Monday, August 7, 2017

Alibaba, Marriott announce partnership

China's largest e-commerce operator, Alibaba, has announced a partnership with Marriott.

The firms are banking on the rising wages of China's middle class leading to a growing pool of tourists; in a statement, they said that Chinese travelers will take some 700 million trips over the next five years.

US Correspondent Mary MacCarthy has more:

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Chicago Sues Trump Administration

The city of Chicago is suing the Trump administration over a clash related to undocumented immigrants.

Chicago is being punished financially for its status as a so-called 'sanctuary city'.

From Washington Daniel Ryntjes reports.

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UN chief urges calm in Venezuela

The United Nations Secretary-General has expressed concern about the latest situation in Venezuela, where a group of opposition soldiers have been arrested by the government.

Their attack on an army base follows the dismissal of the country's chief prosecutor.

Nick Harper reports from UN headquarters in New York.

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Calls for binding South China Sea agreement

The United States, Japan and Australia say a new code of conduct to
govern the South China Sea must be legally binding.

Tensions are still high in the region's disputed waters, that several
different countries lay claim to.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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US aircraft found after crash leaving 3 US marines missing

A U.S. aircraft that crashed, leaving three US marines presumed dead, has been located underwater off Australia's east coast. 

Twenty three people were rescued when the MV-22 Osprey ditiched into the water on Saturday, but three remain unaccounted for.

Our US correspondent Kate Fisher reports

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Pres. Trump denounces investigation again as expansion is confirmed

U.S. President Donald Trump is again denouncing the ever expanding investigation into Russian meddling in American politcs and ties to Trump insiders.

The U.S. Justice Department confirms that additionals crimes could be investigated as the special counsel's work expands.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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15 firefighters detained in Italy for starting fires

Fifteen volunteer firefighters have been arrested by Italian police on suspicion of intentionally starting fires to boost the number of call outs they were receiving.

The team were being paid 10 euro [12 dollars] per hour each during call outs.

Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports.
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North Korea vows to retaliate following fresh UN sanctions

North Korea has vowed to retaliate after the United Nations slapped
fresh sanctions on them over the weekend.

The KCNA news agency describe the UN measures as a violent violation
of sovereignty and foreign minister Ri Yong-ho says there will be
strong follow-up measures.

William Denselow reports from UN headquarters in New York.


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UK DISMISSES 40 BN EURO 'DIVORCE BILL' REPORTS

The UK government is rejecting reports it is prepared to pay around $47 billion (40 billion euros) to the EU as a so-called 'divorce bill'.

British media had been suggesting the UK was ready to make such an offer to further towards discussing a trade deal as it leaves the European Union.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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Rwanda's President Paul Kagame Faces Heavy Criticism

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After a landslide victory in Rwanda, re-elected President Paul Kagame is under criticism for the elections.

Kagame was declared winner with 99% of the vote but opposition says the polls were not free and fair.

Hillary Ayesiga reports



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Uganda Oil Pipeline

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Work on the construction of the 1 thousand 400-kilometer East African Crude oil pipeline is set to begin.

 

The leaders of Tanzania and Uganda launched the construction of the export pipeline that will pump Uganda's oil for international markets.

 

The ceremony took place in Tanzania's port city of Tanga.

 

Michael Baleke reports from Kampala.


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UK Data Protection Overhaul

The British Government is considering an overhaul of data protection laws, to allow its citizens to have more control over their data.


It could also see companies face harsh fines if they do not protect customer data to a high standard.


Our UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports


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Fear Grips Kenya Before Elections

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A day before Kenya's presidential election, there is fear for violence

Opinion polls show a narrow margin between the incumbent Uhuru Kenyatta and his main rival Raila Odinga.

Isabel Nakirya reports.

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Another asylum seeker death in Australia's Manus Island detention centre

The death of a refugee on Papua-New Guinea's Manus Island has sparked calls for Australian authorities to intervene after what advocates have described as a preventable tragedy.
The immigration department says it is aware of the man's death, which is being investigated by PNG authorities.
Arthur Stevens has more

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Fear Grips Kenya Before Elections

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A day before Kenya's presidential election, there is fear for violence

Opinion polls show a narrow margin between the incumbent Uhuru Kenyatta and his main rival Raila Odinga.

Isabel Nakirya reports.


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On Tuesday, Kenyans will vote for their next president

But in a country with a history of post election violence, there is growing anxiety

In Kenya's capital Nairobi, some people are doing last minute shopping

Some foreigners have been seen leaving the country

Incumbent President Uhuru Kenyatta is seeking for a second term and he has pledged to concede if fairly defeated

Main opposition leader Raila Odinga is standing for a third consecutive time

Odinga has previously contested election results

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German industrial output fell unexpectedly in June

German industrial production unexpectedly fell just over one percent for the month of June, although output was still up for the second quarter.

Europe's largest economy has so far avoided any major long-term damage from the diesel emissions scandal involving Germany's largest carmakers.

Ira Spitzer has more from Berlin.

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Recovery mission to find missing US marines off Queensland continues

Australian Defence Force and US authorities are continuing the grim search for three Marines presumed dead after an aircraft crashed off Australia's central Queensland coast.
Arthur Stevens reports

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LONDON COMMUTERS FACE CHAOS

Thousands of British commuters are facing weeks of severe disruption because of engineering work at the country's busiest train station.

Almost half the platforms at London Waterloo are closed until 28th August.

It's for work to increase capacity at the station.

Commuters are being advised to leave extra time for journeys if they can't take holiday or alternative routes.

London Mayor Sadiq Khan is warning it's imperative the engineering is concluded on time.

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Russia's FM says Moscow and Washington ready to continue dialogue despite tensions

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Moscow says it is ready to continue its dialogue with Washington on complex issues despite bilateral tensions. Russia's Foreign Minister met his US counterpart on the sidelines of an international event in Manila. The two diplomats discussed US sanctions and Russia's response to them. Julia Lyubova reports from Moscow.

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France Warns Threat High With Foreign Fighters Returning Home

The French government says it has tracked more than 270 jihadis who've returned home after fighting in Iraq and Syria. 

France's interior minister says that means the threat of more attacks is very high.

Our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek has more from Brussels. 

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