Tuesday, May 18, 2021

CLASHES IN KASAI

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The United Nations says more than 36,000 people have been forced to flee their homes in the Democratic Republic of Congo since March following intercommunal clashes in their region.

The clashes broke out in the central region of Kasai over a land dispute. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...
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Russia considers banning 'extremists' from elections

Russian lawmakers have approved the first reading of a bill that would block members of 'extremist' groups from participating in elections. It comes as prosecutors seek to designate organisations linked to Alexey Navalny as 'extremist'. Julia Chapman has more.

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UK URGES VACCINATION TAKE-UP TO FIGHT INDIA VARIANT

The UK is ramping up calls for people to take a covid-19 vaccine when offered it - to fight the spread of the India-discovered variant.

It comes after ministers said some vulnerable people who've been hospitalised in hotspot areas for the variant were eligible for a jab but hadn't yet had one.

70% of the UK's adult population has had at least one vaccine dose - and those in their mid 30s are now being called forward.

It's reported the government is discussing contingency plans for local lockdowns if the India variant isn't quickly brought under control.

But cabinet minister George Eustace says he still hopes the economy can be fully unlocked next month.

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India reports highest one-day fatalities due to COVID-19

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India's recorded its highest daily tally of fatalities due to COVDI-19…

Despite cases dipping to one of their lowest in two months.

But concerns remain about a resurgence of cases - as the rate of infection remains high.

Ishan Garg reports from New Delhi.

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Dubious COVID Test Results Block Stranded Australians From Returning Home

At least ten Australians who were barred from a repatriation flight last Friday after returning a positive COVID result have now tested negative.

It turns out that a laboratory Qantas used for the pre-screen test had its accreditation suspended last month, raising concerns about the reliability of the airlines' testing protocol.

Samuel Wong reports.

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Hong Kong tightens entry rules amid new COVID-19 outbreaks

Hong Kong is tightening its entry requirements for some new arrivals in a bid to reduce the risk of imported cases of COVID-19. Seven countries are being targeted by the measures, including Singapore, where a recent outbreak has further delayed a much anticipated quarantine-free travel bubble with Hong Kong.

Richard Kimber reports.

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Biden's taxes show 50% decrease in earnings during presidential bid

US President Joe Biden has released his tax returns showing he earned
about fifty percent less last year during his bid for the presidency.

It marks a return to the US tradition of presidents releasing their
returns - a tradition broken by former president Donald Trump.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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Monday, May 17, 2021

Biden stops short of calling for a ceasefire in call with Netanyahu

US President Joe Biden has again stopped short of calling for a ceasefire in the Middle East after another telephone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.


But the White House says the President will support one if the Israeli and Hamas agree to lay down their weapons.


Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.


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Biden expresses support of Israel-Gaza "ceasefire"

In a call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President
Joe Biden has expressed America's support for a ceasefire, the first
time he's publicly done so.

However, the Biden administration - an ally of Israel - did not demand
an immediate end to the violence that has been raging for more than a
week.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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U.S. stocks fall as inflation fears persist

U.S. stocks lost ground on Monday as inflation concerns continue to
rattle investor sentiment.

The three major indexes all closed down but it's the tech sector that
has again seen the heaviest losses.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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US to Ship Millions More Vaccine Doses Overseas

The US is planning to send an additional 20 million COVID-19 vaccines abroad by the end of June. That's in addition to the 60 million doses of AstraZeneca vaccine the US has committed to sharing by July 4th. 

US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has more. 

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WHO WARNS OF COVAX VACCINE SHORTFALL

The World Health Organization wants manufacturers to bring forward deliveries of Covid-19 vaccines to its COVAX scheme, which is designed to help distribute doses to nations equitably around the world.

At the moment, it faces a 190 million dose shortfall by the end of next month.

Stuart Smith has more from Brussels.

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Long hours at work kills hundreds of thousands

A new study has found that long working hours contribute to the deaths
of hundreds of thousands of people.

According to the World Health Organization, working 55 hours per week
or more can increase the risk of stroke by 35 percent.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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France confirms $1.5bn loan to Sudan at summit in Paris

France has said it will help Sudan settle its debt arrears with the International Monetary Fund by lending it $1.5 billion dollars.

The announcement came at a summit in Paris where heads of state, investors and activists gathered to discuss Sudan's ongoing transition to democracy.

Ross Cullen reports.

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AT&T announces media department merger with Discovery

US telecoms giant AT&T has announced plans to merge its media
department with Discovery to form a new company.

It's expected to rival big streaming services like Netflix and Disney Plus.

Sarah Walton reports

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Outcry Over Size of Uganda's New Parliament

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Uganda is swearing in a new parliament amid uproar from the public over its size.

529 Members of Parliament, the highest number in the history of the country, started taking oath on Monday. The event will last till Thursday.

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U.S. Supreme Court to hear Mississippi abortion law appeal


The U.S. Supreme Court will take up a major abortion case from Mississippi later this year.

The legislation could challenge the landmark Roe versus Wade ruling from the 1970s, which made access to abortion a constitutional right.

Giles Gibson reports from Washington.

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EU, US freeze tariffs in steel dispute

The EU and US have reached a temporary truce in an ongoing dispute over steel and aluminum tariffs.

Both sides say they will resume talks on the issue of overcapacity, which has driven a wedge between the allies for more than two years.

Toni Waterman has more from Brussels.

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COVID restrictions ease in UK -- as PM urges caution

Prime Minister Boris Johnson is urging caution as much of the UK eases coronavirus restrictions. 


May 17th marks the next stage on the government's roadmap out of lockdown, meaning millions can now socialise indoors and hug loved ones.


The ban on foreign travel has also been lifted.

 

From London, Benji Hyer reports.


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LOCKDOWN EASES IN UK

Covid-19 lockdown restrictions are easing for millions of Britons.

Indoor hospitality is reopening in England, along with museums, cinemas, concert halls and hotels.

It comes despite concerns about the spread of a coronavirus variant first identified in India.

Business Minister Kwasi Kwarteng says he also expects the next round of lockdown easing will be able to go ahead as planned in June.

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