Mexican president Andrés Manuel López Obrador says his country will
not be provoked by the US government's decision to impose tariffs on
all Mexican goods.
American President Donald Trump made the surprise trade announcement,
saying it was in response to illegal immigrants entering the US.
Nick Harper reports.
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Friday, May 31, 2019
US markets in the red from Trump's Mexico tariff threat
US stock markets opened Friday in the red, rocked by US president Donald Trump's threat to impose a 5-percent tariff on all Mexican imports.
Wall Street's losses followed a tumble in global equity markets, with shares of carmakers taking much of the hit.
Here's our New York correspondent Liling Tan with the details.
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Report: North Korea executes nuclear envoy to US
North Korea has executed its nuclear envoy to the US, according to a South Korean newspaper.
The report says Kim Hyok Chol and several other officials involved in the Hanoi summit between US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un were put to death.
Our correspondent Giles Gibson has more:
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Measles cases reach record high
The number of measles cases in the United States has reached a record high - with this year's total the highest since 1994.
The disease was declared effectively eliminated in the US in 2000 but health officials fear the country could now lose that status.
Our US Correspondent Harry Horton reports.
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The disease was declared effectively eliminated in the US in 2000 but health officials fear the country could now lose that status.
Our US Correspondent Harry Horton reports.
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UN EXPERT SAYS WIKILEAKS FOUNDER JULIAN ASSANGE HAS SUFFERED PSYCHOLOGICAL TORTURE
A UN expert on torture says Wikileaks founder Julian Assange, has suffered prolonged exposure to psychological torture, including violent threats against him.
It comes as Assange is facing extradition to the US over leaking confidential documents after his asylum at the UK's Ecuador Embassy was revoked.
UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports
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The Confederation of British Industry warns against no-deal Brexit
A British Business lobby group has warned a future leader of the Conservative party, and therefore Prime Minster of the dangers of a no-deal Brexit.
The Confederation of British Indsutry says the option of a no-deal should be taken off the table by whoever comes in to replace Prime Minister Theresa May.
UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports.
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ISIS Schoolgirl Lawyer Blames UK Authoriites
Representatives for The British Schoolgirl who fled to Syria in 2015 have written tot he UK Home Secretary, saying that she had been groomed by the Islamic State and that authorities had failed to protect her.
Shamima Begum wants her British citizenship reinstated. After it was taken away after she was discovered living in a Syrian Refugee camp.
Holly Hudson has more.
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French police officers to be tried over Yellow Vest protests
The public prosecutor in Paris says a number of police officers will face trial over complaints of violence during the yellow vest protests.
Several videos on social media show riot police using heavy handed tactics which have left protesters injured.
Alleged police violence has been a core complaint of the yellow vest movement.
Our Paris Correspondent Oliver Whitfield-Miocic reports.
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Pompeo, Merkel expected to discuss defense spending during Berlin visit
United States secretary of state Mike Pompeo started his five day European trip with a visit to Berlin where he meets German chancellor Angela Merkel as well as foreign minister Heiko Maas.
They're expected to discuss issues of contention including military spending and Germany's dealings with the Chinese telecom firm Huawei.
Ira Spitzer has more from Berlin.
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Trump Threatens Tariffs on all Mexican Goods Unless Migrant Flows are Halted
Donald Trump is threatening a series of escalating tariffs on all Mexican goods unless the flow of migrants is stopped.
If enacted, Mexico, one of America's largest trading partners, says it would be "disastrous", prompting retaliation.
From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports.
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If enacted, Mexico, one of America's largest trading partners, says it would be "disastrous", prompting retaliation.
From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports.
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Thursday, May 30, 2019
Disney may ditch Georgia if abortion law takes effect
Disney's Chief Executive says the media company may stop making films
in the U.S. state of Georgia if an abortion law comes into effect.
This month the state's governor signed a law banning abortions if a
fetal heartbeat can be detected.
This is usually around six weeks into a pregnancy but the law is
expected to face major legal challenges.
U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.
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in the U.S. state of Georgia if an abortion law comes into effect.
This month the state's governor signed a law banning abortions if a
fetal heartbeat can be detected.
This is usually around six weeks into a pregnancy but the law is
expected to face major legal challenges.
U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.
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Senior Democrats join calls for impeachment
Several senior Democrats have adding their support to begin impeachment proceedings against President Trump, but party leaders are so far holding off.
It comes after a rare public statement from Special Counsel Robert Mueller, where the former FBI director emphasised his investigation's determination not to clear the President of commiting a crime.
From Wahington, Harry Horton reports.
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It comes after a rare public statement from Special Counsel Robert Mueller, where the former FBI director emphasised his investigation's determination not to clear the President of commiting a crime.
From Wahington, Harry Horton reports.
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Eritrea welcomes US symbol of confidence
Eritrea has welcomed its removal from the list of countries deemed as uncooperative in fight against terrorism by the United States.
In May 2017, the US accused the Eritrean government of funding the Al-Shabaab militant group, based in Somalia.
Coletta Wanjohi reports
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AUSTRALIA: Australia intercepts asylum seeker boat from Sri Lanka
Australia's Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton is using the arrival of an asylum seeker boat to pressure the Labor opposition into stiffening its stance on border security.
Twenty asylum seekers from Sri Lanka tried to reach Christmas Island last week but were intercepted and flown back to Colombo.
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Twenty asylum seekers from Sri Lanka tried to reach Christmas Island last week but were intercepted and flown back to Colombo.
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PNG: New Prime Minister pledges to force resource companies to support their communities
Paoua New Guinea has elected their new Prime Minister following the resignation of Peter O'Neill earlier this week.
Former Foreign Minister James Marape takes power following his resignation from cabinet in April.
Arthur Stevens reports from Melbourne
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Former Foreign Minister James Marape takes power following his resignation from cabinet in April.
Arthur Stevens reports from Melbourne
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take oath
After winning a massive majority in India's elections last week, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to take oath in New Delhi.
An alliance led by Mr Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party swept the general election, winning 354 seats in the 545-member lower house or Lok Sabha.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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An alliance led by Mr Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party swept the general election, winning 354 seats in the 545-member lower house or Lok Sabha.
Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.
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Buhari Inauguration
Intro
Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari has been sworn in to lead Africa's most populous nation for another tenure of four years.
Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari has been sworn in to lead Africa's most populous nation for another tenure of four years.
He's tasked with improving the lives of over 200 million citizens as he steps into what will be his last attempt in office according to Nigeria's constitutional law.
Correspondent Phil Ihaza now reports.
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BREXIT DEAL 'ONLY OPTION'
The EU's chief Brexit negotiator says the Withdrawal Agreement between Brussels and London is the 'only option' to ensure an orderly exit from the bloc.
Michel Barnier says the deal Prime Minister Theresa May reached with the EU can't be renegotiated.
His comments come as candidates vie to take over from Mrs May as leader of the Conservative Party and therefore UK Prime Minister.
Several of those running say they can negotiate a better Brexit deal.
Chancellor Philip Hammond says he might not be able to serve a Prime Minister advocating a 'no deal' Brexit.
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Michel Barnier says the deal Prime Minister Theresa May reached with the EU can't be renegotiated.
His comments come as candidates vie to take over from Mrs May as leader of the Conservative Party and therefore UK Prime Minister.
Several of those running say they can negotiate a better Brexit deal.
Chancellor Philip Hammond says he might not be able to serve a Prime Minister advocating a 'no deal' Brexit.
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CRICKET WORLD CUP BEGINS
The Cricket World Cup is getting underway in England.
The host nation are favourites to win the tournament.
Olly Barratt reports from The Oval in London, where the first game is taking place.
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The host nation are favourites to win the tournament.
Olly Barratt reports from The Oval in London, where the first game is taking place.
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White House Wanted USS John McCain to Disappear During Trump Visit
The White House wanted to move a US Navy ship the USS John McCain out of sight during President Trump's visit to a US naval dock in Japan, according to the Wall Street Journal.
The ship is partially named after the late Republican Senator, who frequently clashed with Trump before his death last August.
From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports.
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