Monday, January 22, 2018

Facebook can’t guarantee it’s “good for democracy”

Facebook says it cannot guarantee that it's good for democracy.

It's after accusations that the social media site was used to spread
false information to voters.

Facebook says it's trying to do whatever it can to stop alleged
meddling in elections by Russia or any other countries.

US correspondent, Frances Read, reports.

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Resignations from Top Leadership at USA Gymnastics' Board of Directors

The top leadership of USA Gymnastics' board of directors has resigned. 
The announcement of their resignations follows intense public criticism of USA Gymnastics and its management of the sexual abuse scandal involving team doctor Larry Nassar. 

US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has details. 

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US orders extra cargo screening on Middle East airlines

The US administration has ordered cargo flights operated by five Middle Eastern countries to carry out extra screening measures. 

America authorities warn there is a threat of terrorism from Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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Senate Reaches Deal to End Shutdown

The US Senate is voting to end the government shutdown after reaching a compromise deal on the issue of immigration.

Democrats have withheld their approval for the latest short-term budget resolution over concern for so-called 'dreamers'.

Republicans have made a compromise - to allow Democrats to help craft immigration reform that would include protections for children who grew up without legal status. 

Democrat Senator Dick Durbin is reassuring them.

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India Leads on Surging Global Growth Forecasts

India is becoming the fastest growing major economy according to a new report by the International Monetary Fund.

Along with an overall pickup in global growth, the IMF says the United States will be boosted by recent Trump tax cuts.  

From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports...

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Rex Tillerson hails 'treasured' US relationship with UK on visit to London

The US Secretary of State has visited the new American embassy in London, just days after Donald Trump cancelled a trip to Britain citing anger over the building.

Rex Tillerson met with British Prime Minister Theresa May and with Boris Johnson, the foreign secretary, to discuss security and the Iran nuclear deal. 

He denied reports that the traditionally strong US-UK alliance was under strain.

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US to move embassy to Jerusalem earlier than expected

The US embassy in Israel will move from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem before the end of 2019 - earlier than expected.

The decision last year by President Trump to move the embassy caused outrage across the middle east.

Our US Correspondent Harry Horton reports.

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US federal government implements shutdown procedures

U.S. federal workers are learning whether they are essential and remaining on the job or furloughed as Congressional lawmakers debate a continuing resolution to fund the governent.

(The U.S. Senate has a vote scheduled for noon eastern / 1700 GMT)

U.S. President Donald Trump has tweeted again that the shutdown is the Democrats' fault.

Our U.S. correspondent Priscilla Huff reports:

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Income inequality in India widens

In 2017, the richest 1% in India cornered 73% of the wealth generated in the country.

Compare this to 670 million citizens in India whose wealth rose only by 1%, as per an Oxfam report.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.

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UK Independence Party chief under mounting pressure to quit

The head of the UK Independence Party is facing growing pressure to resign after several senior figures in the pro-Brexit party stepped down over his refusal to quit. 

Henry Bolton lost a vote of no confidence after it emerged his now ex-girlfriend sent racist messages about Prince Harry's finance Meghan Markle. 

Ukip's immigration spokesman John Bickley is one of the latest party officials to resign and called on Bolton to do the same ahead of an emergency party meeting next month.

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Catalan Politician Travels Despite Threat of Arrest

Despite serious threats of arrest, Catalan ex-president Carles Puigdemont, is traveling to Denmark Monday morning to participate in a panel being held at the University of Copenhagen.

The Spanish prosecutor confirmed on Sunday that he is seeking a European arrest warrant for Puigdemont.

Our Europe correspondent Kevin Ozebek reports.

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British Army chief calls for more defense investment to keep up with Russia

The head of the British army is warning that the UK would struggle to match Russian capability on the battlefield.

General Sir Nick Carter is calling for the government to invest in defence or risk further eroding the country's ability to combat external threats. 

Defence spokeswoman for the opposition Labour party Nia Griffith says General Carter was right to speak out. 

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Palestinian president Abbas in Brussels

The leader of the Palestinian Authorities Mahmud Abbas is in Brussels to try to persuade the European Union to officials recognize Palestine as a state.

He will attend a meeting of EU foreign ministers with tensions in the middle east growing since the US announced it will move its embassy in Israel to Jerusalem.

Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports.

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Uganda Cabinet Votes for Referendum to Extend Term of President.

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Uganda's cabinet has approved a resolution to hold a referendum to extend the presidential term of office from 5 to 7 years.

This follows a recommendation by parliament, that the public have a final say on it.

Isabel Nakirya reports.

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Home and Away actor Jessica Falkholt laid to rest

Less than two weeks after her parents and sister were laid to rest and a month of "unimaginable trauma", mourners returned to the same Sydney church to farewell Australian actor Jessica Falkholt.
White doves were released for the 29-year-old following the private funeral for the Home and Away actor in front of hundreds of friends and relatives.
Arthur Stevens has more

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Funding announced to protect Australia's Great Barrier reef

Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has announced a multi-million-dollar plan to protect the iconic Great Barrier Reef against coral-eating crown-of-thorns starfish and farm run-off.
The $60 million scheme, outlined by Mr Turnbull in Townsville includes funding farmers to reduce sediment run-off and research over the next 18 months.
Arthur Stevens has more

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Prison guards on strike across France

Prison guards are on strike across France - with blockades in place at 120 prison around the country. 
Staff are furious over a spate of recent attacks by inmates, some inspired by Islamist radicalism, and say they don't have enough resources to keep themselves safe.
Elena Casas reports from Paris. 

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Russia's Lavrov says 'unilateral actions' by US in Syria made Turkey furious

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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has hit against the United States for what he called 'unilateral actions' in Iran and Syria.  In an interview to a Russian newspaper Lavrov said the US was showing a destructive role in global affairs and has infuriated Turkey. Julia Lyubova reports from Moscow.


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DR Congo Clashes

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At least six people are dead after Congolese security forces fired tear gas and live bullets to disperse a protest against President Joseph Kabila

Authorities cracked down on demonstrators demanding an end to President Kabila's 17-year rule.

Our reporter Michael Baleke reports from Kampala.

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Michael Baleke,
Correspondent / Uganda Bureau Chief



Phone: +256 751 914 838
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Bollywood film faces opposition ahead of release

A controversial Bollywood film is facing opposition ahead of its release later this week. 

The film has offended some extremist Hindu groups, who argue that the movie is disrespectful.

Our India correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports 

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