The United Nations Security Council received an update from UN
agencies working in Ukraine.
According to the Under Secretary General for Political Peacebuilding
Affairs, it is gravely concerned about the destruction of critical
energy infrastructure, such as power plants.
Rosemary DiCarlo says the direct attacks on civilians in Ukraine needs
to come to an end.
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Friday, October 21, 2022
House Committee Issues Subpoena to Donald Trump
The US House Committee investigating the January 6th attack on the US Capitol has issued a subpoena to former President Donald Trump.
He has not indicated if he plans to comply with the subpoena.
And as US Correspondent Rachel Silverman reports, he could face legal charges if he does not.
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Massive layoffs in store for Twitter: Report
According to the Washington Post, massive layoffs are in store for Twitter employees - regardless of who runs the company.
The report says prospective buyer Elon Musk is planning to slash the platform's workforce by nearly 75 percent, while the current management is eyeing a slightly smaller reduction.
Toni Waterman has more.
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The report says prospective buyer Elon Musk is planning to slash the platform's workforce by nearly 75 percent, while the current management is eyeing a slightly smaller reduction.
Toni Waterman has more.
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UN slaps sanctions on Haitian gangs
New sanctions including arms embargoes and asset freezes will be
placed on those engaged with criminal activities in Haiti.
It comes after the United Nations Security Council unanimously adopted
a resolution to try and improve security in the Caribbean nation.
Violent gangs have blocked a key fuel terminal in the country
exacerbating what aid groups call a rapidly escalating crisis.
William Denselow reports from UN headquarters in New York.
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placed on those engaged with criminal activities in Haiti.
It comes after the United Nations Security Council unanimously adopted
a resolution to try and improve security in the Caribbean nation.
Violent gangs have blocked a key fuel terminal in the country
exacerbating what aid groups call a rapidly escalating crisis.
William Denselow reports from UN headquarters in New York.
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Trump adviser Steve Bannon sentenced to four months in prison
A US judge has sentenced former Trump adviser Steve Bannon to four
months in jail for contempt of Congress.
Bannon refused an order to testify before the committee investigating
the January 6th Capitol attack.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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months in jail for contempt of Congress.
Bannon refused an order to testify before the committee investigating
the January 6th Capitol attack.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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[MARKETS PREVIEW] Investors bracing for Big Tech to report results this week
It's earnings season - and U.S. markets are bracing for another set of
results this week.
Despite many companies holding up better than expected so far, it
hasn't been enough to send markets higher, with inflation still
spooking investors.
Gabrielle Fahmy reports from New York.
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results this week.
Despite many companies holding up better than expected so far, it
hasn't been enough to send markets higher, with inflation still
spooking investors.
Gabrielle Fahmy reports from New York.
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Trump ally Bannon faces jail for contempt of Congress
Former Trump strategist Steve Bannon is expected to be jailed at his
sentencing for refusing an order to testify before Congress.
US prosecutors have asked the judge to consider a six month sentence.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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sentencing for refusing an order to testify before Congress.
US prosecutors have asked the judge to consider a six month sentence.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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UGANDAN SENTENCES TO LIFE FOR WILDLIFE TRADE
LEAD
A Wildlife Court in Uganda has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for the unlawful possession of elephant ivory. It's the longest sentence ever imposed in the country for wildlife crime. Many of Uganda's protected animals are under threat because of wildlife trafficking. Leon Solomon reports.
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U.S Pledges $1m Support for Flood Victims in Nigeria
The U.S has pledged to assist Nigeria with one million dollars for immediate support to people affected by floods in the country.
Nigeria is experiencing a flood which has led to the death of more than 600 people.
Correspondent Tesem Akende reports from Jos
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France, Spain and Portugal announce new gas pipeline
France, Spain and Portugal have announced a new undersea pipeline to carry natural gas "as a temporary and transitional source of energy".
A previous plan for a pipeline to link Spain and Portugal was ditched in favour of this new route to southern France, with the possibility of onward connections to help central European countries with power supplies.
Ross Cullen reports from Paris.
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http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/1021pipeline-rc-generic.mp3UKRAINE THANKS GERMANY FOR MISSILE DEFENCE SYSTEM
The Ukrainian Government has confirmed that an advanced air defence system handed over by Germany in recent weeks is already operational and intercepting Russian missiles.
Berlin delivered the first of four of the systems to Kyiv earlier this month - a move welcomed by President Zelensky who says more of the defence technology is needed to protect civilians from attacks.
From Berlin, Trent Murray has more.
Berlin delivered the first of four of the systems to Kyiv earlier this month - a move welcomed by President Zelensky who says more of the defence technology is needed to protect civilians from attacks.
From Berlin, Trent Murray has more.
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Google fined $162mn for anticompetitive practices in India
India's competition regulator has fined Google $162 million for anticompetitive practices related to Android devices.
The regulator said the US tech giant had used its position in areas including online search and app store for Android to give an edge to its apps including Chrome and YouTube.
Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.
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CONSERVATIVES CHOOSE NEW LEADER
The Conservative Party's beginning the process of choosing a new leader, who'll also become the next UK Prime Minister.
It follows Liz Truss's announcement on Thursday that she would step down.
Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, former Chancellor Rishi Sunak, and current cabinet minister Penny Mordaunt are among the front-runners.
The winner will be chosen by next Friday - and Conservative MP Robert Halfon says the party has to get it right.
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It follows Liz Truss's announcement on Thursday that she would step down.
Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, former Chancellor Rishi Sunak, and current cabinet minister Penny Mordaunt are among the front-runners.
The winner will be chosen by next Friday - and Conservative MP Robert Halfon says the party has to get it right.
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Australia and Japan to sign new security agreement, sharing intelligence over China
Australia and Japan are deepening bilateral relations with a new security pact - as part of wider cooperation between Quad partners U.S. and India, in response to China's military build-up.
The leaders of Australia and Japan are meeting on Saturday in Perth.
FSN Correspondent Caroline Malone reports.
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The leaders of Australia and Japan are meeting on Saturday in Perth.
FSN Correspondent Caroline Malone reports.
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Japan's inflation hits 8-year high
Japan's core consumer inflation rate accelerated to a fresh eight-year high of 3.0%
That is well above the Bank of Japan's 2 percent inflation target.
Nora Weinek reports from Tokyo.
That is well above the Bank of Japan's 2 percent inflation target.
Nora Weinek reports from Tokyo.
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Thursday, October 20, 2022
U.S. stocks down for second straight day
U.S. stocks fell on Thursday, extending losses from the previous
trading session.
Investors had to digest yet more hawkish remarks from Federal Reserve
officials, as high inflation remains a top concern.
Gabrielle Fahmy reports from New York.
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trading session.
Investors had to digest yet more hawkish remarks from Federal Reserve
officials, as high inflation remains a top concern.
Gabrielle Fahmy reports from New York.
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Iran and Russia deny use of Iranian drones in Ukraine
Iran has denied sending drones to Russia that are claimed to have been
used to destroy key infrastructure across parts of Ukraine.
At the United Nations Russian officials also denied that Iranian
drones are being used.
William Denselow reports from UN headquarters in New York.
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used to destroy key infrastructure across parts of Ukraine.
At the United Nations Russian officials also denied that Iranian
drones are being used.
William Denselow reports from UN headquarters in New York.
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Trump questioned under oath in defamation suit
Donald Trump has been questioned under oath in connection to a
defamation lawsuit brought by E.Jean Carroll.
The columnist claims she was raped by the former president back in the
mid 1990s and that his denial damaged her reputation.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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defamation lawsuit brought by E.Jean Carroll.
The columnist claims she was raped by the former president back in the
mid 1990s and that his denial damaged her reputation.
William Denselow reports from New York.
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Jailed Harvey Weinstein faces rape trial in L.A.
Harvey Weinstein, who's currently in prison for sex crimes in New
York, is back on trial to face more charges.
This time, it's in Los Angeles, where he was one of the most powerful
producers in Hollywood, before a slew of sexual misconduct accusations
ended his career.
Gabrielle Fahmy reports.
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York, is back on trial to face more charges.
This time, it's in Los Angeles, where he was one of the most powerful
producers in Hollywood, before a slew of sexual misconduct accusations
ended his career.
Gabrielle Fahmy reports.
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US President Joe Biden thanks departing UK Prime Minister in statement
Liz Truss has announced her resignation from her role as UK Prime Minister, after just 6 weeks in office.
US President Joe Biden has now released a statement thanking her for her work during her short spell.
Chris Jones reports from Washington.
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Chris Jones
+447375664222
Washington DC
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