Indian Opposition Parties Boycott New Parliament's Inauguration

Opposition parties in India say they will boycott the opening ceremony of the country's new parliament building this weekend.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will oversee the event but critics say this sidelines the President of India, who is the head of the state.

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Hundreds of people have been displaced by fighting between two rival militias in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Fighters of the Nyatura militia and the Alliance of Patriots for a Free and Sovereign Congo have been fighting over the control of villages in Masisi territory. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...

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UK NET MIGRATION FIGURE HITS RECORD HIGH

UK net migration figures have hit a record high - with the figure sitting at 606,000 for 2022. The Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has pledged previously to bring numbers down. But commentators warn this data could leave the conservatives open to criticism.  Laura Makin-Isherwood reports from London.

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UK ENERGY BILLS TO FALL

Energy bills for British households are set to fall as much as 20%.

The country's energy regulator is announcing its latest price cap.

While bills will come down, they'll still be significantly higher for households than before the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Alissa Pemberton from the National Energy Foundation says many households will still struggle, despite the falling costs.

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S Korean team concludes ALPs inspection

A delegation from South Korea is concluding their inspection of a Japanese facility designed to treat radioactive water from the wrecked Fukushima nuclear powerplant and discharge it into the ocean. 

The team is on a four day trip to inspect the facilities safety and environmental impact ahead of its expected launch this year. 

Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. 

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Ron DeSantis launches run for White House

Ron DeSantis' White House run is off to a shaky start as technical
glitches marred his long-anticipated announcement.

The Florida Governor declared that he was entering the race for
president during a live-streamed conversation on Twitter.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Stocks drop again on debt ceiling fears

U.S. stocks tumbled again Wednesday on fears that a deal to raise the
debt ceiling won't be reached before a June deadline.

And minutes from the Federal Reserve reveal policy makers are divided
on whether to keep raising interest rates.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Turner Turner dies

The queen of Rock and Roll, Tina Turner has died.
The 83 year old superstar passed away peacefully, according to her
agent, after a long illness in her home near Zurich, Switzerland.
After retiring from show business, Turner married Erwin Bach, later
relinquishing her U.S. citizenship and becoming a Swiss citizen.
US Correspondent, Jody Jacobs has more...

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UN: Fragile ceasefire in the Middle East

The United Nations says while the ceasefire is holding, between Israel and Palestine, talks between the two sides must be encouraged.
In recent weeks, the UN, together with regional and international partners, managed to once again end hostilities between armed factions in Gaza and Israel.
Addressing the Council on Wednesday, Tor Wennesland called on all parties to stop inflammatory actions that undermine any prospect for peace.
Wennesland is also concerned about a looming food crisis in Palestine and says the World Food Programme might have to suspend its assistance to Palestine as early as next week, due to a lack of funding...

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UK Expected To Be Site Of Major Car Battery Plant

The British car industry looks set for a major boost, with reports that a giant gigafactory will be built in south west England.

Tata, the Indian multinational that owns Jaguar - Land Rover are expected to officially announce the decision next week.

John Bevir (Beaver) reports.

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One year since Uvalde shooting

It's a year to the day since 19 children and two teachers were brutally killed in the third-deadliest school shooting in United States history, a shocking and devastating tragedy which has scarred the small town of Uvalde in the U.S. state of Texas. 

On Wednesday evening, a candlelight vigil will be held at the Memorial Park amphitheatre there, to commemorate the lives lost. 

From Uvalde, our US correspondent Benji Hyer reports.

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Retailer Target pulls some Pride Month products

US retailer Target will pull some of its LGBT+ merchandise following backlash from customers.

The chain says it is a necessary step to ensure employees are safe at work.

Sally Patterson reports.

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Florida governor DeSantis prepares for 2024 announcement

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is announcing he's running for the US
Presidency later, in what's being billed as a social media first.

He'll launch his bid on Twitter Spaces in a special event with the
platform's owner and outgoing CEO Elon Musk.

US correspondent Nick Harper sends this report.

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South Carolina legislature passes six week abortion ban

The South Carolina state Senate has approved a six week abortion ban.
The bill will make most abortions after early cardiac activity
is detected in a fetus illegal.
Rights groups have already threatened to take the matter to court to
challenge the legality of the state's latest ban.
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Italian police arrest 16 accused of stealing and trafficking ancient artefacts

Italian police have arrested 16 people accused of being involved in illegally trading ancient Greek and Roman artefacts.

Officers also recovered 3500 historical items after carrying out raids across Italy.

Giles Gibson reports from Rome.

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New Chinese ambassador to US warns of "serious difficulties"

The new Chinese ambassador to the United States says he aims to
safeguard his country's interests, while acknowledging challenges in
relations.

It follows a difficult year for relations between Beijing and
Washington, which deteriorated after a Chinese spy balloon flew over
America before being shot down.

Andrew Woods reports from Hong Kong.

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US marks one-year anniversary of Uvalde mass shooting

It's one year since the Uvalde school massacre when 19 children and
two teachers were killed inside their classroom.

It is the worst school shooting in Texas history.

The community will hold a candlelight vigil and butterfly release this
evening to remember those lost.

Toni Waterman has more from Texas.

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Nigerian Government to Absorb Returnee Students from Sudan into Local Institutions

The House of Representatives in Nigeria has called on the government to direct tertiary institutions in the country to absorb Nigerian students fleeing the war in Sudan.

Correspondent Tesem Akende reports from Jos.

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UK INFLATION FALLS - BUT NOT AS SHARPLY AS EXPECTED

UK inflation has fallen below 10% for the first time since August last year. While the dip - to 8.7% - indicates things may be moving in the right direction, analysts say the figure is still higher than expected. Laura Makin-Isherwood has more.

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Woman dies after being hit by royal police escort

A woman has died after being hit by a police motorcycle part of a royal escort for the Duchess of Edinburgh. 81-year-old Helen Holland spent almost two weeks in a coma in hospital after the incident in London earlier this month. Julia Chapman reports.

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