Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Rwanda Agrees to Take in Refugees from Libya

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Rwanda has agreed to take in hundreds of refugees held in detention centers in Libya.

This follows an agreement with UNHCR and the African Union, allowing refugees to be transferred to safety in Rwanda on voluntary basis.

Isabel Nakirya reports.

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UK PM SEARCHES FOR BACKSTOP SOLUTION

Northern Ireland's DUP says Boris Johnson is not considering a Northern Ireland-only backstop to get a Brexit deal.

It's reported Mr Johnson is moving towards such a solution, or an all-Ireland zone for livestock and agricultural goods.

The Prime Minister is trying to find ways to replace the controversial backstop in the current Withdrawal Agreement, while also keeping the border open between Ireland and Northern Ireland.

The UK's promising to step up negotiations with the EU while its Parliament is suspended until mid-October.

Political reporter Theo Usherwood says discussions with Brussels continue ahead of a looming general election.

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Comments at UNHRC highlight heightened tensions between Pakistan and India

Heightened tensions between Pakistan and India are persisting over Kashmir, as India hit back after Pakistan told the United Nations human rights council that people faced the threat of genocide.

Heavy restrictions remain in place in Kashmir after the Indian government revoked Indian-administered Kashmir's special status last month.

Our correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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Hong Kong Fans Boo National Anthem in WC Qualifier

Hong Kong football fans booed and heckled the national anthem during a world cup qualifying match between the territory and Iran.

The antics could earn Hong Kong's Football Association a fine following punishment over similar incidents in the past.

Patrick Fok reports from Hong Kong.

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Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Trump Crackdown on California Homeless

President Trump is reportedly calling for a crackdown on California's homeless problem.

He's ordered White House staff to come up with a solution, calling the problem a "disgrace" to the country.

Rachel Silverman reports from San Francisco.



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Apple Launches New Phones and Premium Subscription Services

Apple has announced the latest versions of its iPhone at its annual fall product  reveal at company headquarters in California. 

This as the company admits it violated Chinese labor law, at the world's largest iPhone factory. 

Technology Correspondent Rachel Silverman has details. 


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UK 'TERRORIST' WHO PRAISED CHRISTCHURCH ATTACKER JAILED

A white supremacist who praised the alleged Christchurch attacker has been jailed for more than 18 years after stabbing a teenager.

A judge described the incident in southern England on 16th March - a day after the Christchurch attacks - as a 'terrorist act'.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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Bolton claims Trump is "flatly wrong" over his firing

Former US National Security Adviser John Bolton says it is "flatly wrong" for President Trump to claim that he was fired last night.

He's told reporters that he chose to resign this morning after a series of foreign policy disagreements with President Trump.

Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.

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BREAKING: Trump fires Bolton as National Security Adviser

President Donald Trump has fired his National Security Advisor John Bolton after the two men reportedly disagreed over the President's proposal to invite leaders of the Taliban to meetings at Camp David.


The President announced the move on Twitter and appears to have taken even Mr. Bolton by surprise.


Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.


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US extracted top-level Moscow spy in 2017

The US extracted a top-level spy from Moscow in 2017 who had access to
Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The official had reportedly sent documents to the US for more than a decade.

Nick Harper reports.

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TANZANIA RECEIVES 9 BLACK RHINOS FROM SOUTH AFRICA

Tanzania has received nine black rhinos from South Africa's Thobatholo game reserve. The black rhinos arrived at the Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA) aboard Magma Airline on Tuesday morning.

Daniel Kijo has more from Dar es salaam.

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Chief of EU Executive names top personnel

The incoming President of the European Commission has unveiled her top
picks to fill key roles in her team.

German Ursula von Der Leyen is set to become the first woman to lead
the European Commission and has chosen a gender balanced group of 13
women and 14 men.

The group will take take office on November 1st but first need to seek
approval from the European Parliament.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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United States to Continue Providing Assistance to Contain Ebola Outbreak in Uganda

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The United States Mission in Uganda says it's committed to continue providing support to help the country respond to the Ebola outbreak.

Uganda has so far confirmed four cases of ebola, all the victims crossed into the country from neighboring DR Congo where the epidemic has lasted over a year.

Isabel Nakirya reports.

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UK GOVT CONTINUES BREXIT PLANNING WHILE PARLIAMENT SUSPENDED

The British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, is intensifying Brexit negotiations after opposition lawmakers voted against a general election.

This comes on the first day of Parliament's suspension until mid-October.

Stuart Smith has more from London:

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Hong Kong activist meets German foreign minister

Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong has met with German foreign minister Heiko Maas at an event in Berlin, sparking criticism from the Chinese government.


Wong compared the situation in Hong Kong to the division in the German city during the Cold War.


Ira Spitzer has more from the German capital.


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CLOSELY-WATCHED HOUSE RACE IN N. CAROLINA

Part of the US state of North Carolina is voting on Tuesday in a closely watched special election.

The race for a House seat in the 9th Congressional District comes after the results of the 2018 election there couldn't be certified due to voting irregularities.

Candidate Dan Bishop hopes to retain the Republican stronghold for his party, against Democrat Dan McCready.

The result will be analysed closely ahead of the 2020 US Presidential election.

Campaigning in North Carolina, President Donald Trump said voters should choose Dan Bishop - partly for his stance on immigration.

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Russian navy set to launch drone-carrying special submarine

The Russian navy is preparing to receive a newly-built special-purpose submarine, one of a number of new subs entering service.

The Belgorod will be able to carry nuclear-capable underwater drones.

Ross Cullen has more from Moscow.

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Xenophobic Attacks: Over 600 Nigerians set to be repatriated from South Africa



Nigeria's government says it is set to repatriate at least 600 of its citizens living in South Africa back home.

This is as a result of a continuous wave of xenophobic attacks on foreign nationals living in the southern Africa nation.

Correspondent Phil Ihaza, reports from Abuja.  
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UK PARLIAMENT INTO SUSPENSION

The UK's Parliament has entered a five week shut-down.

It's been suspended until 14th October, in what opposition lawmakers say is a move that's damaging to democracy.

The government insists it's the right time to end a Parliamentary session so it can set out a new legislative agenda next month.

Boris Johnson's administration also insists it will continue to work hard to reach a deal with the European Union ahead of the scheduled Brexit date of October 31st.

Labour MP Lilian Greenwood says the suspension of Parliament is outrageous.

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UK MPs REJECT ELECTION

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's plan for an early election has again been rejected by British lawmakers.

He failed to win the support of two-thirds of MPs he needed to get the election he wanted on October 15th.

Mr Johnson continues to insist he will take Britain out of the European Union by October 31st, despite new legislation aimed at avoiding a 'no deal' Brexit.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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