Russia's foreign minister Sergei Lavrov has accused the United States
and other NATO nations of sabotaging efforts to find a political
agreement with Ukraine.
The comments came in an interview with the Xinhua news agency.
William Denselow has more from the Latvian capital, Riga.
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
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Friday, April 29, 2022
Elon Musk sells $8.5B in Tesla shares since deal to buy Twitter
Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk has sold billions of dollars in stocks in his electric-vehicle making company, after agreeing to buy Twitter.
The billionaire has to trump up $21 billion in cash, to finance the deal.
U.S. Correspondent Caroline Malone reports.
IN: From Tuesday to Thursday
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Sudan Transition
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Senior delegations from France, Germany, Norway, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the European Union have concluded a joint visit to the Sudanese capital Khartoum to show support for restoring the democratic path following the country's recent coup.
Naba Mohiedeen reports from Khartoum;
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Hundreds Homeless in Uganda Due to Flooding
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In Uganda, the Red Cross says flash floods have left hundreds homeless following heavy rains.
Acres of farmland and homesteads have been destroyed sparking fears of a food shortage.
In Uganda, the Red Cross says flash floods have left hundreds homeless following heavy rains.
Acres of farmland and homesteads have been destroyed sparking fears of a food shortage.
Isabel Nakirya reports
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TENNIS STAR BORIS BECKER HANDED PRISON SENTENCE
Former Grand Slam tennis champion Boris Becker has been sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison. The sports star was convicted of four offences under the Insolvency Act after being found guilty of breaching the terms of a 2017 bankruptcy. Laura Makin-Isherwood reports.
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New York grand jury investigating Donald Trump set to expire
A grand jury investigating Donald Trump for alleged criminal conduct
will end its work on Friday.
It suggests it's unlikely a case will be brought against the former President.
Sarah Walton reports
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will end its work on Friday.
It suggests it's unlikely a case will be brought against the former President.
Sarah Walton reports
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MP ACCUSED OF WATCHING PORN NAMED
The identity of the Conservative MP accused of watching pornography in the UK's House of Commons has been revealed.
Neil Parish has referred himself to a parliamentary standards body for investigation.
Olly Barratt reports from London.
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Neil Parish has referred himself to a parliamentary standards body for investigation.
Olly Barratt reports from London.
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First known American civilian fighter killed in Ukraine
A 22-year-old former U.S. Marine has been killed while fighting alongside Ukrainian forces.
Willy Joseph Cancel is believed to be the first American citizen killed in combat with Russia.
Toni Waterman has more.
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Willy Joseph Cancel is believed to be the first American citizen killed in combat with Russia.
Toni Waterman has more.
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US markets preview: Investors brace for biggest rate hike since 2000
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Investors are bracing for the Federal Reserve to increase interest
rates by as much as 0.5% next week.
US markets have declined in recent weeks after the central bank
indicated it would take an even more aggressive approach to tackling
rising inflation.
Sarah Walton reports
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Investors are bracing for the Federal Reserve to increase interest
rates by as much as 0.5% next week.
US markets have declined in recent weeks after the central bank
indicated it would take an even more aggressive approach to tackling
rising inflation.
Sarah Walton reports
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Eurozone inflation reaches new record high
Inflation in the eurozone has reached a new record high, according to the European Union's statistics agency.
High energy prices and the war in Ukraine are weighing heavily on the bloc's hopes of economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.
Rosie Birchard reports from Brussels.
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OKTOBERFEST BACK ON AFTER 2 YEARS OF COVID CANCELLATIONS
The world's biggest beer festival has been given the greenlight to go ahead - after previously being cancelled because of Covid-19.
Organisers of Oktoberfest - which is one of Germany's biggest tourist drawcards, have been told by authorities they can officially start planning for the event later this year.
Trent Murray reports from Brussels.
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Trent Murray reports from Brussels.
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BRITISH VOLUNTEERS REPORTED CAPTURED IN UKRAINE
Two British volunteers have been captured by the Russian military in Ukraine according to an aid agency. The non-profit organisation 'Presidium Network' said the two men were detained on Monday and have called for assistance from the UK government. Laura Makin-Isherwood reports.
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Around 8,000 British Army troops to be deployed across Europe
Around 8k British Army personnel are being deployed across Europe this Summer for a series of training exercises.
The deployment is being called the largest since the Cold War.
Chris Jones has more from London
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Leader of British Virgin Islands arrested for alleged drug smuggling and money laundering
The leader of a British overseas territory has been arrested for alleged drug smuggling and money laundering.
The premier of the British Virgin Islands was caught in a sting operation in the United States.
Sally Patterson has more.
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Russia hits Kiev with cruise missiles during UN Chief visit
Ukrainian officials have described a cruise missile attack on Kiev
that left at least 10 people injured as a heinous act.
The Russian strike came as United Nations Secretary-General Antonio
Guterres was in the Ukrainian capital.
William Denselow reports from Riga, Latvia.
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that left at least 10 people injured as a heinous act.
The Russian strike came as United Nations Secretary-General Antonio
Guterres was in the Ukrainian capital.
William Denselow reports from Riga, Latvia.
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UK GOVT UNDER PRESSURE OVER 'PORN MP'
The UK government's under pressure to suspend an MP who's accused of watching pornography in the House of Commons chamber.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson says an independent watchdog should first establish the facts, but opposition Labour says he needs to take action immediately.
It comes amid growing claims of sexism, misogyny, and misconduct in and around the UK's Parliament.
Cabinet minister Anne-Marie Trevelyan says she's experienced it on several occasions.
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Prime Minister Boris Johnson says an independent watchdog should first establish the facts, but opposition Labour says he needs to take action immediately.
It comes amid growing claims of sexism, misogyny, and misconduct in and around the UK's Parliament.
Cabinet minister Anne-Marie Trevelyan says she's experienced it on several occasions.
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Delhi's heatwave worsened by frequent power cuts
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India is unlikely to get any respite from the severe heatwave sweeping across the nation, say officials.
And frequent power cuts are making the situation unbearable for many.
Ishan Garg tells us what it's it like in the capital New Delhi.
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Duration: 39 seconds
Hong Kong's next leader unveils his policy manifesto
The man set to become Hong Kong’s next political leader says it’s time for the city to start “a new chapter”. Former Security Secretary John Lee has launched his policy manifesto, a week before he’s expected to be appointed as the new Chief Executive.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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Beijing Shuts Schools as Fears Grow Over Shanghai-Style Lockdown
Authorities in Beijing closed down schools in a sign that suggests tougher curbs could be on the cards as it tries to stamp out its latest COVID-19 outbreak.
The Chinese capital is desperate to avoid a Shanghai-style lockdown - in place now for about a month - and are scrambling to impose restrictions while case numbers remain low.
Patrick Fok reports from Beijing.
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Thursday, April 28, 2022
US markets
On Wall Street stocks surged back on Thursday following a strong earnings report from Facebook parent company, Meta Platforms.
It lifted technology and growth stocks and offset worries about the U.S. economy's contraction in the first quarter.
US correspondent Kate Fisher reports
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Ukrainians being turned back at US-Mexico border under new refugee policy
Ukrainians are being turned back at the US Mexico border, following the launch of a new US refugee sponsorship program.
Many are being sent to shelters in Mexico City while their asylum claims are processed.
Ira Spitzer has more from San Francisco.
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Biden asks Congress for $33B in new aid for Ukraine
U.S. President Joe Biden is asking Congress to approve more than $30 billion in new funding of security, economic and humanitarian assistance for Ukraine.
He said it's necessary to help its forces defeat Russian attacks over the coming months, and is in addition to the $13.6 billion already approved in March.
The White House has also proposed liquidating the assets of Russian oligarchs to donate to the proceeds for Ukraine.
Caroline Malone reports from Washington.
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Trevor Reed back on American soil after being freed from Russian prison
A former Marine from Texas is back on American soil after being held in Russia for nearly three years.
Trevor Reed was released from detention on Wednesday as part of a prisoner exchange.
Toni Waterman has more.
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Toni Waterman has more.
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U.S. economy slowed in the first quarter of 2022
The U.S. economy slowed in the first quarter of 2022, with new data showing Gross Domestic Product shrank 1.4 %, raising concerns of a recession.
Our US correspondent Nina-Maria Potts reports
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Ethiopia investigates killing of muslims
Intro
The Ethiopian government has called for calm as it investigates the killing of at least 20 Muslims in the country's Northern region .
They died after an explosive attack on a group of mourners.
Coletta Wanjohi reports from Ethiopia:
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Putin warns of lightening fast retaliation if threatened
Russia's President has warned there will be a lightning fast
retaliation if the country's security is threatened.
It comes as Ukrainian officials warn that Russian forces are planning
a large-scale offensive in the Donbas region.
William Denselow reports from the Latvian capital, Riga.
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retaliation if the country's security is threatened.
It comes as Ukrainian officials warn that Russian forces are planning
a large-scale offensive in the Donbas region.
William Denselow reports from the Latvian capital, Riga.
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Uganda relaxes PCR test requirement for travellers
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Travelers moving in and out of Uganda are no longer required to have a COVID-19 PCR test, as long as they are fully vaccinated. The requirement still stands for those who are not vaccinated. Leon Solomon reports
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UK car production down by almost a third
Car production in the UK continues to be stalled by global supply chain issues triggered during the Covid19 pandemic.
New figures show that manufacturing has dropped by almost a third compared to a year ago.
Sally Patterson has more.
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NATO chief says Finland & Sweden would be welcome to alliance "with open arms"
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg says Finland and Sweden will be welcomed with open arms if they decide to apply to join the alliance.
The two Nordic nations have been mulling membership applications to the defensive alliance ever since Russia invaded Ukraine.
Rosie Birchard reports from Brussels, where NATO is headquartered.
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Duration: 00:45
NIGERIA CRIMINALISES PAYMENT OF RANSOM FOR KIDNAP
INTRO
A legislation to prohibit the payment of ransom has passed third reading in Nigeria's senate.
Sponsors of the bill say it would discourage the rising spate of abductions witnessed across the country.
Ajeck Mangut reports from Nigeria's capital Abuja.
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60 TO 80 PERCENT OF EU POPULATION HAVE HAD COVID-19: EU OFFICIAL
The European Union has announced it will begin winding back several Covid-19 measures - including mass testing and case reporting.
It comes as the number of infections across the bloc continue to fall.
It comes as the number of infections across the bloc continue to fall.
From Brussels, Trent Murray reports
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Investigation being launched into claims British MP watched pornographic material in Parliament
An investigation is being launched into whether a British Member of Parliament did watch pornography whilst inside the House of Commons.
The claim was made at a meeting in which female MPs discussed acts of sexism within parliament.
Chris Jones has more from London.
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Uganda Considers Deploying Troops to Mozambique
Intro
The government of Uganda says it will consider deploying troops to help fight insurgents in the oil rich Mozambique province of Cabo Delgado.
This follows a meeting between Uganda's President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and President Filipe Nyusi of Mozambique.
The Mozambican leader has been rallying the region for support in countering an insurgency that has left a trail of destruction in the northern part of the country.
Isabel Nakirya reports from Kampala…
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WATCHDOG ASKED TO INVESTIGATE COMMONS PORN CLAIMS
An independent watchdog has been asked to investigate claims a Conservative MP watched pornography in the House of Commons.
The Government says "appropriate action" will be taken when any inquiry concludes.
It comes amid ongoing concerns about the work culture at the UK's Parliament.
PolitcsHome reporter Noa Hoffman says the watchdog's powers are limited.
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The Government says "appropriate action" will be taken when any inquiry concludes.
It comes amid ongoing concerns about the work culture at the UK's Parliament.
PolitcsHome reporter Noa Hoffman says the watchdog's powers are limited.
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Heat wave continues in India breaking 122 year record
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A severe heatwave is sweeping through India raising concerns among health experts.
The country witnessed its hottest March in 122 years – and with temperatures likely to cross the 46-degree Celsius (114 F) mark – this month could again be the hottest ever on record.
Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.
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Australia – Inflation peaks as rates hike looms
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison maintains Australia's economy is in a position of underlying strength, despite a rate hike appearing imminent.
The country's central bank is under pressure to increase interest rates, as inflation reaches its highest level in more than 20-years.
Shaun Bindley reports.
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Scholz Visit to Strengthen German-Japanese Alliance
Chancellor Olaf Scholz is visiting Japan for the first time as leader of Germany.
The diplomatic relationship between the two countries is growing in importance over their shared concerns about Russia and China.
Nora Weinek reports from Tokyo.
The diplomatic relationship between the two countries is growing in importance over their shared concerns about Russia and China.
Nora Weinek reports from Tokyo.
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Investigation underway into Hong Kong actor's death in COVID-19 quarantine
An investigation is underway in Hong Kong after one of the city’s best known actors died while undergoing compulsory COVID-19 quarantine at a hotel. 87 year old Kenneth Tsang was found dead after returning to Hong Kong from Singapore.
Richard Kimber reports.
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Wednesday, April 27, 2022
Meta reveals revenue miss amid volatile day of trading on Wall Street
There was a mixed close on Wall Street after a volatile day of trading.
Facebook parent company Meta announced the first ever fall in the
number of people using its sites each day.
Sarah Walton reports.
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Facebook parent company Meta announced the first ever fall in the
number of people using its sites each day.
Sarah Walton reports.
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Youngest Gitmo detainee cleared for release - report
The youngest detainee at Guantanamo Bay has been cleared for release - that's according to the New York Times.
Hassan bin Attash has been held at the detention center for two decades without ever being charged with a crime.
Toni Waterman has more.
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Hassan bin Attash has been held at the detention center for two decades without ever being charged with a crime.
Toni Waterman has more.
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EU says Moscow is blackmailing bloc by cutting gas supplies to members
The European Commission has described Russia's move to cut off gas supplies to EU members Poland and Bulgaria as blackmail.
Russia says the decision was taken because both countries refused to pay for gas in roubles, a demand widely viewed as a bid to mitigate the impact of sanctions imposed by Brussels over the war in Ukraine.
Rosie Birchard reports from the EU capital.
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Duration: 00:44
UK High Court rules government's decision to release covid-19 patients to care homes without testing was 'unlawful'
The UK's High Court has ruled that the government 'unlawfully' discharged covid-19 patients to care homes without testing.
Judges said that the government failed to take into account the risk to residents inside care homes from non-symptomatic transmissions.
Two women, both of who lost their fathers due to covid-19 in care homes, brought the case against the government.
They said the government failed to protect the elderly.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson commented on the ruling in the House of Commons after the ruling.
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UK retail sales slump as energy bills soar
Retail sales have slumped in the UK this month, according to new research, as people reign in their spending.
This comes as people face higher energy bills and tax rises, with inflation at a 30-year high.
Sally Patterson has more.
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Worldwide Wine Price Hike
The World's largest wine organisation is warning of a difficult year ahead … and the ripple effects are almost certain to hit consumers next time they buy a bottle.
Ryan Thomspon reports from Paris.
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More than half of Americans have been infected with Covid-19
Blood tests in the US suggested more than half of people in the United
States have now had Covid-19.
Meanwhile, one of the country's top health experts, Dr Anthony Fauci,
says the US is out of the pandemic phase of the virus.
Sarah Walton reports
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States have now had Covid-19.
Meanwhile, one of the country's top health experts, Dr Anthony Fauci,
says the US is out of the pandemic phase of the virus.
Sarah Walton reports
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Russia and US swap prisoners
Russia has released former US marine Trevor Reed in exchange for a
Russian prisoner held in the US.
President Biden said he was "delighted" at the news.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Russian prisoner held in the US.
President Biden said he was "delighted" at the news.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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UK Foreign Secretary calls on allies to unite against Russia
The UK Foreign Secretary is due to call for tougher sanctions to be imposed on Russia.
Liz Truss will use a speech in London to ask allies to increase defence spending and continue to support the people of Ukraine.
Sally Patterson has more.
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Russia cuts off gas to Poland and Bulgaria
Russia's state-run gas company has announced it's cutting off supplies
to Poland and Bulgaria.
Gazprom says it made the decision after those two European nations
refused to start making payments in roubles.
William Denselow reports from the Latvian capital, Riga.
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to Poland and Bulgaria.
Gazprom says it made the decision after those two European nations
refused to start making payments in roubles.
William Denselow reports from the Latvian capital, Riga.
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Vaccination Starts in DR Congo After Second Ebola Patient Dies
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A vaccination exercise is due to start in the city of Mbandaka, North West of the DR Congo, a day after a second person died of ebola.
The UN World Health Organization is flying some 1,300 doses of vaccines from Goma, in the East of the country to Mbandaka.
A vaccination exercise is due to start in the city of Mbandaka, North West of the DR Congo, a day after a second person died of ebola.
The UN World Health Organization is flying some 1,300 doses of vaccines from Goma, in the East of the country to Mbandaka.
Isabel Nakirya reports
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Russia cuts off gas supplies to Poland and Bulgaria
Russian energy giant Gazprom has cut off gas supplies to European Union members Poland and Bulgaria.
Moscow had previously demanded that EU countries pay their gas bills in rubles, seen as a bid to mitigate the impact of sanctions imposed by the West over the invasion of Ukraine.
Rosie Birchard reports from Brussels.
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UK TERRORIST PRISONERS TO BE ISOLATED
The most influential terrorist prisoners in the UK are going to moved out of prison and put into isolation
It's part of plans to stop them radicalising other inmates.
UK correspondent James Gooderson reports.
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It's part of plans to stop them radicalising other inmates.
UK correspondent James Gooderson reports.
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At least 11 die by electrocution in South India
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At least eleven people have died from electrocution and fifteen others were injured at a religious procession in South India.
The accident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday morning when devotees were going to a local temple.
Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.
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Chinese navy ship enters Japan waters
A Chinese navy vessel entered Japan's territorial waters - the first confirmed intrusion of its kind since last November.
Japan has lodged a protest with China through diplomatic channels in response.
Nora Weinek reports from Tokyo.
Japan has lodged a protest with China through diplomatic channels in response.
Nora Weinek reports from Tokyo.
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Japanese stocks fall on China lockdown fears
Japanese stocks fell sharply in morning trading Wednesday on concerns that Covid-19 lockdowns in China will hit global trade.
The situation is adding to a gloomy outlook for Japan's economy.
Phoebe Amoroso reports from Tokyo.
The situation is adding to a gloomy outlook for Japan's economy.
Phoebe Amoroso reports from Tokyo.
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Dow tumbles amid fears of economic slowdown
The Dow fell more than eight hundred points on Tuesday amid fears of
an economic slowdown in the US.
There were mixed fortunes for tech companies as a number of big firms
released first quarter earnings results.
Sarah Walton reports
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an economic slowdown in the US.
There were mixed fortunes for tech companies as a number of big firms
released first quarter earnings results.
Sarah Walton reports
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UN Secretary General meets President Putin in Moscow
The UN Secretary General has called for Moscow to work with Kiev and
the UN to establish humanitarian corridors in Ukraine.
Antonio Guterres met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Russia.
Sarah Walton reports
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the UN to establish humanitarian corridors in Ukraine.
Antonio Guterres met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Russia.
Sarah Walton reports
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Harvard creates $100m slavery reparations funds
Harvard University has created a $100 million dollar fund to
acknowledge its links to slavery.
The institution becomes the latest to pay reparations or set up funds
to try and atone for past injustices.
Nick Harper reports.
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acknowledge its links to slavery.
The institution becomes the latest to pay reparations or set up funds
to try and atone for past injustices.
Nick Harper reports.
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US Vice President Tests Positive for COVID-19
US Vice President Kamala Harris has tested positive for COVID-19.
The White House says she has NOT been in close contact with either President Biden or the First Lady.
Rachel Silverman has more.
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Austin: no time to waste in helping Ukraine; talk of nuclear war is reckless
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has said that the US and its allies must move "at the speed of war" in their efforts to help Ukraine defend itself against the Russian invasion.
Speaking at a meeting of military leaders from more that 40 NATO and non-NATO countries in Germany, he said Russian speculation on the use of nuclear weapons was reckless and unhelpful.
Kate Fisher reports from Washington
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Biden issues first pardons of his presidency for people with nonviolent drug crimes
The U.S. President Joe Biden is pardoning three people, and reducing the sentence of 75 others who were convicted of nonviolent drug crimes.
It's the first time he has issued pardons during his presidency, as part of action on crime and racial justice.
Caroline Malone reports from Washington.
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