Russia detains more North Korean poachers

In what is the fourth such round-up of illegal fishermen in the Sea of Japan in recent weeks, Russia's Federal Security Service has confirmed that it has detained 64 North Korean poachers.

The detentions have sparked a rare confrontation between North Korea and Russia, which sees itself as an ally of Pyongyang.

Neha Poonia reports from Moscow.

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Two Dead Following Landmark Taiwan Bridge Collapse

At least two people are dead and two others still missing after a landmark arch bridge collapsed in Taiwan's Yilin County, smashing into fishing boats moared beneath.

Authorities are reported to have launched a probe into the cause of the disaster.

Patrick Fok reports

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MEGHAN LAUNCHES LEGAL ACTION Vs NEWSPAPER

The Duchess of Sussex has started legal action against a UK newspaper claiming it unlawfully published private correspondence.

Meghan's husband Harry, the Duke of Sussex, says she faces 'falling victim to the same powerful forces' as his late mother Princess Diana.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt reports.

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Court Upholds Net Neutrality Repeal

A US appeals court has ruled the Federal Communications Commission acted lawfully when it scrapped the governments net neutrality rules in 2017.
But the ruling opened the door for state and local governments to introduce their own net neutrality regulations.
Tech reporter Rachel Silverman has details.

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US citizen charged with spying for China

An American citizen has been charged with spying for China while
working as a tour guide.

The US Department of Justice says he was filmed collecting classified
information to pass on to China's Ministry of State Security.

Sarah Walton reports from New York

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Iranian death penalty for 'US spy'

Iran has sentenced a man to death for spying for the United States,
and jailed another three men on espionage charges.

It comes after Tehran arrested 17 people on allegations they spied for
the CIA earlier this year.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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Ukraine and Russia agree to begin disengagement in Donbass

At the trilateral contact group meeting held in Minsk on Tuesday, Ukraine and Russia have agreed to sign a pact that will pave the way for disengagement of troops in the disputed Donbass region.

Both sides have agreed to ratify the Steinmeier formula- proposed by former German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier- that proposes a ceasefire in the region and a withdrawal of troops followed by local elections.

Neha Poonia reports from Moscow.

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US and North Korea to resume talks

North Korea and the US have agreed to resume talks on denuclearisaton after months of stalled dialogue and short range missile tests Pyongyang.

Officials from both countries said talks would be held this weekend.

Our US Correspondent Harry Horton reports.

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Nigerian State Visit to South Africa

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will host Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari for a State Visit on Thursday (03 October).
After South Africa’s apology for recent xenophobic attacks on foreign-owned businesses, President Buhari has pledged that relationship between the two countries will be solidified.
Mark Roughton reports from Cape Town.

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Flood warnings in place in UK as heavy rain hits

Dozens of flood warnings are in place in the UK as heavy rains hits the country.

Two weeks' worth of rain is expected to fall in some parts of Britain in just 24 hours.

Ross Cullen has more from London.

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Padma River Close to Flooding in Bangladesh

A river in Bangladesh has swelled to dangerous levels after India opened floodgates to stop overflowing in Bihar state.

People living near the Padma River have been relocated until the water subsides.

Sreoshi Mukherjee reports.  


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Hungary quickly makes new European commission choice as hearings roll on

Hungary has quickly put forth another candidate for the next Euoprean Commission after its initial choice was blocked by parliamentarians. This year's confirmation process for many candidates may be the toughest yet. 

 

Bruce Harrison reports from Brussels.

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UK PM REVEALING DETAILED BREXIT PLANS TO EU LEADERS

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is expected to reveal detailed Brexit proposals to EU leaders over the next twenty-four hours.

The government says it will then send full legal texts to the EU, in order to try and reach a deal before the October 19th deadline.

Stuart Smith is in London.

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AUSTRALIA: Questions being asked about involvement in US-Russia probe

Australia's Prime Minister Scott Morrison agreed to help US President Donald Trump's investigation into a probe looking at Russian interference in the 2016 US presidential election.
Arthur Stevens reports

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While in Washington, Indian Foreign Minister defends purchase of S400 missiles

Subramanyam Jaishankar, India's foreign affairs minisister  has called the country's decision to buy the S400 missile from Russia "a sovereign right".

He also added that India should be allowed to buy what it wants from whomever it wants to meet its defence needs.

Kshitij Nagar has more from New Delhi.

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BORIS: BREXIT PROPOSALS COMING

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is expected to start revealing detailed Brexit proposals to EU leaders over the next 24 hours.

The UK government will then send legal texts to the European Union later this week in the hope of reaching a deal.

However, leaked proposals to create 'customs clearance zones' close to the Irish border have already been rejected by Dublin.

Boris Johnson insists the leaks do not represent Britain's upcoming proposals accurately.

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China Puts on Display of Military Muscle at Anniversary Parade

China marked the 70th anniversary of the People's Republic on Tuesday with a massive parade featuring tanks, missiles and high tech drones.

In his address ahead of the military procession President Xi Jinping said there is no force that can shake the foundation of this great nation.

Patrick Fok reports from Beijing.

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EU funding quid pro quo a “political slogan”

Hungary's Prime Minister has described an EU plan to tie funding with
rule of law compliance as a "political slogan."

The comments came as Viktor Orban held a late night press conference
with the Finnish Prime Minister on Monday.

William Denselow reports from Budapest.

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BORIS JOHNSON 'TO REVEAL DETAILED BREXIT PLANS'

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is expected to start revealing detailed Brexit proposals to EU leaders over the next 24 hours.

The UK government will then send legal texts to the European Union later this week in the hope of reaching a deal.

However, leaked proposals to create 'customs clearance zones' close to the Irish border have already been rejected by Dublin.

Boris Johnson insists the leaks do not represent Britain's upcoming proposals accurately.

But the Telegraph's Brexit correspondent Peter Foster says they're causing concern in Ireland.

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Russian high-jumper wins third world title

Russia's Maria Lasitskene [PRON: lass-it-SKEN-uh] has become the first woman to win three world high jump titles. Lasitskene is competing at the World Athletics Championships under a neutral flag. Julia Chapman reports from Moscow.

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