The family of US civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson has dismissed
reports he is on life support.
Jackson is being treated at a hospital in Chicago for a rare
neuro-degenerative disorder with his family saying he remains in a
stable condition.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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The latest short-form news audio from FSN Bureaus worldwide
Monday, November 17, 2025
Trump suggests willingness to talk to Venezuela officials
US President Donald Trump has suggested he is open to talks with Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, who is facing pressure from the White House as his country witnesses a large military build-up in the region.
Mitch McCann reports.
Mitch McCann reports.
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RADIO: DRC MINERS DEATH
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At least 40 artisanal miners have died in the southeast of the Democratic Republic of Congo after a makeshift bridge collapsed at a mining site they were in.
The tragic accident occurred over the weekend at the Mulondo mining site in Lualaba province. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa....
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Trump Changes Position On Epstein Files
Donald Trump now says he wants the Jeffrey Epstein files released.
The US President has changed his stance and wants Republicans to vote in favour of releasing them - saying his party has 'nothing to hide'.
It could force the Justice Department to release all files about the late sex offender.
Donald Trump's name has been referenced in some files already made public - but in a frosty exchange with reporters before he boarded Air Force One, he claims that's not important:
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Bangladesh's former leader Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death
In Bangladesh, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced to death by a special tribunal that found her guilty of committing crimes against humanity.
She was put on trial in absentia and was found guilty of overseeing a crackdown on protesters last July.
According to a UN report 1400 people were killed during the demonstrations last year, most by security forces firing live ammunition.
Hasina claims she's innocent.
Neha Poonia has more.
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She was put on trial in absentia and was found guilty of overseeing a crackdown on protesters last July.
According to a UN report 1400 people were killed during the demonstrations last year, most by security forces firing live ammunition.
Hasina claims she's innocent.
Neha Poonia has more.
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Ukraine and France expected to sign warplane and air defense deal
Ukraine is expected to agree a major warplane, missile and air-defense
deal with France later on Monday.
President Volodmyrr Zelenskyy is traveling to Paris for a meeting with
his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron who has recently pledged to
provide Kyiv with substantial military support.
William Denselow reports from Brussels.
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deal with France later on Monday.
President Volodmyrr Zelenskyy is traveling to Paris for a meeting with
his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron who has recently pledged to
provide Kyiv with substantial military support.
William Denselow reports from Brussels.
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Israel and Hamas critical of US resolution at UN
Both Hamas and the Israeli government have slammed elements of the US
resolution on Gaza that will be voted on at the UN Security Council on
Monday evening
Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv
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resolution on Gaza that will be voted on at the UN Security Council on
Monday evening
Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv
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UK ANNOUNCES MAJOR MIGRATION POLICY SHIFT
Three African countries will face UK visa bans if they don't take back illegal migrants.
People from Angola, Namibia and the Democratic Republic of Congo will face tighter restrictions if their governments don't cooperate with London.
The plans are part of the government's tougher rules on refugees, which are being announced on Monday in an effort to reduce illegal immigration.
Conservative shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp says the moves won't work with the UK still part of the European Convention on Human Rights.
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People from Angola, Namibia and the Democratic Republic of Congo will face tighter restrictions if their governments don't cooperate with London.
The plans are part of the government's tougher rules on refugees, which are being announced on Monday in an effort to reduce illegal immigration.
Conservative shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp says the moves won't work with the UK still part of the European Convention on Human Rights.
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Bangladesh braces for verdict against Sheikh Hasina
In Bangladesh, security has been hiked as the nation braces for a verdict against its former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
She's been put on trial in absentia for crimes against humanity. Hasina is accused of overseeing a crackdown on protesters last July.
According to a UN report 1400 people were killed during the demonstrations last year, most by security forces firing live ammunition.
Hasina claims she's innocent.
Neha Poonia has more.
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http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/1117Hasina-np.mp3
She's been put on trial in absentia for crimes against humanity. Hasina is accused of overseeing a crackdown on protesters last July.
According to a UN report 1400 people were killed during the demonstrations last year, most by security forces firing live ammunition.
Hasina claims she's innocent.
Neha Poonia has more.
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http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/1117Hasina-np.mp3
NIA Arrests Kashmir Man for Role in Deadly Delhi Car Blast
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A week since 13 people were killed in a blast in India's capital city of New Delhi, officials probing the explosion have called it a 'suicide attack' for the first time.
Last week, a slow moving car exploded near the iconic Red Fort in Delhi- an explosion authorities now say was triggered by a suicide bomber.
A key aide of the bomber has been detained as investigations continue into the deadliest attack in Delhi in over a decade.
Kshitij Nagar has more.
A week since 13 people were killed in a blast in India's capital city of New Delhi, officials probing the explosion have called it a 'suicide attack' for the first time.
Last week, a slow moving car exploded near the iconic Red Fort in Delhi- an explosion authorities now say was triggered by a suicide bomber.
A key aide of the bomber has been detained as investigations continue into the deadliest attack in Delhi in over a decade.
Kshitij Nagar has more.
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Sunday, November 16, 2025
Marjorie Taylor Greene expresses support for Trump despite public feud
US Republican congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has expressed support for Donald Trump despite the public feud between the US president and one of his most loyal defenders.
Greene has called for the release of files on the late sex offender Jeffery Epstein, leading Trump to brand her a traitor, as he struggles to contain questions about his own links to the disgraced financier.
Kate Fisher reports from Washington
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Friday, November 14, 2025
Trump directs Justice Department to investigate Clinton's Epstein links
US President Donald Trump says he is asking the Justice Department to
investigate Jeffrey Epstein's links to high-profile figures, including
the former president Bill Clinton.
It comes after Democrats released emails written by Epstein detailing
his relationship with Trump.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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investigate Jeffrey Epstein's links to high-profile figures, including
the former president Bill Clinton.
It comes after Democrats released emails written by Epstein detailing
his relationship with Trump.
Nick Harper reports from Washington.
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BBC apologises for edited Trump clip but rejects defamation claim
The BBC has apologised to US President Donald Trump for airing an edited version of his January 6 speech which it says "gave the mistaken impression that President Trump had made a direct call for violent action."
But it rejected there was a case for a defamation claim.
Our Washington Correspondent Jagruti Dave has more.
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But it rejected there was a case for a defamation claim.
Our Washington Correspondent Jagruti Dave has more.
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U.S. and Switzerland Strike Trade Deal
The United States reached a trade deal with Switzerland, it was announced on Friday, which will lower the tariff rate the European country is required to pay to the U.S.
Mitch McCann reports:
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Mitch McCann reports:
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COMMERCIAL A.I. BOT USED FOR "HIGHLY SOPHISTICATED" ESPIONAGE IN WORLD FIRST
A commercially available A.I. was manipulated into carrying out a "highly sophisticated espionage campaign" for the very first time, according to its creator.
Anthropic, the makers of A.I. agent 'Claude,' said they believe a "Chinese state-sponsored group" was behind the attack which targeted large tech companies, financial institutions, and government agencies.
Stuart Smith has more.
Anthropic, the makers of A.I. agent 'Claude,' said they believe a "Chinese state-sponsored group" was behind the attack which targeted large tech companies, financial institutions, and government agencies.
Stuart Smith has more.
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Germany agrees military service plan
After months of fierce debate, the German government has agreed on a
plan to boost troop numbers.
The plan is expected to be voted on later this year with Berlin
seeking to create Europe's largest conventional army.
William Denselow reports from Brussels.
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plan to boost troop numbers.
The plan is expected to be voted on later this year with Berlin
seeking to create Europe's largest conventional army.
William Denselow reports from Brussels.
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Body of hostage returned to Israel
The body of one of the last hostages remaining in Gaza was returned on
Thursday as phase one of the Gaza peace plan nears completion
Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv
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Thursday as phase one of the Gaza peace plan nears completion
Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv
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UK GOVT SET TO U-TURN ON BUDGET TAX PLANS
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his finance minister Rachel Reeves have reportedly dropped plans to raise income tax in this month's upcoming Budget.
That's despite weeks of hints from the Chancellor that an increase might be needed to plug a shortfall in public finances.
It's understood she's abandoned the idea over fears it would break Labour's manifesto pledges - and may instead lower tax thresholds to raise some of the money.
Reform UK activist Tim Montgomerie says he's shocked.
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That's despite weeks of hints from the Chancellor that an increase might be needed to plug a shortfall in public finances.
It's understood she's abandoned the idea over fears it would break Labour's manifesto pledges - and may instead lower tax thresholds to raise some of the money.
Reform UK activist Tim Montgomerie says he's shocked.
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BBC Apologises To Donald Trump
The BBC's apologised to Donald Trump over the selective editing of a speech in a Panorama documentary.
The corporation's admitted it made it look like he was calling for violence - but says it "strongly disagrees" there's a basis for financial compensation.
Lawyers acting for President Trump have threatened to sue the British broadcaster unless it issues a retraction, apologises and compensates him. The scandal has led to the resignation of the BBC's director general and head of news.
Professor Richard Tait used to chair the editorial standards committee on the BBC Trust. He believes the BBC is right to apologise…
IN: "I think the…"
OUT: "...settled with him."
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The corporation's admitted it made it look like he was calling for violence - but says it "strongly disagrees" there's a basis for financial compensation.
Lawyers acting for President Trump have threatened to sue the British broadcaster unless it issues a retraction, apologises and compensates him. The scandal has led to the resignation of the BBC's director general and head of news.
Professor Richard Tait used to chair the editorial standards committee on the BBC Trust. He believes the BBC is right to apologise…
IN: "I think the…"
OUT: "...settled with him."
DUR: 0:27
Modi's NDA alliance in lead in key regional polls
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's NDA alliance is leading as vote counting proceeds in the Eastern state of Bihar.
The regional elections are being seen as a key barometer for the PM's popularity after his party did not manage a majority in the 2024 general election - and relied on regional partners to come to power for a third term.
Ishan Garg tells us more from Patna in Bihar state.
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