EU Chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier outlines draft mandate for UK trade talks

Just over 48 hours after Britain's historic departure from the European Union, EU Brexit Negotiator Michel Barnier has presented a draft mandate for the upcoming trade talks. 

Britain is now in a transition period, with just 11 months to negotiate a future trade agreement. 

It comes as Prime Minister Boris Johnson delivered a speech in London on his vision for post-Brexit relations. 

Lucy Hough (HOFF) has more from Brussels: 

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On the first business day since Britain officially left the European Union on Friday, the EU has revealed its opening position for the upcoming trade negotiations. 

There is an 11-month transition to determine the future relationship between the UK and the EU. 

The EU's chief negotiator Michel Barnier said the bloc wanted to achieve an ambitious partnership with the UK- but said Britain could not become an unfair competitor: 

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UK government to unveil "fundamental changes" following terrorist attack in London

The British government is promising "fundamental changes" in response to a Islamist-related terrorist incident in London on Sunday.

The attacker, Sudesh Amman was shot dead by police on a high street in the UK capital after stabbing several people, injuring three. He had been released from prison about a week ago after serving just half of a sentence for terror offences.

Benji Hyer reports. 

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France sending 600 more troops to fight armed groups in West Africa

France is going to boost its military presence in the Sahel region of West Africa by adding 600 troops.

It's already got a 4,500-strong operation in Mali and four other countries in the region.

Ross Cullen has more.

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UK TO TOUGHEN TERRORISM SENTENCING

The UK government says it will tighten the system for dealing with people convicted of terrorism offences.

It comes after a man was shot dead in South London on Sunday after attacking people with a knife, while wearing a fake suicide vest.

Sudesh Amman was released from prison a week ago after serving half his sentence for terror offences.

It comes just months after 2019's London Bridge attack which saw two people stabbed to death by a man who'd been released from jail on licence - also after serving half his sentence for a terrorism conviction.

Former UK national anti-terrorism co-ordinator Nick Aldworth thinks the government's response is too simplistic.

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But Home Secretary Priti Patel says too many people convicted of terrorism are being released early.

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AUSTRALIA: Mass koala deaths in Victorian plantation

In Australia, there's outrage after the death of at least 40 koalas at a blue gum plantation in Victoria's south-west with the government declaring the deaths a crime, and vowing to bring to account those responsible.
Arthur Stevens reports from Melbourne

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AUSTRALIA: Australians evacuated from Wuhan

The evacuation of almost 250 Australian citizens and permanent residents, including almost 90 children have been picked up from Wuhan in China, and transferred to Australia on a chartered flight.
Arthur Stevens has more

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Thai coronavirus patient responds to new drug mix

Thai doctors have successfully treated a patient with a serious case of coronavirus at a Bangkok hospital. The flu drug oseltamivir, used to treat Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (Mers) and HIV treatments lopinavir and ritonavir were used in combination producing rapid results in the patient.

Daniel Quinlan reports.

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Two German Wuhan Evacuees Have Coronavirus

Two of the German evacuees from the Chinese city of Wuhan have the coronavirus, bringing the country's total cases to at least ten.

A German Air Force plan brought one hundred twenty four people back from ChIna over the weekend and placed them in quarantine.

Ira Spitzer has more from Berlin.

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DR Congo Coronavirus Measures

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Health officials in the Democratic Republic of Congo says they've put in place measures to detect the new Coronavirus outbreak at airports and seaports across the country.

The DRC is grappling with other epidemics like Ebola and measles that have killed thousands of people since 2018

Chris Ocamringa reports from Kinshasa.

 

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Hong Kong hospital workers go on strike

Hong Kong now has 15 confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus, and hospital workers there say the government isn't doing enough to stop the spread. Hundreds have gone on strike. Grace Lee brings us more.

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Russia suspends trains to China over coronavirus

Russia's railway operator has halted all passenger journeys to China over fears about the spread of the coronavirus. Russia has reported two cases of the disease, both in Chinese citizens. Julia Chapman reports from Moscow.

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Prime Minister Netanyahu in Uganda for State Visit

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Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected in Uganda for a one day state visit.

Netanyahu will meet President Museveni at the statehouse in Entebbe where the two leaders will discuss trade and diplomatic relations.

This is Netanyahu's fifth visit to Africa in three and a half years.

Isabel Nakirya reports.

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India suspends e-visas for China, auto sector likely to be hit

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India has suspended electronic visas for Chinese travelers and foreigners living in China.
Indian officials are worried after three people tested positive for the coronavirus in south India.
Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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Coronavirus: US travel restrictions come into effect

Travel restrictions announced by the US to curb the spread of Coronavirus have commenced as of Sunday evening.

They come as cases of infection outside of mainland China continue to rise.

Our Washington Correspondent Jagruti Dave has more:

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MAN SHOT DEAD IN TERRORIST INCIDENT IN LONDON

A man's been shot dead in London in what police say is a 'terrorist-related incident.

Eyewitnesses say the suspect attacked several people with a knife and had what appeared to be canisters strapped to his chest.

Olly Barratt reports.

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AUSTRALIA: Sports Rorts Affair claims deputy National party leader

In Australia, the government minister responsible for what is being called the sports rorts affair, deputy National Party leader Bridget McKenzie has resigned from the front bench.
Arthur Stevens has more

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AUSTRALIA: Foreign Nationals from China banned from entering Australia

The Australian government has banned foreign nationals that have been on Mainland China from entering Australia as Qantas prepares to stop all services in and out of China.
Arthur Stevens has more

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Kobe Bryant helicopter wasn’t legal to fly in poor visibility

It's been revealed the helicopter that crashed killing basketball
legend Kobe Bryant, was not legally allowed to fly in poor weather
conditions.

Nine people died in the incident that happened in heavy fog last weekend.

Sarah Walton reports

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Health Officials Slam Gwyneth Paltrow’s New Netflix Show

The chief executive of Britain's National Health Service is slamming actress Gwyneth Paltrow's new Netflix series… saying it poses a "considerable health risk" to the public.   

Simon Stevens spoke out against the series Thursday… at an academic event at the University of Oxford.  

Jillian Wolf has more from New York. 

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Key witness testifies in Weinstein rape trial

A key witness in the trial of Harvey Weinstein has taken to the stand
accusing him of rape and sexual assault.

Over 80 women accuse the movie mogul of sexual misconduct but this
trial centers around accusations from two women.

Weinstein has pleaded not guilty to five felony charges and insists
all his sexual encounters have been consensual.

As William Denselow reports from New York, Weinstein could face life
in prison if convicted.

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