Friday, September 13, 2019

At least 13 people killed as boats capsize in India

At least 13 people have been killed when two boats capsized in the state of Madhya Pradesh in central India.

The accident took place during a Hindu festival.

Our India correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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EU extends sanctions on Russia over Ukraine

The European Union has extended its restrictive measures on Russia for a further six months, until March 2020.

The sanctions consist of asset freezes and travel restrictions, as Ross Cullen reports from Moscow.

Act Now Or Risk More Violence, Warns HK Pollster


A prominent pollster in Hong Kong has warned that young people feel peaceful protests are useless and have become more accepting of violence in their campaign against the government.

He added now is a good window of opportunity for the government to start its proposed platform of dialogue with members of the movement.

Patrick Fok reports.

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Thursday, September 12, 2019

Dive Boat: Report Finds No Night Watchman

A preliminary report by the US National Transportation Safety Board shows the Conception dive boat did not have a crew member on roving overnight watch on Monday. 

The boat caught fire in the early hours of the morning and sank, killing 34 people on board. 

Rachel Silverman has this report from San Francisco. 


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Putin and Netanyahu meet after Russia criticism of Israel annexation plan

Vladimir Putin has hosted Benjamin Netanyahu for their third meeting this year, ahead of the general election in Israel next week.

The meeting came after Russia had criticised the Israeli prime minister's plan to annex the Jordan Valley.

Ross Cullen has more from Moscow.

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Dem candidates line-up in Texas for latest TV debate


Ten Presidential democrat hopefuls will take to the stage Wednesday night for the latest TV debate

The candidates, including current front-runner and former Vice-President Joe Biden, had to meet certain requirements to qualify for tonight's Texas showdown

Our US correspondent Kevin McAleese reports....

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Supreme Court agrees to Trump asylum restrictions

The US Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the Trump administration in
limiting migrants' ability to claim asylum in the United States.

It means migrants would not be allowed to enter if they had passed
through other countries on their way to the US and failed to claim
asylum there.

Nick Harper reports.

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Interpol identifies victims of Ethiopia plane crash

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Interpol says it has successfully identified all all those who were aboard the Ethiopia airlines flight that crashed in March this year .


157 people including crew members died in the accident that just minutes after take off, about 100km from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport.


Cooetta Wanjohi report from Addis Ababa.

 

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BORIS: I DIDN'T LIE TO THE QUEEN

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he did not lie to the Queen about suspending Parliament.

Opposition MPs continue to call for Parliament to be recalled after a Scottish court ruled the government's suspension was unlawful.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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European Parliament President says UK offering no Brexit alternatives

The President of the European Parliament says the UK has offered no
initiatives that could restart Brexit negotiations.

The UK is set to leave the EU on October 31st but David Sassoli said
an extension could be granted if the right conditions are met.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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Brexit meetings ramp up in Brussels

The EU's chief Brexit negotiator is meeting leading members of the
European Parliament later on Thursday.

This comes in a week when the UK's top Brexit envoy David Frost is
holding talks with EU counterparts in a bid to reach a withdrawal
agreement.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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UK LAWMAKERS DEMAND PARLIAMENT'S RETURN

Opposition MPs in the UK are urging Parliamen's recall to discuss Brexit preparations.

It comes after the government published documents on worst case scenarios if there is a 'No Deal' Brexit on October 31st.

They warn of possible food shortages, unrest, and delays at ports.

The government insists No Deal planning has been ramped up since the documents were compiled.

But Parliament is currently suspended until October 14th - a move which is the subject of several legal challenges.

Labour Shadow Transport Secretary Andy McDonald says Brexit should be being scrutinised in the House of Commons.

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Xenophobic attacks: 1st batch of Nigerians return from South Africa




The first batch of Nigerians fleeing xenophobic attacks in South Africa has arrived Lagos, south west Nigeria. 

At least 640 people requested to be flown back home away from weeks of violence on foreigners living in South Africa.

Correspondent Phil Ihaza reports from Abuja.


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Syrian rebels warn of Russian-backed offensive

Rebels in Idlib say Russian-backed forces are preparing to resume an offensive in northwest Syria. The warning comes ahead of a summit on Syria between Russia, Turkey and Iran. Julia Chapman reports from Moscow.

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Incoming EU Commissioner Criticised for new portfolios


The EU Commission's next President has come under fire for creating a new portfolio, for protecting our European Way of Life, which would oversee migration and security.


It has been criticised by many who believe it plays into right-wing rhetoric and goes against the European Union's policy of the free movement of people.


Correspondent Natalie Powell has more…


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India-China hold talks to de-escalate border stand-off

Indian and Chinese troops were involved in a stand-off earlier this week over patrolling along a shared border. Defence ministry officials in New Delhi say delegation level talks were held to de-escalate the situation.

The two nations share a 3000 kilometre long border. Disagreements remain unresolved in several areas and the neighbours even fought a war over a border dispute in 1962. 

Neha Poonia has more from New Delhi.

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Trump Delays October 1st Celebration Spoiler Tariffs

Trade talks between Washington and Beijing took a positive turn after both sides made concession to deescalate tensions.

President Donald Trump on Wednesday delayed a planned tariff hike on $250 billion worth of Chinese goods due to kick in on October 1st.

The move came after China exempt some US goods from its tariffs.

Patrick Fok reports.

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Wednesday, September 11, 2019

UK PUBLISHES NO DEAL DOCS

The UK government's released documents on 'worst case planning' for a No Deal Brexit.

Lawmakers passed legislation to force the government to publish the reports which suggest possible food and medicine shortages, long delays at ports, and potential unrest.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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NO DEAL 'WORST CASE' PLANNING REVEALED

The UK government's released documents on 'worst case planning' for a No Deal Brexit.

Lawmakers passed legislation to force the government to publish the reports which suggest possible food and medicine shortages, long delays at ports, and potential unrest.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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Trump Considers Banning Flavored E-Cigarettes

The Trump administration is considering a ban on all non-tobacco flavored e-cigarettes. 

This comes as health officials voice growing concerns about health hazards from vaping, and the rising use of e-cigarettes amongst teenagers. 

Rachel Silverman reports from San Francisco.


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