The United States has recommitted its support of Iraq in its fight
against the Islamic State following a meeting between the two
countries.
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo met the Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Wednesday, August 19, 2020
US suspends extradition and tax agreements with Hong Kong
The US has suspended,or terminated, three bilateral agreements with Hong Kong that deal with extradition and tax exemptions.
The Trump administration says it's a further response to China's imposition of strict security laws in the former British territory.
Kate Fisher reports from Washington
Antibody study shows a third of New Yorkers in the Bronx have Covid-19 antibodies
One third of people living in New York's borough of the Bronx have
Covid-19 antibodies according to data released by the city.
Officials say it's the first time a municipality has released such
data and the hope is this information can help the city develop public
health strategies going forward.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Covid-19 antibodies according to data released by the city.
Officials say it's the first time a municipality has released such
data and the hope is this information can help the city develop public
health strategies going forward.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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EU leaders agree to impose sanctions on Belarus regime and support transition to democracy
EU leaders have agreed to impose sanctions on a "substantial number" of Belarus officials, accused of election fraud and violence against protestors.
Following a meeting of EU27 leaders on Wednesday, support was expressed for the Belarusian people who want a peaceful transition to democracy.
Ursula von Der Leyen is President of the European Commission.
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Mali Coup: President forced to resign, ECOWAS, others call for sanctions
Mali's President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita has been forced to resign after being arrested by troops in a sudden coup that followed several months of anti-government protests in the West African nation.
There's been condemnations from various international bodies including the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) calling for the reinstatement of the ousted president.
There's been condemnations from various international bodies including the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) calling for the reinstatement of the ousted president.
Correspondent Phil Ihaza reports from Nigeria's capital Abuja
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EU leaders meet via video link to discuss Belarus crisis
EU leaders are holding emergency talks to discuss the situation in Belarus, in the wake of mass protests following the re-election of leader Alexander Lukashenko.
The bloc's 27 heads of state are meeting via video link, with leaders expected to express solidarity with the protest movement.
Lucy Hough is our Correspondent in Brussels.
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HEATHROW UNVEILS TESTING SCHEME TO SHORTEN QUARANTINE
London's Heathrow Airport has unveiled a new testing facility it hopes will help remove mandatory quarantine for international arrivals from countries deemed at-risk due to high covid-19 infection rates.
The UK government says it will consider the use of testing schemes like the one being trialled at Heathrow - but insists safety remains its priority.
Olly Barratt reports from London.
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Uganda to Reintroduce Rhinos Back to the Wild
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The Rhino Sanctuary started breeding the animals in 1997 and the number has now hit 32, following three births this year.
Isabel Nakirya reports.
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UK CONSIDERS TESTING SCHEME TO CUT QUARANTINE FOR ARRIVALS
UK officials are looking at new ways of testing international arrivals to cut down the length of time some people are required to enter quarantine for.
Ministers are considering options including testing passengers on arrival, and then again between five and ten days later.
Currently, arrivals from at-risk countries have to self-isolate for 14 days.
Health Secretary Matt Hancock says the government is also cooperating with Heathrow Airport on an airside testing centre.
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Belarusian opposition leader appeals to EU
The exiled opposition leader of Belarus, Svetlana Tikhanovskaya, has appealed to European leaders not to recognise the result of the country's presidential election. An emergency EU summit will be held on Wednesday to discuss the ongoing unrest in Belarus. Speaking in English, Tikhanovskaya said protesters are being denied their rights.
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Joe Biden officially nominated as Democratic Presidential Candidate
Joe Biden is officially the Democratic Presidential nominee.
He was nominated on the second night of the Democratic Convention, with speakers including former US President Bill Clinton and the former second lady, who's seeking to be the next first Lady, Jill Biden.
From Washington, Jagruti Dave reports.
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He was nominated on the second night of the Democratic Convention, with speakers including former US President Bill Clinton and the former second lady, who's seeking to be the next first Lady, Jill Biden.
From Washington, Jagruti Dave reports.
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AUSTRALIA – Prime Minister signs vaccine agreement
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison says Australians are likely to face mandatory coronavirus vaccinations.
Shaun Bindley reports
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Hong Kong shut down by passing typhoon
Daily life in Hong Kong is largely being shut down by a typhoon passing over the territory. Most businesses and the city's stock market are closed, and the hospital authority is suspending the collection of new Covid-19 test samples.
Richard Kimber reports from there.
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Japan women hold 8% of manager jobs, far from government goal
A new survey shows that women currently occupy less than 8% of management positions in corporate Japan, far from the government's goal of 30% by 2020. Grace Lee reports.
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US, China Double Weekly Flights Between Countries
China and the US have agreed to double the number of passenger flights between the two countries from the current four, to eight per week.
It marks an easing of travel restrictions initially imposed because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Patrick Fok reports.
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It marks an easing of travel restrictions initially imposed because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Patrick Fok reports.
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Tuesday, August 18, 2020
S&P and Nasdaq hit new record close
The S&P 500 closed the day up at a new record high on a day that the
markets struggled for direction.
Some major U.S. retailers posted strong quarterly earnings but
investors continue to seek progress on a coronavirus spending package.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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markets struggled for direction.
Some major U.S. retailers posted strong quarterly earnings but
investors continue to seek progress on a coronavirus spending package.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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U.S. Postmaster to Suspend Controversial Changes
The U.S. postmaster says he's suspending controversial cost-cutting changes at the U.S. Postal Service until after the November election.
This announcement comes in response to growing backlash that the changes would impede a free and fair election process.
U.S. Correspondent Rachel Silverman has more.
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Tanzania banks on game meat butcheries for alternative income
The Tanzanian government says the planned establishment of butcheries for game meat will not threaten the existence of wildlife species, the government called the move an alternative source of income.
Daniel Kijo reports.
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EU-Russia phone call over Belarus crisis
EU Council President Charles Michel has spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the phone to discuss the Belarus crisis, ahead of an emergency EU summit on Wednesday.
Lucy Hough has more from Brussels.
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Trump pardons women's suffrage pioneer amid voting rights controversy
President Donald Trump has signed a pardon for women's suffrage leader Susan B. Anthony.
She was arrested in 1872 for casting a ballot when it was illegal for women to do so.
Kate Fisher reports from Washington
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