Monday, July 12, 2021

EASTERN DRC KILLINGS

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At least 20 people have been killed in clashes between the army and a militia in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

The fighting broke out on Sunday in the eastern territory of Minembwe. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa.

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Ugandan Man Arrested for Lying About President Museveni's Death

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Ugandan Police have arrested One a man for allegedly spreading false information that Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni was dead.

This follows directives by the president to have those announcing his death arrested.

Isabel Nakirya reports

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Germany looks to move away from measuring Covid-19 incidence rates

German health experts are reportedly preparing to change the way they measure Covid-19 levels in the community. 

The move would mark a significant shift in how Europe's biggest economy manages future lockdowns - and comes as new data reveals that almost 60 percent of the German population have received at least one vaccine shot. 

From Berlin, Trent Murray reports. 

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UK PM TO APPROVE 'FREEDOM DAY' FOR JULY 19TH

Boris Johnson's set to confirm later (16G) that England's economy will fully unlock on July 19th.

He's expected to tell the country that remaining coronavirus restrictions can be removed.

But the Prime Minister will urge caution and warn that covid-19 cases will continue to rise.

Health minister Ed Argar says it will be a shift away from strict legislation.

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UK PM CONDEMNS RACIST ABUSE OF ENGLAND PLAYERS

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's condemned racial abuse of England footballers on social media after they lost on penalties in the final of Euro 2020.

London police are investigating abuse directed at players who missed their spot-kicks.

Boris Johnson says those responsible for the racist messages should be ashamed of themselves.

Most England fans are paying tribute to the team which reached a first major final in 55 years.

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Lighting strike kills at least 11 in India's Jaipur.

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A lightning strike has killed at least eleven in India's Jaipur.

Multiple strikes were reported in the state as North India gears up for heavy rainfall.

Experts say this means such incidents could be repeated in the near future.

Ishan Garg has more.

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Italy win Euro 2020

Italy are the winners of the Euro 2020 Championship after beating England 3-2 on penalties.

Both sides had drawn 1-all before the tense shootout that ultimately ended in heartbreak for the Three Lions.

Laura-Makin-Isherwood reports from London.

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US investigators offering help to Haiti following President Moise's assassination.

US investigators are travelling to Haiti to offer their help following the assassination of the country's President.

Jovenel Moise was shot dead on July 7th at his home in Port-au-Prince.

Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave reports.

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China protests against expansion of US’ economic blacklist

China says it "resolutely opposes" US economic sanctions that have blacklisted 23 Chinese entities, over alleged human rights abuses and military ties.


Beijing says the move is an "unreasonable suppression" of Chinese companies.


Samuel Wong reports.


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Tokyo enters 4th state of emergency

Tokyo has entered its fourth state of emergency as coronavirus cases once again rise across the capital. The move comes less than two weeks before the start of the Olympic Games.


Phoebe Amoroso reports from Tokyo.


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Richard Branson flies to edge of space in Virgin Galactic Craft

Richard Branson says it's the "dawn of a new space age" after he flew to the edge of space in his own Virgin Galactic spacecraft.

It was the company's first test flight with a full crew, and it rocketed more than 50 miles above the Earth before gliding back safely to the runway at Spaceport America in New Mexico.

Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave reports.

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Sunday, July 11, 2021

Tanzania records 408 new Covid-19 cases

Tanzania has recorded 408 new Covid-19 hospilizations since the third wave of the viral disease broke out across the globe.

 The country's health minister Dr. Dorothy Gwajima is asking the public to be vigilant as the number of COVID-19 patients in the country rises. 

 

Isaac Lukando reports.


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Saturday, July 10, 2021

Haiti requests US troops to safeguard critical infrastructure following Presidential assassination

Haiti says it's asking the US to provide military force to help "stabilize" the situation after the assassination of the country's President on Wednesday.


The White House says FBI and homeland security officials are heading to the Haitian capital to join the investigation into the killing.


Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.


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Friday, July 9, 2021

CDC Says Vaccinated Teachers and Students Don't Need Masks

The US Centers for Disease Control says that teachers and students who are vaccinated against COVID-19 don't need to wear masks in school.


The agency also urged schools to stay open even if they're unable to adhere to all recommended prevention strategies such as social distancing.


US Correspondent Ira Spitzer has more


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US markets week ahead: Q2 earnings kick off and eyes on rate of US recovery


Looking ahead to US markets, second-quarter earnings season kicks off next week, with major banks due to post results Tuesday. 


Markets will be looking at financials to see how the economy has recovered and gauge where it's going, and at consumer prices and retail sales to gauge inflation levels and spending momentum.


From our New York bureau, Liling Tan reports. 


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U.S. President Biden signs Executive Order to boost competition

U.S. President Biden signed an executive order on Friday that aims to promote competition in the American economy.

It includes wide-ranging actions to crackdown on anti-competitive practises covering industries from tech to pharma and transportation.

FSN's Caroline Malone reports from Washington.

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White House: U.S. President Joe Biden urges Russia's Vladimir Putin to crack down on hackers


The White House says U.S. President Joe Biden urged his Russian counterpart to take action on "ransomware groups" operating in his country during a phone call on Friday.

Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin also discussed a last-minute deal brokered by the U.S. and Russia at the United Nations to maintain aid to Syria.

Our Washington correspondent Giles Gibson has more.

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Pentagon voices concern over Taliban advances

As the US military prepares to pull out of Afghanistan, the Pentagon
has confirmed a worsening security situation, with the Taliban
claiming it now controls 85% of the country.

The Biden administration is urging the Afghan military to step up an
offensive to counter the militant group.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Pfizer-BioNTech request approval for third booster shot

European and American health regulators are being asked to consider approving an additional booster shot against Covid-19. 

The request comes from Pfizer-BioNTech, who say new data suggests their vaccine may need a top-up to ensure antibody levels don't fall over time. 

From Berlin, Trent Murray reports. 

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TALIBAN ASSURES SURROUNDING COUNTRIES IT WILL RESPECT BORDERS

The Taliban has assured Russia it will not violate the Tajikistan or Uzbekistan border, as its forces continue seizing territory previously controlled by the Afghanistan government.

After meeting with Russian officials in Moscow, a Taliban spokesperson said Russia "was not worried" about the prospect of Taliban governance.

But Russia has not recalled a contingent of 6000 soldiers on their way to an ex-Soviet military base near the Tajik-Afghan border.

Stuart Smith reports from Moscow.

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