Wednesday, November 22, 2017

Ethnic cleansing in Rakine State - Sec. Tillerson

The U.S. State Department says ethic cleansing is being undertaken against the Rohingya, according to a statement from U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson.

At least 600,000 Rohingya Muslims have fled Rakhine state in northern Myanmar for Bangladesh, telling stories of rape, murder, arson and further violence.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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Mladic handed life sentence in The Hague

Former Bosnian Serb general Rakto Mladic has been given a life sentence for a string of crimes committed in the Bosnian war in the nineteen nineties. 

Once known as the Butcher of Bosnia, judges in The Hague say he bears a large part of the responsibility for the deaths of over 8000 muslims men and boys during the Srebrenica massacre.

Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports.

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East African politicians react to end of Mugabe

Meanwhile leading politicians from across East Africa are reacting to the news that Mugabe's reign is over. It has lead to an outpouring of relief and calls for further change across the continent. Dan Ashby sent this from Tanzania. 

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European Court to Decide if Berlusconi Can Hold Office Again

The European Court of Human Rights is hearing from Silvio Berlusconi—as he pleas to have a ban on holding public office lifted. 

The scandal plagued former Italian prime minister is trying to make a political comeback—but he needs a judge to lift that ban first. 

Our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek has more from Brussels

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Hyderabad readies for Ivanka Trump's visit

The city of Hyderabad in India is gearing up for the arrival of US President Trump's daughter Ivanka Trump next week, filling up the potholes in its roads and moving beggars off the streets ahead of the visit. 

Our India correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports

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BUDGET DAY IN THE UK

British finance minister Philip Hammond is due to set out a budget he says will make the UK 'fit for the future' as it heads for Brexit.

The Chancellor says Britain can invest to make sure it's an 'outward-looking, free-trading nation' once it leaves the EU.

Lindsey Hume reports from London.

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Australian dual citizen politicians - another one bites the dust

Another Australian politician has been caught up in the nation's dual citizenship fiasco and there are now legal doubts over the man expected to replace her.
South Australian senator Skye Kakoschke-Moore has resigned from parliament after revealing she was a dual citizen having inherited British citizenship from her mother.
Arthur Stevens has more

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Australia's Victoria set to legalise voluntary assisted dying

Australia's southern state of Victoria is likely to become the first state in the nation to legalise voluntary assisted dying.
The process passed Victoria's upper house following a more than 24 hour unbroken debate session, and is now heading back to the Legislative Assembly where it's expected to be passed.
Arthur Stevens has details

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70s 'teen heartthrob' David Cassidy dies at 67

70's teen heartthrob and actor David Cassidy has died at the age of 67. 

He passed away in Florida after experiencing liver and kidney failure. 

Cassidy rose to fame playing Keith Partridge from the musical sitcom "The Partridge Family," which ran from 1970 to 1974. 

He went on to build a successful career as a pop artist, recording several albums as a member of The Partridge Family as well as a solo artist.  

At one point, his fan club was reportedly bigger than Elvis Presley's and the Beatles. 

In recent years, Cassidy had been candid about his battle with alcohol and other personal problems.  Earlier this year he announced he suffered from dementia.  

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Massive Uber data breach affected 57 million accounts


Ride-sharing firm Uber covered-up a massive data hack targeting millions of customers and drivers.

The company has admitted that personal information from 57 million users across the world was downloaded by two hackers in late 2016. 

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Tuesday, November 21, 2017

Further allegations of sex harassement in media, Congress

An ethics investigation has been launched into one of the longest serving members of the U.S. Congress, as the sex assault and harassment allegations expand in the United States.

Interviewer Charlie Rose has lost his positions while the Walt Disney Company says their animation chief will take a leave of absence.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff has an update:

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US Slaps Sanctions On Chinese, North Korean Organizations

The US imposed sanctions against 13 Chinese and North Korean
organizations Washington accused of helping to evade nuclear
restrictions against Pyongyang, and supporting the country with trade.
The action Tuesday comes one day after President Trump put North Korea
back on a list of state sponsors of terrorism.

Patrice Howard reports from Los Angeles.

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Australian Football coach quits ahead of the World Cup finals

Australia's football manager Ange Postecoglou has stood down after deciding not to continue in the post until the 2018 World Cup finals in Russia, which the Socceroos have just qualified for.
The 52-year-old has made the announcement at a media conference in Sydney, leaving Football Federation Australia scrambling for a new coach.
Postecoglou says he's had a wonderful tenure.

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May welcomes departure of Mugabe

British Prime Minister Theresa May has welcomed the resignation of long-time Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe,  saying his departure is an opportunity to rebuild the country's economy.  

The head of the UK-based human rights group Amnesty International has also welcomed the news as Catherine Drew reports from London. 

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Pres. Trump speaks with Russian Pres. Putin

North Korea and Syria topped the agenda for a nearly hour-long telephone conversation between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Earlier, President Putin met with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in a surprise visit to Sochi.

The two men appeared to agree that UN resolutions need to be implemented and fighting terrorism is a top priority, according to President Trump's version of the discussions.

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UK welcomes Mugabe's departure

British Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson has described the resignation of Zimbabwe's Robert Mugabe as 'a moment of hope" for the country as it comes to terms with the departure of the long-term president. 

British Prime Minister Theresa May also welcomed Mr Mugabe's resignation from the post he's held for 37 years, saying it was an opportunity to rebuild Zimbabwe's economy.   She added as the country's oldest friend, the UK would work with regional partners to help Zimbabwe achieve the brighter future it deserves. 

UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson described the former President's departure as a turning point that should pave the way for fresh elections. 

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DC office for PLO under discussion - State Dept.

The U.S. State Department says the office of the Palestinian Liberation Organization in Washington is being discussed, but no decision has been taken to shut the office.

Earlier, Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas said shutting the office would be unprecedented and could have dangerous consequences for the peace process with the Israelis.

U.S. State Department Spokesperson Heather Nauert said a decision hasn't been taken, the situation is still under discussion.

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Pres. Trump gives tacit endorsement to controversial Senate candidate

In his first comments on the Alabama Senate race, U.S. President Donald Trump appeared to give tacit endorsement of the controversial Republican.

At least nine women have come forward to accuse Roy Moore of touching them in a sexual manner and inappropriately when they were teens and he was in his 30s.

He continues to insist the allegations are false, a point repeated by Donald Trump.

U.S. President Donald Trump told reporters, it's more important to defeat Doug Jones the Democrat challenger.

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US Sees "Historic Opportunity" in Zimbabwe

The United States has congratulated the people of Zimbabwe, saying the country now has a historic opportunity to set itself on a new path.

The US government is also observing the regional decision to not describe last week's military takeover as a 'coup'. 

Robert Mugabe resigned after 37 years in power. 

Ousted Vice President Emmerson Mnangagwa will take over as interim president, pending elections.

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British Government offers 40 billion sterling to fund Brexit

The British government is now proposing a substantial increase in the payment the UK will make to Brussels to finance the country's exit from the European Union.


Prime Minister Theresa May's Cabinet has agreed to spend up to 40 billion pounds sterling in a bid to break the current deadlock in negotiations.


Peter Foster, Europe Editor with Britain's Daily Telegraph says the response from Brussels is not likely to be positive.


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Peter Foster, Europe Editor with Britain's Daily Telegraph says the move may still not be enough to bring success in negotiations between London and Brussels.


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