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BOJ keeps rates unchanged

  Japan’s central bank is leaving interest rates unchanged in a move widely expected by the market. Its chief, Kazuo Ueda, says a lack of clarity over wage trends and uncertainty over the U.S. economy is behind the decision. Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo:  

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US moves closer to government shutdown

    The United States has moved closer to a government shutdown after the House of Representatives failed to pass a slimmed-down spending bill that had the backing of President-elect Donald Trump and his ally, Tesla CEO Elon Musk. If the US Congress can't agree on a deal Friday, government funding is set to lapse at midnight Saturday morning. Benji Hyer has more from Washington:  

todayDecember 20, 2024 7

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UN Chief warns ‘AI arms race’ could have major security implications

  The UN's top official is warning artificial intelligence is evolving faster than our ability to govern it. António Guterres said on Thursday there's an urgent need for global governance frameworks.He joined US Secretary of State Antony Blinken at a Security Council meeting to discuss the opportunities and risks of AI.Sally Patterson reports from New York, where the United Nations is headquartered.  

todayDecember 20, 2024 8

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US govt shutdown likely after Trump kills deal

  A US government shutdown looms as incoming President Donald Trump urges lawmakers to reject a proposed deal. Funding for key services will run out by Friday unless a last-minute agreement is reached. Democrat House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticized Republicans, stating Trump's stance will impact Americans.  

todayDecember 20, 2024 7

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UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect flown to NYC

The man suspected of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has been flown to New York to face federal murder charges. Luigi Mangione chose not to fight extradition from Pennsylvania where he was arrested. Nick Harper reports from Washington.  

todayDecember 20, 2024 8

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Amazon workers to strike

  Thousands of Amazon workers in the United States are gearing up to go on strike from today over the tech giant's refusal to begin contract negotiations.It follows a Congressional investigation which this week found the company pushes its workforce to fulfil orders at speeds that could cause high rates of injury. Amazon claims those findings are "wrong" and featured "selective, outdated information that isn't grounded in reality." Following the […]

todayDecember 19, 2024 14

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US returns two Bali bomber Guantanamo detainees

  The Pentagon has released two detainees held at the Guantanamo Bay facility back to Malaysia. Mohammed Farik bin Amin and Mohammed Nazir bin Lep had admitted carrying out war crimes for the Al Qaeda affiliate group that was responsible for the 2002 Bali bombing. Nick Harper reports from Washington.  

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Israel Seeks Ceasefire with Hamas Before Hanukkah

  Ahead of the latest UN Security Council meeting, Israel's Permanent Representative to the UN told reporters he was hopeful for a ceasefire agreement with Hamas before the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah - next week. Correspondent Mitch McCann reports from New York:  

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