UN calls for more aid for Syria humanitarian efforts

UN calls for more aid for Syria humanitarian efforts

The United Nations says more funding is needed to aid its efforts in Syria. The UN Security Council heard on Wednesday that close to 13 million people are facing acute food insecurity. This comes a month after the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime, which had ruled the country since 1971. Sally Patterson reports from New York, where the United Nations is headquartered.

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Trump hush money sentencing likely to go ahead Friday

Donald Trump's hush money sentencing looks set to go ahead on Friday after a New York appeals court denied his request to delay it. Judge Ellen Gesmer held a hearing on Tuesday, at the request of Trump's lawyers who argue he should be protected under presidential immunity. The president-elect was found guilty on 34 felony counts in May, related to payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels. Sally […]

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U.S Supreme Court will hear TikTok ban arguments

The US Supreme Court will hear arguments next month about whether TikTok should be banned. The Chinese-owned social media app is facing a January 19th deadline to be sold, or face a ban in the United States. But Tiktok says proposed legislation would violate free speech protections in the US Constitution. Sally Patterson has more.

December 19, 2024 16

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Mangione faces murder charges in New York

The suspect accused of killing a top healthcare insurance official has been charged with murder in New York Luigi Mangione was indicted on 11 counts on Tuesday, including first-degree murder and murder as an act of terrorism. His lawyer says he plans to plead not guilty to the charges. Sally Patterson has more.

December 18, 2024 15

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FBI warns US residents not to shoot lasers at suspected drones

The FBI is warning Americans not to point lasers at suspected drones, amid a spate of flying aircraft sightings across the country. Authorities say pilots are increasingly being hit in the eyes with lights, as people are mistaking planes for unmanned drones. Sally Patterson reports from New York:

December 18, 2024 11

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Drone detection software deployed in US following flying object sightings

Lawmakers in the US are demanding answers following a spate of drone sightings across the country. President-elect Donald Trump told reporters on Monday the current administration is keeping people in "suspense", accusing President Joe Biden of secrecy. Sally Patterson reports from New York.

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Funding for collapsed Baltimore Bridge in Congress’ hands

The US Transport Secretary says funding remains a barrier to rebuilding the Baltimore Bridge. The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed in March after it was struck by a cargo ship. A replacement one could cost up to $2 billion. Sally Patterson reports.

December 16, 2024 13

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U.S Retailers clamp down on CEO shooting suspect merch

Online retailers are clamping down on merchandise celebrating the suspect accused of murdering a healthcare insurance company CEO last week. Mugs and sweaters with Luigi Mangione's face on them have been taken down from websites including Etsy. The 26-year-old was arrested earlier this week after Brian Thompson was shot dead last Wednesday. Mangione's lawyer says his client will plead not guilty to the charges. Sally Patterson has more.

December 13, 2024 18

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Suspect in UnitedHealth CEO shooting being held in high security prison

A man has been charged with murder over the killing of UnitedHealth boss Brian Thompson. New York prosecutors filed murder charges against Luigi Mangione after he was arrested in the state of Pennsylvania on Monday. He has not entered a plea. Sally Patterson is in New York City for us.

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