FBI Agent Says Plotters Discussed Kidnapping Governor of Virginia

A group of men accused of plotting to kidnap the governor of Michigan also reportedly discussed kidnapping the  governor of Virginia...those governors reportedly considered  because of their states' lockdown orders.  This information comes from  testimony given by an FBI agent at a hearing about whether the accused conspirators should be detained before trial. 

US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has details. 

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UK OPPOSITION PARTY LEADER CALLS FOR NATIONAL LOCKDOWN

The leader of the UK Labour Party, Sir Keir Starmer, has called for a "2 to 3 week circuit break" lockdown, to try to stem the rise of infections in the UK.

He's basing that recommendation on leaked scientific advice provided to the UK Government, some of which it has so far chosen not to follow.

He says the plan would keep schools open, but otherwise look similar to the national lockdown earlier in the year.

Stuart Smith reports from London.

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Conservative US Supreme Court nominee evades questions about key issues in politically charged confirmation hearing (wrap)

US Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett has evaded questions about her views on key issues on day two of her Senate confirmation hearing.

She also said that no one at the White House has pressured her to rule in any particular way. 

The hearing is politically charged as her confirmation would cement a conservative majority on the country's highest court for years to come.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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Unofficial election ballot collection boxes found in California

California's Republican Party has been ordered to remove unofficial
ballot collection boxes it has put in public places around the state.

However the GOP says they are legal and it has no plans to take them down.

Sarah Walton reports

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EU wins right to slap tariffs on US imports over Boeing subsidies

The EU has won the right to impose tariffs on $4billion worth of American products, in retaliation for illegal state aid given to US aeroplane manufacturer Boeing. 

The decision follows a parallel case the US brought against Europe for subsidies to its largest  manufacturer Airbus. 

Lucy Hough has more from Brussels: 

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IMF: Global economy “remains prone to setbacks” from COVID-19

The International Monetary Fund warns despite improvement the global
economy "remains prone to setbacks" as a result of the pandemic.

In its latest World Economic Outlook report it has raised its growth
projection this year to minus 4.4%.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Johnson and Johnson Covid-19 vaccine paused

Johnson & Johnson has paused its Covid-19 vaccine trial after one of
the participants fell ill.

An independent investigation is now expected to assess whether the
illness is related to the vaccine candidate.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.


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Berlin sends FM to Greece amid Turkey tensions

The German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas has called for calm in the Eastern Mediterranean as tensions continue to simmer between Turkey and Greece. The dispute comes as Ankara once again sent a research vessel into disputed waters to explore natural gas reserves - angering Athens.

In Berlin, Trent Murray has more.

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Indian political leader demands for complete ban on cow slaughter nationwide

A protest led by a member of India's ruling political party - the BJP has tried to block the entrance of a zoo in the state of Assam.

Vehicles trying to enter the zoo were carrying beef to feed tigers.

The BJP believes that cows should be protected as they are considered holy by India's majority Hindu population.

Sreoshi Mukherjee has more on this story.

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Covid deaths in England and Wales quadruple in a month

The number of deaths involving COVID-19 in England and Wales has risen for the fourth consecutive week.

The Office for National Statistics says a total of 321 coronavirus-related deaths were registered in the last week of September -- that's the highest figure since mid-July. 

From London, Benji Hyer reports. 

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UK UNEMPLOYMENT HITS 4.5%

UK unemployment is at its highest rate in three years, with 1.5 million people now out of work - the highest since 2017.

Chancellor Rishi Sunak says the government's trying to protect as many jobs as possible, but it was honest from the beginning that it can't save every job.

Stuart Smith has more from London.

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WHO warns against herd immunity as Europe sees second wave

The World Health Organization has shut down the idea of allowing Covid-19 to spread to achieve herd immunity. 

The body said the idea was "scientifically and ethically problematic." 

The warning comes as case numbers rise across Europe, to similar levels seen at the start of the pandemic in March. 

Lucy Hough has more from Brussels. 

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#EndSARS: Over 100,000 sign petition asking ICC to prosecute Police boss

More than 100,000 people have signed a petition asking the International Criminal Court (ICC) to arrest and prosecute Nigeria's inspector-general of police (IGP), Mohammed Adamu, for alleged crimes against humanity.

Correspondent Phil Ihaza reports from Abuja.

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German health minister gives prediction on vaccine availability

Germany's Health Minister has offered a new prediction on when a coronavirus vaccine will be available. Several German companies are working on vaccine trials, with the government saying it remains optimistic about the research.

In Berlin, Trent Murray has more.

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UK GOVT DENIES IGNORING SCIENTIFIC ADVICE

The UK government's denying it's ignoring scientific advice which urged stricter covid-19 lockdown measures, as case numbers rise.

On Monday Prime Minister Boris Johnson set out a new tier system for local lockdown measures in England.

But newly released documents show the government's scientific advisers were calling for an immediate 'circuit breaker' national lockdown on 21st September.

Cabinet minister Robert Jenrick says Boris Johnson is taking difficult decisions.

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India's daily COVID tally drops to its lowest in 2 months but concerns over lower testing prevail

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But concerns are being raised about India not testing enough as Ishan Garg reports from New Delhi.

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Japan to skip trilateral summit over labor row

A trilateral summit between Japan, South Korea and China will likely not be held this year - as Tokyo says it will not attend due to its bilateral feud with Seoul over compensation for wartime labor. Grace Lee has more.

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South Korea was set to host the summit -

Which has been held about once a year since 2008.

The three countries usually discuss economic cooperation -

As well as regional issues like North Korea.

But according to local media,

Japan has told South Korea that Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga would not attend -

Unless quote "proper measures" were taken to address its concerns.

Relations between the two countries have deteriorated sharply over the past few years- 

Particularly over the issue of Korean labourers forced to work at Japanese firms during Japan's colonial rule.

Grace Lee, Tokyo

Trump claims he's "immune" as scientists confirm first US case of covid-19 reinfection

US President Donald Trump has once again claimed he is immune from the coronavirus at a campaign rally in Florida.

This comes as scientists confirm the first case of covid-19 reinfection in the US.

Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave reports.

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Facebook Bans Posts that Deny the Holocaust

Facebook has announced  a new policy, banning posts that deny or distort the Holocaust. 

The social media company has been under pressure to make the change. 

Silicon Valley Correspondent Rachel Silverman has details. 

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Gains on Wall Street as stimulus optimism wanes

There were big gains on Wall Street to start the trading week thanks
to a strong day for the tech sector.

But the chances of another coronavirus spending package before the
elections have been dealt another blow.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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