Monday, February 6, 2023

Ugandan Police Bust ADF rebel Cell, Arrest 6 Suspects

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Ugandan Police say they've busted an Allied Democratic Forces rebel cell in Butaleja district in Eastern Uganda.

Six suspects were arrested. The cell is believed to have existed for over 2 decades.

Isabel Nakirya reports

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British nurses and ambulance workers strike simultaneously

Nurses and ambulance workers in the United Kingdom are on strike in the biggest walk-out in the history of the country's health service. No negotiations on pay have been held between unions and the government since last month's strike action. Julia Chapman reports.

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ECOWAS says World Focusing on Nigeria for Credible Polls

The Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS has asked political parties and politicians in Nigeria to adhere to provisions of the country's Electoral guidelines during its national election this month.

Correspondent Tesem Akende reports.

 

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EARTHQUAKE KILLS HUNDREDS IN TURKEY AND SYRIA

Hundreds of people have been killed in southern Turkey and northern Syria after a powerful earthquake.

The magnitude 7.8 quake struck in the Turkish province of Gaziantep.

Turkey has declared a state of emergency and appealed for international help.

Turkey correspondent for The Times Hannah Lucinda Smith says the quake hit in the early hours local time.

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India's opposition parties launch nationwide protest amid Adani stock rout

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India’s opposition parties are launching a nationwide protest against the government, alleging inaction against the controversy-stricken Adani Group.

The group owned by one of the world’s richest men, Gautam Adani has seen more than half of its stock value erased from the markets after US short-seller Hindenburg Research accused it of stock manipulation.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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Reports hint at next Bank of Japan head

According to reports, Japan’s government is in talks with the deputy of the national bank to succeed its outgoing governor.

Current head Haruhiko Kuroda is set to step down, fueling speculation whether his successor will see an end to the bank's ultra loose monetary policy. 


Nora Weinek reports from Tokyo.


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China condemns US shooting down balloon

China is condemning the United States for shooting down what Beijing claims was a Chinese weather balloon off the US coast. 


The US accuses China of using the balloon for spying. 


Patrick Fok reports from Hong Kong.


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Hong Kong trial of pro-democracy activists underway

Hong Kong’s largest national security trial is underway. 


47 pro-democracy activists and politicians are facing charges of subversion for organising an unofficial primary election in 2020, days after a sweeping new security law had been imposed.


Richard Kimber is at the courthouse and sent this report on the significance of the trial.


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GOP criticises White House for Chinese balloon response delay

The White House has been forced to defend itself against criticisms by US Republicans over its handling of the suspected Chinese spy balloon in American airspace.

Several GOP lawmakers have accused the Biden Administration of taking too long to shoot it down.

Our Washington Correspondent Jagruti Dave reports.

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Saturday, February 4, 2023

17 killed, 12 injured in road accident in northern Tanzania

At least 17 people were killed and 12 others injured in a head-on collision between a truck and a mini-bus in Tanzania's north eastern district of Korogwe in the country's Tanga region.

Isaac Lukando reports from Dar es Salaam.

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Friday, February 3, 2023

Blinken: China spy balloon "irresponsible"

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has labelled China's decision to
fly a surveillance balloon over the US an "irresponsible act".

He said the presence of the balloon led to his decision to postpone
this weekend's trip to Beijing.

China has denied the allegations of spying, saying it's a civilian
balloon that has blown off its intended course.

Secretary Blinken condemned China's actions.

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Secretary Blinken said US intelligence believed the craft was there to
spy on America.

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US calls Chinese balloon “unacceptable" as Blinken postpones Beijing trip

The United States says a Chinese surveillance balloon flying over the
US is "unacceptable" and violates American airspace and sovereignty.

The Pentagon briefed reporters after the State Department announced
Secretary of State Antony Blinken was postponing his planned trip to
Beijing.

US officials say it's an "intelligence-gathering balloon", whereas
China claims it's a civilian research aircraft that has blown off
course.

Pentagon spokesman Air Force Brigadier General Pat Ryder spoke to reporters.

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Pentagon spokesman Air Force Brigadier General Pat Ryder said the US
does plan to shoot it down.

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Pentagon spokesman Air Force Brigadier General Pat Ryder spoke about
what they can see under the balloon.

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Poll: Public confidence in police falls after Tyre Nichols beating

Public confidence in US policing has fallen further in the wake of the death of Tyre Nichols according to a new poll.

The 29 year old black man's beating by police in the US state of Tennessee last month was captured on video.

US correspondent Ira Spitzer has more.

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Blinken postpones China trip amid 'spy' balloon row

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has canceled his weekend trip to
China following the Pentagon's allegations that Beijing has been using
an airship to spy on America.

China denies the espionage accusations, insisting that a 'civilian
airship' strayed off course.

Nina-Maria Potts reports:

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Employment numbers in focus on Wall Street [PREVIEW]

Data out on Friday showed the US economy is continuing to perform strongly - despite the Federal Reserve's efforts to dampen demand.


Investors are still reeling from shock labour numbers, with more due out this week. 


Sally Patterson has more in New York.


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US continues to track suspected Chinese spy balloon

The US is continuing to track a suspected Chinese spy balloon that's
flying over the country, potentially collecting intelligence.

The Pentagon released details of the surveillance balloon just days
before US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is due to visit Beijing.

China has responded saying it's a "civilian airship" that has strayed
off course.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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British man who threatened to kill Queen Elizabeth II pleads guilty to treason


A British man has pleaded guilty to treason, a year after being discovered in the grounds of Windsor Castle with a crossbow.

Jaswant Singh Chail told a royal protection officer who arrested him on Christmas Day 2021: "I am here to kill the Queen."

Our London Correspondent Giles Gibson has more.

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UK ENERGY WATCHDOG TELLS FIRMS TO 'GET HOUSE IN ORDER'

The UK's energy watchdog, Ofgem, has suspended the installation of prepaid energy meters by utility companies, after an investigation found debt collectors breaking into homes to fit them. 

Laura Makin-Isherwood has more from London.


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ITALIAN PM IN BERLIN TO MEET GERMAN CHANCELLOR

Italy's Prime Minister will meet her German counterpart during a set of meetings in Berlin. 

Giorgia Meloni, who now governs Italy with a right-wing coalition following elections late last year, is expected to push for more EU support to help her country respond to migrant boats travelling from North Africa and into Italian waters. 

Trent Murray reports from Berlin

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Nigeria Records 10,000 Cancer Cases in One Month

Nigeria has recorded over 10,000 cases of cancer this year.


Founder of a cancer foundation and wife of Kebbi state governor in the country's north made the disclosure in Abuja.


Correspondent Tesem Akende reports.


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