GERMANY'S COVID 'STATE OF EMERGENCY' TO END IN NOVEMBER

Germany has outlined new plans for how it manages the Covid-19 pandemic, with senior party leaders agreeing the official state of emergency should come to an end. 

It means several restrictions will now be put on hold, while some other measures will remain in place until early next year. 

From Berlin, Trent Murray reports. 

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Artworks taken by France in 19th century to be returned to Benin

Thrones, statues and masks are among the 26 pieces of art and cultural heritage that will be returned by France to Benin next month.

The furniture and sculptures were taken after fighting between France and the Kingdom of Dahomey (PRON: Da-oh-mey) in Benin in the late 1800s.

From FSN's bureau in Paris, here's Ross Cullen.

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India's Supreme Court orders probe into Pegasus snooping allegations

India's top court has ordered an independent probe into allegations that the government used Israeli spyware Pegasus to snoop on critics, journalists and opposition leaders.

The Indian government has denied the allegations, saying no illegal surveillance was carried out but has refused to confirm or deny if the spyware was used.

Neha Poonia has more.

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UK BUDGET DAY

UK finance minister Rishi Sunak will set out his budget later (1130G) describing it as preparation "for a new economy" post-Covid.

The Chancellor will promise rising wages, money for the National Health Service and investment in transport.

But he's under pressure to tackle the rising cost of living.

Jake Karia runs a food manufacturer and says he wants to see more to address labour shortages.

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Delta sub-lineage AY.4.2 found in six Indian states

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The AY 4 2 variant of the novel coronavirus is causing concern in India after potentially leading to surges in several European nations.

The sub-lineage of the highly transmissible Delta variant has been discovered in six states.

With millions still unvaccinated in the country, experts are worried about a surge in infections.

Ishan Garg reports.

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Japan’s LDP set to lose seats but retain comfortable majority

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party is projected to lose seats in the general election held Sunday, according to a local media poll. However, it looks set to retain a majority with the cooperation of its coalition partner.

Phoebe Amoroso reports from Tokyo.

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Australia - No exemptions for unvaccinated tennis players despite Prime Ministers guarantee.

The Premier of the state of Victoria, which hosts the Australian Tennis Open, says unvaccinated players will not be granted an exemption to enter Australia to play the January tournament.

This comes in response to the Australian Prime Ministers Scott Morrison statement that unvaccinated players would be allowed into Australia for the tournament, but would need to quarantine for two weeks.

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Hong Kong activist group struck off Companies Registry

Hong Kong authorities have removed a high profile activist group from the city's Companies Registry, accusing it of trying to "subvert state power." The government says the move is in the public interest, but activists say it's "unnecessary" and "unreasonable."

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.

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US FDA authorises Pfizer jab for 5 - 11-year-olds

Children in the US could soon be vaccinated against covid-19

The Food and Drug Administration advisory panel has recommended authorising the Pfizer jab for children aged 5 to eleven.

It says the benefits of the shot outweigh any other health risks.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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Strong earnings results boost US markets

Strong earrings results helped boost the US markets on Tuesday.

A number of major tech companies also released their results after the
closing bell.

Sarah Walton reports.

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Washington revokes China telecom license over national security

Washington has revoked the operating license of China Telecom.

It's the latest major Chinese firm to have its rights withdrawn, over U.S. national security concerns.

Caroline Malone reports.

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Buckingham Palace: Queen will NOT attend Cop26 in person

The Queen will not participate in the Cop26 climate change summit in person.

Instead of traveling to Glasgow, Buckingham Palace says the 95 year old monarch will record a video message for the gathering instead.

The news comes just days after her doctors urged her to rest after she spent a night in hospital a week ago.

Royal commentator Peter Hunt.

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UN climate report warns of risks of missing COP climate targets

A UN climate report has warned that countries face disastrous temperature rises if they fail to strengthen climate ambitions. 

The report has said current pledges would only reduce carbon by 7% by 2030.

It comes ahead of the COP26 summit which starts this Sunday in Glasgow.

Lucy Hough has more from Brussels. 

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US pledges $100m to ASEAN in face of growing Chinese influence

US president Joe Biden has announced more than $100 million to support Southeast Asia in the face of growing Chinese influence.

He made the pledge at the start of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Summit - a yearly meeting of ten southeast Asian countries.

From Washington Kate Fisher reports

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UN Secretary General: "Climate crisis is a code red for humanity."

The UN Secretary General has described the climate crisis as a code
red for humanity.

It comes just six days before many world leaders are due to gather for
the COP26 environment summit in Glasgow.

Sarah Walton reports

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U.S. experts consider vaccines for 5-11-year-olds

The panel of experts for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is
deciding whether to approve the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine for children.

It could mean 5-11-year-olds are eligible for doses as early as next month.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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UN report finds emissions cut pledges insufficient

A new United Nations report has found that current global pledges to
curb emissions will fail to prevent a dangerous rise in temperatures.

This comes just days before world leaders are set to gather in
Glasgow, Scotland, for a major climate summit.

William Denselow reports from UN headquarters in New York.

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China imposes fresh restrictions to battle Delta variant

China has locked down a city of four million, in an effort to stamp out a spike in coronavirus cases.

The city involved, Lanzhou, has seen six news cases, and residents have been told to shelter in place, unless they have an emergency.

Beijing residents have also been told not to leave or enter the city. Tuesday’s latest restrictions come as China reported 29 new cases nationally.

Nina-Maria Potts has more:

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PUBLIC SECTOR PAY FREEZE IN UK SET TO BE LIFTED

Public sector workers in the UK are set to see their wages rise once again, when a pay-freeze is lifted next year. The Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, is set to deliver his plans for the next financial year in his Autumn Budget tomorrow…unions say any lift needs to take increased living costs into account.

Laura Makin-Isherwood reports.

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Germany's new Parliament sits for first time

A month after national elections, Germany's new Parliament is to sit for the first time. 

The group of new lawmakers will begin taking their seats in the chamber, as coalition talks continue to form a parliamentary majority. 

The occasion marks an official end to Chancellor Angela Merkel's time leading Germany, but as Berlin Correspondent Trent Murray explains, she will still be required to stick around a little while longer. 

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