Local officials in Texas have criticized plans to lift the state's
coronavirus restrictions.
They've accused the Governor of ignoring advice from health officials.
Sarah Walton reports.
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine not yet registered in South Africa
Vaccinated South African health workers are officially participants in an expanded trial study. Government insists that the current process is not a full vaccination rollout, as the Johnson & Johnson vaccine is not yet registered in the country. Mark Roughton explains.
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Japan may ban overseas Olympic spectators
With just 5 months to go until the Tokyo Olympics, officials in Japan are considering banning foreign spectators - over fears of COVID-19 outbreaks. Grace Lee has more from Tokyo.
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UK government sets out plans to save jobs and "bounce back" in Budget
The UK's Finance Minister Rishi Sunkak has unveiled his 2021 Budget, promising to do "whatever it takes" to help the country's economy reopen and recover from the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
But, he warns of "challenging times ahead," as Britain faces its biggest national debt in more than 50 years.
Benji Hyer has more details from London.
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NICOLA STURGEON NEVER WANTED TO 'GET' ALEX SALMOND
Scotland's First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, has denied claims there was a conspiracy against former First Minister Alex Salmond, saying 'I would never have wanted to get him'. Ms Sturgeon has been called to give evidence at an inquiry into how the Scottish government handled an investigation into claims of sexual harassment against Mr Salmond - of which he was found not guilty. Laura Makin-Isherwood reports.
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Merkel set to extend Germany's lockdown
Chancellor Angela Merkel is meeting with regional leaders to seek approval to extend Germany's coronavirus lockdown.
Trent Murray reports from Berlin
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The restrictions, which were largely introduced back in November, look set to last until Easter according to draft plans released ahead of the meeting.
Trent Murray reports from Berlin
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Belgium makes U-Turn on AstraZeneca jab
Belgian health experts have reversed course on the AstraZeneca vaccine, now recommending it for use in people over 55. The U-turn comes amid a vaccine shortfall in the country, which has left vaccination centers administering a fraction of their daily capacity. Toni Waterman has more from Brussels.
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UK BUDGET DAY; FURLOUGH TO BE EXTENDED
UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak delivers a crucial budget later, with more support for the economy as it exits lockdown measures.
A furlough scheme in which the government supports millions of people's wages will be extended until the end of September - at a cost of billions of dollars.
The opposition Labour Party says Rishi Sunak should have announced the extension sooner to provide certainty to employers.
The Chancellor is expected to warn of tough decisions to come as the UK recovers from the economic shock of the pandemic and the huge public spending it's required.
Neil Shearing, an economist and former Treasury adviser, thinks the furlough extension is sensible.
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RUSSIA TO USA: "DON'T PLAY WITH FIRE"
Russia is warning the US not to "play with fire" after it imposed new sanctions against high-level Russian officials on Tuesday.
A spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry said the move was "just a pretext for continuing interference" in its internal affairs -- and has promised retaliation.
The sanctions were imposed in response to the treatment of opposition figure Alexey Navalny, who US intelligence officials say was poisoned by Russia's security service - a claim the Kremlin denies.
Stuart Smith has more from Moscow.
A spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry said the move was "just a pretext for continuing interference" in its internal affairs -- and has promised retaliation.
The sanctions were imposed in response to the treatment of opposition figure Alexey Navalny, who US intelligence officials say was poisoned by Russia's security service - a claim the Kremlin denies.
Stuart Smith has more from Moscow.
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India woos Tesla; offers cheapest labour in the world
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India is promising Tesla cheaper labour than China…
Hoping to lure the electric car maker to manufacture in the country.
India's transport minister calls the potential partnership a win-win.
Ishan Garg tells us why from New Delhi.
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US Senate leader optimistic Covid-19 stimulus bill will pass
US Senate Majority leader Chuck Schumer says Democrats have enough
support to pass the $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief bill.
The White House is trying to get the stimulus package approved before
March 14th, the date 11 million Americans lose unemployment benefits.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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support to pass the $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief bill.
The White House is trying to get the stimulus package approved before
March 14th, the date 11 million Americans lose unemployment benefits.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Hong Kong authorities investigate death following Sinovac vaccine
Hong Kong's health authorities are investigating the death of a 63 year old man, two days after he received China's Sinovac Covid-19 vaccine.
Authorities say the man had a history of respiratory disease, and that it's too early to say if his death is connected to the jab.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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White House pulls budget chief nomination
The White House has pulled the controversial nomination of Neera
Tanden for the Cabinet position of budget chief, due to a lack of
support in the Senate.
Her nomination had faced opposition from both Republicans and Democrats.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Tanden for the Cabinet position of budget chief, due to a lack of
support in the Senate.
Her nomination had faced opposition from both Republicans and Democrats.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Australia – Rio Tinto chair will stand down following destruction of ancient caves
The Chairman of mining Giant Rio Tinto Simon Thompson says he will stand down over the destruction of the Juukan (Jookan) Gorge caves.
The company destroyed the 46,000 year old caves in Western Australia's Pilbara (Pilbruh) region last year, against the specific wishes of the areas traditional owners.
Shaun Bindley reports
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Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Biden: US will have enough vaccines by end of May
US President Joe Biden says his government will have enough Covid-19
vaccines available for every American by the end of May.
It's a month earlier than previously promised - but it will take
longer than that to inoculate everyone.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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vaccines available for every American by the end of May.
It's a month earlier than previously promised - but it will take
longer than that to inoculate everyone.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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FBI Director to Congress: 6th January Capitol attack was "domestic terrorism"
FBI Director Christopher Wray says the 6th January attack on the US Capitol was a clear act of "domestic terrorism."
Testifying to the US Senate, Wray also said there's no evidence that any of the rioters were from the anti-fascist group, Antifa.
Giles Gibson reports from Washington.
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U.S. stocks slip after Monday’s rally
U.S. stocks pulled back Tuesday after posting healthy gains the day before.
In a light day for economic data investors were watching the vaccine
rollout and some quarterly earnings reports.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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In a light day for economic data investors were watching the vaccine
rollout and some quarterly earnings reports.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Texas lifts mask mandate and reopens businesses 100 per cent
Texas is ending its mask mandate and reopening businesses 100 per cent, in a move that has health officials up in arms.
The coronavirus pandemic has killed more than 42,000 Texans- and the state is still recovering from a major storm in which millions lost power, energy and water.
Nina-Maria Potts reports:
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Search for unknown P.1. coronavirus variant carrier in England tracked to 379 homes in South East
The UK search for a missing person infected with the P.1. coronavirus variant first detected in Brazil has narrowed to 379 households in the South East of England.
The unidentified person tested positive for the virus but did not leave proper contact details on the Covid-19 home-test kit. The nationwide hunt comes amid concerns the variant could undermine herd immunity.
Chris Jones has more in London
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Pharma giant Merck expected to start manufacturing Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine in US
US President Joe Biden is expected to announce that pharmaceutical giant Merck will manufacture Johnson & Johnson's coronavirus vaccine.
As our Washington correspondent Giles Gibson reports, it's an unusual partnership for the two rival companies
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