Tuesday, November 22, 2016

Philippines Says Has Agreed To Scale Back Military Exercises With US

A Philippine General has said that military officials from the US and the Philippines have agreed to scale back joint exercises and reduce US troop deployments.

But in a joint statement, the two countries also spoke of 'close co-operation'. It comes after President Rodrigo Duterte has spoken against American troops being stationed in the Philippines and threatened to scrap joint exercises. 

Here's our US correspondent Lorna Shaddick.

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Cyprus reunification talks end without agreement

Talks aimed at reunifying the island nation of Cyprus have reached an
impasse, according to the United Nations. This comes just two days
after the world body brought Greek Cypriot leader and his Turkish
Cypriot counterpart together for a second round of dialogue in
Switzerland.

Mimi Chiahemen reports from the UN headquarters in New York.

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UN: Half of world's population will have internet access by end of year

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The United Nations has said half of the world's people will have
access to the the internet by the end of 2016.

A UN agency estimates that 45 percent of the global population is
currently online through a rise in 3G and 4G networks.

But that figure still falls short of the UN's goals.

Our UN Correspondent Laura Cantekin reports from New York.

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China trade pact moves forward after US-TPP withdrawal plan

China is pushing ahead with its trade pact after US President-Elect
Donald Trump said he plans to withdraw America from the Trans-Pacific
Partnership.

Chinese officials signaled its 10-nation partnership could be ready soon.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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Trump Foundation admits to tax errors, says WashPo

The Washington Post is reporting that Donald Trump's charitable foundation has admitted to errors in its tax filings.

Alleged wrongdoings by the charity were a source of questions during the campaign, and continue to dog the president-elect.

US Correspondent Mary MacCarthy has more:

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US Forces Strike Bridge in Mosul

US forces have struck a bridge across the Tigris river in Mosul, the last major city occupied  by the Islamic State in Iraq. 

An estimated five thousand militant forces remain in the city, as US Correspondent Daniel Ryntjes reports.

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Prince Harry offered honeymoon destination during tour of Antigua

Britain's Prince Harry has been offered a honeymoon destination by the Prime Minister of Antigua during a tour of the the West Indies.   

It comes after the Prince  confirmed he is dating American actress Meghan Markle earlier this month.  From London, Catherine Drew reports. 


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Trump drops threat to launch criminal probe of Hillary Clinton

Donald Trump is abandoning plans to appoint a special prosecutor to investigate Hillary Clinton.


Despite claiming on the campaign trail that she should be "jailed" for alleged corruption, Mr. Trump's top advisers say he's decided to move on.


Our US Correspondent Simon Marks reports.


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Trump /New York Times meeting 'back-on' after latest twitter bust-up


The US President Elect will meet with the New York Times on Tuesday, according to a Trump spokesperson.

Mr Trump had early announced via twitter that the sit-down was cancelled, tweeting - quote - "the terms and conditions of the meeting were changed at the last minute. Not nice." 

Kevin McAleese has more from Washington

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AIG CONSIDERS MOVING EURO HQ FROM LONDON

Insurance giant AIG says it is considering moving its European headquarters away from London because of Brexit.

The firm's European chief Anthony Baldwin says the option is being looked at because of a lack of 'clarity' on where Brexit negotiations will lead.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt says AIG is not alone.

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TRUMP ATTACKS DOWNING ST OVER TRUMP RELATIONS

Brexit campaigner Nigel Farage says dislike of him is being put before the UK national interest when it comes to forging relations with Donald Trump.

The UK government has rejected a suggestion by the US President elect that the UKIP leader could be Britain's ambassador to America.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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UKIP under investigation for allegedly misspending EU funds

Britain's Electoral Commission has opened an investigation into the finances of the UK's Independent Party or UKIP which came to international prominence during the Brexit campaign for Britain to leave the European Union.   

 It comes after an investigation by the European Parliament suggested the party should repay around one hundred and eighty thousand US dollars which had been wrongly spent.  From London, Catherine Drew reports. 

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UK's NHS could require Photo ID for treatment

A new proposal by the UK's department of health's senior civil servant, could see NHS patients have to show their passports before receiving health care.


It comes amid growing concerns over health tourists, who are being treated at the expense of the British taxpayer.


Our UK correspondent Natalie Powell report….


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MEPs debate suspending talks on Turkey joining EU

The European Parliament is holding a debate on whether to suspend Turkey's bid to join the EU.
A number of MEPs say the crackdown on opposition in Turkey since the failed coup attempt on July 15th means the talks on membership are no longer credible.
Our Europe correspondent Elena Casas has more from Brussels.

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Downing St: "There is no vacancy" for British-US ambassador

The British government has dismissed a suggestion from US President-elect Donald Trump that the lead Brexit figure Nigel Farage could be the next British ambassador to the US...

In a tweet, Mr Trump said "many people" would like to see Mr Farage - who is the interm leader of the UK Independence Party - represent Great Britain in the US - adding "he would do a great job."

Our UK correspondent Dan Whitehead reports...

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Turkish government withdraws bill to overturn child sex convictions for men who marry their victims

The Turkish government has withdrawn a bill which could have overturned men's convictions for sexual assault against children if the perpetrators married their victims.

A public backlash against the bill has seen widespread protests across Turkey.

Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports.

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UK GOVT TO BOOST INTERNET INFRASTRUCTURE

The British government is to announce half a billion dollars in funding for internet infrastructure, as it attempts to boost the economy while moving forward with Brexit.

Chancellor Philip Hammond is expected to pledge the funding in his Autumn Statement on Wednesday - essentially a mini-budget.

Only 2% of the UK currently has a 'full fibre' internet connection - offering superfast speeds.

Danny Cox of stockbrokers Hargreaves Lansdown says it's a change in policy from the government.

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UK HIT BY FLOODS AFTER STORM ANGUS

Flooding is causing chaos in the UK after Storm Angus brought heavy wind and rain to parts of the country.

Roads have been closed, train services cancelled, people evacuated from their homes, and a ferry was stranded at sea off Pembrokeshire.

The south west of England, the north west, and south Wales have been worst hit.

Weather conditions aren't expected to improve until later in the week.

Greg Dewhurst is from the Met Office.

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Putin and Lukashenko to meet in Moscow

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Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold talks with his Belarusian counterpart Alexander Lukashenko in Moscow on Tuesday.  They are due to discuss key issues of bilateral relations, the promotion of Eurasion integration and other international issues. Julia Lyubova reports from Moscow.

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Rapper Kanye West Hospitalized in LA

Hip-hop mogul Kanye West was hospitalized in Los Angeles Monday, just
hours after abruptly canceling the US leg of his ongoing tour. The
singer is reportedly suffering from exhaustion, and went to the
hospital with police voluntarily.

Patrice Howard reports from Los Angeles

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