Radiation rises after engine explosion in northern Russia

Two people were killed and a rise in radiation was reported after a rocket engine exploded at a testing site in northern Russia. Environmental groups have appealed to authorities for more details on the radiation levels. Julia Chapman reports.

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Venezuela Protesting US Sanctions

Venezuela's government is skipping planned talks with the opposition in Barbados in protest against U.S. sanctions.

Norway has been sponsoring negotiations between the two sides to try to find a solution to the country's political crisis.

Our Caracas Correspondent Mary Triny Mena reports.

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Climate change threatens world food supply: United Nations

The United Nations warns that climate change is increasingly impacting
the world's food supply.

According to the report compiled by over 100 experts, the window to
act is closing quickly.

William Denselow reports from UN headquarters in New York.

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UK Prime Minster wants to relax visa restrictions on top scientists

The UK looks set to ease visa restrictions for scientists after it leaves the European Union.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson wants to introduce the measure avoid a no-deal breast harming the UK's research reputation.

UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports.

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NRA pressures Trump not to back gun control laws

The National Rifle Association is warning President Trump not to push for stricter gun control in the wake of last weekends two deadly mass shootings.

The president told reporters on Wednesday there was "was great appetite for background checks", but has yet to detail what legislation he would support.

Our Washington Correspondent Harry Horton reports.

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U.S. immigration agents arrest almost 700 people in Mississippi raids

U.S. immigration agents have arrested almost 700 people after multiple raids in the state of Mississippi.

The raids targeted alleged undocumented workers at seven agricultural processing plants.

Our Washington correspondent Giles Gibson reports

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RISE IN WOMEN CARRYING KNIVES IN UK

There has been a steep rise in the number of women in England found carrying a knife by police. 

New figures show that the number of knife possession crimes involving women have increased by 73% over the last five years. 

Holly Hudson reports. 

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Nigerian Solders kill three police men, injure many others in unfortunate shoot out

Nigeria police have announced the killing of three of its officers and severe injuries on several other personnel after Nigerian soldiers opened fire on a police team in Taraba state, north eastern Nigeria.  

Correspondent Phil Ihaza reports from Abuja.

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India asks Pakistan to review downgrading of diplomatic ties over Kashmir conflict

A day after the Imran Khan government announced it was expelling India's envoy to Pakistan and suspending bilateral ties with its neighbour, India has urged Islamabad to reconsider its decision.

Ties between the two nations deteriorated after New Delhi revoked Jammu and Kashmir's autonomy- an area that both India and Pakistan claim in full but govern only in parts.

Neha Poonia has more.

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Clashes break out during attempted arrest of Kyrgyz ex-president

At least one person has died after security forces stormed the home of the former president of Kyrgyzstan. Footage on social media showed clashes between police and supporters of the former leader, who has been accused of corruption. Julia Chapman has more.

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Amid supply concerns, Japan approves chip making material to S. Korea

South Korea says Japan has approved the export of a key material in making semiconductors. Tokyo's move eases concerns about a global supply chain disruptions… but it's battle with Seoul over trade and history is far from over.

 

Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul.

 

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Trump visits mass shooting cities amid protests

US President Donald Trump has visited two cities that experienced mass
shootings at the weekend, that left 31 people dead.

He made the trips despite calls for him to stay away and Democrats
accusing the President of stoking racial tensions.

Nick Harper reports.

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Canadian police "confident" bodies found are teenage killers

Canadian police say they are "confident" two bodies found in Manitoba
are the two teenage fugitives suspected of carrying out three murders.

Authorities have been trying to find 19-year-old Kam McLeod and
18-year-old Bryer Schmegelsky since the middle of July.

Nick Harper reports.

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U.S. President Donald Trump says South Korea agreed to pay more for defence costs, Seoul says talks haven't even started

U.S. President Donald Trump says South Korea has agreed to pay "substantially more" to cover the cost of keeping American troops in the country.

However, South Korea's foreign ministry says official talks about shared military costs haven't even started.

Our Washington correspondent Giles Gibson has more

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President Trump to visit cities mourning mass shootings

US President Donald Trump will visit two cities in mourning following a weekend of mass shootings, despite calls for him to stay away.

Thirty-one people were killed and more than 50 hurt in Dayton, Ohio, and El Paso, Texas.

US correspondent Kate Fisher reports

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Pakistan downgrades ties with India over Kashmir conflict

Pakistan's government says it is downgrading bilateral ties with India and suspending bilateral trade.

The decision comes days after New Delhi revoked a special status for Jammu and Kashmir- a region that is governed in parts by India and Pakistan but claimed in full by both.

The revocation of the special status gives New Delhi more control over Jammu and Kashmir.

Our South Asia correspondent Neha Poonia reports.

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MPs SUGGEST QUEEN COULD INTERVENE IN BREXIT

Politicians in the UK have suggested the Queen may have to intervene in Brexit. 

Rebel Conservative MP Dominic Grieve insists the monarch would "have to sack" Boris Johnson if he refused to quit after losing a vote of confidence. 

London correspondent Holly Hudson reports. 

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AUSTRALIA: Former Australian Cricketer predicts Aussie Ashes whitewash

In Cricket news, It's a week late but One-time Australian fast bowler Glenn McGrath, buoyed by Australia's comeback victory in the Ashes opener at Edgbaston, has delivered his trademark 5-0 series win prediction.
Arthur Stevens reports

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AUSTRALIA: Public servant fails in free speech appeal

The sacking of a public servant in Australia who sent anonymous tweets criticising the federal government seven years ago is sending a chill across the bureaucracy.
The full bench of the High Court has unanimously found Michaela Banerji breached the public service code of conduct and couldn't claim compensation arising from her 2013 dismissal.
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BRITISH AIRWAYS SYSTEM PROBLEMS AT LONDON AIRPORTS CAUSING DELAYS AND CANCELLATIONS

Almost 100 British Airways flights have been cancelled at London's Heathrow at Gatwick Airports due to system failures.

The issues are affecting check-in and flight departures.

UK Correspondent Natalie Powell hast more

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