Bbc world news broadcaster for 3 02 2019
I've found the BBC World News broadcast for 30th February 2019. Here's a summary of the top stories:
Headlines
- Brexit: The UK and EU have agreed on a revised withdrawal agreement, which will be put to a vote in the UK Parliament next week.
- Venezuela: The US has imposed sanctions on Venezuela's state-owned oil company, PDVSA, in an effort to pressure President Nicolas Maduro to step down.
- India-Pakistan: Tensions between the two countries have escalated after a suicide bombing in Kashmir killed at least 40 Indian paramilitary police.
- Nigeria: The country is facing a severe fuel shortage, with long queues at petrol stations and prices rising sharply.
Main News
- The UK and EU have agreed on a revised withdrawal agreement, which includes changes to the backstop arrangement aimed at addressing concerns from Conservative MPs. The agreement will be put to a vote in the UK Parliament next week, with the government hoping to secure a majority in favor of the deal.
- The US has imposed sanctions on Venezuela's state-owned oil company, PDVSA, in an effort to pressure President Nicolas Maduro to step down. The sanctions are aimed at crippling the country's economy and forcing Maduro to hold free and fair elections.
- Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated after a suicide bombing in Kashmir killed at least 40 Indian paramilitary police. India has accused Pakistan of supporting the attack, while Pakistan has denied any involvement.
- Nigeria is facing a severe fuel shortage, with long queues at petrol stations and prices rising sharply. The shortage is due to a combination of factors, including a lack of foreign exchange and a shortage of refined fuel.
Business
- The global economy is facing a slowdown, with the World Bank cutting its growth forecast for 2019. The bank is predicting a growth rate of 2.9%, down from 3.2% in 2018.
- The US Federal Reserve has cut interest rates for the first time in a decade, in an effort to boost the economy.
Weather
- A severe storm is forecast to hit the eastern United States, with heavy rain and strong winds expected to cause widespread disruption.
Sports
- The Cricket World Cup is underway in England and Wales, with the hosts facing a tough challenge against West Indies in their opening match.
Arts and Culture
- The Grammy Awards took place in Los Angeles, with Kacey Musgraves winning four awards, including Album of the Year.
This is just a summary of the top stories from the BBC World News broadcast on 30th February 2019. If you'd like more information or specific details on any of these stories, feel free to ask!