At least three people have died in the wake of powerful rainstorms that have swept through California.
The extreme weather also left more than half a million Californians without power.
Ira Spitzer has more.
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US says it will "not stop" defending itself in the Middle East
The UN Security Council held an urgent meeting Monday afternoon,
Russia accused the United States of fanning tensions in the Middle
East.
But the US says it will not back down from defending itself in the
region from attacks.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York...
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Russia accused the United States of fanning tensions in the Middle
East.
But the US says it will not back down from defending itself in the
region from attacks.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York...
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King Charles diagnosed with cancer
King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer.
The type of cancer has not been revealed, but according to Buckingham Palace, the monarch, aged 75, has started "regular treatment."
The King, the Palace says, "remains wholly positive about his treatment and looks forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible."
With the latest, Olly Barratt, in London.
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BACK ANNO: Prince Harry is returning to Britain from the United States
California storm brings travel disruptions, flooding
A powerful winter storm is bringing strong winds and heavy rain to large parts of California.
The deluge has left hundreds of thousands of people without power.
Ira Spitzer has more.
The deluge has left hundreds of thousands of people without power.
Ira Spitzer has more.
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Antonio Guterres sets up review of UNRWA
The United Nations Secretary General has instituted an independent
review of its aid agency UNRWA.
The review is set to assess whether the Agency is doing everything
within its power to ensure neutrality and to respond to allegations of
serious breaches that may have been made.
Last month, Israel alleged that some UNRWA staff took part in the
October 7 attacks by Hamas.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.
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review of its aid agency UNRWA.
The review is set to assess whether the Agency is doing everything
within its power to ensure neutrality and to respond to allegations of
serious breaches that may have been made.
Last month, Israel alleged that some UNRWA staff took part in the
October 7 attacks by Hamas.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.
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US Senate releases border bill with aid for Ukraine, Israel
US senators have released details of a $118 billion defense bill that
would provide aid for Ukraine and Israel, and security for the
US-Mexico border.
However, Republicans including former president Donald Trump have
slammed the proposal, saying it's not sufficient to end illegal
immigration.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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would provide aid for Ukraine and Israel, and security for the
US-Mexico border.
However, Republicans including former president Donald Trump have
slammed the proposal, saying it's not sufficient to end illegal
immigration.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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World Cup Final to be held near New York City
The 2026 World Cup final will be held in the US state of New Jersey, just outside of New York City.
Football international governing body FIFA announced on Sunday the match will be played at MetLife Stadium, to cap a tournament set in cities across the US, Canada and Mexico.
Fans in New York and New Jersey welcomed the news, with the event expected to bring in over $2 billion for the region.
Sally Patterson reports.
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Israel to employ workers from India and other countries to replace Palestinians
The Israeli government says it will bring in 65,000 workers from India, Sri Lanka and Uzbekistan to work in the country's construction industry.
Before the Israel- Hamas conflict began, 72,000 palestinian workers were employed in construction sites across Israel
Sreoshi Mukherjee explains why hundreds of Indian workers are lining up for those jobs
Before the Israel- Hamas conflict began, 72,000 palestinian workers were employed in construction sites across Israel
Sreoshi Mukherjee explains why hundreds of Indian workers are lining up for those jobs
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Senegal lawmakers debate election delay
There's an uneasy calm in Senegal after opposition protesters clashed with the police over the weekend
It comes after the country's President postponed elections slated for February 25.
Senegal's parliament is now debating the election delay and will vote on whether or not to make the delay binding.
Correspondent Nabil Ahmed Rufai reports from Accra.
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EU's top diplomat issues warning about UNRWA funding
The European Union's top diplomat Josep Borrell says defunding UNRWA "would put hundreds of thousands of lives at risk."
The UN agency provides humanitarian support to Palestinians but multiple countries - including the U.S. - have recently frozen their funding for it.
That's after 12 UNRWA staff have been accused of taking part in the 7th October Hamas attacks on Israel last year.
Giles Gibson reports from Brussels.
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Blinken begins Middle East crisis tour
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is back in the Middle East, his fifth visit to the region since the war between Israel and Hamas began in October.
Sarah Coates has more from Tel Aviv.
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DUR: 00:34"President Tinubu, World Leaders Mourn Namibian President’s Death
Nigeria's President, Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the government and people of Namibia over the death of their President, Hage Geingob.
Correspondent Tesem Akende reports.
Take Radio
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World Bank probe rights violations in $150m Tanzania project
The World Bank says it is investigating allegations of human rights violations done by Tanzanian authorities during the implementation of a $150 million tourism resource management project.
Daniel Kijo reports.....
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10 Police Officers Killed As Security Situation In Pakistan Worsens Ahead of Election
10 police officers have been killed and 6 injured in a terrorist attack on a police station in northern Pakistan.
It's raised fears for the safety of the upcoming election later this week.
Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad.
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US STRIKES YEMEN TARGETS
The US has carried out fresh airstrikes on Houthi positions in Yemen.
Defence officials say forces struck a land-attack cruise missile and four anti-ship missiles that had been ready for use in the Red Sea.
It follows a third wave of joint British and American airstrikes on Saturday.
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says it's necessary to protect commercial shipping.
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Defence officials say forces struck a land-attack cruise missile and four anti-ship missiles that had been ready for use in the Red Sea.
It follows a third wave of joint British and American airstrikes on Saturday.
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says it's necessary to protect commercial shipping.
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Indian state to set to table contentious Uniform Civil Code bill
Amid heightened security, an Indian state ruled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party is set to debate a contentious new common personal law this week.
Members of the ruling Bhartiya Janata party or the BJP say the law, which will apply across religions, will be replicated across other regions as well.
Priyata Brajabasi has more
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Zee says it can go to tribunal to enforce Sony merger deal
India's Zee Entertainment says it can ask a tribunal to enforce a $10 billion merger with Sony's Indian unit, which was planned but later scrapped by Sony.
Sony walked away from the deal two weeks ago, claiming breaches of contract.
Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.
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US, Japan name China as hypothetical target of war games
Japan and the US are identifying China as the hypothetical target of ongoing Pacific based war games for the first time.
The two countries are carrying out Operation Keen Edge in Tokyo and Hawaii this week as they look to improve their readiness to respond to conflict scenarios.
Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo.
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China Pledges to Stabilise Markets But Gives No Detail
Authorities in China say they will make efforts to stabilise markets after shares sank to a five year low on Friday.
A massive selloff has seen more than $6 trillion of value wiped off the market.
Patrick Fok reports.
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Sunday, February 4, 2024
California faces "life-threatening" flooding
The US state of California is facing heavy rain and snowfall, with
authorities issuing flood warnings authorities are describing as
"life-threatening".
Around 94% of the population - 37 million people - are now under flood
alerts, while some communities have been told to evacuate.
The state is forecast to experience several days of extreme weather.
Nancy Ward is California's Director of Emergency Service.
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authorities issuing flood warnings authorities are describing as
"life-threatening".
Around 94% of the population - 37 million people - are now under flood
alerts, while some communities have been told to evacuate.
The state is forecast to experience several days of extreme weather.
Nancy Ward is California's Director of Emergency Service.
IN: "We've mobilized..."
OUT: "... year."
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