Thursday, January 7, 2021

UN says Guterres saddened by events at US Capitol, slams attacks on media

The United Nations has also weighed in on Wednesday's violence in Washington D.C., with the UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issuing a statement saying he was saddened by the events that unfolded at the US Capitol. 


Speaking to reporters Thursday, the Secretary-General's spokesperson Stephane Dujarric conveyed the UN chief's concerns.


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Asked about attacks on journalists during Wednesday's protests that saw rioters targeting news crews and destroying camera equipment, Mr Dujaricc made very clear the UN's position on targeting the media. 


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Democrat leaders call for Pence, Cabinet to remove Trump from office

Democrat leaders in the US Congress say they want Vice President Mike Pence to remove President Trump from power, using a constitutional amendment that has never previously been invoked.


They're threatening to begin immediate impeachment proceedings against the President, if the Vice President fails to act.


From Washington Simon Marks reports:


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Facebook Bans Trump

Facebook has banned US president Donald Trump from its platforms for at least the next two weeks, another blow to the president's ability to communicate through social media.

The company's CEO Mark Zuckerberg wrote in a blog post that Trump has shown that his intention is to undermine the peaceful transition of power.

Ira Spitzer has more from San Francisco.


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Schumer calls for immediate removal of Trump from office

The top Democrat in the US Senate Chuck Schumer is calling for the immediate removal of President Donald Trump from office.

Many Democrats and some Republicans are blaming President Trump for inciting Wednesday's violent protests, which saw pro-Trump demonstrators storm Congress.

Our correspondent Nick Harper is on the scene.

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Call to remove President Trump from power with 25th Amendment

In the US, senior Democrats have written to the Vice President calling
for Donald Trump to be removed from power.

They say the President incited Wednesday's violent storming of the
Capitol building.

Sarah Walton reports

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British politicians criticize Donald Trump over Washington DC protests

British politicians have criticized the actions of US president Donald Trump after violent protests took place in Washington DC.


Trump addressed thousands of his supporters, urging them to 'be strong', shortly before the Capitol building was stormed by protesters.


Now, London Mayor Sadiq Khan, a long term critic of the President - has denounced Mr Trump's role leading up to the revolt.


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Trump urged the protestors to 'go home in peace' in a recorded statement, but continued to make allegations of election fraud. 


Following this, UK home secretary, Priti Patel, also criticised the president's words over the protest, which led to the deaths of four people.


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UK Speeds Up Vaccine Rollout

The Coronavirus vaccine produced by Oxford University and AstraZeneca is now being rolled out by GP surgeries in England.

It comes after many doctors have claimed that the NHS would not be able to cope, if the hospital admission rate continues to climb.

John Bevir reports.

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Sadiq Khan pleads with UK citizens to stay at home

Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has pleaded with UK citizens to stay at home as the number of Covid-19 cases continues to rise.


Over 30,000 people are now being treated in UK hospitals after testing positive for the virus.


Mr Khan warned that people should only leave their homes if they have a 'very, very, good reason'...


...and he added that hospital beds may run out in London in the next couple of days, and that NHS staff are suffering from trauma that may take years to recover from.


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Biden certified as next US president after revolt in Washington DC

Joe Biden has been certified as America's next US President after Trump supporters stormed the Capitol building.


The revolt came after president Donald Trump addressed a large crowd in Washington DC, ordering them to show strength.


As a result, four people have been confirmed dead, including a woman who was shot in the chest.


After the mayhem had been contained by armed police, US lawmakers reconvened.


The result, Vice President Mike Pence confirmed, was a win for Biden who will now take office from January 20.


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After the announcement was made Trump publicly acknowledged for the first time that he would leave office.


In a statement he said he 'totally' disagreed with the outcome of the election, however, there would be an 'orderly transition' on January 20.


And for the protestors who stormed the Capitol building, Pence had this message.


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European leaders condemn riot at US Capitol

European leaders have called for democracy to be respected, amid condemnation of the scenes on Capitol Hill on Wednesday. 

Lucy Hough has more from Brussels. 

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FOUR DEAD AFTER US CAPITOL STORMED

Four people have died after a mob stormed the US Capitol building.

Officials say one woman was shot by police, and there were three deaths as a result of 'medical emergencies'.

Lawmakers have since returned to the Capitol to finish the certification of Joe Biden's election victory over Donald Trump.

Trump supporters surged towards the building on Wednesday as a joint session of Congress was underway, saying they wanted to overturn the election result.

Donald Trump later praised the rioters, while also calling for them to go home, but has had his Twitter and Facebook accounts frozen.

Republican leader in the Senate Mitch McConnell - condemned the scenes.

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Farmers unions step up protests in India; organise tractor rally to block major Delhi roads

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Farmers unions are intensifying their protests against India's new farm laws.

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In an attempt to block major roads leading to New Delhi.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.


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Australia – Coronavirus travel restrictions leaving Australians stuck in the outback

People from the Australian state of Victoria are driving thousands of kilometres through the outback via the historic Queensland town of Birdsville, to avoid coronavirus restrictions.

Border restrictions limiting travel between Queensland and New South Wales has led to some stranded Victorians to attempt the 4000 kilometre drive via the town, which is located on the edge of the Simpson desert in the far west of the state.

Shaun Bindley reports.

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Hong Kong democracy campaigners call for sanctions on China

Democracy campaigners in Hong Kong are calling for international sanctions against Beijing, following the mass arrest of more than 50 activists and former lawmakers.

The US, UK and EU have condemned the arrests, but campaigners say tougher measures are needed to make any difference. 

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.


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Twitter Bans Trump

Facebook, Twitter and YouTube have taken down a video in which President Trump addressed his supporters as a mob of pro-Trump protesters stormed the US Capitol. The social media sites say the video contributed to ongoing violence and violated misinformation policies. Twitter then went one step further and locked the president's account. 

Technology Correspondent Rachel Silverman reports from Oakland.


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Lawmakers Set to Return to Capitol to Resume Vote Count

The US Capitol has been secured after an angry mob loyal to president Trump stormed and entered the building, forcing congressional leaders to hide for their own safety, and leading to one protestor being shot and killed by security forces.


Now, Congress is set to return and continue counting the electoral college votes which will confirm Joe Biden as the next president.


Washington correspondent Simon Marks has more.


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Wednesday, January 6, 2021

Trump Asks Protestors to Disperse, Repeats False Election Claims

President Donald Trump has asked his supporters to go home, despite earlier in the day calling for them to go to the Capitol to continue protesting the election results.


In the video, the President repeatedly continued to make baseless claims of a fraudulent election.


US correspondent Ira Spitzer has more.    


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Democrats Regain Control of Senate with Ossoff Win

Democrat Jon Ossoff has been declared the winner in the second Senate run-off race in Georgia….

With his win, the Democrats gain control of the US Senate

US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has that story.  


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Biden: “Our democracy is under unprecedented assault”

President-elect Joe Biden has called on protesters loyal to President Donald Trump to end their siege of the US capitol and demanded the president tell them to stand down. 


The angry mob entered the Capitol building as lawmakers hid inside.


US correspondent Ira Spitzer reports.


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Dow hits record high amid turmoil in Washington

The Dow Jones has closed at a new record high despite supporters of
President Trump storming the Capitol.

Instead traders on Wall Street focused on the Georgia runoff election
and the prospect of further stimulus in the coming weeks.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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