Wednesday, December 13, 2017

US Sec of State says he's ready to talk to North Korea

U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has said he is ready to talk to North Korea, without preconditions. 
This marks a departure from the previous U.S. demand that Pyongyang would have to show a willingness to give up its nuclear weapons before any negotiations could take place.

Kate Fisher reports from Wahsington.

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No good cause to fire special counsel - Deputy US AG

There is no good cause to fire special counsel Robert Mueller, Deputy U.S. Attorney General Rod Rosenstein  told the U.S> House of Representatives Judiciary Committee.

U.S. President Donald Trump continues to post on social media that there is no evidence of collusion between his supporters and the Russians, and the ongoing investigation is just a Democrat-led conspiracy.

His supporters are also trying to make the case that the special counsel's office is not truly independent and undermine their work.

Deputy U.S. Attorney General Rod Rosenstein told Representative Jerry Nadler, he has no evidence of any questionable actions by Rober Mueller.

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Supporters of Donald Trump have seized upon the news that a FBI agent detailed to the special counsel's office made inappropriate tweets in support of Hillary Clinton while he was supposed to be investigating her use of a personal email server. 

Special Counsel Robert Mueller immediately fired the agent upon discovery of the texts in July.

Deputy U.S. Attorney General Rod Rosenstein confirmed to the panel they are reviewing all work on the Hillary Clinton email case.

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Palestinian President calls Trump Jerusalem move a ‘crime’

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas says the decision by the United
States to recognize Jerusalem as the Israeli capital is a crime and
violation of international law.

The comments came at an emergency summit of Muslim leaders who urged
the global community to recognize East Jerusalem as the capital of the
State of Palestine.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.

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US helicopter part lands on Japanese school

A window from a US helicopter has injured a boy in Japan after it
dropped onto an elementary school in Okinawa.

The incident has further increased tensions between the American
military and the local Japanese population.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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Democrats urge legislative pause until Doug Jones can be seated

Senate Minority leader Chuck Schumer wants work on the Republican tax reform bill put on pause until Doug Jones can be seated as the duly elected U.S. Senator from Alabama, following the surprise results of the special election.

U.S. President Donald Trump insists the bill is necessary to make the American economy grow, but the legislation has been widely criticized as sloppily written, problematic, and actually only benefitting the rich.

Senator Schumer says the legislation is too important to no wait.

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Senator Schumer says the Republicans should learn from their mistakes, because their current approach, especially to tax reform, is a political disaster.

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Deck stacked against him - Pres. Trump on Alabama

U.S. President Donald Trump is trying to rewrite his role in the Alabama senate race, which has significant implications for his political agenda.

He says the deck was stacked against Roy Moore, the Republican candidate, in a state that is majority conservative.

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

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India bans condom ads from airwaves during the day

Calling them 'indecent', the Indian government has asked TV channels to not show condom advertisements from 6am to 10pm.

This comes at a time when a study has revealed how nearly half of all reported pregnancies in India are unintended, pointing to the need for better contraception and family planning programmes.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.

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European Parliament approves move to next phase of Brexit talks

The European Parliament has approved the movement onto the next stage of Brexit negotiations.

EU leaders are expected to finally sign off on the same move later this week meaning talks on the future trade deal between the EU and UK are likely to begin early next year.

Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports.

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EP Approves Advancing Brexit Talks

The European Parliament voted overwhelmingly that Brexit negotiations should move into phase two—which is figuring out a new trade deal between the EU and the UK.

The vote was non-binding, but makes it even more certain that EU leaders will approve advancing Brexit negotiations when they meet in Brussels on Thursday and Friday for the final EU summit of the year. 

Many members of the European Parliament were concerned over recent comments made by Britian's Brexit Secretary that what has been agreed during phase one isn't legally binding.

MEPs were assured by the EU that agreements will be folded into law.

While addressing the parliament, the EU's chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier says there's no question negotiating with the UK as it prepares leaves the bloc has been tough. 

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Even though at times negotiations have been tough and have strained relations between Brussels and London, the EU's chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier praised the UK prime minister.

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MAY ATTEMPTS TO HEAD OFF BREXIT REBELLION

The UK government could lose a key vote later on its flagship Brexit legislation.

Rebels from Prime Minister Theresa May's Conservative Party want to amend the bill so MPs get a vote on any Brexit deal which could send negotiators back to the table with the EU.

Some pro-Brexit MPs believe this could lead to attempts to block the UK's exit from the EU altogether.

The UK Prime Minister hopes to convince MPs in her party not to back the amendment.

And Mrs May says the key vote on Brexit has already happened.

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UK GOVT WORKS TO AVOID BREXIT BILL DEFEAT

The UK government could lose a key vote later on its flagship Brexit legislation.

Rebels from Prime Minister Theresa May's Conservative Party want to amend the bill to ensure MPs get a final vote on any Brexit deal with the EU.

Olly Barratt says it's a pivotal moment.

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Democrat Doug Jones defeats Trump-backed Republican to win senate race


Doug Jones sealed a dramatic victory in the Alabama senate race, the first democrat to win the state for 25 years

He defeated the favorite, Republican Roy Moore whose campaign had been dogged by multiple allegations of sexual misconduct...

John Bevir has the latest from Washington DC

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Sec. Tillerson: U.S. won't set pre-conditions for North Korea talks


U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson says the U.S. is willing to sit down with North Korea without any pre-conditions.  

Speaking on Tuesday, Tillerson said demanding Pyongyang end it's nuclear program so talks could begin was unrealistic.

While it's a sign the Trump Administration is willing to soften it conditions to open a dialogue with the Kim Jong Un regime, Tillerson also made clear the military option remains if all other attempts to curtail North Korea's threats and provocations fail.

The Top US diplomat made the remarks during his appearance at a Washington D.C. think-tank...

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Tuesday, December 12, 2017

US Congress expected to let Iran nuclear deal deadline pass


The US Congress is expected to let a deadline on re-imposing sanctions on Iran pass this week.

The deadline was triggered in October when US President Donald Trump refused to certify that Tehran is complying with the 2015 nuclear deal.

As our Washington correspondent Giles Gibson reports, a decision on the future of the deal now bounces back to the White House:

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Pres. Trump says US military will be bigger & better than before

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed legislation authorizing some $700 billion in defence spending for the Pentagon.

The current law caps spending at $549 billion, but President Trump insists the American military must be "perfecto" and the troops need a raise.

The American president insists the money is needed to reinforce American military strength.

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NYC attack cited as reason to change US immigration policy

The White House insists that American immigration policy must change following the two terror attacks in New York City.

It's estimated the United States accepts about 1 million immigrants every year.

Statistics show that in the U.S., migrants are far less likely to be interested in committing acts of terror than U.S. citizens.

L. Francis Cissna is the current Director for Citizenship and Immigration Services.

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The Director for Citizenship and Immigration Services L. Francis Cissna insists that the current immigration system can be gamed.

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White House pushes back on suggestions, Pres. Trump insulted senator

The White House is pushing back on the idea that U.S. President Donald Trump is trying to silence U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand with sexist innuendo.

Earlier, President Trump posted on social media that the Democrat from New York was a lightweight and would do anything for a campaign contribution, including begging.

Senator Gillibrand has spoken publicly, saying it was a sexist smear and she will not be silenced.

White House spokesperson Sarah Huckabee Sanders says Senator Gillibrand is bought by special interests.

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White House spokesperson Sarah Huckabee Sanders rejected reporter's requests that the President should apologize. 

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Alabama voters chose their next U.S. senator

Alabama voters have until 7pm central / 8pm eastern (0100GMT) to cast their ballots in the special election to fill the U.S. Senate seat left vacant by Jeff Sessions, now the U.S. Attorney General.

Republican Roy Moore is locked in a tight race with Democrat Doug Jones, with many questioning principles over party affiliation after several women reporter, Roy Moore behaved inappropriately toward them when he was a 30-something single and they were in their teens.

Roy Moore continues to dodge those questions, saying voters should vote their conscience.

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Doug Jones emphasized his rival's record - Roy Moore has been disbarred twice as a state judge.

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Internet Pioneers Weigh in on Net Neutrality

A group of internet pioneers has signed an open letter asking the US Federal Commu actions Commission to cancel a controversial vote scheduled for Thursday. 

That's when the FCC is set to decide whether to repeal an Obama-era law that protects net-neutrality. 


Technology Correspondent Rachel Silverman has details. 




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Pres. Trump blames immigration for NYC attacks

U.S. President Donald Trump is blaming immigration for the recent terror attacks in New York City.

Akayed Ullah, a migrant from Bangladesh, reportedly posted on his Facebook page, President Trump you failed to protect your nation.

The suspect survived the attemped suicide bombing and is facing terrorism charges.

U.S. President Donald Trump thanked first responders for their quick action.

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