The S&P and Nasdaq closed at all-time highs in Thursday trading,
spurred on by better-than-expected jobless claims data.
But Ford saw sales slide more than 30% last month, as the global chips
shortage continues to hurt carmakers.
Nick Harper reports.
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Thursday, September 2, 2021
Biden warns of climate crisis as storms and wildfires rage in US
US president Joe Biden has said the devastation wrought by Hurricane Ida, in addition to wildfires in the western US, is proof that "the climate crisis is here".
Speaking at the White House he said the US must be better prepared in the future.
Kate fisher reports from Washington
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Insecurity in Darfur - Sudan
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Insecurity in Darfur, western Sudan, is reportedly deteriorating rapidly
This is attributed to the widespread presence of rebel groups, the withdrawal of the United Nations–African Union Mission in Darfur (UNAMID) forces, coupled with increased local banditry and ongoing conflicts between different ethnic groups.
Naba Mohiedeen has more
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Uganda Probes Medical Student Death After COVID-19 Vaccine
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Authorities in Uganda are investigating the alleged death of a medical student which took place two weeks after she got the AstraZeneca jab.
Vaccination is voluntary in Uganda but it's a requirement for Medical students to get vaccinated before reporting back to school.
Isabel Nakirya reports.
Vaccination is voluntary in Uganda but it's a requirement for Medical students to get vaccinated before reporting back to school.
Isabel Nakirya reports.
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US says cooperation with Taliban "possible"
The Pentagon says working with the Taliban in Afghanistan against
ISIS-K is "possible", but military chiefs remain wary.
The US is reassessing its relationship with the Taliban to ensure it
can continue counter terrorism in the region.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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ISIS-K is "possible", but military chiefs remain wary.
The US is reassessing its relationship with the Taliban to ensure it
can continue counter terrorism in the region.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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New US unemployment claims hit pandemic low
New jobless claims in the US have fallen to the lowest level since the
start of the pandemic.
Analysts say it's a sign the labor market is continuing to recover
despite the threat of the Delta variant.
Sarah Walton reports.
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start of the pandemic.
Analysts say it's a sign the labor market is continuing to recover
despite the threat of the Delta variant.
Sarah Walton reports.
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At least eight dead in New York area after historic rains
A least eight people have died in New York and New Jersey as
post-tropical cyclone barreled up the U.S. east coast.
New York City saw record amounts of rainfall overnight bringing
transportation to a near standstill.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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post-tropical cyclone barreled up the U.S. east coast.
New York City saw record amounts of rainfall overnight bringing
transportation to a near standstill.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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South Africa unable to host Afghan refugees
South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation says that the country is unable to receive Afghan refugees who have sought refuge in Pakistan. The statement is a response to what government refers to as ‘overtures’ made to the country to consider receiving a number of Afghan refugees. Mark Roughton reports.
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Record flooding kills 8 in New York, search and rescue operations continuing
A state of emergency has been declared across the New York region after record-breaking floods killed at least 8 people, and took residents largely by surprise.
What were forecast to be just the 'remnants' of Hurricane Ida closed Newark International Airport, flooded large segments of the New York subway system and turned highways into rivers.
Our US Correspondent Simon Marks reports.
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UK: WE WILL ENGAGE WITH TALIBAN
UK Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab says there is a need for engagement with the Taliban over Afghanistan.
He's in Doha for talks with Qatari officials on issues including the safe passage out of Afghanistan for those who need it.
Dominic Raab says the Taliban will be judged on their actions rather than their words.
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He's in Doha for talks with Qatari officials on issues including the safe passage out of Afghanistan for those who need it.
Dominic Raab says the Taliban will be judged on their actions rather than their words.
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ARMED MEN KILL FOUR
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At least four people have been killed and several others taken hostage by armed men who attacked a convoy in the northeast of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The armed men burnt 14 vehicles that were being escorted by the Congolese army and UN peacekeepers before taking the civilians hostage. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa.
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Nigeria's Zamfara state shuts schools, imposes curfew after mass abduction of students
The government of Zamfara state in northwest Nigeria has shut down schools across the state and imposed a curfew following Wednesday's abduction of 73 students from a public school.
Phil Ihaza reports from Abuja
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UK PROMISES FUNDING AS SCHOOLS RETURN
The UK government's promising a billion pounds for schools to help students who have fallen behind over the pandemic.
They say it'll support six million pupils in England and Wales over the next three years.
Many are returning to the classroom in the UK this week, with covid-19 safety measures having been eased.
Education secretary Gavin Williamson is hoping it will be a more normal school year.
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They say it'll support six million pupils in England and Wales over the next three years.
Many are returning to the classroom in the UK this week, with covid-19 safety measures having been eased.
Education secretary Gavin Williamson is hoping it will be a more normal school year.
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Indian Kashmir Separatist Leader Geelani Dies
Indian Kashmiri separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani died on Wednesday night in Srinagar at the age of 92 following a prolonged illness. [PRO shree-nag-ar]
Geelani's death has prompted authorities to deploy troops in the city and shut down the internet in an effort to prevent potential violence.
Our correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.
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Geelani's death has prompted authorities to deploy troops in the city and shut down the internet in an effort to prevent potential violence.
Our correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.
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Australia – State to ease restrictions as vaccine rate reaches 70%
With 70% of its population having now recieved the first dose of coronavirus vaccine, the Premier of the state of New South Wales has relax some restrictions in virus hotspots.
This is despite the state having recorded another 1,288 new infections overnight.
Shaun Bindley reports
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Moderna to recall COVID-19 doses in Japan over stainless steel contaminants
Moderna and its Japanese distributor Takeda Pharmaceutical said they were working with Japanese authorities to recall three batches of COVID-19 vaccine due to contamination. The recall comes after an investigation found stainless steel particles in some vials.
Phoebe Amoroso has more from Tokyo.
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Taiwan Warns China Can Paralyze its Defences
Taiwan says China's armed forces have the ability to paralyze the island's defences in a stark assessment of the risk Beijing poses.
That's according to the Taiwan Defence Ministry's annual report, revealing a far more serious view than it did a year ago.
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Hong Kong police investigate protester support fund
Hong Kong police have launched an investigation into a local group that provides financial assistance to anti-government protesters. Police say the organisation may have violated the city's controversial national security law.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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Purdue Pharma Bankruptcy Plan Shields Sacklers
A bankruptcy settlement has dissolved Purdue Pharma, the maker of the highly addictive painkiller OxyContin.
That clears the way to resolve thousands of opioid lawsuits, but critics say it shields the family that owns the drug maker.
US Correspondent Rachel Silverman reports from Oakland.
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Wednesday, September 1, 2021
Nasdaq kicks of September with new record close
The Nasdaq hit a new record close to start the month of September.
But investors also reacted to disappointing new jobs figures.
Sarah Walton reports from New York.
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But investors also reacted to disappointing new jobs figures.
Sarah Walton reports from New York.
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