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Monday, February 29, 2016

Saudi Arabia accuses Russian, Syrian forces of ceasefire violation

As fragile ceasefire in Syria announced last Saturday continues to hold, Saudi Arabia accused Syrian government forces and their ally, Russia, of "ceasefire violations". The accusations come amid concerns Damascus and Moscow may not adhere to the truce conditions and use it as a pretext to continue its airstrikes on rebel-held territories. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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EU challenges Belgian passport controls

The European Commission is challenging Belgium's decision to temporarily impose passport checks on the border with France.

Introduced on Wednesday, the move is a direct response to French plans to bulldoze part of the refugee camp at Calais - Belgium fears camp residents will try to cross the border.

Elena Casas reports from Brussels.

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Swiss Reject Automatic Deportation Proposal

Swiss voters have knocked down a plan to deport foreigners charged with committing minor crimes.

The results come even with anti immigration sentiment rising in Switzerland.

Our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek has more from Brussels.

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"Spotlight" Wins Top Honors at Hollywood's Annual Academy Awards

Hollywood's biggest night came to a nail-biting finish Sunday, as
"Spotlight" a film about journalists investigating abuse in the
Catholic Church won best picture. Leonardo DiCaprio, a six-time
nominee favored to win for his lead in "The Revenant" was not
disappointed, nor was Brie Larson who took home a best actress trophy
for her performance in "Room."

Host Chris Rock addressed the lack of diversity in the films
nominated, but show went on in true Hollywood fashion.

Patrice Howard reports.

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Australian Cardinal Pell evasive during cross-examination - abuse support group

Pell evidence via Videolink - abuse survivors relieved

UN details Syrian ceasefire aid plan

Alicia Vikander and Mark Rylance win supporting Oscars

Alicia Vikander and Mark Rylance have won the Best Supporting Actress and Actor awards at the Oscars.

Newcomer Vikander won for her role in "The Danish Girl," beating stars Kate Winslet and Jennifer Jason Leigh.

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Mark Rylance was the surprise winner for his role in "Bridge of Spies".

He beat favourite Sylvester Stallone, who took home the award at the Golden Globes and Critics Choice awards, for his performance in "Creed".

Rylance thanked his director Steven Spielberg.

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Rylance was thrilled to be chosen from a competitive crowd.

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Host Chris Rock Tackles Race at Oscar Awards

The 88th Academy Awards ceremony is underway. "The Revenant" leads
with twelve nominations, "Mad Max: Fury Road" is close behind with ten
nods, and "The Martian" takes third place with seven nominations.

Comedian Chris Rock is hosting this year and wasted no time addressing
the diversity issue at the Oscars, sharing a slightly humorous speech
about the issue of discrimination in Hollywood.

Rock says the Oscars were always racist, but were too busy to protest.
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Sunday, February 28, 2016

Parliamentary questions over Brexit campaiging

Britain's top civil servant is to be questioned by lawmakers in
parliament this week over guidance he issued that government ministers
set to campaign for the UK to leave the European Union should not have
access to certain papers.

Referendum-related material is to be withheld from ministers who are
arguing against official government policy of remaining in the block,
ahead of the public vote in June.

From London Catherine Drew reports.

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Hollywood prepares for Oscars

Hollywood is preparing for the biggest awards show in its calendar - the Oscars.

Leonardo DiCaprio is widely tipped to win best actor for his role in 'The Revenant', which is expected to scoop the coveted Best Picture category.

Film Critic James Berardinelli [[ ber-AR-duh-nelly ]] says this year one film really stands out.

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[ALT] Film Critic James Berardinelli [[ ber-AR-duh-nelly ]] says Tom Hardy did well in 'The Revenant', but faces stiff competition to win Best Supporting Actor.

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Final set of Clinton emails set to be released

Russia accuses Turkey of shelling Syrian territory

Russia accused Turkey of shelling Syrian territory on Saturday night. The news come as fragile truce brokered by Russia and the US entered second day. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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Five rescue workers die in second blast at Russian coal mine

A second blast at a coal mine in Russia has killed five people trying to rescue survivors from an initial explosion.

The death toll is now standing at 36 including 26 miners who were trapped after the first blast on Thursday.

Our Russia correspondent Jack Parrock reports.

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Wall Street Investors Await New Jobs, Manufacturing, Auto Data

Investors on Wall Street will be braced for a slew of economic data this coming week which should give them more of an idea about whether the US economy is regaining momentum.

They'll also be hoping for clues as to whether the Federal Reserve will decide to put up interest rates at its monetary policy meeting in mid-March.

Lorna Shaddick reports from New York.

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Saturday, February 27, 2016

Thousands march in Moscow in memory of murdered Boris Nemtsov

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Thousands of people took part in a memorial march to commemorate a 1-year anniversary of the murder of well-known Russian opposition leader, Boris Nemtsov. Other prominent opposition figures were among those marking the anniversary. Many people brought flowers and portraits of Nemtsov. Julia Lyubova reports from Moscow.

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Report Reveals California Methane Leak 'largest in US history'

Friday, February 26, 2016

NJ Gov. Chris Christie endorses Donald Trump

Donald Trump has won the endorsement of former rival, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie.

The endorsement comes just days before the Super Tuesday primaries, which could prove pivotal in the Republican nominiation process.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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Gianni Infantino elected as Fifa President

After a second round of voting, Gianni Infantino has been elected as Fifa's new president.

He replaces Sepp Blatter, who has held the job since 1998, but stepped down over allegations of corruption into the footballing body and criminal investigations at Fifa.

Ahead of the presidential polls, new reforms were voted in and Infantino, the Uefa general secretary will now be tasked with the job of implementing those reforms.

Our Correspondent Olly Barratt reports from Zurich

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US Fourth Quarter GDP Growth Revised Higher