GERMANY TO SEND TANKS TO UKRAINE

Germany looks set send its main battle tanks to Ukraine, after weeks of pressure from Kyiv and its allies.

The decision would also permit other NATO countries to export their German-made Leopard 2 tanks.

The US is also expected to announce that it will supply some of its Abram tanks to Ukraine's forces for the war against Russia.

Former British Army Commander, Colonel Richard Kemp, says it's a long overdue from German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.

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RWANDA SHOOTS DRC PLANE OVER AIRSPACE VIOLATION

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Rwandan forces fired at a fighter jet from Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) that it says violated its airspace. This latest incident has further fueled tensions between the two countries. 

 

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Criticism mounts over India's ban on BBC documentary

Students allege power and internet services were cut off at one of India's top universities during a screening of the banned BBC documentary on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The Indian government has banned the sharing of the links to the documentary, calling it a 'propaganda piece' designed to push a discredited narrative.

The documentary examines Mr Modi's role as Chief Minister of Gujarat during deadly riots in the state in 2002. He has denied allegations that he failed to stop rioting.

Neha Poonia has more.

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Search for missing crew after cargo ship sinks off Japan

A search is underway for the crew of a cargo ship which capsized and sank off Japan’s south-western coast. 

Thirteen of the 22 person crew have been rescued but nine remain missing. 

Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. 

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China dismisses US criticism over its developing world debt policies

China is dismissing US criticism of its debt policies for developing countries. The US Treasury is accusing China of making it difficult for Zambia to pay off its debt obligations. Chinese state media says that’s just a political smear campaign. 

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.

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Music industry representatives criticize Live Nation and Ticketmaster at Senate hearing

Live Nation and music industry representatives were grilled in the Senate on Tuesday, off the back of a major Taylor Swift ticket fiasco at the end of 2022.

Witnesses at the committee hearing criticized Ticketmaster for failing fans and artists.

Caroline Malone reports from Washington.

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Weak start to year for US economy

Data showed on Tuesday that the U.S. economy got off to a weak start in 2023.

Demand for goods and services fell for the fourth month in a row, according to the S&P surveys, which are one of the first indicators each month to assess the health of the economy.

Sally Patterson reports from New York.

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Classified documents found at Pence home

Classified documents have been found at the home of former U.S. Vice
President Mike Pence.

It comes after sensitive documents have also been found at the
residences of President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.

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HAITI WANTS U.N FORCE TO BE DEPLOYED

There is still no commitment from the United Nations Security Council
members to send a multinational security force to Haiti.
Gang-related violence has intensified in the country, leaving several
police officers dead and blocking aid from entering the country.
Jody Jacobs has more from the UN...

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Europe’s space industry unified as competition ramps up

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European space experts met in Belgium on Tuesday to discuss the changing galactic landscape, with the war in Ukraine encouraging the EU to reduce its reliance on foreign technology.

Alex Cadier reports from Brussels.

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Oscar nominations unveiled

Nominations for the Oscars have been released, with several blockbusters in with a chance of winning best picture.

The awards ceremony is one of the most prestigious events in the entertainment industry.

There are awards in 23 categories up for grabs -  from best actor to best visual effects.

Our US correspondent Sally Patterson has more.

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Two mass shootings in California in three days

California is reeling from yet another mass shooting — the second in the space of just three days — after at least seven people were killed on Monday in the city of Half Moon Bay near San Francisco.

The state is still mourning the loss of eleven lives in a separate shooting near Los Angeles, where on Saturday a gunman opened fire in a dance studio during Lunar New Year's celebrations.

Benji Hyer has the latest from the scene of the first attack. 

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Maxwell says she wishes she never met Epstein

Ghislaine Maxwell has told an interviewer that she wishes she'd never
met the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.

Maxwell was sentenced to 20 years in prison for procuring underage
girls for Epstein.

William Denselow reports from New York.


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Investigations in California continue following two mass shootings

Police investigations continue following two deadly mass shootings in
the US state of California.

Seven people were killed on Monday in two separate locations in Half
Moon Bay, a community south of San Francisco.

That came following Saturday night's shooting east of Los Angeles in
which 11 people were killed.

From where Ira Spitzer reports.

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Amazon launches RxPass for Prime members

Amazon on Tuesday announced a new monthly subscription for prescription meditation.

Called RxPass, the service is exclusive to U.S. Prime members and is seen as a way for the tech giant to expand its healthcare offerings.

Toni Waterman has more.

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WHO: Cough syrup could be contaminated

Could there be a link between the deaths of some 300 childrens and
contaminated cough syrups?
Well, the World Health Organisation is now investigating.
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Jan 6th rioter pictured in Pelosi's office convicted

The US Capitol rioter who broke into Speaker Nancy Pelosi's office,
and was pictured with his feet on her desk, has been found guilty of
eight federal charges.

Richard "Bigo" Barnett was one of the supporters of former president
Donald Trump who entered the US Capitol during the January 6th protest
two years ago.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Nigeria’s Government says All Travellers Arriving Nigeria Must Now Provide Evidence of COVID Vaccination

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Nigeria's government says all travellers arriving Nigeria must now provide evidence of COVID 19 vaccination.

The government says this has become necessary because of an upsurge of COVID 19 cases in countries like China, Japan, and the United States.

This comes barely a month after the government relaxed COVID 19 protocols for travellers.

Correspondent Ajeck Mangut reports

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UK government borrowing hits new high

Government borrowing in the UK hit a new December record, reaching £27.4bn last month. It comes as public sector debt hit 99.5% of GDP at the end of the year - the highest level since the 1960s. Julia Chapman reports.

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NO DECISION ON GERMAN TANKS FOR UKRAINE: DEFENCE MINISTER

NATO Chief Jens Stoltenberg is in Berlin for talks with the German Government over whether the country will provide main battle tanks to Ukraine. 

Germany has faced criticism from Kyiv and Western allies over accusations it is taking too long to make a decision, with US officials saying Russia is preparing a major spring offensive. 

From Berlin, Trent Murray reports.

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