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Newsline 24.10.2017 | 16:15 UTC
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Russia vetoes UN resolution on Syria chemical weapons probe
The panel created unanimously by the Security Council is due to end in mid-November. Russia has drawn criticism for the move, but says it must first review an upcoming report before allowing the probe to move forward.
Bulgarian air force pilots refuse to fly outdated MiG-29 jets
Some Bulgarian air force pilots will boycott training on Wednesday, citing concerns related to the safety of MiG-29 aircraft. Bulgaria relies on the Soviet-built aircraft to meet its obligations as a NATO member.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman pledges more 'moderate' kingdom
He is set to be the next king of Saudi Arabia. But his reform efforts and vow to "eradicate" Islamic extremism may spark the wrath of the country's ultraconservative clerics.
Italy: More autonomy for Lombardy and Veneto up for discussion, says government
The rich northern regions had voted for greater autonomy in two separate referendums on Sunday. Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni has said talks will not undermine Italy's unity.
EU lawmakers vote to ban glyphosate weed killer by 2022
The European Parliament has called for glyphosate to be banned by 2022 amid fears the weed killer causes cancer. The move puts pressure on the EU Commission which recommended its license should be renewed for 10 years.
World
Watching the Rohingya crisis through WhatsApp
The plight of Rohingya refugees fleeing Myanmar in the past two months has been well documented. But how do these refugees stay in touch? Ashish Malhotra reports from a Rohingya settlement in India.
Sports
Germany hit double figures to ease pressure on Steffi Jones
The German women's soccer team got its World Cup qualifying campaign back on track with an 11-0 rout at home to the Faroe Islands. The result returned the team to the top of their group.
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