Thursday, July 15, 2021

India bans Mastercard from issuing new cards

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India's central bank has banned Mastercard from issuing new debit and credit cards to domestic customers for violating data storage rules.

The move comes as an enormous blow to the US company in an important market.

Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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India and China agree to resolve border crisis

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India and China have once agreed to put an end to the border standoff.

The foreign ministers of the two countries met on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit.

They've agreed to make progress but, experts say there's still a lack of faith in the relationship.

Ishan Garg reports.

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Edit - Covid numbers in Sydney levelling out.

New covid infections in the Australian state of New South Wales are at their lowest levels in four days, with 65 cases of locally acquired infections being recorded in the last 24 hours.


The states Premier Glady Berejiklian says the drop in new infections is reassuring, but with 28 of the new cases having circulated in the community while infectious, its vital that people continue to observe the lockdown laws.


Shaun Bindley reports.


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Covid numbers in Sydney levelling out.

New covid infections in the Australian state of New South Wales are at their lowest levels in four days, with 65 cases of locally acquired infections being recorded in the last 24 hours.


The states Premier Glady Berejiklian says the drop in new infections is reassuring, but with 28 of the new cases having circulated in the community while infectious, its vital that people continue to observe the lockdown laws.


Shaun Bindley reports.


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TOKYO REPORTS OVER 1100 NEW COVID-19 CASES; NEW CLUSTER AT HOTEL HOSTING OLYMPIC ATHLETES

Now under a fresh state of emergency, Tokyo has reported more than eleven hundred new COVID-19 infections, the first time in half a year. And, a cluster of infections occurred in a hotel hosting a Brazilian delegation of athletes, just over a week before the Olympic Opening Ceremony. John Matthews has more in Tokyo.

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China to Send Largest Overseas Olympics Delegation to Tokyo

China will send its largest ever delegation to an overseas Olympics.

It comprises 777 people, including 431 athletes that will compete in a total of 225 events.

Patrick Fok has more from Beijing.

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DOJ watchdog finds FBI failings in USA gymnastics abuse investigation

A US Justice Department watchdog report has found the FBI failed to adequately pursue abuse allegations against the former doctor for the USA gymnastics team.

Larry Nassar has been accused of abusing hundreds of girls and women and is in effect serving life in prison.

Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave reports.

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White House launches program to relocate Afghans who helped US

The White House is launching a new program to relocate Afghan nationals who helped the US during it's 20-year long war in the country.

Operation Allies Refuge will provide flights to eligible Afghan nationals and their families starting at the end of this month.

Those eligible will need to apply or already be part of a special visa programme.

Sarah Walton reports

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Judge Rules Britney Spears Can Hire Her Own Lawyer

A judge has ruled that Britney Spears will be able to hire her own lawyer in her ongoing battle to end her controversial conservatorship.

The pop star accused her father and others of abusing their court-appointed roles managing her business and personal affairs.

US Correspondent Ira Spitzer has more


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Wednesday, July 14, 2021

Fed comments give the markets a lift

It was a mixed close for the U.S. markets Wednesday but comments from
the Federal Reserve eased some Wall Street jitters.

And earnings season continues to gather momentum.

William Denselow reports from New York.


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Former US President George W. Bush warns of civilian slaughter in Afghanistan after US troop withdrawal

Former US President George W. Bush says he thinks the American troop withdrawal from Afghanistan is a "mistake", and he's warning the Biden administration that the slaughter of civilians is likely to follow if the Taliban retakes control of the country.


Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.


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Covid-19 case surge in U.S. as Delta variant spreads

Covid-19 infection rates are again on the rise in the United States as
the Delta variant continues to spread.

The number of daily cases has now doubled over the past three weeks.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.

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EU to unveil landmark climate policy plan

The European Union is to unveil a landmark climate plan to phase out fossil fuels.

The 'Fit for 55' package will aim to transform the bloc's economy, and position Europe as a world leader on climate change. 

But years of difficult negotiations are expected between European capitols. 

Lucy Hough has more from Brussels. 

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UK INFLATION RATES HIT 2.5 PER CENT

The UK inflation rate has risen to its highest levels in almost three years - hitting 2.5 per cent. Experts believe the increase is linked to restrictions easing and the economy unlocking. Laura Makin-Isherwood reports.


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Masks soon no longer legal requirement in England -- EXCEPT on London transport

People taking public transport in London must still wear masks, even after they no longer become mandatory in England. 


Most of the country's remaining coronavirus restrictions are being lifted on Monday, but London's Mayor says he's not prepared to relax rules on face coverings on trains and busses in the capital, as Benji Hyer reports. 


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UGANDA OKAYS MIXING PFIZER, ASTRAZENECA VACCINES


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Uganda's Health ministry has approved the use of the Pfizer-Biontech Covid-19 vaccine.


It'll be used alongside the AstraZeneca jab which is already being rolled out.


Leon Solomon reports from Kampala.


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Government will oppose bail for looters

German intelligence chief sounds alarm on ISIS resurgence

Just as America winds down its combat operations in Iraq, Germany's top intelligence officer has made a very public warning about the resurging strength of ISIS. 

The Head of the country's Foreign Intelligence Agency has told German media the terror group is growing in strength and has called for Europe to do more to slow its growth.

From Berlin, Trent Murray reports

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Nine COVID-19 Unit Staff At Dar Airport Suspended for Absenteeism

Tanzania's Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health Prof Abel Makubi has suspended nine staff at Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA)'s COVID-19 Testing Unit in Dar es Salaam for absenteeism.


Isaac Lukando reports. 


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FACE COVERINGS TO REMAIN COMPULSORY ON LONDON TRANSPORT

Face coverings will remain compulsory on buses, tubes and trams in London, despite England's legal covid-19 restrictions ending on Monday.

London's Mayor Sadiq Khan has asked the city's transport authorities to make it a "condition of carriage" - saying he's concerned only having advisory guidance on masks will put passengers and staff at risk.

The government's being accused of creating a confusing situation, but Transport Secretary Grant Shapps says the decision's in line with what he expected.

These commuters at Charing Cross station in central London have mixed views.

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