Saturday, July 14, 2018

FRANCE AND CROATIA FANS AT WORLD CUP FINAL

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Croatia will play in their first-ever World Cup final on Sunday, against France. Croatia is one of the smallest countries to reach a final with just four million people. But thousands have flown in to see the match at Moscow's Luzhniki Stadium. These Croatia fans in Red Square told us it's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. 

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France face Croatia in the World Cup final on Sunday. They've beaten Argentina and Belgium on their way to the final, and are now favourites to take the trophy for the first time in 20 years. These French fans in Moscow's Red Square were already celebrating. 

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Friday, July 13, 2018

Mueller indicts 12 Russian intelligence officers

Special Counsel Prosecutor Robert Mueller has indicted 12 Russian intelligence officers, saying they hacked into the Democratic National Party's network and into the computers of top staffers of Hillary Clinton's campaign. 

This latest news out of Mueller's probe into Russian meddling in the 2016 election comes just three days before President Trump meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Helsinki.

US correspondent Mary McCarthy reports: 

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UN imposes arms embargo on South Sudan

The United Nations Security Council has voted in favour of a
resolution that places an arms embargo on South Sudan.

This comes despite strong opposition from several council members who
feel this move could derail the peace process.

William Denselow reports from UN headquarters from New York.


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TRUMP PROTESTS GROW IN LONDON

US President Donald Trump says the relationship with the UK is 'indispensable' and that Brexit represents an 'opportunity' for both countries.

It comes after he told the UK's Sun newspaper Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit strategy was not what he'd advised and could jeopardise a UK-US trade deal.

Thousands of people have taken to the streets of London to protest against Donald Trump's visit.

Paul Barber reports from the protests in central London.

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TRUMP AND MAY STRESS POSITIVE TIES

US President Donald Trump says the relationship with the UK is 'indispensable' and that Brexit represents an 'opportunity' for both countries.

It comes after he told the UK's Sun newspaper her Brexit strategy was not what he'd advised and could jeopardise a UK-US trade deal.

Thousands of people have taken to the streets of London to protest against Donald Trump's visit.

(Later he'll meet Britain's Queen Elizabeth in Windsor.)

Our correspondent Olly Barratt is in Windsor - he says the two leaders are now trying to paint a picture of a strong relationship.

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Indian teen killed during mock safety drill

A 19-year-old student has died after she was forced to jump off a building during a disaster preparedness drill at her college.

The man who conducted the drill and allegedly pushed her off a second floor ledge has been arrested.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.

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TRUMP DROPS BOMBSHELL INTERVIEW ON UK TRIP

US President Donald Trump says a trade deal with the UK will 'probably not' be possible due to its current Brexit strategy.

He's given a bombshell interview to the Sun newspaper as he continues a working visit to the UK.

President Trump will hold talks with UK Prime Minister Theresa May on trade on Friday.

But he also criticised her Brexit plan to the Sun, and praised Boris Johnson who resigned from Mrs May's cabinet only days ago.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt says it's rocked the whole trip.

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No positive doping tests at Russia 2018

The football governing body  - FIFA - says there have been no positive results from over 3,000 anti-doping tests carried out before and during the World Cup.

It's been the largest ever World Cup testing program - as Jessica King reports. 


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Trump says current Brexit deal could kill trade pact with U.S.


Donald Trump has accused Britain's Prime Minister of wrecking the chances of a future trade pact with the United States.

Trump, in an interview with a British newspaper, slammed Theresa May's brexit blueprint, saying she had ignored his advice on how to leave the European Union.

Kevin McAleese reports from Washington...


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Thursday, July 12, 2018

U.S. reunites youngest migrant children, but half ineligible

The Trump administration says it has finished reuniting young migrant
children with their parents, but 46 of them will not be returned.

It comes after the government missed a court-imposed deadline earlier this week.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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Trump circulates letter from North Korean leader

U.S. President Donald Trump has published a letter sent to him from
North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un.

Trump calls it a very nice note but the text makes no mention of
denuclearization.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Founder of Papa John’s pizza resigns after using racial slur


The founder of Papa John's pizza has resigned from his position as head of the company board after media reports revealed he had used the n-word during a company training session in May.

The board has issued a statement saying it condemns racism and will appoint a replacement in the coming weeks. 

US correspondent Mary McCarthy reports: 

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TRUMP ARRIVES IN UK ON CONTROVERSIAL VISIT

US President Donald Trump has started a controversial visit to the UK, greeted by protests which will continue throughout his stay.

He's arrived in Britain after making a series of comments which will have raised eyebrows among UK diplomats.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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Trump doubles down on demand for NATO countries to spend more

US President Donald Trump has double down on a call for NATO allies to spend 4 per cent of their GDP on defence - even though only two thirds of member countries are on track to meet the current target of 2 per cent by 2024.

The summit wraps up in Brussels on Thursday, with Trump then heading to London. 

Elena Casas reports from Brussels.


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India approves net neutrality rules

India's Department of Telecommunications has adopted rules that will prevent and prohibit internet service providers from monopolising the treatment of online content.

Experts have called India's net neutrality rules the world's most progressive policy on equal internet access for all.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia has more.

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England lose to Croatia 2 - 1

England lost 2-1 to Croatia after extra time, missing their chance to reach a World Cup final since 1966. 

Croatia now face France in their first ever final - as Jessica King reports. 


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Stock markets in India rally to record high

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Stock markets in India have hit a new all-time high, boosted by optimism about company earnings and helped by lower crude oil prices. 

Our correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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Trump administration takes steps to lift ban on China's ZTE


The Trump administration has signed an agreement that will allow Chinese company ZTE to resume business with American Suppliers.

This move will lift a 3-month long ban imposed by the U.S. on the Tech firm

Kevin McAleese reports from Washington

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Wednesday, July 11, 2018

US officials unable to reunite 27 children with their families

  • US government officials have issued a court filing saying they're unable to reunite 27 migrant children with their families.
  • This comes as a judge extended a Tuesday deadline to return to their parents over two thousand children who'd been separated from their families at the US-Mexico border.
  • Los Angeles correspondent Mary McCarthy reports:
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Need for humanitarian aid in North Korea: UN aid chief

The United Nations Humanitarian Chief says there's very clear evidence
of humanitarian need in North Korea.

Mark Lowcock arrived in Pyongyang Monday and warns that aid agencies
operating in the country aren't receiving enough funding.

William Denselow reports from UN headquarters in New York.

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