Britain to introduce tough new foreign fighter laws
CANBERRA - British nationals who become foreign fighters abroad could be prevented from returning home under tough new laws to deal with jihadists fighting in conflicts like Iraq and Syria, British Prime Minister David Cameron said on Friday.
Ukraine takes centre stage as leaders gather for G20 summit
BRISBANE Australia - The G20 leaders summit in Australia starting on Saturday is setting up as a showdown between Western leaders and Russian President Vladimir Putin, following fresh reports of Russian troops pouring into eastern Ukraine.
FIFA's own investigator disputes findings
FIFA clears Russia and Qatar of wrongdoing in their bids to host the World Cup, but the former U.S. prosecutor who led the investigation by football's governing body says it has misrepresented his findings. Full Article | Related Story
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New era for 20 year-old Eurostar
Eurostar, the company that runs passenger trains through the Channel tunnel between London and Paris, is celebrating its 20th anniversary with the launch of 17 new trains. As Ciara Lee reports it's part of a 1 billion pound expansion plan. Video | Full Article
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Will criminal charges follow FX probe?
The $4.3 billion in civil settlements struck between six global banks and U.S. and UK authorities over foreign exchange market manipulation was just the beginning. Negotiations over related ongoing probes could bear much more severe consequences Video | Full Article
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Oil drop leads to Naira falls in Nigeria
Nigeria's currency has come under pressure in the past two months from falling global oil prices, dampening appetite for assets in Africa's biggest economy and chief oil exporter. Joel Flynn reports. Video
Modi tightens grip on power
NEW DELHI - The shakeup started as soon as Prime Minister Narendra Modi took office six months ago, when he declared "all important policy issues" part of his portfolio. He quickly took control of bureaucratic appointments, cutting ministers out of the loop. Full Article
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World’s first solar-powered bike path opens
The Dutch finance minister opens the world's first public bicycle path that generates electricity. Inventors of SolaRoad say their technology is a major step towards a sustainable mobility system that could help power traffic lights and electric cars within five years. Video
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Boat show targets rich Qataris
The second edition of Qatar's international boat show is in full swing at Doha's luxury Lusail Marina, showcasing high end yachts and water sporting equipment. Hayley Platt reports on a doubling of interest from boatbuilders worldwide. Video
Tough new laws to come for British jihadists - Cameron
British Prime Minister David Cameron says UK nationals who become foreign fighters abroad could be prevented from returning home under tough new laws. Rough cut, no reporter narration.
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Kurds fleeing conflict
Once again, the Kurds - as many as 30 million people spread through Turkey, Iraq, Syria and Iran, but with no state of their own - are on the move. Usually far from the headlines, whole families have trekked away from danger. Full Coverage
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RWE needs oil exit plan B
As the German utility’s planned sale of oil and gas unit DEA to a Russian billionaire runs into British opposition, Breakingviews says it’s time to start looking for alternatives. Video
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