Monday, February 2, 2026

Liam Ramos back home in Minnesota

A 5-year-old boy who became a viral symbol of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown is back home after he and his father were released from an immigration facility in Texas.


The image of Liam Conejo Ramos in a fluffy blue hat and Spiderman backpack being detained with his father in their driveway on their return from pre-school in Minnesota spurred drew widespread condemnation.


Our US correspondent Kate Fisher reports

IN: the father

OUT: SOC

DUR: 40

http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0202liam-kf.mp3

Trump says Kennedy Center will be closed for 2 years

President Donald Trump says the Kennedy Center will close for two years for renovations, as backlash to him affixing his name to the performing arts center grows. More than a dozen artists have cancelled their shows in protest and ticket sales have plummeted nearly 50 percent. The doors will close in July.  Toni Waterman has more.

IN: President Trump says…
DUR: 40s
OUT: SOC
http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0202TrumpToCloseKennedyCenter.tw.mp3

US House takes up bill to end govt shutdown

The US House of Representatives is hoping to quickly end the partial
government shutdown as it prepares to discuss a Senate-passed measure.

Republicans need all their lawmakers to back the bill to prevent a
drawn-out fight involving funding for the President's immigration
crackdown.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

IN: "The Senate..."
OUT: SOC
DUR: 46 seconds

http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0202shutdown-nh.mp3

Impacts in Europe from latest batch of Epstein files

There has been an impact in Europe after the latest batch of files related to the late child sex offender Jeffery Epstein was released.

Slovakia's national security adviser has resigned and there is increasing pressure on the Norwegian crown princess over her contact with Epstein.

Ross Cullen reports.

IN: "Norway's prime minister…"
OUT: SOC
DUR: 0:34

Pakistan steps up manhunt in the southwest of the country

Intro:

Pakistan has stepped up its hunt for insurgents in the southwest of the country following weekend attacks by the Balochistan Liberation Army group.

Islamabad claims the militants are operating from Afghanistan to carry out terrorist activities - a charge the Afghan administration denies.

Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad. 

In: Pakistani officials.....

Out: SOC 

Dur: 42 sec


Virus-free.www.avast.com

RADIO: DRC LANDSLIDE VICTIMS

INTRO:

The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo has expressed its condolences to the families of over 200 people who died at an eastern DRC mining site after a recent landslide.
Authorities described the mining site that is under the control of the M23 rebels as a "red" zone where all mining is prohibited. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...

TAKE RADIO

////////////////


Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt expected to reopen for “limited” pedestrian passage

The Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt reopened on Monday for the limited passage of pedestrians in both directions.

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv.

IN: "Following months of…"
OUT: SOC
DUR: 0:39

ANDREW URGED TO GIVE EPSTEIN TESTIMONY

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is facing calls to testify about what he knew about Jeffrey Epstein to US lawmakers.

The former prince featured in the latest released documents related to the late paedophile financier.

Photos appear to show him crouched over an unidentified woman.

Journalist and Author of 'Windsors at War', Alexander Larman, says it's damaging for the UK Royal Family.

IN: "I think...
OUT: ...King do."
DUR: 29 seconds

http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0202epstein-larman1.mp3

Gold's selloff continues following CME margin hikes

Gold has fallen further after exchange operator CME Group raised margin requirements following last week's sharp selloff.

The price of the precious metal was down more than 8 per cent on Monday.

Rebecca Bundhun reports.

IN: "Analysts say gold's…"

OUT: SOC

DUR: 32 secs

http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0202IndiaGold-rb-generic.mp3

Indian budget focuses on manufacturing, falls short of expectations

The Indian government has focused on sectors including manufacturing amid rising global uncertainties in its new budget for the coming financial year.

The budget was presented in parliament on Sunday - but without any ambitious reforms, it fell short of expectations.

Neha Poonia reports from New Delhi.

http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0202IndiaBudget-np-generic.mp3

KPop Demon Hunters make history with early Grammy award

INTRO: The song "Golden", the breakout hit from the movie KPop Demon Hunters, has become the first ever K-Pop song to win a Grammy Award.

It picked up the best song for visual media at the awards ceremony in Los Angeles. Laura Westbrook reports.

Friday, January 30, 2026

Prominent US broadcaster Don Lemon arrested over ICE protest coverage

Former CNN TV anchor Don Lemon is in custody, after being arrested in connection with his reporting during the recent Minneapolis ICE protests.

The 59-year-old's lawyer says Mr. Lemon has done nothing wrong and insists he is protected by the First Amendment of the Constitution.

Mitch McCann reports:

IN: THE CHARGES
OUT: SOC
DUR: 00:37
CLIP:  http://fsnradionews.com/feeds/0130-MM-DONLEMON.mp3

Trump considers troops on the ground option in Iran: NYT

The New York Times is reporting that President Donald Trump is considering sending US troops into Iran as tensions over its nuclear program intensify. A strike fleet has already been deployed to the region and US officials say the military is ready to carry out any orders from the President. Toni Waterman has more from Washington  

IN: According to New York Times sources…
DUR: 41s
OUT: SOC
http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0130TrumpIranTroops.tw.mp3

Trump nominates banker Kevin Warsh to head Fed

President Trump is nominating a Wall Stree financier and banking executive to head the Federal Reserve, America's central bank,


Kevin Warsh was widely expected to secure the nod, and is believed to share the president's desire to see U.S. interest rates fall more rapidly.


From Washington, Simon Marks reports.


IN:  "President Trump…."

OUT:  "….Trump administration"

DUR:  50 seconds


http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0130fed-marks.mp3


Apple earnings soar as China iPhone sales surge

INTRO: Apple reported a blockbuster final three months of last year with holiday purchases and a rebound in China helping it beat expectations.

The iPhone 17 helped to push revenue up, but investors have indicated questions remain over the company's AI strategy. Laura Westbrook reports.

RADIO: Eastern DRC PROTEST

INTRO:

Three people have been killed and several others injured in a bomb explosion at a market in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Authorities say the bomb went off in the town of Sange in Uvira territory on Thursday. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...

TAKE RADIO

//////////////////

Israel meeting to discuss Iran

The Israeli government has held high level security consultations as
speculation continues to swirl over a possible US attack on Iran

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv

IN: "The Israeli government…"
OUT: SOC
DURATION: 40 Seconds

Generic: http://fsnradionews.com/feeds/0130Iran-bs-generic.mp3

Indian economists place obesity in the economic risk category for the first time ever

A key policy document in India has for the first time placed obesity and unhealthy diets in the economic risk category, and suggested a marketing ban and high taxes on ultra-processed foods to tackle the public health crisis.

It says India's obesity crisis is now an economic threat, as it is rising at an alarming rate, making it a major public health challenge.

Sreoshi Mukherjee reports...

IN: Economic experts...
OUT: SOC
DUR: 1 min 4 seconds

TRUMP WARNS THE UK OVER CHINA

US President Donald Trump has warned the UK against getting too close to China.

IN: 'Well it's...
OUT: ...answer.'
DUR: 5 seconds
http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0130china-trump1.mp3

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is visiting China to strengthen business ties.

It's understood Downing Street made Washington aware of the trip and its objectives in advance.

Addressing business leaders in China, Keir Starmer says he has had "very good meetings" with Chinese officials.

IN: 'The UK...
OUT: ...relationship.'
DUR: 18 seconds

http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0130china-starmer1.mp3

Calls grow for age-based limits on social media access in India

India's chief economic adviser says the government should consider 'age-based' limits to access social media, flagging the 'predatory' nature of these apps.

Two Indian states are already mulling an Australia-like social media ban for teens.

Any usage restrictions in India could be a huge blow for social media giants given that this is one of the largest markets for these companies.

Neha Poonia reports.

SCRIPT

In: 'The recommendation...'
Out: SOC
Dur: 41 secs