Vietnam president handed power as party leader seeks medical care

Vietnam president handed power as party leader seeks medical care

Vietnam's communist party handed the reins of power Thursday to the country's largely ceremonial president, To Lam, as its 80-year-old leader and general secretary temporarily stood down for health reasons. The politburo appointed Lam, 67, to take over as both the party and country's caretaker leader while current General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong focused "on active treatment", the Vietnamese Communist Party said in an online statement. […]

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Protesting students announce nationwide shutdown in Bangladesh

Protesters in Bangladesh are enforcing a nationwide shutdown on Thursday, saying only hospitals and emergency services will be allowed to run. Six students have been killed in clashes with police and pro-government groups this week. Protesting students want an end to a controversial quota system for families of veterans who fought in Bangladesh's war of independence in 1971, saying jobs should be given on merit. Our South Asia correspondent Neha […]

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Trump’s VP pick Vance promises to restore American dream

JD Vance, the millennial face of the 'MAGA' movement, has pledged to help return Donald Trump to the White House in his first speech since being named Trump's 2024 running mate. The U.S. Senator, who once compared Trump to Hitler, has joined the ranks of former critics now supporting the party's nominee. At the Republican National Convention, Vance delivered a prime-time address to an enthusiastic crowd, promoting an America-first agenda, […]

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Joe Biden has COVID. Here’s what someone over 80 can expect

By Hassan Vally, Deakin University If US politics leading up to the 2024 presidential election was a Hollywood thriller, it would be a movie full of plot twists and surprises. The latest twist is President Joe Biden has COVID and is isolating at home. Biden’s doctor says his symptoms are mild and include a runny nose, cough and generally feeling unwell. His temperature, oxygen […]

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Xi Jinping set to lay out vision for China’s economy as key meeting wraps up

China's President ,Xi Jinping will unveil his long-term vision for China's economy as the third plenum wraps up. The ruling Communist Party is set to publish a document on Thursday — typically written in cryptic and sweeping language — offering the first glimpse of what some 400 officials discussed behind closed doors during the four-day meeting in Beijing. Laura Westbrook has more from Hong Kong.

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Jack Smith appeals dismissal of Trump’s classified documents case

Special Council Jack Smith is trying to keep Donald Trump's classified documents case alive. He filed an appeal on Wednesday after a Trump appointed judge threw the case out earlier in the week. Toni Waterman has more.

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U.S President Biden catches Covid

US President Joseph Biden has tested positive for Covid-19. The White House said in a statement that he is experiencing "mild symptoms" and will now self-isolate at home, cutting short his campaign visit to the state of Nevada. Benji Hyer reports.

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Prominent U.S Democrat Schiff joins those calling for Biden to stand aside

Another high-profile Democrat is calling for US President, Joseph Biden not to run in the race to be leader again. Representative, Adam Schiff from California says he needs to "pass the torch". Caroline Malone reports.

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IS claims responsibility for Oman attack

Islamic State, the Sunni Muslim dominated militant group, has claimed responsibility for Monday's attack on a Shi'ite mosque in Oman. At least six people as well as the three attackers are believed to have been killed. Middle East correspondent William Denselow reports. Reuters reports that the assault commenced on Monday evening at the Ali bin Abi Talib mosque in the Wadi al-Kabir area of Muscat, Oman's capital, according […]

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