Monday, October 9, 2017

REBELS KILL 10 IN DR CONGO

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Several people are reported dead after Ugandan Islamist rebels attacked a town in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

DR Congo authorities say rebels believed to be from the Allied Democratic Forces killed 10 people on the outskirts of Beni a province near the border with Uganda.

Our Corespondent Michael Baleke reports from Kampala.

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Rebel Wilson record payout appeal lodged by publishers

Australian Magazine publisher Bauer Media will appeal a record $AU4.5 million defamation payout to Hollywood star Rebel Wilson, arguing it has broad implications for the Australian industry.
Arthur Stevens reports

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Turkey and US suspend visa services to one another

Turkey and the United States have suspended most visa services to each other after an employee at the American consulate in Istanbul was arrested.

Turkish authorities held the man over alleged links to the cleric the Turkish government believes orchestrated last summer's failed coup attempt. 

Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports.

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Fifth Round of Brexit Talks Begin

The fifth round of Brexit talks are starting in Brussels—and it's the last leg of negotiations before a crucial EU summit later this month.

And for the UK to get it's wish of starting trade talks soon—the EU is still saying a miracle will be needed.

Our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek has more from Brussels.

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MAY: UK WILL 'PROVE DOOMSAYERS WRONG' OVER BREXIT

Britain will 'prove the doomsayers wrong' as it leaves the European Union, according to UK Prime Minister Theresa May.

She's giving a speech to MPs later in which she'll urge a Brexit deal between Britain and the EU while admitting the process is not proving easy.

It comes amid continuing speculation over her leadership of the Conservative Party.

As Ashleigh Carroll reports from London.

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In a bid to curb pollution, no sale of firecrackers in Delhi this Diwali

India's top court has banned the sale of firecrackers in New Delhi until after the Hindu festival of Diwali is over.

Every year, millions of Indians light candles and burn firecrackers to mark Diwali. Last year, the day after Diwali, the pollution levels in Delhi sparked so sharply that schools and offices had to be shut and state of emergency declared.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.

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Republican Senator says US President is "inciting World War III" in explosive interview


A Republican Senator has issued a searing attack on US President Donald Trump...saying he risks "inciting World War Three."

Senator Bob Corker had already sparred with the US President on Twitter over his decision not to seek re-election to Congress.

Our Washington correspondent Giles Gibson has more:

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Sunday, October 8, 2017

VP Pence walks out of football game

The early departure of U.S. Vice President Mike Pence from a professional American football game is being seen by many as a stunt.

U.S. President Donald Trump has decided to champion the idea that it is unpatriotic to kneel during the national anthem, when the athletes say, it's a respectful protest aimed at bringing attention to key issues such as inequality and police brutality.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports

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US Fed to express hawkish outlook

The US central bank is expected to reinforce its hawkish outlook this coming week with the release of the minutes from its last meeting.

Meanwhile, retail sales are expected to rise in the run up to the important US shopping period.

Nick Harper reports from New York.

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Friday, October 6, 2017

Reports of iPhone 8 Plus Popping Open

A new case of Apple's new iPhone 8 Plus opening up at the seams has been reported in state media in China. 
Apple is investigating similar cases about the new phone from people in at least 5 different countries. 

Silicon Valley Correspondent Rachel Silverman has details. 



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US lifts sanctions on Sudan after 3-month review


The US government is lifting sanctions on Sudan after a three-month review...citing progress on counter-terrorism and humanitarian efforts inside the country.

But Sudan's official listing as a state sponsor of terror remains in place.

And as our Washington correspondent Giles Gibson explains...Sudan's decision to distance itself from North Korea also played a role:

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Trump ending mandate for employers to cover birth control

The US government is ending the requirement for all companies to cover
birth control costs for its employees.

The policy came in under President Barack Obama but is being rolled
back under the Trump administration.

US Correspondent, Frances Read, reports.

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YouTube Tweaks Search Results

YouTube  has made  changes to its search engine, in the wake of videos peddling misinformation that surfaced about the shooting in Las Vegas and other recent news events. 
The company says it's begun promoting more authoritative sources.

Technology Correspondent Rachel Silverman has more.

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Trump sends another signal he's shutting door on Iran deal

US President Donald Trump has given another indication that he intends to dismantle the 2015 deal on Iran's nuclear programme- he's expected to announce a policy shift next week.

President Trump says Tehran has not lived up to the spirit of the deal.
 
But some in the Trump Cabinet appear to disagree.

US Secretary of Defense James Mattis has said, Iran was 'fundamentally' compliant.

Nina- Maria Potts has more from Washington:

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Trump poised to walk away from Iran deal

Reports in the US say President Trump is poised to step back from the Iran nuclear deal.

He's expected to make the announcement at some point over the next few days, and will argue that Iran is not in compliance with the agreement that was struck after international negotiations in 2015.

Our Washington Correspondent is Simon Marks.

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16 people killed in bus crash at railway crossing in Russia

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At least sixteen people were killed when a train hit a bus at a level crossing in the Russian region of Vladimir.  According to the emergencies ministry the crash was caused by a violation of traffic rules by the bus driver.  Julia Lyubova reports from Moscow.


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UK PM MAY CLINGS ON

UK Prime Minister Theresa May says her cabinet is 'fully behind' her, despite calls from some of her MPs to stand down as leader.

It follows an election in June in which her Conservative Party lost its parliamentary majority.

Mrs May's speech to party conference this week was also beset by problems.

A group of Conservative MPs is now trying to persuade her to call a leadership election - while cabinet ministers rally round the Prime Minister.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt says it is a precarious moment.

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US employment drops for first time since 2010

Hurricanes are being blamed for the first fall in US monthly jobs
figures for seven years.

However, in the same period, the unemployment rate fell to its lowest
level in 16 years.

Nick Harper reports from New York.

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POLL PROTESTS IN KENYA

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Police in Kenya have fired tear gas at supporters of Kenya's main opposition party as they engaged in street protests in the capital, Nairobi.

The opposition National Super Alliance had gathered for the second time this week to call for changes in the electoral system before the presidential election re-run.

Our correspondent Michael Baleke reports from Kampala.

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Nobel Peace Prize Awarded to Anti-Nuclear Weapons Group

In Oslo, Norway the Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons—better known as I-can.

The chair of the prize committee says I-can earned the honor by doing groundbreaking work on trying to get a treaty prohibiting nuclear weapons. 

Our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek has more from Brussels.

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