The number of Americans filing as unemployed has dropped to its lowest
level since the start of the pandemic last March.
It's a fourth straight week of lows, suggesting the US economy is on
the rebound.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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Thursday, May 6, 2021
EU MULLS COVID VACCINE IP WAIVER
Pressure is growing on the European Union to support at least 100 countries calling for a waiver of COVID-19 vaccine intellectual property rights, after US President Joe Biden endorsed the idea.
So far the EU's been opposed to such a move, saying it wouldn't help solve the problem of vaccine production.
But European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen now says she's "ready to assess" the idea.
Stuart Smith has more from Brussels.
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So far the EU's been opposed to such a move, saying it wouldn't help solve the problem of vaccine production.
But European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen now says she's "ready to assess" the idea.
Stuart Smith has more from Brussels.
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WHO welcomes Biden administration's support for lifting COVID-19 vaccine waivers
The head of the World Health Organization has applauded the Biden administration for its decision to back waivers for coronavirus vaccine patents.
WHO Executive Director, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, called it “ a monumental moment” in the bid to tackle global vaccine inequities.
Nina-Maria Potts has more:
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Russia authorises single-dose COVID-19 vaccine
Russian regulators have approved a single-injection COVID-19 vaccine, using the first dose of the country's Sputnik jab. The developers say one dose provides nearly 80% efficacy against infection after 28 days. Sputnik Light is the fourth coronavirus vaccine to be used in Russia, as Julia Chapman reports.
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ANC suspends defiant secretary general
South Africa’s ruling party is facing ongoing defiance from its corruption-accused secretary general. Leaders facing criminal or serious civil charges had 30 days to voluntarily step aside, failing which they were threatened with suspension from the African National Congress, until their court cases are resolved. Instead of abiding by the terms of his suspension, the disgruntled secretary general is fighting back. Mark Roughton reports.
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29 students in Nigeria released after 2 months of captivity by kidnappers
29 students who have been in captivity by unknown gunmen for about two months in Kaduna north central Nigeria, have regained their freedom.
The government says it will continue in it's search for the kidnappers.
Correspondent Phil Ihaza reports in Abuja.
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Voting underway in 'Super Thursday' elections in Britain
Millions of people across the UK are heading to the polls in the nation's biggest set of votes since the 2019 general election.
Ballots will be cast for the Scottish and Welsh Parliament, as well as councils mayoralties in England, with results expected over the coming days.
A tightly-fought by-election is also taking place in the coastal town of Hartlepool, where a new Member of Parliament will be chosen.
Our UK Correspondent Benji Hyer reports from a polling station in central London.
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Germany's vaccine campaign hits overdrive with 30% given jab
Germany has hit a major vaccine milestone, as the pace of the country's inoculation drives picks up speed.
There's growing hope that the increased momentum could help Europe's biggest economy end several lockdown measures.
Trent Murray reports from Berlin
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Trent Murray reports from Berlin
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DRC-UGANDA ICJ CASE
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Experts at the International Court of Justice have asked Uganda to pay the Democratic Republic of Congo 215 million dollars as compensation for looting its minerals and damaging its infrastructure during a conflict that occurred 23 years ago.
The experts made the recommendation at the Hague during a court hearing. Chris Ocamringa has that report from Kinshasa...
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UK NAVY BOATS PATROL OFF JERSEY
he UK has sent two Royal Navy boats to protect Jersey in the Channel Islands from a French blockade.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson says Jersey has his "unwavering support" in the face of a threatened blockade by French boats.
French fishermen claim their rights are being unfairly restricted - and France has warned it could cut electricity to Jersey in response.
Jersey is a self-governing dependency of the UK, in the Channel Islands between Britain and France.
Former UK naval officer Chris Parry says the British vessels are there as a precaution and to send a message.
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India's daily COVID19 tally sets another global record
India recorded more than 412,000 new COVID19 cases and nearly 4000 deaths in the last 24 hours. No other country has seen a bigger daily surge since the pandemic started.
Neha Poonia has more.
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Australia – Covid flight ban to be challenged in court
An Australian man, stranded in India since March last year, has lodged a challenge in the Federal Court against the validity of the governments decision to ban travel home from India.
The travel restrictions mean anyone travelling home to Australia from India, could face up to five year in prison and fines of up to $66,000.
Shaun Bindley reports
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Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong sentenced to more jail time
Hong Kong democracy activist Joshua Wong has been sentenced to more time in prison, for defying a police ban on a vigil to commemorate the crackdown on the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests. He's already behind bars for his roles in two other anti-government protests in 2019.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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The US backs India's appeal to waive intellectual property rights on COVID-19 vaccines
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The United States is backing India's appeal to waive intellectual property rights on COVID-19 vaccines at the WTO.
New Delhi argues that a waiver will help poorer nations ramp up vaccine manufacturing…
By allowing domestic pharma companies to produce shots developed by international vaccine makers.
Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.
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Japan state of emergency decision expected by weekend
The Japanese government will decide whether to extend the state of emergency by the weekend. The emergency measures are in place for four prefectures and currently scheduled to end on March 11th.
Phoebe Amoroso reports in Tokyo.
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Chinese Rocket Expected to Tumble Back to Earth Soon
A section of the rocket that launched the main module of China's first permanent space station is expected to re-enter the Earth's orbit on Saturday.
But details about its trajectory and where it might land are raising concern.
Patrick Fok reports from Beijing.
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But details about its trajectory and where it might land are raising concern.
Patrick Fok reports from Beijing.
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Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Biden Touts Restaurant Recovery Program
US President Joe Biden says he is open to compromise on his 2 trillion dollar infrastructure and jobs plan. However he says he's not going to budge on how the plan is financed….by increasing taxes on corporations and wealthy Americans.
Biden made the remarks as he touted a new program to provide assistance to restaurants….as Rachel Silverman reports.
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Dow Jones closes at record high after strong earnings results
The Dow closed at a record high on Wednesday after a number of strong
earnings results.
Traders also reacted to more positive economic growth data.
Sarah Walton reports.
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earnings results.
Traders also reacted to more positive economic growth data.
Sarah Walton reports.
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German government proposes rethink on climate change targets
Senior Ministers in Angela Merkel's government have proposed a radical change to the country's climate change targets.
Under the plans, Europe's biggest economy would move away from fossil fuels much faster, and bring forward deadlines for carbon neutrality.
In Berlin, Trent Murray has the details.
Under the plans, Europe's biggest economy would move away from fossil fuels much faster, and bring forward deadlines for carbon neutrality.
In Berlin, Trent Murray has the details.
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Peloton recalls treadmills over safety problems
US fitness company Peloton is recalling its treadmills over safety
concerns following the death of a child.
The firm's shares dropped more than 8% on the news.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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concerns following the death of a child.
The firm's shares dropped more than 8% on the news.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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