Russia-Ukraine discuss another prisoner swap

Russia and Ukraine are discussing another prisoner swap, weeks after both sides released 35 detainees each.

However, a stalemate over disengagement in the Donbass region continues with Russia accusing Ukraine of setting preconditions for signing a peace deal.

Neha Poonia reports from Moscow.

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China to Put Pork Reserves Under Hammer Ahead of Oct. 1 Party

China is set to auction of 10,000 tons of pork from its state reserves ahead of National Day celebrations on October 1st.

For months Beijing has been battling an outbreak of African swine fever that's sent prices of pork up nearly 50%.

Patrick Fok reports.

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UN General Assembly to focus on tackling climate change

The UN says tackling climate change will be a key focus for next
week's meeting of world leaders at the General Assembly in New York.

Speaking to the press, UN Secretary General António Guterres said it
was an opportunity to come up with concrete solutions.

He also said young people have an increasingly important role to play.

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UN Secretary General António Guterres told reporters he had seen first
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The Secretary General also announced an initiative to put the creation
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World leaders to focus on climate change at UN General Assembly

The head of the United Nations says tackling climate change with be
the focus of this years meeting of world leaders at the General
Assembly.

At a press conference in New York to mark the opening of the event,
the Secretary General also said young people will play a bigger role
alongside world leaders

Sarah Walton reports from the UN.


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Trump Kills California's Right to Set Emissions Standards

US President Donald Trump says he's revoking California's authority to set its own vehicle emission standards. 

California is threatening a lawsuit if the administration goes through with the plan. 

Rachel Silverman has this report from San Francisco.

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US Federal Reserve cuts interest rates

The US Federal Reserve has cut interest rates by a quarter point for
the second time in two months.

Trade wars and global economic uncertainty have prompted the Fed to act.

Nick Harper reports.

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SADC COUNTRIES TO OWN SATELLITE SYSTEM

SADC member states are in discussions to own a satellite system to enable member states and entire region to fully control its information network.Tanzania's Communications Minister Engineer Isack Kamwelwe revealed this at the SADC Ministerial Meeting on ICT, Information, Transport and Meteorology, which started in Dar es Salaam this week.

Daniel Kijo reports from Dar es salaam.

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Trump orders new sanctions on Iran

US President Donald Trump says he's ordered new sanctions on Iran as tensions between the two countries continue to escalate following air strikes on Saudi oil facilities.

Mr Trump made the announcement as Secretary of State Mike Pompeo headed to Saudi Arabia to discuss how to respond to the attack, which he blamed on Iran. Mr Trump has not done so publicly. Tehran denies any involvement.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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Vladimir Putin and Mohammed Bin Salman talk days after Russia's S400 sale offer

Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammed bin Salman on Wednesday, two days after saying that Russia is willing to help defend Riyadh's oil facilities by selling it S-400 missile systems.

Neha Poonia reports from Moscow.

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More than 160 North Koreans detained by Russia after boat attack

Russian border guards have detained more than 160 crew members from two North Korean vessels detained in the Sea of Japan.

The boats were suspected of being involved in illegal fishing off the coast and the crew could face life in prison.

Ross Cullen has more from Moscow.

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South Africa to still be chair of African Union in 2020

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The African Union Commission says South Africa's position as Chair of the AU in 2020 , will not be revoked .

There has been speculation that following the violence in the country by South Africans against other African nationals , the AU may change its position.

Coletta Wanjohi reports from Addis Ababa: 

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U.S. considering plans to confront Uighur issue at UNGA

The United States is considering how to confront China over its human
rights record during next week's United Nations General Assembly.

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says seek to call Beijing out over the
country's treatment of ethnic Uighurs and other Muslims.

William Denselow reports from UN headquarters in New York.

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UK SUPREME COURT HEARS PROROGATION CASE

The suspension of Parliament should not be a matter for the UK's Supreme Court.

That's what the government's lawyer has told the court on the second day of its hearings on the issue.

The Court is hearing two appeals on the matter - with campaigners insisting the government prorogued Parliament until 14th October to avoid Brexit scrutiny.

A decision could be handed down within days.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt reports.

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Drone attacks in Saudi Arabia have adverse effects on India's fuel prices

Oil prices continue to spike globally after the attack on a Saudi Arabian refinery on Saturday. 

India, the world's third largest consumer of oil, is greatly concerned.

Sreoshi Mukherjee reports from New Delhi

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European Parliament passes Brexit resolution

The European Parliament passed a resolution on Brexit, reaffirming its supports for the EU's key points in negotiations with the United Kingdom.

Lawmakers also agreed to an extension beyond the October 31st deadline for UK to leave the bloc, if the British government requests it.

Ira Spitzer reports from Brussels.

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India announces ban on e-cigarettes

India has banned e-cigarettes with immediate effect.

The government said it was taking the step because of health risks associated with vaping.

Our India correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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Vladimir Putin speaks to Saudi Arabia's crown prince

Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammed bin Salman on Wednesday, two days after saying that Russia is willing to help defend Riyadh's oil facilities by selling it S-400 missile systems.

Neha Poonia reports from Moscow.

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Vladimir Putin speaks to Saudi Arabia's crown prince

Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammed bin Salman on Wednesday, two days after saying that Russia is willing to help defend Riyadh's oil facilities by selling it S-400 missile systems.

Neha Poonia reports from Moscow.

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AUSTRALIA: Chinese political donor's wife flees Australia after tax bill issued

The wife of banned Chinese political donor Huang Xiangmo fled Australia the day the Australian Taxation Office issued the couple a $140 million tax bill according to court documents.
Arthur Stevens reports from Melbourne

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European MEPs vote on Brexit resolution

The European Parliament is set to vote on a resolution outlining their position on the UK's exit from the European Union, which is currently due to happen at the end of October.

EU officials again called for the UK to present an alternative plan to resolve the so-called Irish backstop issue.

Ira Spitzer has more from Brussels.

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