Wednesday, March 1, 2017

Barack and Michelle Obama agree book deal

Former US President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama have agreed to a book deal with publishers Penguin Random House.

The deal - believed to be worth over sixty million US dollars - is for two books written by Barack and Michelle Obama respectively.

Harry Horton reports from Washington.

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FTSE 100 shares hit record high

London's index of leading shares, the FTSE 100, has hit a record high.

It climbed over 7360 for the first time in Wednesday trading, spurred on by a fall in the British pound against the US dollar.

Eliza Powell reports.


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Iraqi troops cut off escape for Mosul militants

Iraqi soldiers say they have blocked off the last remaining escape
route out of western Mosul for Islamic State fighters.

The government, helped by US-coalition airstrikes, have already taken
the east of the city and started an assault on the west last month.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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U.S. wants U.N. body to end ‘obsession’ with Israel

A senior U.S. official has announced that the Trump administration
wants the United Nations Human Rights Council to end their "obsession
with Israel."

The U.S. is now reviewing its participation in the Council and wants
to see them reform their agenda.

William Denselow reports from U.N. headquarters in New York.

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US, South Korea launch joint military exercises

The U.S. and South Korea have launched large military exercises, this year called Foal Eagle.

The annual event usually angers North Korea, which considers them a hostile act.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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UN: Both Sides in Aleppo Committed War Crimes

UN investigators have said that both sides committed war crimes in the recent battle for the Syrian city of Aleppo.

In their latest report, they say Syrian government aircraft deliberately bombed an aid convoy, but also said opposition groups prevented civilians from fleeing by using them as human shields.

Here's our correspondent at UN Headquarters in New York, Lorna Shaddick.

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Pence Praises Trump’s Speech to Congress Amid Positive Reaction

US Vice President Mike Pence has been praising Donald Trump's first address to a joint session of Congress.

With appearances on several US TV networks, Mr. Pence says the generally positive reception for the speech shows the President's agenda is the right one.

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But the House Minority Leader, Democrat Nancy Pelosi, wasn't so impressed, saying Mr. Trump didn't give any concrete policy details:

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Former Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders said the address was most notable for what it left out:

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And there was a mixed reaction to the speech from these customers at a diner in New Jersey:

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Fillon Will Stay in French Presidential Race Despite Judicial Investigation

French Presidential Candidate Francois Fillon says he will not drop out of the race even though a judge has placed him under formal investigation.

Mr. Fillon says allegations he paid his wife public money for work she didn't do is part of a political assassination.

Our Europe correspondent Kevin Ozebek reports from Brussels. 

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House of Lords discuss UK's responsibility to Gibraltar during Brexit talks

The UK has a 'moral responsibility' to protect the interests of its territory Gibraltar as it leaves the European Union.


That's according to the House of Lords' EU committee.

Eliza Powell reports from London.


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UK super rich numbers to grow faster than Europe



The number of super rich living in the UK is expected to rise higher than anywhere else in Europe over the next 10 years.


That's according to a report by a property consultancy firm. Although the US and Asia will see the biggest increase in ultra-high-net-worth individuals.


As our Correspondent in London Natalie Powell reports.



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House of Lords could upset Brexit legislation

Britain's upper house in parliament looks set to give the government its first defeat for the Brexit bill, which paves the way for the UK's departure from the European Union. 

The House of Lords is expected to vote to amend the draft legislation Wednesday afternoon,  in a bid to protect the rights of EU citizens already living in the UK.   From London, Catherine Drew reports.

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Malta calls on EU countries to provide more funding for UN migration agency working in Libya

European Union countries should increase funding to help return migrants stranded in Libya to their home countries - according to Malta.

The mediterranean island is a frontline country in the EU's migration crisis.

Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports.

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Russia to step up meetings at Syrian peace talks

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The Russian delegation and the UN Special Envoy for Syria have stepped up mediation with the Syrian government and opposition in Geneva.  Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister has held meetings with the Syrian government and was due to hold talks with the opposition on Wednesday.  However, these talks are in doubt after Russia vetoed a UN resolution to impose sanctions on Syria over the alleged use of chemical weapons. Julia Lyubova reports from Moscow.

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Putin admits Russia’s anti-doping system has failed

Russian President Vladimir Putin admitted the country's anti-doping system has failed. He urged to adhere to recommendations of the World Anti-Doping Agency and continue fight against doping in Russian sports. Russia came under scrutiny following last year's independent investigation into Russia's doping system which led to Russia's Athletics Federation and Russia's Paralympic team suspension from International competitions. Our correspondent Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.


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EU Chief To Present Unity Plans in Post Brexit Era

European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker is preparing to present proposals on EU unity in a post Brexit era.

He'll lay out the proposals Wednesday afternoon in front of the European Parliament. 

Our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek has more from Brussels. 

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PRESIDENT TRUMP HERALDS 'NEW CHAPTER OF AMERICAN GREATNESS'

US President Donald Trump says he will usher in a 'new chapter of American greatness'.

He's delivered a speech to Congress in which he urged unity and spoke of a 'renewal of the American spirit'.

President Trump used the primetime address to condemn the vandalism of Jewish cemetaries, as well as a shooting in Kansas that killed an Indian man.

Washington correspondent Kate Fisher says President Trump's tone was measured.

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President Trump pledges to Congress he will fulfill campaign promises

American President Donald Trump has made his first address to the US Congress, pledging to fulfill often controversial campaign promises.

Mr Trump stressed his America-first campaign promise, and criticized opponents domestically and abroad.

But as our Washington correspondent John Clarke reports, he did seem to make the first attempts to  reach out to his critics inside and outside of Congress.

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Australia avoids recession - 26 years straight growth

Australia's economy has avoided a dreaded recession, rebounding sharply in the final three months of last year in an outcome Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull says highlights the resilience of Australia.
Arthur Stevens reports

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President Trump tells allies to pay their military obligations

American President Donald Trump says he's committed to international military agreements, but he's warned that allies must pay their way.

In his address to a joint session of Congress, Mr Trump praised the American military, and pledged to wipe out the so-called Islamic State group. 

Mr Trump had worried international allies by hinting the US might not defend countries that did not pay a fair share towards defence.  

In his speech he said while America needed to look after its own interests first, he remained committed to international security. He said pressure to make allies pay their fair share towards defence was paying off.

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President Trump reiterates America-first pledge in first address to Congress

American President Donald Trump has made his first address to the US Congress, pledging to fulfill his campaign promises, including those that have divided the nation.

While he got applause from Republicans, Democrats were largely silent. 

Mr Trump stressed his America-first pledge, blaming international trade deals for the loss of American jobs and industries.

He said it was unacceptable that American exporters were forced to pay high tariffs, while foreign companies ship products to America almost for free.

Mr Trump has been a controversial President in his first month in office, but he tried to use the trade issue and its effect on the US economy, to get support from both parties.

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American President Donald Trump has told the US Congress that he will make another attempt to limit migration, following his controversial Muslim travel ban that was struck down by the courts.

Mr Trump said the vast majority of terrorism incidents in America were done by people from outside the US, and it was reckless to let people in without proper vetting.

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New American President Donald Trump has told US lawmakers that a wall will be built on the Mexican border, despite domestic and international opposition to the plan.

He told a joint session of Congress that uncontrolled immigration had depressed wages, and allowed criminals and drugs to taint America.

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