Tuesday, February 6, 2024

US stocks rebound after Fed Chair comments

US stocks ended higher on Tuesday, as investors digested the latest corporate earnings.


Markets rebounded after comments made over the weekend suggesting the Federal Reserve would be wary of cutting interest rates too soon.


Sally Patterson has more.


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US woman sentenced over son's school shooting

A US woman has been convicted of involuntary manslaughter in relation to her son's school shooting.


After 11 hours of deliberations, a jury found Jennifer Crumbley guilty of all four counts.


It's believed to be the first time a parent has been tried for manslaughter in connection with a mass shooting conducted by their child.


The 45-year-old is due to be sentenced on April 9.


Sally Patterson reports.


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Mudslide risk high after record-setting California rains

Southern California faces an ongoing risk of mudslides in the wake of a winter storm that brought record-setting record rain to the region.


Los Angeles saw about half of its normal yearly rainfall total fall in just two days.


Ira Spitzer reports.


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Blinken wraps up day two of Mideast crisis tour

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to visit Israel and the West Bank on Wednesday, as the war in Gaza moves into its fourth month.

The trip comes as there's quiet optimism a deal to end the fighting may be achieved, which could also see the release of Israeli captives being held in the strip.

Sarah Coates has more from Tel Aviv.

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US Homeland Security Sec impeachment vote

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The US House of Representatives is set to vote on whether to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.


Republican leaders are expected to push through the charges but there is virtually no chance of a conviction in the Democratic-led Senate.


Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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Republican candidate Nikki Haley requests Secret Service protection

US Presidential hopeful Nikki Haley has requested Secret Service protection, according to her team.


The Republican candidate is up against former President Donald Trump to become the party's nomination.


While she did not disclose any specific threats that prompted the request, Haley has told US media she'd had "multiple issues".


Sally Patterson has more.


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Donald Trump -- no Presidential immunity, says US court

Donald Trump does *not* have Presidential immunity, according to a United States court. 


It means the former President, who is vying for the White House again, *can* — this ruling says— be prosecuted on charges of plotting to overturn the 2020 election result and committing fraud to stay in power.


From Washington, Benji Hyer reports. 


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Trump wants Biden debate

US President Joe Biden has responded to calls from former US President
Donald Trump for a debate.
Biden shrugged off the idea and said Trump has "nothing else to do".
Jody Jacobs reports...

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Election Campaigning Wraps Up In Pakistan

Election campaigning in Pakistan will wrap up on Tuesday night local time, with the country set to vote for a new government on Thursday. 


But security concerns persist as pre-poll violence mars the run up to the country's general elections. 


Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad


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Nevada Democrats and Republicans pick presidential candidates in primary

US President Joe Biden is hoping for another strong showing in the Nevada primary contest on Tuesday, following an overwhelming win in South Carolina. 


Republican voters in the state are also choosing their candidate this week - but it's causing confusion. 


As US correspondent Nick Harper reports. 


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EU to make concessions for farmers as it looks to cut emissions by 90%

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The European Union is poised to recommend a 90% reduction in emissions as part of its 2040 climate target.


But reports say the bloc has had to make massive concessions for the farming sector as farmers across the continent protest against EU laws. 


Ishan Garg has more from Brussels. 


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Senegalese Lawmakers Vote to Postpone Presidential Election to December 15

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Senegal's parliament has voted to hold the country's Presidential Election on December 15.


The move follows President Macky Sall's announcement on Saturday that the election, which was scheduled for February 25, would be postponed.


The President cited controversies over the disqualification of some candidates and allegations of corruption in election-related cases for his decision to delay the polls.


Correspondent Ajeck Mangut reports.



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PM Modi slams opposition in last parliament address before Indian elections

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has claimed his party will win a rare third term in the country's upcoming general elections.

Modi made the comments while addressing Parliament - likely his last speech in the House this term.

Priyata Brajabasi has more

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KING CHARLES SPENDS NIGHT AT HOME AFTER CANCER DIAGNOSIS

Britain's King Charles III has spent the night at home in London after revealing he's being treated for cancer.

Buckingham Palace has not revealed what type of cancer he's been diagnosed with.

The King will step back from public royal duties, with Prince William expected to cover some engagements for him.

MP Tim Loughton is praising the King for announcing the cancer diagnosis.

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India-US civil nuclear deal "an important piece of unfinished business" - US official

The US Assistant Secretary for Energy Resources has described the status of a civil nuclear partnership between India and the US as "an important piece of unfinished business".

This comes as the two countries have been working to boost their energy ties.

Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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Japan to reply to rare sympathy message from N Korea

Japan’s Prime Minister says he’s intending to send an ‘appropriate response’ to a rare message of support from North Korea.

The country's leader, Kim Jong Un, sent his sympathies following an earthquake which hit Japan’s Noto Peninsula on New Year’s Day. 


Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. 


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Chinese Court Hands Australian Writer Suspended Death Sentence

A Chinese court has handed Australian writer Yang Hengjun and pro-democracy blogger a suspended death sentence for spying.

Human rights advocates say it's an unusually harsh verdict and it could hurt ties between Beijing and Canberra.

Patrick Fok reports.

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At least three dead in California storms

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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Monday, February 5, 2024

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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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