Hong Kong police arrest student activists

Pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong are denouncing the arrests of four student members of a recently disbanded pro-independence group. 

The arrests mark the first police action taken against anti-government activists, outside of a street protest.

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong. 

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Egypt says military action against Ethiopia not an option

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Egypt says using military action against Ethiopia is not an option even if it doesn't agree with it on the operation of a dam on the river Nile .

Both Egypt and Sudan are yet to agree on how Ethiopia will proceed with the 6000MW dam without harming them.

Egypt says it is hoping that dialogue will iron out their differences.

Coletta Wanjohi reports from Addis Ababa:  

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Coronavirus deaths in the US pass 150,000, the worst in the world

The coronavirus death toll in the United States has topped 150,000 with the country leading the globe in the number of cases and fatalities.

The milestone comes on the heels of the US hitting four-million confirmed infections, doubling its total case count in six weeks.

United Sates correspondent Danielle Robertson has more.

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US stocks climb on fed decision, tech gains

The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 160 points Wednesday, as the Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged. 

Continued appetite for technology stocks also helped boost investor interest, as Nasdaq led gains for the day.

Here's US correspondent Liling Tan in New York. 

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Federal Reserve keeps interest rates steady

The Federal Reserve says economic activity in the U.S. is still "well below" pre-coronavirus pandemic levels.

Fed Chairman Jerome Powell also announced interest rates will remain unchanged for now.

Giles Gibson reports from Washington.

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Federal Agents to Being Phased Withdrawal from Portland

Federal agents who have clashed with protesters in Portland, Oregon, will begin a "phased withdrawal" from the city.

The Governor of Oregon and the Acting Homeland Security Secretary say they've  negotiated a deal…but there's no clarity on exactly when the troops will begin to leave. 

Just hours before the announcement of the agreement for troops to leave Portland, President Trump doubled down on the need for increased federal presence there.

US Correspondent Rachel Silverman reports. 

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Big tech CEOs grilled on Capitol Hill

The big leaders of Silicon Valley are appearing on Capitol Hill to be grilled by congress as to whether they have become too big.

The focus of the rare gathering of the heads of Amazon, Apple, Facebook and Google is competition - but it's likely to expand into a review of their business practices.

Kate Fisher reports from washington

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Boeing to Slash Aircraft Production

The US aerospace giant Boeing is planning to slash aircraft production and warns it may further shrink its workforce. The coronavirus pandemic has driven up financial losses for Boeing's airline customers and lowered demand for new airplanes. 

U.S. Correspondent Rachel Silverman has more. 

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DRC Soldiers Killed

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At least 7 Congolese soldiers have been killed in an attack by rebels in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Local officials have blamed the attack on a militia known as the Allied Democratic Forces.

Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa.

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South African lockdown hits 125 days

South Africa’s coronavirus lockdown has been the longest in the world. The country’s economy is reeling, but government will not ease restrictions until Covid-19 infections have reached their peak. Mark Roughton reports.

 

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142 people killed, 44 kidnapped in Northern Nigeria in one week

Security reports show that at least 142 people have been killed in different violent attacks in the northern part of Nigeria within one week.

This is despite claims by the government of intensifying security across the region.

Correspondent Phil Ihaza reports from Abuja.

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Russia could produce two coronavirus vaccines by the autumn

Russia's two leading potential vaccines for COVID-19 could be ready for widespread production as early as the autumn, according to the country's deputy prime minister. Russian officials have pointed to early successes in testing as evidence that Russia could be the first to produce a vaccine. But more proof is still required, as Julia Chapman explains from Moscow.

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HEATHROW AIRPORT CALLS FOR COVID-19 TESTING

The boss of London's Heathrow airport is calling for coronavirus testing as a way to avoid quarantining returning travellers.

The UK has a list of countries for which travellers will need to quarantine for 14 days upon their return.

But the UK's culture secretary is not convinced it's a solution.

Stuart Smith reports from London.

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Wanted US Fugitive Arrested in Kenya

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Kenyan security have arrested a 60year old man who's been on a wanted fugitive list in the United States.

Mr Mansur Surur who is Kenyan citizen is wanted for his involvement in drug trafficking and participating in the illegal trade of rhino horns and elephant ivory.

Isabel Nakirya reports

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India Floods: More than 8 million people displaced or affected

More than a hundred people have died and around 8 million people have been affected or displaced by heavy rains and floods in the Indian states of Assam and Bihar.

The flooding has hit the eastern and north-eastern regions as India continues to battle the coronavirus pandemic.

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Australia – Police to be called in as death toll rises

The Premier of the Australian state of Victoria Daniel Andrews, says door knocking will increase as the states covid 19 death toll continues to rise.

Shaun Bindley reports

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57% of Mumbai's slum residents may have been exposed to COVID19

A serological survey conducted in Mumbai has found that one in four people in the city could have been exposed to the coronavirus.

The survey found that COVID19 is far more widespread in slums where social distancing is tough- with 57% of slum residents showing antibodies for COVID19.

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Korea auto import group suspends chairman as anger grows over sex abuse claims

South Korea's largest imported auto association has suspended its chairman over allegations of sexual abuse. The Korea Automobile Importers and Distributors Association said pending an investigation, it may take further action against Pablo Rosso, who is the head of the Korea division of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles.

Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul.

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China Reports 101 New Coronavirus Cases

Newly reported cases of coronavirus infections in China have topped 100 for the first time in over three and a half months.

The vast majority of them were domestic cases reported in the western region of Xinjiang.

Patrick Fok reports.

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International pressure for fair election in Hong Kong

The Hong Kong government is facing growing international pressure over its election plans, amid local media reports that the vote may be delayed for up to a year because of concerns about the coronavirus. 

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.

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