Wednesday, July 24, 2019

Robert Mueller testifies before congress over Russia probe report

Former Special Counsel Robert Mueller is answering questions from US lawmakers in Congress, Wednesday

The former head of the Russia investigation is testifying before two separate House committees

Kevin McAleese has been following events on Capitol Hill...

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Ethiopia declares State of emergency in its Southern region


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Ethiopia has declared a state of emergency in its Southern region after at least twenty people died in clashes between citizens and security forces.


The Sidama community is pushing for secession from the region, saying it wants to be independent with its own jurisdiction.


Coletta Wanjohi reports from Addis Ababa:


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BORIS JOHNSON IS UK PM

Boris Johnson has become the UK's new Prime Minister.

He's taken over from Theresa May after she failed to deliver Brexit.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt reports.

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U.S. Justice Dept. launches tech giant probe

The United States Justice Department is launching an investigation
into whether major tech firms have unjustly limited competition.

No specific companies have been named but it's likely that Facebook,
Google and Amazon's behaviour will be scrutinized.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.

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Theresa May Hosts Final PMQs before Boris Johnson Becomes UK Prime Minister


Theresa May is officially handing over the role of British Prime Minister to her successor Boris Johnson.


In her final exchange with opposition leader Jeremy Corbyn, during Prime Ministers Questions, Mrs May told the Labour Leader that it was time for him to step down too.


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Theresa May has been praised by MPs for her contribution to public service and  returns to the back benches for the firs time in 21 years. She received a standing ovation as she concluded her last duty as Prime Minister


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European politicians warn of increased no-deal Brexit risk

The European Parliament's Brexit Steering Group says the risk of a no-deal Brexit has increased because of the UK leadership contest.

The politicians believe there is still time to find an agreement before the October 31st deadline but the UK must ensure EU citizens rights, that the Irish border remains unchanged and that the divorce payment is paid. 

The group says if all three of those things happen then they can re-work the second part of the deal. 

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No girls born in over 100 Indian villages in three months

Indian officials have launched a probe to determine whether sex-selective abortions were conducted in 132 villages where not a single girl child was born in the last three months.

India's sex ration has been on the decline in recent years, dropping to 896 females to 1000 males in 2015-2017 from 943 in 2011.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.

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EU waits to find out Boris Johnson's Brexit plans

The European Union is waiting to find out what plans Boris Johnson has for Brexit. 

Mr Johnson will become the UK's next Prime Minister on Wednesday. 

He's expected to hand out top jobs in his administration, some of which could have consequences for negotiations with the EU.

Oliver Whitfield-Miocic has more from Brussels.

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Russian opposition figure arrested

Russian opposition figure Alexei Navalny has been arrested for organising protests in Moscow. A series of gatherings have been held in the Russian capital after opposition candidates were blocked from participating in elections. Julia Chapman has more from Moscow.

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France to extend IVF access to all women

The French government has proposed allowing single women and lesbian couples access to IVF, and giving the children of sperm donors access to information about their biological fathers, neither of which is currently possible in France.

The measures are in a new bioethics bill unveiled on Wednesday, which will go before parliament in September.

Elena Casas reports from Paris. 



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BORIS JOHNSON TO CHOOSE HIS CABINET

Boris Johnson will head to Downing Street later after taking over from Theresa May as Prime Minister. 

The new leader will officially take office after meeting with the Queen. 

He is then expected to announce who will take key positions in his cabinet. 

Holly Hudson reports. 

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Deutsche Bank posts $3.5 billion loss for quarter

Troubled German lender Deutsche Bank reported a loss of three and a half billion US dollars in the second quarter, a worse result than expected.


Despite the loss, the bank insists that its massive restructuring plan is on track.


Ira Spitzer has more from Berlin.


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Nigeria's President releases list of cabinet members


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Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari has submitted his list of cabinet nominees to the upper chambers of the National Assembly for ratification, just days before the lawmakers leave for a two-month recess.

From the nation's capital Abuja, Correspondent Phil Ihaza reports


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BORIS JOHNSON BECOMES UK PM

Boris Johnson will become the UK's new Prime Minister later (on Wednesday).

Mrs May will visit the Queen to resign, and Mr Johnson will then be asked to form a government.

He says he can deliver Brexit by October 31st and unite the country.

The new Prime Minister will start naming cabinet members after winning the Conservative Party's contest to replace Theresa May as leader.

Political reporter Theo Usherwood says the role of Chancellor will be a key appointment.

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Conservative MP Alistair Burt - who didn't back Boris Johnson during the leadership race - says he'll give him the benefit of the doubt.

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UK correspondent Olly Barratt says Boris Johnson's cabinet appointments will be key.

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UK correspondent Olly Barratt says Boris Johnson has a tough task ahead.

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UK correspondent Olly Barratt says Boris Johnson will address the nation once he arrives at Downing Street as Prime Minister.

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RUSSIA WEIGHS RESPONSE AFTER NORTH KOREA DETAINS BOAT

Russia's foreign ministry says diplomats are working to secure the release of the boat, which was detained by North Korea on July 17th.

Ross Cullen has more from Moscow.

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Horn of Africa Integration

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Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni and former South African President, Thabo Mbeki, have held talks in Kampala on the progress of the Horn of Africa member countries.
The issues discussed include security, economic and political challenges of the region.
Mr. Mbeki is the Head of the African Union High-Level Implementation Panel on the Horn of Africa.
Michael Baleke reports from Kampala ...




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Correspondent / Uganda Bureau Chief



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AUSTRALIA: Media union calls for charges against French news crew to be dropped

Foreign correspondents have weighed in on the arrest of a French news crew arrested while covering a north Queensland protest in Australia.
The Foreign Correspondents' Association Australia and South Pacific says the arrest of television correspondent Hugo Clément and his crew while filming an anti-Adani protest near Abbot Point on Monday is of great concern to every working journalist in Australia.
Arthur Stevens has more

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FBI Director says China Now Presents Biggest Espionage Threat

The FBI Director Christopher Wray is suggesting China has become America's biggest espionage threat.

Wray also said the majority of domestic terrorism arrests were related to white supremacy.

From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports...

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Tuesday, July 23, 2019

BORIS JOHNSON TO TAKE OVER AT DOWNING ST

Boris Johnson will become the UK's new Prime Minister later (on Wednesday).

He'll start forming a government after winning the Conservative Party's contest to replace Theresa May as leader.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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China accuses U.S. of playing role in Hong Kong protests

China has accused U.S. officials of orchestrating the recent violent
protests in Hong Kong.

Demonstrators have been taking to the streets in recent weeks to voice
their opposition to a proposed extradition bill.

Hong Kong's leader Carrie Lam has dropped the controversial bill but
protests have continued.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.

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