TALKS DUE OVER BIRMINGHAM RUBBISH STRIKE

Talks are taking place on Wednesday over a long-running strike that's seen rubbish piling up on the streets of the UK's second city of Birmingham.

Hundreds of bin-workers began a strike over pay and conditions on 11th March, which has caused a massive backlog of uncollected waste and growing rodent problems.

The City Council says it's made a fair pay proposal - but it's latest offer has been rejected by union members.

Craig Cooper, strategic director of city operations, says some rubbish is being removed with support from the police and army.

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China’s economy grows 5.4% in first quarter

INTRO: China's economy grew 5.4 per cent in the first three months of this year as producers frontloaded exports to beat higher tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump.

The GDP figures are China's first since Trump unleashed his trade war, which threatens to drive a full decoupling between the world's two largest economies, as Laura Westbrook reports.

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A surge of demonstrations against KFC is sweeping across Pakistani cities

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KFC faces a surge of protests in cities across Pakistan.

The international food chain has been hit by a boycott in several countries due to being linked to Israeli's bombardment of Gaza.

To tackle the escalating situation, Pakistani authorities have deployed security forces to safeguard the fast-food outlets.

Hira Mustafa has more.

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NEW HARVEY WEINSTEIN TRIAL TO BEGIN IN NEW YORK

Disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein is heading back on trial for sex crimes, with jury selection set to commence in New York.

His previous conviction in New York, and 23-year sentence for rape and sexual assault, was overturned by an appeals court.

Mitch McCann reports:

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Pro-Palestinian Columbia student arrested at US citizenship interview

A pro-Palestinian protester who organized demonstrations at Columbia
University in New York has been arrested by immigration officials.

Mohsen Mahdawi, a green card holder, was detained as he attended an
interview to apply for US citizenship.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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French PM says US president "unleashed a cyclone" on world trade with tariffs

The French prime minister says the US president "unleashed a cyclone" on world trade with the announcement of sweeping tariffs.

François Bayrou (Ba-ee-roo) was speaking after holding a crisis meeting focused on the struggling French economy.

Ross Cullen reports.

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UK HOSTS SUMMIT ON SUDAN AFTER TWO YEARS OF WAR

The UK is hosting an international summit on Sudan, two years since a civil war started in the country.

London's unveiled a new support package of life-saving aid for more than 650 000 people affected by the violence.

The conflict has caused one of the world's worst humanitarian crises.

Lord Oates from United against Malnutrition and Hunger says the world needs to act.

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India-US to begin virtual trade talks this week: report

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India and the US are beginning sector wise discussions on a bilateral trade deal that New Delhi hopes will reduce the impact of US tariffs.

Before they were paused, President Donald Trump imposed a 26% levy on Indian goods - which analysts said could cost India up to 7 billion dollars every year.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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China, Vietnam sign deals as Xi visits Hanoi amid US tariff tensions

INTRO: Chinese leader Xi Jinping has called on his country and Vietnam to "oppose unilateral bullying", Beijing's state media reported.

Xi is in Vietnam for the first leg of a Southeast Asia tour, and is set to head to Malaysia and Cambodia later this week. Laura Westbrook reports.

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Meta antitrust trial begins with Zuckerberg taking the stand

The US government's blockbuster antitrust trial against Meta has kicked off at a courtroom in Washington DC.

The Federal Trade Commission has accused the social media giant of buying potential rivals Instagram and WhatsApp in order to stifle competition.

Ira Spitzer has more.

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Markets open higher after tariff exemption but White House says it's temporary

US stock markets opened higher on Monday after the White House issued a tariff exemption for Chinese -made smartphones and other electronics.

But the reprieve may be short-lived after President Trump said these goods would be grouped with semi conductors and subject to new tariffs to be announced soon.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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Trump & Bukele rule out releasing man from El Salvadoran prison

US President Donald Trump and El Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele
have ruled out releasing a man mistakenly sent to a maximum security
prison in the Central American country.

The Trump administration has already deported hundreds of alleged criminals to
El Salvador despite questions over the legality of the move.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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UN's humanitarian division to cut 20% of staff due to funding shortfall

The United Nations humanitarian wing, OCHA plans to cut 20 percent of
its staff as it faces a massive funding shortfall.
US President Donald Trump slashed billions of dollars in foreign
assistance since taking office, which included funding to OCHA.
According to the UN chief Tom Fletcher, the organisation will scale
back its presence in about nine countries while at the same time
letting go of 20 senior positions at its headquarters.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.

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US: MAN WHO SET FIRE TO PA GOVERNOR'S RESIDENCE - CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED MURDER

A 38-year-old man has been arrested and charged with attempted murder after setting the home of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro alight.

Despite being in the home, the Governor and his family weren't injured — but the blaze caused extensive damage.

Mitch McCann reports:

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UK GOVERNMENT & BRITISH STEEL RACE TO GET FUEL SUPPLIES TO AT-RISK STEEL FACTORY

The UK Government, and British Steel — which is now under Government management — is urgently trying to get raw materials to England's last remaining steel factory to prevent it shutting down.

Over the weekend the factory was partially nationalised after the Government claimed it became clear its Chinese owners had no interest in saving the plant despite substantial offers of Government support.

Stuart Smith reports.

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Algeria expels French diplomats as spat between the two countries deepens

Algeria is set to expel 12 French diplomats as a spat between the two countries deepens.

The French foreign minister says Paris will respond immediately if Algeria does go through with the expulsions.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Pakistan and US hold talks on counter terrorism

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A US Congressional delegation is on a three-day trip to Pakistan to discuss counterterrorism and defense cooperation.

This visit is taking place against the backdrop of Pakistan's ongoing counterterrorism efforts on its western border, which have been intensified since the withdrawal of US troops from neighbouring Afghanistan in 2021.

Hira Mustafa has more.

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SUSPECTED US AIRSTRIKES LAUNCHED ACROSS YEMEN

Suspected US airstrikes reportedly targeted several sites across Yemen early Monday.

It comes as the US military steps up its campaign targeting the Iran-backed Houthi rebel group in the country.

From Tel Aviv, Trent Murray has more.

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Indian troops deployed in eastern India following protests over Muslim property law

Indian authorities have deployed troops in the eastern state of West Bengal following violent protests triggered by recent changes to the country's laws on how donated Islamic properties are governed.

Local media reports that at least three people have died in the protests and more than 150 have been arrested.

Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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Apple increases production in India by 60% marking a pivot away from China

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Apple produced 60% more iPhones in India this year than the previous year marking a significant pivot away from Chinese manufacturing.

Bloomberg reports say one in five iPhones in the world are now made in India - and that number could jump higher in the next few years.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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