Friday, June 26, 2020

Vice President Sees "Progress" Against Coronavirus Despite Record New Cases

The United States has eclipsed its record of new coronavirus cases in a single day. More than 41 thousand new cases were reported on Thursday….with more than 30 states reporting increases. But at the first public briefing of the White House coronavirus task force in almost two months,  Vice President Mike Pence tried to paint a rosy picture.

US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has more.


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China Applauds Tanzania for Decision to Reopen Schools

The Chinese embassy to Tanzania poured praise on the Tanzanian government for formulating policies that suit its own national conditions that have resulted in a drastic fall of Covid-19 cases.


Daniel Kijo reports


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Wall Street eyes U.S. Covid-19 infection rates in week ahead [preview]

Wall Street will be keeping a close eye on Covid-19 infection rates
this week as a number of U.S. states battle to contain a rise in new
cases.

The move has forced a number of states to pump the brakes on reopening
plans and investors warn this could further slow the country's
economic recovery.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Paris Orly airport has re-opened after nearly three months of closure due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The country's second-busiest airport was targeted by environmental activists early on Friday though, as Ross Cullen reports.

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FRANCE'S SECOND BUSIEST AIRPORT REOPENS

Paris Orly airport has re-opened after nearly three months of closure due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The country's second-busiest airport was targeted by environmental activists early on Friday though, as Ross Cullen reports.

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'SEVERAL DEAD' AFTER GLASGOW STABBING ATTACK

It's thought there may be several fatalities after a stabbing attack in the Scottish city of Glasgow.

The suspect has been shot dead by armed police.

Olly Barratt reports from London.

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U.S. hits record number of daily Covid-19 cases

The United States has recorded a new daily record number of Covid-19 cases.

Data from Johns Hopkins University estimates there were 40,000
coronavirus infections on Thursday.

This surge in new infections has caused several states to pull the
brakes on reopening plans.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.

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Russian director found guilty of embezzlement

Acclaimed Russian film and theatre director Kirill Serebrennikov [KEIR-ill Sara-BREN-ikov] has been found guilty of embezzlement. He has consistently denied guilt and his supporters say the charges are politically motivated. The judge handed him a suspended sentence, so he will serve no jail time, but he has been banned from running cultural institutions. Julia Chapman has more.

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UK car production plunges 95% in worst May since 1946


The number of cars being made in the UK plummeted by more than 95% last month in the worst May since 1946.

About 5,000 vehicles rolled off production lines with factories still closed or running at reduced capacity due to the coronavirus pandemic. This is compared to 116,000 units in May 2019.

From London, Benji Hyer reports. 

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NEARLY 140 LONDON POLICE INJURED IN LAST THREE WEEKS

Nearly 140 police officers have been injured in London over the past three weeks, dealing with violent demonstrations and illegal street parties.

The Home Secretary, Priti Patel, has called the recent violence "appalling".

And the Commissioner of London's Metropolitan Police Service, says these street parties should not be happening - and the police have a duty to close them down.

Stuart Smith reports from London.

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LIVERPOOL FANS CELEBRATE AFTER 30 YEARS

Liverpool fans have been celebrating the club's first Premier League title - and first league championship in 30 years.

After Chelsea beat Man City 2-1, Liverpool's lead at the top of the EPL became unassailable with 7 games still to play.

Thousands of supporters poured onto streets around the club's stadium Anfield.

Reporter Tom Dunn is there.

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India puts the blame for border skirmish on China

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The Indian government says China's aggression along the de-facto border between the two countries was to blame for a face-off earlier this month. 

Authorities also allege that Chinese troops have violated bilateral agreements by erecting military structures close to the border.

Ishan Garg has more on this from New Delhi.

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Russia reports high electronic voting turnout

Nearly 50% of Russians eligible to vote online on proposed constitutional changes cast their ballot in the first 24 hours. Election monitors have expressed concern about a lack of oversight of the electronic voting system. Julia Chapman has more.

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N. Korea resumes criticism following anniversary

North Korea has resumed criticism of the South following the 70th anniversary of the start of the Korean War on Thursday. Pyongyang had been quiet in the days leading up to the anniversary, following weeks of threats, including the use of military action.

Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul.

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Hong Kong activists celebrate U.S. bill against China over security law

Pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong are celebrating a bill approved by the U.S. Senate  which aims to escalate the pressure on China over it's plans to introduce a security law for the city.

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.

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House Democrats pass police reform measures

The House has passed a Democrat led police reform bill, but The White House has already threatened to veto it and it is unlikely to be passed in the Senate.

This comes a day after Democrats blocked an alternative bill in the Senate proposed by Republicans.

Our Washington Correspondent Jagruti Dave has more.

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Thursday, June 25, 2020

California coronavirus cases surge

Coronavirus cases in California are increasing and over a dozen counties are on the states watch list due to concerning trends.

It comes as the California Governor declares a budget emergency.

Danielle Robertson reports from Los Angeles.

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Gains on Wall Street driven by the financial sector

The major U.S. indexes posted robust gains on Thursday fueled by a
strong day of trading for the financial sector.

Weaker than expected labor market data dampened sentiment in early
trading but a softening of the Volcker Rule gave Wall Street a boost.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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MAJOR INCIDENT DECLARED IN ENGLAND AS TOURISTS FLOCK TO BEACHES

A "major incident' has been declared on England's southern coast as tourists flood to seaside towns.


Thousands of people have headed to beaches as temperatures in England reached above thirty degrees.


But police, council leaders, and ministers are urging people to stay away.


Stuart Smith reports from London.


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Small scale miner Laizer becomes overnight millionaire

A small -scale miner Saniniu Laizer has become Tanzania's latest millionaire after he sold two Tanzanite stones valued at $3.3  million. The two gemstones, which have a total weight of 14.13kg, are the biggest ever to be found in the country, according to government authorities.


Daniel Kijo reports


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