Tuesday, May 10, 2016

China cracks down on Baidu medical ads

After the death of a 21-year-old who bought drugs off Chinese dotcom giant Baidu to fight cancer, Beijing is moving into curb medical advertisements on the site. As Paul Carsten reports, it's a win for public opinion, but also for the Communist Party.

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U.S. troop confusion hinders Afghan mission

U.S. special forces are on a mission in Afghanistan to stabilize the nation and help local troops defeat an Islamist insurgency. But Reuters' Josh Smith says the rules of engagement are not always clear, and that has led to tragedy.

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Canada wildfire: "We can rebuild"

Alberta's premier says homes and other buildings destroyed by a huge wildfire can be reconstructed after touring the devastated area. Paul Chapman reports.

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Man held over Germany knife rampage

At least one person's been killed and three wounded by a man wielding a knife at a railway station in southern Germany. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Brazil political crisis deepens

Brazil's Senate says it will press ahead with impeachment proceedings against the president despite annulment by the lower house. Paul Chapman reports.

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Monday, May 9, 2016

Duterte leads Philippines polls

Maverick Rodrigo Duterte looks set to become the Philippines' new president as unofficial figures give him a huge lead. Paul Chapman reports.

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North Korea holds mass rally

A mass rally takes place in Pyongyang a day after the end of North Korea's first ruling Workers' Party congress in 36 years. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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