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Wednesday, March 27, 2019

India's Mukesh Ambani breaks into top ten of global rich list

Mukesh Ambani, India's richest man, has become the country's first person to break into the top ten of the Hurun global rich list.

The Mumbai-based billionaire controls Reliance Industries, a conglomerate with interests ranging from oil to telecoms.

Our correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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State of emergency over measles outbreak in New York state

A state of emergency has been declared in a county in the US state of New York following a severe outbreak of measles.

Unvaccinated children have been barred from public spaces in Rockland County after 153 cases were confirmed.

US correspondent Kate Fisher reports

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Tuesday, March 26, 2019

UN: 2m Mozambicans need cyclone aid

The United Nations says almost two million people in Mozambique need
assistance following Cyclone Idai.

Nearly two weeks after the storm hit aid agencies are still assessing
the extent of the damage across three countries in Southern Africa.

Nick Harper reports from Harare in Zimbabwe.

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US Sanctions Iran Network in Iran, Turkey, and the UAE

The United States has imposed sanctions on a network of companies and people it believes are linked to Iran's military.

The US says the front companies are based in Iran, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates.

From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports.

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As charges dropped, actor Jussie Smollett insists he has been "truthful from day one".

All the charges against an American actor accused of orchestrating a racist and homophobic attack on himself have been dropped by the authortities in Chicago.

Juissie Smollett, star of the drama "Empire", had been accused of lying to police about the attack.

He told reporters he has been "truthful from day one".

Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.

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Jussie Smollett sidestepped questions from reporter about why the charges against him are suddenly being dropped.

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Purdue Pharma settle opioid lawsuit

The maker of the prescription opioid Oxycontin has settled a lawsuit
in the United States for nearly $275 million.

Purdue Pharma who are owned by the billionaire Sackler family are
accused of contributing to the opioid crisis.

The company is still facing hundreds of similar lawsuits across the country.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.

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All charges against US actor Jussie Smollett dropped

All the charges against an American actor accused of orchestrating a racist and homophobic attack on himself have been dropped by the authortities in Chicago.

Juissie Smollett, star of the drama "Empire", had been accused of lying to police about the attack.

Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.

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US China Trade Talks Enter Crucial Stage in Beijing

US trade representatives are in Beijing this week, as talks with China's trade negotiators enters a crucial stage.

They are hoping to resolve outstanding sticking points, including US demands for China to relax restrictions on digital trade.

Nina-Maria Potts reports from Beijing.

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MEPs Approve Copyright Reform

Supporters say content creators will get the compensation they deserve, but opponents say internet freedom is now at risk.

The European Parliament has approved new copyright reform that has created a long—and at times tumultuous—debate in Europe.

Our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek has more from Brussels.

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European leaders urge China to offer reciprocal market access

European leaders have urged China to « respect the unity of the EU » and provide reciprocal access for European companies to the Chinese market.

The remarks case from Emmanuel Macron and Angela Merkel, after talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Paris on Tuesday.

Elena Casas reports from Paris.

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ERG SOFTENS TO MAY'S BREXIT DEAL

The UK government says it's still working to pass the Brexit deal it agreed with Brussels - even after MPs voted to try and take more control of the process.

On Monday lawmakers voted to seize the parliamentary timetable to attempt to find compromise solutions on Brexit that could pass the House of Commons.

Prime Minister Theresa May remains under growing pressure to step aside as she loses control of Britain's exit from the European Union.

But she continues to try and persuade MPs to back her Brexit deal - which may be voted on again on Thursday.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt says several members of the key European Research Group are indicating they'll now back Mrs May's Withdrawal Agreement.

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EU to Set 5G Recommendations

The European Union is urging its member states to conduct threat assessments as they plan their 5G infrastructure.

As concerns over Chinese tech grow in the EU, the EU isn't expected to call for a ban of Chinese made 5G gear.

But as our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek reports, Brussels still says EU countries need to manage the security risks.

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UK GOVT STICKS WITH BREXIT STRATEGY DESPITE LOSS OF CONTROL

The UK government says it's still working to pass the Brexit deal it agreed with Brussels - even after MPs voted to try and take more control of the process.

On Monday lawmakers voted to seize the parliamentary timetable to attempt to find compromise solutions on Brexit that could pass the House of Commons.

Prime Minister Theresa May remains under growing pressure to step aside as she loses control of Britain's exit from the European Union.

But she continues to try and persuade MPs to back her Brexit deal - which may be voted on again on Thursday.

Health Minister Matt Hancock says it's a time for cool heads.

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AUSTRALIA: Opposition leader concerned at Turkey response to Christchurch massacre

The Australian Opposition leader Bill Shorten has declared it deeply frustrating and disturbing that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has again shown footage of the Christchurch mosque massacre.
Arthur Stevens reports from Melbourne

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AUSTRALIA: Laws proposed to force Social Media to remove hate video

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison insists rules that exist in the physical world must also apply online, as he locks horns with social media giants following the Christchurch massacre.
The prime minister says he believes global tech titans must do more to keep Australians safe from violent terrorist content, after video of the mass murder remained online for more than an hour.
Arthur Stevens reports

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AUSTRALIA: One Nation party accused of dealing with America's NRA

India's main opposition party announces minimum income guarantee ahead of polls

With elections just two weeks away, India's main opposition party Congress has said it will implement a minimum income guarantee if voted to power.

India's ruling Bhartiya Janata Party had similarly announced a direct cash support of 87 USD for poor farmers ahead of the elections.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.

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Pentagon authorises one billion dollars for Trump's border wall

The Pentagon has told Congress that it has authorised the transfer of one-billion-dollars to begin the construction of the wall on the U.S.-Mexico border.

This is the first money allocated through the national emergency President Trump declared at the southern border in February, in order to obtain funding for his signature campaign pledge.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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Russia kills 30 Syrian militants in response to attack on 3 service personnel

Russia's Ministry of Defence has confirmed that it killed 30 militants in Syria as a response to the killing of three Russian service personnel in February. Dan Ashby has more.

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Saudi Sisters Skip Hong Kong on Humanitarian Visas

Two Saudi sisters who were put under the spotlight after they were stuck in Hong Kong while trying to flee from an abusive family to Australia have now left the city.

They were granted humanitarian visas from an unnamed third country and are said to have departed at the end of last week.

Patrick Fok reports, from Hong Kong.

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