Tributes pour in following the death of soccer superstar Pele

Tributes from around the world are pouring in for Brazilian soccer superstar Pele who has died at the age of 82.

He passed away from complications resulting from the progression of colon cancer, according to a statement from Sao Paulo's Albert Einstein hospital where he was being treated.

A giant of the sport, Pele has won an unmatched three World Cups for his country and he is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers ever to have played the beautiful game.

Chief Sports reporter for the UK's Sun Newspaper Martin Lipton says Pele's significance transcends football.

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Iconic fashion designer Vivienne Westwood dies aged 81

Legendary British fashion designer Vivienne Westwood has died at the age of 81.

She passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in South London according to a statement by her representatives.

Westwood burst onto the fashion scene in the 1970s and is known for her influence on the punk movement as well as her commitment to climate activism.

Julia Robson is a freelance fashion journalist - and she says Westwood was a pioneer throughout her illustrious career.

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Santos under investigation in New York over resume "inconsistencies"

A Republican congressman-elect in the United States is resisting calls to resign after he admitted he lied about his education and career.

This follows a New York Times report into alleged inconsistencies regarding his background.

George Santos is also facing allegations that he misrepresented his Jewish ancestry, and is now being investigated by a Republican district attorney in New York.

Our US Correspondent Benji Hyer has more.

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US STOCKS UP IN THURSDAY TRADING

A fairly good day for the US markets on Thursday with the stock market
up in preparation
for the last day of the 2022 trading period on Friday.
Jody Jacobs has more from New York.

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Southwest expects to resume normal service with minimal disruption on Friday

Southwest airlines says it expects "normal" service to resume on Friday.

The struggling US budget carrier cancelled thousands of flights following a severe winter storm.

Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave reports.

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PELE DIES AGED 82

Legendary Brazilian football player Pele has passed away at the age of 82.
He is widely credited with being one of the greatest athletes of our time.
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First-time weekly jobless claims rise in the US

First-time weekly jobless claims in the United States rose by 9000 last week.

Overall they remained close to record lows - an indication of a continuing tight jobs market.

Our US correspondent Jagruti Dave reports.

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ExxonMobil sues EU over windfall tax

The US energy giant ExxonMobil is suing the European Union in a bid to stop the bloc's new windfall tax on oil firms.

The EU's Commission earlier this year announced an emergency plan for major fossil fuel companies to pay a "crisis contribution" on their record profits accrued in light of supply concerns following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. 

Benji Hyer reports. 

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DEADLY BUFFALO STORM RESPONSE CRITICIZED

Criticism of the city's response to the deadly blizzard in Buffalo,
New York is mounting.
Officials are being accused of failing to clear streets quickly and
are accused of being disengaged in the coordinated local and state
response to the disaster.
The death toll has reportedly claimed the lives of at least 37 people.
Jody Jacobs reports from New York.

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FRANCE PROMISING 'COMMON' APPROACH TO SUPPORTING UKRAINE

France's defence minister is promising a 'common' approach with regards to supporting Ukraine's war efforts, as it continues to defend itself in the face of Russia's invasion.

Sebastien Lecornu making his first trip to Kyiv on Wednesday, meeting with his defence counterpart and Ukrainian president Zelensky

Sarah Coates has more from Paris.

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UNIONS: UK STRIKE ACTION COULD GROW IN 2023

Union bosses in the UK are warning widespread industrial action could escalate in 2023 unless ministers change their approach.

Paul Novak of the Trades Union Congress is accusing the government of sabotaging efforts to end a wave of strikes.

The Government says double-digit pay rises will "embed inflation".

Conservative Commentator Charlie Rowley says he believes Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's stance on the issue is the right one.

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EUROPE DIVIDED OVER COVID-19 TESTS FOR CHINESE PASSENGERS

European countries remain divided on whether to implement mandatory Covid-19 testing for inbound Chinese passengers. 

Following Beijing's decision to loosen restrictions, airlines say there has been a surge in bookings for international flights. But with infection rates reaching record highs across China, that's causing concerns abroad about the spread of another wave of the virus. 

From Berlin, Trent Murray reports. 

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India made cough syrup kills 18 children in Uzbekistan: Officials

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Uzbekistan's health officials say at least 18 children have died in the country after consuming contaminated Indian-made cough syrups.

The children suffered acute kidney damage.

The World Health Organization says it's working with local authorities to investigate the cause of the deaths.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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Hong Kong scraps most remaining Covid rules

Hong Kong is scrapping almost all its remaining Covid-19 rules in a bid to restore the city’s status as a travel and finance hub. The government says the local virus situation is under control, and is protesting moves by some countries to restrict travelers from the territory over Covid concerns. 

Richard Kimber sent this report from Hong Kong.

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U.S. stocks slump again as Apple falls again

U.S. stocks ticked down again on Wednesday with Wall Street finding
little reason for optimism heading into the New Year.

Apple suffered another bruising trading session as supply chain issues
continue to shake investor confidence.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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US imposes compulsory covid tests on Chinese visitors

The United States is imposing compulsory covid-19 tests on all Chinese visitors from January.

It's as China opens its border from the start of next year in a departure from its strict zero-covid strategy.

Our US Correspondent Jagruti Dave reports.

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Man sentenced to nearly 20 years over Michigan governor kidnap plot

A man has been sentenced to nearly twenty years in prison over his role in a plot to kidnap Michigan governor Gretchen Whitmer.

The plotters were members of a right wing militia and opposed COVID-19 restrictions.

US correspondent Ira Spitzer reports.

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Supreme Court votes to extend title 42 leaving the futures of thousands of migrants uncertain

Thousands of migrants at the US-Mexico border face uncertainty after the Supreme court voted to extend title 42.

The act allows the US government to repel migrants before they receive an asylum hearing.

Arguments for and against removing title 42 will be made to the Supreme Court in February.

Chris Jones has more from Washington DC.

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MOP UP OPERATIONS CONTINUE IN NY STATE

Emergency personnel continue with snow-clearing and rescue operations
in the Western parts of New York state.
It's been dubbed the "blizzard of the century" with authorities
fearing that the death toll will rise.
At last count, more than 34 people died in the deadly storm.
Jody Jacobs has more from New York...

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Former President Trump considered pardons for people linked to Jan 6th, according to House transcripts

Newly released transcripts from the U.S. House Committee on the events of January 6th, show how former President Trump was considering giving pardons to numerous people involved in the Capitol riot.

Caroline Malone reports from Washington.

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