Trump administration instructs US civil servants instructed to rat on colleagues over DEI

On Donald Trump's second full day in office, federal government workers in the United States were instructed to inform the authorities about any colleagues who may be continuing to try and implement diversity, equity and inclusivity policies.

The President has ordered all employees in the government who were hired as a result of diversity programmes to take paid leave from their jobs.

Meanwhile, a TV weather forecaster in Milwaukee has been fired for criticizing Elon Musk.

From Washington, Simon Marks reports.

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New wildfire shuts down major highway north of Los Angeles

A new fast-moving wildfire has broken out north of Los Angeles, forcing thousands to evacuate their homes and closing a major highway.

The new blaze comes as the firefighters continue to battle the fires that brought devastation to Los Angeles two weeks ago.

Ira Spitzer reports.

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Musk spars with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman over Trump-backed AI Project

Elon Musk is sparring with rival tech billionaires from Open AI and its biggest backer Microsoft, over a new 500 billion dollar artificial intelligence initiative backed by the Trump administration.

The Tesla CEO,  a close ally of the US president, questioned whether the companies involved in the Stargate project, will be able to secure funding.

Ira Spitzer reports.

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Houthi rebels release crew members held captive for more than a year

After more than a year, Houthi rebels have released the crew of a
Bahamas-flagged vessel taken hostage off the Yemeni Red Sea coast.
According to reports the crew were handed over in response to the
ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.
Houthis have carried out several attacks on ships in the Red Sea since
2023 claiming solidarity with the people of Palestine.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.

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Nine dead in rare US southern winter storms

At least nine people have died after a record winter storm hit
southern parts of the United States, bringing snow, ice and dangerous
conditions to millions of people.

Seven states have issued winter weather alerts, warning people to stay in doors.

As Nick Harper reports.

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Refugees no longer able to travel to US

Refugees scheduled to move to the United States have had their travel plans cancelled.

Donald Trump signed an executive order suspending refugee admissions shortly after returning to the White House this week.

Thousands of people living overseas are now unable to seek refuge in the US, as America's new president begins closing the country's borders.

Sally Patterson has more.

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DOJ threatens to prosecute officials who defy immigration crackdown

The US Justice Department is threatening to prosecute state or local
officials who stand in the way of President Donald Trump's crackdown
on immigration - that's according to multiple reports.

A number of Democrat-led states and some police departments have
refused to partake in mass deportations - which Trump's border czar
Tom Homan says are now underway.

Toni Waterman has more from the US-Mexico border.

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US REPUBLICANS BLAST DEMOCRATS FOR SLOWING CABINET CONFIRMATION VOTES

Only one of Donald Trump's cabinet nominees has been confirmed so far - as Republicans blast Democrats for delaying the process.

Marco Rubio of Florida was sworn in as Secretary of State on Tuesday with not one Senator rejecting his nomination.

Mitch McCann reports:

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EU official calls for bloc to ‘wake up’ on defense

The European Union's top diplomat says the bloc needs to wake up and
invest more in military capabilities.

Member states collectively spend less than two percent of GDP on
security and Kaja Kallas warns that it's not enough.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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Trump orders all government DEI staff on leave

The Trump administration has ordered all US federal workers who oversee diversity, equity and inclusion programs to be placed on leave and to close their offices by Wednesday evening.

It comes after president trump signed an executive order calling for an end to what he called "dangerous, demeaning and immoral" hiring practices.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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PRINCE HARRY SETTLES LEGAL CASE AGAINST NEWS GROUP NEWSPAPERS

Britain's Prince Harry has settled his high profile court case against Rupert Murdoch's News Group Newspapers.

In a surprise turn of events, NGN issued a "full and unequivocal" apology to the Duke of Sussex for serious unlawful intrusions into his private life as part of the settlement. 

Stuart Smith reports.

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European Commission sees "uncertainty" over U.S. commitment to supporting Ukraine

The European Commission says there is "uncertainty" over what stance U.S. President Donald Trump will take in relation to support for Ukraine.

In a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Tuesday, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said Europe needs to step up its backing for Kyiv.

Responding to Zelensky's remarks, Valdis Dombrovkis - who's the European Commissioner for Economy and also in Davos - conceded that the E.U.'s relationship with Washington is in flux.

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Portugal to Import More Nigerian, US Gas, Aims to End Russian Supply

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Nigeria could see increased exports of its liquefied natural gas or LNG to Portugal as the country has indicated plans to expand its imports from Nigeria and the United States.

This is in a bid to stop reliance on Russian Supply.

Correspondent Ajeck Mangut reports from Abuja.

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President Trump says more sanctions on Russia "likely" if Moscow fails to sign peace deal with Kyiv

The US resident says he will likely impose additional sanctions on Russia if President Putin fails to negotiate a peace deal with Ukraine.

Donald Trump has repeatedly vowed to resolve the conflict quickly, though he special envoy to Russia and Ukraine is urging a more cautious timeline.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Pakistan enhances scrutiny at the airports to stop human trafficking

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Pakistan's federal investigation agency has issued an advisory asking officials at airports to increase scrutiny of first-time passengers traveling abroad.

This comes as Pakistan looks to crackdown on human trafficking to Europe.

Hira Mustafa has more.

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2500 AID TRUCKS INTO GAZA SINCE CEASEFIRE

Almost 2500 aid trucks have now entered Gaza, as the agreed ceasefire between Israel and Hamas enters its fourth day.

Much-needed humanitarian assistance for Palestinians was among the conditions set.

Further Israeli hostages are set to be freed on Saturday, in return for dozens more Palestinian prisoners.

Aseel Baidoun is from Medical Aid for Palestinians - she says there are still major challenges getting aid into Gaza.

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US says will work with India to curb illegal migration

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The United States says it will work with India on illegal migrations as reports claim Delhi could repatriate 18,000 of citizens in the US as Donald Trump takes measures against illegal immigration.

A Bloomberg report claims that though these people may have been identified as illegal migrants - the true number of Indians living illegally in the US could be much higher.

Ishan Garg reports.

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Trump Says He Could Hit China With 10% Tariff From Next Month

INTRO: President Donald Trump said his threat to hit China with 10% tariffs on all imports was still on the table and indicated it could come as soon as next month.

Meanwhile, Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang told the annual World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, that China would expand its imports, saying the country did not seek a "trade surplus." Laura Westbrook has more.

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Japan's foreign minister tells Trump Tokyo has no choice but to strengthen defence

Japan plans to continue to boost its defence capabilities amid the security challenges in East Asia, the country's foreign minister told his US counterpart.

Donald Trump's return as president has triggered expectations that the US could put pressure on allies to increase defence spending.

Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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Donald Trump unveils AI investment in USA

US President Donald Trump has announced billions of dollars in private sector investment to construct artificial intelligence infrastructure in the United States.

On his first full day in office, he unveiled a joint venture called Stargate — which he's calling the "largest AI infrastructure project in history."

It follows him signing an executive order on Monday overturning policies which were aimed at monitoring and regulating AI risks.

Our reporter Benji Hyer is in Washington. 

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