Monday, October 16, 2023

Sunak vows to protect Jewish communities

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has vowed to protect the UK's Jewish communities amid tensions over the war between Israel and Hamas. Visiting a Jewish school in London, Sunak said all anti-semitic attacks would be met with the full force of the law. Julia Chapman reports.

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Ukraine says Russia’s biggest offensive in months is failing

A top Ukrainian commander has said Russian forces have failed to encircle the eastern Ukrainian town of Avdiivka, and have suffered serious losses, including the destruction of at least 100 tanks and 180 armored vehicles.

Megumi Lim reports

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Investigation into Alleged Sexual Abuse of UN Peacekeepers in DR Congo Commences

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An investigation into the misconduct of UN peacekeepers in the Democratic Republic of Congo has commenced.

The group of soldiers who are accused of sexual exploitation have been sent back to South Africa to answer questions related to their improper behavior.

Isabel Nakirya reports.


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IMF Says Nigeria’s Currency Under Pressure

The International Monetary Fund says Nigeria's currency, the Naira, is under pressure and the country could consider seeking loans to stabilize it.


Correspondent Tesem Akende reports from Jos.


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Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán Attends BRI in China

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has arrived in China to participate in the third forum of the Belt and Road Initiative, set for October 17 and 18. During his visit, he received a warm welcome in Beijing, with military honors and bilateral talks with Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiang. 
Pablo Gutierrez reports from Budapest.

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Disney celebrates 100 years of magic!

100 years of stories. 100 years of magic! Disney is celebrating its centennial today (MONDAY). What started as a humble dream for two brothers - Walt and Roy Disney -  is now the world's largest entertainment company -- with movies, cruise ships, and of course - theme parks. Toni Waterman has more.

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Sony in talks to acquire Disney India: Report

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South Korea's Sony Pictures Entertainment is looking to purchase Disney's India operations, according to local media reports.

Disney's India business was valued at 17 billion dollars in 2020 – and included 70 TV channels as well as the popular Disney plus Hotstar streaming service.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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Vladimir Putin visiting China as friendship with Xi Jinping deepens

CUE: President Xi Jinping of China is getting ready to receive President Vladimir Putin, for the Russian leader's first trip outside the former Soviet Union so far this year.

Relations between Mr Xi and Mr Putin have grown closer in the past few years.

Here's Andrew Wood in Hong Kong

 

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Japan PM faces lowest public support yet

Japan’s Prime Minister is facing pressure as his cabinet’s approval rating drops to its lowest level during his term. 


About 32 percent (32.3) of the public support the current government, a drop of more than 7 points (39.8) on last month. 


Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. 


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Disney at 100: Fairy tales and family-friendly entertainment

INTRO: The Walt Disney company is 100 years old as of Monday – marking the start by brothers Walt and Roy Disney on October 16th in 1923.

From the movies The Lion King to Pinocchio and many others,  the Disney name has become synonymous with fun entertainment for children and some adults.

Caroline Malone reports.

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Major concern for humanitarian needs as Israel continues attacks on Gaza

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The UN's Secretary-General warned on Sunday that we are on verge of the abyss in the Middle East, as he made humanitarian appeals. 


U.S. President Joe Biden has spoken with the Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas to condemn the Hamas attack on Israel, but also to reiterate that the militant group does represent all Palestinian people, and their right to dignity and self-determination.


Here's Ross Cullen with more in Tel Aviv.


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Friday, October 13, 2023

House Republicans nominate hardliner Jim Jordan for House Speaker

US House Republicans have nominated hardliner Jim Jordan for Speaker
of the House of Representatives.

He's aiming to take over from Kevin McCarthy who was ousted from the position.

But Jordan still lacks enough support from within his own party to
take up the gavel.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Putin calls on Israel, Palestine to stop bloodshed, begin negotiations

Russian President Vladimir Putin admitted Israel has right to self-defence, but stressed Palestine needs recognition as a state. While he acknowledged the latest Hamas attack on Israel was "unprecedented in its cruelty" he warned Israel's ground operation in Gaza could cause "absolutely unacceptable" civilian casualties. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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Israel carries out Gaza raid to resuce hostages

The Israeli military says it has carried out a limited raid into Gaza
to try and rescue hostages held by Hamas.

Around 150 people were taken by militant fighters last Saturday,
including 14 Americans.

US President Joe Biden spoke by their families on Friday morning.

Meanwhile, Israel has given 1.1 million people living in northern Gaza
24 hours to leave ahead of an expected ground assault by Israeli
troops.

Ross Cullen in Tel Aviv says Palestinians are now trying to flee.

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Ross Cullen in Tel Aviv says there's a growing sense that Israel will
shortly launch a major ground offensive.

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Palestinians flee amid Israel Gaza evacuation alert

Israel is expected to launch a ground offensive in the coming hours
after it ordered more than 1 million Palestinians living in northern
Gaza to evacuate in the next 24 hours.

300,000 Israeli troops have massed on its borders, positioning tanks
that could roll into the Gaza Strip.

It comes almost a week after Hamas' attack killed more than 1,300 Israelis.

Sarah Coates in Tel Aviv says Israel has not said if this is a hard
deadline, or whether it can be extended.

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Sarah Coates in Tel Aviv says Palestinais are racing to leave.

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Microsoft completes $69bn Activision Blizzard, beating antitrust concerns

Microsoft has completed its largest ever deal with the acquisition of
video game publisher Activision Blizzard for $69 billion dollars.

European regulators gave the deal the greenlight after a US judge
dismissed antitrust concerns.

US correspondent Nick Harper reports.

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Aid groups fear impact of Gaza evacuation

Some NGOs are urging the Israeli government to reverse its call for
over a million Palestinians to leave northern Gaza.

Israel looks set to intensify attacks against Hamas in the Palestinian
enclave and urges civilians to move south for their own safety.

But the United Nations warns that such an evacuation could have
devastating humanitarian consequences.

William Denselow reports from UN headquarters in New York.

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NYPD on "High Alert"

New York law enforcement officials have issued a "high alert" warning
as the city prepares for a day of protests.
There are concerns violence and unrest might erupt in the city after a
former Hamas leader called for worldwide demonstrations in support of
Palestine.
A large demonstration is planned at Times Square on Friday.
Jody Jacobs has more from New York...

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UN urges Israel to rescind northern Gaza evacuation order

The United Nations is urging Israel to rescind its order giving more than 1 million Palestinians just 24 hours to leave the north of the Gaza Strip and immediately evacuate to the territory's south.


Israeli forces are gathering for a possible ground invasion of Gaza following last week's Hamas attacks that left more than 1,300 Israelis dead.


Humanitarian organizations are warning of a massive loss of civilian life if the ground offensive goes ahead.


US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has been meeting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israeli defense chiefs, as our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.


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UK: Multiple Jewish Schools Close Over Safety Fears, Home Sec: Waving Palestine Flags May Not Be Legitimate, Ahead of Expected Protests

Several Jewish schools in London have closed over safety fears amid the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. 


Pro-Palestine protests are planned across the weekend, as an Israeli ground assault is widely expected. 


The Home Secretary has said that waving Palestinian flags may 'not be legitimate' ahead of expected protests. 


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