Thursday, September 14, 2023

Tanzania President Samia postpones constitutional review.

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has pushed forward plans to develop a new constitution. She revealed that the country has more pressing issues currently and that the processes will be done at least after the next elections.


Daniel Kijo reports from Dar es Salaam.


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US military restarts drone, crewed aircraft operations in post-coup Niger


The United States military has resumed its drone and crew aircraft operations in Niger after an agreement with the military government in the West African country.

It comes more than a month after a coup halted the US military operations from its  airbases in Niger.

Nabil Ahmed Rufai reports



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Ugandan Police Ban Bobbi Wine Rallies


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Ugandan Police have suspended  Opposition Politician Bobbi Wine's rallies saying he breached guidelines, causing public disorder.

Wine has been holding country-wide rallies ahead of the 2026 general elections and he was due to have a rally in the capital.


Isabel Nakirya reports

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Nigeria’s Government Predicts Heavy Rainfall, Flooding in 13 States

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Nigeria's government says about 48 towns in 13 states are at risk of flooding.


The government disclosed this in the flood prediction report of the National Flood Early Warning Systems Central Hub of the Ministry of Environment.


Correspondent Ajeck Mangut reports from Abuja.


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Delhi urges US to investigate after clip shows cop laughing about Indian student's death

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India is urging US officials to conduct an investigation into the death of a 23-year-old Indian student who was hit by a speeding car in January.

The request comes after new bodycam footage was released in which the police officer can be heard laughing about the incident.

The Indian consulate in San Franciso has called the incident deeply troubling, as Ishan Garg reports

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Australia - Defence force item resent

Australian Defence force staff who work for a foreign power without
approval could face up-to 20-years in jail, under new laws being
considered by the countries Federal Parliament.

Shaun Bindley reports.

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Australia – Defence Force staff prevented by law from working for foreign powers.

Australian Defence force staff who work for a foreign power without approval could face up-to 20-years in jail, under new laws being considered by the countries Federal Parliament. 


Shaun Bindley reports.

 

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More Than 50 People Killed in Vietnamese Building Fire

More than 50 people are dead and around 40 injured following a fire in a nine-story apartment building in Vietnam's capital.

Reports say dozens remain trapped in the building.

Patrick Fok reports.

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

U.S. stocks mixed on disappointing inflation data

It was a mixed close on Wall Street Wednesday following the release of
some disappointing inflation figures.

But analysts don't expect it to influence the Federal Reserve when
they meet next week.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Central European countries determined to maintain Ukraine grain ban

Central European countries say they will ban Ukrainian grain imports if the EU doesn't extend its existing restrictions, which are set to expire on September 15.
Hungary, Romania, Slovakia and Poland are concerned that a flooding of the market with cheaper Ukrainian products will bring down their own grain prices, hitting domestic producers.
Pablo Gutierrez reports from Budapest.

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Tech CEOs discuss AI safeguards on Capitol Hill

The bosses of some of the US's biggest technology companies are meeting lawmakers to discuss how to set safeguards for artificial intelligence.


The closed-door meeting on Capitol Hill will include Meta Platforms' CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Tesla's CEO Elon Musk.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington


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Republicans pursue Joe Biden impeachment after inquiry opened into President over business dealings

Leading Republican Party lawmakers in the US House of Representatives say their investigation into President Joe Biden is "about transparency and answers for the American people, and accountability" for what they call "the biggest corruption scandal in history."


The comments at Wednesday's Congressional press conference come a day after House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announced the opening of a formal impeachment inquiry to look into "allegations of abuse of power and obstruction" in relation to Mr Biden and his family's business dealings.  


Our US Correspondent Benji Hyer reports. 


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US murderer arrested after two weeks on run

A convicted murderer who has been on the run in the US for almost two
weeks has been captured by police.

Danelo Cavalcante was surrounded by several dozen police officers - no
shots were fired.

He had escaped from a prison in Pennsylvania, where he was serving a
life sentence for murdering his ex-girlfriend in front of her two
young children.

State Police Lieutenant Colonel George Bivens gave details about
Cavalcante's arrest.

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US inflation rose last month, amid surging gas prices

US data shows inflation ticked up last month, marking the largest gain
in over a year.

Consumer prices rose 3.7% in August, hotter than expected.

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CDC approves new Covid-19 vaccine

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have approved a
new Covid-19 booster shot.

The coronavirus vaccine should be imminently available for all
Americans older than 6 months.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Morocco criticised for restricting foreign aid after earthquake

Some villages in Morocco's Atlas Mountains are still waiting on humanitarian assistance more than four days after an earthquake devastated the country. 

But despite many offers of help, foreign aid has been accepted from only four countries, a decision that has been criticised by opponents of the leadership. 

Giles Gibson reports from Marrakech.

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Indian Opposition Parties to Convene for a Meeting in New Delhi

A coalition of Indian opposition parties is holding its first coordination committee meeting in New Delhi.

Political experts say, in this meeting opposition leaders are expected to discuss the bloc's strategy for the upcoming general elections in 2024.

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RUSSIAN NAVY TARGETED IN PRE-DAWN CRIMEA STRIKES

Ukraine has reportedly struck deep behind Russian lines, once again targeting Moscow's naval forces. 

Footage shared online and in Russian media showed a large fire burning at a Navy base in Crimea.  

Trent Murray has more from Berlin. 

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Niger Junta Ends Military Accord With Benin Amid Regional Standoff

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Niger's military Junta has said it would end a military pact with neighbouring Benin republic, accusing it of authorising the deployment of troops on its territory for a possible military intervention by West African bloc, ECOWAS.


ECOWAS has threatened to use force if diplomatic talks with leaders of the January 26th coup in Niger fail to restore democracy in the country.


Correspondent Ajeck Mangut reports.


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Kim-Putin meet in Russia's Far East, say will fight 'imperalism together'

Kim Jong Un and Vladmir Putin have held delegation level talks in Russia's Far East.

Putin has said that Russia will help North Korea build satellites, after Pongyang failed twice this year to launch them.

  • Just before the meeting, North Korea launched two missiles - believed to be the first without Kim in the country.

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    Kim is accompanied by the commander of his army and the director of North Korea's Munitions Industry department, leading to expectations that the two sides will sign an arms deal.

    Chris Gilbert is reporting.

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