters have called for a march of their own.….

Our Latin American Correspondent Juan Carlos Rivas Lamas reports from Caracas. 
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US appeals court overturns judgement against Palestinians

A U.S. federal appeals court has overturned a judgement valued at more than $650 million levied against the Palestinian Liberation Organization.

Under the Anti-Terrorism Act, the PLO was sued over deaths from attacks conducted in 2002 and 2004 

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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COSBY STATUTE

American laws surrounding rape could change in the state of
California, to allow victims to seek justice long after the crime was
committed.

State lawmakers are pushing to end time limits for prosecuting child
abuse or rape cases in the wake of sexual assault accusations against
comedian Bill Cosby.

Frances Read reports from Los Angeles.


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Hillary Clinton Denounces Trump's Trip to Mexico

Democratic Nominee, Hillary Clinton denounced Donald Trump's hasty trip to Mexico on Wednesday.

She made a case for the "hard work" it takes to foster and build relationships as Commander in Chief, speaking to her experience that fits the presidential job description.

Clinton reaffirmed the importance of long-standing diplomatic relations - developed over her years as a senator and as Secretary of State, but was critical of Trump's unplanned visit to meet
with Mexico's president.

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She cautioned that disrupting progress made in Iran and in the Middle East could have devastating consequences.

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Speaking at the Veterans Affairs organization, the American Legion, she plans to reinvigorate mental health services and boost benefits.

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US promises to talk to Turkey about legitimate concerns

The U.S. wants Turkey to focus on fighting the Islamic State, but is promising to talk about legitimate concerns on the battlefield.

Turkey has been targeting Kurdish militias, which it considers terrorist groups, while the U.S. military has worked extensively with some peshmerga out of Kurdistan.

Pentagon spokesman Peter Cook promised continued cooperation with their stalwart ally.

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US confirms strike against al-Adnani

The U.S. military is confirming they conducted a precision airstrike against Abu Muhammad al-Adnani, who was thought to be one of the lead strategists for the Islamic State.

The Russians they were the ones responsible for his death after a  Su-34 bomber raid on the village of Umm Hawsh, while the Americans say he was in al-Bab to the east.

Pentagon spokesman Peter Cook says there's no evidence to back up the Russian claims.

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Brazil: Dilma Rousseff impeached

Brazil's Senate has voted to impeach former president Dilma Rousseff, after allegations she manipulated the country's budget.

This vote puts an end to 13 years of governing by Brazil's leftist Workers' Party.

Andrea Arenas reports.

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Historic commercial US flight lands in Cuba

The first commercial air flight from the US to Cuba in more than a half-century has touched down on the island.

The US Transportation Secretary was among those onboard the JetBlue passenger plane from Fort Lauderdale, Florida to Santa Clara.

American Airlines is expected to begin offering its own regularly scheduled services to Cuba in a few days time.

Correspondent Steve Mort in Florida says it's a milestone in US-Cuba relations.

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TANZANIA 'DAY OF DEFIANCE' POSTPONED


Tanzania's opposition has postponed a day of mass protests it was planning for September 1st. 

But the party's campaign goes on against what it says is a government crackdown on civil liberties. 

Our correspondent Lucy Taylor reports from Dar es Salaam.

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Trump visits Mexico ahead of immigration speech

Donald Trump has said he will visit Mexico's President on Wednesday,
ahead of an important campaign speech on immigration.

The US Presidential candidate has consistently said he plans to build
a wall along the US border with Mexico to stop illegal immigrants
entering America.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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US to press to economic growth, limiting excess capacity at G20

The Obama administration wants to press for policies which will help boost the global economy at the upcoming G20 meetings in China.

But the U.S. also wants to address excess capacity - such as China's steel industry which creates far more steel than necessary.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Jack Lew previewed the American agenda for the upcoming meetings at the Brookings Institution.

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U.S. Treasury Secretary Jack Lew says Washington understands restructuring of China's steel industry will be difficult, but he also promised to press the issue.

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At the Brookings Institution, Treasury Secretary Jack Lew added that China needs to follow other countries' lead in restructuring and shuttering outdated steel plants would help China meet environmental priorities.

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US To Urge G20 Countries to Boost Economies

US President Barack Obama will urge G20 leaders to try and boost economic growth in their countries, and pay more attention to citizens who feel left behind.


That's according to the US Treasury Secretary, Jack Lew, speaking ahead of the summit in China on 4th and 5th of September,


Here's our US correspondent Lorna Shaddick.


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UK POLICE INVESTIGATE POSSIBLE HATE CRIME MURDER

Six teenagers have been arrested in the UK over the murder of a Polish man which police say may have ben a hate crime.

40 year-old Arkadiusz Jozwik was attacked in Harlow in eastern England in an unprovoked incident on Saturday.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt reports.

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Donald Trump prepares to visit Mexico amid Hillary Clinton poll woes

Donald Trump will meet the Mexican President later today before making a major speech about immigration.


Meanwhile, a new poll shows a record number of Americans dislike Hillary Clinton.


Our US Correspondent Simon Marks reports.


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MAY: BREXIT MEANS BREXIT

UK Prime Minister Theresa May has again ruled out holding a fresh referendum on Britain's membership of the European Union.

She's hosting a so-called Brexit Brainstorm to discuss options for the UK's exit from the EU after the country's referendum.

She's gathered her cabinet ministers at her country residence to try and encourage unity amid reports of division over the Brexit process.

Theresa May has said Article 50 - which starts a two year period of negotiations with the EU - will not be triggered this year.

And she insists her government will respect the will of the people.

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"Urgent action" needed to protect mothers in UK workplace

A group of MPs in the UK says "urgent action" is needed to give more protection to new and expectant mothers after what it describes as a "shocking" increase in discrimination...

The Women and Equalities Committee claims the number of new and expectant mothers forced to quit their jobs has almost doubled since 2005.

Our UK correspondent Dan Whitehead reports...

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POLL: CORBYN OPENS WIDE LEAD IN UK LABOUR RACE

Jeremy Corbyn looks set to win a landslide victory as he bids to be re-elected leader of Britain's opposition Labour Party.

This according to a new poll from YouGov which suggests the leftist candidate has a 24 point lead over his challenger Owen Smith.

The ballot closes on 21st September, with the leader revealed three days later.

A leadership challenge was launched with many Labour MPs concerned that Jeremy Corbyn renders the party unelectable on a nationwide basis.

Kate Green is Owen Smith's campaign manager - she says they're not giving up yet.

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RUSSIAN PARALYMPIANS MAY MISS 2018 WINTER GAMES

Moscow claims the International Paralympic Committee's ban for Rio Game also extends to the 2018 Winter Games in South Korea. The IPC denied the allegation saying ready to lift suspension on Russia's membership as soon as it fulfills its obligations. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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MAY HOSTS BREXIT BRAINSTORM

A so-called Brexit Brainstorm is being hosted by UK Prime Minister Theresa May, to discuss options for the UK's exit from the European Union.

She's gathered her cabinet ministers at her country residence to try and encourage unity amid reports of division over the Brexit process.

Each minister's been asked to report on how their government department would ideally see Brexit handled.

Theresa May has said Article 50 - which starts a two year period of negotiations with the EU - will not be triggered this year.

Political reporter Theo Usherwood says the meeting is a chance to regroup ahead of a new session of parliament.

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Merkel says Germany, EU Failed to Act Fast

German Chancellor Angela Merkel says EU leaders…including her…took too long to react to the refugee crisis.

She says Germany ignored the problem and ignored the need to find a solution with the EU community.

Our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek has more from Brussels.


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Police Arrest Singer Chris Brown

Police arrested singer Chris Brown early Tuesday on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon, after a women complained that he pointed a gun at her face. The arrest at Brown's Los Angeles home took place after a standoff with police that lasted for several hours.


Frances Read reports from Los Angeles.


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Tuesday, August 30, 2016

UN weighs sanctions as report blames Syria for chemical weapons use

Russia has questioned a new United Nations report showing the Syria government used chemical weapons on its own people.

The Security Council are deciding if sanctions should be imposed, after hearing the joint report put together by the UN and the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons.

The independent inquiry, which looked at nine incidents between 2014 and 2015, found the Syrian military used chlorine gas, while ISIS used sulfur mustard gas is separate attacks.

The head of the investigation Virginia Gamba said chemical weapons continued to be used, and used by more groups.

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The head of the investigation Virginia Gamba said the use of chemical weapons had to stop.

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The head of the investigation Virginia Gamba said those directly responsible must be found.

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US President Obama shortens prison time for 111 non-violent offenders

US President Barack Obama has shortened the prison time of 111
non-violent drug offenders.

The White House has now granted clemency to 674 people - the most in
the past 60 years of the US presidency.

US correspondent Laura Cantekin reports.

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ISIS spokesman killed in Syria

The so-called Islamic State has confirmed its spokesman has been
killed in Syria, the highest ranking member of the group to die so
far.

Mohammad al-Adnani had been on the US terrorism list since 2014.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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China charges American businesswoman with espionage

Chinese authorities have charged an American businesswoman with spying, in a move that has further raised tensions between Beijing and Washington. 

Sandy Phan-Gillis of Houston Texas, who was arrested for espionage in March last year, has been detained in China ever since, despite calls for her release.

Our U.S. Correspondent Liling Tan reports.

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California Lawmakers Pass Mandatory Prison Bill for Certain Sexual Assault Cases

Legislators in California have passed a bill that would ban probation under certain conditions for people convicted of sexual assault. 
The legislation was passed in response to the backlash over  a high-profile case at Stanford University earlier this year. 


Rachel Silverman reports from San Francisco. 


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American faces trial in Venezuela on espionage & weapons charges

Joshua Holt is scheduled to go to trial September 15 on espionage and weapons charges in Venezuela.

His family in Utah is concerned the Obama administration is moving too slowly and has enlisted Congresswoman Mia Love to pressure the White House to do more.

With tensions mounting ahead of a major planned protest march in Caracas, the government has been cracking down, deporting three journalists from Al-Jazeera.

U.S. State Department spokesman John Kirby says they are working on helping Joshua Holt.

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US confirms review of video of kidnapped Americans

The U.S. State Department is confirming it is reviewing the video which purports to show Canadian Joshua Boyle and American Caitlin Coleman, a couple who was kidnapped in 2012.

In the video, they beg the Afghan government to stop executing Taliban prisoners, warning they too might be killed.

U.S. State Department spokesman John Kirby says they are continuing to work on obtaining their release.

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FRANCE AND UK PLEDGE CO-OPERATION ON CALAIS

The UK and France say they will co-operate to improve the humanitaruan situation of migrants camped in Calais.

It follows a row over whether migrants who want to claim asylum in the UK should be able to do so from France.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt reports.

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US committed to TTIP talks

The Obama administration remains committed to the completion of the Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership talks, the trade deal aimed at making exports and imports between the U.S. and E.U. much easier.

Earlier, French President Francois Hollande said the deal will not be completed before President Obama leaves office, and there is an obvious imbalance, suggesting the U.S. refuses to compromise.

White House spokesman Josh Earnest said the trade talks are making progress.

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White House suggests EU tax bill for Apple is unfair

The White House is suggesting that the European Union's $14 billion tax bill for Apple is unfair.

Spokesman Josh Earnest would only comment on principles and not specific cases, but he did confirm top Apple officers have been in touch.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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White House spokesman Josh Earnest would only comment on principles and not specific cases, but he did confirm top Apple officers have been in touch.

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White House spokesman Josh Earnest suggested the way the European Union is approaching the possible tax bill for Apple is unfair.

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Trump's model agency 'violated immigration rules'

Republican nominee Donald Trump's model agency reportedly hired foreign models in violation of immigration rules, according to a reports.

Mother Jones reports that Trump Model Management hired staff using tourist visas that did not permit them to work here.

From Washington, Harry Horton reports.


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US military tries to hold coalition against ISIS together

The United States says it's confident the so-called Islamic State group can be defeated despite in-fighting within the coalition against the group.

Turkish forces which have gone into Syria to attack ISIS have also attacked Kurdish positions, even though the Kurds are part of the anti-ISIS coalition. Turkey regards some Kurdish groups as terrorists.

The Commander of US Central Command, General Jospeh Votel, told reporters at the Pentagon that Islamic State was on the defensive, but he acknowledged keeping the coalition united was a challenge.

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General Votel was upbeat about the chances of coalition forces defeating Islamic State in Mosul this year, and then in its capital Raqqa. He said the coalition was was in the heart of the caliphate, though he warned that Islamic State would not give up easily.

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UN: France's burkini ban a 'stupid reaction' to extremism

Burkini bans in some French towns are a "stupid reaction" to terrorist
attacks, a United Nations official said. Several beach resorts in
France have banned the full-body swimming suit worn by some Muslim
women — a move the UN is calling for an end to. Mimi Chiahemen reports
from the UN in New York.

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