Indian spiritual leader creates his a country for Hindus

A self-proclaimed spiritual leader from India who is facing rape charges claims to have set up his own nation on an island off the coast of Ecuador.

The country has its own website that describes it as the greatest Hindu nation on earth.

Sreoshi Mukherjee has more on this story…  

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ONE WEEK TIL UK ELECTION

It's exactly a week until Britain votes in a crucial general election.

Brexit has dominated much of the campaign, with the Conservative Party promising to deliver the UK's exit from the EU within weeks.

Opposition Labour say they'll negotiate a better Brexit deal and put it to a second referendum.

The Liberal Democrats want to stop Brexit entirely.

The parties are also battling it out on issues including health services, poverty, crime, education and security.

Labour says it will nationalise a series of industries and spend billions of dollars on revitalising public services.

Conservative Chancellor Sajid Javid says he'll be able to offer tax cuts if his party is returned to office.

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A week after rape and murder of vet, a rape survivor set on fire in North India

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A rape survivor in the North Indian state of Uttar Pradesh has died after being set on fire on Thursday.

The attack comes a week after the gruesome rape and murder of a veterinarian in the South India.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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Russian Orthodox Church opposes domestic violence bill

The Russian Orthodox Church has announced its opposition to new legislation aimed at protecting victims of domestic violence. The Church argues that such laws, if introduced, would have a clear 'anti-family focus'. Julia Chapman reports from Moscow.

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AUSTRALIA: Right wing terrorist found guilty in Melbourne

In Melbourne, a man has been found guilty of preparing a terror attack
in the city centre and creating a handbook for wannabe attackers.
He was charged with acts in preparation for, or planning a terrorist
act, and trying to manufacture a document that was likely to facilitate
a terrorist act.
Arthur Stevens reports from Melbourne

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End of an Era for Google as Founders Step Down From Top Roles

The two founders of one of the most influential companies in the world, Google, are stepping down.  In a joint statement, Larry Page and Sergey Brin announced they would remain actively involved as board members, shareholders and co-founders... describing their new role as "proud parents" of the company.

Jillian Wolf reports. 

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US Boosting Diplomatic Relations with Sudan

The United States is making plans to exchange ambassadors with Sudan for the first time in 23 years. This diplomatic milestone follows the ouster of  longtime Sudanese leader Omar al-Bashir, removed from power by Sudan's military in April.

US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has details. 

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Trump Calls Trudeau Two-Faced at NATO Summit

US President Donald Trump called Justin Trudeau "two-faced" on Wednesday after a video emerged of the Canadian Prime Minister appearing to mock Mr Trump's press conference performances.

The footage was taken at a NATO event in London and involved other world leaders including British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, French President Emmanuel Macron, Dutch PM Mark Rutte and Princess Anne, daughter of Queen Elizabeth.

Our correspondent Jagruti Dave has more details…

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Constitutional experts testify on impeachment

Three constitutional experts have testified to the impeachment inquiry that President Trump should be removed from office.

Democrats have accused President Trump of soliciting foreign help from Ukraine in the 2020 US elections. The White House says the investigation has "utterly failed to produce any evidence of wrongdoing".

From Washington, Harry Horton reports.

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UN: 168m people need help in 2020

The United Nations estimates a record 168 million people - 1 in every
45 people globally - will need humanitarian assistance next year.

Launching its annual appeal it said climate change and protracted
conflicts had exacerbated numbers this year.

Nick Harper reports from the UN in New York.

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BOB WILLIS DIES AGED 70

Former England cricket captain Bob Willis has died aged 70.

He took 325 test wickets before retiring in 1984.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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Trump says U.S. China trade talks 'going very well'

"Discussions are going very well and we'll see what happens," Donald Trump's response to reporters on Wednesday when asked about ongoing trade talks with China

Trump's remarks were in contrast to comments he made on Tuesday when he suggested he might wait until after the 2020 US election to cut a deal

Kevin McAleese has this from Washington...

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Trump cancels news conference to fly home following fractious NATO talks in London

NATO leaders have concluded their talks at a summit near London on Wednesday, covering issues such as arm control, cyber attacks and the fight against terrorism. 

Tensions between members has threatens to overshadow the summit marking the military alliance's 70th anniversary.  

Benji Hyer sends this report from Watford:

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Boris Johnson calls for unity amid fractious NATO summit in London

The two-day NATO summit celebrating the alliance's 70th birthday has concluded in London, amid a fractious atmosphere between world leaders. 

Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron exchanged strong words on key issues yesterday- with the French President later caught on camera gossiping about his US counterpart with Justin Trudeau and Boris Johnson. 

Natalie Powell has the details:

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River Nile Raw meeting

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Ethiopia, Sudan and Egypt have agreed to continue discussions to seek a compromise on the filling and operation of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam that Ethiopia is constructing on River Nile .

A 5th meeting by technical experts from the three countries held in Egypt has discussed the different scenarios of filling the dam .

Egypt is  concerned that the operation on the River Nile, will reduce the water flow into its territory. Egypt that depends majorly on the River Nile is located downstream from Ethiopia.

Coletta Wanjohi reports : 

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Uganda Landslides Kill People

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Seven people are confirmed dead in Uganda and many are reported missing in two separate landslides that hit the country's Eastern Districts of Bududa and Sironko along the slopes of Mt Elgon.

Ugandan authorities say ongoing heavy rains pounding various parts of the country triggered the deadly land movements.

Michael Baleke reports from Kampala…

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DR Congo Protests Disrupt Business

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Commercial activities at the Uganda-DR Congo border of Mpondwe are on hold following protests over insecurity caused by the rebels of the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF).

Traders in the DR Congo town of Kasindi which borders with Uganda's Mpondwe have closed shop in solidarity with fellow Congolese who are demonstrating against the United Nations' failure to protect the area against rebel attacks.

Michael Baleke reports from Kampala…

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NATO leaders meet for formal talks amid tensions between the US and France

NATO leaders are meeting for formal talks near London, on the second day of its 70th anniversary celebrations. 

It comes after a colourful day which saw clashes between Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron over the role of the defence alliance. 

NATO Secretary General told a press conference the organization is adapting to modern challenges: 

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UK URGES UNITY AT NATO SUMMIT

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson says NATO members need to reinforce its 'one for all, and all for one' principle.

Leaders are meeting just outside London to mark the military alliance's 70th anniversary.

But there are divisions over its strategy, military spending, and Turkish military operations in northern Syria.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt says that's why expectations for the summit have been low.

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NATO leaders gather for talks near London amid rising tensions

NATO leaders are meeting near London for talks on the second day of the alliance's 70th anniversary summit. 

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said discussions would focus on the rise of China, and burden-sharing within the alliance.

Tuesday saw tense exchanges between the US and French leaders, with public disagreements on a number of key issues. 

At a press conference in Watford this morning, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson called for unity: 

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