BREXIT TALKS GO DOWN TO THE WIRE

Last-ditch talks continue to try and finalise a Brexit deal that can be signed off by EU leaders in Brussels on Sunday.

UK Prime Minister Theresa May will return to Brussels on Saturday, after failing to reach a final Brexit deal at a meeting with European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker on Wednesday.

The European Commission says there's been 'very good progress' towards an agreement which contains a political declaration on the future relationship between Britain and the EU.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt says the final moments could be crucial for Theresa May.

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TALKS CONTINUE TO FINALISE BREXIT DEAL AHEAD OF WEEKEND SUMMIT

Last-ditch talks continue to try and finalise a Brexit deal that can be signed off by EU leaders in Brussels on Sunday.

UK Prime Minister Theresa May will return to Brussels on Saturday, after failing to reach a final Brexit deal at a meeting with European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker on Wednesday.

The European Commission says there's been 'very good progress' towards an agreement which contains a political declaration on the future relationship between Britain and the EU.

The Daily Telegraph's Brexit correspondent James Rothwell says concerns from member states about the existing draft deal may give the UK an opportunity.

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American tourist killed by Indian tribe

An American missionary who tried to make contact with a protected tribe in India's Andaman and Nicobar Islands was killed and his body buried on the beach.

The island where the protected tribe live in complete isolation is off-limits as per Indian law.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.

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US trade official blames China trade practices ahead of G20

The Trump administration has described China's trade policies as
unfair adding that Beijing has failed to alter its market-distorting
practices.

This comes ahead of high-profile meeting scheduled between President
Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping at the G20 summit in
Argentina at the end of the month.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.

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U.S. to downscale military drills with South Korea

U.S. Secretary of Defense James Mattis says a joint military exercise
with South Korea will be down-scaled.

Mattis says the decision is being made so that it won't harm
diplomatic progress with North Korea.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.

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BREXIT TALKS FAIL TO REACH CONCLUSION

UK Prime Minister Theresa May will return to Brussels on Saturday, after failing to finalise a Brexit deal at a meeting with European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker.

She says some issues still need resolving ahead of a summit of EU leaders in Brussels on Sunday.

The European Commission says there's been 'very good progress' towards a Brexit deal which contains a political declaration on the future relationship between Britain and the EU.

But the lack of final agreement yet has raised fears Sunday's summit could be inconclusive, or not happen.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt says there are a number of unresolved issues.

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US judge rules controversial abortion law unconstitutional

A federal judge in the United States has blocked one of the most restrictive abortion laws in the country.

Mississippi lawmakers had passed legislation banning the procedure after 15 weeks of gestation.

But a court has now ruled the law violates the rights of women.

Steve Mort reports.

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Chief Justice Defends Judiciary

The Chief Justice of the US Supreme Court is taking issue with President Trump's characterisation of the judiciary. Chief Justice John Roberts issued a rare statement in response to the President's criticism of a judge who had ruled against the administration's asylum  policy. 

US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has more.

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85,000 Yemeni children dead from starvation

Around 85,000 children in Yemen, under the age of five, are estimated
to have died from hunger since the start of the civil war in 2015.

The latest figures come as the United Nations envoy arrives in the
country to negotiate possible peace talks.

Nick Harper reports from the UN in New York.

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Abu Dhabi Crown Prince sued in Paris

A crown prince from the UAE has been sued by a rights group in Paris who have accused the royal of war crimes in Yemen.

Prince Mohammed, who is first in line to the Abu Dhabi throne, is on a two-day visit to France. 

As Oliver Whitfield-Miocic explains, this isn't the first time a royal from the Middle East has been sued whilst visiting the French capital. 

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NASA to probe Space X and Boeing over safety

NASA is launching an investigation into safety practices at Space X.

The move comes after CEO Elon Musk was shown smoking marijuana and drinking whiskey during a recent podcast streamed online.

The probe reportedly also includes aerospace giant Boeing.

Steve Mort reports.

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British man sentenced to life in prison for spying

A British man has been sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty of spying in the United Arab Emirates.   

31 year old Matthew Hedges who is a PhD student denied the charges that he was spying for the UK, insisting he was conducting research.   From London, Catherine Drew reports. 

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Trump submits written answers on Russian election meddling

President Trump has handed over written answers to questions from the Special Counsel Robert Mueller as part of the ongoing investigation into alleged Russian interference in the last U.S. election

Mueller is also looking into whether the Trump campaign colluded with the Kremlin in an attempt to win the White House, and if the president later obstructed justice when events fell under investigation.

In Washington here's Kevin McAleese....

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French FM wants Renault - Nissan partnership to continue amid turmoil

French Foreign Minister Bruno Le Maire says he wants the alliance between carmakers Renault and Nissan to continue despite its boss being arrested in Japan on Monday. 

Carlos Ghosn (prono: GOHN like 'hone') is suspected of misusing company money and under-reporting how much he was earning.

But a long-time Nissan executive wants changes to the partnership with the French car manufacturer.

Oliver Whitfield-Miocic has more from Paris

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MAY HEADS TO BRUSSELS AHEAD OF BREXIT SUMMIT

UK Prime Minister Theresa May heads to Brussels later (Wednesday) for talks on Britain's future relationship with the EU.

She's under pressure from her MPs to not to give any further ground in negotiations, and even to try and win some clarifications to the draft withdrawal deal agreed with Brussels.

EU leaders meet in Brussels on Sunday to sign off on a Brexit deal.

Mrs May would then have to put that to the UK's Parliament.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt says her visit to Brussels is being closely watched.

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May in Brussels on Brexit

UK Prime Minister Theresa May is meeting with the EU Commission President in a last ditch attempt to garner support for her Brexit deal.

Not only is the deal hugely unpopular among many lawmakers in Britain but it's also facing challenges among EU member states who worry about how it will affect them.

Our Europe correspondent Jack Parrock reports.

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Kremlin general loses race for Interpol presidency after backlash

A Kremlin-backed general has lost the vote to become President of the world's police agency Interpol, after an outcry from British and US politicians. Alexander Prokopchuk was accused of attempting to use the role to hunt down critics of President Putin, as Dan Ashby reports. 

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MAY TO HOLD BREXIT TALKS AHEAD OF SUNDAY SUMMIT

UK Prime Minister Theresa May heads to Brussels later (Wednesday) for talks on Britain's future relationship with the EU.

She's under pressure from her MPs to not to give any further ground in negotiations, and even to try and win some clarifications to the draft withdrawal deal agreed with Brussels.

EU leaders meet in Brussels on Sunday to sign off on a Brexit deal.

Mrs May would then have to put that to the UK's Parliament.

Conservative MP Bob Stewart says that's where it gets even more difficult.

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American tourist killed by tribe in Andaman and Nicobar Islands

An American tourist is reported to have been killed by a protected tribe in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Seven fishermen have been arrested in connection with the case. 

Our India correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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Twitter CEO sparks off controversy in India

Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey is at the centre of a caste related controversy in India- the company's fastest growing market.

While on a trip to New Delhi, Dorsey was photographed holding up a poster calling for 'smashing Brahminical patriarchy'. This has led to many people accusing him of inciting hate against India's highest caste.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia has more.

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