Australia – Northern Territory records first covid death

Australia's Northern Territory has had its first Covid-19 death.

The 78-year-old First Nations woman , from a remote community near the town of Katherine, has become the first person in the Territory to die from the virus, passing away overnight in Royal Darwin Hospital..

Her infection was linked to the regional cluster which currently stands at 60 cases.

Shaun Bindley reports.

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NFL Suspends Players Accused of Using Fake Vaccination Cards

The National Football League has suspended three players in the United States for misrepresenting their COVID-19 vaccine status. 

The NFL says the players acquired fake vaccination cards.  

Rachel Silverman has details. 

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U.S. stocks rebound from Omicron selloff

U.S. stocks rebounded Thursday after the first reported case of the
Covid-19 Omicron variant was reported in the U.S. this week.

The travel sector saw some major gains despite the Biden
administration tightening public health measures.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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'Nothing is off the table': White House responds to spread of Omicron coronavirus variant

U.S. President Biden reiterated plans on Thursday to protect Ameicans against the new Omicron variant.

White House press secretary Jen Psaki said earlier that 'nothing is off the table' when it comes to controlling the spread of the virus.

Caroline Malone reports from Washington.

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US to restart “Remain in Mexico” policy for asylum seekers

Migrants who cross the southern US border seeking asylum will again be sent back to Mexico while their immigration claims are processed. 

It comes as a result of an agreement between the US and Mexico to restart a controversial program introduced by former US president Donald Trump. 

Ira Spitzer has more from California.

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AU says banning African countries is wrong

The African Union says banning travel from African countries because of the new Omicron COVID-19 variant is "regrettable."

According to the World Health Organization, only 4 out of 24 countries that have identified cases of Omicron are in Africa, but many governments have restricted travel from several nations in the southern part of the continent.

Coletta Wanjohi reports from Nairobi: 

 

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Biden tightens testing requirements for incoming travelers to USA

President Biden has announced new Covid-19 testing requirements for international travelers heading to the United States for the holiday season.

He's also pledged to donate 200 million doses of vaccines to the global community within the next 100 days.

The President said the severity of the Omicron variant requires continuing study, and he again urged more than 100 million Americans who have NOT yet received a booster shot to make plans to get one.

His main announcement was about travel.

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He also extended facemask requirements for buses, trains and aeroplanes until the spring.

But he did not unveil tougher measures that the White House Press Secretary confirmed today have been discussed, including the possibility of requiring a negative Covid test for domestic travel.

Psychologist details grooming process in Maxwell trial

A psychologist has taken the stand in Ghislaine Maxwell's sex
trafficking trial detailing how sexual abusers of children will often
groom them.

The British socialite is accused of recruiting and grooming young
girls who were sexually abused by the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Second US Omicron case travelled to New York for convention

A second case of the Omicron variant of Covid-19 has been confirmed in
the United States.

The Minnesota resident recently travelled to New York City for a convention.

Sarah Walton reports

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Unemployment data points to improving US economy

New unemployment claims in the US have increased by less than expected.

The number of people losing their jobs across the country has also
fallen to its lowest level in nearly three years.

Sarah Walton reports

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Relatives of COVID-19 victims in UK call for apology after reports of Downing Street lockdown party

In the UK, relatives of coronavirus victims say reports of a Christmas party held at Number 10 Downing Street during a lockdown last year are "sickening."

According to the Daily Mirror newspaper, staff at the Prime Minister's official residence broke rules that were in place in December 2020.

Giles Gibson reports from London.

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GERMANY CLAMPS DOWN ON UNVACCINATED WITH NEW RULES

Germany has announced tough new Covid-19 restrictions for unvaccinated people. 

Under the plans, people who haven't had their shots will be banned from most types of businesses and public spaces. 

From Berlin, Trent Murray has 

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India detects the first two cases of the Omicron variant in the country

India's Ministry of Health has confirmed that two cases of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 have been detected in the country.

The ministry reported that the patients have mild symptoms so far, and asked people not to panic.

Sreoshi Mukherjee has more on this story.

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MEGHAN WINS LATEST STAGE OF LEGAL FIGHT WITH NEWSPAPER

The Duchess of Sussex has won the latest stage in a legal wrangling with a British newspaper - after it published parts of a letter she sent to her father. The Court of Appeal rejected attempts by The Mail on Sunday's publisher to bring the case to trial. Laura Makin-Isherwood reports.

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Russia and U.S. foreign ministers to meet in Stockholm

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will meet on Thursday on the sidelines of the OSCE ministerial council in Stockholm. Their talks come as the U.S. accuses Russia of preparing to invade Ukraine. Julia Chapman has more.

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MERKEL LEADS EMERGENCY COVID-19 MEETING

In Germany, further lockdown measures could be on the cards, as lawmakers meet to discuss the country's response to a growing number of new Covid-19 cases. 

The meeting comes as doctors warn that intensive care capacity is running out at a number of major hospitals. 

From Berlin, Trent Murray reports. 

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India's New Advisory for International Arrivals Leaves Passengers Agitated and Confused

India's new rules for international passengers have been criticised for being too harsh at a time when the country doesn't have any confirmed cases of the Omicron variant.

The federal health minister is meeting state officials to review the measures, which have led to long queues and disruption at airports.

Sreoshi Mukherjee reports

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UK ORDERS COVID JABS FOR NEXT TWO YEARS

The UK's purchased 114 million more Covid jabs for future booster campaigns.

Ministers say they've signed deals with Moderna and Pfizer, which will see the extra doses delivered next year and the year after.

They'll include modified jabs if they're necessary and  available.

Health Secretary Sajid Javid says boosters will be key to fighting Omicron and any future variants.

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Australia – Government loses 10 MP's to retirement

10 Australian federal government MP's will not re-contest the next election, as parliament ends for the year.

These include former attorney general Christian Porter, who was the subject of historic rape allegations earlier this year.

Shaun Bindley reports.

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WTA Suspends China Tournaments Over Peng Shuai Concerns

The Women's Tennis Association is suspending tournaments in China over ongoing concerns about the treatment of Peng Shuai, and the safety of other players.

It says it wants a full and transparent investigation into the sexual assault allegations she made against a former high-ranking official.

Patrick Fok reports from Beijing.

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