The White House has confirmed fresh tariffs will come into effect on
Saturday against China, Canada and Mexico.
That's despite concerns the move will push up prices for US consumers.
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt spoke about the decision to push
ahead with the import duties at Friday's press briefing.
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Friday, January 31, 2025
White House defends Trump response to midair collision
The White House says US President Donald Trump is "making air travel
safer" by reviewing hiring practices following Wednesday night's fatal
mid-air collision in Washington.
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the Trump administration review
will look at the past four years at the Federal Aviation
Administration.
It comes as the president faces accusations of racism for suggesting
diversity hirings contributed to Wednesday's crash between a passenger
jet and military helicopter.
Leavitt defended president Trump's comments.
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Leavitt said the president is working to make changes.
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safer" by reviewing hiring practices following Wednesday night's fatal
mid-air collision in Washington.
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the Trump administration review
will look at the past four years at the Federal Aviation
Administration.
It comes as the president faces accusations of racism for suggesting
diversity hirings contributed to Wednesday's crash between a passenger
jet and military helicopter.
Leavitt defended president Trump's comments.
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Leavitt said the president is working to make changes.
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US Appeals court overturns decades-old ban on handgun sales to teens
A federal appeals court in the US has overturned a decades-old ban on handgun sales to teenagers. The conservative leaning Fifth Circuit says the law violated the Second Amendment of the Constitution. Toni Waterman has more from Texas.
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At least 4 confirmed measles cases in Texas as vaccination rates drop
Health officials in Texas are on high alert after four cases of measles were confirmed in less than two weeks. This includes among school-aged children. The highly contagious disease can cause severe complications and even death. The uptick in cases comes amid a drop in vaccination rates in the state. Toni Waterman has more from Austin.
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POTOMAC RIVER SEARCH CONTINUES OUTSIDE WASHINGTON - TRUMP CONTINUES TO OFFER UNVERIFIED THEORIES FOR CRASH
Divers continue to scour the Potomac River near Washington, D.C., in an attempt to recover more bodies following the fatal air disaster that killed 67 people.
Meanwhile, President Trump continues to offer theories about what may have happened Wednesday night, following a controversial press conference on Thursday.
Mitch McCann reports:
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Antonio Guterres demands medical evacuations of 2500 children from Gaza
United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has demanded the
immediate evacuation of some two thousand five hundred children
needing medical care in Gaza.
Guterres this week met with four US doctors who'd volunteered in the
enclave during the war.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York...
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immediate evacuation of some two thousand five hundred children
needing medical care in Gaza.
Guterres this week met with four US doctors who'd volunteered in the
enclave during the war.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York...
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TRUMP PLANS TO ENFORCE TARIFFS ON CANADA AND MEXICO THIS WEEKEND
Exporters across Canada and Mexico are bracing for Donald Trump's trade tariffs, which are set to be implemented in the coming hours — potentially leading to significant economic consequences.
The President first proposed the idea of 25% tariffs in November and has vowed to implement them by February 1st.
Mitch McCann reports:
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The President first proposed the idea of 25% tariffs in November and has vowed to implement them by February 1st.
Mitch McCann reports:
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Extra Funding For UK Police Amid Budget Shortfalls And Staffing Cuts
An extra £100 million ($124 million) will be spent on neighbourhood policing in the UK to help target anti-social behaviour.
The funding is part of a wider plan to increase police numbers in England and Wales by 13,000 before the next election in 4 years time.
But it comes as some forces have already announced staff cuts because of budget shortfalls.
Policing minister Dame Diana Johnson acknowledges there are problems, but believes the extra funding will make a real difference.
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The EU representative criticizes Pakistani authorities for trying civilians in military courts
Intro:
Civilians accused of participating in the violent riots that followed the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in 2023 are currently being tried by the Pakistani military.
Hira Mustafa has more.
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Belgian airspace reopens after technical problem
The airspace over Belgium has reopened but disruptions are still being reported.
On Thursday afternoon a technical issue was reported with the air
traffic control system forcing all aircraft in the sky at that time to
be diverted.
William Denselow reports from Brussels.
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On Thursday afternoon a technical issue was reported with the air
traffic control system forcing all aircraft in the sky at that time to
be diverted.
William Denselow reports from Brussels.
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U.S Approves HIV Treatment Waiver for Nigeria, Other Developing Countries
The United States government has approved a waiver for treatment of HIV for Nigeria, among other developing countries.
Tesem Akende reports.
Take Radio
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EBOLA OUTBREAK IN UGANDA
Intro:
A male nurse in Uganda has died from Ebola, leading to the isolation of 45 individuals for observation.
The World Health Organization is working with national health authorities to quickly contain and ultimately eliminate the outbreak.
Michael Baleke Reports from Kampala.
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REPORTS: VAWG IN UK NOT IMPROVING AFTER GOVERNMENT EFFORTS
Violence against women and girls is becoming a "significant and growing problem" in the UK, according to a new report.
The National Audit Office found recent efforts by the government to address the issue aren't improving outcomes for victims.
Caroline Harper from the National Audit Office says there's urgent work to be done.
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The National Audit Office found recent efforts by the government to address the issue aren't improving outcomes for victims.
Caroline Harper from the National Audit Office says there's urgent work to be done.
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Indian government to present annual budget amid concerns about slowing growth
Intro:
The Indian government will present its annual spending plan to the parliament this week amid concerns about slowing growth and high inflation.
The finance minister will kick off the proceedings on Friday by unveiling the annual economic survey which highlights the state of the country's economy.
Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.
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The Indian government will present its annual spending plan to the parliament this week amid concerns about slowing growth and high inflation.
The finance minister will kick off the proceedings on Friday by unveiling the annual economic survey which highlights the state of the country's economy.
Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.
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Black boxes recovered from fatal Washington crash
US officials investigating the mid-air collision of a passenger plane
and military helicopter in Washington DC have recovered the plane's
two black boxes.
All 67 people onboard the two aircraft are presumed dead following
Wednesday's fatal crash.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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and military helicopter in Washington DC have recovered the plane's
two black boxes.
All 67 people onboard the two aircraft are presumed dead following
Wednesday's fatal crash.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Challenges persist as efforts continue to rescue man trapped in sinkhole near Tokyo
Hopes are fading of rescuing a truck driver who has been trapped in a sinkhole near Tokyo for days.
Worsening ground conditions have complicated rescue operations.
Rebecca Bundhun reports from Tokyo.
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Thursday, January 30, 2025
Trump links DEI policy to air crash that killed 67
INTRO:
US President Donald Trump has said that Democratic diversity rules could have been linked to the mid air collision that killed 67 people at Reagan National Washington Airport.
As yet the cause of the crash is unknown. The National Transport Safety Board is investigating.
Kate Fisher reports from washington
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Flights resume at Washington National Airport
INTRO:
Flights have resumed at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport after a mid air collision that killed 67 people.
A US army helicopter and an American Airlines passenger jet plunged into the Potomac River on Wednesday night - nobody is believed to have survived.
Recovery teams have pulled more than two dozen bodies from the icy water.
Caroline Malone reports from the river's edge outside the airport in Northern Virginia
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Meta settles lawsuit with Trump for $25 million
Meta has agreed to pay $25 million to settle a lawsuit with Doanld Trump. The President had accused the company of violating his civil rights when it suspended his Facebook and Instagram accounts after the January 6th attack on the US Capitol. Toni Waterman has more.
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Israel implements ban on UNRWA
The United Nations is continuing its call for Israel to rescind two
pieces of legislation that effectively bans the UN's aid agency, UNRWA
from operating in the Palestinian territories.
According to the world body, the new laws will have devastating
consequences on the people of Palestine, however Israel insists the
laws will go ahead.
Jody Jacobs reports...
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pieces of legislation that effectively bans the UN's aid agency, UNRWA
from operating in the Palestinian territories.
According to the world body, the new laws will have devastating
consequences on the people of Palestine, however Israel insists the
laws will go ahead.
Jody Jacobs reports...
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Bodies pulled from river after Washington mid-air collision, amid fears death toll will rise
At least 30 bodies are reported to have been pulled from the icy waters of Washington's Potomac [PRON: POH-TOE-MAC] River after a military helicopter and a passenger jet collided in mid-air on Wednesday night.
It is feared the death toll could rise above 60.
The investigation into the accident is already focusing on the possibility of an error by the military pilot in the helicopter who was on a training exercise.
From Washington, Simon Marks reports.
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ECOWAS confirms exit of Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso from the regional bloc
West African regional bloc, ECOWAS has confirmed the withdrawal of three of its members from the organization.
Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso announced plans to withdraw from ECOWAS last year after tense relations with the regional bloc.
They have formed the Alliance of Sahel States to champion economic development and also fight insecurity in their regions.
Nabil Ahmed Rufai reports from Accra.
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Hope fades for Washington plane crash survivors
At least nineteen bodies have reportedly been recovered from the
Potomac River in Washington DC after a plane carrying 60 passengers
collided with a military helicopter.
Divers have spent the night searching the freezing water looking for
survivors - so far without luck.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Potomac River in Washington DC after a plane carrying 60 passengers
collided with a military helicopter.
Divers have spent the night searching the freezing water looking for
survivors - so far without luck.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Senior EU official calls Denmark sovereignty “essential issue”
European Council President Antonio Costa says Denmark's sovereignty is
an essential issue.
This comes amid speculation over whether U.S. President Donald Trump
will follow through on his threats to take control of Greenland.
William Denselow reports from Brussels.
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an essential issue.
This comes amid speculation over whether U.S. President Donald Trump
will follow through on his threats to take control of Greenland.
William Denselow reports from Brussels.
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BODIES RECOVERED AFTER WASHINGTON PLANE CRASH
A number of bodies have been recovered after a jet carrying 60 passengers and four crew collided with a military helicopter over Washington DC.
The flight from Wichita was coming into land at Ronald Reagan National Airport, and crashed into the Potomac River after the collision.
President Donald Trump is being briefed, and says the disaster 'should have been prevented'.
Fire chief John Donnelly says rescuers have been battling through freezing conditions.
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The flight from Wichita was coming into land at Ronald Reagan National Airport, and crashed into the Potomac River after the collision.
President Donald Trump is being briefed, and says the disaster 'should have been prevented'.
Fire chief John Donnelly says rescuers have been battling through freezing conditions.
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French region of Brittany suffers worst flooding for 40 years
The French region of Brittany is suffering the worst flooding for 40 years.
Some villages are almost entirely cut off and more than a thousand people have been moved to safety.
Ross Cullen reports.
Pakistani father kills a daughter for posting videos on TikTok
Intro:
The shooting has drawn widespread criticism from international human rights organizations, who call it a brutal act of aggression against women.
Hira Mustafa has more.
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PASSENGER JET CRASHES IN WASHINGTON DC
A jet carrying 60 passengers and four crew has collided with a military helicopter over Washington DC.
The flight from Wichita was coming into land at Ronald Reagan National Airport at about.
A search and rescue operation has been going on in the Potomac River, into which the plane crashed after the collision.
Matthew Cappucci from the Washington Post has an apartment overlooking the airport - he says there's been a huge emergency response.
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Matthew Cappucci from the Washington Post has an apartment overlooking the airport - he says weather conditions were clear.
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The flight from Wichita was coming into land at Ronald Reagan National Airport at about.
A search and rescue operation has been going on in the Potomac River, into which the plane crashed after the collision.
Matthew Cappucci from the Washington Post has an apartment overlooking the airport - he says there's been a huge emergency response.
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OUT: ...river."
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Fatalities confirmed in Washington plane-helicopter crash
US authorities have confirmed there are fatalities after a commercial
plane and military helicopter crashed at Ronald Reagan airport just
out of Washington DC.
At this stage the number of deaths is not known.
A major search and rescue operation is underway, as teams search the
Potomac River next to the airport where both aircraft crashed.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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plane and military helicopter crashed at Ronald Reagan airport just
out of Washington DC.
At this stage the number of deaths is not known.
A major search and rescue operation is underway, as teams search the
Potomac River next to the airport where both aircraft crashed.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Taiwan set to hire 1000 Indian workers to plug labour shortage
Intro:
Taiwan is set to bring in one thousand Indian workers plus labour shortages in industries such as manufacturing, construction and agriculture.
The workers will be trained in India and sent to Taiwan under a mobility pact signed last year.
Ishan Garg tells us more.
IN: The recruitment
Taiwan is set to bring in one thousand Indian workers plus labour shortages in industries such as manufacturing, construction and agriculture.
The workers will be trained in India and sent to Taiwan under a mobility pact signed last year.
Ishan Garg tells us more.
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Indian officials confirm 30 deaths at Kumbh Mela
Intro:
Indian officials have confirmed that 30 people have died in a stampede at the Maha Kumbh festival.
Local media reports put the number of casualties at 40 - with critics accusing officials of suppressing the extent of the tragedy.
The Maha Kumbh Mela - being held in the north Indian city of Prayagraj - is observed once every 12 years and is expected to see 400 million people attend before festivities wrap up next month.
Neha Poonia has more.
Local media reports put the number of casualties at 40 - with critics accusing officials of suppressing the extent of the tragedy.
The Maha Kumbh Mela - being held in the north Indian city of Prayagraj - is observed once every 12 years and is expected to see 400 million people attend before festivities wrap up next month.
Neha Poonia has more.
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Military helicopter and regional jet collide in Washington, multiple fatalities feared
A major search and rescue operation is underway in Washington DC after a military helicopter collided in mid-air with a commercial jetliner that was making its final approach to Ronald Reagan National Airport in the center of the city.
A total of around 60 people are feared to have been on board the two aircraft.
From Washington, Simon Marks reports.
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Alibaba says its new AI model surpasses DeepSeek
Chinese tech giant Alibaba has released a new version of its Qwen 2.5 artificial intelligence model which its claims surpasses DeepSeek's technology.
The release of DeepSeek's AI assistant this month and its R1 model have prompted tech shares to plunge - and investors to question spending by top American AI firms.
Rebecca Bundhun reports.
IN: "The release of Alibaba's…"
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Wednesday, January 29, 2025
TRUMP SAYS HE PLANS TO SEND ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS TO GUANTANAMO BAY
Donald Trump is planning to send illegal immigrants to the infamous Guantanamo Bay detention center in Cuba.
The President made the announcement while speaking to reporters in Washington on Wednesday afternoon from the White House.
Mitch McCann reports:
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The President made the announcement while speaking to reporters in Washington on Wednesday afternoon from the White House.
Mitch McCann reports:
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85% of Greenlanders oppose joining United States - poll
A new poll conducted in Greenland has revealed a vast majority of its residents oppose joining the United States.
Trent Murray has the details.
IN: Only
Trent Murray has the details.
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UN warns of a health emergency in the DRC
United Nations humanitarian agencies are warning of a region-wide
health emergency following the outbreak of fighting in the city of
Goma in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.
While UN agencies report "relative calm" on Wednesday, they say rebel
M23 fighters are still in control of "a significant portion of the
city".
Jody Jacobs has an update from the United Nations in New York...
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health emergency following the outbreak of fighting in the city of
Goma in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.
While UN agencies report "relative calm" on Wednesday, they say rebel
M23 fighters are still in control of "a significant portion of the
city".
Jody Jacobs has an update from the United Nations in New York...
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RADIO "DRC BANS PROTESTS"
INTRO:
Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo have banned protests in the capital Kinshasa following violent demonstrations that broke out at several embassies on Tuesday.
The protesters vandalized and looted property at some foreign missions to express their discontent at the escalating conflict in the eastern city of Goma. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa....
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US to deport 3,690 Nigerians in Illegal Immigrants Crackdown
INTRO
Over 3,500 Nigerians are among illegal immigrants identified for deportation from the US.
This is part of a crackdown by the Trump administration on illegal immigrants which the US has blamed for driving up crime rates in the country.
Correspondent Ajeck Mangut reports.
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Polls show Greenlanders reject idea of joining USA
A new poll suggests that the majority of Greenland's population oppose
becoming a part of the United States.
President Donald Trump has previously said the U.S. needs the
autonomous Danish territory for national security reasons.
William Denselow reports from Brussels.
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becoming a part of the United States.
President Donald Trump has previously said the U.S. needs the
autonomous Danish territory for national security reasons.
William Denselow reports from Brussels.
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Trump envoy goes to Gaza, meets Netanyahu ahead of Israeli PM visit to White House
President Trump's Middle East envoy is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel on Wednesday.
Steven Witkoff has also made a rare visit by a US official to the Gaza Strip.
Kate Fisher reports from Washington
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U.S. envoy in Israel
A fragile ceasefire is holding between Israel and Hamas after 15
months of war, with the third hostage swap expected to happen on
Thursday.
It comes as hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians are making
the journey from the south of Gaza to the north of the strip, with a
major international effort underway to get vital aid into the enclave.
Sarah Coates has more from Tel Aviv.
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months of war, with the third hostage swap expected to happen on
Thursday.
It comes as hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians are making
the journey from the south of Gaza to the north of the strip, with a
major international effort underway to get vital aid into the enclave.
Sarah Coates has more from Tel Aviv.
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UN EVACUATES STAFF FROM VIOLENT GOMA
Intro:
The United Nations has evacuated part of its staff from Goma in the Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo following intense fighting there
The move is a safety measure following the increasing violence between Congolese forces and the M23 rebel group.
The ongoing fighting has triggered deadly riots and forced some businesses including Airlines to halt flights to the DRC.
Michael Baleke Reports from Kampala.
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Modi offers condolences to bereaved families of Kumbh stampede victims
Intro:
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has offered condolences to the bereaved families after a crowd rush reportedly killed several people at the Kumbh Mela.
The six week long Hindu religious festival is expected to be attended by 400 million people with its busiest day set to be Wednesday.
Ishan Garg tells us more.
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India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has offered condolences to the bereaved families after a crowd rush reportedly killed several people at the Kumbh Mela.
The six week long Hindu religious festival is expected to be attended by 400 million people with its busiest day set to be Wednesday.
Ishan Garg tells us more.
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BOOM PASSENGER FLIGHT BREAKS SOUND BARRIER
A test flight has broken the sound barrier, becoming the first passenger plane to do so since Concorde.
The Boom Supersonic jet reached speeds of 770 miles per hour.
Experts hope it could be used commercially within the next decade.
But Jock Lowe, the longest serving Concorde pilot, says there are a lot of hurdles.
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The Boom Supersonic jet reached speeds of 770 miles per hour.
Experts hope it could be used commercially within the next decade.
But Jock Lowe, the longest serving Concorde pilot, says there are a lot of hurdles.
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OUT: ...prohibitive.'
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Several feared dead and scores injured at Kumbh Mela in India
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Several people are feared dead and at least 30 injured after a crowd rush at the Kumbh Mela.
The Hindu gathering is touted to be the biggest in the world ever, with close to 100 million estimatedly attending the event this week.
The festival takes place at the confluence of the three holy rivers in Hinduism.
Ishan Garg has the latest from New Delhi.
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Taiwan may offer help for industry over Trump tariff threats
INTRO: Taiwan's premier says the government will soon look at whether it needs to help its domestic industry over threats by US President Donald Trump to put tariffs on semiconductors.
Trump said on Monday he plans to impose tariffs on imported chips, pharmaceuticals and steel to get the producers to make them in the United States. Laura Westbrook reports.
Trump said on Monday he plans to impose tariffs on imported chips, pharmaceuticals and steel to get the producers to make them in the United States. Laura Westbrook reports.
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North Korea's Kim wants to bolster nuclear programme, state media reports
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has said he wants to bolster Pyongyang's nuclear forces this year, state media reports.
This comes days after US President Donald Trump said he planned "to reach out" to Kim.
Rebecca Bundhun has more.
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Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Trump administration sued over funding freeze
A number of nonprofit organizations are suing the Trump administration
following a freeze on federal aid programs.
The government is stopping financial assistance to programs which
include school meals for low-income students and foreign USAID
assistance.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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following a freeze on federal aid programs.
The government is stopping financial assistance to programs which
include school meals for low-income students and foreign USAID
assistance.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Israel insists laws to prevent UNRWA from operating will go ahead
Israel's ambassador to the United Nations insists that laws to
prohibit UNRWA from operating in Israel will come into effect in 48
hours.
Danny Danon told a UN Security Council meeting on Friday that his
country's plans to go ahead with its decision despite opposition from
the world body and other member states.
The UN says these laws are a fragrant violation of international law
and should be rescinded.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York...
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prohibit UNRWA from operating in Israel will come into effect in 48
hours.
Danny Danon told a UN Security Council meeting on Friday that his
country's plans to go ahead with its decision despite opposition from
the world body and other member states.
The UN says these laws are a fragrant violation of international law
and should be rescinded.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York...
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Oklahoma to require proof of citizenship for students
Students in Oklahoma could soon be required to show proof of citizenship. The state's Board of Education on Tuesday approved a proposal that would require parents to show proper documentation when enrolling their children. A 1982 Supreme Court ruling reaffirmed the right for children in the US illegally to attend public schools. Toni Waterman has more.
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U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, joins immigration enforcement raids in New York
A day into her new role, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem has joined immigration officers on the frontlines in New York.
President Trump's mass-deportation operation is ramping up, with a steady increase in the number of removals each day.
Mitch McCann reports:
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President Trump's mass-deportation operation is ramping up, with a steady increase in the number of removals each day.
Mitch McCann reports:
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FOUR MORE SPECIES GAIN PROTECTION FROM UK IVORY ACT
The British government says more animal species will be protected from the ivory trade with an extension of the UK's "Ivory Act".
Previously it only banned the trade of elephant tusks. Now Narwhals, hippos, sperm whales, and orcas will also be protected.
Stuart Smith has more from London.
Previously it only banned the trade of elephant tusks. Now Narwhals, hippos, sperm whales, and orcas will also be protected.
Stuart Smith has more from London.
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UN concerned about US foreign aid freeze
United Nations chief, Antonio Guterres has expressed concern over
Donald Trump's freeze on US foreign aid.
Shortly after being sworn in, Trump ordered all federal government
agencies to enact a 90-day pause on all foreign assistance and a
review of existing programmes.
Guterres warns that this could cost the lives of many around the world.
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Donald Trump's freeze on US foreign aid.
Shortly after being sworn in, Trump ordered all federal government
agencies to enact a 90-day pause on all foreign assistance and a
review of existing programmes.
Guterres warns that this could cost the lives of many around the world.
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GERMANY'S SCHOLZ REBUFFS TRUMP'S GREENLAND CLAIMS DURING DANISH PM VISIT
President Trump's public calls for Greenland to become part of the United States continues to cause concern in Europe, especially Denmark, which claims Greenland as autonomous Danish territory.
Trent Murray has the latest.
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Trent Murray has the latest.
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New group of 49 migrants arrives at Italy's controversial facilities in Albania
A naval vessel carrying 49 migrants has arrived at Italy's controversial processing centres in Albania.
The facilities have been empty since November last year due to legal challenges, with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni pushing hard to revive her signature migration policy.
Giles Gibson reports from Rome.
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REPORT: Netanyahu set to meet Trump in Washington
Reports are circulating that Israel's Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, is set to travel to the United States next week to meet with US President Donald Trump.
According to Netanyahu's office, there's been no invitation extended yet, but if he does travel during this timeframe, it would make him the first foreign leader to meet Trump at the White House after his inauguration.
Sarah Coates has more from Tel Aviv.
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French president responds to 'dire' Louvre Museum's call for help
On Tuesday, French President Emmanuel Macron will visit the Louvre in Paris, after the museum's director called for government help to address a multitude of issues.
According to the authorities at the world's biggest museum, there are leaks, it's over-crowded, and its exhibition halls are ageing.
Ross Cullen reports.
Prostate Cancer Becomes Most Common In England
Prostate cancer has become the most common form of the disease in England, with a 25 percent increase in cases in the past 5 years.
It's thought the rise might be down to awareness campaigns and the publicity generated by Olympic cycling champion Sir Chris Hoy talking openly after he received a terminal diagnosis.
Amy Rylance is from the charity Prostate Cancer UK, and says more work is needed to educate people about the disease.
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US opens probe into sudden movement on United Airlines flight from Nigeria
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The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board says it is investigating an incident that occurred during a United Airlines flight from Lagos, Nigeria, to Washington D.C on Friday.
The NTSB said the incident on United Flight 613 happened as the Boeing 787 was flying in Ivory Coast airspace.
Correspondent Ajeck Mangut reports.
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