A juror in the Ghislaine Maxwell sex-trafficking trial has revealed
that he is a survivor of sexual abuse.
According to media reports he doesn't recall being asked whether he
was ever sexually abused before the trial got underway.
Prosecutors have asked the Court to conduct an inquiry.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
At least 13 dead in Philadelphia apartment fire
At least thirteen people, including seven children, have died in a fire in an apartment building in the US city of Philadelphia.
Investigators are still trying to determine the cause of the deadly blaze.
US correspondent Ira Spitzer has more
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Djokovic and team held at Melbourne Airport after seeking Covid-19 vaccine exemption
Unvaccinated tennis star Novak Djokovic has been denied immediate entry to Australia after flying into Melbourne and claiming a medical exemption against the Covid-19 jab.
He's now spending the night at the airport amid reports that a medical exemption request is incompatible with the type of visa he's trying to use to enter the country.
He hopes to play in the Australian Open, but earlier on Wednesday Prime Minister Scott Morrison said that if his immigration documents were not in order he would be put on - quote - the next plane home.
Tennis reporter David Luddy with more.
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TRAVEL SECTOR WELCOMES EASING OF ENGLAND TESTING REQUIREMENTS
The decision by the UK government to relax Covid testing rules on travelers arriving in England has been welcomed by travel bosses. There had been repeated calls from the industry for restrictions to be eased - with many saying the latest move will help restart the recovery of the travel and tourism sector. Laura Makin-Isherwood has more.
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UK scraps need for pre-departure for those arriving in England test from Friday
People arriving in England will no longer need to take the pre-departure Covid test in new rules brought in from 4am UK time on Friday. Prime Minister Boris Johnson made the announcement in the House of Commons. The need to self-isolate on arrival until a negative PCR test result has been confirmed is also set to be dropped.
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Djokovic denied immediate entry to Australia
Unvaccinated tennis star Novak Djokovic has been denied immediate entry to Australia after flying into Melbourne and claiming a medical exemption against the Covid-19 jab.
He's now spending the night at the airport amid reports that a medical exemption request is incompatible with the type of visa he's trying to use to enter the country.
He hopes to play in the Australian Open.
But earlier on Wednesday, Prime Minister Scott Morrison responded to growing public fury about the issue.
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Latest covid surge could peak soon; class cancelled in Chicago as teachers vote to go online
The latest surge of coronavirus cases in the US could peak as soon as this month as the omicron variant speeds through the population - according to multiple infectious-disease experts.
In Chicago, where cases are at record levels, public schools were shut on Wednesday after the teachers union voted overwhelmingly to resume remote learning, defying the city's order to return to classrooms.
US correspondent Kate Fisher reports
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NY teacher arrested for vaccinating a student
A teacher in New York has been arrested for allegedly giving a student
a Covid-19 vaccine dose.
Police say she isn't legally authorized to administer vaccines.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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a Covid-19 vaccine dose.
Police say she isn't legally authorized to administer vaccines.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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FBI sees no threat for Jan 6th anniversary
The FBI says it has "no credible threats" of violence from groups
planning to mark the Jan 6th anniversary of the US Capitol attack.
President Joe Biden will mark the day with a speech warning of
continuing threats to democracy.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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planning to mark the Jan 6th anniversary of the US Capitol attack.
President Joe Biden will mark the day with a speech warning of
continuing threats to democracy.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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New guidance in England for PCR tests
People in England who test positive for COVID-19 on a rapid test - but have no symptoms - will no longer have to follow up with a PCR.
Labs in the UK are currently under pressure after a surge in new cases driven by the Omicron variant.
Giles Gibson is in London and has the details.
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US private job creation in December doubles expectations
The number of jobs being created in the US private sector grew by more
than twice the anticipated level last month.
Most new posts were in the leisure and hospitality industries.
Sarah Walton reports
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than twice the anticipated level last month.
Most new posts were in the leisure and hospitality industries.
Sarah Walton reports
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DRC UNIVERSITY STAFF STRIKE
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An association of university professors in the Democratic Republic of Congo has announced the start of a strike over pay and working conditions.
The lecturers and other staff plan to lay down their tools for 12 days to compel the government to fulfill a promise it made last year, to increase their salaries. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...
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Europe has no strong partner than America: German FM in Washington
Germany's Foreign Minister travels to Washington Wednesday to discuss the brewing tensions on the border between Russia and Ukraine.
It's the first time Analena Baerbock has traveled to the United States since becoming Germany's top diplomat last month.
Trent Murray reports from Berlin.
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It's the first time Analena Baerbock has traveled to the United States since becoming Germany's top diplomat last month.
Trent Murray reports from Berlin.
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Truck Drivers in East Africa Protest COVID-19 Testing Fee
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In Uganda a strike by truck drivers from the East Africa region has entered day two.
The truckers are protesting
Uganda recently introduced a mandatory $30 fee for all incoming travelers, including truck drivers.
Isabel Nakirya reports.
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Kazakhstan's government resigns amid protests
Kazakhstan's president has accepted the resignation of the government amid a wave of protests that has led to clashes between police and demonstrators. More than 200 people were arrested on Tuesday. Julia Chapman has more.
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TRAVEL INDUSTRY URGES CHANGES TO TESTING RULES
The UK's travel industry is urging the government to remove all Covid testing requirements for international arrivals to Britain.
Pre-departure and day two PCR testing were reintroduced at the end of last year in response to the Omicron variant.
The measures are being reviewed this week.
Travel journalist Simon Calder says the sector believes the rules can be relaxed without an impact on cases.
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India records over 58,000 fresh daily cases; double the number recorded 4 days ago
India logged over 58,000 fresh COVID cases in the past day. This is double the number recorded just four days ago.
Health experts are expressing concern over the rapid spread of coronavirus infections, requesting that people adhere to the COVID guidelines imposed by the government.
Sreoshi Mukherjee reports from New Delhi.
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Health experts are expressing concern over the rapid spread of coronavirus infections, requesting that people adhere to the COVID guidelines imposed by the government.
Sreoshi Mukherjee reports from New Delhi.
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North Korea launches suspected ballistic missile
North Korea launched what is suspected to be a ballistic missile on Wednesday morning in a move underscoring the country's resolve to bolster its military.
Both Japan and South Korea are closely monitoring the situation, and Seoul says it's preparing for a possible additional launch.
Phoebe Amoroso reports from Tokyo.
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Hong Kong ramps up testing in bid to stop spread of Omicron
A mass COVID-19 testing operation is underway in Hong Kong, as health authorities try to prevent the spread of the Omicron variant. Compulsory testing is taking place at multiple residential buildings, and a cruise ship that's been linked to a new cluster of cases.
Richard Kimber reports.
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Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Dow hits another record but the tech sector falls
The Dow Jones has begun the New Year with two strong trading days
pushing the index into record territory.
But there were losses for the Nasdaq after a tough day for the tech sector.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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pushing the index into record territory.
But there were losses for the Nasdaq after a tough day for the tech sector.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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