Friday, November 2, 2018

US Secretary of State threatens sanctions on individuals responsible for Jamal Khashoggi murder


US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says Washington will impose sanctions on individuals responsible for Jamal Khashoggi's murder in the Saudi consulate in Istanbul.

But he also stressed the importance of the US-Saudi relationship, even after Riyadh has admitted involvement in the journalist's death.

Our Washington correspondent Giles Gibson has more:

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Thursday, November 1, 2018

President Trump ramps up immigration rhetoric

With less than a week to go before the crucial midterm elections, President Trump has once again ramped up his rhetoric on immigration.

Speaking at the White House, Trump described changes in immigration rules that would amount to a crackdown on asylum seekers. 

US Correspondent Mary MacCarthy reports:

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US Charges China,Taiwan firms with Stealing Chip Technology

The US has charged a Chinese and a Taiwanese firm with stealing secrets from US chip maker Micron. 

Three Taiwanese individuals are also named in the indictment. 

Silicon Valley Correspondent Rachel Silverman has details. 


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Accused Synagogue Shooter Pleads Not Guilty

The man accused of shooting to death 11 worshippers at a synagogue in Pittsburgh has pleaded not guilty.

Robert Bowers is accused of hate crimes and the charges he faces could lead to the death penalty. 

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Google staff protest sexual harassment with global walkout


Google employees walked off their jobs Thursday to protest the company's handling of sexual harassment allegations.  

Staff were angered after reports suggested the company paid out tens of millions of dollars to male executives accused of misconduct.

Our US correspondent Kevin McAleese reports

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US charges three over 1MDB corruption scandal

The US government has brought charges against three men in relation to
Malaysia's scandal-ridden state development fund, 1MDB.

One man has been arrested and charged with money laundering billions
of dollars.

While police continue to look for the alleged mastermind, Jho Low
[PRON JO LOW], who is now facing US charges.

Nick Harper reports from New York where a third man, a Goldman Sachs
banker, has pleaded guilty.

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Weinstein accused of sexual assaulting 16-year-old

A woman has accused Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein of sexually
assaulting her when she was 16-years-old.

The Polish model says the assault happened in 2002 at Weinstein's
Manhattan apartment.

Nick Harper reports from New York.

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EU Brexit negotiator denies deal has been reached on financial services

The European Union's chief Brexit negotiator says a deal regarding the UK financial services sector has not been reached.


It comes after the Times newspaper reported an agreement had been achieved.


Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports.


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UK POLICE INVESTIGATE BREXIT CAMPAIGN

UK police are investigating one of the key figures in the country's Brexit campaign over alleged offenses in the EU referendum of 2016.

Arron Banks, his Leave.EU campaign, and colleague Liz Bilney were referred to police by the electoral commission.

He says he welcomes the new investigation and has always denied any wrongdoing to influence the Brexit vote.

Theo Usherwood reports from London.

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ORGANISED CRIME 'BIGGEST THREAT' TO UK CITIZENS

Serious and organized crime is costing the UK economy $48bn / 42 bn euros a year, according to latest figures.

The National Crime Agency says over 4500 serious and organised criminal groups now exist in the UK.

It claims crimes like child abuse, trafficking, and the drugs trade affect more UK citizens than all other national security threats combined.

UK Security Minister Ben Wallace says a new strategy and funding from the government will tackle the issue.

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India jumps 23 places in World Bank's ease of doing business survey

India has climbed 23 places in the World Bank's latest Ease of Doing Business survey.

This makes India the only country to rank as one of the top ten improvers for the second year in a row.

Our correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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Delhi to implement 10-day emergency pollution plan

Pollution levels in India's capital have crossed seven times the permissible limit and authorities have announced a ten day long emergency action plan for the city.

A ban on private vehicles could also be implemented if the air quality continues to deteriorate.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.

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US President Donald Trump doesn't feel "betrayed" by Saudi Arabia over Khashoggi murder


US President Donald Trump says he doesn't feel betrayed by Saudi Arabia over the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

Saudi authorities have admitted that "rogue" operators were involved in the Saudi citizen's murder in Istanbul, but deny any link to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

As our Washington correspondent Giles Gibson reports, the President's latest comments echo the cautious approach from his administration:

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Call for Russian military base in Cuba as president arrives in Moscow

Cuba's President Miguel Diaz-Canel arrives in Moscow later, amid calls for Russia to set up a new military base in Cuba, on the USA's doorstep. The Cuban President will hold talks with President Putin, as Dan Ashby reports.

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Moon says Kim to 'soon' visit Seoul


South Korea President Moon Jae-in says North Korean leader Kim Jong-un will soon be visiting Seoul. Kim would be the first North Korean leader to visit the South Korean capital.

Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul.

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According to President Moon Jae-in, leader Kim Jong-un has a busy schedule.

Speaking to South Korean parliament, Moon said Kim will soon visit Seoul but offered no other details.

Moon also said Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to visit Kim soon in Pyongyang.

And that Kim will visit Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow and possibly meet with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.

There's also the prospect of a second summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Kim.

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo plans to meet North Korean officials next week to discuss a schedule for that summit.

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Wednesday, October 31, 2018

PIttsburgh Shooting Rampage: 44 Count Indictment

The man accused of the shooting rampage that left 11 people dead at a Pittsburgh synagogue has been indicted on dozens criminal counts. 


He could face the death penalty. 


US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has more.  



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BREXIT DEAL 'READY BY 21ST NOVEMBER'

The UK's Brexit Secretary says he expects to agree a deal with the EU within three weeks.

Dominic Raab has indicated an agreement could be reached on Britain's withdrawal from the bloc soon.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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Trump Doubles Down on Ending Birthright Citizenship

US President Donald Trump is doubling down on his claim that he can end the birthright citizenship policy in the US. 

He says he will end the 150 year old practice one way or the other. 

SU Correspondent Rachel Silverman has details.


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Turkey says Khashoggi 'strangled to death'

Turkey says journalist Jamal Khashoggi was strangled to death immediately after entering the Saudi consulate almost one month ago.

Saudi Arabia has admitted Mr Khashoggi - a Saudi national who wrote for the Washington Post - was murdered, but denies the ruling royal family was involved.

From Washington Harry Horton reports.

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US earmarks 7,000 troops for Mexico border

The Pentagon is reportedly earmarking 7,000 troops to be deployed to
the US-Mexico border.

President Donald Trump has accused the migrant caravan, making it's
way up through Mexico to America, of consisting of "thugs and gang
members"

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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