Tuesday, May 16, 2023

ChatGPT CEO urges AI regulation

The CEO behind ChatGPT is urging US lawmakers to regulate the AI industry - and fast. In a hearing on Tuesday, Sam Altman said he feared the rapidly evolving technology had the potential to manipulate and spread misinformation. Toni Waterman has more.

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White House “reevaluating" Biden's overseas travel amid debt ceiling crisis

The White House has suggested US President Joe Biden may scrap his
trip to Australia amid ongoing debt ceiling negotiations.

Biden heads to the G7 summit in Japan on Wednesday, but the White
House says it is "reevaluating the rest of the trip".

The US is trying to increase its borrowing limit, with neither
Democrats or Republicans so far able to find common ground.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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New Mexico shooter was armed with three guns

A shooter who killed several people in New Mexico was armed with at least three guns, according to police.


The 18-year-old suspect was shot and killed by officers at the scene on Monday.


It comes amid what could be the worst year in recent history for mass shootings in the United States.


Sally Patterson reports.


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North Carolina GOP lawmakers try to override abortion ban veto

An abortion showdown taking place in North Carolina on Tuesday. Lawmakers are expected to vote on whether to override the Governor's veto of an abortion-ban bill.  And as Toni Waterman explains, it could all come down to a single vote.

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U.S. retail sales show resilience despite headwinds

U.S. retail sales increased less than analysts expected last month as
price pressures continue to hold back shoppers.

But it's the first positive reading since January in a sign that a
recession might be avoided.

William Denselow reports from New York.


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Biden meets with Congressional leaders to hash out debt agreement

US President Joe Biden is set to meet again with Congressional leaders later on Tuesday in an attempt to break a stalemate and strike a deal on America's impending debt ceiling crisis.


The United States has already reached its borrowing capacity limit — in excess of $31 trillion.


But following months of special measures to keep paying the nation's bills, the Treasury now says the ceiling needs raising by June 1st, or else the country would have to default on its debt, as Benji Hyer reports. 


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UN: Plastic pollution will be eliminated by 2040

The United Nations Environment Programme says global plastic solutions
could be slashed by 80% by 2040.
The ambitious target it believes can be met with practical and
affordable methods.
Jody Jacobs reports.

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Ukraine shoots down hypersonic missiles

Ukraine claims to have downed a volley of Russian hypersonic missiles for the first time.

Kinzhal missiles can travel at up to 10 times the speed of sound and are among Moscow's most powerful weapons.

If the announcement is confirmed, it would suggest that Western military aid could be making an impact.

Meanwhile Russia's ministry of defence says it destroyed an American Patriot missile defence system with one of its Kinzhal missiles.

Ukraine, however, says it intercepted all 18 missiles fired by Russia overnight, many of which were aimed at the capital Kyiv.

From there, Shelby Wilder has more.

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EU stats agency confirms Eurozone grew by 0.1% in Q1


The European Union's statistics agency has confirmed the Eurozone grew by 0.1 percent in Q1 of this year, compared to the previous quarter.

That's as the IMF warns that growth in the Eurozone's biggest economy, Germany, will remain sluggish in the short term.

Giles Gibson has more from Rome.

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Giuliani sued for $10m for sexual harassment

Rudy Giuliani is being sued for $10m by a former employee for sexual harassment

Donald Trump's ex-lawyer is also accused of trying to sell pardons for
$2m - accusations he "vehemently" denies.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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The 4th Council of Europe meets in Iceland

European leaders are meeting in Iceland this week for the fourth sitting of the Council of Europe. 


The two-day summit in the Icelandic capital will look to reaffirm its support for Ukraine and set a firm tone on widespread human rights violations.


Turkey's future in the council is also expected to dominate the agenda. 


Natalie Malgas has more...


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RISHI SUNAK HEADS TO ICELAND IN BID FOR MIGRATION SUPPORT

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will push for a united approach to tackling migration - when he addresses a Council of Europe meeting in Iceland. Mr Sunak is also expected to meet with representatives from the European Court of Human Rights. Laura Makin-Isherwood reports.


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UK unemployment rises

The unemployment rate in the UK has risen to 3.9% as the labour market starts to show signs that it's being impacted by a slowing economy. The latest data also shows that wages are failing to keep pace with inflation. Julia Chapman has more.

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French president wants to cut taxes as part of policy relaunch

The French president says he wants to cut taxes by more than two billion dollars.

Emmanuel Macron says he wants ministers to put a bill before Parliament to enact the tax cuts by 2027.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Devastating Cyclone Mocha Batters States in India

One of the strongest storms to ever hit Myanmar has left a train of destruction in its wake.

Cyclone Mocha brought wind speeds of almost 250 kmph, devastating a number of countries.

In India, 9 deaths have been reported in the state of West Bengal.

Sreoshi Mukherjee has more.

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FRESH AIR STRIKES ACROSS UKRAINE

Air raid sirens have been sounding across much of Ukraine - with several explosions in the capital, Kyiv.

It follows President Zelensky's trip to visit several western allies in recent days, receiving pledges of further military support.

And it comes ahead of an anticipated counter-offensive by Ukraine against Russian forces.

Tobias Ellwood - chair of the Defence Select Committee in the UK's Parliament says Kyiv needs long-term backing from allies.

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China tries to boost birthrate amid ageing population

China is experimenting with new ways to encourage women to marry and have more children. The population shrank last year for the first time since the early 1960s, and the very low birth rate is causing concerns over how to support the ageing population. 

Andrew Wood reports from Hong Kong


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78-year-old US citizen jailed for life in China over spying charges

A Chinese court has sentenced a 78-year-old US citizen to life in prison for spying. The ruling comes as Beijing is strengthening nationwide rules to combat espionage. 

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.


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Cambodia Bars Sole Opposition Party from July Elections

Cambodia has disqualified the only opposition party that was slated to contest elections in July.

The country's election commission disqualified the Candlelight Part for failing to submit the right paperwork.

Patrick Fok reports

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Pressure mounting on G7 host Japan over LGBT rights

Japan is coming under mounting international pressure to improve LGBT rights ahead of this week's G7 summit in Hiroshima. 

The government has declined to respond to a video by 15 diplomatic missions calling on it to take action on marriage equality. 


Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. 


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