Foreign ministers from the world's largest economies are gathering in
Brazil for the first meeting of the country's g20 presidency.
The meeting comes amid a number of global flashpoints including the
wars in Ukraine and Gaza and the recent death of Russian opposition
leader Alexey Navalny.
Ira Spitzer reports from Rio de Janeiro.
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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Biden Administration cancels $1.2 billion in student loans
About 150 thousand student loans will be cancelled by the Biden Administration.
President Joe Biden last year pledged to find alternative ways to
tackle student debt relief after the Supreme Court blocked his broader
plan to write off some $400 billion in student loans.
Jody Jacobs reports...
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President Joe Biden last year pledged to find alternative ways to
tackle student debt relief after the Supreme Court blocked his broader
plan to write off some $400 billion in student loans.
Jody Jacobs reports...
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UK’s nuclear deterrent test fails for a second time
A Trident nuclear missile has failed for a second time after it was fired into the Atlantic Ocean last month.
The Trident missile was fired from a Royal Navy submarine and witnessed by Defence Secretary Grant Shapps and the head of the British Navy.
Lara Brehmer reports from London
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US likely to defend Israel at the International Court of Justice
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The United States is likely to defend Israel when it speaks at a hearing at the International Court of Justice.
The UN-backed court is reviewing the legality of Tel Aviv's control over Palestinian territories since 1967.
More than 50 countries and 3 international organisations are participating in the hearing.
Ishan Garg has more.
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FRANCE CALLS FOR WITHDRAWAL OF RWANDA TROOPS FROM DRC
France has called on Rwanda to stop supporting the M23 rebels in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
It's also called for the withdraw of troops from Congolese territory.
Rwanda and the DRC have long accused each other of backing rebels that seek to topple their governments.
Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa.....
Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa.....
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Nigeria to Release Report into Military Air Strike That Killed Civilians This Month
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Nigeria's Defense chief, General Christopher says reports into a military drone attack that killed over 80 civilians in northern Kaduna state in December will be released by the end of February.
Nigeria's President had ordered a thorough investigation following the attack, which the military said was targeted at insurgents and bandits.
Correspondent Ajeck Mangut reports.
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European satellite to crash back to Earth
A European satellite will crash back to Earth on Wednesday, after nearly 30 years in space.
ERS2 was pioneering when it launched but it will mostly burn up on its re-entry to the atmosphere.
Ross Cullen reports.
Farmers begin march to Delhi
Tear gas shells have been fired on protesting farmers, as they begin their march to Delhi, some 200 kilometers away from the national capital.
Some farmers say they will now try and walk to Delhi to get around the layers of security blocking their path.
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The Narendra Modi government last offered farmers a five year contract for guaranteed prices for five of 23 crops, but they are pushing for a law that would guarantee higher minimum prices for all crops.
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Some farmers say they will now try and walk to Delhi to get around the layers of security blocking their path.
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The Narendra Modi government last offered farmers a five year contract for guaranteed prices for five of 23 crops, but they are pushing for a law that would guarantee higher minimum prices for all crops.
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Asia’s biggest air show underway in Singapore
Asia's biggest air show is underway in Singapore and is being attended by the world's leading aircraft manufacturers and industry leaders.
Airbus showed off its A350-1000, which runs using sustainable aviation fuel.
Organisers expect the show to draw crowds close to pre-pandemic levels.
Patrick Fok has more.
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Airbus showed off its A350-1000, which runs using sustainable aviation fuel.
Organisers expect the show to draw crowds close to pre-pandemic levels.
Patrick Fok has more.
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Indian Court quashes local mayoral poll results over allegations of tampering in favour of ruling BJP
A day after the Indian Supreme Court set aside a local election result that saw Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party win, opposition leaders have welcomed the ruling.
They say democracy has been saved.
The court declared an opposition candidate as the winner, in an unusual hearing where votes were counted in front of the judges.
Priyata Brajabasi has more.
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US and Russia to take part in India's naval drills
India's defence minister is set to inaugurate an international naval exercise that brings together some 50 countries including the US, Russia, and Iran, amid geopolitical tensions.
The event which runs until 27th February is aimed at boosting maritime cooperation, and comes as analysts say that India's strategic importance in the Indo-Pacific region is growing.
Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.
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Farmers set to begin march to Delhi again after talks fail
India's protesting farmers are set to resume their march to New Delhi,
after another round of talks with the government failed to reach common ground.
The Narendra Modi government last offered farmers a five year contract for guaranteed prices for five of 23 crops, but they are pushing for a law that would guarantee higher minimum prices for all crops.
Neha Poonia has more.
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Farmers are urging the government to either accept their demands or allow them to go ahead with their march.
Security forces have erected barriers some 200 kilometers from the capital to keep out the demonstrators.
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after another round of talks with the government failed to reach common ground.
The Narendra Modi government last offered farmers a five year contract for guaranteed prices for five of 23 crops, but they are pushing for a law that would guarantee higher minimum prices for all crops.
Neha Poonia has more.
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Farmers are urging the government to either accept their demands or allow them to go ahead with their march.
Security forces have erected barriers some 200 kilometers from the capital to keep out the demonstrators.
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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Nvidia overtakes Tesla as Wall Street's most traded stock
Chipmaker Nvidia has overtaken car giant Tesla as the most traded stock on the US stock market.
Demand for the chips, which are used by Artificial Intelligence developers, has soared in recent years.
All eyes are on Nvidia's fourth quarter earnings, due out on Wednesday.
Sally Patterson has more.
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Two charged with Kansas City Super Bowl shooting
Police in Kansas City have charged two people with murder following a
mass shooting at the Super Bowl celebration parade.
The violence last week left one person dead and almost two dozen injured.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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mass shooting at the Super Bowl celebration parade.
The violence last week left one person dead and almost two dozen injured.
US correspondent Nick Harper reports.
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US to impose additional sanctions on Russia following Navalny death
The United States is announcing a "major sanctions package" to hold Russia and its President Vladimir Putin accountable for the death of Alexei Navalny and the war in Ukraine.
White House spokesperson John Kirby says the Biden administration will put forward the economic measures on Friday, a week after Navalny — a long-time anti-corruption campaigner and Putin critic — was found dead in an Artic Circle penal colony.
Benji Hyer reports.
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Russia detains US-Russian woman on treason charges
Russia says it has detained a 33-year-old woman who holds joint US and
Russian citizenship on treason charges.
The woman, whose identity is not known, lives in Los Angeles and
reportedly donated $50 million to help the Ukrainian army.
Nick Harper reports.
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Russian citizenship on treason charges.
The woman, whose identity is not known, lives in Los Angeles and
reportedly donated $50 million to help the Ukrainian army.
Nick Harper reports.
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US blocks ceasefire resolution
The United States has blocked the ceasefire resolution in the Security
Council on Tuesday.
Despite overwhelming support, the text was vetoed by Washington which
has now tabled its own resolution.
Jody Jacobs reports...
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Council on Tuesday.
Despite overwhelming support, the text was vetoed by Washington which
has now tabled its own resolution.
Jody Jacobs reports...
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UN Security Council to vote on ceasefire resolution
The UN Security Council will vote on a draft resolution on Tuesday
which calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
Tabled by Algeria, the resolution has widespread support amongst
council members, however the United States has indicated that it will
use its veto.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York...
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which calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
Tabled by Algeria, the resolution has widespread support amongst
council members, however the United States has indicated that it will
use its veto.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York...
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Hungary to Endorse Sweden's NATO Membership
Hungary's Parliament is expected to green-light Sweden's entry into NATO on Monday, ending delays that have lasted more than 18 months and caused frustration among Hungary's allies.
Pablo Gutierrez reports
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UK Foreign Secretary Promises to ‘Protect and Defend’ Falkland Islands
The UK's Foreign Secretary has promised to 'Protect and Defend' the Falklands Islands during his visit to the British Overseas Territory.
Lord Cameron's trip to the Atlantic Archipelago comes after Argentina's new President's renewed calls to negotiate the Islands' sovereignty.
Simon Gaitán reports.
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