Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Merkel and Cameron agree "progress" over UK's EU reforms

British Prime Minister David Cameron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel have agreed progress has been made over the UK's renegotiation of its EU membership...

The pair have spoken by phone - with a spokesperson for Mr Cameron saying the leaders agreed there was still work to do to find solutions.

Our UK correspondent Dan Whitehead reports...

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Cars set ablaze during Dresden protests

Ten cars were set on fire in the German city of Dresden on Monday during one of the city's weekly anti-foreigner marches. 

The battles between protesters from both sides has grown more violent in recent weeks.

Our correspondent Ira Spitzer reports from Berlin.

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Kremlin dismisses BBC's probe into Putin's wealth as "pure fiction"

Moscow denied accusations made by authors of BBC's investigation documentary about Russian President's wealth. Experts interviewed by BBC journalists, including one top US official, claim Vladimir Putin has been long hiding his real wealth acquired through corruption schemes. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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Danish parliament votes on bill to confiscate assets from asylum seekers

The Danish Parliament is voting on a new law that would allow authorities to seize valuables and cash from refugees and migrants to pay for their stay.
 
The bill has cross-party support in Denmark and is likely to be passed.

Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports. 

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STORM JONAS BRINGS HEAVY RAIN TO FLOOD-HIT UK

Britain's military is on duty again as yet another storm hits the UK, bringing heavy rain and flood warnings.

The remnants of Storm Jonas, which dumped snow on much of America's east coast, are beginning to batter Britain.

Many communities which were hit by severe flooding over the Christmas period have been warned to be as prepared as possible.

Anna Harding reports from Yorkshire, where any amount of rain can still cause problems after Christmas floods.

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Australia's PM says time not ripe for a republic

Australia's Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull says there are more urgent issues facing his nation than becoming a republic.
Mr Turnbull was speaking following the annual Australia day celebrations in Canberra, as Arthur Stevens reports

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Texas Grand Jury Clears Planned Parenthood and Indicts Its Accusers

A Texas grand jury has cleared Planned Parenthood of misconduct after the organization was accused of selling fetal body parts for profit. 
Instead, the panel indicted two anti anti-abortion activists who made videos behind the accusations. 
  
US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has more.
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Monday, January 25, 2016

UN to set up mission for Colombia and FARC as peace deal looms

The United Nations will create a mission to oversee the disarmament
between the Colombian government and the FARC rebels should the
parties sign a peace deal in the coming months.

The ceasefire would end a 50-year long conflict.

Laura Cantekin reports from New York

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World Health Organization Warns Zika Virus Will Spread Across the Americas

The World Health Organization is warning the Zika virus is likely to spread across nearly all of the Americas. 

The infection has been linked to thousands of babies being born with underdeveloped brains. 

US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has more. 


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McDonalds' quarterly earnings jump with improved global sales

The McDonalds turn around plan seems to be working.

The company's fourth quarter earnings were up 16%, with extra growth in Asia.

Nick Harper reports from New York.

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Chinese suspect in Los Angeles double murder wants to return to US

A Chinese national sought by the United States on suspicion of murdering two nephews in Los Angeles has told a Hong Kong court that he wants to surrender to U.S. authorities. Arash Ghadishah reports from Los Angeles.

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President Obama laments meanness of American politics

American President Barack Obama has been drawn into the bitter US Presidential race, describing the Republican Party as unrecognizable compared to the past.
Mr Obama says politics in America has become increasingly mean, but with the critical Iowa Caucus is just days away, both main parties face challenges by anti-establishment candidates.
Our North American correspondent John Clarke reports. 

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Postponed Syria peace talks will seek ceasefire

The United Nations Syria peace talks will focus on arriving at a
ceasefire among all parties, with the exception of Islamic State and
the al-Qeda affiliated al-Nusra Front .

That's according to the United Nations Special Envoy for Syria, who
announced that the talks will now begin on Friday.

Mimi Chiahemen has more the United Nations headquarters in New York.

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Putin says Russia will not interfere in Syrian politics

British explorer dies 30 miles from Antarctica finish line

A British explorer has died while attempting to cross Antarctica solo...

55-year-old Henry Wolsley was 30 miles short of his record-breaking goal when he died from exhaustion and dehydration.

Prince William and David Beckham are among those who have paid tribute - as our UK correspondent Dan Whitehead reports...

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Britain could be highly susceptible to epidemics

MPs in Britain are warning that the country is highly susceptible to epidemics such as Ebola because of a lack of capacity to produce vaccines.


The report produced by The Science and Technology Committee praises efforts volunteers have made to tackle the Ebola epidemic in West Africa, but said the Government's response to it was undermined by a systematic delay.


Our UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports


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US government closed following blizzard

The US government remains closed following the blizzard which dumped around two feet / 60 centimeters of snow on the American capital city

Local officials continue to urge people to stay home in part because they've got to figure out where to put the snow

Our U-S correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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Iranian president Hassan Rouhani visits Europe to rebuild trade ties

Iranian president, Hassan Rouhani is in Rome as he embarks on a his first visits to  Europe since the lifting of international sanctions against the country.
 
Iran's economy is set to start reopening in the wake of the agreement six months ago on curbing its nuclear enrichment programme.

Our Europe correspodent Jack Parrock reports. 

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German Finance Minister wants to strengthen Russia ties

Germany's finance minister said closer European ties to Russia could help stabilize the Middle East. 

Moscow has been a major supporter of the Syrian government in its long-running civil war.

Our correspondent Ira Spitzer reports from Berlin.

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European interior ministers discuss border security

Europe's home affairs ministers are holding their first meeting of the
year in Amsterdam on Monday - seeking a way to save the Schengen rules
on the free movement of people.
The 20 year old agreement has been undermined by several countries
introducing border checks in recent months.
Our Europe correspondent Elena Casas reports.

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