UK PM to meet FA over European Super League, amid widespread condemnation from fans

Boris Johnson has held emergency talks with Britain's Football Association and the country's Premier League to discuss the proposed European Super League.

The competition, described as "ludicrous" by the UK's Prime Minister, would include 12 founding members, six of which are English clubs.

Amid intense backlash to the plans, Real Madrid's President has defended the decision, claiming it would "save football."

From London, Benji Hyer reports. 

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U.S. ambassador to Russia heading to Washington for consultations

The U.S. embassy in Moscow has confirmed that Ambassador John Sullivan will return to Washington for consultations. It comes after the Russian Foreign Ministry suggested he go home after fresh U.S. sanctions were announced. Julia Chapman reports.

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BORIS JOHNSON HOSTS TALKS OPPOSING SUPER LEAGUE

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is meeting football officials and fans' representatives on Tuesday to discuss ways to stop the proposed break-away European Super League.

He says the plans are 'ludicrous' and is pledging government intervention if it's required.

12 clubs have agreed to join the Super League, from which they would never be relegated.

European governing body UEFA is also opposed to the plans.

UK Education Secretary Gavin Williamson says it can't be allowed to go ahead.

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Japan's exports make double-digit gain amid global trade recovery

Japan's exports have made the largest gain in over three years. The increase was largely driven by stronger demand from China, among signs that global trade is beginning to recover after the pandemic.

Phoebe Amoroso reports.

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US warns against travel to India amid Covid-19 surge

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The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has warned its citizens against travel to India, saying that they may be at risk of spreading new coronavirus variants.

This comes as India is going through a massive second wave of infections, and follows the UK adding India to its "red list", banning most travel from the country.

Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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India sets up grant to increase vaccine production as all adults become eligible for a jab starting May 1

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Former US Vice President Walter Mondale dead at 93

Former US Vice President Walter Mondale has died at the age of 93.

He served alongside President Jimmy Carter from 1976 until 1980, but then went down a landslide defeat against President Ronald Reagan in the 1984 election.

Walter Mondale is widely credited with reinventing the Vice Presidency, becoming the first occupant of the office to work out of the White House and work closely with the President on all aspects of domestic and foreign policy.

Mondale defined himself proudly as a liberal, but in a 2010 interview on America's PBS television network, he expressed disappointment that the word had become tarnished among US voters.

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Apple Reinstates Controversial Parler App

The social media platform Parler will be allowed to return to Apple's App Store after updating its content moderation practices.

The app, which is popular with supporters of former US president Donald Trump, was pulled following riots at the US Capitol in January.

Ira Spitzer has more from San Francisco.

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America on edge as jury sent to weigh up verdict in Derek Chavin trial

Cities across America are on edge, as they wait for a verdict in the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin, who stands accused of murdering African-American George Floyd in May last year.

Closing arguments have concluded and the jury sent to deliberate- sequestered in a hotel until they reach a decision.

Security in Minneapolis - and in several other major US cities- has been ramped up, ahead of likely protests, whatever the outcome.

Nina-Maria Potts has more:

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U.S. stocks slip from record highs

U.S. stocks have dipped from last week's record highs following a bad
day of trading for the tech sector.

But the Covid-19 vaccine rollout is still keeping investors on Wall
Street upbeat.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Facebook Preparing for Chauvin Verdict

Facebook says it plans to limit posts that contain misinformation and hate speech related to the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin. 

This comes as people across the US are bracing for a verdict in the trial. 

Rachel Silverman has details. 

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EU SAYS NO MORE SANCTIONS AGAINST RUSSIA...FOR NOW

EU Commission High Representative Josep Borrell is warning of the 'highest military buildup ever' on the Russia-Ukraine border, as foreign ministers met by video link to discuss the escalating situation.

He reaffirmed the EU's strong support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

But ministers decided against new offers of help or further sanctions -- at least for now.

Stuart Smith reports from Brussels.

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UK TO BAN ARRIVALS FROM INDIA IN COVID MOVE

The UK government is set to place India on a so-called 'red travel list' from Friday, as coronavirus infection rates continue to rise in the nation. The announcement came just hours after Prime Minister Boris Johnson cancelled a scheduled visit to the country. Laura Makin-Isherwood reports.

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NASA flies drone on Mars - the first powered aircraft to fly on another world

America's space agency, NASA, has successfully flown a small helicopter on Mars.

The drone - called Ingenuity - is the first powered aircraft to fly on another world.

US correspondent Kate Fisher reports

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Closing arguments in George Floyd murder trial

The US city of Minneapolis is braced for violence as the murder trial
of George Floyd begins closing arguments.

Former police officer Derek Chauvin is accused of killing Floyd after
kneeling on his neck for more than nine minutes.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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All American adults now eligible for Covid-19 vaccine

All adults in the United States are now eligible to get a Covid-19
vaccine, hitting a deadline set by the Biden administration.

And the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and prevention estimate that
half the adult population has now received at least one shot.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Nine killed in weekend of gun violence across US

Nine people died in a weekend marked by gun violence across the US.

It came just days after eight people were killed in a mass shooting in
Indianapolis.

Sarah Walton reports

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European leaders criticise plans for breakaway football 'super league'

European politicians have criticised plans for a breakaway football 'super league.'

12 major clubs in England, Italy and Spain have agreed in principle to sign up. 

French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson are amongst those who've said the new league would undermine the meritocracy in sport. 

Lucy Hough has more from Brussels. 

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Alexey Navalny moved to prison hospital

Russia's prison service says Alexey Navalny has been moved to a hospital for inmates amid warnings that he is in a critical condition. His team says he is being denied appropriate medical care, but officials say his health is "satisfactory". Julia Chapman has more.

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Tanzanian miners’ joint venture leads to new $186m mining deal

Tanzania's mining firm AngloGold Ashanti has facilitated the establishment of the BG Umoja joint venture in Tanzania, which has been awarded the $186 million two-year mining contract for the Nyankanga and Geita Hill mining projects.

Daniel Kijo reports from Dar es Salaam.

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