Thursday, June 30, 2022
Inflation fears prompt US markets decline
inflation revealed prices are still rising.
The S&P is now predicted to have its worst first half of the year since 1970.
Sarah Walton reports
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Jackson makes history joining the U.S. Supreme Court
The first Black woman, and first person with experience as a public defender, has been sworn in as an associate justice on the highest U.S. court.
Ketanji Brown Jackson joins the Supreme Court, after a series of high profile controversial rulings by a conservative majority.
Caroline Malone reports from Washington.
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US Supreme Court allows Biden to end 'Remain in Mexico' policy
Trump era policy that meant asylum seekers had to remain in Mexico
while their claims were processed.
The White House had called the policy "inhumane" but had so far been
blocked by a federal judge from terminating the rule.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Former Trump White House Counsel Cipollone subpoenaed by Jan 6 House investigation
Former President Trump's White House Counsel, Pat Cipollone, has been issued with a subpoena to appear before the congressional committee investigating the January 6th insurrection at the US Capitol.
It comes after testimony from a former aide identified the lawyer as having first hand knowledge of potential criminal activity in the Trump White House.
Kate Fisher reports from Washington
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TotalEnergies offers discounts at highway petrol stations in France
The company has been under pressure from the government to help customers with the rising cost of living, with inflation in France running at a record 6.5 percent.
Giles Gibson has more.
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New York to tighten some gun rules after Supreme Court ruling
they have signs saying guns are welcome.
It comes after the US Supreme Court overturned the state's law
restricting access to handgun licenses.
Sarah Walton reports
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FLIGHTS CUT FROM HEATHROW AIRPORT'S MORNING SCHEDULE
Passengers reported 'chaos' at London's Heathrow Airport on Thursday after flights were cancelled at short notice. Bosses at the UK's busiest airport asked airlines to trim their morning schedules - after realising more travellers were expected to arrive than staffing levels could serve. Laura Makin-Isherwood reports.
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14 migrants including Nigerians die as boat catches fire in Senegal
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At least 14 migrants, including Nigerians have been reported dead following a fire incident that razed a boat in south Senegal.
Reports from the West African country also say 21 people have been injured as they embarked on a journey to Spanish Canary Islands before the boat caught fire.
Ajeck Mangut reports from Nigeria's capital Abuja.
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UK commits $1.2 billion to Ukraine defence
The British Prime Minister has pledged a further $1.2 billion of military support to Ukraine at the NATO summit in Madrid.
This comes after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged Nato leaders to do more to help his country's war effort.
Sally Patterson has more in London.
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India's COVID-19 cases see their biggest spike in nearly four month
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India's COVID-19 cases are spiking up once again as the country recorded its highest daily tally in 130 days on Thursday.
More than 18,000 new infections were recorded in the past 24 hours.
And the country's active caseload has crossed the 100,000 mark after nearly 4 months.
Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.
IN: A fresh surge...Hong Kong prepares for Xi Jinping anniversary visit
Hong Kong’s authorities are ramping up security in preparation for the arrival of China’s president Xi Jinping. He’s set to oversee celebrations to mark the 25th anniversary of the territory’s handover from Britain to China.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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R Kelly sentenced to 30 years in jail.
William Denselow reports from outside the federal courthouse in Brooklyn, New York.
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Wednesday, June 29, 2022
Death toll rises to 53 in migrant truck tragedy
The truck was abandoned down a remote road outside San Antonio, Texas on Monday in the sweltering heat.
Three men have been arrested in connection with the case.
Toni Waterman has more.
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US economy shrinks by 1.6% adding to fears of recession
The data is adding to fears the country is heading for a recession.
Sarah Walton reports.
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U.S. bolstering forces in Europe, amid threat from Russia
It comes as NATO members invite Finland and Sweden to apply for membership.
Caroline Malone reports from Washington.
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Mass deaths linked to chemical poisoning
Pathologists investigating the deaths of 21 South African teenagers say that chemical poisoning is to blame. The youths collapsed and died at a crowded tavern, in the early hours of Sunday morning. Mark Roughton has more.
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NATO Summit resumes in Madrid with a heavy focus on the groups defensive capabilities
The NATO summit in Madrid has now resumed and so far there has been a heavy focus on defensive capabilities across Europe.
NATO General Secretary Jens Stoltenberg hopes NATO's rapid reaction forces can increase from 40k to 300k to ward off any threat from Russia.
NATO's member expansion has also been on the agenda, both Finland and Sweden want to join the group but Turkey had been blocking the move.
FSN's Rosie Birchard gives us the latest from Madrid on what looks to be a turnaround from Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan.
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North Korea accuses U.S. and allies of forming an 'Asian NATO'
The statement was announced on Wednesday, the same day South Korea and Japan are attending NATO's annual summit as observers for the first time.
They are also meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden to discuss North Korea.
Nora Weinek reports from Tokyo.
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Nigeria's Zamfara state Ratifies Death Penalty for Criminal Gangs
Australia - Ride-share giant agrees to minimum wage deal
Uber drivers in Australia will be paid a minimum wage and have the right to appeal dismissals in a landmark agreement.
A landmark formal agreement signed between the company and the Transport Workers union will also retain flexibility for drivers and delivery riders.
Shaun Bindley reports from Brisbane.
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BJP-supporter's gruesome murder in India sparks protests
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The gruesome murder of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's supporter in India has sparked civil unrest in Rajasthan state.
The man was hacked to death in his shop by two Muslim assailants who claimed to be defending Islam in a video that surfaced on Tuesday.
Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.
IN: The tailor Kanhaiya Lal's...North Korea accuses U.S. and allies of forming an 'Asian NATO'
The statement was announced on Wednesday, the same day South Korea and Japan are attending NATO's annual summit as observers for the first time.
They are also meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden to discuss North Korea.
Nora Weinek reports from Tokyo.
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South Korea expects highest inflation since global financial crisis
That's according to June's Consumer Survey released by the Bank of Korea on Wednesday.
Dave Yin reports.
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Hong Kong mulls quarantine cut for new arrivals
Hong Kong could be set to cut hotel quarantine for arriving travelers to five days.
The city’s incoming health minister says that’s being discussed as the next step, following an easing of similar rules on the Chinese mainland.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Maxwell sentenced to 20 years in sex trafficking case
prison after being found guilty on sex trafficking charges.
Maxwell spoke during the proceedings and accused Jeffrey Epstein of
being cunning and controlling.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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US markets hit hard by data showing ebbing economic confidence
US stocks slid dramatically in Tuesday's trading, erasing early gains and reacting negatively to fresh data about economic confidence in America.
With a look at the day's activity, here's Simon Marks.
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UN Security Council condemns Russian airstrike in Kremenchuk, calls it 'blatant attack on civilian infrastructure'
The United Nations Security Council has condemned the attack on a shopping mall in the Ukrainian city of Kremenchuk.
Speaking before the meeting Albanian ambassador to the UN, Ferit Hoxha, condemned the incident that killed at least 20 people.
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Former White House aide claims furious Trump assaulted Secret Service agent on Jan 6th
A former top assistant to Donald Trump's White House Chief of Staff has claimed that the President attempted to assault a Secret Service officer who refused to drive him to Capitol Hill on the day of the deadly riots by his supporters last year.
Cassidy Hutchinson told the House of Representatives Select Committee investigating the January 6th uprising that President Trump was infuriated when his security team told him it was too dangerous for him to join armed demonstrators who were storming the Congressional compound.
She claimed that at one point, the President attempted to grab the steering wheel of "The Beast", the armoured limousine that was taking him back to the White House.
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Ms. Cassidy did NOT witness those events herself, but was relating what she had been told about them by a colleague.
She also claimed that President Trump later threw a plateful of food at the wall of the Oval Office leaving ketchup stains, but she did not witness that event herself either.
On the morning of the January 6th rally, she claimed President Trump knew members of the crowd were carrying weapons, but he wanted them admitted to the event and objected when the Secret Service attempted to refuse them entry.
Congresswoman Liz Cheney, the senior Republican on the Committee, asked Ms. Cassidy to clarify some testimony contained in an earlier, taped deposition.
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And Congresswoman Cheney claimed that President Trump was informed about the presence of weaponry among his supporters, and knew there was a significant risk of violence breaking out at the Capitol.
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Power cuts intensify due to industrial action
From Cape Town, Mark Roughton reports.
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G7 CONCLUDES
They've also promised billions in extra funding to try and combat global food insecurity.
Olly Barratt reports from Bavaria.
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Plans For Second Scottish Independence Referendum Announced
The First Minister of Scotland has announced plans to hold a second independence referendum.
Nicola Sturgeon wants the vote to take place on the 19th October 2023, but there are legal questions over whether another referendum can be held.
John Bevir (Beaver) reports.
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G7 leaders agree to try and cap the price of Russia's oil exports
U.S. President Biden is in Europe where he's met with other Group of 7 nation leaders for talks.
They wrapped up Tuesday's meetings with an agreement on a temporary cap of prices for Russian oil, and to spend billions of dollars on food security.
Caroline Malone reports from Washington.
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Scottish First Minister lays out plans for new independence referendum
Scottish First Minister, Nichola Sturgeon, has laid out plans for another independence referendum next year.
Scotland voted to remain part of the UK in 2014, but now with Brexit done, Ms Sturgeon believes becoming independent would be more beneficial to her country.
Speaking in Scottish Parliament she set out plans for a new democratic vote.
She claims that by electing a majority of Members of Scottish Parliament committed to independence last May, the Scottish Public's opinion on the matter is now clear.
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The Scottish First Minister said the referendum will be held on October 13, 2023.
She says this will be a chance for Scotland to unlock its potential and break free of the chains of Westminster.
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Maxwell faces sentencing in sex trafficking case
being found guilty on sex trafficking charges.
The associate of late financier Jeffrey Epstein could face decades behind bars.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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HEATHROW AIRPORT TOLD TO CUT PASSENGER CHARGES
The Civil Aviation Authority has directed London's Heathrow Airport to start reducing passenger charges for airlines. The fees are usually used to cover operating costs at terminals - including baggage systems and security. Heathrow Airport had wanted to raise the average cost per passenger to cover future investment, but the CAA has refused. Laura Makin-Isherwood has more.
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Nigerian Military Faults Zamfara Governor's Call For Residents to Bear Arms
Defence authorities in Nigeria have faulted the call by the governor of Zamfara state in the country's northwest region for citizens to own guns for self defence.
They say the country's armed forces and other security agencies are capable of securing lives and properties in the country.
Correspondent Tesem Akende reports.
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NICOLA STURGEON TO LAY OUT SCOTTISH INDEPENDENCE REFERENDUM PLANS
Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon is expected to set out plans for a second referendum on Scottish Independence. It's thought she could push for a vote to take place in October 2023.
Laura Makin-Isherwood reports.
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UK MPs vote in favour of changing Northern Ireland Protocol
British MPs have voted in favour of new legislation giving the government powers to change parts of the Northern Ireland Protocol.
This means the government is one step closer to overturning the post-Brexit trade agreement, though the bill will now undergo further scrutiny and votes before becoming law.
Sally Patterson has more in London.
G7 leaders condemn Ukrainian shopping mall attack as "war crime"
G7 leaders meeting in Germany have condemned Russia's attack on a Ukrainian shopping mall, calling it a "war crime".
The Ukraine conflict has dominated the 3-day meeting, which wraps up later Wednesday.
Ira Spitzer reports from the Bavarian Alps where the summit is taking place.
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Journalist arrested in Delhi; opposition parties claim attack on press freedom
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The Police in India have arrested a journalist, well-known for fact-checking the government's claims -- in what opposition parties are calling a blatant attack on press freedom.
Mohammad Zubair (Zoo-Bear) who co-founded the fact-checking website AltNews is being held for promoting communal discord.
Ishan Garg reports.
IN: The Police say...Dozens of migrants found dead in a truck outside San Antonio, Texas
Authorities believe the migrants crossed illegally from Mexico into the United States amid sweltering heat.
Toni Waterman has more.
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China's President expected to oversee Hong Kong handover anniversary
China’s President Xi Jinping is planning a two-day visit to Hong Kong to mark the 25th anniversary of the city’s return to Chinese rule, according to local media reports.
It would be the first time he has left mainland China since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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Japan continues energy crunch warning amid soaring temperatures
Temperatures are soaring across the country, after a record-breaking early end to the rainy season.
Phoebe Amoroso reports from Tokyo.
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Beijing Official Says Zero-Covid Policy May Last Five Years
It's caused anger and confusion among people in the Chinese capital online.
Patrick Fok reports.
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Monday, June 27, 2022
At least 3 dead in Missouri train crash
At least three people have died, with many more injured, in a train crash in the US state of Missouri according to local officials.
Rail operator Amtrak said the train was travelling from Los Angeles to Chicago when it collided with a dump truck at a public crossing near the city of Mendon.
US correspondent Kate Fisher reports
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