Tuesday, September 28, 2021

US stocks fall as Treasury yields rise

The U.S. markets posted heavy losses Tuesday as Treasury yields rose
to the highest level seen in around three months.

And those fears over a possible government shutdown also weighed on
investor sentiment.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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UK Prime Minister urges people to stop panic-buying and insists fuel shortage situation is improving

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has urged people to stop panic buying after numerous petrol stations across the nation ran out of fuel.


Industry experts say there is no shortage of fuel supply in the UK, instead, the issue lies with a lack of heavy goods vehicles drivers to deliver it.


Chris Jones has more in London


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U.S. military chiefs defend withdrawal from Afghanistan in Senate hearing

Lawmakers are questioning top U.S. military leaders over the withdrawal from Afghanistan in a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing.

They have been responding to questions over tactical decisions during chaotic evacuations, and on future counterterrorism operations.

Caroline Malone reports from Washington.


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New York sees late vaccination surge ahead of mandate

New York has seen a surge in the number of hospital and nursing home
employees getting Covid-19 vaccinations.

Monday was the last day that healthcare workers could operate in the
state without a shot.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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EU unveils $6.3billion emergency Brexit fund

The European Union has approved a $6.3billion emergency fund aimed to help businesses tackle the short-term effects of Brexit. 

The money will cover extra costs and any losses since the UK's departure from the EU. 

Lucy Hough has more. 

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Top US military commander: Afghanistan could be terror haven within 12 months

The US Congress has heard warnings that Afghanistan could serve as a haven for ISIS terror attacks in as little as a year following the botched US military withdrawal from Afghanistan.


The Senate Armed Services Committee has been taking testimony from Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, General Mark Milley, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and General Frank McKenzie, the head of US Central Command.


General Milley told Senators it's obvious the Afghan operation did not end on the terms that America wanted.


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Under questioning from Republican Senator James Inhofe, General McKenzie said he had backed a Pentagon plan to maintain 2500 US troops in Afghanistan, and he appeared to challenge claims by President Biden that those recommendations never reached the Oval Office desk.


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Oil prices soar to 3 year high with no signs of slowing down

Oil prices have soared past the $80 a barrel mark for the first time in three years, as global energy prices continue to skyrocket.

And with demand far outstripping supply, prices are only expected to climb higher.

Toni Waterman has more from Washington.

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Pfizer BioNTech covid vaccine trial for under 12s shows 'promising' results

Pfizer and BioNtech have submitted to the US Food and Drug
Administration showing the result of a trial of their Covid-19 vaccine
on children under 12.

They've described the results as promising.

Sarah Walton reports

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FURTHER CHARGES FOR NAVALNY & STAFF

Jailed Russian anti-corruption campaigner Alexey Navalny has been hit with further charges by Russia's federal prosecutor.

He's accused of founding an extremist organisation, along with two of his close associates.

Other people who worked for the FBK anti-corruption organisation have been charged with illegal participation.

Stuart Smith reports from Moscow.

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Greece to buy three warships from France in new defence alliance

Greece is going to buy three frigates from France as part of a deal to create a new defence alliance between the two countries.

The announcement came as the Greek prime minister met the French president and unveiled a deeper "strategic partnership".

Ross Cullen reports from Paris.

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British army on standby to deliver fuel amid panic buying

The UK has put its army on standby after fears of supply shortages sparked panic buying at petrol stations across the country. 


Up to 150 military tanker drivers are preparing to help deliver fuel following days of long queues and pump closures. 


From London, Benji Hyer reports.  


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Controversial new law in India's Rajasthan allows child marriages to be legally registered, sparks uproar

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A controversial new law allowing child marriages to be registered in India's Rajasthan is facing strong criticism

Activists say the amendment legitimizes Child marriage.

The practice of often forcibly marrying minors has since long existed in the Western Indian state.

But is widely recognized as a social evil as Ishan Garg reports from New Delhi.

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China condemns Britain for Taiwan Strait warship mission

China is condemning the U.K. for sailing a warship through the Taiwan strait.


The U.K. says the route is in line with international law.


But Beijing says it reflects "evil intentions" and undermines regional stability.


Samuel Wong reports.


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Japan to end state of emergency

The Japanese government is set to end the state of emergency in Tokyo and 18 other prefectures this week as Covid-19 infections continue to decline. Areas under a less strict quasi-state of emergency will also see restrictions lifted.

Phoebe Amoroso reports from Tokyo.

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Monday, September 27, 2021

US & Singapore praise strong relationship as they renew ASEAN training programme

US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken and Singaporean Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan have praised the strong and long standing relationship between their two countries, as they signed a memorandum of understanding renewing the Singapore-United States Third Country Training Programme, for the tenth year. 


The scheme aims to develop resilient institutions in Southeast Asia through training government officials to address challenges like climate change, pandemics and cyber security.


From Washington, Kate Fisher reports


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Infrastructure and Covid dominate Wall St. sentiment

It was a choppy start to the trading week as investors eye progress on
a $1 trillion infrastructure bill.

And Covid-19 figures also had a bearing on U.S. stocks.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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R. Kelly found guilty on all charges in sex trafficking case

A federal jury has found R. Kelly guilty on all 9 counts in his sex trafficking case, including racketeering.

The conviction could land the R&B singer in jail for decades.

Toni Waterman has more from Washington.


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Biden gets Covid-19 booster

US President Joe Biden has received the Covid-19 booster vaccine,
urging all Americans "to do the right thing" and get vaccinated.

His administration is still trying to encourage millions of Americans
- almost a quarter of the adult population - who are refusing to get
vaccinated.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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New York vaccine deadline approaches

Monday is the last day for hospital and nursing home staff to get a
Covid-19 vaccine shot.

Officials say it's a needed step in the fight against the pandemic but
some warn the move could lead to major staffing shortages.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Facebook hits the breaks on ‘Instagram Kids’

Facebook said Monday that it was pausing work on Instagram Kids, the highly controversial project meant for children aged 10 to 12 years old.

The pause comes after a Wall Street Journal report revealed that Facebook's own research found the Instagram app to be toxic for teenagers.

Toni Waterman has more from Washington.


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