US President-elect Joe Biden is hitting the ground running with
briefings from his newly-established 'COVID-19 Advisory Board'.
He says tackling the pandemic is one of his top priorities when he
enters the White House on January 20th.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Monday, November 9, 2020
EU presses ahead with plans for $4billion in tariffs on US imports
The election of Joe Biden to the White House has been welcome in Europe…. but nonetheless, the EU has announced it is pushing ahead with plans to impose tariffs on up to $4billion on US imports.
The tariffs are in retaliation to the US awarding illegal subsidies to the American airline manufacturer Boeing.
Lucy Hough has more.
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Covid-19 vaccine more than 90 percent effective
Pfizer has announced that its Covid-19 vaccine appears to be more than
90 percent effective.
The drugmaker says there appear to be no major safety issues and plans
to seek emergency use authorization in the U.S. later this month.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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90 percent effective.
The drugmaker says there appear to be no major safety issues and plans
to seek emergency use authorization in the U.S. later this month.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Trump defiant as top Republicans reportedly brace for 'thirty day war'
Senior Republicans and advisors to U.S. President Trump are reportedly bracing themselves for a ‘thirty day war’ in a political battle that threatens to spill over into 2021.
While President Trump is digging in refusing to accept defeat, while Joe Biden is getting down to work after winning the presidency.
Nina-Maria Potts has the latest:
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At least 50 people die as Nigeria battles yellow fever, amid coronavirus
Nigerian health authorities say an outbreak of yellow fever in the country has claimed more than 50 lives in the past two months.
This is amidst ongoing efforts by the government to curb the spread of the global coronavirus pandemic.
Correspondent Phil Ihaza reports from Abuja, Nigeria's capital.
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Brexit talks resume in London to end stalemate
Talks between the UK and EU are continuing in London, to try and end the deadlock in Brexit negotiations.
Boris Johnson and the president of the European Commission agreed to "redouble efforts" at the weekend to secure a trade deal.
Lucy Hough is in Brussels with more detail.
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RUSSIAN PRESIDENT WAITING FOR OFFICIAL RESULT BEFORE COMMENTING ON US ELECTION
Russian President Vladimir Putin has still not commented on the result of the US election, which resulted in a Joe Biden victory.
Putin's spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, says they will wait for the official result to be finalised before commenting on its outcome.
The President-elect, Joe Biden, has an insurmountable lead ahead of incumbent Donald Trump.
Putin's spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, says they will wait for the official result to be finalised before commenting on its outcome.
The President-elect, Joe Biden, has an insurmountable lead ahead of incumbent Donald Trump.
But President Trump is pursuing action in the courts over unsubstantiated claims of electoral fraud.
Stuart Smith has more from Moscow.
Stuart Smith has more from Moscow.
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EU insists it will not do a deal "at any price" as Brexit talks get underway in London
Brexit trade talks are resuming again in London on Monday at the start of another crunch week for negotiations between the EU and the UK.
Both sides must reach an agreement in time for it to come into force before the post-Brexit transition period ends on December 31st, or else face the prospect of no deal.
From London, Benji Hyer reports.
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Delhi's Air Pollution Crosses Hazardous Levels
India's capital continues to reel under thick smog.
Delhi's air quality has dipped into the severe category of pollution.
Sreoshi Mukherjee has more -
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Delhi's air quality has dipped into the severe category of pollution.
Sreoshi Mukherjee has more -
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BREXIT TALKS RESUME
Brexit trade talks resume in London on Monday at the start of a key week for negotiations.
The EU and UK are negotiating a trade agreement to come into force as a Brexit transition period ends at the turn of the year.
Simon Conway reports.
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COVID 19 cases rise in India but research report lauds government response
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India's COVID 19 tally is past the 8.5 million mark.
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But a government report argues that the country has done well, as Ishan Garg finds out from New Delhi.
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*do not use - update above* RUSSIAN PRESIDENT VLADIMIR PUTIN QUIET ON BIDEN VICTORY
Russian President Vladimir Putin has yet to make any public announcement on Joe Biden's victory.
While 'congratulations' poured in from leaders around the world, President Putin has remained staunchly silent.
He's previously said he's willing to work with "whoever the American people choose to elect."
But President Biden could cause problems for the Kremlin.
Stuart Smith has more from Moscow.
While 'congratulations' poured in from leaders around the world, President Putin has remained staunchly silent.
He's previously said he's willing to work with "whoever the American people choose to elect."
But President Biden could cause problems for the Kremlin.
Stuart Smith has more from Moscow.
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Japan proclaims Crown Prince Akishino as heir to throne
Japan formally proclaimed Crown Prince Akishino, the Emperor's younger brother, as the first in line as heir to the throne at a ceremony over the weekend. Under Japanese law, only males can inherit the throne - meaning Emperor Naruhito's only child, 18 year-old Princess Aiko, is ineligible. Debate over how to ensure a stable succession is expected to intensify. Grace Lee reports from Tokyo.
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Hong Kong continues its fight against US "Made in China" deadline
The Hong Kong government is continuing its fight against US demands that Hong Kong manufacturers re-label their goods as "Made in China" if they want to sell in the US.
The deadline for the US order is Tuesday, but the Hong Kong government says it may seek arbitration from the World Trade Organisation if a resolution cannot be reached.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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Biden to select Covid-19 taskforce
US President-Elect Joe Biden is planning for his first days in office, with his transition team making the coronavirus pandemic a top priority.
He's also considering cabinet appointments as he takes the helm of a divided nation.
From Washington Jagruti Dave reports.
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Pres. Moon Congratulates Biden on win, promises cooperation
South Korean President Moon Jae-in has congratulated President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris on their victory. President Moon has about a year and a half left in office, and working with the U.S. is crucial to his plans to make peace with North Korea.
Bruce Harrison reports from Seoul.
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Sunday, November 8, 2020
Egypt’s Housing Minister inspects Tanzania’s Julius Nyerere dam construction
Egyptian Housing Minister Assem al-Gazzar has inspected construction work of the Julius Nyerere hydroelectric dam project in Tanzania, which is being worked on by an Egyptian consortium of Arab Contractors and Elsewedy Electric at a cost of US$2.9 billion.
Isaac Lukando reports.
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Biden: “We have to stop treating our opponents as enemies"
US President-elect Joe Biden has addressed the country for the first time since defeating president Donald Trump in a closely-contested election. Speaking in his home town of Wilmington, Delaware, Biden promised to heal the divisions which largely defined Trump's presidency, as well as a bitter election campaign. Trump, who has made unfounded claims of voter widespread voter fraud, has yet to concede defeat. Biden at times spoke directly to Trump's supporters, saying he is ready to be their president as well.
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The former Vice President also pledged to restore the US's reputation internationally.
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Saturday, November 7, 2020
Tanzania to Approve permits for rare earth mineral extraction
Tanzania is in the final stages of approving permits for two Australian mining companies for the extraction of rare earth metals and gold.
Isaac Lukando reports.
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Latest from outside the White House
US President Donald Trump is yet to concede defeat in the US presidential election but thousands of people have taken to the streets of Washington DC to celebrate Joe Biden's victory. There is a party atmosphere in front of the White House, from where Kate Fisher sent this report
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