EU agrees fresh sanctions against Russia

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The European Union has agreed to a fresh round of sanctions against Russia because of the conflict in Ukraine. Brussels is moving to hit Russia's fossil fuel profits while targeting more Russian individuals.

Alex Cadier reports from Brussels

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OPEC+ makes biggest cut to oil supplies since the pandemic, despite U.S. pressure

The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and Russian-led allies have decided to cut oil production by two million barrels a day.

President Biden has called the decision "shortsighted" at a time when the global economy is dealing with the impacts of Putin's invasion of Ukraine.

Caroline Malone reports from Washington.

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U.S. President Joe Biden visits hurricane-ravaged Florida

U.S. President Joe Biden is traveling to Florida, to survey the damage
from Hurricane Ian.

He will meet with the state's Republican Governor Ron DeSantis, one
of his most vocal critics and a possible contender for President in
the next election.

But the two say this visit will not be about politics.

Gabrielle Fahmy reports.

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NOBEL PRIZE IN CHEMISTRY AWARDED

Carolyn Bertozzi, Morten Meldal and Barry Sharpless have become the
Nobel laureates for Chemistry.
The three pioneered the use of click chemistry, which is set to be a
possible game changer for cancer treatment.
Jody Jacobs has that story.

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U.S. and South Korea launch missiles in response to North Korea

The U.S. and South Korea have conducted a number of military drills in
the wake of North Korea's missile launch.

Pyongyang fired a ballistic missile over Japan for the first time in
five years earlier this week.

The United Nations Security Council is set to discuss the matter on
Wednesday afternoon.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Putin formally annexes 4 Ukrainian regions, even as Ukraine's counter-offensive recaptures more territory

Russian President Vladimir Putin has now formally annexed four regions in Ukraine…signing the paperwork that the Kremlin insists makes them part of Russia.

The Russian leader's spokesman said the territories will now be "Russian forever", despite the fact that Ukrainian armed forces have seized some ground back in a lightning counteroffensive this week.

Reporter Stuart Smith is in Moscow where he operates within the Kremlin's reporting restrictions.

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NATO SCRAMBLES JETS AFTER RUSSIAN WARPLANES ENTER POLISH AIRSPACE

Russian warplanes entered NATO airspace Wednesday, with European countries scrambling jets in response to the unauthorized entry. 

The skirmish comes as tensions remain high between Moscow and the West. 

From Warsaw, our correspondent Trent Murray has more. 

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Better than expected 208,000 jobs added in September - ADP report

Signs that the U.S. labor market remained strong in September. According to fresh data from the payroll services firm ADP, private businesses added 208,000 jobs last month.

Attention now turns to Friday's closely watched nonfarm payrolls report.

Toni Waterman has more.

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France completes filling of its gas reserves to help country through 'difficult' winter

France has completed filling its gas reserves to help the country through what the president has said will be a 'difficult' winter.

The national energy commission said that despite the news, a "massive collective effort" was still needed to reduce the country's energy consumption.

Ross Cullen reports from Paris.

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UK prime minister defends economic plan

British Prime Minister Liz Truss has defended her economic plan for the country in a speech at her party's annual conference. Her remarks come after two weeks of market turmoil sparked by a budget that featured significant tax cuts. Julia Chapman has more.

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Water cuts in Africa's wealthiest city

South Africa’s economic hub is facing formal water restrictions. Bulk supplier Rand Water is introducing “Stage 2 water shedding”, to counter the impact of high water consumption during a heat wave in the city of Johannesburg. Mark Roughton reports.

 

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Nigeria Sues Meta Platforms, Demands $70M Damages

The Nigerian government has filed a legal suit against Meta platforms Facebook, Instagram & Whatsapp. 

Also included in the suit is Meta's agent in Nigeria, AT3 resources limited.

 

Correspondent Tesem Akende reports from Jos.

 

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DRC PRECOP27 MEETING

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US climate envoy John Kerry has asked the Democratic Republic of Congo to withdraw some of the oil blocks that it put up for auction in July this year in order to protect its forests. Mr. Kerry made the call on the sidelines of a climate conference in the DRC capital Kinshasa. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...

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UKRAINE MAKES FURTHER GAINS

Ukraine's President says his forces have liberated 'dozens' of settlements this week from Russian occupation.

During his latest video address, Volodymyr Zelensky says troops have made "rapid, powerful" advances in the south and east of the country.

Former NATO adviser Professor Gwythian Prins says the Ukrainians are making quick and strategic gains.

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Ten people feared dead after avalanche in the Himalayas

Ten people are feared dead and several more are missing in the Indian Himalayas after a group of mountaineers were hit by an avalanche.

Rescue operations are underway to try to find survivors.

Our India correspondent Rebecca Bundhun has more.

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Japan and United States vow to boost defenses in response to North Korea missile launch

Japan, South Korea and the United States are resolving to strengthen their defenses in response to Tuesday's missile launch by North Korea. 

The missile flew over Japan before landing in the Pacific Ocean, and had the longest range of any fired by Pyongyang yet. 

Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. 

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US stocks surge and Twitter shares pop

U.S. stocks surged for a second straight day on hopes that the Federal
Reserve may begin to adopt a more dovish stance.

And Twitter's shares jumped more than 20 percent amid signs that Elon
Musk's plan to buy the company is back on.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Elon Musk agrees to buy Twitter at original share price

It looks like Elon Musk is going to be buying Twitter after all.

The billionaire has reportedly sent a letter to the social media
company… offering to complete the deal for the original 44 billion
dollar price tag.

Gabrielle Fahmy reports from New York.

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Biden & Harris speak to Zelenksy; unveil $625m security package

US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, have spoken to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and unveiled a $625 million security assistance package to Ukraine.

It comes amid Russia's annexation of regions in the eastern and southern parts of the country.

From Washington, Kate Fisher, reports

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U.S. condemns North Korea missile launch vows support for Japan

U.S. President Joe Biden says his commitment to Japan's defense is
ironclad in the wake of North Korea's latest missile test.

On Monday Pyongyang fired a long-range ballistic missile over Japan.
The first such launch in five years.

The United Nations has also strongly condemned the launch.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.

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