>> and now, bbc world news america. >> this is bbc world news america reporting from washington. dramatic scenes outside the u.s. capitol. a car chase ends in gunfire and lawmakers are temporarily placed on lockdown. a deadly shipwreck off the coast of italy. migrantsaring african sinks, killing at least 130 people. leaving his mark on new york and fans can't wait to see where he pops up next.

>> and now, "bbc world news america." >> this is "bbc world news america." the u.s. government enters its .econd week of shutdown neither side shows signs of blinking in the budget fight. >> we must stop the excuses. let's take a vote in the house but end the shutdown right now. let's put people back to work. >> have to say i'm disappointed that the president refuses to negotiate. >> they were behind th discovery of the so-called god particle. now these two men are rewarded with the nobel prize for physics. and the movie drawing both acclaim and controversy. the director and actors and "12 " talk to us aboute t the powerful portrayal. welcome to our viewers on public television in america and also around the globe. no signs of a settlement -- that's the headline out of washington today, one week after the partial shutdown took hold. president obama held a press conference, pressuring republicans to reopen the government, but the house speaker maintains the president has to negotiate for that to happen. meanwhile, the potential damage for the u.s. economy grows by the

>> and now, "bbc world news america." "bbc world news america." european leaders vent anger at the u.s. saying allegations of widespread bugging by america could hurt the fight against terrorism. the mystery is solved. dna tests show a couple from bulgaria are her biological parents. this prison is trying to give those released a helping hand. we bring you the story of this unique transformation. welcome to our viewers on public television in america and around the globe. could the fight against terrorism be jeopardized because of distrust of the u.s. over spying allegations? that is the charge made in brussels today at gathering of european leaders. traditionally some of america's closest friends. they said a lack of trust could prejudice intelligence gathering. our editor is in brussels and brings us the latest. >> this was the summit when leaders were guarding their cause, when europe had to decide what message to send america over allegations of spying. for david cameron, there were uncomfortable moments. caught between the u.k. close intellig

>> and now, "bbc world news america." >> this is bbc world news america from washington. the newspaper report and france alleges that american intelligence monitored millions calls.ch phone the u.s. ambassador is summoned to explain. australia's blue mountains are gray with smoke. fire has destroyed hundreds of homes but it might not be the work -- >> a are worried about these blazing merging into one massive fire later in the week. in greece or chars with abducting this little girl. who is she? where did she come from? police launch a global investigation. welcome to our viewers on public television in america and also around the globe. when you spy on your friends, they don't like it. that is what the u.s. is learning again today as it finds itself in the position of explaining why it might have spied on one of its closest allies. the french newspaper is reporting that the national security agency wanted her to more than 70 million french phone calls and e-mails. we just learned that president obama called president along today to discuss the matter. --what a time to be

>> and now, "bbc world news america." >> this is "bbc world news america." reporting from washington, i am laura trevelyan. signs of progress in washington's budget battle. as america approaches a debt ceiling deadline, president obama issues a warning if no deal is struck. >> we stand a good chance of defaulting. and defaulting would have a potentially devastating effect on our economy. >> four out of seven international aid workers are released after being abducted in syria but the fate of the rest remains in question. and capturing crime scenes of the past -- one photographer is putting a new focus on places that played a part in history. welcome to our viewers on public television in america and also around the globe. tonight, there are signs that washington is finally moving closer to reaching an agreement on extending the debt ceiling and reopening the government. senate leaders have been meeting today and they are voicing optimism that they can reach a deal. even if they can, it still faces a critical test in the house of representatives. earlier toda

>> and now, "bbc world news america." >> this is bbc world news america reporting from washington. a billepublicans propose to avoid an american default but it is really not clear if it will pass. armed with a powerpoint presentation, representatives talking about their countries nuclear program. ever toyoungest author win the prestigious prize. welcome to our viewers on public television in america and also around the globe. in today's, america will default on its debt for the first time in history unless members of congress can reach a deal everyone says they want. it is almost impossible to say with certainty if that will happen. a leading credit agency is reviewing the debt rating amid this chaos. coverage from the wild and crazy day. a wacky day of tensions, twists, turns, , weterproposals, animosity thought there was a deal brewing in the senate. the second of which was due to be voted on tonight. they have been following the twists and turns for us. >> religious leaders affected by the shutdown in the heart of american government making their voices heard. if they thought th

>> and now, "bbc world news america." "bbc world news america." european leaders vent anger at the u.s. saying allegations of widespread bugging by america could hurt the fight against terrorism. the mystery is solved. dna tests show a couple from bulgaria are her biological parents. this prison is trying to give those released a helping hand. we bring you the story of this unique transformation. welcome to our viewers on public television in america and around the globe. could the fight against terrorism be jeopardized because of distrust of the u.s. over spying allegations? that is the charge made in brussels today at gathering of european leaders. traditionally some of america's closest friends. they said a lack of trust could prejudice intelligence gathering. our editor is in brussels and brings us the latest. >> this was the summit when leaders were guarding their cause, when europe had to decide what message to send america over allegations of spying. for david cameron, there were uncomfortable moments. caught between the u.k. close intellig

>> and now, "bbc world news america." >> this is bbc world news america from washington. the newspaper report and france alleges that american intelligence monitored millions calls.ch phone the u.s. ambassador is summoned to explain. australia's blue mountains are gray with smoke. fire has destroyed hundreds of homes but it might not be the work -- >> a are worried about these blazing merging into one massive fire later in the week. in greece or chars with abducting this little girl. who is she? where did she come from? police launch a global investigation. welcome to our viewers on public television in america and also around the globe. when you spy on your friends, they don't like it. that is what the u.s. is learning again today as it finds itself in the position of explaining why it might have spied on one of its closest allies. the french newspaper is reporting that the national security agency wanted her to more than 70 million french phone calls and e-mails. we just learned that president obama called president along today to discuss the matter. --what a time to be

>> and now, "bbc world news america." >> this is "bbc world news america." the u.s. government enters its .econd week of shutdown neither side shows signs of blinking in the budget fight. >> we must stop the excuses. let's take a vote in the house but end the shutdown right now. let's put people back to work. >> have to say i'm disappointed that the president refuses to negotiate. >> they were behind the discovery of the so-called god particle. now these two men are rewarded with the nobel prize for physics. and the movie drawing both acclaim and controversy. the director and actors and "12 " talk to us aboute t the powerful portrayal. welcome to our viewers on public television in america and also around the globe. no signs of a settlement -- that's the headline out of washington today, one week after the partial shutdown took hold. president obama held a press conference, pressuring republicans to reopen the government, but the house speaker maintains the president has to negotiate for that to happen. meanwhile, the potential damage for the u.s. economy grows by th

>> and now, "bbc world news america." >> this is "bbc world news america tikka reporting from washington, i'm kathy k. washington risks the trust of its allies. the white house refuses that it has monitored angela merkel's cell phone. these men are patrolling egypt's streets. their aim is to stop the number of assaults and harassment of women. >> they are doing the job the authorities should be doing. the police are looking the other way. he captured some of music's greatest stars. a photographer with a front row seat to history. >> welcome to our viewers on public television in america and around the globe. she is one of the most powerful women in the world, and tonight, the wrath of angela merkel is aimed straight at america. the white house will not deny that it has monitored her cell phone calls in the past, and admits that resident obama is now in an awkward situation. the u.s. ambassador to berlin was summoned to explain exactly what is going on. it was perhaps appropriate today that angela merkel's car had a double 07 license plate. >> this is not about me. it's about every citize

>> and now, "bbc world news america." "bbc world news america." i'm jane o'brien. taking aim at nato, it cause suffering in his country and has shocked words about his rocky relationship with the u.s.. gowhen they want us to along, we don't go along. we will not and we cannot. scene of another string of attacks, a security headquarters targeted. ago, she was targeted by the taliban and. she speaks about the day that changed her life. welcome to our viewers on public television in america and around the globe. just six months, the people of afghanistan will go to the polls to pick a new president. president karzai will be leaving his post. don't expect him to go quietly. the hacking for the program newsnight. >> afghanistan has come a long way. the afghans argue with americans about a bilateral security agreement. continues to be an ally one day and an opponent the next. >> no doubt that the country has come a long way. why do the americans and president obama call you when unreliable partner? because when they want us to go along, we don't go along. when they want

>> and now, "bbc world news america." "bbc world news america." i'm jane o'brien. taking aim at nato, it cause suffering in his country and has shocked words about his rocky relationship with the u.s.. gowhen they want us to along, we don't go along. we will not and we cannot. scene of another string of attacks, a security headquarters targeted. ago, she was targeted by the taliban and. she speaks about the day that changed her life. welcome to our viewers on public television in america and around the globe. just six months, the people of afghanistan will go to the polls to pick a new president. president karzai will be leaving his post. don't expect him to go quietly. the hacking for the program newsnight. >> afghanistan has come a long way. the afghans argue with americans about a bilateral security agreement. continues to be an ally one day and an opponent the next. >> no doubt that the country has come a long way. why do the americans and president obama call you when unreliable partner? because when they want us to go along, we don't go along. when they want

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>> and now, "bbc world news america." world news bbc america reporting from washington. president obama summons congressional leaders to the white house, but there is still no end in sight of this u.s. government shut down. morealy, there is stability tonight after silvio berlusconi performed a political u-turn, helping the prime minister when a confidence vote. and what happens when a super bowl cano erupts? -- super volcano erupts? welcome to our viewers on public television in america and also around the globe. , congressional leaders are gathering at the white house to meet president obama on day two of the government shut down. so far, there has been no sign of a breakthrough. short time ago, president obama gave an interview to cnbc television. and like everybody else, insisted he does not like this shut down. >> during the course of my presidency, i have bent over backwards to work with the and haven party purposely kept my rhetoric down. i think i am pretty well known for being a calm guy. sometimes, people think i am too calm. am i exasperated? absolutely, i'm e

that is all for us here at "world news america." great weekend. >> make sense of international news at bbc.com/news. >> funding of this presentation is made possible by the freeman foundation, newman's own foundation, giving all profits to charity and pursuing the common good for over 30 years, and union bank. >> at union bank, our relationship managers work hard to understand the industry you operate in, working to nurture new ventures and help provide capital for key strategic decisions. we offer expertise and tailored solutions in a wide range of industries. what can we do for you? >> "bbc world news" was presented by kcet, los angeles. captioning sponsored by macneil/lehrer productions >> woodruff: talks today between the white house and republicans showed small signs of progress. mark shields and david brooks are here to analyze efforts to end the shutdown and avoid a government default. good evening. i'm judy woodruff. gwen ifill is off. also ahead on the program, this year's nobel peace prize went to a little-known chemical w

for everyone here from "bbc world news america," thanks for watching. you back here tomorrow. >> funding 0 this presentation is made possible by the freeman foundation of new york, stowe, newman's nd honolulu, own foundation, giving all prop its to charity and pursuing the common good for over 30 years, union bank and united health care. >> my customers can shop around, see who does good work and compare costs. can also work that way with health care. with united health care, i get information on quality ratings of doctors, treatment options and estimates for how much i will pay. that helps me and my guys form decisions. i don't like guesses in business, and definitely not with our health. >> that is health in numbers, united health care. >> at union bank, our relationship managers work hard to under the industry you operate in, working to nurture new ventures and help provide capital for key strategy decisions. we offer expertise and tailored slupingses in a wide range of industries. -- tailored solutions in a wide range of industries. what can we do fo

>> this is "bbc world news america." >> funding of this presentation is made possible by the freeman foundation, newman's own foundation, giving all profits to charity and pursuing the common good for over 30 years, and union bank. >> at union bank, our relationship managers work hard to know your business, offering specialized solutions in capital to help you meet your growth objectives. we offer expertise and tailored solutions for small businesses and major corporations. what can we do for you? >> and now, "bbc world news america." >> against a backdrop of violence in syria, international leaders discuss future peace talks and one of the consequences. alternative to a negotiated settlement is continued if not increased killing. >> u.s. drone strikes big night fresh controversy. it is bound to be a topic when the pakistani prime minister meets with president obama tomorrow. two of these creatures that have washed ashore. wyatt has people going into overdrive. -- why it has people going into overdrive. welcome to our viewers on public television in america and also around the globe.

>> and now, "bbc world news america." world news bbc america reporting from washington. president obama summons congressional leaders to the white house, but there is still no end in sight of this u.s. government shut down. morealy, there is stability tonight after silvio berlusconi performed a political u-turn, helping the prime minister when a confidence vote. and what happens when a super bowl cano erupts? -- super volcano erupts? welcome to our viewers on public television in america and also around the globe. , congressional leaders are gathering at the white house to meet president obama on day two of the government shut down. so far, there has been no sign of a breakthrough. short time ago, president obama gave an interview to cnbc television. and like everybody else, insisted he does not like this shut down. >> during the course of my presidency, i have bent over backwards to work with the and haven party purposely kept my rhetoric down. i think i am pretty well known for being a calm guy. sometimes, people think i am too calm. am i exasperated? absolutely, i'm e

>> and now, "bbc world news america." >> this is "bbc world news america." more than two dozen migrants are reportedly dead after their boat capsized his the italian coast. the accident comes just a week after more than 300 were killed in a similar incident. the organization tasked with destroying serious chemical weapons has been awarded the nobel peace prize, but its toughest task may still lie ahead. and dancing on air in mexico, these highflying feats are part of a cultural tradition that one community is fighting to preserve for generations to come. welcome to our viewers on public television in america and around the globe. tonight, a rescue operation is underway after a boat carrying around 200 migrants has capsized near the italian island of lot to do so. over two dozen people including women and children are believed to have died. in andek, a boat sank italian officials say that 319 african migrants are confirmed dead from that incident. is in italy and joins us with the latest. what can you tell us about what happened tonight? as we arejust speakin

>> and now, "bbc world news america." >> this is "bbc world news america tikka reporting from washington, i'm kathy k. washington risks the trust of its allies. the white house refuses that it has monitored angela merkel's cell phone. these men are patrolling egypt's streets. their aim is to stop the number of assaults and harassment of women. >> they are doing the job the authorities should be doing. the police are looking the other way. he captured some of music's greatest stars. a photographer with a front row seat to history. >> welcome to our viewers on public television in america and around the globe. she is one of the most powerful women in the world, and tonight, the wrath of angela merkel is aimed straight at america. the white house will not deny that it has monitored her cell phone calls in the past, and admits that resident obama is now in an awkward situation. the u.s. ambassador to berlin was summoned to explain exactly what is going on. it was perhaps appropriate today that angela merkel's car had a double 07 license plate. >> this is not about me. it's about every citize

>> this is bbc world news america. funding of this presentation is made possible by the freeman foundation, newman's own foundation, giving all profits to charity and pursuing the common good for over 30 years, and union bank. ♪ at union bank, our managers worko hard to understand the industry you operate in. we offer expertise and tailored solutions in a wide range of industries. what can we do for you? >> and now, bbc world news america. >> this is bbc world news america reporting from washington. dramatic scenes outside the u.s. capitol. a car chase ends in gunfire and lawmakers are temporarily placed on lockdown. a deadly shipwreck off the coast of italy. migrantsaring african sinks, killing at least 130 people. leaving his mark on new york and fans can't wait to see where he pops up next. it was a chaotic scene here in the u.s. capitol today as a woman driving a black car first ran into a white house barricade before taking police on a high- speed chase to the u.s. capitol. witnesses report that shots were fired a

>> this is bbc world news america. funding of this presentation is made possible by the freeman foundation, newman's own foundation, giving all profits to charity and pursuing the common good for over 30 years, and union bank. ♪ at union bank, our managers worko hard to understand the industry you operate in. we offer expertise and tailored solutions in a wide range of industries. what can we do for you? >> and now, bbc world news america. >> this is bbc world news america reporting from washington. dramatic scenes outside the u.s. capitol. a car chase ends in gunfire and lawmakers are temporarily placed on lockdown. a deadly shipwreck off the coast of italy. migrantsaring african sinks, killing at least 130 people. leaving his mark on new york and fans can't wait to see where he pops up next. it was a chaotic scene here in the u.s. capitol today as a woman driving a black car first ran into a white house barricade before taking police on a high- speed chase to the u.s. capitol. witnesses report that shots were fired a

>> and now, "bbc world news america." >> this is "bbc world news america." reporting from washington, i am katty kay. militia men in libya release the prime minister after snatching him from a hotel in the middle of the night. it was in retaliation for the american raid last weekend. the publicans are talking to the white house about a short-term deal to extend america's debt areing -- republicans talking to the white house about a short-term deal to extend america's debt ceiling. the markets are liking the deal. the painting which made such an impression -- paintings which made such an impression are back on display. welcome to our viewers on public television in america and also around the globe. it has been a tumultuous day for the libyan prime minister. he was abducted in the night from a hotel in trippi of -- in tripoli by armed men and then released several hours later. ali zeidan has appeared at a cabinet meeting looking shaken but calling for calm. it is still not clear why he was taken. some libyan militias have been angered by the u.s. raid. >> a r

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you are watching "bbc world news america."ll to come -- a legendary the enemies general is laid to rest at the age of 102. tonight, we look back on his life. as kenya struggles to come to terms with the horrors of the stories ofttack, survival are beginning to emerge. here is gabriel gatehouse. >> i was scared. very scared. i was trying to sleep. i could not sleep. my mom hoped that we would be quiet, but then i stayed quiet. onshe found herself cowering the floor next to her mother and little brother at the west gate mall as it came under siege. it was supposed to be a normal saturday afternoon trip to the shops. >> i could hear them walking. i knew this was not a regular person. they had a conversation. ama, mama." out "m i could hear this lady answering. less than five seconds later, two shots and she was quite. i felt someone touching my hand. this person came out saying ok?", mama, are you i played dead. and said "baby, baby, baby," and i raised my head up and i asked if he was one of the bad guys. "no, baby, i am one of

you are watching "bbc world news america."ll to come -- a legendary the enemies general is laid to rest at the age of 102. tonight, we look back on his life. as kenya struggles to come to terms with the horrors of the stories ofttack, survival are beginning to emerge. here is gabriel gatehouse. >> i was scared. very scared. i was trying to sleep. i could not sleep. my mom hoped that we would be quiet, but then i stayed quiet. onshe found herself cowering the floor next to her mother and little brother at the west gate mall as it came under siege. it was supposed to be a normal saturday afternoon trip to the shops. >> i could hear them walking. i knew this was not a regular person. they had a conversation. ama, mama." out "m i could hear this lady answering. less than five seconds later, two shots and she was quite. i felt someone touching my hand. this person came out saying ok?", mama, are you i played dead. and said "baby, baby, baby," and i raised my head up and i asked if he was one of the bad guys. "no, baby, i am one of

news, moadamiya. civilianse are still stuck in the suburbs where the fighting continues. one year ago tonight, the eastern shore of america found itself battered underwater. superstorm sandy leaving havoc in her wake. 180 people died in neighborhoods were destroyed. we are in breezy point, new york, one of the hardest hit areas. how's the recovery effort going there? peninsulahis narrow that juts out into the atlantic ocean vulnerable to flooding at the best of times and one year ago tonight, it was the worst of times. tide, a 14t high foot storm surge. think of the power of the wave down the wind recorded at more than 90 miles per hour in the new york harbor that destroyed homes here which started an inferno burning to the ground more than 100 homes on this trip where i'm standing now. resilientn and this and resourceful community has started to rebuild and many of those who live here are first responders, police officers, firefighters. the storm wreaked havoc up and down the eastern seaboard. we have a report on the struggle to rebuild the new jersey. >> things may be, on the anniversary of superstorm sandy but it is an

>> and now, "bbc world news america." >> against a backdrop of violence in syria, international leaders discuss future peace talks and one of the consequences. alternative to a negotiated settlement is continued if not increased killing. >> u.s. drone strikes big night fresh controversy. it is bound to be a topic when the pakistani prime minister meets with president obama tomorrow. two of these creatures that have washed ashore. wyatt has people going into overdrive. -- why it has people going into overdrive. welcome to our viewers on public television in america and also around the globe. far provedria has so elusive. today, a fresh attempt was made in london. a group of western and arab nations that call themselves .riends of syria held talks the push is to get groups to agree to negotiations in geneva next month. a split opposition is making things even more difficult. >> a suicide bomb at a government checkpoint in syria. rebel groups linked to al qaeda have been blamed. and how difficult it will be to stop the bloodshed. against the backdrop, international leaders met to talk abou

>> this is "bbc world news america." >> funding of this presentation is made possible by the freeman foundation, newman's own foundation, giving all profits to charity and pursuing the common good for over 30 years, and union bank. >> at union bank, our relationship managers work hard to know your business, offering specialized solutions in capital to help you meet your growth objectives. we offer expertise and tailored solutions for small businesses and major corporations. what can we do for you? >> and now, "bbc world news america." >> just waiting for a vote as the clock ticks down to midnight. all eyes on congress. wall street was up to mr. about being -- optimistic about an agreement being reached, plus we take a look at how this is impacting everything from daycare centers to car dealerships. >> make sense of international we fought the good fight. we just didn't win. this comes hours after the senate announced it has come up with a bipartisan plan that would lift the debt ceiling and reopen the u.s. government more than two weeks after it was shut down. >> the markets opened u

news, moadamiya. civilianse are still stuck in the suburbs where the fighting continues. one year ago tonight, the eastern shore of america found itself battered underwater. superstorm sandy leaving havoc in her wake. 180 people died in neighborhoods were destroyed. we are in breezy point, new york, one of the hardest hit areas. how's the recovery effort going there? peninsulahis narrow that juts out into the atlantic ocean vulnerable to flooding at the best of times and one year ago tonight, it was the worst of times. tide, a 14t high foot storm surge. think of the power of the wave down the wind recorded at more than 90 miles per hour in the new york harbor that destroyed homes here which started an inferno burning to the ground more than 100 homes on this trip where i'm standing now. resilientn and this and resourceful community has started to rebuild and many of those who live here are first responders, police officers, firefighters. the storm wreaked havoc up and down the eastern seaboard. we have a report on the struggle to rebuild the new jersey. >> things may be, on the anniversary of superstorm sandy but it is an

>> this is "bbc world news america." funding of this presentation is made possible by the freeman foundation, newman's own foundation, giving all profits to charity and pursuing the common good for over 30 years, and union bank. >> at union bank, our work hardhip managers use thei to understand the industry you operate in. for new ventures and providing capital for key strategic decisions. we offer expertise and tailored solutions in a wide range of industries. what can we do for you? >> and now, "bbc world news >> this is "bbc world news america" reporting from washington. parks are closed and thousands can't go to work on day one of the u.s. government shutdown. president obama says that republicans are holding the country hostage. >> i urge house republicans to reopen the government, restart the services americans depend on. allow the public servants who have been sent home to return to work. >> the israeli prime minister has a sharp words for president rohani at the u.n.. vowing to act alone if iran gets nuclear weap

>> this is "bbc world news america." funding of this presentation is made possible by the freeman foundation, newman's own foundation, giving all profits to charity and pursuing the common good for over 30 years, and union bank. >> at union bank, our work hardhip managers use thei to understand the industry you operate in. for new ventures and providing capital for key strategic decisions. we offer expertise and tailored solutions in a wide range of industries. what can we do for you? >> and now, "bbc world news >> this is "bbc world news america" reporting from washington. parks are closed and thousands can't go to work on day one of the u.s. government shutdown. president obama says that republicans are holding the country hostage. >> i urge house republicans to reopen the government, restart the services americans depend on. allow the public servants who have been sent home to return to work. >> the israeli prime minister has a sharp words for president rohani at the u.n.. vowing to act alone if iran gets nuclear weap

we are watching -- you are watching "bbc world news america." flexibleome, the discipline -- still to come, the flexible discipline. a famous face helps to kick things off. wildfires continue to burn across australia, and so far it has been reported nearly 200 homes have been destroyed and at least three firefighters injured. one man has died of a heart attack. about 2000 firefighters are working around-the-clock to try to contain the fire ahead of the hot weather that is expected. we are in one of the most affected areas in the blue mountains. >> for a second day, much of new south wales continued to burn. the regions blue mountains turned orange. smoke from the fire, at times giving the sydney skyline, around 70 kilometers away, and apocalyptic feel. thousands of firefighters are being called up to make things under control. for some, the damage has been done. of someall that is left communities. the fire swept through the brush and many of the houses are completely gutted. the families got away with their lives, but they have been left with n

click this is is bbc world news america. reporting from washington, and katty kay. chemical inspectors in syria say their first deadline has been met, but they still have to destroy the stock. calls for justice in kenya after a man accused of raping a teenager was left off with light punishment. radioactivey, the element sore. scientists are trying to figure out if it could be the nuclear fuel of the future. welcome to our viewers on public television in america and elsewhere around the globe. syria's declared chemical weapons facilities have been destroyed. that was the word from international inspectors. it comes before the deadline set by the united states and russia. inspectors will now turn their attention to the next target, and agreed land of distraction of more than one thousand tons of chemical weapons. weeks now, special inspectors of the opcw have been chemicalsyria's weapons factory. they have tagged and sealed them so that no more can be made. the syrian government did much of the actual destruction. it simply meant smashing up containers and pipework.

click this is is bbc world news america. reporting from washington, and katty kay. chemical inspectors in syria say their first deadline has been met, but they still have to destroy the stock. calls for justice in kenya after a man accused of raping a teenager was left off with light punishment. radioactivey, the element sore. scientists are trying to figure out if it could be the nuclear fuel of the future. welcome to our viewers on public television in america and elsewhere around the globe. syria's declared chemical weapons facilities have been destroyed. that was the word from international inspectors. it comes before the deadline set by the united states and russia. inspectors will now turn their attention to the next target, and agreed land of distraction of more than one thousand tons of chemical weapons. weeks now, special inspectors of the opcw have been chemicalsyria's weapons factory. they have tagged and sealed them so that no more can be made. the syrian government did much of the actual destruction. it simply meant smashing up containers and pipework.

>> and now, bbc world news america. >> this is bbc world news america reporting from washington. dramatic scenes outside the u.s. capitol. a car chase ends in gunfire and lawmakers are temporarily placed on lockdown. a deadly shipwreck off the coast of italy. migrantsaring african sinks, killing at least 130 people. leaving his mark on new york and fans can't wait to see where he pops up next. it was a chaotic scene here in the u.s. capitol today as a woman driving a black car first ran into a white house barricade before taking police on a high- speed chase to the u.s. capitol. witnesses report that shots were fired and lawmakers were temporarily put on under lockdown. johnny, what is the latest? >> it has been an astonishing afternoon in the u.s. capitol. a car chase and a shootout shut down the city center. >> in the heart of washington, terror. car crashes into the barricades near the white house and then heads towards congress. [gunfire] started, i shooting got behind a tree and he got on .he ground here in >> as word spread, the white house was locked down. and those outsid

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