Tuesday, March 28, 2017

Scotland votes for independence referendum

The Scottish parliament has defied the British government by voting in favor of holding a second independence referendum. 

 The vote comes just hours before British Prime Theresa May is due to trigger the start of the UK's official exit from the European Union.     From London,  Catherine Drew reports. 


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New exchange rate for Venezuela

Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro has announced the launch of a new exchange rate mechanism.

The new mechanism will go into effect next week, and is the latest bid to alleviate the country's economic crisis.

President Maduro has accused the Organization of American States and neighbors of waging an economic war.

Juan Carlos Lamas reports from Caracas: 

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White House blocked Justice Dept. testimony on Russia - Washington Post

The Trump administration told Sally Yates, the former Acting U.S. Attorney General, her testimony concerning Russia was covered under presidential communications priviledge, and therefore, the Washington Post reports, she could not testify to the House Intelligence Committee.

The White House has responded on social media that the story is false and irresponsible and currently, hearings have been cancelled.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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May: UK facing "significant moment in history"

British Prime Minister Theresa May says the UK is facing one of the most significant moments in recent history, as she prepares to trigger Article 50 Wednesday, which will officially start the process of leaving the European Union. 

Speaking at a Qatari investment forum in Birmingham, the British leader said she wanted to create what she called a deep and special partnership with the 27 country bloc after Brexit. 

Some MPs who wanted to remain part of the EU have warned Mrs May she has set ambitious goals and would be judged against them. 

However the British leader said the country would pursue it's global ambitions after Brexit. 


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Democrats criticise Trump border wall funding request

Democrats say they'll try and block and request from the Trump administration to fund a border wall with Mexico.

US media reports that The White House this week formally requested one billion dollars for 48 miles of new wall construction.

But Senate Minority leader Chuck Schumer says a new border wall would hurt the US economy.


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Republicans renew vow to repeal, replace health care law

Speaker of the House Paul Ryan is vowing that the Republican party will come together to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act (ObamaCare).

The legislation to do that was withdrawn last week, dealing President Trump's agenda a major defeat, when a key group of Republicans refused to vote for the bill.

Now, Speaker Ryan says, Republicans in the House of Representatives are going to try to figure out a way forward.

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UN urges civilian protection in Mosul

The United Nations human rights chief has asked Iraq and the US-led
coalition attacking Mosul to ensure civilians are not caught up in the
fighting.

It follows evidence the Islamic State have killed several hundred
people in the last month.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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Amazon moves into Middle East with Souq.com acquisition

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US General: No Changes in Airstrike Targeting AFter Upsurge in Civilians Casualties

A US General says the military is not considering changing procedures for conducting air strikes in Syria and Iraq.

It follows reports of a major increase in civilian casualties in two cities occupied by the Islamic State group.

From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports...

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US boosts military support for Saudi-led coalition in Yemen

The United States is considering significantly increasing its military support for Sunni Arab states fighting al-Qaeda in Yemen.

The Trump administration also plans to resume the sale of precision-guided weapons to Saudi Arabia - reversing a decision taken in the final months of Barack Obama's administration.

Harry Horton reports from Washington.

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American Airlines buys stake in Chinese airline

American Airlines is to buy a stake in China's biggest passenger air carrier, China Southern. 

In the strategic partnership, the US airline will buy 200 million dollars worth of shares in the Chinese firm and the two will "seek to increase cooperation".

Our US correspondent Kate Fisher reports

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Calls increase for House Intel chief to step aside

An increasing number of lawmakers are calling on Representative Devin Nunes to step aside as the chair of the House Intelligence Committee.

His objectivity is being questioned as the investigation into Russian meddling in American politics continues.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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China complains to France over shooting of Chinese man in Paris sparking protests

At least 30 people, mostly Chinese nationals, have been detained in Paris following protests at the shooting death of a Chinese man in the city on Sunday. 

Police say he was shot when he attacked an officer with scissors during a domestic dispute however China has formally complained about the police action. 
  
Our Europe correspondent jack Parrock has more. 

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Trump To Undo Obama Climate Change Regulations

US President Donald Trump is signing an executive order that abandons a range of climate change regulations put in place under his predecessor Barack Obama.

Mr. Trump says the move will boost domestic energy production- but environmental groups have already said they'll challenge it in court.

Here's our US correspondent Lorna Shaddick.

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AFRICAN STUDENTS ATTACKED IN INDIA

African students in Noida, a satellite city of New Delhi, have been advised to stay at home following violent riots in the area.

A rampage was triggered and African students were attacked after an Indian teenager died of a suspected drug overdose.

Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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ECJ Upholds EU Sanctions Against Russian Companies

The European Court of Justice is upholding EU sanctions against Russian companies in response to the Ukraine conflict.

With this ruling, the ECJ has established its jurisdiction to rule on matters of EU foreign policy- which is a matter fiercely contested by Brussels and national EU governments. 

Our Europe correspondent Katie Parkins reports. 

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Spanish court starts first criminal investigation into Syrian government officials

A Spanish court has ordered the first criminal investigation into the actions of Syrian government officials during the country's civil war.
The case has been brought by a Spanish woman, born in Syria, who says her brother was tortured and executed by Syrian security forces in 2013. 
Our Europe correspondent Elena Casas reports. 

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Russia, Iran hold talks on military, energy cooperation

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani is set to meet Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Moscow to to discuss energy, military cooperatoin. Iran's interest in advanced Russian weaponry has raised concerns across Middle East over Teheran's increasing influence in the region. Our correspondent Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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EU worried migrants will 'shop around' for best financial deal under voluntary returns scheme

The European Union is raising concerns that voluntary returns schemes for migrants could be exploited because different countries offer different amounts of money.

There are fears that some migrants will move between countries to ensure they get the most money out of the system before returning to their home country.

Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports. 

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Scots return to independence referendum vote

The Scottish parliament will resume a debate today on whether to call for a second independence referendum, after the debate last week was cut short by the terror attacks in Westminster. 

Scotland's First Minister and leader of the Scottish National Party Nicola Sturgeon is expected to win enough backing for the measure which will put her on the road to a  constitutional clash with Prime Minister Theresa May.   


From London, Catherine Drew reports. 


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