Friday, December 1, 2023

Russia moves to ban ‘LGBT movement’ as “extremist organisation”

Russian Supreme Court upheld a ban of what Moscow called "international LGBT movement" as an "extremist organization." There is no such legal entity or movement in Russia. Human rights activists warn that the ban could lead to an increase in harassment and persecution against LGBTQ+ people in Russia. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu Meets King Charles in UAE

Nigeria's President, Bola Tinubu has met with King Charles III of England in the United Arab Emirates.

Both of them, among other world leaders, are in Dubai for the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP 28.

Correspondent Tesem Akende reports.

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Delhi air quality deteriorates once again

Air quality in India's capital New Delhi has once again dipped, with most parts of the city recording pollution levels close to 500, ten times global permissible limits.

This despite the Indian government saying that incidents of stubble burning in neighbouring states like Punjab and Haryana declined significantly against last year.

Priyata Brajabasi reports.

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More than 100,000 people in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo are facing a severe water shortage. Authorities in the Beni-Mbau sector say the wells in their area are not enough to serve the large population. They have urged the government to come to their rescue. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa.

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ISRAEL RESUMES HOSTILITIES WITH HAMAS

Israel has resumed its military operation in Gaza, accusing Hamas of violating a ceasefire.

A temporary truce had been due to expire after the release of dozens of hostages held by Hamas and prisoners from Israeli jails.

Sarah Coates reports from Tel Aviv.

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Japan concerned about continued US military Osprey use

Japan is concerned the US military is continuing to fly Osprey aircraft despite an official request to ground them until their safety is confirmed. 


The government made the request after a CV22 Osprey crashed into the ocean in west Japan with eight US military personnel onboard. 


One person has been confirmed dead and the search is continuing for the remaining passengers. 

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Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. 


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India to investigate US 'murder for hire' charges against Indian national

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India says a panel will investigate US prosecutors' allegations that an Indian government official was involved in a plot to assassinate a Sikh activist on US soil. 

American officials say they are taking these allegations very seriously. 

India says the allegations are against the country's policy - and that it will take appropriate follow-up steps. 

Ishan Garg tells us more about the investigation from New Delhi. 

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China restricts exports of key material for electric vehicle batteries

CUE: Foreign buyers of some types of Chinese graphite … a key ingredient for electric car batteries … now need a permit as Beijing tightens export controls to preserve national security. China is the world's largest producer of the graphite … which is a form of carbon … and America's biggest supplier.

 

Here's Andrew Wood in Hong Kong

 

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Myanmar Military Losses Are Inspiring Resistance Attacks

Hope is rising among opponents of Myanmar's military regime that this could be a turning point in the struggle against the country's army leaders.

That's as the junta continues to lose ground following a surprise offensive that began a month ago.

Patrick Fok reports.

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

Blinken says Israel must protect civilians when fighting resumes

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned efforts must be made to prevent violence in Gaza from enveloping the region.


The US' top diplomat met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on Thursday.


This comes after a temporary truce between Israel and Hamas was extended for a seventh day.


Sally Patterson has more.


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Tesla delivers its first Cybertrucks

Tesla has made the first deliveries of its Cybertruck at a splashy event in Austin, Texas. It marks Tesla's entry into the electric pickup truck market at a time when the electric car giant faces weaker demand and falling market share. Toni Waterman has more.

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Blinken holds meetings with officials in Middle East

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has met with top officials in Israel and the West Bank, in his third visit to the region since October 7.


This comes after a temporary truce between Israel and Hamas was extended for a seventh day on Thursday.


The United States says it supports Israel's right to defend itself, while also stressing civilians in Gaza should be protected.


Sally Patterson has more.


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UN commission to investigate alleged Hamas sexual violence during October 7 attacks

The United Nations has set up a commission of inquiry to investigate
war crimes on both sides of the Israel-Hamas conflict.
According to the world body the investigation will for now focus on
sexual violence allegedly committed by Hamas in the October 7 attacks
on Israel.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations...

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SHANE MACGOWAN DIES

Singer Shane MacGowan from the Pogues has died aged 65.

He fronted the band who had their biggest hit with Fairytale of New York in the late 80s.

Music Journalist Annie Zaleski says it's a huge loss.

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2023 set to be the hottest year on record, says UN

As leaders from nearly 200 countries gather in Dubai for climate talks, further evidence that humanity isn't doing enough to avert a climate catastrophe.  The World Meteorological Organization says it's "virtually certain" that 2023 will be the hottest year ever - as the world heats up at an unprecedented pace.  Toni Waterman has more.

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U.S. Congressman accused of fraud calls action against him 'theatre' ahead of expulsion vote

Republican representative George Santos is refusing to resign, ahead of a House vote to expel him expected on Friday.

He gave a press conference on the steps of the Capitol on Thursday in which he called the moves against him 'bullying'.

Caroline Malone reports from Washington.


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Report: Pope warned Israel's President not to "respond to terror with terror"


Pope Francis warned Israel's President not to "respond to terror with terror" in a phone call about the conflict in Gaza last month.

That's according to a report in the Washington Post newspaper.

Our Rome correspondent Giles Gibson has the details.

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California and Florida governors to face off in unusual debate

Florida's Republican Governor Ron Desantis and California's Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom will face off in a televised debate tonight.


It's an unusual event, especially since only one of the two men is actually running for the presidency.


Ira Spitzer has more.


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UK SENDS DESTROYER TO REINFORCE GULF & INDIAN OCEAN

The UK is sending an additional warship to join others already patrolling the Gulf and Indian Ocean.

The British Defence Secretary says it's an attempt to deter wider escalation of the conflict in Israel and Gaza.

Stuart Smith reports from London.

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One person killed in Donetsk after Russian missile attack

Russia launched six missiles at the Donetsk region overnight, killing at least one person and wounding 10 people, including children. Rescue workers carried out operations from the early morning hours to search for people trapped under the rubble.

Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv

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