To the argument now the role of ngos rescuing migrants from the mediterranean. They face accusations theyre encouraging People Smuggling. For desperate people it can be tempting to cross because the bulk survive. About 97 . We have an extended report, now from yalda hakim whose been in sicily, which is on the frontline of this crisis. A Flimsy Inflatable Dinghy full of migrants is adrift in the open sea, around 30 miles from the libyan coast. They have no fuel, no water, and no food. Theyve been detected by a spanish ngo. Most of these migrants have never seen the ocean. They cannot swim. After hours at sea in the sweltering heat, they are exhausted. This boat has just arrived with about 500 migrants who been rescued trying to make the very dangerous journey from libya to sicily. So far this year, over 80,000 people from Different Countries have arrived. Around 2000 have drowned. The vast majority are not refugees fleeing war. But those in search of a better life. Most will stay in ita
Series of reforms and to explain the drop. The other main stories on bbc news at 5 a woman has escaped serious injury after appearing to be pushed by a jogger into the path of a bus in west london. And the National Games begin in sheffield for competitors with a learning disability. 2,500 people are taking part. Coming to these games actually gives them a chance to express themselves and to really show, not about what they cant do, but about what they can, can do. Good evening and welcome. Our main story the organisers of the athletics World Championships of the athletics World Championships in london are working with Public Health england to try to contain an outbreak of gastroenteritis which has affected 30 athletes and support staff. Botswa nas Isaac Makwala, who was one of the favourites for todays 400 metres final, was forced to withdraw from the 200 metres heat yesterday. Our Sports Correspondent Natalie Pirks is at the London Stadium for us now. Public Health England have confir
In railfares forfour years, as inflation hit 3. 6 more than 300 people have died and thousands have been made homeless by Devastating Mudslides in sierra leone. The Public Inquiry into the Grenfell Fire will examine the response of the authorities, and refurbishment of the tower but not wider social problems. And, A Star Is Born . When the leading lady fell ill, molly from the cloakroom stepped in and won rave reviews. Good evening and welcome to the bbc news at 5. The government has confirmed it wants to negotiate a temporary Customs Relationship with the european union, to be in place after the uk leaves the bloc. The Secretary Of State for exiting the eu, david davis, says the deal would prevent Trade Disruption until a permanent settlement could be reached. The Eu Commission says it will study the proposals, co ordinator, guy verhofstadt, said that to be in and out of the Customs Union is a fantasy. This report from our Political Correspondent laila nathoo. Her report contains flas
Working day in office. He said today will see the start of great deals for america. Also, how dangerous is burnt toast . A warning from the Food Standards Agency that overcooked foods could increase the risk of cancer. And Milton Keynes, One Of The Best known 20th century new towns, built to ease Housing Swap Shortages in london is celebrating its 50th birthday. Housing shortages. Good morning. Its the 23rd of january. Welcome to bbc Newsroom Live. Ministers are at a Cabinet Meeting, which is being held in the North West Of England for the first time, to unveil a new vision for British Industry. Its designed to give the economy a boost as the country prepares to leave the European Union. Theresa may says the government will take a new, active role focusing on science, technology and infrastructure, but labour is describing the plans as too little, too late. Our political correspondent, Eleanor Garnier is covering the Cabinet Meeting in daresbury in cheshire. What is This New Industrial
With sally and World Business report. Re writing history. What now for the countries in the Trans Pacific partnership as President Trump signs an Executive Order to withdraw the United States . Chips ahoy samsungs Microchip Business powers the company to a jump in profits despite galaxy note 7 disaster. Welcome to World Business report. Im sally bundock. Are you hungry . If you have no food to hand well make it worse as well take you to a true indian feast. Thats injust a moment. Iam i am told there is a Business Angle but we cant start without talking about this. Yes, he is my top story again this is becoming a habit im talking about us President Trump. On day one in office he signed a slew of Executive Orders but the one grabbing all the headlines worldwide is his move to withdraw the us from the Trans Pacific partnership. Tpp as its also known is the huge trade deal negotiated under mr trumps predesessor ba rack 0bama. It was a deal between 12 nations in the pacific area and was set