U.S. stocks lost ground Thursday off the back of some mixed pieces of
economic data.
The Federal Reserve has vowed tough action in a bid to cool inflation
but some analysts fear that could drag the U.S. economy into
recession.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Thursday, September 15, 2022
American railroad strike averted by last-gasp deal
Major US railroads and unions have secured a deal to avert a rail shutdown that could have hit food and fuel supplies across the country.
President Joe Biden called the tentative labour agreement — reached following 20 hours of intense talks brokered by his administration — "an important win for the American people" that will "avoid disruption of our economy" through a devastating strike before the pivotal Midterm elections in November.
From Washington, Benji Hyer reports.
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U.S. state of Florida escalates fight over immigration by flying asylum seekers to island off East Coast
The Governor of the U.S. state of Florida has flown two planeloads of
migrants to Martha's Vineyard.
The posh summer resort island off the Massachusetts coast has become
an unlikely arena in the ongoing fight over immigration between
Republicans and Democrats.
Gabrielle Fahmy reports.
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migrants to Martha's Vineyard.
The posh summer resort island off the Massachusetts coast has become
an unlikely arena in the ongoing fight over immigration between
Republicans and Democrats.
Gabrielle Fahmy reports.
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QUEUE TO PAY RESPECTS TO THE QUEEN STRETCH FIVE MILES
Mourners from across the world have travelled to London to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II. Britain's longest reigning monarch died seven days ago, at the age of 96. Her casket has been placed in Westminster Hall within the Palace of Westminster. Some are queing for up to nine hours to say goodbye. Laura Makin-Isherwood has more.
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Xi, Putin hold first face-to-face talks since invasion of Ukraine
The presidents of China and Russia have met face-to-face for the first time since the invasion of Ukraine.
It was part of Chinese President Xi Jinping's first international trip since the early days of the pandemic.
The leaders met on the sidelines of a major summit in Uzbekistan, and discussed Ukraine, Taiwan, and ways to deepen cooperation...
Rosie Birchard is in Uzbekistan tracking developments.
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UK Tax Cuts Expected
It's thought that a mini budget to implement tax cuts in the UK, will take place next week.
New Prime Minister Liz Truss promised a 'fiscal event' soon after she took office, but plans were delayed by the death of the Queen and the official period of national mourning.
John Bevir (Beaver) reports.
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QUEEN TO BE BURIED IN PRIVATE CEREMONY AFTER FUNERAL
Fresh details have been released of the Queen's funeral and burial on Monday.
The service at Westminster Abbey will end with a two minute silence and include, at her request, a performance by her piper in Windsor.
The Queen's coffin will be moved from Westminster Abbey to Windsor Castle, from where Olly Barratt reports.
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The service at Westminster Abbey will end with a two minute silence and include, at her request, a performance by her piper in Windsor.
The Queen's coffin will be moved from Westminster Abbey to Windsor Castle, from where Olly Barratt reports.
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Xi and Putin hold meeting in Uzbekistan
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have held a face to face meeting in Uzbekistan.
It's the first time President Xi has left China since the Covid pandemic began.
The Kremlin says President Putin praised what he called China's "balanced" position over Russia's war in Ukraine.
From Samarkand in Uzbekistan where the two leaders met…Rosie Birchard reports.
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White House urges China not to back Russian war in Ukraine as Putin and Xi meet
The White House has urged China not to back Russia in its war in Ukraine.
It comes as Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held their first face-to-face meeting since Russian troops invaded Ukraine.
Kate Fisher reports from Washington
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EU accuses Hungary of a "breakdown of democracy"
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The European Union has accused one of its member states of no longer being a democracy.
The scathing report, passed by the European Parliament on Thursday, is yet another sign of tensions between Brussels and Budapest.
Alex Cadier reports from Brussels:
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NY prosecutors reject Trump team’s settlement offer
Prosecutors in New York have apparently rejected an offer from Donald
Trump's legal team to settle a civil case.
According to the New York Times the state's attorney general is also
weighing whether to sue at least one of the former president's
children.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Trump's legal team to settle a civil case.
According to the New York Times the state's attorney general is also
weighing whether to sue at least one of the former president's
children.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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PUTIN TO ADDRESS CHINA'S 'QUESTIONS & CONCERNS' ABOUT WAR IN UKRAINE
Russian President Vladimir Putin says he will address China's 'questions and concerns' about what he called the 'Ukrainian crisis'.
Ahead of a one-to-one meeting in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, he told China's President Xi Jinping — who called President Putin 'a dear, longtime friend' — that their countries' relationship is an example of responsible cooperation of world powers.
It's their first in-person meeting since Russia invaded Ukraine in February.
Stuart Smith reports from Moscow.
Ahead of a one-to-one meeting in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, he told China's President Xi Jinping — who called President Putin 'a dear, longtime friend' — that their countries' relationship is an example of responsible cooperation of world powers.
It's their first in-person meeting since Russia invaded Ukraine in February.
Stuart Smith reports from Moscow.
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EU boss makes first trip to Ukraine since Kyiv officially became candidate for EU membership
The president of the European Commission boss is making her first trip to Ukraine since Kyiv officially became a candidate for EU membership.
It's Ursula von der Leyen's third trip to Ukraine since the start of the war in February.
Ross Cullen reports.
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http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0915UVDLkyiv-rc-generic.mp3Floods: Over 300 People Killed In Nigeria in 2022
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The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) says more than 300 people have so far been killed in flood disasters across Nigeria in 2022.
The Director General of NEMA, Mustapha Ahmed, who disclosed in Abuja said over 50 flood disaster alerts were received by the agency on a daily basis, with more than 100 communities affected.
Ajeck Mangut reports from Abuja.
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THOUSANDS FILE PAST QUEEN'S COFFIN
Mourners have been queuing through the night in London to visit the Queen as she lies in state.
It's the first full day that her coffin is in Westminster Hall in London - before the state funeral in London on Monday.
Hundreds of thousands are expected to file past her casket between now and then - including these people who are in the queue.
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It's the first full day that her coffin is in Westminster Hall in London - before the state funeral in London on Monday.
Hundreds of thousands are expected to file past her casket between now and then - including these people who are in the queue.
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Pakistan's struggle with devastating floods continues with death toll around 1500
Pakistan is continuing to grapple with devastating floods which have claimed about 1500 lives since mid-June.
Rescue and relief operations are underway in flood-hit areas.
Our correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports.
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Woman arrested in S Korea over bodies of children found in suitcases in NZ
A 42-year-old woman has been arrested in South Korea for the alleged murder of two children whose bodies were discovered in suitcases bought at an auction in New Zealand.
She is now facing extradition to New Zealand, where she will face charges of murder.
Dave Yin reports.
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She is now facing extradition to New Zealand, where she will face charges of murder.
Dave Yin reports.
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Chengdu Starts Easing Lockdown As Infections Taper
The Chinese city of Chengdu has begun easing lockdown restrictions in some areas as a recent outbreak has come under control, according to local authorities.
Chengdu has been under lockdown since the start of the month.
Patrick Fok reports from Beijing.
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Macau begins negotiations for casino licenses amid COVID-19 restrictions
The government in Macau is beginning negotiations with casino operators for new licenses in the world’s biggest gambling hub. But analysts say the process is facing unprecedented complications due to China’s strict COVID-19 restrictions.
Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.
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Wednesday, September 14, 2022
Stocks recover after huge selloff
U.S. stocks stabilized Wednesday after a massive selloff the day before.
The Dow posted its worst day in two years on Tuesday after the release
of a disappointing inflation report.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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The Dow posted its worst day in two years on Tuesday after the release
of a disappointing inflation report.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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