New York is to ban people carrying firearms into businesses unless
they have signs saying guns are welcome.
It comes after the US Supreme Court overturned the state's law
restricting access to handgun licenses.
Sarah Walton reports
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Thursday, June 30, 2022
FLIGHTS CUT FROM HEATHROW AIRPORT'S MORNING SCHEDULE
Passengers reported 'chaos' at London's Heathrow Airport on Thursday after flights were cancelled at short notice. Bosses at the UK's busiest airport asked airlines to trim their morning schedules - after realising more travellers were expected to arrive than staffing levels could serve. Laura Makin-Isherwood reports.
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14 migrants including Nigerians die as boat catches fire in Senegal
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At least 14 migrants, including Nigerians have been reported dead following a fire incident that razed a boat in south Senegal.
Reports from the West African country also say 21 people have been injured as they embarked on a journey to Spanish Canary Islands before the boat caught fire.
Ajeck Mangut reports from Nigeria's capital Abuja.
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UK commits $1.2 billion to Ukraine defence
The British Prime Minister has pledged a further $1.2 billion of military support to Ukraine at the NATO summit in Madrid.
This comes after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged Nato leaders to do more to help his country's war effort.
Sally Patterson has more in London.
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India's COVID-19 cases see their biggest spike in nearly four month
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India's COVID-19 cases are spiking up once again as the country recorded its highest daily tally in 130 days on Thursday.
More than 18,000 new infections were recorded in the past 24 hours.
And the country's active caseload has crossed the 100,000 mark after nearly 4 months.
Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.
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Hong Kong prepares for Xi Jinping anniversary visit
Hong Kong’s authorities are ramping up security in preparation for the arrival of China’s president Xi Jinping. He’s set to oversee celebrations to mark the 25th anniversary of the territory’s handover from Britain to China.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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R Kelly sentenced to 30 years in jail.
R&B singer R Kelly has been sentenced to 30 years in prison after being found guilty last year on racketeering and sex trafficking charges.
William Denselow reports from outside the federal courthouse in Brooklyn, New York.
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William Denselow reports from outside the federal courthouse in Brooklyn, New York.
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Wednesday, June 29, 2022
Death toll rises to 53 in migrant truck tragedy
The death toll in the migrant truck tragedy has now risen to 53 in what authorities say is the worst case of human smuggling in U.S. history.
The truck was abandoned down a remote road outside San Antonio, Texas on Monday in the sweltering heat.
Three men have been arrested in connection with the case.
Toni Waterman has more.
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The truck was abandoned down a remote road outside San Antonio, Texas on Monday in the sweltering heat.
Three men have been arrested in connection with the case.
Toni Waterman has more.
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US economy shrinks by 1.6% adding to fears of recession
The US economy shrank by 1.6% in the first quarter.
The data is adding to fears the country is heading for a recession.
Sarah Walton reports.
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The data is adding to fears the country is heading for a recession.
Sarah Walton reports.
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U.S. bolstering forces in Europe, amid threat from Russia
U.S. President Biden has announced plans to boost U.S. forces in Europe to help NATO, at a time of what he deems as a persistent threat from Russia.
It comes as NATO members invite Finland and Sweden to apply for membership.
Caroline Malone reports from Washington.
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Mass deaths linked to chemical poisoning
Pathologists investigating the deaths of 21 South African teenagers say that chemical poisoning is to blame. The youths collapsed and died at a crowded tavern, in the early hours of Sunday morning. Mark Roughton has more.
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NATO Summit resumes in Madrid with a heavy focus on the groups defensive capabilities
The NATO summit in Madrid has now resumed and so far there has been a heavy focus on defensive capabilities across Europe.
NATO General Secretary Jens Stoltenberg hopes NATO's rapid reaction forces can increase from 40k to 300k to ward off any threat from Russia.
NATO's member expansion has also been on the agenda, both Finland and Sweden want to join the group but Turkey had been blocking the move.
FSN's Rosie Birchard gives us the latest from Madrid on what looks to be a turnaround from Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan.
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North Korea accuses U.S. and allies of forming an 'Asian NATO'
North Korea is accusing the United States, South Korea and Japan of creating an "Asian version of NATO" with a "sinister aim."
The statement was announced on Wednesday, the same day South Korea and Japan are attending NATO's annual summit as observers for the first time.
They are also meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden to discuss North Korea.
Nora Weinek reports from Tokyo.
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The statement was announced on Wednesday, the same day South Korea and Japan are attending NATO's annual summit as observers for the first time.
They are also meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden to discuss North Korea.
Nora Weinek reports from Tokyo.
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Nigeria's Zamfara state Ratifies Death Penalty for Criminal Gangs
Authorities in Nigeria's northwest state of Zamfara have okayed death penalty for criminal gangs who have been killing and kidnapping citizens for ransom in the state.
The state governor, Bello Matawalle signed it into law, shortly after it was recommended by the parliament in the state on Tuesday.
Correspondent Tesem Akende reports.
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Australia - Ride-share giant agrees to minimum wage deal
Uber drivers in Australia will be paid a minimum wage and have the right to appeal dismissals in a landmark agreement.
A landmark formal agreement signed between the company and the Transport Workers union will also retain flexibility for drivers and delivery riders.
Shaun Bindley reports from Brisbane.
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BJP-supporter's gruesome murder in India sparks protests
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The gruesome murder of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's supporter in India has sparked civil unrest in Rajasthan state.
The man was hacked to death in his shop by two Muslim assailants who claimed to be defending Islam in a video that surfaced on Tuesday.
Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.
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North Korea accuses U.S. and allies of forming an 'Asian NATO'
North Korea is accusing the United States, South Korea and Japan of creating an "Asian version of NATO" with a "sinister aim."
The statement was announced on Wednesday, the same day South Korea and Japan are attending NATO's annual summit as observers for the first time.
They are also meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden to discuss North Korea.
Nora Weinek reports from Tokyo.
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The statement was announced on Wednesday, the same day South Korea and Japan are attending NATO's annual summit as observers for the first time.
They are also meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden to discuss North Korea.
Nora Weinek reports from Tokyo.
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South Korea expects highest inflation since global financial crisis
In South Korea, soaring prices of everything from food to services are expected to push inflation to the highest point in a decade.
That's according to June's Consumer Survey released by the Bank of Korea on Wednesday.
Dave Yin reports.
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That's according to June's Consumer Survey released by the Bank of Korea on Wednesday.
Dave Yin reports.
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Hong Kong mulls quarantine cut for new arrivals
Hong Kong could be set to cut hotel quarantine for arriving travelers to five days.
The city’s incoming health minister says that’s being discussed as the next step, following an easing of similar rules on the Chinese mainland.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Maxwell sentenced to 20 years in sex trafficking case
British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell has been sentenced to 20 years in
prison after being found guilty on sex trafficking charges.
Maxwell spoke during the proceedings and accused Jeffrey Epstein of
being cunning and controlling.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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prison after being found guilty on sex trafficking charges.
Maxwell spoke during the proceedings and accused Jeffrey Epstein of
being cunning and controlling.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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