US House Speaker election becomes longest since 1859

 The saga to vote in the next Speaker of the US House of Representatives continues - breaking records last set almost 165 years ago.

Republican Kevin McCarthy has now lost 11 rounds of voting over three days - despite making major concessions to the group of hardliners in his party voting against him.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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MARKETS END LOWER DUE TO POSSIBLE JOB CUTS

Increased job cuts by Amazon and Goldman Sachs might have caused
another flat day on the US markets.
US Stocks ended the day lower on Thursday.
Jody Jacobs has more from New York...

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US House vote: McCarthy loses 8th vote

Kevin McCarthy, the Republican's leader in Congress has failed yet
again to be elected speaker of the House of Representatives.

Despite making fresh concessions to hard-line right-wingers, the
Republican party is deadlocked with far-right members of Congress
continuing to block Mr. McCarthy's victory.

At one point today Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz of Florida even
voted for former President Donald Trump to become speaker of the
House.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Biden expands legal migration, announces trip to the southern border

U.S. President Joe Biden announced on Thursday that he is expanding a program that accepts migrants from certain countries - but is also ramping up expelling those who attempt to cross the border illegally.

The announcement comes alongside plans for the president to visit the border city of El Paso, Texas on Sunday - as his administration grapples with a surge of migrants and overwhelmed immigration system.  

Toni Waterman has more.

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BIDEN DEFENDS STUDENT RELIEF

US President Joe Biden has once again defended his plan to cancel
billions of dollars in federal student loans.
He argues, in papers filed with the Supreme Court on Wednesday, that
the two cases currently before the court opposing the move,
lacked standing.
Our US Correspondent, Jody Jacobs has more details.

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US introduces Covid-19 tests for China arrivals

From today all airline passengers arriving in the US from China must
test negative for Covid-19.

The new rule has been introduced by the Biden Administration as
concern grows over widespread transmission of the virus in the world's
most populous country.

Kate Fisher reports from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

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US parts found in Iranian drone downed in Ukraine - CNN

CNN is reporting that parts made by more than a dozen US and Western companies were found inside an Iranian drone that was downed in Ukraine last fall.

That includes components like voltage regulators, a GPS module and a microprocessor.

Toni Waterman has more.

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UK government to introduce anti-strike bill

The British government says it will introduce a bill in Parliament to limit the impact of strikes. It comes amid a wave of industrial action in the UK, with railway employees walking out this week. Julia Chapman.

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US House returns for 3rd day of Speaker voting

Lawmakers in the US House of Representatives are returning for a third
day of voting to try and find a House Speaker.

It comes as Republican Kevin McCarthy offered new concessions to
hardline conservatives to try and break the deadlock.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Keir Starmer: Conservatives using "sticking-plaster politics" for UK's biggest challenges

In the UK, the leader of the opposition Labour party has accused the Conservatives of using "sticking-plaster politics" to address the country's biggest challenges.

In a wide-ranging speech in London, Keir Starmer said short-term fixes have led to a "badly-damaged economy."

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In his own New Year's speech on Wednesday, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak pledged to halve inflation in 2023 and grow the economy.

Prince Harry accuses Prince William of attacking him in leaked book extract

Prince Harry has reportedly accused his brother Prince William of physically attacking him in a leaked extract from his new book.

According to the Guardian newspaper, the incident took place after an argument about Harry's marriage to American actress Meghan Markle.

The Duke of Sussex's autobiography Spare is due to be released next week, alongside several TV interviews to promote the new book.

Kensington Palace and Buckingham Palace have not commented on the allegations.

Sally Patterson has more.

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France sends tanks to Ukraine to support war effort

France has agreed to send several light tanks to Ukraine, to support the country as it continues to fight the Russian invasion.

The announcement of the tank delivery follows a phone call between the French and Ukrainian presidents.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Nigeria’s Debt to Hit $167.4 Billion In 2023

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Nigeria's public debt burden is expected to reach $167.4 Billion if the National Assembly approves the request by President Muhammadu Buhari to restructure its borrowing plan from the Central Bank.

The president is requesting approval of about $51.5 billion.

Ajeck Mangut reports from Abuja.

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POPE BENEDICT BURIED AT VATICAN

Thousands of mourners have gathered at the Vatican for the funeral of former Pope Benedict.

It's the first time in modern history a living Pope has led the burial of his predecessor.

Benedict died on Saturday aged 95, having resigned in 2013.

Catholic commentator and papal author Austen Ivereigh believes he'll be remembered as a hugely significant figure.

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Uganda Court Charges Organizer of New Year Eve Concert Where 10 People Died

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A court in Uganda has charged the organizer of the New Year's concert where 10 people died.

The stampede happened at the Freedom City Mall near the capital Kampala.

Isabel Nakirya reports

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Calls for justice after hit-and-run in New Delhi

The shocking death of a woman in a hit and run case in India’s capital has sparked angry calls for justice.

The woman who was riding a scooter was hit on January 1st and her body dragged by the car for several kilometers.

We would like to warn our audience - this story includes some graphic details.

Neha Poonia has more.

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Japan govt promises wage growth in 2023

Japan’s Prime Minister is promising to revitalize the country’s stagnant economy by boosting wages this year. 

Global food and energy price increases have hampered Japan’s post-pandemic recovery, as its economy unexpectedly shrank last quarter.

Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. 

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Hong Kong prepares for quarantine-free travel with China

Hong Kong is preparing to reopen quarantine-free travel with the Chinese mainland.

The move is being seen as a major boost to local businesses, but is causing public concern over the scale of China’s Covid-19 outbreak.

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.

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McCarthy loses 6th US Speaker vote

After six rounds of voting the US House of Representatives has still
not agreed on a new House Speaker.

Republican Kevin McCarthy has been repeatedly blocked from winning the
majority of the votes by a group of hardliners in his own party.

It's the first time in a hundred that the House has been unable to
elect a Speaker.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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AFTER A LOSING STREAK - US STOCKS UP

US markets ended higher on Wednesday trade.
This of course follows a turbulent first day of trade on Tuesday.
Jody Jacobs has more from New York...

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